Suits

In everyday terms

Herbal violet leaf and peppered rose over patchouli and vanilla.

Violet Leaf

Green, crisp and slightly cucumber-like

Coriander

Dry, slightly citrusy spice seed

Bergamot

Bright, fresh citrus, like the zest of a lime with a soft floral edge

Rose

Fresh red roses, like a wedding hall bouquet

Black Pepper

Freshly ground pepper, like the kick in a pot of pepper soup

Lily of the Valley

Fresh, dewy and green little white flowers

Patchouli

Earthy and dark, like damp soil in a forest

Bourbon Vanilla

Rich, creamy vanilla, like vanilla ice cream

Amber

Warm, sweet and resinous, like soft incense glowing in a room

How it wears

In Nigerian heat, most perfumes project more but fade faster. Spray some on your clothes to make it last longer.