The Perfume Library

Ombra di Tiglio

7.6

L'Erbolario · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Ombra di Tiglio is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around lemon zest, linden blossom and orange blossom. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and wears quietly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads mostly feminine. It opens with lemon zest and two white flowers, bright and citrusy. In the heart, violet leaf adds a green edge while damask rose, lily and heliotrope bring a soft, powdery floral feel. White moss and amber sweeten the base gently, and a light spicy touch runs through the accords. Its fresh, green, floral profile is close to L'Artisan Parfumeur La Chasse aux Papillons Extrême and Guerlain Quand Vient la Pluie (Eau de Parfum).

Rabarbaro

7.2

L'Erbolario · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

L'Erbolario Rabarbaro is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built around rhubarb and lemon. Rhubarb and lemon give it a green, fruity brightness, while black tea keeps it dry and light. Saffron adds a spicy touch, and musk leaves a soft, sweet, creamy finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office. It sits between masculine and feminine without leaning clearly either way.

Lillà Lillà

7.4

L'Erbolario · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

L'Erbolario Lillà Lillà is a floral, fruity scent that leans sweet and powdery, and reads as a perfume for women. It projects at a moderate level and lasts well. Most voters pick autumn and spring for it, and leisure and evening wear come up most often. Most voters also call its character feminine. It opens bright and fruity with bergamot, orange, neroli and peach, with cardamom adding a light spice. In the heart, lilac absolute and violet carry the floral side while tonka bean softens the sweetness. The base of vanilla, white musk and amber settles into a warm, powdery finish.

3 Rosa

6.6

L'Erbolario · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Erbolario 3 Rosa is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days, leisure time and the office. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Close to half of voters call it feminine. It opens with Russian coriander, angelica and Peruvian red pepper, a fresh, lightly spicy start softened by a dew drop. Rosa centifolia leads the heart, with jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and white lily adding to the floral body. The base of Virginia cedar, ambergris and moss dries down woody and powdery.

Myrrhae

6.2

L'Erbolario

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

L'Erbolario Myrrhae is a warm, sweet and resinous unisex scent that suits fall and winter days; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure time and evenings. Voters are evenly split on whether it reads masculine or feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. It opens with clary sage, ginger and benzoin, giving a spicy warmth. The heart holds Florentine iris, myrrh, frankincense and vanilla, where resinous and smoky tones meet the sweetness. Cashmere wood, white musk and amber form a soft, woody base.

Fiore Dell'Onda

6.9

L'Erbolario · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Fiore Dell'Onda is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic floral, softened by a light sweetness and easy to wear through the day. It opens with lemon, lime and red algae, a cool, sea-breeze freshness that turns floral in the heart with violet, blue lotus, white rose and lilac. Vanilla and white musk close it out, leaving a creamy, sweet warmth underneath. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily, leisure and business wear lead, while evening is rarely chosen. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. It is unisex, though most voters read it as feminine. Mancera French Riviera and Phaedon Sable & Soleil have a close profile.

Patchouly

7.2

L'Erbolario · 2009

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

L'Erbolario Patchouly is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, powdery patchouli beneath a floral heart, suiting fall and winter days and relaxed evenings. Java patchouli lays an earthy, woody base from the start. In the heart, jasmine, iris, Damask rose and ylang-ylang lead, while peony, lilac, peach and lavender soften the floral crowd. White musk, vanilla and nougat in the base carry it into a gourmand sweetness and a powdery warmth. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring is not far behind. It is chosen most for leisure time and evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean slightly feminine on character, but masculine votes are far from rare. E. Coudray Vanille et Coco and Etro Sandalo (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Indaco

7.1

L'Erbolario · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

L'Erbolario Indaco is a floral, sweet unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and leisure are the most cited occasions. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though the masculine share is sizeable, so it sits comfortably between the two. It opens with red berries, pink grapefruit, mandarin orange and bergamot, a fresh and fruity start. Violet, rose and cedar lead the heart. In the base, cocoa, tonka bean, vanilla and amber settle it into a gourmand, powdery and creamy warmth.

