Varens d'Orient Rubis

It opens with styrax, mandarin orange and bergamot in a bright fruity flash, softened by pear. In the heart, orange blossom, tuberose and jasmine sambac come forward, while labdanum and oud add a dark, resinous depth. Patchouli, musk and sandalwood dry it down to a warm, woody base.

Longevity is rated good, while sillage stays moderate, so the scent sits close rather than filling a room. It is positioned as a women's perfume. Widian Liwa and The Woods Collection Dusk have a close profile.