Tabac Rose by BDK
Brand: BDK
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A rich, sensual blend of velvety Turkish rose, dark plum, bitter chocolate, warm cinnamon, and smoky tobacco wrapped in ambered woods.
Is Tabac Rose worth it?
How it smells: Opens with plum, pink pepper and Italian lemon, Turkish rose and chocolate at the heart, then dries down to tobacco and indonesian patchouli leaf.
Scent Score: 76/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 73, layerability 49 and value 74, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Oriental · Rose Tobacco
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Plum, Pink Pepper, Italian Lemon, Turkish Rose, Chocolate, Cinnamon
Top Notes
- Plum
- Pink Pepper
- Italian Lemon
Heart Notes
- Turkish Rose
- Chocolate
- Cinnamon
Base Notes
- Tobacco
- Indonesian Patchouli Leaf
- Spanish Labdanum
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Tabac Rose by BDK belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A rich, sensual blend of velvety Turkish rose, dark plum, bitter chocolate, warm cinnamon, and smoky tobacco wrapped in ambered woods. Tabac Rose opens with Plum, Pink Pepper, and Italian Lemon. The heart brings Turkish Rose, Chocolate, and Cinnamon. It dries down to Tobacco, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf, and Spanish Labdanum.
How to wear Tabac Rose
On skin, Tabac Rose by BDK has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli. Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hibiscus Mahajád on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Hibiscus Mahajád and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Tabac Rose opens with Plum, Pink Pepper, and Italian Lemon.
The heart brings Turkish Rose, Chocolate, and Cinnamon.
It dries down to Tobacco, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf, and Spanish Labdanum.
What to layer with Tabac Rose
Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share turkish rose and cinnamon.
Order: Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hibiscus Mahajád on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Hibiscus Mahajád
L'Homme Idéal Extrême by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share plum, pink pepper, and cinnamon.
Order: Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L'Homme Idéal Extrême on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tabac Rose : 2 sprays L'Homme Idéal Extrême
Lust in Paradise by Ex Nihilo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and turkish rose.
Order: Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lust in Paradise on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Lust in Paradise
Coach Eau de Parfum by Coach
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and turkish rose.
Order: Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Coach Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Coach Eau de Parfum
Opus XIV Royal Tobacco by Amouage
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and amber scents naturally complement each other, and they share plum and tobacco.
Order: Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Opus XIV Royal Tobacco on top for amber lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Opus XIV Royal Tobacco
Pairings to approach with care
Privé Figuier Eden by Armani
Not Recommended · 30/99
Tabac Rose has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Figuier Eden brings a green contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Figuier Eden on top for green lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Privé Figuier Eden
Cologne 352 by Ex Nihilo
Not Recommended · 30/99
Tabac Rose has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Cologne 352 brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Cologne 352 on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Cologne 352
Related fragrances and why
- Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli — Both include turkish rose and cinnamon.
- L'Homme Idéal Extrême by Guerlain — Both include plum, pink pepper, and cinnamon.
- Lust in Paradise by Ex Nihilo — Both include pink pepper and turkish rose.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Tabac Rose?
Tabac Rose opens with Plum, Pink Pepper, and Italian Lemon. The heart brings Turkish Rose, Chocolate, and Cinnamon. It dries down to Tobacco, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf, and Spanish Labdanum.
How long does Tabac Rose last, and how strong is it?
Tabac Rose by BDK has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Tabac Rose?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Tabac Rose?
Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share turkish rose and cinnamon. Apply Tabac Rose first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hibiscus Mahajád on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Tabac Rose : 2 sprays Hibiscus Mahajád.
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