Stance

The top is apple, cardamom, pepper, nutmeg and mandarin orange, so it starts fruity and fresh with spice close behind. Cashmere wood, vetiver and patchouli build a woody frame in the heart. The base of musk, amber, vanilla and moss sweetens it into a gourmand, oriental feel, with a slightly synthetic edge.

Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter and summer not far behind. It is chosen most for leisure, daily wear and the office. Half of voters find it masculine, and a good share call it modern. Nikos Sculpture Homme God's Night and Gisada Ambassador for Men have a close profile.