2 - The Black Suit Eau de Performance

Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn, with winter and spring following. It is placed most often in the evening and on nights out, then in leisure wear. Many call it masculine, with some seeing it as modern and others as classic.

It opens with sage, lavender and bergamot, which read clean and citrusy. In the heart, nutmeg, cardamom, coumarin and black pepper bring the spice. In the base, vanilla and musk sweeten it into a creamy softness, while woody notes and Haitian vetiver give it a dry frame.