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What does Rosa Nigra smell like?

Rosa Nigra is a masterclass in olfactory illusion. Despite its name and the gothic, monochromatic aesthetic of the bottle, there is no actual rose in the formula. Instead, Filippo Sorcinelli uses a clever blend of freesia and peach to mimic the velvety texture of a flower petal, while aniseed provides a sharp, spicy edge that replicates the metallic tang of a stem. It is a floral powdery scent that feels architectural and cool to the touch, rather than sweet or romantic. Wearing it feels like walking through a marble hallway filled with cold light. The opening is bright and airy with freesia, but it quickly settles into a more complex, herbal territory thanks to artemisia. As it stays on the skin, the fragrance warms up with vanilla and cashmere wood, though it never loses its clean, powdery composure. It is an intellectual take on a floral scent—austere, clean, and slightly mysterious.

Details

House: Filippo Sorcinelli
Gender: unisex
Year: 2015
Longevity: 7.8 / 10 · 75 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 7.2 / 10 · 76 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Spring (40 votes), Fall (37 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Leisure (38 votes), Evening (33 votes)
Scent Profile: Floral, Powdery, Woody, Sweet, Fruity

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The fragrance is widely recognized for its "ghost rose" effect, where users report smelling a spicy, realistic rose despite it being entirely absent from the notes list.
Performance is a highlight within the community; unlike many other ethereal or floral-leaning scents that fade quickly, this is noted for having strong longevity and reliable sillage that holds up well throughout the day.
Enthusiasts frequently describe it as a versatile "chameleon" scent that works effectively for both leisure and business environments due to its clean, sophisticated profile.
While it is classified as floral powdery, many find the herbal artemisia and aniseed notes give it a unique, slightly medicinal edge that distinguishes it from traditional designer fragrances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there actually rose in Rosa Nigra?+

No, there is no rose in the composition. The "rose" scent is an illusion created by the combination of freesia, peach, and aniseed.

How does the fragrance perform throughout the day?+

It is known for having very good longevity. Unlike typical floral fragrances that can be fleeting, the base of amber, musk, and vanilla ensures it stays present on the skin for many hours.

Is this fragrance more masculine or feminine?+

It is truly unisex. While it has floral and fruity notes like peach and freesia, the heavy presence of sandalwood, anise, and artemisia gives it an herbal, woody depth that appeals to all genders.

What is the best season to wear Rosa Nigra?+

Most people find it most at home in the transitional weather of spring and fall. Its powdery and woody qualities suit the crisp air, though its performance is strong enough to handle the humidity of summer or the cold of winter.

Appears in Collections

Unisex Fragrances3693 2010s Fragrances3361 Fragrances Starting With R258

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What does Rosa Nigra smell like?

Rosa Nigra is a masterclass in olfactory illusion. Despite its name and the gothic, monochromatic aesthetic of the bottle, there is no actual rose in the formula. Instead, Filippo Sorcinelli uses a clever blend of freesia and peach to mimic the velvety texture of a flower petal, while aniseed provides a sharp, spicy edge that replicates the metallic tang of a stem. It is a floral powdery scent that feels architectural and cool to the touch, rather than sweet or romantic. Wearing it feels like walking through a marble hallway filled with cold light. The opening is bright and airy with freesia, but it quickly settles into a more complex, herbal territory thanks to artemisia. As it stays on the skin, the fragrance warms up with vanilla and cashmere wood, though it never loses its clean, powdery composure. It is an intellectual take on a floral scent—austere, clean, and slightly mysterious.

Details

House: Filippo Sorcinelli
Gender: unisex
Year: 2015
Longevity: 7.8 / 10 · 75 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 7.2 / 10 · 76 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Spring (40 votes), Fall (37 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Leisure (38 votes), Evening (33 votes)
Scent Profile: Floral, Powdery, Woody, Sweet, Fruity

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The fragrance is widely recognized for its "ghost rose" effect, where users report smelling a spicy, realistic rose despite it being entirely absent from the notes list.
Performance is a highlight within the community; unlike many other ethereal or floral-leaning scents that fade quickly, this is noted for having strong longevity and reliable sillage that holds up well throughout the day.
Enthusiasts frequently describe it as a versatile "chameleon" scent that works effectively for both leisure and business environments due to its clean, sophisticated profile.
While it is classified as floral powdery, many find the herbal artemisia and aniseed notes give it a unique, slightly medicinal edge that distinguishes it from traditional designer fragrances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there actually rose in Rosa Nigra?+

No, there is no rose in the composition. The "rose" scent is an illusion created by the combination of freesia, peach, and aniseed.

How does the fragrance perform throughout the day?+

It is known for having very good longevity. Unlike typical floral fragrances that can be fleeting, the base of amber, musk, and vanilla ensures it stays present on the skin for many hours.

Is this fragrance more masculine or feminine?+

It is truly unisex. While it has floral and fruity notes like peach and freesia, the heavy presence of sandalwood, anise, and artemisia gives it an herbal, woody depth that appeals to all genders.

What is the best season to wear Rosa Nigra?+

Most people find it most at home in the transitional weather of spring and fall. Its powdery and woody qualities suit the crisp air, though its performance is strong enough to handle the humidity of summer or the cold of winter.

Accords

Notes

TopFreesia

Is this suitable for the office or workplace?+

Yes, it is often cited as a great choice for professional settings. It is clean and sophisticated without being overpowering or overly sweet.

How does the peach note come across?+

The peach here is not a "fuzzy" or sugary fruit note. It is used more for its texture and a slight hint of skin-like sweetness that helps build the floral accord.

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Peach//

Sandalwood

HeartArtemisia//Aniseed

BaseCashmere wood//Amber//Musk//Vanilla

Appears in Collections

Unisex Fragrances3693 2010s Fragrances3361 Fragrances Starting With R258

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