The Perfume Library

45 perfumes

Assenzio

Borsari 1870 · 2010

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Borsari 1870 Assenzio is a fresh, fruity men's fragrance set on a sweet, woody and smoky base; it has been discontinued. It opens with plum, pear and frankincense; absinth and cedarwood lead the heart, with pear returning there. The base holds ambergris, tonka bean and oakmoss, so the scent turns sweeter, with spicy and smoky touches tempering that sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, with spring and summer not far behind. Use spreads from daily wear through business to evening. Voters lean slightly more masculine than feminine, though a good share call it feminine. Creed Aventus and Kilian Apple Brandy on the Rocks have a close profile.

Black Calla

7.3

Borsari 1870

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Borsari 1870 Black Calla opens with orange, pepper and bergamot and moves into a floral heart of jasmine and calla; it is a unisex scent that sits between fresh and sweet, and it has been discontinued. Orange and bergamot give the top a fresh, fruity start, with pepper adding a spicy edge. In the heart, jasmine and calla carry the floral side while patchouli and lavender dry it out a little. The base of musk, woods and vanilla leaves it powdery, woody and softly sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and the occasions are spread evenly from daily wear and the office to evenings and nights out. It reads mostly feminine, though a fair share of voters call it masculine.

Neroli, Bamboo e Fior di Loto

6.0

Borsari 1870

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Borsari 1870 Neroli, Bamboo e Fior di Loto is a fresh, floral and green unisex scent that leans slightly feminine and suits daytime wear. The top pairs bamboo, orange blossom and bergamot, so citrus brightness sits over a green edge. Lotus and peony bring a soft floral heart. The base of musk, sandalwood and ambergris settles the scent into a gentle, woody finish. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a quiet profile. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasions. It has been discontinued. Dior Cologne Royale and Zara FLWR 001/ALM have a close profile.

Mirra e Anice Stellato

7.3

Borsari 1870

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Borsari 1870 Mirra e Anice Stellato is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance that suits leisure and business hours; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot and star anise, pairing citrus freshness with a spicy edge. Myrrh and lotus form the heart, and cedarwood, vetiver and musk settle into a woody, green base. Voters place it mostly in leisure, business and daytime wear, and rarely in the evening or at the gym. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Chanel Paris - Édimbourg and Acqua di Parma Colonia C.L.U.B. have a close profile.

Lampone, Fior di Mielo e Semi di Cacao

7.6

Borsari 1870

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Borsari 1870 Lampone, Fior di Mielo e Semi di Cacao is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Apple blossom, freesia and lime give it a bright start. In the heart, jasmine and lily set a floral texture while raspberry and cocoa add sweetness and a soft gourmand touch. White musk, ambergris and cedarwood settle the base into a powdery, lightly woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Acqua di Portofino Donna and Patrizia Pepe Patrizia have a close profile.