The Perfume Library

134 perfumes

Aigues Vives (Eau de Parfum)

Galimard

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Aigues Vives Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a green, spicy, powdery chypre character; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, bergamot and orange blossom, then moves into galbanum, cinnamon and lavender, where the green and spicy side comes forward. The base of jasmine, dried fruits and moss, with animal and woody touches, settles it into a dry, powdery chypre. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick it for daily wear and leisure, with evening and business use following behind. Salvador Dali Dali (Eau de Toilette) and Jacomo Silences (1978) (Parfum de Toilette) have a close profile.

Frisson

7.3

Galimard

Floral · Green · Sweet

Napoléon 1815

7.9

Galimard · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Galimard Napoléon 1815 is a men's fragrance that opens with a fresh, citrusy and green brightness and settles onto a woody, powdery base. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays with you through the day without filling the room. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. No season or occasion votes are available, so nothing can be said about those. It opens with pepper, citron and mandarin orange, a fresh and lightly spicy start. In the heart, jasmine, rose and patchouli add a floral, earthy side. Vanilla, sandalwood and vetiver then soften it and close on a woody note. Gucci Envy for Men and Balmain de Balmain have a close profile.

Oud Vanille

8.4

Galimard · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Galimard Oud Vanille is a sweet, creamy and powdery oriental in which oud and vanilla meet on a floral base, worn by men and women alike. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. The vote count is small, but every voter rated the lasting power high. There is no data on season or occasion; the sweet, resinous build suits cooler weather. It opens with rose and geranium in a floral start. In the heart, oud, carnation and patchouli form a woody frame, while vanilla, musk and amber carry the base into a creamy, gourmand warmth. Floris Honey Oud and Zimaya Impulse Oud have a close profile.

Bel Canto pour Homme (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Galimard · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Bel Canto pour Homme Eau de Parfum is a fresh, woody men's fragrance that joins the brightness of Calabrian bergamot and lemon to the warmth of vanilla and sandalwood. It opens with a lively citrus lift from bergamot and lemon. In the heart, precious woods, Virginia cedar and rosewood build a woody core, softened by floral and fruity touches and a little spice. The base leaves Bourbon vanilla, dry woods and sandalwood, settling into a sweet, warm woodiness. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. With its fresh, woody build, it suits easy daytime wear and reads masculine. Few people have rated it, so these impressions are tentative. Galimard Bel Canto (Parfum) and The Dua Brand Italian Waters V have a close profile.

Gaïac Précieux

7.1

Galimard · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Galimard Gaïac Précieux is a unisex scent that opens on honey and cumin and deepens into violet and patchouli, with sweetness and spice resting on a woody base. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, so it leaves a noticeable but not overpowering trail close to the wearer. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. The vote count is small, so these ratings are a first impression rather than a firm verdict. Honey and cumin come first, the sweetness held in check by spice. Moving to the heart, Sumatran patchouli and violet add an earthy, slightly floral tone. Gaiac wood, sandalwood and cedarwood then form a woody frame, softened by amber, white musk and Bourbon vanilla. Quearmé N-Geen and Christian Materne First Man have a close profile.

Oud Intense

8.2

Galimard · 2022

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Galimard Oud Intense is a woody, smoky unisex fragrance built on oud, leather and cistus. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though some wear it for leisure or the office. It reads as unisex rather than masculine or feminine. The top has rose and coriander, the heart castoreum, patchouli and sandalwood, and the base is led by leather, cistus and oud. A floral, spicy start gives way to something resinous, earthy and animalic. Rania J. Cuir Andalou and Montale Aoud Queen Roses have a close profile.

Grasse à Toi

6.1

Galimard

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Galimard Grasse à Toi is a fresh, floral women's fragrance, with citrus and green touches softened by a powdery, creamy sweetness. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It is made for women and has been discontinued. The top carries ylang-ylang and jasmine; the heart brings lily of the valley, peach blossom, iris and red fruits. Vanilla sits at the base, adding sweetness and a creamy softness. The overall impression is a fresh, fruity, lightly powdery floral.

Gelsomino

6.1

Galimard

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Galimard Gelsomino is a women's fragrance that opens with bergamot and orange and settles into a floral heart of jasmine, tuberose and rose; it has been discontinued. The top is a fresh citrus lift from bergamot and orange. In the heart, jasmine, tuberose and rose lead, with a creamy softness running through the florals. The base of vetiver, musk and vanilla sweetens and rounds it off, and a light spicy edge stays in the background. Its sillage is rated moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room, though the number of votes is small and this is only a rough impression. Its profile is close to Armaf Pink Coral and La Rive Madame Isabelle.

Canaïca (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Galimard

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Canaïca Eau de Parfum is a floral, fruity feminine scent with a sweet, gourmand and powdery character. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the small number of votes makes this a hint rather than a firm verdict. It reads feminine, sweet and warm. It opens with bergamot, ylang-ylang, caramel and lilac. The heart builds a floral body from raspberry, iris, jasmine and tuberose. The base of musk, amber, sandalwood and vanilla finishes it with a woody, powdery, oriental warmth.

