The Perfume Library

Il Capriccio del Maestro

8.7

Nobile 1942 · 2018

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Nobile 1942 Il Capriccio del Maestro is a sweet, gourmand and spicy unisex scent with a warm, woody vanilla core, suited to cooler-season evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out lead the occasions. It is unisex, though more votes lean masculine. It opens with cinnamon, rum and spicy notes, softened by orchid. The heart turns sweeter with tobacco, honey and tonka bean, and the base settles into a creamy, woody ground of vanilla, labdanum and patchouli. Soma Parfums Halcyon and Parfums de Marly Oajan have a close profile.

La Danza delle Libellule (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2012

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 La Danza delle Libellule Eau de Parfum sets the freshness of apple and bergamot against the sweet warmth of cocoa, cinnamon and vanilla, a fruity, gourmand scent made for women. It wears with moderate sillage and good longevity. Voters lean towards spring and fall, and place it mostly in leisure and daily wear. Its character reads feminine and modern. Apple and bergamot give a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, cocoa and cinnamon add a spicy, gourmand touch. Musk, vanilla and cedarwood settle into a creamy, powdery, sweet base. Its profile is close to Orens Parfums Silenda d'Ecume and The Dua Brand Exceptional Dance of Dragonflies.

Rudis

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nobile 1942 Rudis is a spicy, resinous and smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine and classic than feminine or modern. It opens with fruity notes, wine, bergamot and dried fruits in a sweet start. In the heart, rose, saffron and clove give a spicy, floral frame. The base of vetiver, patchouli, frankincense and leathery notes leaves a woody, smoky depth.

Café Chantant (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Café Chantant Eau de Parfum is a sweet, powdery unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings best. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, then spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, though daytime and office wear get votes too. Nearly half of voters call it feminine, yet it reads as unisex. It opens with sour cherry and laurel; the heart of marshmallow, heliotrope and iris adds a soft, powdery floral touch. In the base, vanilla and benzoin carry the sweetness while patchouli and musk deepen it. The overall impression is a fruity, gourmand, spicy oriental.

Perdizione

7.9

Nobile 1942 · 2016

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Perdizione is an openly feminine scent that pairs bright citrus with sweet, creamy and powdery florals. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick it for spring and fall, though summer and winter are not ruled out. It leans towards leisure time and nights out, and also works for evenings and the office. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with lavender, grapefruit and bergamot, then moves into a floral heart of rose, orange blossom, neroli, petitgrain and ylang-ylang. Vanilla, musk and cedarwood soften the base, and the fruity, gourmand sweetness is kept in check by a touch of spice.

Pontevecchio W (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Nobile 1942 · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Pontevecchio W Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy scent that softens into a powdery, creamy floral, written for women. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and coriander, a green, citrus freshness with a spicy edge. The heart of iris, Bulgarian rose and Jasminum auriculatum builds the floral core, and a base of white musk, amberwood and Indian sandalwood settles it into a woody, sweet creaminess. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, with some calling it classic. Loewe 001 (Eau de Cologne) and Flora Danica Flower Muse have a close profile.

Chypre 1942 (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Nobile 1942 · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Chypre 1942 Eau de Parfum is a feminine chypre in which bergamot, mandarin orange and orange blossom brighten a heart of jasmine, Damask rose and tuberose. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Most favor fall and spring, with winter and summer further behind. Evening and night-out wear lead, though daily and business use also get votes, and most call its character feminine and classic. It opens with fresh citrus, then the florals take over, softened by benzoin. In the dry-down, patchouli, oakmoss, amber, tonka bean and vanilla build a sweet, powdery, woody base, and the chypre accord holds everything together.

Ambra Nobile (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Nobile 1942 · 2010

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Ambra Nobile Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy and resinous oriental-woody scent, a unisex perfume that suits evenings and cooler weather. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most pick fall and winter, spring comes next, and summer gets the smallest share. It leans towards night outings and evenings, though leisure and daytime wear are not out of the question. Feminine and masculine votes are almost level, so it sits between the two. The top opens with amber, neroli and bergamot, and the heart brings labdanum, patchouli and everlasting flower. In the base, sandalwood, Haitian vetiver, tonka bean and cedarwood settle it into a woody, powdery and sweet finish.

Malvs

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2018

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Nobile 1942 Malvs is a resinous, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes are split closely between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. It opens with pink pepper and apple, with frankincense present from the start. The heart holds amber, cedarwood and myrrh, and the base of vanilla, sandalwood, vetiver and musk settles it into a sweet, woody, faintly smoky ground. Birkholz Berlin Dream and Kerosene Blackmail have a close profile.

Muschio Nobile (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Nobile 1942 · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Nobile 1942 Muschio Nobile Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral unisex scent softened by a powdery, creamy sweetness; it has been discontinued. 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 fall, and summer wear is also common. It leans towards daily, leisure and office use, and the largest share of voters finds its character feminine. It opens with pepper, carrot seed, white tea and bergamot, fresh and lightly spicy. Jasmine, iris and white blossoms lead the heart, with white musk rounding them off. In the base, sandalwood, amber and benzoin sweeten it and leave a creamy, woody finish. Iris Poudre and Panthea have a close profile.

Casta Diva (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Nobile 1942 · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Casta Diva Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with ylang-ylang alongside green notes, then moves into a floral heart of neroli, frangipani, Egyptian jasmine and osmanthus. The base of musk, vanilla and ambergris softens everything, leaving a sweet, powdery, creamy trail with a fruity touch in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most mentioned settings. Its character reads mainly feminine. Les Eaux Primordiales Magnolia and Guerlain Mayotte have a close profile.

