The Perfume Library

Cuir Blanc

7.6

Evody · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Evody Cuir Blanc is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral side with a powdery, sweet leather; it has been discontinued. It opens with the cool green of violet leaf. In the heart, amber and iris soften it and turn it powdery. The base holds Russian leather and white musk, and the scent dries down spicy, woody and slightly synthetic in a leathery way. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter third. Evening, night out, daily, leisure and business all draw similar shares. Votes lean feminine, though a good number call it masculine. Juliette Has A Gun Metal Chypré and Prada L'Homme Intense have a close profile.

Noir d'Orient

7.9

Evody · 2014

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Evody Noir d'Orient is a sweet, spicy oriental that sets a gourmand softness against a resinous, smoky and woody body, suited to evenings and the colder months, for anyone. It opens with bay leaf and frankincense, then moves into a heart of patchouli, clove, cinnamon and amber. The spices and resins build a warm, smoky mood. Sandalwood, rum and tonka bean in the base sweeten and soften it. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. Feminine and masculine votes are almost even, so it reads as truly unisex. Evody Ambre Intense and Profumum Roma Patchouly have a close profile.

Ambre Intense

7.7

Evody

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Evody Ambre Intense is a sweet, spicy unisex amber and wood scent that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Bay leaf gives a spicy first impression. The heart holds sandalwood, patchouli and frankincense, while amber and opoponax in the base sweeten it and carry it into a warm, resinous finish. Overall it reads gourmand, earthy and slightly smoky. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. Profumum Roma Patchouly and Evody Noir d'Orient have a close profile.

Bois Secret

7.6

Evody

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Evody Bois Secret is a unisex scent that opens fresh and settles into a sweet, spicy, woody warmth; it has been discontinued, but its character suits fall and winter days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and night out leading the occasions, though daily and business wear get a fair share too. Masculine votes lead, but feminine votes are far from negligible, so it sits between the two. Black pepper and bergamot give a fresh, slightly sharp start. In the heart, nutmeg and sandalwood set the spice on a woody base. Tonka bean sweetens the base, patchouli adds an earthy depth, and amber finishes it with a resinous, powdery warmth.

Rêve d'Anthala

7.1

Evody · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Evody Rêve d'Anthala is a floral, gourmand unisex scent that opens with mandarin orange and petitgrain and sweetens into jasmine, orchid and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Fall and spring lead, with winter and summer close behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. Mandarin orange and petitgrain give a fruity, slightly bitter opening. In the heart, orchid and jasmine add a soft floral note. Siam benzoin, vanilla and amberwood settle it onto a powdery, sweet and woody base. Ulric de Varens Varens Original - French Sweets and ID Parfums Siam Flamboyant have a close profile.

Note de Luxe

7.4

Evody

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Evody Note de Luxe is a floral, sweet fragrance with gourmand, powdery and resinous touches; it is classed as unisex, though most voters find it feminine. It opens with bergamot and lemon, then settles into a floral heart of rose, jasmine and iris. Vanilla leads the base, with patchouli, balsam and elemi resin wrapping it in a spicy, woody, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind; it leans toward evenings and nights out, and also suits leisure and daily wear. It has been discontinued. Fragonard Rêve Indien and Guerlain Shalimar Philtre de Parfum have a close profile.

D'Âme de Pique

7.5

Evody · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Evody D'Âme de Pique is a fresh, floral and fruity unisex scent built around bergamot, pear and rose. It opens with bergamot, pear and blackcurrant leaf, a fresh and fruity start. The heart brings saffron, rose absolute, raspberry and rose, adding a sweet, floral and slightly spicy turn. In the base, patchouli, sandalwood and vanilla settle it onto a soft, woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Over half of voters read it as feminine, though it is sold as unisex. Argos Adonis Awakens and Marni Marni Rose have a close profile.

Musc Intense

7.3

Evody · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Evody Musc Intense is a fresh, powdery unisex scent, with a floral, creamy softness and a light sweet, spicy edge; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh with Italian bergamot, elemi resin and ambrettolide. In the heart, petitgrain and Thai ginger carry both brightness and a little spice. The base of Virginia cedar, sandalwood and musk settles the scent onto a woody, creamy ground. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear and the office. Around half of voters read it as feminine, while a smaller share finds it masculine.

Onde 7

7.9

Evody · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Evody Onde 7 is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with narcissus, Thai ginger and honey, while gaiac wood, tonka bean and beeswax absolute soften the heart. The base of labdanum, castoreum, patchouli and sandalwood leaves a resinous, woody warmth. A gourmand sweetness dominates throughout, with smoke and spice kept in the background. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure and nights out. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost equal, so it reads as truly unisex. Guerlain Tobacco Honey and Parfums de Marly Oajan have a close profile.

