The Perfume Library

Tom Ford · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford White Suede Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets suede, rose and thyme against the spicy warmth of saffron and frankincense. Suede and musk lay a soft, slightly powdery base close to the skin, while rose and lily of the valley add a floral freshness. Thyme and saffron bring a crisp, spicy edge, and tea lightens the air. Sandalwood, amber and frankincense tie it together in a sweet, creamy and faintly smoky woodiness. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and place it in daily wear, leisure and business settings. Most voters read it as feminine, though the unisex profile suits men as well. Halston Halston Woman Amber and Prada L'Homme Intense have a close profile.

Vanille Fatale

Tom Ford · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Tom Ford Vanille Fatale is a sweet, gourmand and woody unisex scent that leans towards evenings, nights out and the cooler months. Vanilla resinoid, roasted barley and coffee absolute build a sweet, creamy gourmand base. Mahogany wood adds woody depth, safraleine a spicy edge, and frangipani carries the floral side. There is a powdery, slightly smoky air around it. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, while summer gets few votes. Evening and night out lead the occasions, with daily and office wear further back. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it reads as unisex. Perfumes with a close profile include House of Matriarch Vanilla Caviar and Kenzo Kenzo Amour.

Coach for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Coach · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Coach for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent led by green Nashi pear, kumquat and bergamot, suited to everyday wear and the warmer months of spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall next. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings, and it reads mostly masculine and modern. It opens with green Nashi pear, kumquat and bergamot, fresh and fruity. In the heart, geranium, coriander and cardamom add a light spiciness. As it dries, ambergris, Haitian vetiver and suede give it a soft, woody base, while aquatic and sweet touches run throughout. Tommy Hilfiger Tommy New York and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Bleue have a close profile.

Decadence

7.4

Marc Jacobs · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Marc Jacobs Decadence is a discontinued women's fragrance led by Italian plum, saffron and iris, with a floral, fruity and sweet character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen more for evenings and nights out. Most see it as clearly feminine. It opens with plum and saffron giving a fruity, lightly spiced sweetness, while iris adds a powdery softness. In the heart, orris root, jasmine sambac and Bulgarian rose deepen the floral side. The base of vetiver, papyrus and liquidambar settles into a woody, slightly oriental ground.

Colonia Oud / Colonia Intensa Oud (Eau de Cologne Concentrée)

7.8

Acqua di Parma · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud / Colonia Intensa Oud is a men's scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings, opening with citrus and settling into a woody, smoky base; it has been discontinued. Italian orange and Calabrian bergamot give a fresh, citrusy opening. In the heart, Haitian amyris, Russian coriander and oud bring a spicy, resinous, earthy character. The base of Indonesian patchouli, musk, Atlas cedar and sandalwood dries down woody, slightly leathery and smoky. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and night out leading the occasions, though leisure and daily wear also find a place. Most see it as masculine and classic. Its profile is close to Acqua di Parma Oud (Eau de Parfum) and Emir Resurrection.

Cardinal

Heeley · 2006

Fresh · Spicy · Woody

Heeley Cardinal is a unisex scent that suits autumn and winter best, opening fresh before turning resinous, smoky and woody. Pink pepper and linen give a clean, lightly spiced start. In the heart, frankincense and labdanum add resinous warmth, while patchouli, ambergris and vetiver build an earthy, smoky base. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring wears it well too. It is chosen most for evenings, leisure time and nights out. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It leans masculine but sits comfortably on anyone. Heeley Eau Sacrée and Matthew Williamson Incense have a close profile.

Hypnôse (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Lancôme · 2005

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Lancôme Hypnôse Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet scent with fruity, gourmand and powdery sides, and a clearly feminine character. Passion flower opens it, and jasmine and gardenia build a floral heart. As it dries down, vanilla sweetens it while vetiver gives a woody, slightly spicy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen most for evening and nights out, though daytime and office wear get votes too. Most voters find it feminine. Gucci Rush and Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto have a close profile.

