Frederic Malle Carnal Flower Eau de Parfum, 50ml at John Lewis & Partners

If nature offers olfactive clashes, tuberose is probably the best example of these. An initial impression of innocence and flower-shop freshness disperses to reveal a more lustful tuberose: these dark and spicy notes are enhanced by white musk, to draw out tuberose’s aura of lingering sensuality.

This mysterious equilibrium has always fascinated perfumers. Created by Dominique Ropion having worked on the fragrance for 18 months, this scent is a modern interpretation of the forbidden flower.

Key notes: water fruits (melon), vegetal notes; tuberose and musk.