The Perfume Library

14 perfumes

Viva Rock

John Richmond · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Richmond Viva Rock is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that opens with Sicilian mandarin orange, cactus blossom and starfruit; it has been discontinued. The opening is bright, with citrus and fruity freshness up front. In the heart, Damask rose, jasmine and cherry blossom form a floral frame. The base of iris, ambergris and musk settles into a powdery, creamy, lightly woody finish, with a synthetic sheen running through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter trails far behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions, which fits a light, clean scent made for daytime.

John Richmond for Men

6.8

John Richmond · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

John Richmond for Men is a fresh men's fragrance led by citrus and green tones, settling onto a spicy, woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Some voters also pick up a synthetic edge. With no season or occasion votes, there is little to say beyond that it is a men's scent. It opens with bergamot, orange blossom and ginger for a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, black pepper, cardamom and rosemary add a spicy, green note while watermelon brings a light fruitiness. Vetiver, cedar, musk and amber anchor it in a woody base.

John Richmond for Women

6.8

John Richmond · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Richmond for Women is a fresh, lightly sweet floral with citrus and green touches, made for easy everyday wear. Daily wear and the office come up most, and most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn next. Longevity is rated good while sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It opens with pink grapefruit, blackberry and pear for a fruity brightness. The heart of lily, magnolia and narcissus adds a soft, slightly powdery floral note. Patchouli, amber and sandalwood settle it into a woody, sweet base. Lanvin Rumeur 2 Rose and Van Cleef & Arpels Rêve have a close profile.

Richmond X Man

6.9

John Richmond · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Richmond Richmond X Man is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens with Italian bergamot, violet leaf and Madagascar pepper; it has been discontinued. At the start, bergamot and lemon give a bright citrus lift, violet leaf adds a green edge and pepper a light spice. The heart of lavender, pineapple and cashmeran brings out the fruity and floral side. The base of patchouli, tonka bean, nagarmotha and Viginia cedar leaves a sweet, woody finish. Aquatic and synthetic tones run through the accords. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it may need a refresh through the day, though the vote count is small and these readings are tentative. It is presented as a men's fragrance. Bentley Bentley for Men Azure and Aigner Clear Day for Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.