Slow Dance

It opens on opoponax alone. In the heart, labdanum, geranium and violet come together, and the floral side rests on a resinous, spicy base. As it dries, patchouli and vanilla take over, turning the scent sweeter, creamier and woody. The fruity touch stays in the background.

Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and summer is rarely chosen. Evening, night out and leisure are the most common occasions. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Armani Privé Cuir Améthyste and Boucheron Fève Tonka de Canaima have a close profile.