Rose Summer Edition Paul Smith

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2009
Moderate
Sillage
Moderate
Longevity
Spring, Summer
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Rose Summer Edition by Paul Smith is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Rose Summer Edition was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Antoine Maisondieu. Top notes are Green Apple, Pink Pepper and Amalfi Lemon; middle notes are Rose, Magnolia and Violet; base notes are Musk, Virginia Cedar and Amber.

Composition Profile

rose 100%
floral 85%
musky 70%
powdery 60%
fruity 50%
citrus 40%
fresh 35%
violet 30%
soft spicy 25%
woody 20%

About the Perfumer

Antoine Maisondieu

Antoine Maisondieu

Antoine Maisondieu is a French perfumer and a senior vice president at Givaudan, where he has worked for decades. He is known for creating refined, modern compositions that balance natural elegance with subtle complexity. His work includes the woody, leathery Bottega Veneta Pour Homme and the fresh, floral Acqua di Parma Magnolia Nobile.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Green Apple Green Apple
Pink Pepper Pink Pepper
Amalfi Lemon Amalfi Lemon

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Rose Rose
Magnolia Magnolia
Violet Violet

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Musk Musk
Virginia Cedar Virginia Cedar
Amber Amber
Unique Character

Rose Summer Edition Paul Smith by Paul Smith offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Rose Summer Edition Paul Smith embodies the distinctive style of Paul Smith while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Romantic Archetype: Portrait of Rose Summer Edition Paul Smith

Essence

To wear Rose Summer Edition by Paul Smith is to embrace a fragrance that balances the timeless elegance of rose with a playful, sunlit freshness. This person is not merely drawn to the scent-they embody its spirit. Their soul is woven with threads of nostalgia and optimism, a blend of classic refinement and modern spontaneity. They are, at their core, a Romantic-one of Jung’s most enduring archetypes-yet their romanticism is not the brooding, tragic kind. It is a romanticism of warmth, of fleeting beauty grasped firmly before it fades.

Light: They are an aesthete, someone who finds meaning in the sensory world. The scent of roses in summer air is not just pleasant to them-it is a whispered secret, a reminder of gardens both real and imagined. They move through life with an intuitive grace, drawn to art, poetry, and music that stirs emotion without drowning in sentimentality. Their taste is refined but never stiff; they appreciate the delicate balance between tradition and novelty.

Shadow: Yet, their romantic nature carries a hidden weight. They are prone to idealization-of people, of moments, of love itself. When reality fails to match their vision, disillusionment creeps in. They may cling to memories long past their prime or grow restless when life feels too mundane. Their avoidance of harsh truths can make them seem naive, even to themselves.

Conclusion

Their personal style is effortless yet deliberate-linen dresses that catch the breeze, well-worn leather journals, a single antique ring passed down through generations. They favor soft colors, natural fabrics, and the occasional bold flourish-a crimson scarf, a pair of handmade sandals. Their home is a sanctuary of light and texture: dried flowers in glass jars, stacks of well-loved books, a record player spinning jazz or folk melodies.

Philosophically, they believe in the sacredness of small moments. A shared meal under twilight, the sound of rain on leaves, the way sunlight filters through sheer curtains-these are their rituals. They do not seek grand answers to life’s questions but instead find solace in the ephemeral. Their values are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and a quiet resistance against the cold efficiency of modern life.

In relationships, they are tender but guarded. They give love freely but fear its loss deeply. Their friendships are built on shared laughter and whispered confidences, yet they may struggle with vulnerability, fearing that too much exposure will shatter the magic. Romantic partners must understand their need for both passion and solitude-they are not meant to be possessed, only cherished.