Participating in joint blog projects is always fun. 
A big thank you to Ayala for inviting me to think about roses and name a dozen in any way I find them interesting.
I realized, roses feature as people, places and ideas in my mind – so here, in short order are those that managed that:
The Poison Rose – Paestum Rose by Eau d’Italie
I realized not everyone agrees with me on this one, but I still think of it as featuring thorns while you wear it.
The Seductive one - Lyric by Amouage
Sweet and seductive. If you are not careful, you might not even realize it’s a rose. Or that you are seduced.
Spending a day at the SPA? – Eau Egyptienne by Cinq Mondes
Easy to like and enjoy during the day where enjoyment and relaxation are the order of the day.
The sexy-contemplative rose - Costes by Costes
I’d say it’s sexy if worn by a contemplative man, I don’t think many would agree women are sexy when being contemplative. 
Or am I wrong? A great review by Suzanne.
Is that a siren coming out of the sea?! – Rosam by Histoires de Parfum
The strangeness that is this perfume can shortly be summed up by what a strange sight it would be seeing a siren.
The Prim British Rose - Mohur by Neela Vermeire
Rose-cheeked Miss drinking tea.
Can it be called a rose? - Jabu by Mona di Orio
Possibly not, but there is some rose in there and it deserves a mention for being a perfume evoking happiness.
Dark viney rose - Baie Rose by Le Labo
Hmm, a rose perfume for Batman perhaps?
Dangerously sexy and seductive – Worth Courtesan
I talked about it yesterday – if you want to get noticed, you need not look further.
Rose for dessert - Rose flavoured rahat loukhum
The most decadent non-chocolate sweet ever. Leaving a dusting of sugar on your fingers so you have to lick them as well.
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Tagged: amouage lyric woman, Baie Rose, Costes, Courtesan, Eau Egyptienne, Jabu, Mohur, Paestum Rose, perfume, rahat loukhum, Rose, Rose 31
May I venture an addition (or two)?
The Restrained but Ravishing Rose: Saffron Rose by Grossmith
The Edwardian Antique Oriental Rose: Hammam Bouquet by Penhaligon’s
Both appropriate for gentlemen and ladies in this Dandy’s mind.
Yours ever
The Perfumed Dandy.
Additions are always welcome!
Especially as I had the limit of twelve. And as I haven’t tried either, now I am intrigued.
Thank you!
The Dandy should have clarified, I realise the Hammam was originally Victorian, but its heyday was surely in the last days of Empire…
Yours evermore
The Perfumed Dandy.
A rose perfume for Batman
Then even I might like it. Thanks for these particular dozen roses
Couldn’t be helped – that was my first association.
Well, gosh, I hope women can still be sexy when they’re being contemplative, Ines.
I enjoyed your list and think your description of Mohur is particularly fitting. Makes me want to wear some right now – maybe I’ll go track down my sample.
Suzanne, you have a point. It’s just, I never feel sexy when I’m contemplative so that’s why I said it. I should seek a male perspective on that particular point.
Love your categories! Very engaging.
And congrats on the new venue, looks very promising indeed.
Thank you E!
My list is a bit different than what I usually do, but that’s what came out of my fingers this time around.
A rose perfume for Batman? Now I must seek out Baie Rose!!
XO,
T
Now I’m wondering if anyone who smells it might think the same. Hope you let me know.
I love rose in perfumes – as long as it’s not heavily pared with agarwood
I’ve discovered Paestum Rose thanks to you. It hasn’t become my favorite perfume but it’s a nice one to wear from time to time – thank you, Ines!
Glad you liked something I reviewed.
Btw, I should warn you now, you shouldn’t try Rosam (there’s oud in there – and some strange sea note too – hence the siren).
Not only you reviewed it – you sent me a large sample!
Lol
I successfully forgot that.
Thank you so much for taking part in the Dozen Roses joint blogging fest!
I can’t believe there is nary one rose in your list that I’ve tried (not counting the rahat loukum!). So off should I go to source some of Jabu, for happiness in any form is most welcome, especially in the dreary month of February. I’ve got lots of homework to do
Dear Ayala, thank you very much for inviting me!
It’s been interesting thinking about roses, especially as it seems they’ve been a bit neglected lately.
And as I have a rather long list of things to try now, I’m glad I’m not the only one.
I love love LOVE Turkish Delight! It was an acquired taste…at first it seemed odd to be eating roses. Now it seems incredibly decadent.
Katie, the thing I find strange is that I don’t really enjoy the sweet taste, I prefer much more the salty stuff, and delight falls into the extreme sweet category but I adore it.
Mmmmm… *imagining eating it*
I got completely distracted when you mentioned Courtesan! I love it but haven’t worn in a while. Perfect for V-Day, for sure.
Couldn’t agree more!
Especially if you have some seduction on your mind. 
I do think that perfume doesn’t get enough love though.
Love these bite-sized reviews, especially the one of Mohur, hehe.
I would add my Valentine’s pick of Safran Troublant – sprightly, spicy rose?
Thanks for the addition!
I need to find my decant of Safran Troublant and re-smell it. I keep missing out on that perfume.
So many awesome perfumes made your list! It reminds me that I need to pull out that Rosam sample again
Thanks.
I really like Rosam, I’m not sure when or where would I wear it though.
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