Ylang 49 is a divisive fragrance with strong opinions in both directions. The community appreciates its modern chypre composition and unique floral-earthiness, but notes that its patchouli-forward profile and earthy, somewhat dated character make it not universally appealing. Best suited for fragrance adventurers who enjoy intense florals and earthy notes rather than mainstream audiences.
正面
Unique and interesting composition with strong floral-chypre character
Excellent longevity and projection
Great for those who love ylang ylang, gardenia, and oakmoss notes
负面
Patchouli-forward which may be off-putting for patchouli-sensitive wearers
Polarizing scent with a love-it-or-hate-it quality
Department store aesthetic that some find dated or old-fashioned
社区情绪脉搏 — Rose 31
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54 条评价 · 来源：r/fragrance 社区
7.2
/10
Rose 31 is a polarizing but beloved fragrance praised for its distinctive 'dirty rose' character and strong emotional resonance, though the cumin opening is divisive. The main criticisms center on weak performance, questionable value for the price, and reformulation concerns, yet loyal fans consider it a personal signature worth keeping long-term. Many recommend trying dupes like Dossier's version before committing to the full bottle.
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Distinctive and memorable scent with strong emotional/memory associations
Unique cumin and spice notes create an appealing 'dirty rose' character
Unisex appeal with good performance in opening hours
Elegant and sophisticated, works well for autumn/winter and evening wear
负面
Opening cumin note can smell like body odor or unpleasant to some
Weak projection and sillage, stays close to skin
常见问题
What's the difference between Ylang 49 and Rose 31?+
Ylang 49 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2015) dominated by Woody accords. Rose 31 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2006) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Earthy.
By community rating, Ylang 49 scores 3.84/5 vs Rose 31 at 4.09/5. On r/fragrance, Ylang 49 sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Rose 31 is 7.2/10 (mixed). Ylang 49's standout strength: Unique and interesting composition with strong floral-chypre character. Rose 31's standout strength: Distinctive and memorable scent with strong emotional/memory associations. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Ylang 49 and Rose 31 smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Ylang 49: Ylang 49 is a divisive fragrance with strong opinions in both directions. Rose 31: Rose 31 is a polarizing but beloved fragrance praised for its distinctive 'dirty rose' character and strong emotional resonance, though the cumin opening is divisive.
Which lasts longer, Ylang 49 or Rose 31?+
Ylang 49: Excellent longevity and projection Rose 31: Unisex appeal with good performance in opening hours Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Ylang 49 vs Rose 31?+
Ylang 49 scores highest for fall wear; Rose 31 scores highest for spring wear. Ylang 49 leans daytime, Rose 31 leans daytime.
Dry down on fabric can smell like wet dirt and moss, which not everyone enjoys
Quality consistency issues between bottles; reformulated versions are cleaner/weaker than vintage
High price point may not justify performance for some wearers
