Silk Route

The opening is spicy, with ginger, clove and star anise, lightened by bergamot. In the heart, tuberose and narcissus absolutes build a floral body, while immortelle and French lavender add a dry, herbal edge. The base turns sweeter with benzoin, vanilla and tonka bean, and frankincense, oakmoss and leather give it a resinous, woody depth.

Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, then spring, with summer far behind. It suits nights out and evenings best, and also works for leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is unisex. Its profile is close to Roja Parfums Amber and Marc Jacobs Amber.