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Roja Dove · Sold as unisex
Semi-Bespoke No. 11
The quiet intensity of a library filled with books, where aldehydic notes mingle with the soft scent of leather-bound volumes and the subtle warmth of musk.
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Semi-Bespoke No. 11Luxury · $250+
46%Similar accords, often for lessJardins de Bagatelle · GuerlainPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 19 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Roja Dove launched Semi-Bespoke No. 11 in 2005, a fragrance that stands out for its intricate blend of fresh and spicy elements with rich, sensual undertones. The composition opens with aldehydes and pepper, creating an immediate sense of freshness and vibrancy. This is followed by a heart of white florals like lily-of-the-valley and gardenia, which are softened by the inclusion of violet, adding a layer of complexity and depth. The base notes of ambergris, sandalwood, and animalic accords ensure that Semi-Bespoke No. 11 has lasting warmth and sensuality.
Apply this fragrance in light layers to allow its complex accords to unfold gradually. The spicy top notes are bright but fleeting, so focus on the base notes for lasting warmth. Ideal for indoor settings where it can linger close to skin rather than fill a room.
Fig. 01 — Semi-Bespoke No. 11, Roja Dove
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Roja Dove
The Professeur de ParfumRoja Dove, born Roger Bird in 1956 in Sussex, was captivated by scent from childhood, later abandoning a medicine degree at Cambridge after a visit to the Guerlain boutique in Paris changed the course of his life.
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 40%, disliked or hated by 20%.