The Perfume Library

Baudelaire

7.6

Byredo · 2009

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Byredo Baudelaire is a spicy, woody unisex fragrance built around black pepper, juniper berry and leather; it has been discontinued. It opens with black pepper, caraway and juniper berry, giving a dry, sharp spice. In the heart, leather, frankincense and hyacinth turn it smoky and resinous. The base of papyrus, black amber and patchouli leaves an earthy, oriental trail. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Most voters find it masculine. Nishane Pachulí Kozha and Byredo 1996 - Inez & Vinoodh (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Tobacco Mandarin

7.1

Byredo · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Byredo Tobacco Mandarin is a sweet, spicy unisex scent built around mandarin orange, tobacco and oud; it has been discontinued. 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 more often than feminine, though a fair share see it as feminine. The top opens with mandarin orange, coriander seed and cumin, where fruity sweetness meets spice. In the heart, tobacco, leather and labdanum turn it smoky and leathery. The base of frankincense, oud and sandalwood leaves a resinous, woody finish. Emir Spicy Tobacco and The Dua Brand Tabacum de Mandarino have a close profile.

Young Rose

7.9

Byredo · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Byredo Young Rose is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around damask rose and orris root. It opens with ambrette seed and Sichuan pepper, giving a citrusy, green and slightly fruity freshness. Damask rose and orris root take over in the heart, and musk and ambroxan settle the dry-down into a soft, sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though it is released as unisex. Diptyque Eau Rose and Liis Rose Struck have a close profile.

Rose Noir (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Byredo · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Byredo Rose Noir Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral unisex scent that lightens rose with citrus and fruity touches. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick autumn and spring, with summer and winter further behind. It spreads evenly across leisure, evening and daytime wear. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. It opens with red berries, grapefruit, cardamom and freesia. The heart brings Damask rose, jasmine and violet. In the base, labdanum, musk and patchouli settle the scent onto an earthy, woody ground.

Eyes Closed

7.3

Byredo · 2022

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Byredo Eyes Closed is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand character against spice, wood and powder, and it suits cooler weather and relaxed days best. It opens with cardamom and cinnamon for a warm, spicy start. The heart holds carrot, orris butter and ginger: carrot and orris soften it into powder, while ginger keeps the spice lively. Papyrus and patchouli form a dry, woody base that holds the sweetness in check. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most pick autumn, then winter, while summer plays a small part. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, and it also works at the office. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads as sitting between the two. Those after a similar profile could also look at The Dua Brand Introspection and Hunq #003 Carpenter.

Mumbai Noise

6.9

Byredo · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Byredo Mumbai Noise is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent, with coffee and tonka bean at its heart and sandalwood, labdanum and oud beneath. It opens on davana, then turns sweeter in the heart with coffee and tonka bean. Sandalwood, labdanum and oud dominate the base, leaving a resinous, woody and earthy oriental trail. The sweetness is held in check by smoky tones. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though many voters see it as feminine. Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum) and Dior Oud Ispahan (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Casablanca Lily

8.0

Byredo · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Byredo Casablanca Lily is a floral, sweet and creamy scent; it is described as unisex, though most voters read it as feminine. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters place it mostly in spring and fall, with winter close behind. Evening, night out and leisure are the leading occasions, while office and daytime wear are less common. It opens with plum and gardenia, floral and lightly fruity. In the heart, Indian tuberose and carnation add a spicy warmth. In the base, honey and rosewood sweeten it and settle it onto a woody, creamy ground.

Rouge Chaotique

7.5

Byredo · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Byredo Rouge Chaotique is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that most voters place in fall and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and it gets the most votes for evenings and nights out, with summer the least favoured. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it sits comfortably in between. The top opens bright and spiced with lemon, bergamot, saffron and blackcurrant. In the heart, plum and praliné push it into a fruity, gourmand sweetness, while oak wood keeps it dry. The base of patchouli, papyrus and oud weighs in heavier, leaving an oriental, leathery trail.

