Orto Parisi Bergamask

Orto Parisi Bergamask pushes bright bergamot and lemon against lavender and pale florals, with musk, cedar and tonka giving the citrus a warmer, musky underside.

Profile: Citrus aromatic.

Notes: bergamot, lemon; lavender, orange blossom, lily-of-the-valley; musk, cedar, tonka.

Evolution: bergamot and lemon → lavender, orange blossom and lily-of-the-valley → musk, cedar and tonka bean.

Best for: This appeals to the provocateur who enjoys cleanliness with a feral undertone and citrus that refuses to behave politely. Give it open air, sun-warmed stone, an outdoor festival, or a hot-day walk rather than a prim setting; the musk-and-citrus contrast can feel abrasive to anyone expecting a gentle cologne.

Origin: Italy.

Longevity: 12–24 hours.