Fleur de The Rose Bulgare

Fleur de Thé Rose Bulgare by Creed delivers a sharp, linear rose experience with notable green tea and citrus nuances. The opening bursts with bergamot and citrus, leading into a clear, authentic Bulgarian rose that remains dominant throughout. The scent is clean, fresh, and slightly soapy with a mineralic, green tea backbone, creating an elegant but polarizing character. It evolves into a subtly bitter, tea-infused rose drydown that retains depth and presence on skin. The fragrance is well-crafted, with high perceived quality, but its distinctive profile—marked by a sharp, almost medicinal green edge—can be challenging for sensitive noses. Some find it transformative, describing it as a vivid and youthful rose essence that enhances presence, while others perceive it as unpleasantly soapy, sour, or even decaying. It performs best in spring and summer, and especially on cooler skin or fabrics that allow the rose to unfold. The scent lingers moderately, though its sillage is typically moderate to intimate. Ultimately, it appeals almost exclusively to fans of pure rose soliflores who appreciate a sharp, daring, and refined expression over a sweet or blended floral.