Rose 31 Perfume Oil Le Labo

Unisex
Perfume Oil
Year: 2012

At a glance

Is Rose 31 Perfume Oil Le Labo worth trying?

Rose 31 Perfume Oil by Le Labo is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Excellent longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
fresh spicy, amber, woody with Rose, Cumin, Pepper

The first impression

Rose 31 Perfume Oil by Le Labo is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Rose 31 Perfume Oil was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Daphné Bugey. Top notes are Rose, Cumin, Pepper, Nutmeg and Clove; middle notes are Amber, Olibanum, Cedar and Guaiac Wood; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Labdanum and Vetiver.

What shapes the scent

fresh spicy 100%
amber 85%
woody 70%
rose 60%
warm spicy 50%
oud 40%
floral 35%

The perfumer behind it

Daphné Bugey

Daphné Bugey

Daphné Bugey has created a wide range of fragrances, including Sunny Seaside Of Zanzibar for 4711, By Any Other Name for ALTAIA, and Naked Neroli for BORNTOSTANDOUT®. Her portfolio also includes L'eau Du Soleil for Boitown, Spumante for Brocard, and several other scents. She demonstrates versatility across both niche and commercial brands.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Rose Rose
Cumin Cumin
Pepper Pepper
Nutmeg Nutmeg
Clove Clove

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Amber Amber
Olibanum Olibanum
Cedar Cedar
Guaiac Wood Guaiac Wood

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Labdanum Labdanum
Vetiver Vetiver

The mood it creates

The Magician Archetype: Portrait of Rose 31 Perfume Oil Le Labo

Essence

The Magician wields unseen forces with precision, and this concentrated elixir is their wand. The perfume oil amplifies the original's spices (clove, nutmeg) into an almost arcane potency. Like the archetype, it reveals its secrets slowly-amber and oud unfolding like a well-practiced illusion.

Style & Aesthetic

They dress in monochrome with a single striking detail-a high-collared black coat, or a silver ring shaped like an alchemical symbol. Their look is controlled yet enigmatic, much like the oil's balance of heat (pepper) and cool (vetiver).

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the art of subtle influence. A scent, like a spell, works best when its mechanisms are felt, not seen. The labdanum's resinous depth reflects their appreciation for ancient wisdom repurposed for modern moments.

Relationships

They cultivate an air of mystery, revealing just enough to intrigue. Romantic partners are tested-can they appreciate the slow unfurling of layers? Colleagues respect their quiet authority, though some find it unnerving.

Lifestyle

Their workspace is meticulously organized-glass vials, a vintage magnifying glass, a notebook inked with observations. They apply the oil as part of a morning ritual, a tactile reminder of their own agency.

Shadow

Their love of control can become manipulation. The pepper's bite warns of a sharp tongue when challenged. They may hoard knowledge like the oil's precious drops, mistaking secrecy for power.

Conclusion

Rose 31 Perfume Oil is a talisman for those who understand that true magic lies in restraint. It doesn't announce itself-it simply changes the air around it, leaving others to wonder how the trick was done.