IMPERIUM

The coriander gives it a subtle kick that keeps the citrus from feeling flat, and the woody dry-down lasts most of my workday. It's got that confident edge I was hoping for without being overpowering.

The bergamot hits bright and clean right away, but that woody base keeps it from feeling like every other citrus scent out there. Wore it to work and caught myself sniffing my wrist hours later — the floral middle note really ties it together.

The coriander adds this unexpected spiciness that keeps the citrus from feeling flat, and the woody base really anchors it for hours. I've worn it through a full workday and still caught soft whiffs on my scarf by evening, which is exactly what I wanted from a 100ml bottle.