The Perfume Library

Tabacco & Vanilla

6.8

Angelo Caroli

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Angelo Caroli Tabacco & Vanilla is a unisex fragrance with a sweet, smoky character, its gourmand sweetness balanced by a leathery, woody base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Most pick it for leisure, evening and night-out wear, while office and daytime use trail far behind. It reads as suitable for both men and women. It opens with tobacco, iris and geranium. In the heart, chamomile, lily of the valley, clary sage and pimento add a floral and spicy turn. The base of gaiac wood, white honey, Russian leather and vanilla sweetens it and dries down smoky, leathery and warm. Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille (Eau de Parfum) and Houbigant Tabac Nomade have a close profile.

Liquirizia Nera

8.1

Angelo Caroli · 2014

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Angelo Caroli Liquirizia Nera is a unisex scent with a fresh, sweet, gourmand character, balanced by spicy and woody tones. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good by voters, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It sits on the unisex side, without leaning masculine or feminine. It opens with Amalfi orange, Florentine iris and Haitian vetiver. In the heart, Calabrian liquorice and blackcurrant build the sweet, gourmand side, and gaiac wood leaves a woody base. Zara Gourmand Addict and The Dua Brand Rendezvous have a close profile.

Sette Agrumi

6.3

Angelo Caroli · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Angelo Caroli Sette Agrumi is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that opens on pink grapefruit, blood orange and Calabrian bergamot. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough picture. There are no season or occasion votes, so no particular use stands out, but its fresh, green character suits both men and women. The top is a bright cluster of grapefruit, blood orange and bergamot. In the heart, vetiver, basil and Sicilian mandarin orange add a green freshness. The base, with mapo, chinotto, Sicilian lime and saffron, leans the scent toward a lightly spicy, fruity finish. Hugo Boss Boss in Motion White Edition and Acqua di Parma Colonia Il Profumo have a close profile.

Amore Nero

6.4

Angelo Caroli · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Angelo Caroli Amore Nero is a floral, spicy unisex scent that opens with bergamot and blackcurrant and settles into vanilla, tonka bean and amber. The top notes pair the brightness of bergamot, lemon and orange zest with blackcurrant. In the heart, geranium, rose and carnation build a floral base, while frankincense, ginger and pepper add a spicy, resinous edge. Vetiver gives the base a woody frame, and vanilla, tonka bean and amber carry the scent towards a sweet, powdery, gourmand finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only indicative. The sweet, spicy profile suits cooler weather. As a unisex scent, it reads comfortably on both men and women.

Rosa Nera Oud

5.8

Angelo Caroli

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Angelo Caroli Rosa Nera Oud is a sweet, spicy unisex scent in which cinnamon, blackcurrant and rose sit on a base of oud and amber. It opens with cinnamon, clove, raspberry and blackcurrant, a fruity spice, with rose adding a floral side. In the heart, frankincense, sandalwood and patchouli lay down a woody, smoky ground. The base of oud, musk, amber and benzoin settles into a sweet, oriental warmth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though few have voted. There is no season or occasion information, so it is hard to say more on that; its sweet, spicy build still points to those who like fuller, oriental scents. Amado Arabian Heritage and Rasasi Junoon Velvet for Women share a close profile.

Incenso Indiano

6.5

Angelo Caroli

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Angelo Caroli Incenso Indiano is a unisex scent with a resinous, smoky and sweet character, leaning woody and earthy. It opens with iris, cypress and juniper berry, then moves to patchouli, myrrh and frankincense in the heart. In the base, woody notes, leather, Bourbon vanilla, resins and amber sweeten and soften it. The floral and spicy accords stay in the background. Few people have rated it, so the scores are only a rough guide; even so, its longevity and sillage are judged moderate. It draws a dense, smoky profile that can sit on men and women alike. Profumum Roma Patchouly and Atelier des Ors Larmes du Désert have a close profile.

Ambra Oud

5.7

Angelo Caroli

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Angelo Caroli Ambra Oud is a sweet, spicy woody-oriental fragrance, unisex in character, with a warm and slightly animalic edge. The top notes of bergamot, orange, lavender and geranium open it fresh and bright. In the heart, clove and ginger bring the spice, while davana and artemisia add a green, slightly bitter tone. The base of oud, cashmere wood and patchouli sets an earthy, woody floor, and amber and vanilla sweeten and soften it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. With its spice, oud and amber weight, it is easier to wear in cooler weather. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine. Calypso St. Barth Calypso Ambre and Rituals The Ritual of Oudh have a close profile.

Sandalo Imperiale

5.8

Angelo Caroli

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

Innamorata

6.4

Angelo Caroli · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Angelo Caroli Innamorata is a fresh, floral women's fragrance whose fruity sweetness is softened by a powdery, creamy base. It opens with orange, Sicilian lemon and grapefruit in a bright citrus wave, with petitgrain nudging it slightly green. At the heart, rose, violet and cyclamen form the floral core, while geranium and lavender add a fresh edge. In the base, tonka bean and musk sweeten the scent and leave a creamy warmth. A synthetic sheen runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few votes back this up, so treat it as a rough guide. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. Jeanne Arthes Amore Mio I Love You and Carbaline Agrumi Mediterranei have a close profile.

Viola

6.0

Angelo Caroli · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Angelo Caroli Viola is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that pairs violet and carnation with geranium and rose leaf. It opens with white blossoms and Sicilian lemon, which give a light, citrusy brightness. In the heart, violet leads, carnation adds a spicy touch, and geranium and rose leaf bring a green freshness. The base of vetiver and white musk settles into a powdery, creamy and slightly sweet finish, with a synthetic edge among the accords. Gucci Guilty pour Femme (Eau de Parfum) and Bond No. 9 Fire Island have a close profile.

Tuberosa Nera

5.7

Angelo Caroli · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Angelo Caroli Tuberosa Nera is a fresh, floral women's perfume with a green, citrus side and a touch of sweetness. It opens with citrus fruits and gardenia, then the heart turns floral with violet, lily of the valley and tuberose. Oakmoss and jacaranda wood in the base give it a woody, green footing. Sweet and synthetic tones sit among the accords, so the overall impression is bright, white-floral and slightly sweet. Chloé Chloé L'Eau and Lalique L'Amour (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Magnifico Patchouli

5.2

Angelo Caroli · 2015

Green · Spicy · Woody

Angelo Caroli Magnifico Patchouli is a green, spicy and earthy unisex fragrance built around patchouli, Java vetiver and gaiac wood. It opens with a bright citrus lift from bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin orange. The heart turns herbal and spicy, with rosemary, basil, nutmeg and cinnamon leaf, while carnation and African geranium soften it with a floral touch. The base settles into Java vetiver, gaiac wood, tree moss and patchouli, leaving a woody, earthy finish.

Angelo Caroli

Fresh · Floral · Green