Mister Marvelous (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Byredo · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Byredo Mister Marvelous Eau de Parfum is a men's scent that carries the fresh, green opening of mandarin orange leaf and bitter orange blossom through bamboo and green lavender into black amber and white cedarwood; it has been discontinued. It opens citrusy and green: mandarin orange leaf and bitter orange blossom give an airy first impression. In the heart, bamboo and green lavender keep that greenness going, and the base of black amber and white cedarwood settles it onto a woody, lightly spicy footing. The overall feel is clean, fresh and a little synthetic. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Most read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine.

Reine de Nuit

8.0

Byredo · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Byredo Reine de Nuit is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, spicy character with sweet, fruity and smoky shades, and suits evenings and cooler seasons. It opens with saffron and blackcurrant, spice and tart fruit arriving together. In the heart, rose and frankincense take over, and the floral side softens into a smoky, resinous feel. Ambrette seed and patchouli lay a woody, oriental base underneath. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. More voters call it feminine, though a good share find it masculine. Novellista Saffron Whisper and Louis Vuitton Nouveau Monde have a close profile.

Flowerhead (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Byredo · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Byredo Flowerhead Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and lightly fruity unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and everyday wear. It opens with Sicilian lemon, lingonberry and angelica seed, giving a bright, green and slightly tart citrus start. In the heart, rose, jasmine sambac and tuberose bring the floral side forward. Amber and suede in the base soften the scent and make it sweeter. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, then summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Just over half of the votes call it feminine. Its profile is close to DKNY Be Delicious (Eau de Parfum) and Stella McCartney Sheer Stella.

Cuir Sellier / Sellier / La Selle

7.4

Byredo · 2016

Green · Sweet · Synthetic

Byredo Cuir Sellier / Sellier / La Selle is a unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings, with leather meeting tobacco and smoke. It opens with cashmeran and black tea, then leather and tobacco take the heart. Oakmoss and birch in the base set a woody, earthy, smoky tone that carries through. Green and spicy facets are softened by sweetness, with a slightly synthetic sheen alongside. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. Alexandria Fragrances Hafez in Milan and Pineward Eldritch have a close profile.

Unnamed

7.4

Byredo · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Byredo Unnamed is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent that most voters pick for spring and summer, and for daily and office wear. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding a room. It is worn mostly through the day, at leisure and at work, with evening and night use well behind. Voters split between feminine and masculine, leaning slightly feminine. Gin and pink pepper give it a fresh, lightly spicy start. Iris and violet bring a powdery, floral softness to the heart. Fir balsam and tree moss then settle into a green, woody base. Chérigan Shanghai Le Soir and Chanel Chance (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Lil Fleur

6.3

Byredo · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Byredo Lil Fleur is a fresh, floral unisex scent where fruity sweetness is balanced by spice and leather. Saffron, mandarin orange and blackcurrant give a bright, fruity, lightly spiced opening. In the heart, damask rose and leather take over, so the floral side picks up a leathery edge. The base of ambergris, vanilla and blond woods sweetens the scent and settles it on a soft, woody ground. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, then fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Though unisex, nearly half of voters read it as feminine. Alexandre.J Western Leather Gold Skin and Byredo Black Saffron (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Desert Dawn

7.3

Byredo · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Byredo Desert Dawn is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green character with floral, spicy and woody tones, leaning towards easy daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it sits close to the skin and stays comfortable. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily, leisure and business settings come up most often. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads open to both. It starts with rose and cardamom; cedarwood, sandalwood and carrot seed then build a woody middle. Vetiver, papyrus and musk finish in the base with a soft, creamy feel. The overall impression is fresh and green, with a light spicy edge.

Encens Chembur

7.1

Byredo · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Byredo Encens Chembur is a fresh, resinous unisex scent that sets bergamot and lemon against temple frankincense and spice; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily and business wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits somewhere in between. It opens with bergamot and lemon for a citrus freshness. The heart brings nutmeg, ginger and temple frankincense, adding a spicy, smoky resin. The base of musk, labdanum and amber softens it and settles it into a warm, woody finish.

