Royal Llama

Royal Llama is the house's most seductive parfum, a sweet, spicy and slightly smoky blend that its wearers describe as unlike anything else. The brand writes of a sense of romance, and the scent leans into warmth and comfort. It opens on saffron, which gives a soft, almost leather-like start, with a thread of incense smoke and bergamot. The heart is nectareous and gently spiced: osmanthus brings an apricot-like creaminess, with nutmeg and rose behind it. Then the toffee arrives. Wearers call it the backbone of the scent from start to finish, a buttery, dulce-de-leche sweetness that musk and oud pull back from cloying. One reviewer found leather in the opening, another a mischievous blend of suede and toffee. Staying power is moderate to long in most reports, from several hours to ten or twelve, and the sillage votes centre on moderate. It is an autumn and winter scent, worn mostly in the evening, and a clear favourite of those who love gourmand warmth. A critical wearer finds saffron and oud harsh, so it is not a scent for everyone. The house lists the 50 ml at 305 pounds and the 100 ml at 425 pounds, and many raters call that steep. It suits anyone after a rich, creamy, distinguished evening parfum and willing to pay for it.