Voleur de Roses

Bergamot, plum and geranium open with a fresh, slightly tart fruitiness. In the heart, damask rose and Indian patchouli take over, giving the rose an earthy, spicy edge. The base of benzoin, amber, sandalwood and musk sweetens it and settles into a warm, woody, oriental finish.

Most voters pick fall, followed by winter, and evening and night-time wear suit it, though it also finds a place in leisure and daily use. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. More voters read it as feminine, although a fair share call it masculine. Al Haramain Hajar and El Nabil Oud Warda have a close profile.