The Perfume Library

Velvet Orchid

7.5

Birkholz

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Birkholz Velvet Orchid is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, powdery and creamy softness. Citrus notes and jasmine give the opening a light freshness. In the heart, orchid, iris and jasmine carry the floral weight, with iris bringing out the powdery side. The base of sandalwood, cedarwood, musk and ambergris settles the scent onto a woody, creamy ground. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters suggest spring, fall and summer, with winter chosen less often. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear rather than evenings or nights out. Nearly half of voters find it feminine. Jacques Fath Irissime and Ex Nihilo Iris Porcelana have a close profile.

Colours of Capri

8.0

Birkholz · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Birkholz Colours of Capri is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days and sits easily in everyday wear. It opens with limoncello, fig and tomato leaf: the citrus and green give a bright start, while the fig adds a soft fruity touch. In the heart, rosemary, jasmine and rose balance herbal and floral tones. The base of musk, cedarwood and vetiver leaves a woody footing, with the sweetness staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Votes for masculine, modern and feminine are close together, so it sits comfortably between the genders. Le Labo Thé Matcha 26 and Jardin Bohème Brise Verte have a similar profile.

Roads of Rome

8.0

Birkholz · 2022

Floral · Green · Sweet

Birkholz Roads of Rome is a unisex fragrance that opens with cypress and frankincense and moves into jasmine, rose and tagetes, floral, woody and smoky in character. The top holds aromatic notes, cypress and frankincense; the heart brings jasmine, rose, white blossoms and tagetes. The base settles on cistus, saffron, vetiver and patchouli for a woody, spicy footing, with praliné softening it toward sweet. Green and oriental touches stay in the background beside the flowers. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans toward evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though some call it feminine. Spiritum 3 - Wisdom Universe and Parfums de Marly Godolphin have a close profile.

Amber Intense

7.4

Birkholz

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Birkholz Amber Intense is a sweet, spicy oriental that suits autumn and winter evenings, with an unisex character. It opens with labdanum, saffron, rose and bergamot, so spice and flower arrive together. Patchouli, gaiac wood and cedarwood form a woody heart. In the base, vetiver, musk, vanilla and amber sweeten and soften the scent. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and summer is rarely chosen. Evenings and nights out lead, while daily wear and the office trail behind. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. Birkholz Berlin Dream and Floris Honey Oud have a close profile.

Cedar N' Pepper

7.6

Birkholz · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

Birkholz Cedar N' Pepper is a fresh, woody unisex scent that pairs rose and pink pepper with cedar. It opens with rose and pink pepper, the floral side kept in check by the spice. In the heart, cashmere wood and white cedarwood give it a woody backbone. The base of amber and musk adds a creamy, slightly resinous softness. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it is seen as suited to leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads more masculine than feminine.

Sir Santal

7.8

Birkholz · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Birkholz Sir Santal is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent that suits autumn and winter best. It opens with warm cardamom and pepper, then leather and orris root give the heart a dry, leathery spine. The base settles into sandalwood, amber and benzoin, a creamy, resinous sweetness softened by musk. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and few choose summer. It leans towards nights out, evenings and leisure time; half of voters read it as masculine, though it wears comfortably on anyone. Maison Asrar III Thriller and Commodity Gold have a close profile.

Iris N' Wood

7.3

Birkholz · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Birkholz Iris N' Wood is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green air with powdery iris and woody touches. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling the room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter not far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. It opens with grapefruit, cumin and cardamom, which bring both freshness and spice. In the heart, cedarwood, iris and lily of the valley come forward, with the iris carrying the powdery side. The base of sandalwood, cashmere wood and musk settles it onto a soft, woody footing. Moudon Enigma and Parfums de Marly Galloway have a close profile.

Tobacco Sense

7.6

Birkholz · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Birkholz Tobacco Sense is a unisex fragrance for autumn and winter evenings, where a sweet, spicy character meets smoky tobacco. It opens with green cardamom, lavender and Calabrian bergamot, a clean, aromatic start. In the heart, saffron, Indonesian tobacco and frankincense take over, turning it sweeter, resinous and smoky. In the base, woody notes, patchouli and amber soften the leathery edge and leave a warm footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely chosen. It is named most often for evenings and nights out, and it also works for leisure time. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is meant for anyone. Berlin Leder 6·9 and Velvet Desert Oud have a close profile.

