24 Carat Pure Gold

The opening is strong and spiced, with saffron and cinnamon lifted over a dark seam of agarwood. After a couple of hours it relaxes, as rose and sandalwood come through, sweeter and rounder. The base is the longest chapter, with incense, amber and leather laid over musk and a soft note of vanilla, so the drydown feels resinous, leathery and close.

Its character is traditional and confident, the kind of scent that suits dressing up. Keep it for evenings, celebrations and dinners where a rich, layered fragrance feels right. The packaging matches the mood: a dice-shaped box and a golden bottle that look handsome on a dressing table. Two or three sprays on the neck and wrists are plenty.