The Perfume Library

Goldea The Roman Night

7.2

Bvlgari · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Bvlgari Goldea The Roman Night opens with black peony and mulberry and moves into tuberose and night-blooming jasmine, a sweet, powdery floral-oriental. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It is sold as a women's fragrance, and most voters call it feminine. The top notes, black peony and mulberry, give a fruity sweetness. In the heart, tuberose absolute and night-blooming jasmine build a creamy floral body. The base of black musk, patchouli and vetiver adds a spicy, oriental warmth. Jean-Louis Scherrer S de Scherrer Femme (Eau de Toilette) and Van Cleef & Arpels Rêve d'Ylang have a close profile.

Omnia Crystalline L'Eau de Parfum

7.3

Bvlgari · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline L'Eau de Parfum is a powdery, lightly sweet women's fragrance built on lotus and Italian mandarin orange. Longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind and winter chosen least. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most voted occasions, and the character reads mostly feminine, then modern. It opens with lotus and Italian mandarin orange, fresh and fruity. In the heart, orris concrete and heliotrope add a soft, powdery floral touch. The base of Indian sandalwood, musk and Siam benzoin settles into a woody, sweet finish. Salvatore Ferragamo Attimo and Dior Dune Sun have a close profile.

Splendida - Magnolia Sensuel

7.4

Bvlgari · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Splendida - Magnolia Sensuel is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that opens with mandarin orange and neroli and centres on magnolia, jasmine and orange blossom. The top notes of mandarin orange and neroli give it a bright citrus freshness. In the heart, magnolia, jasmine and orange blossom lead, making the scent floral with a light fruity edge. The base of musk, Indian patchouli and Tahitian vanilla sweetens it and settles into a powdery, creamy, woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and fall; leisure, business and daily wear lead, with evening and night out also possible. Most voters read it as feminine. Chanel Gabrielle Chanel and Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Magnolia have a close profile.

Le Gemme - Falkar

8.2

Bvlgari · 2019

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Falkar is a spicy, woody and smoky unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and night out and evening are the occasions it leans towards. It mostly reads as masculine, though it is presented as unisex. Bangladeshian oud, saffron, leather and black musk make a dry, resinous, earthy whole. Oud and leather carry the structure, saffron adds a spicy warmth, and black musk leaves a soft, animalic base. The oriental side dominates, and sweetness stays in the background.

Bvlgari Man Black Cologne

7.3

Bvlgari · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Man Black Cologne is a fresh, lightly sweet men's fragrance that opens with citrus notes and rum and carries tuberose and neroli at its heart. Citrus notes and rum come first, then tuberose and neroli add a soft floral touch. Sandalwood and benzoin sweeten the base and leave a woody backdrop. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and mildly spicy. Both longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend spring, fall and summer, while winter picks are few. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office about equally, and evening or night out less so. More than half of voters call it masculine, and some find it modern. Zara Metallic Spirit and Rituals L'Éclat have a close profile.

Le Gemme - Veridia

8.0

Bvlgari · 2018

Green · Sweet · Gourmand

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Veridia is a green, sweet fragrance with a gourmand, resinous heart and a woody, lightly smoky edge, made for women; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring close behind and summer the least chosen season. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though business and daily wear also drew votes. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters call its character feminine. The scent is built from patchouli, frankincense resin, Bourbon vanilla and galbanum. Galbanum brings a sharp green note, which the vanilla softens into something creamy and sweet. Frankincense and patchouli add spicy, powdery and smoky depth.

Le Gemme - Calaluna

8.0

Bvlgari · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Calaluna is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around heliotrope, sandalwood and white iris; it has been discontinued. The scent reads as a whole rather than in stages. Heliotrope and white iris set a floral, powdery and creamy base, and sandalwood softens it with woody warmth. The fresh accord keeps it from turning heavy, while the sweetness and a touch of spice stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters find it feminine, and it leans towards spring and fall, with office, leisure and daily wear the most voted occasions. Accord Parfait Boisé - Heliotrope & Santal and Jo Malone Mimosa & Cardamom (Cologne) have a close profile.