Concentré d'Orange Verte

Hermès · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Hermès Concentré d'Orange Verte is a fresh, green unisex scent led by orange and basil, leaning towards casual daytime wear and warmer weather. Orange gives a bright, citrusy lift, while basil adds a green, lightly spicy edge. Cedar and patchouli lay a woody base, and amber softens it slightly. The overall impression is fruity and crisp. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither lingers for long nor disappears quickly. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it suits leisure, daily use and the office. Votes split fairly evenly between masculine and feminine, so it moves easily between the two. Fragonard Bel Oranger and Olfactive Studio Flash Back have a close profile.

Fleur Narcotique (Eau de Parfum)

Ex Nihilo · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique Eau de Parfum is a sweet, floral unisex scent that moves from the fresh, fruity opening of peach, lychee and bergamot into a heart of peony, orange blossom and jasmine. Most voters pick spring and summer; daily wear and leisure lead, and it also works at the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Half of voters find it feminine, and many call it modern. Peach, lychee and bergamot come first, fresh, fruity and citrusy. Peony, orange blossom and jasmine then bring the floral side forward and the scent turns sweeter. Woody notes, musk and moss lay a soft base underneath. MAD Parfumeur Narcotic and Bibliothèque de Parfum P.S. have a close profile.

Exquisite Leather

8.1

David Beckham · 2024

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

David Beckham Exquisite Leather is a sweet, spicy leather scent for men that suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters find it masculine, and some call it modern. It opens with cardamom, raspberry, apple and pink pepper, so sweet fruit meets a spicy edge. In the heart, leather, bourbon whiskey, juniper and orris root give a smoky, leathery body. The base of musk, sandalwood and cedarwood adds woody warmth. Roos & Roos Purple Leather and M. Micallef Notorious XO have a close profile.

Escentric 02

Escentric Molecules · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Escentric Molecules Escentric 02 is a fresh, citrus-and-green unisex scent with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Votes are split between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. It opens with juniper berry, bergamot, mandarin orange and lime for a bright citrus start. The heart brings freesia, pink pepper, ginger and orris root, a floral and lightly spicy turn. In the base, vetiver, tonka bean and ambroxan settle it onto a soft, woody footing.

Bleu de Chanel L'Exclusif

Chanel · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Series 3: Incense - Kyoto

Comme des Garçons · 2002

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Comme des Garçons Series 3: Incense - Kyoto is a smoky, resinous unisex scent built around frankincense, vetiver and patchouli. The notes read as one piece: frankincense resin, the earthy side of vetiver and patchouli, and the dry woody air of cypress and Virginia cedar. Coffee and amber soften that edge, and the accords carry a fresh, green touch as well. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, with winter and spring close behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works in the evening too. Most voters find it masculine. Marc Gebauer Berserker and Jovoy La Liturgie des Heures have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Rose d'Arabie

Giorgio Armani · 2010

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Armani Privé - Rose d'Arabie is a spicy, sweet rose scent that suits autumn and winter evenings, and it is described as unisex. It opens with saffron. In the heart, damask rose, patchouli and dark woods come together, with the rose resting on an earthy, smoky ground. Amber in the base sweetens everything and adds a resinous, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and favour evenings and nights out. More voters read it as feminine, though a sizeable share call it masculine. Armani Privé Rose d'Arabie L'Or du Désert and Profumum Roma Patchouly have a close profile.

