Indian Venus

Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters say it stays on skin for a long time. It is picked most in autumn, with spring and winter close behind. It leans towards evening and night-out wear, though daily and office use also get votes. Half of voters read it as feminine.

It opens on tuberose and orange blossom. In the heart, Atlas cedar, labdanum and sandalwood build a dry, resinous base. Brown sugar, amberwood, musk and smoked wood sweeten the finish, leaving a gourmand, spicy, creamy warmth.