Blooming Paris

The first impression is fresh and green, orange giving the green notes a lively glow. The heart blooms into honey suckle, jasmine suckle and tuberose, a rich bouquet of white flowers. In the base, orris root adds a soft, earthy elegance, while vanilla and sandalwood warm the skin and round off the flowers.

Rated at six to eight hours, it suits spring, summer and the middle of autumn. Wear it to garden parties, lunches, weddings and bright weekend mornings. The vanilla and sandalwood give it enough warmth to carry into the evening, so it moves easily from one part of the day to the next.