The Perfume Library

Samharam

8.2

Arte Profumi · 2017

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Arte Profumi Samharam is a unisex scent with a dark, resinous character, spicy and woody with a smoky edge. Benzoin, frankincense and myrrh make up the whole composition. It stays dark, oriental and resinous from start to finish; the spicy and smoky accords deepen the woody base without making it harsh, while benzoin softens that dark mood a little. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters call it masculine slightly more often than feminine, though the feminine vote is far from small. Norma Kamali Incense and Kuumba Made Frankincense & Myrrh have a close profile.

Biscuit / Bisquit

7.3

Arte Profumi · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Arte Profumi Biscuit / Bisquit is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built on chocolate and coffee, suited to the evenings of colder months. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is worn mainly for leisure, evenings and nights out. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean slightly feminine, but a sizeable share call it masculine, so it sits comfortably on either. Ganache, cocoa and chocolate set a sweet, heavy base; coffee turns that sweetness a little bitter, and bitter orange adds a soft sharpness. Vanilla and brandy keep it creamy and warm, while the spicy and powdery accords stay in the background. Theodoros Kalotinis Coffee Addict and Theodoros Kalotinis Tiramisu have a close profile.

Fumoir

7.4

Arte Profumi · 2013

Spicy · Woody · Animal

Arte Profumi Fumoir is a spicy, smoky, leathery men's fragrance with a dark, heavy character that suits winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and autumn, with spring far behind. Leisure and evening wear are split evenly, with night out close behind. Most voters read it as masculine, and many also call it classic. The scent is built as a single whole around cigar, tobacco and Russian leather, all smoke and worn hide. Birch and pepper add a dry, spicy edge. Amber brings a resinous warmth, while rose softens the leathery body a little. Spicy, woody and animal accords round out the dark mood.

Sucre Noir

7.4

Arte Profumi · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Arte Profumi Sucre Noir is a sweet, gourmand perfume with a floral frame, worn as a women's scent. Its notes aren't split into top, heart and base; the scent runs as one piece from start to finish. Orchid carries the floral side, while sugar cane and vanilla bring a soft, sugary, gourmand warmth. Sweetness leads, and the flowers gently take the edge off it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin without crowding the room. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring follows, and few choose summer. Mazzolari Vaniglia and Al Fanak Parfums Sugar Bazar have a close profile.

Harem Soirée

7.6

Arte Profumi · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Arte Profumi Harem Soirée is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent built on rose, ambergris and myrrh, best suited to autumn and winter evenings. Rose gives it a floral frame, myrrh adds a resinous, smoky weight, and ambergris rounds it out with animal and woody tones. The sweetness settles into a soft base beneath the spicy, oriental feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as genuinely in between. Yves Saint Laurent Exquisite Embroidery and Initio Magnetic Blend 1 have a close profile.

Jardin de Giverny

6.9

Arte Profumi · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Powdery

Arte Profumi Jardin de Giverny is a powdery, creamy floral built on iris and rose softened by rice powder, made for women and leaning towards everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it stays close without disappearing, and it doesn't fill a room. Voters spread the seasons almost evenly, with spring and fall slightly ahead. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings, and it gets some votes for evenings out too. The scent reads as floral and sweet overall. Iris and rose lead, while rice powder adds a soft, creamy, powdery finish. Nothing about it is heavy or sharp; it is a calm, clean, lightly sweet flower scent.

Bohèmien

6.8

Arte Profumi · 2013

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Arte Profumi Bohèmien is a fresh, green and smoky unisex fougère built around mint, artemisia and cedarwood. Mint and artemisia give the scent a cool, green start. Cedarwood and vetiver lay down a woody base, while elemi resin adds a spicy warmth. The sweetness stays in the background, with a smoky edge running through it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daytime wear. More voters read it as masculine, though it is unisex. Firebird Cedar + Mint and Atkinsons Spice of London have a close profile.

