Velvet Gardenia

It opens with jasmine, orange and lily of the valley, then moves to a heart of rose, plum, gardenia and tuberose. The base of beeswax, honey, labdanum and frankincense pulls it towards sweet, resinous and slightly smoky ground. Green, fruity and powdery touches sit alongside the main floral accord.

Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter not far behind, and it leans towards evening, leisure and night-out wear. The largest share of votes calls it feminine, though a fair number see it as masculine. Coty Sand & Sable (Cologne) and Sospiro Anniversary have a close profile.