Flibustier (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Galimard

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Flibustier Eau de Parfum is a men's fougère that sets the brightness of bergamot, lavender and lemon on a warm base of patchouli, vetiver and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. It is classed as a masculine fragrance. Galimard Flibustier has been discontinued. It opens fresh and citrusy with bergamot, lavender and lemon. Patchouli, geranium and cinnamon then bring an earthy, spicy and slightly floral heart. Vetiver, vanilla and amber settle it onto a woody, sweet base, while the green and oriental touches stay in the background of the fougère structure. Bois 1920 Vetiver Ambrato and Davidoff Relax (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Sensuel Safran

7.5

Galimard · 2019

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Galimard Sensuel Safran is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance led by saffron and rose. It opens with Sicilian lemon and saffron, where the citrus freshness meets the warmth of the spice. The heart of rose, jasmine, iris and Sumatran patchouli forms a floral, slightly powdery body. The base of Bourbon vanilla, amber and sandalwood leaves a sweet, oriental trail, while cedarwood and oakmoss ground it in a woody footing. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a tentative reading. It suits anyone who wants a warm, full scent that sits comfortably on both men and women. Close in profile are El Nabil Musc Red Rose and Birkholz Nights in Noto.

Monsieur Galimard

8.0

Galimard

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Galimard Monsieur Galimard is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance with a spicy, earthy-woody backdrop; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters place it in daily wear, leisure and evenings, with business and nights out coming slightly behind. It opens bright with tarragon, Amalfi lemon, bergamot and lavender. In the heart, sage, geranium and cinnamon add green and spice. The base of musk, oakmoss and sandalwood leaves a dry, woody, slightly leathery fougère finish. Its profile is close to Massimo Dutti Massimo Dutti (Eau de Toilette) and Azzaro Azzaro pour Homme (Eau de Toilette).

Lapis Lazuli

6.9

Galimard

Fresh · Floral · Green

Galimard Lapis Lazuli is a women's fragrance that pairs the fruity freshness of peach and raspberry with a floral heart of violet and ylang-ylang, settling into a vanilla-sweet base. Its longevity is rated moderate, so it reads as a restrained scent rather than a long-lasting one. It is made for women and has been discontinued. It opens with peach and raspberry, fresh and slightly green in feel. In the heart, violet and ylang-ylang add a soft, faintly powdery floral note. The base of tonka bean, vanilla and sandalwood dries down creamy and gourmand. Schuback Mol Escence Rouge and Arts&Scents Sweet Desire have a close profile.

Nuit Câline (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Galimard · 2014

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Nuit Câline Eau de Parfum is a floral, spicy fragrance for women that opens with bright pink grapefruit, orange and bergamot and sweetens them with rose and clove. The opening is fresh and fruity, with pink grapefruit, orange, bergamot and lemon. In the heart, rose, clove and geranium add a soft floral note and a touch of spice. The base of ambergris and patchouli settles into a woody, powdery, resinous warmth, while the gourmand and oriental accents keep a quiet sweetness running throughout.

Oud Rose

7.5

Galimard · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

Galimard Oud Rose is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral body with spicy, woody warmth. The top holds rose, saffron and Italian bergamot: the bergamot keeps it bright while saffron adds a spicy edge. In the heart, May rose, night-blooming jasmine and gardenia deepen the floral side. The base of musk, sandalwood and osmanthus softens it and settles it onto a woody, oriental footing. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, and every voter finds the longevity high, though the vote count is small. Its rose-led, spicy build makes it noticeable, so a little goes a long way. Galimard Collection Privée – Aoud Rose and Junaid Perfumes Wujood have a close profile.

Plumetis (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Galimard

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Plumetis Eau de Parfum is a sweet, powdery women's fragrance that opens on green notes and cardamom and carries heliotrope, mimosa and jasmine at its centre. It begins fresh and lightly spiced, with green notes and cardamom leading. The heart of heliotrope, mimosa and jasmine is floral, powdery and creamy. The base of white musk, sandalwood, tonka bean and amber sweetens the scent and pulls it towards a warm, woody, gourmand finish. Jo Malone Mimosa & Cardamom (Cologne) and Annayake Miyabi Woman have a close profile.

Bois de Lune (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Galimard · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Galimard Bois de Lune Eau de Toilette is a feminine fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of apple, pear and Provençal lavender with a floral heart of ylang-ylang and iris. The top notes bring a fruity freshness, and the Provençal lavender adds a green, lightly spicy edge. At the heart, ylang-ylang and iris give a floral, powdery softness, with cedarwood laying a woody foundation beneath. In the base, musk, sandalwood and gourmand notes sweeten the scent and give it a creamy texture. Fresh, floral and green accords lead, while the sweetness stays in the background. Gucci Tears of Iris and Ramón Monegal Impossible Iris have a close profile.

Evie (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Galimard · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Evie Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and sweet women's scent built around rose, lily and vanilla. Its sillage is rated weak, so it tends to stay close to the skin, though with few votes this is only a rough indication. It is described as a feminine fragrance. Rose and lily give it a floral frame, vanilla and amber sweeten and soften it, and white musk leaves a clean, powdery base. A fruity touch and a slightly synthetic sheen round out the accords. Galimard Evie has a close profile to Ulric de Varens Cotton Musk and Zara Woman Fruity.

Lem

7.7

Galimard · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Galimard Lem is a fresh, green men's fougère that pairs citrus brightness with woody depth; it has been discontinued. It opens with juniper, bergamot and lavender: the bergamot carries the citrus freshness, while lavender and juniper give it a green, aromatic edge. In the heart, frankincense, pine and rosemary take over, adding a resinous, forest-like depth while rosemary keeps the green note going. The base of labdanum, moss and orange settles the scent on a warm, earthy footing, with the orange adding a soft, fruity sweetness. The overall impression is a clean, spicy-tinged fougère that stays lively from start to finish.