Cedrus Blanc

The start is effervescent: aldehydes give a soapy shimmer, and bergamot adds a sunny, citrus brightness. As that first flash fades, orange takes over the heart, sweeter and rounder, giving the composition a warm glow. The drydown belongs to cedarwood, dry and structured, which absorbs the brightness and leaves a neat, balanced trail on the skin.

Its character is simple and refined, with nothing out of place. Rated at eight to ten hours, it suits spring and summer and works best for everyday wear, office hours and daytime occasions. Think of a pressed shirt, a morning meeting, a long lunch outdoors; it stays composed from breakfast to the commute home.