Eau des Merveilles (Eau de Toilette)

It wears at a moderate strength: longevity is rated good, while sillage stays restrained. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter chosen less often. Daily wear, leisure and the office come first, and evening trails behind. Most people read it as feminine.

The citrus of bitter orange is softened by sweet benzoin, while elemi resin and woody notes dry it out. Ambergris adds warmth underneath. The accords pair citrus and fresh facets with floral and fruity touches and a little spice. Pierre de Velay No. 9 and Tom Ford Rive d'Ambre have a close profile.