Athena

The opening is herbal and unusual: yerba mate, cypress and thyme, with saffron and fruity notes adding warmth and sweetness. The heart turns to jasmine, iris and rose, soft and powdery. As it dries down, amber, leather and vanilla build a rich base, with musk, vetiver and cedar keeping it smooth and grounded.

Refined and confident, it moves from daily wear to evenings and special occasions with ease. Rated at eight to ten hours, it suits autumn, winter and spring, from the office to formal dinners and celebrations. Two sprays at the neck are enough to carry it through a long day.