Regine dei Prati

6.7

L'Erbolario · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Erbolario Regine dei Prati is a fresh, green and lightly powdery unisex scent built around chamomile, meadowsweet and iris, leaning towards spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though it is described as unisex. It opens with chamomile, pink pepper, green leaves and rosewood, a fresh, faintly spicy meadow feel. Meadowsweet, iris and jasmine bring a floral softness to the heart. Vetiver, musk, cedarwood and amber set it on a woody, sweet base. Jeanne en Provence Un Matin dans la Roseraie and Chanel Chance have a close profile.

Camelia

7.0

L'Erbolario · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Erbolario Camelia is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that opens with elemi resin, bitter orange and rose, with camellia and tonka bean at its heart. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine. It starts fresh and green: elemi resin and bitter orange bring brightness, while rose and geranium set the floral tone. At the heart, camellia and tonka bean pull it towards a powdery, creamy feel. The base of benzoin, vanilla, Atlas cedar and amber leaves a soft, sweet finish.

Frangipani

7.4

L'Erbolario · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

L'Erbolario Frangipani is a feminine scent that pairs bright citrus with a sweet, creamy floral heart. Bergamot and mandarin orange give it a sparkling citrus start, while frangipani carries the creamy floral side. Fruity and gourmand touches sweeten it, and amber and cedar add a soft woody warmth with a light spicy edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for the office and evening. Nearly half of voters call it feminine. Guerlain Le Flacon aux Abeilles - Le Songe de la Reine 2021 and Jovoy Remember Me have a close profile.

Petali & Fiori

7.4

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Petali & Fiori is a fresh, floral and lightly sweet women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick it for spring and summer, for daytime and leisure, with some choosing it for the office too. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and its character is mostly seen as feminine. It opens with orange, bergamot and star anise, a bright citrus start. The heart is a floral band of jasmine, rose, lilac and orange blossom. The base of musk, almond milk and vanilla settles into a creamy, powdery sweetness.

Bouquet d'Oro

7.5

L'Erbolario · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

L'Erbolario Bouquet d'Oro is a floral, sweet women's fragrance with a powdery, creamy side, best suited to autumn and winter evenings. It opens with a bright bouquet of bergamot, gardenia, rose and orange blossom. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, heliotrope, yellow iris and almond turn it softer and powdery. The base of coconut, vanilla, sandalwood and tonka bean leaves a gourmand, creamy sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening the most common occasion, followed by daily and leisure wear. Most see it as feminine. Harry Lehmann Heliotrop and Giardini di Toscana Oro e Miele have a close profile.

Felci

7.3

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Green · Fruity

L'Erbolario Felci is a fresh, green and fruity men's fragrance that leans towards leisure and daytime wear, from spring through autumn. Felci has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by summer and spring, and few choose winter. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Most voters read it as masculine, though some find it feminine. The opening is cooled by melon, lime and water mint. Towards the heart, white thyme, lavender and cinnamon add a spicy, herbal touch. In the base, patchouli, cedar and vetiver give it a woody, earthy footing, while violet and Florentine iris bring a soft, powdery edge.

Cocco

7.0

L'Erbolario · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

L'Erbolario Cocco is a fresh, sweet and creamy unisex perfume that suits summer and spring days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring; it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for office and evening. More voters see it as feminine, though it also reads as unisex. It opens with coconut water and lemon for a light, fresh start. In the heart, rose, ylang-ylang and jasmine add a soft floral touch. The base of tonka bean, vanilla and white musk dries down powdery and gourmand. Lattafa Qaed Al Fursan Unlimited and Tesori d'Oriente Muschio Bianco / White Musk have a close profile.

Alba in Asia

7.4

L'Erbolario · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Alba in Asia is a fresh, aquatic scent softened by citrus and floral touches, aimed at women. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and sport, though it can work at the office too. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a calm, light trail. Voters read it mostly as feminine, with a modern side as well. Aquatic notes and lemon give it a bright, cool start. Lotus and orange blossom soften that freshness, while white musk and cedarwood sit underneath as a light, clean, faintly woody base.

