Decisamente Rosa

DECISAMENTE ROSA by Bois 1920 is a contemporary interpretation of the rose, surrounding the classic flower with an unexpected palette of tropical fruit, nutty facets, powdery florals and soft woods. The fragrance revolves around the contrast between intense, velvety Damask Rose and the lighter, subtly powdery character of May Rose.

The result is not a traditional rose perfume. Bois 1920 approaches the rose from several different directions, allowing it to reveal a different facet throughout the development. Fruity and creamy nuances create a distinctive opening, followed by a rich rose centred heart. In the base, the composition becomes warmer, softer and more enveloping.

The opening is particularly expressive. Hazelnut, coconut, mango, pear, plum, ginger and apple create a colourful combination in which fruitiness, creaminess and a lightly spicy freshness meet.

Mango and coconut give the opening a sunny and tropical character. Mango brings juicy, ripe fruitiness, while coconut contributes a softer and creamier texture. Pear and apple add lighter freshness, while plum introduces a darker and fuller fruit facet.

Hazelnut makes the opening even more distinctive. While fruity notes are often used to create brightness and juiciness, hazelnut introduces a soft, nutty and creamy quality. Ginger provides a contrasting freshness and gives the fruity accord greater energy and movement.

This combination is central to the identity of DECISAMENTE ROSA. The rose is not presented in isolation from the beginning, but is prepared by a rich and unexpected fruity accord.

At the heart, the rose takes centre stage. Damask Rose and May Rose form the main floral theme of the composition. Damask Rose is known for its rich, deep and velvety character, while May Rose, also known as Rosa Centifolia, contributes a lighter and more refined rose facet.

Bois 1920 presents these two roses as two precious souls in dialogue. This is an interesting approach because the fragrance does not simply present a single rose accord, but explores different facets of the flower through contrast.

Magnolia, iris and lily of the valley surround the roses. Magnolia adds a soft and creamy floral quality. Iris introduces a refined powdery character, while lily of the valley brings a lighter, fresh and transparent floral nuance.

The heart therefore becomes richer without feeling heavy. The rose remains the centre, while the surrounding flowers give it different textures. The result moves between velvety, powdery, fresh and creamy facets.

The base changes the character once again. Vanilla, sandalwood, white musk and amber introduce warmth, softness and a more enveloping quality.

Vanilla gives the base a gentle sweetness that connects beautifully with the fruity opening. Sandalwood provides a creamy woody structure and greater depth. White musk creates a soft skin like effect, while amber contributes warmth and roundness.

The rose therefore takes on another expression in the drydown. The abundant floral bouquet becomes softer as it is surrounded by vanilla, woods, musk and amber. The fragrance becomes a warm skin scent in which the rose remains recognisable.

DECISAMENTE ROSA is therefore constructed as a gradual movement from fruit to flower and finally to soft warmth. The opening is colourful and lively, the heart is rich and rose centred, while the base becomes creamier, warmer and calmer.

The fragrance also occupies a distinctive position within Bois 1920's work. The house has explored the rose from different perspectives before, but DECISAMENTE ROSA chooses to combine two rose varieties with tropical fruit, nutty facets and a soft gourmand leaning base.

Its particular character lies in the way the rose is surrounded by unexpected ingredients. Mango, coconut and hazelnut give the composition a very different entry point into the rose, while iris, magnolia and lily of the valley provide a refined floral structure.

Perfumer

Arturetto Landi

Fragrance Family

Fruity, floral, rose, gourmand, powdery, woody

Official Notes

Top Notes

Hazelnut, Coconut, Mango, Pear, Plum, Ginger, Apple

Heart Notes

Damask Rose, May Rose, Magnolia, Iris, Lily of the Valley

Base Notes

Vanilla, Sandalwood, White Musk, Amber

Note Description

Hazelnut, coconut, mango, pear, plum, ginger and apple create a colourful and multifaceted opening. Mango and coconut provide a sunny and creamy tropical impression, while pear and apple add lighter fruity brightness. Plum gives the fruity accord greater depth and richness. Hazelnut introduces a soft nutty dimension, while ginger adds a fresh spicy contrast.

The heart revolves around two distinct interpretations of rose. Damask Rose has an intense, rich and velvety character, while May Rose contributes a lighter and subtly powdery rose facet. Magnolia makes the floral heart softer and creamier, iris adds elegant powder, and lily of the valley brings a fresh and transparent floral nuance.

Vanilla, sandalwood, white musk and amber form the base. Vanilla rounds the fruity and floral facets, sandalwood creates a creamy woody structure, white musk gives a soft skin like quality and amber contributes warmth and depth.

What makes DECISAMENTE ROSA so special?

DECISAMENTE ROSA stands out through the way the classic rose is combined with ingredients that are not immediately associated with a traditional rose perfume.

The opening is particularly distinctive. Mango, coconut, hazelnut, pear, plum, apple and ginger create a rich fruity accord combining tropical, juicy, creamy and spicy facets. The rose therefore enters a completely different olfactory context from the very beginning.

At the heart, the dialogue between Damask Rose and May Rose becomes central. One brings intensity and velvet, while the other contributes a lighter and more powdery expression. Magnolia, iris and lily of the valley add further volume and nuance.

The base makes the composition softer. Vanilla, sandalwood, white musk and amber allow the rose to become warmer and creamier without losing its floral identity.

The combination of fruit and rose also gives the fragrance a distinctive place within the collection. The fruit is not merely a fresh opening but an important part of the composition's story. Mango, coconut and hazelnut in particular give the rose an unexpected gourmand dimension.

DECISAMENTE ROSA demonstrates how versatile the rose can be. It can be intense and velvety while also becoming fruity, tropical, powdery, creamy and warm.

What does the ParfuMaria team think of this fragrance?

For us, DECISAMENTE ROSA is particularly interesting because of the unexpected combination surrounding the rose. Mango, coconut and hazelnut give the opening a very different character from that of a traditional rose fragrance.

We particularly enjoy the transition into the heart. As Damask Rose and May Rose become more prominent, it becomes clear why the fragrance carries its name. The rose takes on different nuances through its combination with magnolia, iris and lily of the valley.

The base feels especially elegant. Vanilla, sandalwood, white musk and amber make the fragrance softer and warmer without completely removing its floral character.

For us, DECISAMENTE ROSA is a beautiful choice for someone who loves rose but is not looking for a conventional, purely floral rose perfume. The combination of tropical fruit, hazelnut, iris and a creamy woody base makes this interpretation feel surprising and contemporary.