The Perfume Library

Isles Lointaines

7.5

Keiko Mecheri · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Isles Lointaines is a fresh, creamy floral built on jasmine, tuberose and tiaré, softened by benzoin and vanilla. White flowers lead: jasmine, tuberose, gardenia and tiaré. Citrus notes add freshness, while rose absolute stays in the background. Benzoin, vanilla, almond and musk sweeten it into a powdery, gourmand softness. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters suggest spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. It is a women's fragrance that most voters find feminine. Zeromolecole Amamè and Maison Matine Bain de Midi have a close profile.

Crystal d'Ambre

7.2

Keiko Mecheri · 2009

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Crystal d'Ambre is a resinous, sweet oriental with a powdery, faintly leathery warmth over a floral base, positioned as a women's fragrance. It has been discontinued. Benzoin, labdanum and vanilla build the warm, resinous body of the scent. Suede adds a soft leathery edge, while floral notes keep the sweetness on the powdery side. Indian sandalwood and white musk stay in the background and smooth the texture. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen less often. It leans towards evenings and leisure time, yet is also worn by day and at work. Most votes read it as feminine, and a classic character also stands out.

Wild Berries

6.8

Keiko Mecheri · 2001

Fresh · Floral · Green

Keiko Mecheri Wild Berries is a fresh, fruity women's scent built around blackcurrant bud, wild berries and crystal musk. It reads as a single whole rather than a sequence of stages: wild berries bring the sweetness, blackcurrant bud adds a green, fresh edge, and crystal musk rounds everything off with a floral, powdery softness. It has a slightly synthetic sheen. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most common settings. Most voters call it feminine, with some finding it modern.

Génie des Bois

7.1

Keiko Mecheri · 1999

Floral · Green · Fruity

Keiko Mecheri Génie des Bois is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, green character with a sweet, powdery warmth. Violet and violet leaf form the floral-green backbone, while rosewood gives it a woody base. Benzoin and tonka bean pull the scent toward the resinous and sweet, and cocoa powder adds a soft, powdery, slightly earthy touch. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter. Leisure, evening and daily wear lead the occasions. Voters find it more feminine than masculine, though a good share call it masculine.

Fleurs d'Osmanthe / Osmanthus

7.0

Keiko Mecheri · 2001

Fresh · Floral · Green

Keiko Mecheri Fleurs d'Osmanthe / Osmanthus is a fresh, floral perfume softened by green and fruity touches, made for women and leaning towards spring and summer. It has been discontinued. Tuberose and osmanthus carry the floral line, with white datura alongside them. Apricot adds a fruity sweetness, while musk wraps everything in a powdery softness. A fresh, green air shapes the overall character. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn across daily, leisure, office and evening occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Gucci Bloom and Il Profvmo Gardenia Royal have a close profile.

Patchoulissime

6.9

Keiko Mecheri · 2004

Floral · Green · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Patchoulissime is a floral, woody unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring comes well behind, and summer barely registers. Leisure and evening wear lead, though it also suits the office and daily use. More voters call it feminine than masculine, but a fair number read it as masculine. Patchouli, sandalwood and benzoin carry most of the weight, with jasmine and rose giving the floral side and Calabrian bergamot lifting the heavier notes a little. Ambergris adds warmth underneath. The accords run from green and spicy to earthy and resinous, settling into an oriental feel. Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Patchouli 1969 and El Nabil Oud Warda have a close profile.

Gourmandises

6.8

Keiko Mecheri · 2004

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Gourmandises is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Candied rose and praliné build a sweet, gourmand base, with saffron adding a spicy warmth. Ambrette seed and cashmere wood bring a soft, woody, powdery touch. The floral and fruity sides stay in the background of the sweetness. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Just over half of voters find it feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Lolita Lempicka (Eau de Parfum) and La Perla J'Aime la Nuit have a close profile.

Taormine

6.9

Keiko Mecheri · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Taormine is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built around Calabrian bergamot, Italian lemon and Sicilian petitgrain; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though it is a unisex scent. The citrus notes set the main line, with Sicilian petitgrain adding a green freshness. Floral notes and aromatic notes soften it, while bitter almond leaves a lightly sweet, gourmand trace. Leather stays in the background, and woody and powdery accords round it out.

