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The top is bright with mandarin orange and bergamot, then cinnamon and ginger bring spice to the heart, softened by violet and white blossoms. The base of frankincense, patchouli, vanilla, amber and white musk settles into a sweet, powdery, slightly smoky warmth, with earthy and woody tones keeping the sweetness in check.

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it suits daily and leisure wear best, with business and evening close behind. Most voters read it as feminine.