The Perfume Library

10 perfumes

Barbour for Him (2021)

Barbour · 2021

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Barbour for Him is a citrus and spicy scent for men that leans towards the cooler months of fall and winter. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely chosen. Leisure, night out and evening wear come up most often. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters read it as masculine. It opens with citrus notes, while black pepper, pink pepper and cardamom give the heart its spice. The base holds amber, vetiver, cedar, musk and gaiac wood. The overall feel is green and woody, softened by a sweet, gourmand touch. French Avenue Spectre Ghost and John Richmond for Men have a close profile.

Barbour for Her (2021)

6.5

Barbour · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Barbour for Her is a fresh, floral scent: a green and citrus opening gives way to a powdery, lightly sweet floral heart. The top notes are green notes and citrus notes, so it starts bright and fruity. In the heart, jasmine and tuberose bring out the floral side. In the base, tonka bean softens the sweetness and musk leaves a powdery trace. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, and it is favoured for leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads as a feminine fragrance. Van Cleef & Arpels Gardénia Pétale and Acqua di Parma Gelsomino Nobile have a close profile.

Barbour Coastal for Him

5.9

Barbour · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Barbour Coastal for Him is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance, with a sweet, spicy warmth layered underneath. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings give only a rough idea. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Citrus notes and ginger give it a bright feel, while cinnamon adds a spicy warmth. Floral notes soften it slightly, and amber, sandalwood and balsamic notes settle into a sweet, woody base. The aquatic and synthetic accords keep the overall impression clean and fresh. Rituals L'Essentiel and Bench. Shine for Him have a close profile.

Barbour Coastal for Her

6.5

Barbour · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Barbour Coastal for Her pairs mandarin orange, bitter orange and lemon with floral notes, giving a fresh, green and woody scent made for women. The perfume stays light and airy from start to finish. The citrus notes come first, the floral notes soften them, and moss and cedarwood lay a green, woody base underneath. The balsamic notes stay in the background and keep it from feeling heavy. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it is noticeable through the day without being loud. It is marketed as feminine, and its fresh character suits everyday wear. Karl Lagerfeld Fleur de Thé and Veronique Gabai Eau du Jour have a close profile.