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Rose Jam 2013 fragrance
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Rose Jam 2013

EDP Unisex · 2013 · by Mark Constantine
7.6 /10

Rose Jam 2013 scores 9/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 9/10 longevity
From USD 80–130From EUR 74–120From GBP 63–103From PKR 18,000–26,000From AED 250–380From INR 6,640–10,790From SAR 300–488
9 Longevity
9 Sillage
6 Versatility
8 Value
6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Rose Sweet Vanilla Floral
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Rose2Geranium3LemonHEART NOTES30–120 min1Turkish Ro…2African Or…BASE NOTES2h+1Tonka Bean2Vanille
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileRoseSweetVanillaFloralCitrusACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Winter Wear Night Out Statement Scent
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6 / 10
Extreme Heat
3/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
4/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
6/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A room-clearing, hyper-sweet, sticky-thick Turkish rose jam laced with heavy vanilla and tonka.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Unbearable in tropical humidity, but a supreme beast-mode performer in cold Western winters.

How It Compares

Versus MFK A La Rose

The Controversy

Notoriously potent; a single spray can easily choke out an entire room if oversprayed.

Exploring Lush Rose Jam 2013

Rose Jam 2013 rewards patience. Released in 2013, this EDP from Lush does not announce itself immediately — it unfolds. The Rose, Sweet, Vanilla, Floral, Citrus structure is layered, nuanced, and deliberately uncommercial. For those who have moved past designer signatures and are searching for something more considered, Rose Jam 2013 is a destination worth the journey.

A room-clearing, hyper-sweet, sticky-thick Turkish rose jam laced with heavy vanilla and tonka.

The Scent: Notes, Structure & Dry-Down

Rose Jam 2013 opens with Rose, Geranium and Lemon — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Turkish Rose and African Orange Flower. The final act — the part that outlasts the working day — is Tonka Bean and Vanille.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Rose, Sweet, Vanilla, Floral, Citrus — the kind of profile that rewards a second and third wearing.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (9/10): Rose Jam 2013 delivers exceptional longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 12+ hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (9/10): Rose Jam 2013 projects at room-filling intensity, announcing itself without apology. One or two sprays is all that is needed — over-application will overpower rather than impress.

Versatility (6/10): Rose Jam 2013 is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (8/10): At around $80, Rose Jam 2013 delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Climate Performance: Where Rose Jam 2013 Works Best

Of the five climate zones we score, Rose Jam 2013 does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 3/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Unbearable in tropical humidity, but a supreme beast-mode performer in cold Western winters.

That is a structural result rather than a flaw — Lemon and African Orange Flower evaporate fast in heat, so what is left on skin by midday is a fraction of what you sprayed.

Its average across all five zones is 6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear Rose Jam 2013

Rose Jam 2013 is best suited to Winter Wear, Night Out, Statement Scent. The projection ensures presence without deliberate effort — ideal for outdoor gatherings and social occasions where you want to register.

Seasonally, Rose Jam 2013 performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus MFK A La Rose

Rose Jam 2013 Price Guide

Internationally, Rose Jam 2013 sits at $80–$130. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 18,000–26,000 in Pakistan, AED 250–380 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Lush Stores UK/US. GCC/UAE: Lush Middle East. Pakistan: Online Discounters.

Verdict

Rose Jam 2013 earns its premium through genuine distinction rather than marketing mythology — a fragrance that rewards the wearer rather than impressing bystanders.

It lands at an overall 7.6/10 in our scoring — performance, climate fit and value all pulling the same direction. Rose Jam 2013 is an easy bottle to recommend.

Notoriously potent; a single spray can easily choke out an entire room if oversprayed.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Rose Jam 2013 last?

Rose Jam 2013 has a longevity score of 9/10. On average skin, expect 12+ hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Rose Jam 2013 worth the price?

At around $80, Rose Jam 2013 by Lush is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Rose Jam 2013 smell like?

Rose Jam 2013 is characterised by Rose, Sweet, Vanilla, Floral, Citrus accords. Opening with Rose and Geranium, the heart revolves around Turkish Rose and African Orange Flower, settling into a base of Tonka Bean and Vanille.

Is Rose Jam 2013 good for hot or humid weather?

Rose Jam 2013 was not designed for extreme heat (score: 4/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Rose Jam 2013 for men or women?

Rose Jam 2013 is marketed as a Unisex fragrance. In practice, its character is better defined by its composition than by any marketing category.