Shem

Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further behind and summer the least chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Though unisex, more voters read it as masculine.

It opens with Turkish rose, cardamom and geranium, so the rose starts out green and spicy. Towards the heart, osmanthus, amber and cypriol add a sweet, oriental warmth. In the base, vetiver, leather and elemi resin settle it onto an earthy, leathery ground. Thameen Rivière and Histoires de Parfums Noir Patchouli have a close profile.