by Room 1015
Hollyrose is a deeply textured, leather-rose fragrance that evokes an unmistakable 1970s Hollywood aura—raw, unfiltered, and charged with rebellious femininity. It opens with a dense, smoky leather and patchouli, layered over a tart black currant and a whisper of black pepper, creating a striking, almost confrontational first impression. As it settles, the rose reveals itself with a jammy, sweet intensity, softened by the faint, dusty powdery quality of orchid and a subtle animalic warmth. The dry down is rich and mature, with the leather and patchouli lingering like a worn but cherished jacket, fading into a quiet, sensual afterglow. It’s not a sweet or sugary rose—instead, it feels like a woman who’s been through life, making bold choices, living with fire and defiance. The scent has a distinct theatricality to it—like a scene from an old film, dramatic and layered with memory. While sillage is moderate, it maintains decent presence for several hours. The fragrance is balanced enough to be described as unisex, but most agree it leans feminine, and its moodiness makes it particularly powerful at night.