The Perfume Library

Calvin Klein · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein Eternity for Men Aqua Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's scent that leans towards spring and summer and relaxed, everyday wear. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, sport, daily wear and business are the occasions named most. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords lead. The top brings citrus fruits, lotus, green notes and cucumber for coolness. Cedar, pepper, lavender and plum sit in the heart, and gaiac wood, sandalwood, patchouli and musk give a woody base. Linari Vista Sul Mare and Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Brave

La Rive

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

La Rive Brave is a fresh, lightly sweet men's fragrance led by citrus and marine notes. Brave lasts moderately long and projects moderately. Most voters pick spring and summer; daily wear, leisure and sport lead, with office use not far behind. It reads masculine and modern. It opens with mandarin orange, grapefruit and marine notes, giving an aquatic, fruity freshness. In the heart, laurel and jasmine soften it. The base of oakmoss, ambergris, gaiac wood and patchouli settles into a woody, slightly spicy footing. Rabanne Invictus (Eau de Toilette) and Sober Mercury No̱ 80 have a close profile.

Chez Bond

Bond No. 9 · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Bond No. 9 Chez Bond is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with aquatic and green touches that read clean and lightly woody. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and they pick it mainly for daily wear, leisure and the office. Most call it masculine, though some find it classic or modern. Citrus notes brighten the opening, then green notes, herbal tea and violet leaf keep the heart cool. In the base, cedarwood, vetiver and sandalwood settle into a woody, slightly spicy ground. Bon Parfumeur 601 Vétiver Cèdre Bergamote and Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Aqua Palma

Montale · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Montale Aqua Palma is a fresh, floral and aquatic scent built around citrus notes, peach and tuberose, and it suits spring and summer days. Citrus notes and peach give it a fruity brightness, while tuberose and iris add a floral layer. Sandalwood, tonka bean and ambergris soften the whole into a sweet, creamy, lightly woody base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though it also works at the office. Sold as a men's perfume, it splits votes almost evenly between masculine and feminine, so it reads close to unisex. Jean Poivre Seven Days In Spring and Joop! Joop! Thrill Woman have a close profile.

French Tobacco

9.0

Ibraheem Al.Qurashi

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ibraheem Al.Qurashi French Tobacco is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of mandarin orange, blood orange and green apple against the spicy warmth of French tobacco, ginger and cinnamon. It opens fresh and lively, with citrus and green apple in front. In the heart, orange blossom, French tobacco, ginger and cinnamon add a sweet, spicy side, while iris, lemon grass, gaiac wood and frankincense settle the scent onto a green, woody base. Aquatic and floral touches soften the spice. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, the office and leisure. It reads more masculine, though it is unisex.

Light Blue pour Homme Sun

Dolce & Gabbana · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme Sun is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent that leans towards summer days and relaxed everyday wear. The top holds ozonic notes, Italian bergamot, grapefruit and ginger, giving a bright, cool start. In the heart, rosemary, cedarwood, coconut water and cypress pull the freshness in a woody direction. The base of vetiver, vanilla, white musk and oakmoss softens it and adds a light sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring, and daily wear, leisure and sport are the leading occasions. It mostly reads as masculine and modern. Montblanc Legend Spirit and Chanel Allure Homme Sport (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo Eau de Toilette is a fresh fragrance for men that pairs Calabrian bergamot, citrus fruits and violet leaf with a woody base of cedar and vetiver; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Most see it as masculine and modern. The scent is dominated by a bright citrus and green side: bergamot and citrus fruits give a sparkling freshness, while violet leaf adds a floral, green touch. Cedar and vetiver bring a dry, woody depth, with aquatic and spicy shades in the background. Bond No. 9 Chez Bond and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Sport have a close profile.

Obsession Night

Calvin Klein · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Calvin Klein Obsession Night is a feminine scent that joins a fresh citrus and white-blossom opening to a sweet, woody vanilla base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Spring, fall and summer are voted close together, with winter well behind. Most voters place it in daily, leisure and business wear, while evening and night out trail. More voters call it feminine than anything else. The top notes of bergamot, mandarin orange, bitter orange and angelica give it a bright start. Jasmine, gardenia and rose form a floral heart. In the base, sandalwood, amber, vanilla and tonka bean sweeten it and settle it into a powdery, lightly spicy, woody softness.

Gucci by Gucci Sport pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

Gucci · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Gucci by Gucci Sport pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that has been discontinued; it suits warm spring and summer days, sport and everyday wear. It opens with mandarin orange, grapefruit and cypress for a bright start. In the heart, fig, cardamom and juniper berry add a green, spicy touch alongside an aquatic, slightly synthetic feel. Patchouli, ambrette and vetiver settle into a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, mainly for leisure, daily wear and sport. Most describe it as masculine and modern. Ed Hardy Love & Luck for Men and Nicolaï Eau de Yuzu have a close profile.

