Rose Prick by Tom Ford

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Rose Prick by Tom Ford is a chypre floral perfume that pairs the sharp spice of szechuan pepper with rich Turkish rose and patchouli, softened by warm tonka beans and a hint of turmeric. Its character balances a vibrant floral heart with an earthy, slightly spicy base, creating a complex and sensual scent. When exploring fragrances in this vein, focus on the interplay between spicy pepper notes, a pronounced rose presence, and a grounding of patchouli or tonka bean for depth.

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Eau de Monsieur Patchouly & Reglisse

Eau de Monsieur Patchouly & Reglisse by Féret Parfumeur £90.00

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  • Key notes:
  • licorice
  • patchouli
  • szechuan pepper
  • tonka beans
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

Feret Parfumeur, a French family business producing toiletries and perfumes since 1865 are launching a classic theme of patchouli and spices but with a contemporary linear architecture and lovely playful licorice twist.  

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By Serpentine

By Serpentine by Exaltatum £130.00

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  • Key notes:
  • artemisia
  • cherry
  • patchouli
  • szechuan pepper
  • tobacco
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • spicy
  • woody

The perfume was inspired by contemplation at the Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London.

Nature and people come together to celebrate the summer Solstice. Light tobacco smoke rises above the tall grass, drowning merry people in its sweet cloud.

Ripe berries and plant seeds attract park squirrels and other animals. White Royal swans fall asleep in the pond. A light breeze ripples the surface of the water.
The mystical snake (serpent) rustles on the dewy evening grass and disappears into the fern, frightening the screaming birds.
Everything around is immersed in a bohemian night.

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Aqaysos

Aqaysos by Pierre Guillaume Black Collection £140.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cashmeran
  • pepper
  • szechuan pepper
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy
  • woody

In Aqaysos the perfumer tries to imagine crystal wood, smooth, capturing and reflecting light but still with wood grain texture.

That chatoyant effect is created from cold spices and light cashmere woods. Aqaysos is quite intense and lasting despite being airy.

Try if you like dry woody formulas with a fresh ozonic touch.

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The Sniff on Aqaysos:
"We really liked every part of this fragrance, but the base was particularly delightful. To our testers it smelled reminiscent of warm cotton, freshly ironed laundry and line-drying clothes. It has that gorgeous breezy cleanliness underpinned by the blonde woods. PG fragrances often have this exquisite sense of balance that really make them sparkle. As a result they are incredibly satisfying to wear."

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Osang

Osang by Mendittorosa £315.00

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  • Key notes:
  • fenugreek
  • frankincense
  • heliotropine
  • honey
  • incense
  • labdanum
  • myrrh
  • oud
  • pepper
  • peru balm
  • sandalwood
  • szechuan pepper
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • #beast
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • spicy
  • unconventional
  • woody

‘All the soarings of my mind begin in my blood’

Rainer Maria Rilke

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A perfumed celebration of saints and superstitions, centred around a fierce fenugreek absolute note lavished with singed pyrazines, sacrificial myrrh and mournful molten honey poured over everything like amber rain.  Meadow blooms, sticky dark resins, pungent balms and ashen clouds of iris swirl like dramatic weather.

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Sileno

Sileno by Agatho £305.00

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  • Key notes:
  • blackcurrant
  • cedarwood
  • ginger
  • green leaves
  • szechuan pepper
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • green
  • spicy

Sileno or Silenus in Greek  (or faun in Roman) mythology would be a creature of the wild forest – part man part beast. Silenus would accompany and entertain Dionysus in his god’s routines and parties.

The perfume is a sensual but fresh ylang-ylang with a generous crisp spices layer. 

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Still Life

Still Life by Olfactive Studio £140.00

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  • Key notes:
  • ambroxan
  • black pepper
  • pink pepper
  • szechuan pepper
  • yuzu
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • woody

A sparkling and festive perfume, Still Life is a celebration of life!

A surprising and radiant perfume that invites you to celebrate in style with a whirlwind of exotic cocktails. The brilliance of Japanese Yuzu, accompanied by a cocktail infusion of rare peppers, rum and warm woods. A stark contrast between ever present freshness and comforting, warm notes. A woody citrus fragrance full of contrasts, energy and sparkle!

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101 Parisian Bouquet

101 Parisian Bouquet by Bon Parfumeur £60.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • lily-of-the-valley
  • musk
  • rose
  • turkish rose
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral

A bright, multi faceted, spring-like floral with a citrus edge featuring sweet Turkish roses.

Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story.

Try 101 for an effervescent bouquet of pink flowers.

Perfumer: Alexandra Monet 

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Ensang Noir

Ensang Noir by L'Entropiste £260.00

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  • Key notes:
  • birch
  • blackcurrant
  • chypre
  • magnolia
  • patchouli
  • peony
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

A passionate declaration of love written in ink and blood. The scent opens on a dark, almost smoky red rose, pierced with crimson sparks. Metallic aldehydes emerge, adding tension and intensity. Dense magnolia adds a sweaty sweetness. The opoponax warms and deepens the whole, leaving a profound, mysterious signature.

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Experimentum Crucis

Experimentum Crucis by Etat Libre d'Orange £240.00

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  • Key notes:
  • apple
  • musk
  • patchouli
  • rose
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • floral
  • woody

A rapturous rose, apple and patchouli perfume with a lick of honey. But the joyfully fresh effect of the composition is only part of the story. Experimentum Crucis has the most extraordinary projection and longevity, as well as a novel multidimensional architecture. As you wear it, scented castles of Experimentum Crucis form in the air, creating an invisible sanctuary for you and all who smell you.

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Goudh

Goudh by Fugazzi £205.00

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  • Key notes:
  • leather
  • oud
  • patchouli
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • woody

Flower power above and beyond what Mother Nature envisioned for the majestic rose. Cash Flower borrows the diffusive cashmeran and amber from its perfume sibling Angel Dust, and adds a heaping helping of rose and vanilla. Musk and sandalwood extend the allure long into the night.

About Rose Prick by Tom Ford

How does Rose Prick differ from these similar fragrances?
Rose Prick uniquely blends spicy szechuan pepper with a pronounced Turkish rose and patchouli base, softened by tonka beans and turmeric. Many similar fragrances highlight some of these notes but often shift towards smokier, fruitier, or fresher interpretations, lacking the exact balance of floral, spice, and warmth found in Rose Prick.
Are these fragrances suitable for both day and evening wear?
Many of the fragrances listed lean towards evening wear due to their rich, spicy, or smoky compositions. However, some, like Sileno and Still Life, offer fresher, lighter versions that can be appropriate for daytime use depending on personal preference.
What should I focus on if I want a fragrance close to Rose Prick’s spicy floral character?
Look for perfumes that combine szechuan pepper and rose with patchouli and tonka beans, as these notes create the spicy, floral, and warm base distinctive to Rose Prick. Avoid fragrances that emphasise smoky, leathery, or overly fruity elements if you want a closer match to its character.