Green Garden

7.5

Birkholz

Fresh · Floral · Green

Birkholz Green Garden is a fresh, green floral made for spring and summer days, easy to wear for daily life, leisure and the office. The top opens with English rose and bamboo, where the fresh and green accords lead. In the heart, jasmine, white freesia and rose carry the floral character. The base of musk, sandalwood and white amber sweetens it and closes on a soft, woody note. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the leading occasions. Though it is unisex, half of the voters find it feminine. Christian Louboutin Loubikiss and Lalique L'Amour (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Forest Fantasy (Eau de Parfum)

6.1

Birkholz

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Birkholz Forest Fantasy Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that opens with aniseed, rosemary and lime, with a fresh, citrusy, green character. It wears at moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, work and daily wear. It reads somewhat masculine, though it is unisex. The top has aniseed, rosemary and lime; in the heart, apple, lavender and geranium add a green, airy feel while gaiac wood leaves a woody trace. Pink pepper and mint in the base tie coolness to spice. Aquatic and synthetic tones keep it clean and light. Birkholz Ocean Hills and Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Romance in Florence

7.7

Birkholz · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Birkholz Romance in Florence is a unisex scent that balances a floral, fruity sweetness with spice and wood, all on a creamy texture. It opens with white musk and cypriol, and the heart brings saffron, cardamom and vanilla for a spiced warmth. Tonka bean and gaiac wood soften the sweetness underneath and finish it on a woody, creamy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works for a night out too; most voters read it as feminine, though it is unisex. Carolina Herrera Saffron Lazuli and Mystikum The Empress' Kiss have a close profile.

Intimate Incense

6.4

Birkholz · 2020

Spicy · Woody · Resinous

Birkholz Intimate Incense is a unisex scent where a spicy, woody base carries resinous, smoky and leathery tones, leaning towards autumn and winter evenings. Pepper, bergamot and lavender open sharp and aromatic. In the heart, benzoin, Java vetiver and ambergris take over, and cedarwood, frankincense and leather hold the woody, smoky character through the base. Longevity and sillage are rated as good by voters. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine. PantaRei Darwish and Tauerville Incense Flash have a close profile.

Iconic Oud

7.7

Birkholz · 2020

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Birkholz Iconic Oud is a unisex scent that joins a floral, spicy opening to a leathery, smoky oud base. Jasmine, rose and geranium give it a floral start; in the heart, vanilla, musk and saffron sweeten and warm it. As it dries, leather, Cambodian oud and sandalwood take over, leaving it woody, resinous and smoky. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters are split between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad and Montale Oud Edition have a close profile.

Visions of Venice

7.7

Birkholz · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Birkholz Visions of Venice is a unisex fragrance that leans towards spring and autumn, with a floral, sweet character. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated good. Most voters recommend spring, followed by autumn, and leisure time and evenings come up most often as when to wear it. Votes lean towards feminine, though the perfume is classed as unisex. It opens with pineapple, apple and lemon for a fruity freshness. In the heart, violet and rose bring a soft, powdery floral note. At the base, vanilla, praliné and amber pull the sweetness towards creamy, while cedarwood, cardamom, patchouli and musk settle it on a warm, woody footing. Ivory Muse and Eutopie No. 4 have a close profile.

First Spring

7.2

Birkholz

Fresh · Floral · Green

Birkholz First Spring is a fresh, floral unisex scent whose green and fruity touches carry the light, everyday feel of spring. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Votes tilt towards feminine, though it reads as unisex. The top opens with lemon, apple blossom and peach, the lemon's freshness softened by the peach's sweetness. Jasmine and freesia give the heart a floral glow. In the base, musk, sandalwood and cedarwood settle it onto a soft, woody ground.

Saint Tropez - Eclat du Soleil

7.5

Birkholz · 2024

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Birkholz Saint Tropez - Eclat du Soleil is a unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, setting fresh and sweet tones over a spicy, woody base. It opens with frankincense, pink pepper and ginger, fresh and spicy. In the heart, ambrette, angelica seed and lavender lead, while myrrh, gaiac wood and sandalwood settle into a woody, creamy, slightly smoky base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it sits comfortably on either. Glossier You Doux and Jo Malone Dark Amber & Ginger Lily have a close profile.

