The Perfume Library

Traditional (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Hugh Parsons · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Traditional Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and woody men's fragrance built around mandarin orange, Sicilian lemon and juniper berry. It opens bright with mandarin orange and Sicilian lemon, while herbs and blackberry pull that freshness towards a green, lightly fruity side. The heart turns dry and spicy with angelica seed, juniper berry, Madagascan pepper and cardamom. Cedarwood, Mysore sandalwood and ambergris settle it onto a calm woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear and the office leading the occasions. It reads as masculine and classic. Jo Malone Aqua Lemon and Acqua di Parma Bergamotto di Calabria have a close profile.

Oxford Street (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Hugh Parsons · 2009

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Oxford Street Eau de Parfum is a men's scent that sets a fresh, spicy opening on a sweet, woody, slightly earthy base, best suited to work and everyday wear in fall and spring. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter next; business and leisure are the top occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with some votes for classic and modern. Sicilian mandarin orange, grapefruit and star anise give a bright, fresh start. Cumin, cinnamon and cardamom bring the spice forward in the heart. Cistus, Bourbon vetiver and oud then settle it into a resinous, woody base. Morph Kolonaki and Parfums MDCI L'Elégant have a close profile.

Whitehall (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Hugh Parsons · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Whitehall Eau de Parfum is a woody scent for men that balances a fresh, green citrus brightness with spice, smoke and leather. It opens with orange blossom, grapefruit and bergamot, a bright citrus start. Geranium adds a green touch at the heart, while black pepper and white pepper bring the spice forward. The base of white amber, Bourbon vetiver, Russian leather and Singapore patchouli settles into a smoky, powdery, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and business the leading occasions. Voters mostly read it as masculine and classic. Dunhill Icon Elite and Police Instinct have a close profile.

Hyde Park (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Hugh Parsons · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Hyde Park Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green fougère for men that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, while winter trails behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often, and most voters read it as masculine. It opens with the cool brightness of bergamot, pink pepper and angelica, alongside the green edge of blackcurrant and fig leaf. In the heart, damask rose and jasmine sambac sit with the soft, sweet fruitiness of fig. The base of frankincense, labdanum, patchouli and vetiver gives it a woody, resinous footing. Onyrico Michelangelo and M. Micallef Sous Le Figuier have a close profile.

Piccadilly Circus (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Hugh Parsons

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Piccadilly Circus Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green, citrusy men's scent built around rosemary, cedarwood and lemon; it has been discontinued. It opens with rosemary, cedarwood and lemon, giving a fresh and slightly fruity start. The heart of vetiver, pittosporum and lavender forms a green, woody core with a spicy edge behind it. Ambergris, tonka bean and musk soften the base. Longevity is weak and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine.

99, Regent Street (Eau de Parfum)

6.2

Hugh Parsons · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons 99, Regent Street Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens on French violet leaf, mastic and Bourbon geranium leaf. The top notes feel green and lightly resinous. In the heart, jasmine sambac, freesia and iris add a soft floral touch, while the aquatic and fruity accords keep it light. The base of musk, ambrette seed and ambergris leaves a gently sweet, woody finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most votes call it masculine, with some seeing it as modern. Moresque Sahara Blue and Pierre de Velay No. 9 have a close profile.

King's Road (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Hugh Parsons

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons King's Road Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy men's scent with aquatic notes and a touch of spice, leaning towards everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, with winter further behind. It suits daily, leisure and business wear, and is chosen less often for nights out. It opens bright with bergamot, grapefruit, blackcurrant and lavender. In the heart, nutmeg, cinnamon and black pepper add spice while aquatic notes keep it airy. The base settles on Singapore patchouli, vetiver and sandalwood, softened by white musk.

Bond Street (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Hugh Parsons · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Bond Street Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and slightly green men's fragrance built around tea, bergamot and jasmine sambac. It opens with tea, ivy and bergamot, which keep it fresh and citrusy. In the heart, jasmine sambac and magnolia add a soft floral note, while white amber, cedarwood, musk and ambrette seed settle it onto a woody, powdery, creamy base. Sweet and spicy touches sit in the accords, but the fresh floral side leads. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is classed as a men's fragrance and has a light character that suits everyday wear. Aristocrazy Brave and Etro White Magnolia have a close profile.

Notting Hill (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Hugh Parsons · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Notting Hill Eau de Parfum is a masculine scent that builds a fresh opening of ginger, bergamot and lemon blossom over a heart of magnolia and marine notes. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. The votes behind these ratings are few, so treat them as a rough guide. No season or occasion votes are available, but its fresh, aquatic character points towards warmer days. Ginger, bergamot and lemon blossom open citrusy and lightly spicy. In the heart, magnolia and marine notes add a floral, green and aquatic feel. Patchouli and musk sweeten the base slightly and settle it on a woody ground. Lacoste Essential Sport and Sospiro Vibrato have a close profile.

Hugh Parsons

Green · Synthetic · Spicy

Hugh Parsons · 2024