Rosa by Santa Maria Novella
Women 1999
Description
Santa Maria Novella Rosa: A Soft, Powdery Rose Rosa by Santa Maria Novella is a floral composition from 1999 built entirely around rose. It presents the flower from fresh petals to a soft, powdery heart, without sharp edges. It opens with rose petals, neroli and bergamot, then moves into May rose, violet and jasmine, before settling on patchouli, musk and…
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Top
Rose Petals
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Heart
May Rose
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Base
patchouli
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About Rosa
Santa Maria Novella Rosa: A Soft, Powdery Rose
Rosa by Santa Maria Novella is a floral composition from 1999 built entirely around rose. It presents the flower from fresh petals to a soft, powdery heart, without sharp edges.
It opens with rose petals, neroli and bergamot, then moves into May rose, violet and jasmine, before settling on patchouli, musk and vanilla.
The opening is fresh and bright. Bergamot and neroli lift the rose petals with a light citrus touch, clean and slightly green rather than sweet.
In the heart, May rose takes center stage. It is supported by violet and jasmine, which add a soft floral depth and that powdery, almost creamy texture described in its accord profile.
Violet is especially important to the character. It cools the richness of the rose and gives Rosa its gentle, slightly nostalgic, powdery veil.
The base is smooth and understated. Patchouli adds a light woody structure, while musk and vanilla soften the trail with warmth and comfort.
Overall, Rosa reads as floral, rosy and musky, with facets that are fresh, woody, citrusy and lightly warm-spicy. It stays close and elegant, focused on texture rather than contrast.
It will suit lovers of classic rose scents who prefer soft, powdery and clean florals over bold or sweet interpretations, and those looking for an easy-to-wear daytime rose.
Rosa is a delicate, well-balanced rose with a fresh start and a musky, lightly woody-vanilla drydown. A quiet, timeless floral from Santa Maria Novella.
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