The Perfume Library

35 perfumes

Oxford Bleu (Eau de Parfum)

English Laundry · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

English Laundry Oxford Bleu Eau de Parfum is a fresh men's fragrance built on citrus and green notes, with a powdery sweetness over it and an easy, everyday feel across all four seasons. It opens with lemon, green apple, mint and vervain, so the first impression is cool, green and lightly fruity. In the heart, iris, violet leaf, geranium and tonka bean bring sweetness and a soft, powdery touch. The base of vanilla, vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss settles the scent into a woody, earthy footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring first and autumn second, though winter and summer are close behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, with some votes for business and sport as well. It reads as masculine.

Signature (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

English Laundry · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

English Laundry Signature Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of bergamot, lemon and lavender on a woody base of cedarwood and vetiver. The top notes of bergamot, lemon and lavender give a bright start, with cedarwood adding a dry woody edge from the first spray. Coriander and nutmeg bring spice in the heart. In the base, vetiver, sandalwood, musk and amber soften it into a sweet, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters spread their picks fairly evenly across the four seasons, with spring and fall slightly ahead. Daily wear and leisure are the most common occasions, and it also suits the office and evenings. It is classed as a men's fragrance. English Laundry Arrogant and The Body Shop White Musk for Men have a close profile.

Notting Hill

7.4

English Laundry · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry Notting Hill is a men's fragrance with a clean character, where citrus and floral accords sit together in a fresh, bright way. It opens with blackcurrant, lemon and bergamot, with lime backing up that bright citrus base. In the heart, green leaves, lavender and rosemary add an herbal freshness, while geranium, rose and jasmine soften the floral side. The base settles on sandalwood, cedarwood and oakmoss, with tonka bean adding a light sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are not conclusive. It is positioned as a men's scent, and its fresh, aquatic build suits everyday wear. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

London

8.0

English Laundry · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry London is a men's fragrance where blackberry, pineapple and apple sit over a fresh, green, citrusy frame. It opens fruity and bright, with blackberry, pineapple and apple up front. In the heart, bergamot and juniper keep that freshness going while patchouli and ambergris add a woody, faintly smoky depth. The base of musk, vanilla, oakmoss and jasmine softens everything, with floral and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It is positioned as a men's scent.

Riviera (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

English Laundry · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

English Laundry Riviera Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with an aquatic, lightly sweet feel that dries down soft and powdery. It opens on lime, lemon and bergamot, with cedar giving the brightness a woody footing. In the heart, mandarin orange, lavender and jasmine add a fruity-floral softness, while black pepper and nutmeg bring a little spice. The base settles into sandalwood, oakmoss and gaiac wood. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. Its fresh character suits daytime and warmer weather, and it is made for men. Perry Ellis 360° Red for Men and Zimaya Spectrum have a close profile.

Cambridge Knight (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

English Laundry · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

English Laundry Cambridge Knight Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that opens fresh and citrusy, with grapefruit, blackcurrant and marine notes. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the vote counts are small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It is rated well for value. Positioned as a men's scent, its fresh, aquatic character suits everyday wear. The top brings together lily, musk, grapefruit, blackcurrant and marine notes, giving a fruity, slightly sweet freshness. In the heart, gaiac wood, jasmine and bay leaf add a spicy, woody turn. The base of oakmoss, cedar and patchouli settles it onto a dry, woody footing. Rabanne Invictus (Eau de Toilette) and Sober Mercury No̱ 80 have a close profile.

Crown

7.6

English Laundry

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry Crown is a fresh men's fragrance led by citrus and green notes, with a floral, spicy heart settling onto a woody base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. Voters rate its value for money highly. Grapefruit, lemon and apple open alongside leaf green for a bright start. In the heart, clove, cardamom, ginger and lavender add a spicy, aromatic edge, while rose and geranium pull it toward the floral side. The base of patchouli, oakmoss, cedarwood and tonka bean leaves a woody, slightly powdery warmth. Penhaligon's Zizonia and Creed Vetiver Geranium have a close profile.

Tahitian Waters

7.3

English Laundry · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry Tahitian Waters is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with an aquatic feel softened by floral and lightly sweet touches. Grapefruit, mint and mandarin orange open it on a bright, crisp note. In the heart, lily, magnolia and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base of patchouli, amber and cedarwood closes it on a warm, woody footing, while the fruity and sweet side stays quietly behind the freshness. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. Its light, clean character suits everyday wear. Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl and Birkholz Portraits of Portofino have a close profile.

Armour

7.3

English Laundry · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Woody

English Laundry Armour is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance built around lemon zest, bergamot and lavender. It opens bright, with lemon zest and bergamot, and aromatic notes add a slightly green edge. In the heart, lavender and geranium lead while rose stays in the background and softens the sharpness. Patchouli, oakmoss and musk give the base a woody, earthy footing. Longevity is rated weak and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so take this loosely. The fresh citrus character suits daytime wear and warmer weather, and it reads clearly masculine. Moudon Temptation and Anfar London Intense Sport have a close profile.

Arrogant

7.1

English Laundry · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

English Laundry Arrogant is a fresh, woody men's scent that opens on cedarwood and bergamot and settles around lavender and coriander. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, so it leaves a measured trail. It is classed as a masculine fragrance. Bergamot and cedarwood give a clean, bright start, while lavender and coriander pull it towards a floral, spicy side. In the base, musk, sandalwood and amber sweeten it and bring a powdery, creamy warmth, with woody and faintly smoky accents in the background. Its profile is close to English Laundry Signature (Eau de Parfum) and Initio Rehab.

Windsor

7.7

English Laundry · 2016

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

English Laundry Windsor is a men's fragrance that opens with grapefruit, bergamot and apple, then moves into clove and saffron and settles on leather, tobacco and oud. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters find the staying power high, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It reads as masculine. The top is a bright mix of aldehydes, grapefruit, bergamot and apple. The heart turns warm and spicy with clove, saffron, cinnamon and cardamom, softened by rose, jasmine and violet. The base is woody and animalic, built on vetiver, amber, leather, tobacco and oud, with tonka bean and vanilla adding sweetness. Penhaligon's Halfeti and Nishane Nefs have a close profile.