2020
Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa (A Chinese New Year Limited Edition)
Thierry WasserThe nose · 253 fragrances · also made L’Homme Idéal Eau de Parfum (2016)Portrait →

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Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa (A Chinese New Year Limited Edition)

A lively celebration where the air is filled with the scent of ripe litchi and blooming roses, capturing the essence of Chinese New Year festivities.

3.8419 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
woodycitrusrosefloralmuskyfruity
Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa (A Chinese New Year Limited Edition)Premium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessLady Emblem L'Eau · MontblancMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 16 notes8 matches →

How it wears

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LongevityVery weak43% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak43%
Weak0%
Moderate14%
Long lasting43%
Eternal0%
SillageEnormous55% say strong or enormous
Intimate25%
Moderate20%
Strong10%
Enormous45%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex13%
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Feminine88%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa (A Chinese New Year Limited Edition) by Guerlain was launched in 2020, crafted by perfumer Thierry Wasser. This scent marries the freshness of citrus and litchi with the warmth of rose and peony, creating a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The woody base notes provide depth and a lingering sense of comfort, making it a perfect blend for special occasions.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to pulse points for a lasting effect throughout the day. The fresh top notes will give way to the warm floral heart, making it ideal for evening wear or special occasions.

Fig. 01 — Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa (A Chinese New Year Limited Edition), Guerlain

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Thierry Wasser portrait
03 · The nose

Thierry Wasser

The guardian of Guerlain

Thierry Wasser is the in-house perfumer at Guerlain — a title that makes him the custodian of one of perfumery's most storied legacies.

“I am not going to betray five generations of the family.”

Thierry Wasser · Wallpaper*, December 2008
253fragrances
1961born
Frenchnationality

The Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa line

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Designer Guerlain

More from the house · founded 1828 · France

Similar accords, often for less

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Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa (A Chinese New Year Limited Edition)Habit Rouge Légère
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Adds patchouli, leather and warm spicy; shares lemon and bergamot and 2 more notes.

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.84/ 5 · 19 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 32%, disliked or hated by 5%.

Love32%
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OK37%
Dislike5%
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