Omnia Golden Citrine

7.0

Bvlgari · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Omnia Golden Citrine is a fresh citrus scent softened by a floral, fruity sweetness, made with women in mind. Mandarin orange gives it a bright, fresh edge, ylang-ylang adds a soft floral touch, and benzoin settles the whole into a sweet, creamy, lightly woody base. The notes read as one piece, with fresh citrus leading. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Most find it feminine, and a good number call it modern.

Le Gemme - Ashlemah

8.0

Bvlgari · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Ashlemah is a floral, powdery women's fragrance built on musk, orris absolute and lavender; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the wearer. Voters spread across all four seasons almost evenly, with spring slightly ahead. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most voters read it as feminine, and some as classic. Orris absolute and musk lay down a powdery, creamy base, while lavender pulls it toward a clean, lightly spicy floral side. The overall impression is soft and sweet. Hermès Musc Pallida and Molinard Lavande share a close profile.

Eau Parfumée au Thé Noir

7.6

Bvlgari · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bvlgari Eau Parfumée au Thé Noir is a unisex scent built around rose absolute, magnolia, black tea and oud, pairing floral sweetness with smoky woods; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen most for evenings and nights out. It sits evenly between feminine and masculine. It opens with bergamot and rose absolute. In the heart, magnolia adds a soft floral note and black tea a dry one. The base of patchouli and oud leaves an earthy, resinous, smoky warmth. Memo Paris Indian Leather and Montale Aoud Queen Roses have a close profile.

Splendida - Rose Rose

8.0

Bvlgari · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bvlgari Splendida - Rose Rose is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days, daytime and leisure wear. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily, leisure and business use leading, and many describe it as feminine. It opens with mulberry and mandarin orange for a fruity freshness. The heart is rose absolute and Damask rose, with a green, powdery feel. In the base, sandalwood, vetiver and patchouli settle it into a soft, woody, creamy finish. Robert Piguet Rose Perfection and Bvlgari Splendida - Iris d'Or have a close profile.

Le Gemme - Nylaia

8.2

Bvlgari · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Nylaia is a powdery, creamy floral with a sweet, lightly spicy and woody softness. Made for women, it has been discontinued. Blue iris and jasmine sambac set a floral frame; benzoin adds sweetness and a creamy feel, while white musk and ambergris settle it onto a soft, faintly woody base. The notes read as one whole rather than in layers. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and calm settings such as business, leisure and daily wear come up most. Its character reads clearly feminine. Mugler Alien (Eau de Parfum) and Ex Nihilo Musc Infini have a close profile.

Blv Notte

7.6

Bvlgari · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Bvlgari Blv Notte is a feminine fragrance that sets the freshness of mandarin orange and bergamot against the sweet warmth of dark chocolate and amber, with a floral, gourmand side; it has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange, galangal and bergamot, a fresh and fruity start. The heart holds iris, tobacco flower, acacia and vodka, bringing a powdery, floral softness. Dark chocolate, amber and ginger sweeten the base and close it with a spicy, woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean towards fall, with spring and winter not far behind, and the occasions spread from daily wear to evenings. Most see it as feminine. Jil Sander Jil and Betty Barclay Beautiful have a close profile.

Omnia Pink Sapphire

6.5

Bvlgari · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Omnia Pink Sapphire is a fresh, citrusy floral that sweetens into a creamy finish, and it reads as a feminine scent. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and moderate sillage, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Most voters call it feminine, with a good share describing it as modern. It opens with bright pink grapefruit and a light spark of pink pepper. Tiaré and frangipani make up a soft floral heart. Vanilla and white musk sweeten the base and dry down creamy and warm.

Splendida - Jasmin Noir

7.6

Bvlgari · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bvlgari Splendida - Jasmin Noir is a sweet, powdery floral for women that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and night out the leading occasions. It reads mostly as feminine and classic. The top opens with plant juice and gardenia; the heart carries almond and jasmine sambac absolute for a sweet floral core. The base of tonka bean, cashmere wood and patchouli settles it into a creamy, woody, spicy warmth. Bvlgari Jasmin Noir and Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge have a close profile.

