Raving Rose by Dries Van Noten
Brand: Dries Van Noten
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Raving Rose presents the rose in a vivid, contemporary style, balancing its lush floral character with bright peppery accents and a subtly fruity sheen. Earthy woods and soft musk give the composition depth, making it feel elegant, expressive and distinctly modern rather than traditionally powdery.
Is Raving Rose worth it?
How it smells: Opens with pink pepper and raspberry, rose and geranium at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and vetiver.
Scent Score: 72/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 67, versatility 87, layerability 77 and value 52, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2022 · Unisex
Key accords: Pink pepper, Raspberry, Rose, Geranium, Patchouli, Vetiver
Top Notes
- Pink pepper
- Raspberry
Heart Notes
- Rose
- Geranium
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Raving Rose by Dries Van Noten belongs to the floral fragrance family. A richly textured rose fragrance that pairs velvety petals with sparkling spice, juicy fruit and a warm, earthy base. Raving Rose opens with Pink pepper and Raspberry. The heart brings Rose and Geranium. It dries down to Patchouli, Vetiver, and Musk.
How to wear Raving Rose
On skin, Raving Rose by Dries Van Noten has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Raving Rose opens with Pink pepper and Raspberry.
The heart brings Rose and Geranium.
It dries down to Patchouli, Vetiver, and Musk.
What to layer with Raving Rose
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, patchouli, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli, vetiver, and musk.
Order: Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
The Scent of Peace by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk.
Order: Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Scent of Peace on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays The Scent of Peace
Vetiver by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and musk.
Order: Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vetiver on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Vetiver
Whiskey by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and vetiver.
Order: Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Whiskey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Whiskey
Pairings to approach with care
Night Pour Homme II Dark Spiced by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Night Pour Homme II Dark Spiced brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Night Pour Homme II Dark Spiced on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Night Pour Homme II Dark Spiced
Bogoss Blue Temptation by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Bogoss Blue Temptation brings a fruity contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bogoss Blue Temptation on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Bogoss Blue Temptation
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include pink pepper, patchouli, and vetiver.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include patchouli, vetiver, and musk.
- The Scent of Peace by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include rose and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Raving Rose?
Raving Rose opens with Pink pepper and Raspberry. The heart brings Rose and Geranium. It dries down to Patchouli, Vetiver, and Musk.
How long does Raving Rose last, and how strong is it?
Raving Rose by Dries Van Noten has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Raving Rose?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and casual.
What layers well with Raving Rose?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, patchouli, and vetiver. Apply Raving Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Raving Rose : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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