Our take
What does Rose of No Man's Land smell like?
Launched by Byredo in 2015, Rose of No Man's Land pays tribute to the front-line nurses of the First World War, who were nicknamed the rose of no man's land. The scent avoids the syrupy romantic rose. The opening pairs pink pepper with Turkish rose petals for a prickly, slightly fruity freshness. The heart blends rose with raspberry blossom, which adds a tart, almost airy sweetness. The base of papyrus, amber and musk lays down a dry, woody, mineral quality, faintly smoky, that gives the rose a modern, almost textile feel. The result is a clear, elegant and pared-back rose that wears like a well-cut garment.
When to wear it
Daytime, office or everyday wear in spring and autumn; it suits lovers of modern, dry, unsweetened roses of any gender.
It belongs to the Oriental / Amber, Spicy family. Rose of No Man's Land is one of 6 creations by Byredo in our encyclopedia.
