Rose Exposed by Tom Ford
Brand: Tom Ford
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Rose on rose, sharpened with white pepper and set on black leather and soft, woody cashmeran.
Is Rose Exposed worth it?
How it smells: Opens with white pepper, rose at the heart, then dries down to leather and cashmeran.
Scent Score: 63/100 (Good). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 68, versatility 75, layerability 39 and value 53, 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: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2025 · Unisex
Key accords: White Pepper, Rose, Leather, Cashmeran
Top Notes
- White Pepper
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Leather
- Cashmeran
Occasions: Evening, Date Night
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Fragrance overview
Rose Exposed by Tom Ford belongs to the floral fragrance family. Rose on rose, sharpened with white pepper and set on black leather and soft, woody cashmeran. Rose Exposed opens with White Pepper. The heart brings Rose. It dries down to Leather and Cashmeran.
How to wear Rose Exposed
On skin, Rose Exposed by Tom Ford has longevity of 8-10 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall, winter, and spring. Reach for it for evening and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Santal Calling by Ex Nihilo. Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal Calling on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Santal Calling and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Rose Exposed opens with White Pepper.
The heart brings Rose.
It dries down to Leather and Cashmeran.
What to layer with Rose Exposed
Santal Calling by Ex Nihilo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and cashmeran.
Order: Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal Calling on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Santal Calling
Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and cashmeran.
Order: Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Kashmir on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Kashmir
Godolphin by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and leather.
Order: Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Godolphin on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Godolphin
Layton Exclusif by Parfums de Marly
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose.
Order: Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Layton Exclusif on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Layton Exclusif
Cuir 28 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather.
Order: Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Cuir 28 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Cuir 28
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco 02 by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Tobacco 02 brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 02 on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Tobacco 02
Vanilla 02 by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Vanilla 02 brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vanilla 02 on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Vanilla 02
Related fragrances and why
- Santal Calling by Ex Nihilo — Both include rose and cashmeran.
- Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne — Both include rose and cashmeran.
- Godolphin by Parfums de Marly — Both include rose and leather.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Rose Exposed?
Rose Exposed opens with White Pepper. The heart brings Rose. It dries down to Leather and Cashmeran.
How long does Rose Exposed last, and how strong is it?
Rose Exposed by Tom Ford has longevity of 8-10 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Rose Exposed?
It's best in fall, winter, and spring. It suits evening and date night.
What layers well with Rose Exposed?
Santal Calling by Ex Nihilo is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and cashmeran. Apply Rose Exposed first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal Calling on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Rose Exposed : 2 sprays Santal Calling.
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