Daringly Different

Violet opens the scent, and lily and iris carry the floral heart with a soft, powdery feel. The base is led by Turkish rose, leathery notes, tonka bean and oud, which add a spicy, woody depth to the sweetness.

Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure and the office. It is classed as a women's perfume, and most voters find it feminine. Guerlain L'Heure Bleue and Tom Ford Violet Blonde share a close profile.