Iris Fauve

At first, iris sits beside cinnamon and bergamot, its powdery floral side sweetened by spice. In the heart, cypriol, patchouli and Haitian vetiver lay down a woody, earthy base. The dry-down of myrrh, cistus and musk leaves a creamy, resinous softness.

Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Feminine gets slightly more votes than masculine, but masculine is strong too, so it sits comfortably on either side. Atelier des Ors Musc Immortel and Lubin Galaor have a close profile.