The Perfume Library

Loukhoum

7.7

Keiko Mecheri · 1998

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, with evening and night out leading the occasions, while summer stays in the background. Most voters read it as feminine. As a whole it sweetens around amber, Comorian vanilla, sugar and almond. Bulgarian rose and hawthorn add a floral side, and precious woods give it a woody base. Spicy and powdery accords soften the sweetness.

Loukhoum Eau Poudrée

7.8

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum Eau Poudrée is a powdery, sweet floral with a soft, gourmand feel, made for women. Jasmine, Grasse rose and narcissus form the floral frame, while Iris pallida and violet leaf add a powdery softness. Bourbon vanilla, dragée, musk and white amber push the sweetness forward, and the whole carries a gourmand, lightly spicy warmth. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is most often worn in the evening or on a night out. Its character reads mostly feminine. Its profile is close to L'Occitane en Provence Eau des Vanilliers and La Perla Love Frills - Languid Vanilla.

Datura Blanche

7.5

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Datura Blanche is a powdery, creamy scent for women that rests Indian tuberose, heliotrope and datura on the sweetness of tonka bean and Bourbon vanilla. The floral side leads: Indian tuberose and heliotrope bring a soft, powdery feel, while datura adds depth to the bloom. Bourbon vanilla and tonka bean pull the scent towards a gourmand sweetness, and bitter almond tempers it with a slightly spicy, oriental edge. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring a close third, and evening and night-out wear suit it best. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as clearly feminine. Serge Lutens Datura Noir and Boucheron Vanille de Zanzibar have a close profile.

Peau de Pêche

7.1

Keiko Mecheri · 2003

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Keiko Mecheri Peau de Pêche is a fresh, powdery peach scent that leans towards spring and summer days and reads as feminine. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office best. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most votes call it feminine, with some seeing it as modern. Japanese white peach leads, while iris powder and musk set it on a soft, powdery base and sandalwood adds a light woody depth. The overall impression is fresh, floral and sweet, with a faint synthetic edge.

Hanae

7.2

Keiko Mecheri · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Hanae is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that sets citrus and white blossoms over crystal musk. Citrus notes and berries give it a bright, lightly sweet start, while the white blossoms add a soft floral heart to that freshness. Crystal musk settles everything onto a powdery, creamy base, so the scent stays clean and soft without turning heavy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most read it as feminine. Dedcool Sunlit Blooms and Zimaya Hayam / هيام have a close profile.

Les Zazous

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2010

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Keiko Mecheri Les Zazous is a sweet, spicy and powdery scent led by amber, sandalwood and suede. The notes read as one whole: amber and Peru balsam give a resinous warmth, sandalwood and vetiver lay a woody base, rose adds a soft floral touch, and aromatic notes bring a spicy lift. The sweet, gourmand side comes forward while a smoky edge stays in the background. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Though it is labelled for men, votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine character, so it wears close to unisex.

Umé

7.3

Keiko Mecheri · 2006

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Umé is a floral, fruity women's fragrance built around ume and sasanqua camellia, with May rose and almond alongside. Umé is chosen most often for autumn and spring, with winter and summer further behind. Voters place it anywhere from daily wear to evenings and leisure time, and most call it feminine. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. The scent reads as floral and fruity, carried by a sweet line. Ume and May rose shape the floral-fruity side, while almond softens it into something powdery. Citrus notes lighten the whole, and the chypre accord adds a dry, spicy backdrop. Annayake An'na and Lord Bella have a close profile.

Mihimè

7.1

Keiko Mecheri · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Mihimè is a fresh, floral scent whose green and citrus side is softened by a powdery, creamy sweetness, made for women and for everyday wear. Ylang-ylang, cherry blossom, rose and narcissus carry the floral side, while lychee and white tea add a light, juicy freshness. The chypre accord balances it with green, dry tones, so the sweetness never turns heavy. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, business and leisure wear lead the occasions. Most voters find it feminine. It has been discontinued. Jour d'Hermès Gardénia and Dior Sakura have a close profile.

