Le Falcon

The top is bright then warm: mandarin lifted by pink pepper, with saffron and cardamom close behind. In the heart, cinnamon and nutmeg gather around amber, giving the scent a glowing, rounded centre. The drydown is the richest part, tobacco and leather softened by sandalwood and vanilla, so the finish feels smooth rather than rough.

With its tobacco and leather base, this is a scent with gravity, best suited to evenings, dinners and occasions when you want to feel dressed up. The vanilla keeps it approachable, and the mandarin stops it from feeling heavy at the start. A couple of sprays are enough for a night out.