Mandarin OrangeOpens with
Bulgarian RoseHeart
CedarDries down to
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Mizensir · Sold as unisex
Épine de Rose
The moment you step into an art gallery where the crisp air carries whispers of floral arrangements, mingling with the soft hum of conversation and the faint scent of polished wood floors.
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Épine de RoseLuxury · $250+
46%Similar accords, often for lessAoud Sense · MontalePremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Épine de Rose by Mizensir was launched in 2018, crafted by the renowned perfumer Alberto Morillas. This fragrance opens with a vibrant burst of mandarin orange and ginger, creating an immediate sense of freshness and warmth. At its heart, Bulgarian rose takes center stage, supported by pink pepper and black pepper to introduce a subtle spiciness that adds depth without overpowering the floral notes. The composition settles into a woody base of cedar and incense, grounded with a touch of agarwood (oud), which lends a rich and sensual finish.
This fragrance blooms best after a few minutes on skin. A light spritz is enough to capture its complexity — the top notes are bright but fade quickly, while the woody base lingers longer. Best suited for daytime wear, where it reads as fresh and engaging.
Fig. 01 — Épine de Rose, Mizensir
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Alberto Morillas
The invisible architectAlberto Morillas is one of the most prolific and celebrated perfumers of the modern era. Born in Seville and trained in Geneva at Firmenich, he possesses an extraordinary gift for constructing fragrances that feel simultaneously complex and effortless.
“Technique is important, but it's the perfumer's soul that makes the difference.”
Alberto Morillas · Mizensir journal ('Nose-to-nose with founder Alberto Morillas'), July 2025
Designer Mizensir
More from the house · founded 2002 · Switzerland
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The originalÉpine de RoseMizensir · Luxury · $250+Montale · 2015Aoud SenseShares 4 of its 7 notes$100–250★ 3.79 (352)42%Match
Acqua di Parma · 2024Luce di RosaShares 4 of its 11 notes$100–250★ 4.03 (278)40%Match
Yves Saint Laurent · 2009Elle Shocking (Elle Eau de Toilette)Shares Mandarin orange, Ginger and Cedar$100–250★ 4.06 (243)42%Match
Cacharel · 2008Amor Pour Homme TentationShares 4 of its 6 notes$40–100★ 3.93 (124)
With Mona di Orio Lux
Adds aromatic, amber and vanilla; shares cedar.
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Still under the radar: loved by 17%, disliked or hated by 38%.