The Perfume Library

Aspen for Men (Cologne)

7.5

Coty · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Coty Aspen for Men (Cologne) is a fresh fougère for men that builds lemon, mint and bergamot over a heart of vetiver and lavender; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind and winter well back. Daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions, and sport gets a fair share too. Nearly half of voters call it masculine, and some find it classic. Citrus and mint give it a cool, clean start. In the heart, lavender and vetiver push it into a green, woody direction. Oakmoss and amber leave a dry, lightly spicy base underneath. Aquatic and synthetic touches keep the whole thing reading as airy.

Emeraude (Eau de Cologne)

8.1

Coty

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Cologne

Coty Emeraude Eau de Cologne is a classic-leaning women's scent that pairs bright citrus with a powdery, resinous warmth; it has been discontinued. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters point to autumn first, then spring and winter, and it sits closest to leisure, daytime and evening wear. Voters mostly call it feminine and classic. It opens with lemon, bergamot and orange, with lemon grass pushing it toward green. In the heart, jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang build a floral body. Vanilla, benzoin and sandalwood sweeten the base into a powdery, resinous warmth, while patchouli adds a woody depth.

Vanilla Fields (Cologne)

6.9

Coty · 1993

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Coty Vanilla Fields is a floral, sweet women's cologne built on jasmine, mimosa and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring and summer trailing behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also suits evenings and the office. Voters mostly call it feminine and classic. The notes read as one blend rather than separate layers: jasmine and mimosa set a floral base, while vanilla sweetens it and pulls it towards a creamy, powdery softness. Gourmand and oriental accents keep the sweetness warm, with a faint woody trace in the background. Gaultier² (2022) and Dior Hypnotic Poison Elixir have a close profile.

Ex'cla-ma'tion

6.9

Coty · 1988

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Coty Ex'cla-ma'tion is a fresh, fruity floral for women, sweet and powdery with a light spice; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters call it feminine, with some reading it as classic or modern. Fall, spring and summer draw about equal support, with winter a little behind. It is chosen most for leisure and daily wear, and it also finds a place at the office. Perfumes with a close profile include Elizabeth Arden True Love and Jil Sander Sun. It opens with apricot, peach, green notes and bergamot, a fruity and fresh start. The heart of rose, jasmine, heliotrope, lily of the valley and orris root builds a floral, powdery body. Sandalwood, cedar, vanilla, cinnamon, amber and musk in the base sweeten and soften the finish.

L'Aimant (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Coty

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Coty L'Aimant Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral scent with sweet, powdery and creamy shades, leaning feminine and classic in feel; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. It gets votes across all four seasons, with spring and fall slightly ahead. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, then evening and night outings. Most call it feminine, and a fair number call it classic. The scent is entirely floral: jasmine, Gallic rose and Bulgarian rose lead, violet and lily of the valley add freshness, and orange blossom softens the sweetness. A woody base sits underneath, with a powdery, creamy touch. Cerruti 1881 pour Femme (2018) and French Avenue Noble Cedar have a close profile.

Chanson d'Eau

7.8

Coty · 1995

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Coty Chanson d'Eau is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange, lemon and bergamot for a citrus freshness, while lavender and hyacinth pull it towards the green and floral. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, mango and pineapple add a fruity, floral touch. Bamboo, musk, iris and sandalwood settle it onto a soft, powdery base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily and leisure wear come first, with business and sport not far behind. Most voters read it as feminine. Guerlain Cologne du Parfumeur and Al Haramain Coupé have a close profile.

Vanilla Musk

6.9

Coty · 1994

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Coty Vanilla Musk is a sweet, creamy and powdery vanilla scent that has been discontinued; it reads as feminine and suits the colder months best. Most voters pick winter and fall, with summer and spring well behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works for evenings too. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters call it feminine. The scent is built almost entirely on vanilla and musk: a gourmand sweetness with a creamy softness. Sandalwood and cedar hold that sweetness on a woody base, while the spicy and animal touches stay in the background. Scent by the Sea Sandalwood Vanilla and Celine Black Tie have a close profile.

