Infusion de Rose by Prada
Brand: Prada
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Infusion de Rose presents Prada’s refined take on the classic rose, balancing luminous citrus and cool green facets against a softly powdery floral heart. Its clean musk and restrained woods create an elegant, understated finish that works especially well in warm weather and polished daytime settings.
Is Infusion de Rose worth it?
How it smells: Opens with mandarin orange and bergamot, rose and mint at the heart, then dries down to musk and Virginia cedar.
Scent Score: 61/100 (Good). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 33, reputation 96, versatility 87, layerability 66 and value 33, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2011 · Women
Key accords: Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Rose, Mint, Violet, Iris
Top Notes
- Mandarin Orange
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Rose
- Mint
- Violet
- Iris
Base Notes
- Musk
- Virginia Cedar
- Mate
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Infusion de Rose by Prada belongs to the floral fragrance family. A fresh, sheer rose fragrance softened by citrus, cool mint, delicate violet and a clean musky-woody base. Infusion de Rose opens with Mandarin Orange and Bergamot. The heart brings Rose, Mint, Violet, and Iris. It dries down to Musk, Virginia Cedar, and Mate.
How to wear Infusion de Rose
On skin, Infusion de Rose by Prada has moderate longevity, intimate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, date, and outdoor. Its best layering match in the catalog is Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford. Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Infusion de Rose opens with Mandarin Orange and Bergamot.
The heart brings Rose, Mint, Violet, and Iris.
It dries down to Musk, Virginia Cedar, and Mate.
What to layer with Infusion de Rose
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange and bergamot.
Order: Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange, bergamot, and rose.
Order: Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 2 sprays CK One
Bergamot by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange, bergamot, and musk.
Order: Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamot on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 2 sprays Bergamot
Sedley by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange, bergamot, and mint.
Order: Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sedley on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 2 sprays Sedley
Aqua Vitae Eau de Toilette by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange, bergamot, and musk.
Order: Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqua Vitae Eau de Toilette on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 2 sprays Aqua Vitae Eau de Toilette
Pairings to approach with care
Red Temptation & Vanille Extrait by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Red Temptation & Vanille Extrait has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Red Temptation & Vanille Extrait brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Red Temptation & Vanille Extrait on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 1 spray Red Temptation & Vanille Extrait
Veneno by French Avenue
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Veneno has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Veneno brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Veneno on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 1 spray Veneno
Related fragrances and why
- Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford — Both include mandarin orange and bergamot.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include mandarin orange, bergamot, and rose.
- Bergamot by Commodity — Both include mandarin orange, bergamot, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Infusion de Rose?
Infusion de Rose opens with Mandarin Orange and Bergamot. The heart brings Rose, Mint, Violet, and Iris. It dries down to Musk, Virginia Cedar, and Mate.
How long does Infusion de Rose last, and how strong is it?
Infusion de Rose by Prada has moderate longevity, intimate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Infusion de Rose?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, and outdoor.
What layers well with Infusion de Rose?
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange and bergamot. Apply Infusion de Rose first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Infusion de Rose : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino.
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