Epic Woman is widely praised by the Amouage community as a distinctive, sophisticated rose fragrance with incense and smoky undertones that avoids excessive sweetness. The fragrance performs excellently with strong lasting power, though its polarizing character and high price point mean it's best suited for experienced fragrance collectors who appreciate niche scents and should sample first before purchasing.
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Unique and distinctive rose-based scent with incense and smoky notes
Long-lasting projection and excellent performance on skin
Less sweet than comparable fragrances, appeals to those who dislike cloying scents
Luxurious quality characteristic of Amouage's niche positioning
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High price point may be prohibitive for many buyers
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What's the difference between Rose Secrète and Epic Woman?+
Rose Secrète is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Il Profvmo (2005) dominated by Rose accords. Epic Woman is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2009) leaning on Fresh Spicy accords. They share 1 accord: Rose.
By community rating, Rose Secrète scores 3.79/5 vs Epic Woman at 4.09/5. Epic Woman's standout strength: Unique and distinctive rose-based scent with incense and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Rose Secrète and Epic Woman smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Epic Woman: Epic Woman is widely praised by the Amouage community as a distinctive, sophisticated rose fragrance with incense and smoky undertones that avoids excessive sweetness.
Which lasts longer, Rose Secrète or Epic Woman?+
Epic Woman: Long-lasting projection and excellent performance on skin Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Rose Secrète vs Epic Woman?+
Rose Secrète scores highest for spring wear; Epic Woman scores highest for fall wear. Rose Secrète leans daytime, Epic Woman leans evening.
Powerful projection requires careful application to avoid overspray
Polarizing scent profile - not universally appealing
