The note of Rose Bud offers a whisper of what is to come, a nascent floralcy that is crisp, dewy, and exquisitely fresh, rather than the opulent, jammy, or powdery richness of a fully bloomed rose. It opens with a sparkling, almost metallic greenness, reminiscent of freshly cut stems and morning dew clinging to unopened petals. There's a delicate, subtly sweet, and slightly tart character, often with a hint of clean, watery transparency that prevents it from becoming heavy. Its texture is smooth yet lively, lacking the velvety plushness of a mature bloom, instead suggesting a taut, almost waxy skin. It tends to behave as a luminous top-to-heart note, providing an initial burst of verdant floralcy that gradually softens, offering moderate projection and a clean, uplifting longevity before gracefully fading or blending into richer heart notes. It can possess a faint, ethereal spice or a fleeting, clean fruitiness (like pear skin) that underscores its youthful essence.