Bvlgari Man In Black Parfum

7.9

Bvlgari · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bvlgari Man In Black Parfum is a men's fragrance that sets a spicy opening of cardamom, cinnamon and black pepper against a floral heart of tuberose and iris, over a smoky, resinous base of cypriol, patchouli and benzoin. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, while some call it classic or modern. It opens with Philippine elemi, cinnamon, cardamom and black pepper in a spicy start. At the heart, tuberose absolute and iris bring a floral, powdery softness. The base of cypriol and patchouli is woody and smoky, with benzoin adding a sweet, resinous warmth and a leathery edge.

Le Gemme - Ambero

7.9

Bvlgari · 2016

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Ambero is a spicy, resinous unisex scent that suits autumn and winter days best. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, then winter, and evening, night out and leisure lead the occasions. It leans masculine, yet stays unisex in character. Amber and frankincense form the body, while saffron adds a warm, smoky edge. Pink pepper and ginger keep the spice fresh, and vetiver gives a woody base. The overall impression is sweet, oriental and resinous. Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum) and Birkholz Supreme Oud have a close profile.

Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert Extrême

7.6

Bvlgari · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert Extrême is a fresh, green, citrusy unisex scent that has been discontinued, with a light, clean character suited to everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and office settings lead the occasions. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. Voters lean slightly feminine, though a good share call it masculine. The top opens with bergamot, orange blossom, pepper and coriander, so citrus and spice arrive together. Jasmine, rose and cardamom in the heart add a soft floral touch. Green tea in the base leaves it clean and green.

Baciami

8.3

Bvlgari · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Bvlgari Baciami is a sweet, powdery floral built around gardenia and vanilla, made for women and suited to evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend fall, spring and winter, with summer trailing behind. It stands out for nights out and evenings, and is also worn for leisure. Most voters find it feminine, with a modern feel too. The scent reads as one whole: floral notes and gardenia at the centre, with vanilla and amber adding warmth underneath. The sweet, gourmand, powdery and creamy accords lead, giving a soft, rounded floral with a light sugary edge.

Blv II

6.5

Bvlgari · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Bvlgari Blv II opens with star anise, violet and mandarin orange, then moves into iris and jasmine: a powdery, floral women's fragrance that has been discontinued. The opening is fresh and slightly spicy, with star anise, violet, mandarin orange and liquorice together. In the heart, iris, jasmine and lily of the valley add a soft floral touch, while vetiver and patchouli give it a woody footing. Benzoin and ambergris in the base sweeten it and leave a powdery finish. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen settings. Most voters call it feminine. Lacoste Inspiration and Dorall Collection Gaze for Women have a close profile.

Splendida - Patchouli Tentation

7.7

Bvlgari · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bvlgari Splendida - Patchouli Tentation is a floral, sweet and powdery women's fragrance built around white peach, orris absolute and patchouli. It opens with white peach alongside Flores patchouli, a fruity sweetness set against an earthy tone. In the heart, orris absolute adds a powdery, creamy softness while the patchouli carries on. The base settles into white musk and Indonesian patchouli, with spicy and woody touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though business and daily wear get votes too. Most voters read it as feminine and classic. Guerlain Iris Ganache and Bvlgari Le Gemme - Nylaia have a close profile.

Voile de Jasmin

7.0

Bvlgari · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bvlgari Voile de Jasmin is a fresh, floral women's scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for daytime and office hours; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Everyday wear, leisure and work are the settings voters name most, while evening and night out come up far less. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with mimosa and bergamot, then moves into rose, jasmine sambac and lily of the valley, resting on musk and iris. The overall impression is fresh and green, with a soft sweet, powdery floral bouquet. Guerlain Muguet 2014 and Penhaligon's The Favourite have a close profile.

Le Gemme - Yasep

7.8

Bvlgari · 2019

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Le Gemme - Garanat

8.0

Bvlgari · 2016

Floral · Green · Spicy

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Garanat is a rose fragrance for men that sets floral and green tones against spice, resin and smoke. Grasse rose absolute, Damask rose and frankincense make up the scent. The rose here sits less like a sweet flower and more on a woody, resinous, smoky base; spicy and oriental touches keep it warm, while the green accord leaves it slightly crisp. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring is not far behind, and summer is rarely chosen. Leisure, night out and evening get equal support. Though marketed as masculine, votes for masculine and feminine character are close.