Musc

7.5

Keiko Mecheri · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

Keiko Mecheri Musc is a fresh, floral unisex musk softened by powdery and woody touches; it has been discontinued. Jasmine and rose form the floral heart, while citrus notes add a light freshness. Crystal musk lays a soft, powdery base beneath them, and benzoin, labdanum, Indian sandalwood and ambergris bring a warm, woody, faintly animal depth. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Voters spread their picks fairly evenly across the four seasons and lean towards daily, leisure and office wear. Most voters read it as feminine, though a good share find it masculine. Ajmal Evoke for Her and Solinotes Musc have a close profile.

Iris Pourpre

7.0

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Keiko Mecheri Iris Pourpre pairs white iris and black iris with rose for a powdery, floral scent made for women, suited to relaxed daytime wear; it has been discontinued. White iris and black iris form the backbone, with rose softening the floral side. Bergamot adds freshness, while the chypre accord leaves a dry depth underneath. The overall impression is fresh, powdery and lightly sweet, with fruity and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads clearly feminine to most. Parfum d'Empire Eau Suave and Serge Lutens La Fille de Berlin have a close profile.

Attar de Roses

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2010

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Attar de Roses is a floral scent built on Taif rose and May rose, sweetened by amber and white honey. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters lean towards autumn and spring, with winter and summer further behind, and they split fairly evenly between daytime and evening wear. Most voters read it as feminine. Two roses sit at the centre, and rosewood grounds that floral body on a woody base, while amber and white honey add a warm, sweet glow. The accords also hint at fruity, spicy and powdery facets, with leathery and oriental shades staying in the background.

Makassar / Bois de Santal

6.9

Keiko Mecheri · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Makassar / Bois de Santal is built around Indian sandalwood, patchouli and Siam benzoin, a sweet, woody and resinous scent. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and speaks quietly. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Daily wear, the office and leisure time lead the occasions. It is sold as a men's fragrance, yet voters lean towards calling it feminine. Rose and patchouli give it a fresh, floral start, while Siam benzoin and tonka bean absolute sweeten it and pull it towards a powdery warmth. Indian sandalwood and ambergris hold the whole on a woody, oriental base.

Damascena

7.5

Keiko Mecheri · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Green

Keiko Mecheri Damascena pairs Moroccan rose and May rose with berries and musk, a fresh, floral women's scent that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, though business and evening also get votes. Most voters read it as feminine. The rose is clear: Moroccan rose and May rose form a floral core. The berries sweeten it lightly, while musk leaves a soft, powdery base. Green and woody touches keep it from turning too sugary. Juliette Has A Gun Miss Charming and Yves Rocher Moment de Bonheur have a close profile.

Sanguine

6.4

Keiko Mecheri · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Keiko Mecheri Sanguine is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent, green and lightly sweet with a soft powdery side. The notes read as a single whole: citrus fruits give a bright start, petitgrain adds a green, slightly bitter edge, and musk softens it all onto a powdery base. Fruity and spicy tones stay in the background, and a faintly synthetic sheen shows up now and then. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and the occasions named most are leisure, daily wear and the office. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it the other way. Perfumes with a close profile include Penhaligon's The Ingénue Cousin Flora and Kiehl's Forest Rain.

Mulholland

6.5

Keiko Mecheri · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Mulholland is a unisex fragrance that smells fresh and citrusy, with green and powdery sides, and it suits daytime wear and warmer seasons. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Votes lean feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Citrus notes and petitgrain give it a bright, green start. Amber and patchouli settle that into a sweet, spicy base, while sandalwood adds a woody, powdery softness. The floral side stays in the background. Parfums de Marly Galloway and Calvin Klein Eternity (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Les Merveilles - Soussanne

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Les Merveilles - Soussanne is a floral, sweet and oriental women's perfume with spicy and powdery touches; it has been discontinued. Tuberose, rose and white lily form the floral core, while citrus notes add a light fruity lift. Saffron brings spice, and amber with crystal musk gives a warm, powdery base. Gourmand notes soften and round off the sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards nights out and evenings, and most voters find it feminine. Calvin Klein Secret Obsession and Aramis Tuscany per Donna (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Passiflora

6.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Green

Keiko Mecheri Passiflora is a fresh, fruity and feminine scent built around lychee, green mango and passion fruit. Lychee, green mango and yellow fruits sit alongside floral notes, with passion fruit adding a juicy edge to the fruit-led mix. White musk softens everything and leaves a faintly powdery base. The overall impression is green and sweet, with a light spiciness and a slightly synthetic brightness. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits leisure and daily wear as well as the office. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it is noticed up close rather than from across the room. Over half of voters read it as feminine.