Sand & Sable (Cologne)

7.0

Coty · 1981

Floral · Green · Fruity

Coty Sand & Sable (Cologne) is a floral women's scent built on jasmine, tuberose, rose and gardenia, and it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most common occasions. Most voters find it feminine and classic. The floral notes lead: jasmine, tuberose, rose and gardenia run through the whole scent. Green, fruity and sweet touches sit alongside the florals, and a powdery, creamy softness rounds it out.

Route 66 (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Coty · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Coty Route 66 Eau de Toilette is a citrusy, green and woody fougère that opens fresh and settles into a spicy, resinous depth; it reads masculine and has been discontinued. The top notes of pineapple, bergamot and lemon give a bright, fruity start. In the heart, tarragon, lavender and oakmoss add a green, chypre-like edge. The base of labdanum, sandalwood and patchouli grounds it in a woody, resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring and summer get a fair share too. It leans towards daily and leisure wear and also works in the office. The character is clearly masculine. Roja Parfums Apex and Grès Cabaret Homme have a close profile.

Preferred Stock (1990) (Cologne)

7.8

Coty · 1990

Fresh · Floral · Green

Coty Preferred Stock (1990) Cologne is a fresh men's cologne built on green, floral and woody notes, suited to daytime and the office. The scent is fresh and green from start to finish. Floral notes sit softly beside the green, and woody notes settle it onto a dry, calm base. Spicy and resinous accents stay in the background, with a powdery trace and a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are rated as moderate. Most voters pick it for daytime and business wear, and some choose it for leisure or evenings. It is a masculine scent and has been discontinued.

Wild Musk

6.7

Coty · 1972

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Coty Wild Musk is a powdery women's fragrance in which jasmine and rose are softened by musk and vanilla over a fresh floral base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Voters spread across all four seasons, with fall only slightly ahead, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine, while some call it classic or masculine. Jasmine and rose form the floral frame, musk adds an animal, powdery warmth, and vanilla brings sweetness. The fresh accord keeps it from turning into a heavy oriental, while the spicy and woody tones stay in the background. Margaret Astor Musk and Montale Intense Roses Musk have a close profile.

Wild Lagoon

7.4

Coty · 1995

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Coty Wild Lagoon is a fresh, green and fruity floral for women, built around orange blossom, bergamot and pineapple; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange blossom, green notes, bergamot, pineapple and lemon. The heart is a floral bundle of carnation, tuberose, ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose. Vetiver, benzoin, cedar, vanilla and amber settle underneath, giving it a woody, sweet base, with aquatic and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters place it in autumn and spring, with summer close behind, and favour it for daily wear and leisure. Grès Cabotine and Joop! Berlin have a close profile.

Complice (Eau de Toilette)

8.5

Coty · 1973

Floral · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Coty Complice Eau de Toilette is a powdery, green floral chypre for women, opening on bergamot and aldehydes and carrying lilac, rose and jasmine at its heart; it has been discontinued. It opens bright and lightly spiced with bergamot, orange blossom, aldehydes and peach. In the heart, lilac, narcissus and rose lead, softened by a powdery iris. The base settles into vetiver, oakmoss, sandalwood and musk, with civet adding a deep, animalic edge. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and evening and night-out wear get the most votes. It reads clearly feminine. Its profile is close to Le Galion Sortilège and Rabanne Calandre.

Universo (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Coty · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Coty Universo Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent led by lavender, neroli and green notes; it has been discontinued. The top opens with lavender, bergamot, lemon and rosemary, joined by pineapple and galbanum, so the start is lively, green and slightly fruity. In the heart, jasmine, rose and geranium add a soft floral touch, with coriander giving a little spice. Cedar, amber and musk settle it onto a woody base. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. Most pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business get equal votes. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) and Kenzo Kenzo pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) share a close profile.

