Maharanih

Citrus leads at the start: lemon, bitter orange zest and orange give it a sharp, fruity opening. In the heart, carnation, cinnamon and rose bring the floral and spicy sides forward. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, ambergris and civet settles into something woody, oriental and slightly animalic.

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is favored for evenings and nights out. It reads mostly feminine, though some voters also call it classic or masculine.