Rose Tubéreuse

The opening is citrusy and fruity, with guava, bergamot, mandarin orange, clove and rhubarb. The heart builds the floral body from tuberose, Bulgarian rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang. In the base, vanilla, musk, patchouli and tonka bean sweeten it and settle into a warm, woody, resinous finish.

Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring close behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though daytime and office also get votes. It reads mostly feminine and classic. Chanel Coco Noir and Fendi Palazzo have a close profile.