Tiaré

6.5

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

L'Erbolario Tiaré is a fresh, floral scent whose fruity sweetness meets a powdery, creamy softness, aimed mainly at women and suited to spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither dominates nor fades quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall and winter well behind. It leans towards leisure, work and daily wear, and less towards nights out. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with ylang-ylang, lily of the valley, bergamot and cyclamen for a floral freshness. In the heart, coconut milk, plum and tiaré turn it creamier and fruitier. Blackberry, cedarwood, vanilla and moss in the base keep the sweetness in check. Orens Parfums Silenda d'Ecume and Nature Blossom Wonder Leaf have a close profile.

Verbena

7.6

L'Erbolario · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Verbena is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with green and floral touches that suits spring and summer days. It opens with orange, neroli, lemon and bergamot, a bright citrus burst. In the heart, lemon vervain adds a green, airy line while iris and rose bring a soft floral touch. Amber and musk in the base warm it slightly and leave it on a smooth finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters lean a little more feminine than masculine, though both have a real share. Penhaligon's Eau de Cologne and Xerjoff Nero70 have a close profile.

Frutto della Passione

6.8

L'Erbolario · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Frutto della Passione is a fresh, fruity floral that pairs bright citrus with a sweet, softly powdery base, and it reads as a feminine scent. It opens with green mandarin orange, Sicilian bergamot and rosebud, with jasmine and ylang-ylang adding a floral glow. In the heart, passion fruit, pink grapefruit and pineapple build the fruity side, while neroli and cinnamon leaf soften it and add a light spice. It dries down into vanilla, sandalwood and white musk, sweet and powdery. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters suggest spring and summer, though autumn is not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most common settings. Nearly half of voters call it feminine.

Danza di Fiori

6.8

L'Erbolario · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Erbolario Danza di Fiori is a fresh, floral women's fragrance led by cherry blossom, iris and rose. Camellia, violet and peony fill out the floral core, while peach adds a fruity sweetness and pink pepper a light touch of spice. Corn rose and white musk soften the bouquet with green, powdery and creamy shades. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine.

Rosa

7.3

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Erbolario Rosa is a fresh, floral fragrance for women: a soft, lightly sweet and powdery rose over a green, airy lift. Damask rose leads, with jasmine and freesia widening the floral side and white musk laying a soft, powdery base underneath. The green touch keeps the sweetness of the rose from turning heavy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads largely feminine. Valmont Blooming Ballet and Chloé Roses de Chloé have a close profile.

Vaniglia

6.5

L'Erbolario

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

L'Erbolario Vaniglia is a sweet, creamy unisex fragrance built on vanilla, amber and musk. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Voters pick it most for leisure and evening wear, though it also suits daytime and the office. On character, feminine leads, but a good share of voters call it masculine. It opens with lemon and strawberry, which add a light freshness and fruity sweetness. In the heart, myrrh and heliotrope push it towards a spicy, powdery side. As it dries, vanilla, amber and musk leave a gourmand, oriental and creamy base.

Altea

6.6

L'Erbolario · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

L'Erbolario Altea is a women's perfume that opens with citrus, then turns floral and fruity over a soft, sweet and powdery base. The opening brings orange, lemon blossom, neroli and bergamot in a bright citrus lift. The heart adds common marshmallow, pear, white rose and peach blossom, floral and fruity in a gentle way. In the base, vetiver, musk and vanilla settle everything onto a sweet, powdery surface. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without pushing into the room. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most see it as feminine and modern. Lattafa Ana Abiyedh and The Body Shop Love ETC... have a close profile.

Narciso Sublime

7.3

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Narciso Sublime is a fresh, floral and citrusy women's fragrance built around neroli, grapefruit and narcissus absolute; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer. Daily wear, the office and leisure lead, while evening and night out are chosen far less. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without being heavy. It opens with the bright citrus of neroli, grapefruit, mandarin orange and lemon, joined by ripe peach. The heart turns green and floral with water lily, freesia, magnolia, rose and narcissus absolute. Amber and honey sweeten the base, leaving a powdery, creamy softness. Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Magnolia and Acqua Nobile Iris have a close profile.