Top Notes

Brilliantly described as "the red lipstick of perfumes" Fracas was created for bold and confident women. Oft chosen as a signature scent, the powerful tuberose aroma leaves a definite impression long after the bearer has made her exit. For those seeking a more subtle application during these hot summer months, I suggest the Fracas Solid Parfum. Slightly less dense than the alcohol-based version and spread across pulse points rather than sprayed, the bouquet of the unguent clings to your aura rather than your surroundings. Presented in a lustrous silver case on a bed of pink satin it makes the perfect gift. ($65)