Ombre Fumée

7.5

Evody · 2014

Citrus · Green · Spicy

Evody Ombre Fumée is a woody, green unisex scent that sets bright citrus against spice, earth and smoke. It opens with orange, lemon and cardamom, bright and lightly spiced. In the heart, jasmine and iris add a soft floral touch while black pepper and cypress bring a dry, green edge. The base is led by vetiver, Atlas cedar and ambergris, with tonka bean and suede softening the smoky, earthy ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without pushing into the room. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure and evening wear come up most often. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Jacques Zolty Me Gustas and Tauer Perfumes № 07 - Vetiver Dance have a close profile.

Fleur d'Oranger

7.0

Evody

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Evody Fleur d'Oranger is a fresh, citrusy orange blossom scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued, and as a unisex fragrance it works for both daily wear and the office. It opens with mandarin orange and bergamot, bright and citrus-led. In the heart, petitgrain, neroli and orange blossom take over, with the floral side kept fresh by green and slightly fruity touches. The base of ambroxan, musk and cedarwood sets the scent on a woody, powdery footing, with the sweetness staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the leading occasions. Voters mostly find it feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. Givenchy Eau de Givenchy and Acqua di Parma Gelsomino Nobile have a close profile.

Blanc de Sienne

7.1

Evody · 2015

Citrus · Floral · Green

Evody Blanc de Sienne is a unisex scent that opens with basil, lemon and bergamot and carries orange blossom and iris at its heart, leaning towards everyday wear in autumn and spring. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with summer and winter further back. It suits leisure, daytime and office wear, and votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it sits comfortably between the two. The opening is citrusy and green: lemon, bergamot and basil make it fresh. In the heart, orange blossom, iris, cypress and fig add a floral, powdery and slightly sweet feel. Resins, coffee and woods settle it onto a woody, spicy base.

Zeste d'Or

7.3

Evody · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Evody Zeste d'Or is a fresh, spicy unisex scent led by citrus and green accords, leaning towards spring and summer for leisure and work days. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, then autumn, while winter sits well behind. Leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions, with evening getting fewer votes. It reads more masculine to most voters, though a fair share call it feminine. It opens with lemon and bergamot for a bright citrus lift. The heart of rosemary, cardamom and elemi resin adds a green, spicy, lightly resinous turn. Oakmoss and vetiver in the base settle it onto an earthy, dry foundation.

Pomme d'Or

6.4

Evody · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Evody Pomme d'Or is a unisex scent in which lime and bergamot open into a fresh, green, fruity air and settle on oakmoss and cedarwood; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick it for business and daily wear, and it is also worn for leisure and sport. Votes on character split closely between feminine and masculine, with feminine slightly ahead. Lime and bergamot bring a citrus freshness first. In the heart, lotus and juniper berry add a floral, green touch, while oakmoss and cedarwood form a woody base. The overall impression is clean and light, with a slightly synthetic edge. Rituals Soleil d'Or and Escentric Molecules Escentric 02 have a close profile.

Couleur Fauve

8.1

Evody · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Evody Couleur Fauve opens with Sichuan pepper, bergamot and pink pepper, then settles into amber and patchouli: a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. The first impression is bright and sharp, with the peppers and bergamot leading. The heart turns resinous and earthy through amber, patchouli and labdanum. In the base, musk, vanilla and benzoin soften the sweetness, while castoreum and ambergris add an animal, faintly smoky warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, so it reads comfortably on either.

Sens Abstrait

7.6

Evody · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Evody Sens Abstrait is a unisex scent that ties a fresh green and citrus opening to a creamy, lightly sweet woody base. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer; it also works in autumn, and rarely turns up in winter. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the settings voters name most. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Votes are split fairly evenly between feminine and masculine, so it carries no strong gender lean. Green notes and citrus fruits keep the opening bright, and floral notes in the heart make a soft transition. At the base, amber and woody notes sweeten it slightly and close it with a creamy warmth. The overall impression is fresh and clean rather than heavy.

Tubéreuse Manifeste

7.6

Evody · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

Desert Nocturne

8.2

Evody · 2019

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Evody Desert Nocturne is a smoky, animalic unisex oriental built around oud, amber and spice. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters score them high. Its dense, dark character suits those who prefer warm, heavy scents over cool ones, and it reads as fitting on both men and women. It opens with orange and bergamot brightening saffron. In the heart, patchouli, frankincense, cedarwood and rose form an earthy, resinous core. The base of oud, amber, castoreum and vanilla carries it to a warm, smoky, slightly sweet finish.

Sable Pourpre

7.6

Evody · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Evody Sable Pourpre is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that opens on raspberry, saffron and frankincense, settles into patchouli, styrax and rose, and rests on musk, oud and leather. The raspberry's sweetness meets saffron and frankincense at the start, giving a spicy, resinous opening. In the heart, patchouli and styrax lay down an earthy, powdery ground while rose softens the edges. The base of musk, oud and leather dries down woody and smoky, with an oriental, leathery feel overall. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though few votes back this up, so treat it as a rough guide. The dense, spiced build suits cooler weather and evenings. It sits equally well on men and women. Montale Fantastic Oud and Lattafa Just Oud have a close profile.

Evody · 2019

Floral · Green · Fruity