This one's a head-turner, but it's not trying too hard. Midnight Couture gets heads nodding from devoted fans for its licorice-heavy, sophisticated spin on the original, though some find it a bit too similar to justify owning both. A solid pick if you like that dark, syrupy, mysterious vibe.

This isn't your average sweet vanilla; it's a dry, sophisticated beast that splits opinions. Expect a love-it-or-hate-it powdery iris and earthy hay opening, settling into a comforting spiced vanilla. Not for the faint of heart, but undeniably unique.