Un Jour d'Été

7.2

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Un Jour d'Été is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits warm days and light, everyday wear. Mandarin orange, Sicilian lemon and petitgrain lead, giving a bright, crisp citrus impression. Floral notes and aromatic notes soften that freshness, while amber and white musk add a sweet, slightly powdery, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daytime, office and leisure wear lead the occasions. Half of the voters read it as feminine, though it works as a unisex scent. Aigner Début and Laura Biagiotti Biagiotti Due Donna have a close profile.

Mogador

7.4

Keiko Mecheri · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Mogador is a fresh, green floral unisex scent built around jasmine and three different roses. The scent stays floral from start to finish: jasmine, Bulgarian rose, Moroccan rose and May rose work together. Citrus and green tones keep it fresh, a fruity, sweet side softens the flowers, and a woody backdrop pulls everything together. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without becoming heavy. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Half of voters read it as feminine, though it works as unisex too. Keiko Mecheri Damascena and Goutal Rose Absolue have a close profile.

Lady Pointe

7.1

Keiko Mecheri · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Lady Pointe is a unisex fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter evenings, pairing a floral, woody heart with a leathery edge. Suede, rose and patchouli come forward, while blackcurrant bud and citrus notes add a fruity lift. Tonka bean and white musk sweeten it and soften it into something powdery, and frankincense and Indian sandalwood give it a woody, spicy depth. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, and it is recommended mostly for evenings and nights out. Half of voters find it feminine, though it reads as unisex. Serge Lutens Daim blond and Chanel Coco Noir (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Canyon Dreams

7.8

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Canyon Dreams is a women's perfume that opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and spices, then settles into a sweet, woody oriental of jasmine, rose, patchouli and vanilla. Mandarin orange and bergamot bring a bright citrus start, which the spices warm almost at once. Jasmine and rose give the heart a soft floral touch. In the base, patchouli, vanilla and woods take over, leaving a sweet, powdery, resinous scent with a slightly smoky edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and lean towards evening and night-out wear. Most call it feminine, though a sizeable group reads it as masculine. Dior Midnight Poison and Guerlain Shalimar have a close profile.

Les Merveilles - Ambre Mirabilis

7.1

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Les Merveilles - Ambre Mirabilis is a sweet, spicy oriental that suits autumn and winter evenings best; it has been discontinued. Amber and balsam form the backbone, toffee adds sweetness, and suede brings a soft, animalic texture. Calabrian bergamot lightens the heavy cover a little, Turkish rose carries the floral side, and a woody, resinous warmth ties it together. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good. Most pick winter and fall, and lean towards evenings and nights out. It reads mostly feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Serge Lutens Cèdre and Xerjoff Ceylon have a close profile.

Myrrhe & Merveilles

6.0

Keiko Mecheri · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Myrrhe & Merveilles is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy lift with a powdery, resinous sweetness; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine. Chinese mandarin orange and jasmine give it a fresh, floral side. Myrrh, amber and sandalwood build a warm, resinous base, while spices and bitter almond add a slight edge to the sweetness and musk softens it all.

Paradise Lost

6.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Paradise Lost is a unisex scent that pairs Indian tuberose and coconut with sweet Tahitian vanilla and bright citrus. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and projection. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. Half of those who voted read it as feminine, though it works as a unisex scent. It reads fresh and citrusy, with bergamot and Palestinian sweet lime lifting a floral core of Indian tuberose and tiaré. Coconut and Tahitian vanilla make it creamy and sweet, while suede adds a soft, powdery, slightly woody touch. Adidas Born Original for Her and Dior Joy have a close profile.