L'Étoile

7.7

Arte Profumi · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Arte Profumi L'Étoile is a unisex fragrance where jasmine and rose meet cinnamon and coriander, sweetened by vanilla and almond. In L'Étoile the floral side is built on jasmine and rose, while cinnamon and coriander add a spicy warmth. Vanilla and almond pull the scent towards a sweet, creamy and powdery character, and woods and ambergris hold that sweetness on an oriental base. The notes are not split into layers, so the scent reads as one whole. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though the number of ratings is small, so this is only a rough guide. Voters lean towards leisure, night-out and evening wear, and it also works for daily and office use. It is unisex, with a profile that can sit on either a man or a woman.

Ecclesiæ

7.7

Arte Profumi · 2013

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Arte Profumi Ecclesiæ is a resinous, smoky unisex scent led by sandalwood, patchouli and frankincense. Ecclesiæ lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and leisure time. It reads mostly masculine, with a classic side as well. The notes work as one woody, earthy whole. Sandalwood and vetiver carry the body, while patchouli deepens the earthy tone. Frankincense and elemi resin add a smoky air, and pepper brings a spicy edge. Fresh and green accords lighten the weight a little. Armani Privé - Bois d'Encens and Chapel Factory Heresy have a close profile.

Giallo Riviera

7.7

Arte Profumi · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Arte Profumi Giallo Riviera is a fresh, green unisex scent built around vetiver, Calabrian bergamot and Calabrian citron. The top pairs vetiver, lemon, Calabrian citron and Calabrian bergamot with patchouli, which adds an earthy depth to the citrus. In the heart, vetiver continues alongside the two Calabrian citrus notes; the base brings vetiver and patchouli together with citron. The overall impression is fresh, green and lightly spicy, with fruity and woody touches in the background. Most voters pick summer and spring, with fall well behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and gets few votes for evenings. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Votes for masculine and feminine character are close. Its profile is close to Acqua di Parma Bergamotto di Calabria and Arquiste L'Etrog.

Carpe Diem

7.2

Arte Profumi · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Arte Profumi Carpe Diem is a fresh, fruity unisex scent led by peach, pear and lily of the valley. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it neither fills a room nor fades quickly. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably on men and women alike, with no strong lean either way. It opens with peach, pear, rose and hyacinth, with nutmeg adding a light spice. At the heart, pear, lily of the valley and peach continue, while moss and hyacinth remain in the base. The overall impression is fresh and floral, softened by a sweet, gourmand edge. Goutal Rose Splendide and M. Micallef Vanille Fleur have a close profile.

Velvet Rouge

6.5

Arte Profumi · 2013

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Arte Profumi Velvet Rouge is a women's fragrance that pairs sweet, gourmand cocoa and coffee with a spicy edge. Cocoa and coffee lead, with mandarin orange lightening the dark sweetness a little, while nutmeg and chili add a warm, peppery bite. Woody, resinous and smoky accords sit underneath, so the sweetness reads deep and dense rather than sugary. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick it for evenings, with leisure time and nights out following. Organic Perfume Girl Mama Was an Opium Smoker and Kerosene Winter of 99 have a close profile.

Mitti

6.4

Arte Profumi · 2013

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Arte Profumi Mitti is a unisex scent built around cognac, Sumatran patchouli and labdanum, sweet, spicy and earthy in character. Mitti's longevity and sillage are both rated good, though few people have voted. Its dense, warm build suits cooler weather, and it reads neither masculine nor feminine. Cognac brings the sweetness, while patchouli adds a woody, earthy weight. Labdanum contributes a resinous, animal warmth and white musk softens it all. The result sits in the oriental family, dark and sweet. Honoré Payan Patchouli Ambré and Tom Ford Amber Absolute have a close profile.

Secret

6.7

Arte Profumi · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Arte Profumi Secret is a fresh, green floral with a fruity, sweet side, a light and airy fragrance aimed at women. Jasmine, magnolia and violet build the floral core, while heliotrope adds a soft sweetness. Green apple keeps the scent lively and fruity, and musk stays in the background. Green and spicy accents run through it, along with a slightly synthetic sheen. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick leisure and daytime wear, though it also works for evenings and the office. It reads as a feminine fragrance. Bottega Veneta Parco Palladiano XV: Salvia Blu and Taylor of London Panache Mademoiselle have a close profile.

