Bottega Veneta L'Absolu

It reads as a single piece: the floral accord comes forward through jasmine sambac, leather gives it a leathery, lightly spicy frame, and ambroxan adds a synthetic, powdery softness. The result is a dry, warm floral-leather blend rather than a sweet one.

Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though daytime wear isn't ruled out. Half of voters find it feminine, while some see a masculine character. Zimaya Black Symphony and Theodoros Kalotinis Leather Iris have a close profile.