Geranium essential oil adds a floral twang, as birch and amber in its base deliver a resinous aftertaste.

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Nuit de Feu (Fiery Night), follows suit, conjuring up the scent of incense rising from the dunes and a crackling camp fire under a starlit Middle Eastern sky.

The lingering depth of oud reveals itself in the base of precious wood, paired with cistus labdanum and the earthy tones of patchouli. The scent itself varies considerably depending on the wood used, where the tree was grown and whether the tree itself was cultivated or naturally infected.

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Fusing French heritage and tradition with a touch of modernity, it has been composed using the finest raw materials with a 25 per cent concentration to give it staying power and has a feel of luxury and prestige. The sweetness is derived from a gentle oriental spice mix - soft sweet peppers and whiffs of a soft saffron.The rich, balsamic character of this fragrance makes it perfect for both men and women, particularly in fall. Eventually these darker notes give way to sweeter neroli and some bigarade for counter-balance, all of which replaces the grape leaf opening of Versace Man. Don't forget to check out the full range of fashion by Versace, including Versace Jeans Couture and Versace Essentials.