Bespoke Parfum Collection - Cuir Imperial

The top notes are bergamot, cardamom, pink pepper and cognac, so it opens spicy with a touch of freshness. In the heart, suede, leather, saffron and iris come forward, with rose absolute and freesia adding a soft floral edge. The base of frankincense, patchouli, cedar and vetiver is woody, earthy and smoky.

Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out are the favoured occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with some voters calling it classic. Its profile is close to L'Artisan Parfumeur Al Oudh and Amouage Tribute.