Kalan

It opens with blood orange, spices and black pepper, a bright, fruity freshness held in check by the pepper's bite. In the heart, lavender and orange blossom absolute soften the picture. The base turns sweeter with amber, roasted tonka bean and sandalwood, settling onto a woody floor.

Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for evenings, nights out and leisure time. In character votes the masculine side leads, though the perfume is classed as unisex. Zimaya Red Carpet Paragon and Arabian Oud Amiri have a close profile.