Rose perfume | The best rose fragrances to wear now

We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article.

LBTY Wild Rosinda Eau de Parfum

London's beloved Liberty has finally launched the own-brand beauty line we really wanted: LBTY fragrance is a five-strong perfume collection that marries the retailer's commercial nous with its heritage-steeped creativity.

Cleverly, the team have tapped the noses behind the beauty hall's most popular perfumes to create each scent: Wild Rosinda, a deep and earthy blend of juicy rose, green ivy and grounding woods, was conceived by Hororine Blanc – the creator of YSL's legendary Black Opium.

If you live in London, be sure to experience Wild Rosinda and its fragrant sisters in the newly launched Liberty Fragrance Lounge. Nestled beneath that iconic beauty hall, this new, interactive destination is full of surprises that are sure to delight fragrance lovers.

Le Labo Rose 31

Santal 33 and Another 13 may steal the spotlight, but there are other gems to be found in Le Labo’s roster too. Rose 31 is warm and inviting, with cumin and a blend of woods ensuring sex appeal without the sickly sweetness.

Victoria Beckham Beauty Suite 302

In her debut fragrance collection, Victoria Beckham has created scents that capture the most pivotal points in her life: Porfofino '97 is a splashy citrus aroma inspired by her first visit to the Italian coastline with David, while San Ysidro Drive is a warm, autumnal blend of saffron and amber that encapsulates the warmth of California. But for unabashed sex appeal, it's Suite 302 you need: this intoxicating blend of black cherry, rosa centifola and tobacco nods to the seductive trail of the Beckhams' Parisian hideaway.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Dior Miss Dior Parfum

When it was first created in 1947, the sparkling rose and jasmine trail of Miss Dior became the signature scent of the young generation. Now, decades after its debut, the iconic fragrance has been reimagined by house perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. This reinvented classic goes big on bright, mood-boosting florals, brimming with feminine energy.

Diptyque Eau Capitale

Diptyque’s classic Eau Rose would have been the obvious choice here – and indeed, it’s a beautiful, pure floral fragrance – but we favour the complex, musky blend of Eau Capitale, a love letter to Paris. Tricky to pin down (and sure to elicit compliments) this blend of bergamot, pink peppercorn and blooming florals is warm enough for autumnal days.

Tom Ford Café Rose

Tom Ford's latest ode to rose is a sweet, heady blend of Turkish petals with spicy black pepper and the warmth of coffee. So far, so classic, but the addition of cardamom in the heart brings something a little less expected.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Dior Dioriviera

Two leading accords share the spotlight in Dioriviera, house nose Francis Kurkdjian's ode to the South of France. First, green yet creamy fig bursts from the top, but as the scent settles you'll notice a bright, feminine rose come to the fore. Anyone looking eagerly towards the lighter days of spring will relish spritzing this one.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian À La Rose Eau de Parfum

A favourite among the most fragrance-obsessed, Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s A La Rose spotlights the sharp, green side of the flower: think delicate, dew-dampened petals, not full-bodied blooms. Light and sparkling, this is the best choice for anyone looking for a simple yet sublime daytime fragrance.

D.S. & Durga Rose Atlantic Eau de Parfum

A bracing aquatic floral, D.S & Durga’s rose fragrance blends sea-spray saltiness with a twist of citrus. Light as air – and free from the commonly used vanilla in the base – it’s a perfect choice for those who like their scent light and luminous.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Matiere Premiere Radical Rose

By leaning into the rose's earthy qualities, Matiere Premiere has managed to keep its signature floral blend gutsy and modern, rather than girlish. This is a deep, sensual fragrance: all honeyed spice and damask blooms. Any serious lover of rose scents will be obsessed.

Jo Loves White Rose & Lemon Leaves

Jo Malone’s signature rose perfume is one of her most popular for good reason. The refreshing twist of lemon feels bright and uplifting, while the cedarwood in the base brings just the right amount of depth.

Dries Van Noten Raving Rose Eau de Parfum

Musky yet masculine, Dries Van Noten's cult rose scent masterfully melds spiky pepper with the softest cashmeran to create a rose that feels wholly modern. As warm as your favourite sweater, yet sophisticated enough to team with eveningwear, this is a high-fashion fragrance with olfactory heft.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Kilian Roses On Ice Eau de Parfum

As crisp as a clinking glass of gin and tonic, this is rose in its most refreshing form. A hyper-real cucumber note floats above botanical juniper, creating something chilled and aquatic that’s perfect for cocktail hour. The striking flacon – inspired by a cut-crystal glass – is refillable, too.

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa Eau De Toilette

Aqua Allegoria is Guerlain’s sustainability-focused perfume line, with each fragrance made from 95 per cent natural ingredients and housed in an infinitely refillable glass bottle.

Rosa Rossa is a youthful and romantic treatment of rose, with natural partners lychee and blackcurrant bringing out the flower’s sweeter side. Juicy and joy-inducing, this one makes a perfect daytime signature.

Bon Parfumeur 101 Eau de Parfum

White Damask rose forms the centre of Bon Parfumeur’s crowd-pleasing (not to mention brilliantly priced) musky floral scent. Lily of the valley lends a luminous sparkle, while gentle spice comes via cardamom. Think comforting white cotton blended with a fresh bouquet, and you’re on the right track.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Byredo Young Rose Eau de Parfum

Pepper makes a great partner to rose, steering a scent away from powdery predictability and delivering a sharper twist. Byredo’s latest rose perfume – there are several in the collection – is its lightest and most modern yet, with Sichuan pepper and ambrette seed rounding off a verdant scent with bite.

Frederic Malle Rose & Cuir

Frederic Malle is the master of memorable florals, and Rose & Cuir is a firm favourite (it’s even Alexa Chung’s signature scent). Simple yet impactful, this is simply a divine combination of rose and leather, with a twist of blackcurrant for juicy sweetness.

Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir Rose

Now 15% Off

A true comfort blanket of a fragrance, Narciso Rodriguez' original Musc Noir is adored for its powder-soft trail. The addition of rose takes things into truly addictive territory: with warm petals and jammy plum, this is a very sophisticated take on femininity.

Watch Next

preview for Harper's Bazaar UK - Inside My Beauty Bag

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7qa3RqZyrq5KWx6Kt0WeaqKVfqrhwrsSarK2xX5u%2ForPRmqWcnV%2BcgHqFkGxqa2tfp7y0sYypnKuepaKycA%3D%3D