Velvet Desire

Longevity and sillage are both rated as good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings should be read with caution. Voters split almost evenly across the seasons: summer and spring lead, with autumn and winter close behind. It is chosen most for evenings and nights out, with some leisure wear as well.

It opens with amaryllis, frangipani and white gardenia; the heart of Indian tuberose, orange blossom, champaca concrete and jasmine builds a dense floral core. In the base, Peru balsam, amber, Siam benzoin and vanilla sweeten it and carry it into a creamy warmth, with a spicy touch running through.