Aura of Amalfi

7.5

Birkholz · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Birkholz Aura of Amalfi is a unisex fragrance that pairs a citrusy, aquatic freshness with a sweet, fruity softness. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters place it in leisure, daily and office wear, with sport and night-out use getting fewer votes. It is light enough to carry through the day and sits comfortably on anyone, whatever the gender. The top opens with pink pepper, honeydew melon and pear, so spice and juicy fruit arrive together. In the heart, lavender and orange blossom turn the freshness slightly floral. The base of musk, cashmere wood and sandalwood settles it into a creamy, soft finish.

Vivid in Verona

7.5

Birkholz · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Birkholz Vivid in Verona is a sweet, powdery floral that pairs a fruity brightness with a creamy warmth, and it is offered as a unisex scent. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with winter in second place. It leans towards leisure time and nights out, and suits evenings too. More than half of voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it modern. It opens with pink pepper, peach and lemon for a bright, fruity start. In the heart, jasmine, osmanthus absolute and lily of the valley bring the floral side forward. In the base, vanilla sweetness softens with frankincense and musk and dries down creamy and powdery. Parfums de Marly Delina Exclusif and Birkholz Charm Mystery have a close profile.

Berlin Heaven (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Birkholz

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Birkholz Berlin Heaven Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity and floral unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer. It opens with raspberry, blackcurrant and pear, then moves to rose, lychee and lily of the valley at the heart. Woody notes, musk and amber soften the base. The overall impression is sweet and powdery, with a slightly synthetic sheen over the fruit and flowers. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, office and daily wear lead the occasions, with evening further behind. The largest share of voters finds it feminine, though it can be worn as a unisex scent. Hugo XX and Emporio Armani Diamonds have a close profile.

Leather Trance

8.2

Birkholz · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Birkholz Leather Trance is a unisex scent for autumn and winter evenings, pairing sweet fruit with smoky leather. The top notes of raspberry, peach and everlasting flower bring a fruity sweetness first. In the heart, leather, cumin and patchouli add a spicy, smoky edge. The base of myrrh, frankincense and musk closes it with a resinous, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. Penhaligon's Halfeti Leather and Olfactive Studio Chambre Noire have a close profile.

Berlin Dream

7.6

Birkholz

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Birkholz Berlin Dream is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex fragrance suited to autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, pink pepper and rose, then amber, patchouli and cedarwood pull it into an oriental, resinous and slightly smoky direction. Vanilla sweetness settles at the base alongside the dry woodiness of vetiver and sandalwood, softened by musk. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also suits the office and everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are rated good. It reads somewhat masculine, but plenty of voters call it feminine. Birkholz Amber Intense and Penhaligon's As Sawira have a close profile.

Grasse - Fleur de Provence

7.6

Birkholz · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Birkholz Grasse - Fleur de Provence is a fresh, floral and green unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Spring leads the season votes, with fall and summer close behind and winter trailing. It suits leisure and daily wear best, and also gets picked for evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine, though it stays unisex. It opens with elemi resin, liquorice, blackberry and violet. Rose, red thyme and patchouli form the heart. Vetiver, leather, musk and amber carry the base, settling into a woody, spicy and slightly leathery finish.

Tales of Torino

7.4

Birkholz · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Birkholz Tales of Torino is a fresh, sweet unisex scent that sets a bright opening of peach, pear and lemon against a floral heart of jasmine and geranium. Peach, pear and lemon come first, with the fruity sweetness kept lively by the citrus. In the heart, cypress, jasmine and geranium add a floral, slightly green touch. The base turns softly sweet with praliné, backed by the warm, woody tones of Virginia cedar and amber. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, so it stays noticeable through the day without feeling heavy. Its fresh, sweet character sits comfortably on anyone, whether masculine or feminine. Grès Cabotine Floralisme and Lattafa Habik Women share a close profile.

Poetry in Palermo

6.5

Birkholz · 2026

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Birkholz Poetry in Palermo is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that opens with thyme, cardamom and bergamot and settles into patchouli, musk and sandalwood. At the start, thyme and cardamom sit alongside the freshness of bergamot. In the heart, cistus, geranium and violet pull the scent towards a resinous, earthy side. The base of patchouli, musk and sandalwood leaves a woody, oriental warmth, with a sweetness that stays in the background throughout. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters suggest it for evenings and nights out, with leisure and daily wear chosen less often. It reads closer to masculine in character, though it is a unisex scent. Thameen Carved Oud and Santa Maria Novella Patchouli have a close profile.