Waves

Jasmine, iris, violet and orange blossom form a floral base, while cinnamon and pepper add a spicy warmth. Sandalwood and opoponax push the scent towards woody, resinous ground, and ambergris deepens the animal, oriental side. Bergamot and lavender lighten the richness a little.

Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening or a night out. More voters call it feminine than masculine, but a fair share see it as masculine, so it sits comfortably on either. Roja Parfums Amber Aoud and Xerjoff Alexandria II have a close profile.