Musc Noir

It reads as a single piece rather than a progression: jasmine and iris give a floral, lightly green freshness, musk carries it into a soft, creamy texture, and cedarwood leaves a dry woody line underneath. There is a synthetic sheen too; the scent is neither heavy nor sweet, but clean and powdery.

Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. It reads somewhat more feminine, though a fair share of voters see it as masculine. Yohji Yamamoto Mode Zero and L'Artisan Parfumeur Mon Numéro 8 have a close profile.