My Story Qissati Vol 2

In everyday terms

Bergamot and grapefruit over pepper and cumin with cedar and patchouli.

Bergamot

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

Grapefruit

Bitter-sweet, juicy citrus

Oregano

Dry, herbal, like the herbs in pizza

Saffron

Warm and honey-like, a bit like the inside of a brand-new leather bag

Pepper

Freshly ground pepper, like the kick in pepper soup

Cumin

Warm and savoury, like suya spice (yaji)

Rose

Fresh red roses, like a wedding hall bouquet

Cedar

Freshly planed wood at a carpenter's workshop

Patchouli

Earthy and dark, like damp soil in a forest

Sandalwood

Creamy, smooth wood, like sandalwood soap

Leather

Rich and smoky, like new leather shoes from Aba

How it wears

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