Red Roses Cologne

Red Roses Cologne from Jo Malone London, released in 2022 in cologne concentration, is a rose fragrance that does one thing and does it plainly. Floral is the word everyone uses for it; about a third also find it green, and a smaller group gourmand or citrusy.

The heart is rose in many forms: Turkish, Bulgarian, Damask, May and French rose together, so the effect is a full, fresh, slightly dewy bouquet rather than a single, stylised flower. Lemon gives the opening a clean, bright lift. Violet leaf and violet leaves add a sharp, green, slightly cucumber-like note that makes the roses smell freshly cut, stems and all. Honeycomb brings a soft, golden sweetness underneath that stops the composition from feeling thin, though it never becomes heavy.

Red Roses Cologne is worn by anyone. Its fresh, natural rose character suits spring and summer days and everyday wear, and it should appeal to someone who wants a straightforward, realistic rose without woods, spice or oud.

Red Roses Cologne — unisex fragrance by Jo Malone London (released 2022). Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Damask Rose, French Rose, Honeycomb, Lemon, May Rose, Rose, Turkish Rose, Violet Leaf, Violet Leaves. — Parfica open fragrance database