Seven Veils

6.9

Byredo · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Byredo Seven Veils is a floral, sweet and gourmand scent with a spicy edge; it is unisex and has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings, leisure time and nights out leaning strongest. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Just over half of voters read it as feminine, though it is made as a unisex scent. It opens with pimento and carrot, and wisteria and oleander give the heart its floral tone. In the base, sandalwood and vanilla sweeten it and settle it into a warm, woody, powdery finish. Slava Zaïtsev Nikita and Dior Hypnotic Poison (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Bullion (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Byredo · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Byredo Bullion Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings, with a leathery, woody core softened by sweet fruit; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits evenings and nights out best, though it also gets votes for spring days. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as open to both. The opening pairs black plum with pink pepper, so the fruity sweetness is cut with a little spice. In the heart, magnolia and osmanthus add a floral layer while leather comes forward. The base of musk, dark woods and sandalwood settles into a warm, woody finish.

M/Mink

5.9

Byredo · 2010

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Byredo M/Mink is a unisex scent that opens fresh and green and settles into a resinous, sweet, smoky base, leaning towards autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, then winter and spring, with summer well behind. It is chosen mostly for leisure time and evenings out. More voters find it masculine than feminine, though a fair share read it as feminine. Adoxal sits on top and frankincense in the heart, over a base of amber, clover honey and patchouli. The fresh, green start soon gives way to a spicy, woody, resinous warmth, with the honey's sweetness checked by earthy patchouli. Animal and smoky shades stay in the background. Its profile is close to Profumum Roma Patchouly and D.S. & Durga Siberian Snow.

Open Sky

7.1

Byredo · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Byredo Open Sky is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex fragrance, and it has been discontinued. It is built from honey pomelo, Palo Santo, black pepper, hemp and vetiver. The citrus and green side leads, while spicy and woody accords give it a dry edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure and daily wear, and works at the office too. It sits between masculine and feminine. The Dua Brand High Skies and Penhaligon's Juniper Sling have a close profile.

Green

6.6

Byredo · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Byredo Green is a fresh, powdery unisex scent that carries the brightness of petitgrain and sage into a floral heart of rose, violet and jasmine; it has been discontinued. It opens green and citrusy with petitgrain and sage. The heart turns softly floral with rose, violet, jasmine and honeysuckle, and the base of almond, tonka bean and musk sweetens it and settles into a powdery warmth. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It reads more feminine than masculine to most voters. Chloé Innocence and Santa Maria Novella Rosa have a close profile.

Palermo

6.5

Byredo · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Byredo Palermo is a fresh, citrusy unisex fragrance with floral and green edges, best suited to spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it fits leisure and daily wear best, with office use close behind. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays a quiet companion through the day. Votes for feminine and masculine are nearly even, which puts it somewhere in between. It opens with bitter orange and Sicilian bergamot, a bright citrus start. Rose absolute and musk bring a soft floral heart, and musk with abelmoschus closes it smoothly at the base. The overall feel is fresh, green and slightly fruity, with a synthetic edge. Dior Miss Dior L'Eau and Karl Lagerfeld Kapsule Light have a close profile.

Oliver Peoples

7.2

Byredo · 2015

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Byredo Oliver Peoples is a unisex scent that sets a citrusy, fruity opening against a spicy, woody and earthy base; it has been discontinued. It begins with juniper berry and lemon, bright and sweet-fruity. In the heart, orris butter and patchouli lead, pulling the scent toward something powdery and earthy. Musk, everlasting flower and sand sit underneath, with a faintly synthetic edge in the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure and daily wear come first. More voters read it as masculine, though a good number find it feminine. Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2015 and Rue Broca Théorème pour Homme have a close profile.

Havana Tonka

7.6

Byredo · 2026

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Byredo Havana Tonka is a sweet, gourmand unisex fragrance that pairs roasted tonka bean absolute with rum and crème brûlée. Longevity and sillage are both rated good: it stays on skin for a long time and projects comfortably. Its unisex character suits men and women alike. It opens with bergamot and pink pepper over a sweet, spicy, slightly synthetic gourmand feel. Tobacco, violet and white suede lead the heart, while tonka, benzoin and patchouli give the base a woody, resinous warmth. Navitus Parfums Raised Spirits and Zara 004 Ultra Glitch have a close profile.