Cuir Fauve

7.8

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Cuir Fauve is a sweet, spicy leather scent that sits closest to autumn and winter evenings, and it is described as unisex. It opens with citrus notes, saffron and pink pepper, a bright kind of spice. In the heart, violet leaf and patchouli add a floral and earthy side. In the base, Bourbon vanilla, precious woods and amber sweeten and warm it; leathery, smoky and animal accords come forward over a woody foundation. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and favour night out and evening wear. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though the feminine vote is strong too. Réminiscence Bois Étoilé / Oud and Histoires de Parfums Édition Rare - Ambrarem have a close profile.

White Petals

7.3

Keiko Mecheri · 2001

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri White Petals is a fresh, powdery floral led by iris, narcissus and peony, aimed at women. Grasse jasmine and May rose round out the floral bouquet, while Indian sandalwood and musk set it on a creamy, lightly sweet base. The fresh and floral accords lead, with the woody side staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin and is noticed up close. Most voters pick spring, with fall and summer close behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and reads as feminine. Its profile is close to Jo Malone Iris & White Musk and Korres Lefko.

Loukhoum Parfum du Soir

8.1

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum Parfum du Soir is a warm, sweet, gourmand evening scent with floral, woody and faintly smoky edges, and most voters read it as feminine. Vanilla absolute, benzoin and white honey carry the scent. Tonka bean and bitter almond soften that sweetness into something powdery, while sandalwood and musk give it a warm woody base. Rose absolute adds a floral edge inside the dense sweetness, and the spicy, oriental side stays in the background. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Feminine is the most common character vote, followed by classic. M. Micallef Vanille Orient and Niche 4 All Vanilla Absolu have a close profile.

Bois Satin

7.7

Keiko Mecheri · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Bois Satin is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for nights out and evenings. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. It leans feminine in character, though it is classed as unisex. Amber, vanilla and patchouli build a sweet, resinous base throughout. Saffron adds a spicy warmth, while suede gives a leathery, smoky softness. Rose and jasmine keep the floral side powdery, and Sicilian mandarin orange lightens the richness a little.

Tarifa

7.3

Keiko Mecheri · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Tarifa is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Tarifa has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though it works as a unisex scent. Calabrian bergamot and petitgrain give it a fresh, green citrus feel. Tunisian orange blossom adds a soft, creamy floral touch, while spices and amber leave a sweet, powdery warmth. Taken as a whole, it stays light and airy.

Oliban

7.4

Keiko Mecheri · 2004

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Oliban is a sweet, smoky women's perfume that pairs florals with resin, best suited to fall and winter evenings. Jasmine and rose form a floral frame, while frankincense adds a resinous, smoky tone. Virginia tobacco and Brazilian rosewood ground it in a spicy, woody base. Tonka bean and caramel bring sweetness, and ambergris softens the oriental warmth. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Most read it as feminine, though some find a masculine side too. Buchoed Rosa Nigra and Aquaflor Aoud Oman have a close profile.

Rebel Hearts

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Rebel Hearts is a sweet, gourmand and powdery floral that leans feminine and suits relaxed, everyday wear. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, while summer trails behind. Leisure and daily wear lead, with evening and office use close behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Half of the voters call its character feminine. Citrus notes, amaretto and toffee give it a sweet start, and Bourbon vanilla keeps that soft, creamy feel going. Oud and Turkish rose carry the floral and spicy side, with a fruity touch lightening the whole.

Paname

7.4

Keiko Mecheri · 1999

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Paname pairs a fresh, green character with a sweet, gourmand warmth; it is classed as a men's fragrance and has been discontinued. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind, while summer trails. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, though office and daytime also draw votes. Although classed as masculine, voters split between feminine and masculine readings. As a whole it reads fresh and green, with spices and absinth sharpening that freshness. Vanilla and tonka bean carry the sweet, gourmand side, while woody notes dry the whole down and add a faintly powdery tone.

