Radical Rose by Matiere Premiere
Brand: Matiere Premiere
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Radical Rose presents an unapologetically opulent interpretation of rose, emphasizing the flower’s spicy, honeyed, and almost wine-like facets rather than soft prettiness. Saffron adds luminous warmth, while patchouli and labdanum create a deep, earthy chypre-like foundation with impressive persistence.
Is Radical Rose worth it?
How it smells: Opens with saffron, centifolia rose absolute at the heart, then dries down to indonesian patchouli and labdanum.
Scent Score: 75/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 85, versatility 87, layerability 36 and value 70, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Saffron, Centifolia Rose Absolute, Indonesian Patchouli, Labdanum
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Indonesian Patchouli
- Labdanum
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Radical Rose by Matiere Premiere belongs to the floral fragrance family. A boldly saturated rose wrapped in saffron, earthy patchouli, and resinous labdanum for a dark, radiant, and intensely textured effect. Radical Rose opens with Saffron. The heart brings Centifolia Rose Absolute. It dries down to Indonesian Patchouli and Labdanum.
How to wear Radical Rose
On skin, Radical Rose by Matiere Premiere has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, 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 Bois Obscur by Byredo. Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bois Obscur on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Radical Rose : 2 sprays Bois Obscur and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Radical Rose opens with Saffron.
The heart brings Centifolia Rose Absolute.
It dries down to Indonesian Patchouli and Labdanum.
What to layer with Radical Rose
Bois Obscur by Byredo
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and labdanum.
Order: Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bois Obscur on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Radical Rose : 2 sprays Bois Obscur
Haltane by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron.
Order: Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Haltane on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Radical Rose : 2 sprays Haltane
Agar Wood by Michael Malul London
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron.
Order: Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Agar Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Radical Rose : 2 sprays Agar Wood
Outcast Blue Extrait by Ex Nihilo
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron.
Order: Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Outcast Blue Extrait on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Radical Rose : 2 sprays Outcast Blue Extrait
Trajan by Electimuss
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron.
Order: Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Trajan on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Radical Rose : 2 sprays Trajan
Pairings to approach with care
I Am Trash - Les Fleurs du Dechet by Etat Libre d'Orange
Not Recommended · 30/99
Radical Rose has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. I Am Trash - Les Fleurs du Dechet brings a fruity contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer I Am Trash - Les Fleurs du Dechet on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Radical Rose : 2 sprays I Am Trash - Les Fleurs du Dechet
Black Orchid by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 30/99
Radical Rose has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Orchid brings an oriental floral contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Orchid on top for oriental floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Radical Rose : 2 sprays Black Orchid
Related fragrances and why
- Bois Obscur by Byredo — Both include saffron and labdanum.
- Haltane by Parfums de Marly — Both include saffron.
- Agar Wood by Michael Malul London — Both include saffron.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Radical Rose?
Radical Rose opens with Saffron. The heart brings Centifolia Rose Absolute. It dries down to Indonesian Patchouli and Labdanum.
How long does Radical Rose last, and how strong is it?
Radical Rose by Matiere Premiere has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Radical Rose?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and casual.
What layers well with Radical Rose?
Bois Obscur by Byredo is its strongest match (97% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and labdanum. Apply Radical Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bois Obscur on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Radical Rose : 2 sprays Bois Obscur.
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