Prêt à Porter

7.2

Coty · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Coty Prêt à Porter is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange and pink grapefruit, while rose and violet leaf add a green, floral edge to that brightness. In the heart, cardamom, nutmeg and black pepper bring a spicy warmth, softened by freesia and magnolia. The base settles on oakmoss and sandalwood, giving it a woody footing. Aquatic and fruity touches keep the overall feel light and slightly sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter rarely gets a vote. It leans towards daily wear and the office, with some votes for leisure and sport too. It reads as a feminine scent. La Rive Miss You and Frapin L'Humaniste have a close profile.

L'Effleur (1990)

7.7

Coty · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacq's (Eau de Cologne)

8.0

Coty · 1979

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Cologne

Musk for Men (Cologne)

7.8

Coty · 1974

Floral · Sweet · Woody

Coty Musk for Men is a sweet, powdery men's cologne that pairs musk, amber and lemon with woody notes. Musk for Men has moderate longevity and weak sillage, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It is positioned as a men's fragrance and has been discontinued. The vote counts are small, so these impressions are tentative. The scent runs sweet and powdery, with musk and amber forming its backbone and lemon lightening the weight. Woody notes add a dry base. Floral, oriental and earthy accords sit alongside animal and chypre touches. Jōvan Musk for Men (Cologne) and Hunca Ivrindi have a close profile.

Sophia (Cologne)

7.7

Coty · 1981

Floral · Green · Sweet

Coty Sophia (Cologne) is a spicy, resinous and faintly smoky floral oriental, presented as a women's fragrance with a dense, warm character; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without filling a room. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said about those. It opens with orange and bergamot brightened by aldehydes, with spices close behind. The heart builds a floral core of rose, jasmine, ylang-ylang and iris, kept spicy by cinnamon and clove. In the base, vanilla, musk, sandalwood and Russian leather dominate, leaving a sweet, powdery, leathery finish. Estēe Lauder Cinnabar and Yves Rocher Ispahan have a close profile.

Ici (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Coty · 1995

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Coty Ici Eau de Toilette is a floral and sweet scent with fruity, gourmand and oriental touches, made for women, and it has been discontinued. The scent reads as a single whole: magnolia, orchid, mimosa and exotic blossoms form a floral frame, while citrus fruits add a fruity brightness. Cocoa and sweet notes pull it towards a gourmand sweetness, and amber and musk settle it onto a warm, resinous, slightly spicy oriental base. A synthetic accord gives the whole a bright, sugary finish.

Desperate Housewives Forbidden Fruit

5.5

Coty · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Green

Coty Desperate Housewives Forbidden Fruit is a fresh, floral and sweet women's fragrance built on peach, apple and orange blossom; it has been discontinued. It opens fruity and bright with peach, apple and orange blossom. The heart turns floral with lily, jasmine, wisteria and ylang-ylang, with a green edge running through. The base of cedar, vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood sweetens it and gives it a woody footing. Longevity is rated moderate, though only a few votes back this up. It reads as a light, youthful feminine scent. Joop! Joop! Thrill Woman and Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild have a close profile.

Coty d'Azur (Eau de Parfum)

8.2

Coty

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Dulce Vanilla

7.5

Coty · 1999

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Coty Dulce Vanilla is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that sets caramel, coconut and raspberry in a warm amber base; it has been discontinued. Caramel and coconut give the scent a creamy, sugary body. Raspberry adds a fruity brightness to that sweetness, while amber wraps it all in an oriental, lightly spicy warmth. It stays in one piece from start to finish, dense and sweet. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the few votes make that a loose guide. It reads clearly feminine and suits anyone who likes sweet, gourmand perfumes. Label Vanilla and Chabaud Lait Concentré have a close profile.

Gravity (Cologne)

6.7

Coty · 1992

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Coty Gravity is a men's cologne that pairs a fresh, sweet character with spicy, woody and powdery touches. It has been discontinued. The scent stays on a fresh, sweet line: mandarin orange brings a bright lift, while sage adds a spicy, slightly herbal edge. Vanilla sweetens it and gives a powdery softness, and woody notes form a dry base underneath. The oriental accord adds a warm edge to the sweetness, yet the fresh side keeps the whole from feeling heavy. Chanel Allure (Eau de Parfum) and Laura Biagiotti Essenza di Roma have a close profile.