Balenciaga L'Essence

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and business are the most voted occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. It has been discontinued.

The top opens fresh with violet leaf and green notes. In the heart, resins, vetiver and violet give it a floral, woody balance. As it dries, moss, leather and woods set it on a leathery, powdery base. Chanel Bel Respiro (Eau de Parfum) and Guerlain Chamade Homme have a close profile.