Shatha al Oudh

It opens with amber, earthy notes, spices and rose together. Woody and floral notes sit in the heart, and balsamic notes, musk and amber settle at the base. The accords add resinous, animal and oriental tones, so the overall impression is warm, dense and smoky.

Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, so a light hand works best. Most voters pick it for evenings, leisure and nights out. Ajmal Mukhallat Al Shams and Kajal Alujain have a close profile.