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Eau de parfum
astrée Villa De La Rose
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The History and Character of the Fragrance
Villa De La Rose is an eau de parfum by the astrée brand, released in 2023.
The Indonesian brand creates unisex fragrances, and this release continues that direction by combining an expressive rose, a spicy accent and a deep woody-mossy base.
The name Villa De La Rose gives the composition a romantic mood, but this is not a light soliflore centered on rose petals.
Here, the floral theme gradually becomes more contrasting: the freshness of magnolia and the sharpness of pepper give way to a full-bodied rose heart before settling into a dark, earthy and woody trail.
Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The top notes open with black pepper and magnolia. The spicy spark makes the opening focused and noticeable, while magnolia adds a bright floral tone without excessive sweetness.
The heart reveals Damask rose, May rose and geranium.
Thanks to the combination of several rose facets, the composition sounds multifaceted, ranging from velvety, rich depth to a fresher, slightly greenish geranium nuance.
The base is built around amberwood, moss, patchouli and rose.
The woody-amber accord enhances the fragrance's density, while mossy and patchouli facets add a dry earthiness, and rose maintains the connection with the central theme through to the finish.
Positioning and Wearability
Villa De La Rose belongs to the floral family and suits women and men who are drawn to rose compositions with character.
This is not an obviously airy bouquet, but a richer and more contrasting interpretation with a spicy opening, a pronounced floral heart and a dark base.
The fragrance is described as having a very strong sillage, making it suited to those who enjoy a noticeable presence and a distinctive scent around them.
Villa De La Rose is especially suitable for cool weather, evenings and situations where a composition can unfold gradually, although the final impression always depends on the skin and ambient temperature.
Specific recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not provided in the available information.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to get acquainted with the fragrance gradually: first assess a small amount on the skin, and only then choose your preferred intensity.
Its Place in the Brand's Collection
The influence of Villa De La Rose on the brand's development has not been described separately, but the fragrance effectively demonstrates the appealing side of modern Indonesian perfumery.
Here, the familiar image of rose is presented not as a simple romantic motif, but as a complex accord with spicy, mossy and woody facets.
The perfumer behind the composition is not identified in the available information.
No other concentrations of Villa De La Rose have been announced either, so this release should be viewed specifically as a standalone eau de parfum with a rich character.
Similar Fragrances
For further exploration of the rose and floral aesthetic, consider Dior Miss Dior Rose N'Roses, as well as Francesca dell`Oro Ambrosine and The Spirit of Dubai Abraj.
They offer an opportunity to compare different interpretations of floral scent, but Villa De La Rose stands out for its combination of a rose heart with black pepper, moss, patchouli and amberwood.
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