Nam Chaa

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin without crowding the room. Voters split almost evenly between calling it feminine and masculine, which fits its unisex character. It also gets worn in autumn, and less often in winter.

The top notes of bergamot, grapefruit and lemon give a bright citrus opening, with ginger and coriander adding a spicy edge. In the heart, jasmine and champaca carry the floral side while black tea and maté absolute bring the green. In the base, vanilla and tonka bean sweeten it slightly, and cedar and vetiver add a dry, woody footing.