The Essence (Eau de Toilette)

6.0

Porsche Design · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Porsche Design The Essence Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance, with citrus, green and fruity tones balanced by spice and wood. Blueberry, juniper and Arctical™ lead the top. In the heart, coriander, pine and black pepper add a spicy, green edge. Balsam, patchouli and frankincense form a woody base, and the overall impression is crisp with a slightly synthetic feel. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and business settings rather than evenings out. Most voters find it masculine. Davidoff Silver Shadow Altitude (Eau de Toilette) and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Verdigris

Kinetic Perfumes · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Kinetic Perfumes Verdigris is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with orange, lime and bergamot in a bright citrus layer, softened a little by jasmine. In the heart, calone brings an aquatic coolness, nutmeg and coriander add spice, and rose and violet lend a floral touch. The base rests on a green, woody ground of oakmoss, patchouli and cedar, smoothed by musk and ambergris. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, while some call it modern. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Iceberg Iceberg Homme (1990) (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Y (Eau Fraîche)

5.5

Yves Saint Laurent · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Yves Saint Laurent Y is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and sport, with some business use too. It reads masculine and modern. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords dominate, with a fruity, sweet touch and the woody side kept in the background. The top carries cedarwood and frankincense, while ginger, pepper and lemon sit in the heart. Lavender, geranium, peppermint and juniper berry in the base keep it cool. Afnan Perfumes 9am Dive and Dolce & Gabbana K (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Archetipo

8.0

Mendittorosa · 2017

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Mendittorosa Archetipo is a fresh yet smoky, resinous woody scent that leans towards fall and spring days. It opens with fir balsam, frankincense and pink pepper, with bushman's candle at the heart. The base of black amber, labdanum, patchouli, cashmere wood, Java vetiver and oakmoss sets an earthy, green and spicy floor. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, then spring, and it is chosen most for leisure and evening. It is unisex, though most voters read it as masculine. eSENSielle In the Woods and Heeley Cardinal have a close profile.

11 Harmatan Noir

Pierre Guillaume · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pierre Guillaume 11 Harmatan Noir is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent built around mint tea, cedar and jasmine; it has been discontinued. It opens with mint tea, and the heart brings cedar, jasmine and salt. The base holds blossoms, woods and spices. Fresh and citrus accords dominate, with floral, aquatic and green sides rounding it out while the spicy and woody notes stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as genuinely in between. Hermès Voyage d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) and Zarkoperfume Inception have a close profile.

Amber Bloom

Electimuss · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Electimuss Amber Bloom is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, fruity accord, and it suits summer and spring days. Mandarin orange zest, lemon and bergamot zest give a bright opening. In the heart, lily of the valley, passion fruit and raspberry add a floral, fruity sweetness, while salty notes bring an aquatic freshness. In the base, tonka bean, ambergris and musk soften that freshness and close on a warm sweetness. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick summer, then spring; leisure and daily wear lead, and it also works at the office. Its character reads modern, neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Joop! Nightflight (Eau de Toilette) and Aaron Terence Hughes Haze (2021) (black) have a close profile.

Parole d'eau

Serge Lutens · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Almost Transparent Blue

What We Do Is Secret · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

What We Do Is Secret Almost Transparent Blue is a men's fragrance that pairs the fresh citrus of lime and yuzu with aldehydes and thyme blossom over a woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions. Most call it masculine, with some finding it modern. It opens with a bright, fresh citrus from lime and yuzu. In the heart, aldehydes and thyme blossom push it towards a green, lightly spicy and aquatic line. The base settles on hinoki cypress, cedarwood and musk, giving a clean woody floor. A fruity, synthetic edge runs through it. Serge Lutens Laine de Verre and Biotherm Aquafitness (2013) have a close profile.

Arizona Bloom

Floral Street · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Floral Street Arizona Bloom is a fresh, floral scent with a light aquatic touch, sweet and creamy, and it sits close to everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring; daily and leisure wear lead, with the office following. It is mostly seen as feminine and modern. As a whole, jasmine and fig leaf carry the freshness. Balinese coconut pulls the scent towards sweet and creamy, cashmere wood and oakmoss lay a woody base, and musk and Madagascan pepper stay in the background. Maison Margiela Bubble Bath and Kaviar Gauche Kaviar Gauche have a close profile.

Jaguar for Men Ultimate Power

Jaguar · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jaguar for Men Ultimate Power is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with mint, lemon and bergamot, and moves into apple, ginger and green leaves. Aquatic and green accords lead, softened by a fruity, sweet side. It settles onto a woody base of patchouli, moss and white woods. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Most voters read it as masculine. Guy Laroche Drakkar Bleu and Sora Dora Gladiator (Extrait de Parfum) have a close profile.

Cap d'Antibes

Eight & Bob · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eight & Bob Cap d'Antibes is a fresh, aquatic and green men's fragrance, softened by sweet and spicy touches. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. It reads masculine, though many also call it modern. It opens cool with mint, birch and violet leaf. The heart of moss, cinnamon and cardamom builds a spicy, green middle. In the base, vanilla adds sweetness, cedar brings woodiness and frankincense adds a quiet depth.

Wunderwind / No 9

Lengling · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Lengling Wunderwind / No 9 is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer, an easy pick for leisure and everyday wear. Lemon, sea breeze and ozonic notes give it a bright, airy feel, while pine needle absolute, rosemary and thyme absolute add a green, spicy edge. Watermelon and honey tilt it towards fruity and sweet, and frankincense and musk leave a woody base underneath. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with winter a small minority. Votes for a feminine and a masculine character split evenly. Liquides Imaginaires Sirenis and Brecourt Eau Libre (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

JF (Eau de Toilette)