Paradis Perdu

It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and grapefruit in a sharp citrus layer. In the heart, galbanum, basil and vine bring out the green side, while elemi resin adds a faint resinous touch. In the base, vetiver, labdanum and moss pull the scent toward something woody, earthy and slightly smoky.

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter far less favoured. It leans toward leisure, daily wear and the office. On character, masculine edges ahead, with feminine close behind. Tom Ford Italian Cypress and Olfactive Studio Autoportrait have a close profile.