Boudoir (Eau de Parfum)

Vivienne Westwood · 1998

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Vivienne Westwood Boudoir Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet and spicy scent suited to autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued and is classed as a women's perfume. It opens with orange blossom, hyacinth and bergamot lifted by aldehydes; in the heart rose, jasmine, narcissus and orris root build a floral, powdery core, with carnation and cardamom adding spice. In the base vanilla and sandalwood give a sweet, woody warmth, while cinnamon and patchouli deepen the oriental side. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening or a night out; most see it as feminine and classic. Guerlain Samsara (Eau de Parfum) and Emanuel Ungaro Diva (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Dubai - Rimal (Eau de Parfum)

8.7

The Spirit of Dubai · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Rimal Eau de Parfum is a spicy, sweet and resinous unisex scent led by cinnamon, saffron and vanilla, best suited to evenings and cooler weather. Its strength and longevity are rated very high, and the sillage is strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, while summer plays a small part. It is mostly recommended for evenings and nights out. Though unisex, more voters read it as masculine. The top opens with cinnamon, saffron and nutmeg for spice, softened by vanilla and fruity notes. In the heart, rose, ylang-ylang and frankincense add a floral, resinous layer. The base leans on oud, amber and leather, with caramel rounding it off. Moresque Scirocco and Nabeel Maghateer have a close profile.

APOM

7.6

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Maison Francis Kurkdjian APOM is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, floral character against a sweet, powdery and creamy softness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters pick spring and summer, with fall next. It sits closest to daily, leisure and business wear, while evening and night out come second. Most voters call it feminine, though it reads as a unisex fragrance. Ylang-ylang, orange blossom absolute and true lavender absolute give it a fresh, floral front. Vanilla sweetens it, labdanum and cedarwood add a warm woody touch, and white musk leaves a powdery, creamy base.

Aqva pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Bvlgari · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Bvlgari Aqva pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy, aquatic men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, and towards work and leisure hours. Its longevity and sillage are moderate; most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business, while winter and nights out get far fewer votes. It mostly reads as masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. It opens with petitgrain and mandarin orange for a bright citrus lift. In the heart, Neptune grass and santolina add a green, aquatic feel, and the base of mineral amber and clary sage settles it onto a woody, lightly spicy footing. The overall impression is clean, cool and a little synthetic. Bvlgari Aqva pour Homme Marine and Acqua di Giò Profondo have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Bleu Turquoise

Giorgio Armani · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Bleu Turquoise is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, aquatic feel with floral, spicy and faintly smoky touches. It opens with salty notes, frankincense and black pepper, and the heart gathers Jasminum auriculatum absolute, cypriol and ylang-ylang. In the base, vanilla, moss and sandalwood sweeten the scent and settle it onto a creamy, woody ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear while also fitting nights out and the office. Voters split between masculine and feminine. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Him! and Le Couvent Aqua Mahana have a close profile.

Cipresso di Toscana

Acqua di Parma · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Acqua di Parma Cipresso di Toscana is a unisex fragrance built on cypress, pine needle and balsam fir, a green, resinous forest feel brightened by orange and lavender; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, and almost none choose winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and sits comfortably at the office too. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and it reads mostly masculine, followed by classic. It opens with star anise, orange and elemi resin, fresh and lightly spicy. In the heart, Provençal lavender, clary sage and petitgrain add a clean, herbal lift. The base of pine needle, cypress and balsam fir dries down woody and resinous. Hima Jomo Winter in Manaslu and Molton Brown Bushukan (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

1872 for Men

8.2

Clive Christian · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clive Christian 1872 for Men is a green, woody fougère that opens on bergamot, grapefruit and lavender; it is made for men and leans towards spring and summer days. The top is led by bergamot, grapefruit, lavender and rosemary, with nutmeg and pepper adding spice and peach and pineapple a soft fruity touch. In the heart, jasmine and clary sage bring a floral, green transition. The base settles on cedar, patchouli and amber, giving the scent a warm, woody footing. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Its profile is close to Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Lancôme Trophée.

Aventus for Her

7.0

Creed · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Creed Aventus for Her is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that pairs green apple and citrus with a floral, fruity heart. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Voters mostly call its character feminine, with some finding it modern. It opens on green apple, lemon, bergamot and pink pepper. The heart of rose, ylang-ylang, pineapple and peach adds a fruity sweetness. It settles on a woody base of patchouli, cedarwood, sandalwood, musk and ambergris. Armaf Le Parfait pour Homme and The Nose Behind Suits have a close profile.

Oud for Happiness