Cuir Cordoba

7.1

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Cuir Cordoba is a feminine perfume in which suede and resin turn into a soft, slightly sweet leather scent. Black violet and suede come forward, while sandalwood and benzoin sweeten the leathery core and add a powdery softness. Patchouli and elemi resin bring a woody, spicy depth, and bergamot lightens the density a little. Floral and fruity touches also show up among the accords. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters point to fall and winter, though spring is also a fair choice. It leans towards nights out and evenings, yet sits close to daily and business wear too. More voters read it as feminine than masculine. Armani Privé Cuir Améthyste and Jovoy Rouge Assassin have a close profile.

Iris d'Argent

7.4

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Iris d'Argent pairs white iris and black iris with green notes and citrus notes, giving a fresh, powdery, lightly woody scent that leans towards spring and summer. Taken as a whole, iris leads: a floral, powdery base is brightened by citrus notes and cooled by green notes. The chypre accord adds a dry, woody frame that keeps the scent from turning sweet. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It is classed as a men's fragrance, yet most voters read it as feminine. Van Cleef & Arpels Gardénia Pétale and Parfums de Marly Galloway have a close profile.

Les Nuits d'Izu

7.2

Keiko Mecheri · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Les Nuits d'Izu is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, from daily wear to the office. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for daytime, leisure and work. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Most voters read it as feminine, though it wears comfortably as a unisex scent. Japanese rose, jasmine and yuzu build a floral, green and citrus character. Hinoki cypress and moss add a cool, woody edge, while crystal musk brings a soft, powdery touch with a little sweetness. The overall impression is clean, bright and calm. Its profile is close to Chanel Chance (Eau de Parfum) and Acqua di Parma Gelsomino Nobile.

Bal de Roses

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Bal de Roses is a sweet, powdery floral built around rose, aimed at women and best suited to autumn and winter evenings. It opens with damask rose and petitgrain, and the heart is Bulgarian rose and Taif rose. Over time it softens into vanilla, Indian sandalwood, white musk, amber, benzoin and tonka bean, drying down to a creamy, lightly spicy, woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, and some call it classic. Stéphanie de Bruijn Paris-Bombay and Guerlain Métalys / Metallica have a close profile.

Johana

7.5

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Keiko Mecheri Johana is a fresh, floral and green women's scent built around sandalwood, iris and rose, and it has since been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it leaves a calm trail close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and spring, while evening, leisure and daily wear are voted about equally. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share call it classic. The floral side comes from iris, rose and wisteria, with galbanum adding a green freshness. Sandalwood and patchouli lay a woody base, and frankincense and vanilla pull it towards powdery and sweet. Japanese chrysanthemum sits among the flowers.

Vetiver Velours

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Vetiver Velours is a sweet, green vetiver that leans towards fall and winter, and as a unisex scent it moves from the office to evenings out. It opens with Java vetiver and citrus notes, fresh and earthy in feel. The heart holds tobacco, toffee and green notes, and the sweetness comes forward here. In the base, musk, precious woods and benzoin settle the scent into a powdery, resinous, woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer chosen least. Votes split fairly evenly between feminine and masculine. Cartier Pasha de Cartier Édition Noire and Serge Lutens Vétiver oriental have a close profile.

Embruns

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Keiko Mecheri Embruns is a fresh, aquatic scent set on a woody, spicy base, classed as a men's fragrance. Bergamot and marine notes build a bright frame, while hinoki needle, frankincense, Indian sandalwood and Indonesian patchouli add woody, resinous depth. Spicy notes and moss keep it dry, and sweet, powdery accords soften the edges. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters mostly call it masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. Penhaligon's Endymion Concentré and En Voyage Perfumes Nepenthe have a close profile.

A Fleur de Peau

7.4

Keiko Mecheri · 1999

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri A Fleur de Peau pairs ylang-ylang and iris with leathery notes, a floral, sweet scent shaded by spice and smoke; it has been discontinued. The scent rests on a warm amber base as a whole. Ylang-ylang and iris give it a floral, powdery face, while the leathery notes add a smoky, animal depth. Chinese mandarin orange lightens the dense mix a little, and the sweetness is softened by spicy, oriental tones. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Its character reads mostly feminine, though the leather and smoke lead some to call it masculine.