Rose Tattoo by Neil Morris bottle
Neil Morris

Rose Tattoo

4.0/5 · 6 votes Unisex 2011
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity3.2/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day50
Night75
Spring100
Fall100
Summer75
Winter50
Our take

Rose Tattoo is not an easy wear. The opening is sharp and tangy, with ivy and cassis cutting through a slice of papaya that feels bright rather than sweet. That tart green edge can catch the nose if you expect a gentle floral, and the heart offers no soft landing. The rose here is a single, focused petal rather than a full bouquet, so the fragrance never relaxes into a pretty comfort zone.

This is a scent for the person who wants a rose that refuses to behave. The argument for it rests on the base, where patchouli and amber ground the flower in earthy warmth while Iso E Super spreads a woody haze around it. Leather pulls the entire composition toward something rugged and adult. It suits someone who enjoys smelling distinct and a little severe, and it will feel out of place on anyone looking for a clean, transparent daytime spray.

Wear it when the streetlights reflect on wet pavement and the air feels cool against the skin, surrounded by the scent of leather jackets and dimly lit corners.

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