Tess is no ordinary red rose. She walks away from the Valentine’s stereotype with confidence and class, wanting to be seen as a beautiful rose in her own right before her seductive colouring is taken in. Neither brash nor a wallflower, her presence is immaculate and never to be ignored, not commanding attention but quietly and confidently owning a room with her regal sophistication and impeccable tailoring. She captivates, constantly.
A long-lasting rose, Tess promises both beauty and longevity as she gradually evolves at a gentle pace – nothing is rushed with Tess. Unlike other red roses whose deep colouring feels most fitting in winter, Tess' petals radiate light and sit happily in a summer aesthetic.
A medium-sized bloom that forms a neat rosette that is couture like in its perfection. Gradually Tess reveals her jewel-like centre of golden stamens – the finishing touch to her outfit.
A royal berry red that deepens in colour with the passing of time. Shards of gold come to the fore as she shyly opens her bloom fully to allow her petals to slowly deepen in colour and take on a velvet-like texture.
Tess carries very little fragrance to let her form and colouring flourish. Though breathe her in deeply and you may detect slight notes of red apple and rosewater.
Tess is not one to follow the crowd. She is a protagonist through and through, and a red rose unlike any other. There is a maturity to Tess and a wisdom, like that of a 25-year old malt whisky, served over ice, in fine cut crystal, enjoyed in the company of a modern-day journal.