Corylus

6.5

Arte Profumi · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Arte Profumi Corylus is a sweet, gourmand and powdery unisex scent built around hazelnut, iris and roasted rice. It opens with clove and aniseed adding a spicy edge, while pear and wheat bring a soft, grainy sweetness. In the heart, hazelnut and iris come forward, and roasted rice pulls the scent in a creamy, gourmand direction. White musk, dust and amber leave a powdery, slightly synthetic warmth at the base. Though the number of votes is small, longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. The sweet, powdery character suits relaxed everyday wear at a close distance. Giardini di Toscana Bianco Latte and Berdoues Vanille & Safran have a close profile.

Figomoro / Figo Moro

7.4

Arte Profumi · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Arte Profumi Figomoro / Figo Moro is a unisex fig scent that keeps the green, fruity side of the fruit inside a fresh, woody frame. The notes all gather around the fig: fig leaf for the green, black fig for the fruit, and fig wood for the dry, woody edge. Tonka bean and musk settle the scent onto a soft, creamy base. Longevity and sillage are rated good, so it neither overpowers nor fades quickly. The number of voters is small, but the rating is high. With no lean towards men or women, it sits comfortably on anyone. Diptyque Philosykos (Eau de Toilette) and Benamôr Figo Fogo have a close profile.

A'mare

6.5

Arte Profumi · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Arte Profumi A'mare is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent built around sea salt, marine notes and a solar note. The notes read as a single whole rather than a top, heart and base. Sea salt and marine notes set a airy, citrusy ground, while cardamom and ginger add a spicy, slightly green edge. Tonka bean and musk soften the scent and keep the sweetness in the background. A synthetic touch runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated as moderate, though the votes are few, so this is only a rough guide. It suits men and women who want something light and fresh. Cristiano Ronaldo CR7 Play It Cool and Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Summer Edition have a close profile.

Bois Sacré

7.8

Arte Profumi · 2015

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Arte Profumi Bois Sacré is a sweet, spicy woody-oriental with a dark character, resinous, smoky and leathery, and it is worn by men and women alike. Its longevity is rated good, while its sillage is moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. It is classed as unisex. The number of ratings is small, so these impressions are tentative. The notes are sandalwood, labdanum and oud. Sandalwood and oud lay a woody base, and labdanum adds a warm, resinous depth. The sweetness is held in check by spicy and smoky tones, and the leathery and synthetic accords give it a dry, sharp edge.

Sine Tempore

7.5

Arte Profumi · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Arte Profumi Sine Tempore is a fresh, green and earthy unisex scent, woody and slightly smoky, that will sit close to what vetiver fans already like. Java vetiver and Haitian vetiver lead throughout, with lime adding a citrus brightness. The result is green and spicy, dry and earthy; don't expect sweetness or powdery softness. Its longevity is rated as good, though with few votes the rating is tentative. It reads equally well on men and women, a clean and plain scent. Perfumes with a close vetiver profile include Dior Vétiver and Heeley Vetiver Veritas.

Attar Davana

7.4

Arte Profumi · 2018

Floral · Green · Sweet

Arte Profumi Attar Davana is a unisex scent that pairs the floral body of jasmine and tuberose with the green, spicy tone of davana. The notes read as one whole: jasmine and tuberose build a floral base, davana adds a green and spicy edge, and castoreum brings an animalic, smoky depth. Sweet, woody, powdery and creamy sides also show in the accords, so the result sits between floral and oriental. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though with few votes so far these figures are only a first impression. It is not tied to one gender and can be worn by men and women alike. Caron Tubéreuse and Profumum Roma Tuberosa have a close profile.

O-Furo

6.1

Arte Profumi · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Arte Profumi O-Furo is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that pairs a green, fruity lightness with a floral touch. Its sillage is rated moderate, though the small number of votes makes that only a rough guide. It doesn't lean toward one gender and sits comfortably on both men and women. The notes read as a single whole rather than a layered pyramid: yuzu, bergamot and petitgrain set a bright citrus tone, pineapple and rhubarb add a fruity freshness, and jasmine wraps them in a soft floral note. A spicy and synthetic edge shows in the accords. Mugler Cologne and Cartier Allégresse have a close profile.

Arte Profumi · 2022

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Arte Profumi · 2021

Floral · Green · Sweet

Arte Profumi · 2015

Green · Fruity · Synthetic