Anonimo Veneziano (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2006

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Anonimo Veneziano Eau de Parfum is a citrus-opening, floral and sweet scent with a powdery, resinous and woody feel, made for women and best suited to fall evenings. The top notes of orange, bergamot and red mandarin orange give a bright citrus opening. In the heart, ylang-ylang, damask rose and water lily build a floral core. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, labdanum and vanilla carries it into a warm, sweet, resinous finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters recommend fall and winter, with night out and evening the leading occasions. Most see it as feminine. Hermès 24, Faubourg (Eau de Parfum) and Chanel Coco Noir (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Pontevecchio (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Nobile 1942 · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Pontevecchio Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy scent for men that settles onto a woody, resinous and slightly smoky base. Mandarin orange, bergamot and frankincense open green and bright. In the heart, rose, jasmine, Florentine iris and geranium build a floral layer, while rosewood and cedarwood pull it toward wood. Sandalwood, vetiver and patchouli add an earthy depth at the base, and musk softens it all. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans toward daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Etro Shaal Nur and Beaufort Acrasia have a close profile.

Levante (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Nobile 1942 · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Levante Eau de Parfum is a fresh yet sweet unisex scent that suits spring and autumn days and relaxed, casual hours. It opens with marine notes and white blossoms, while patchouli, sandalwood and cedar form a woody heart. The base of caramel, vanilla, white musk and benzoin pulls it toward a creamy, gourmand sweetness, balanced by the aquatic, floral freshness. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. Most read it as feminine, though some see it as masculine. Jo Milano Game of Spades Moon and Molinard Vanille Patchouli have a close profile.

Patchouli Nobile (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Nobile 1942 · 2009

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 Patchouli Nobile Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent with a sweet, spicy and woody character, backed by earthy, smoky and resinous sides. Most voters pick fall, then winter; spring follows closely and summer is the least chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though daily and office wear are also possible. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, while a fair share find it feminine. It opens with frankincense, white pepper and lemon, with fresh notes adding a light lift. The heart brings patchouli, cistus, gaiac wood and jasmine. In the base, tonka bean, amber, sandalwood, oakmoss and labdanum settle it onto a sweet, resinous, earthy ground.

Estroverso

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nobile 1942 Estroverso is a men's fragrance that carries a fresh opening of mandarin orange, lemon and orange into a green, woody character through rosemary and cedarwood. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon, orange and lime, a fruity, fresh citrus start. The heart of rosemary, cedarwood and artemisia turns it green and spicy. The base of vetiver, patchouli, musk and amber leaves a woody, slightly animalic warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall further behind and winter the least chosen. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and less towards nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. Xerjoff Renaissance and Olfactive Studio Flash Back have a close profile.

Fougère Nobile

7.4

Nobile 1942 · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Nobile 1942 Fougère Nobile is a fresh, green and powdery fougère with a masculine, classic bearing, suited to daytime and the office. Voters place it first in autumn and then spring, and lean towards daily, leisure and business wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic. It opens with lavender, basil absolute, black pepper and bergamot, fresh, green and spicy. The heart brings aldehydes, elemi resin, geranium and tobacco. The base of vetiver, patchouli, tonka bean, musk and sandalwood settles it into a woody, sweet, powdery finish. Dana Canoe and Rania J. Lavande 44 have a close profile.

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7.9

Nobile 1942 · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Nobile 1942 ١٠٠١ opens with red tea, bergamot and ginger, then moves towards saffron, Turkish rose absolute and sandalwood, a unisex scent that sits between fresh and oriental. The opening is light and lightly spiced, built from red tea, bergamot, ginger and pink pepper. In the heart, saffron, iris and Turkish rose absolute add a soft, spicy floral note. Sandalwood, vanilla and amber sweeten the base and settle it into a resinous, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean slightly towards fall and spring, though all four seasons get similar support, and it is chosen for leisure time as well as evenings and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads comfortably either way.

Il Colore del Vento

8.2

Nobile 1942 · 2025

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Nobile 1942 Il Colore del Vento is a unisex scent that suits autumn and winter days, opening with citrus and spice before settling into a creamy, sweet gourmand base. Cardamom, ginger, coriander and black pepper bring spicy warmth, lifted by lemon. In the heart, bergamot sits alongside coffee, caramel and champagne, while amber, vanilla and white musk give the base a sweet, creamy footing. Most voters find its longevity and sillage good. Autumn and winter get the most votes, with spring not far behind, and leisure, evening and night out are the favoured occasions. Voters lean towards calling it feminine and modern, though it is a unisex scent. Kerosene Unknown Pleasures and Nishane Ani X have a close profile.

La Stanza delle Bambole (Profumo)

7.5

Nobile 1942 · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Nobile 1942 La Stanza delle Bambole is a sweet, powdery unisex scent that most voters place in fall and winter, though it suits relaxed daytime wear just as well. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Fall leads, with winter and spring close together and summer well behind. Most voters read it as feminine, but it wears fine as a unisex scent. Diesel Loverdose Tattoo and Spirit Spirit of Cashmere Musk have a close profile. It opens with milk, bergamot and mandarin orange, which give it a creamy brightness. In the heart, ylang-ylang, hawthorn, orange blossom and powdery notes add a soft floral layer. The base of tonka bean, vanilla, sandalwood and musk settles into a sweet, gourmand finish.

Lavanda Nobile

7.7

Nobile 1942 · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nobile 1942 Lavanda Nobile is a discontinued unisex fougère that keeps lavender fresh and powdery. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a close, steady trail. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter trailing behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. It leans masculine in character, though a fair share of voters read it as feminine. It opens with Scottish lavender lifted by bergamot, lemon and cardamom. The heart holds lavender absolute, Provençal lavender, marine notes and gaiac wood. In the base, tonka bean, amber and oakmoss soften it into a powdery warmth.

Malìa

6.9

Nobile 1942 · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nobile 1942 Malìa is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance in which mandarin orange, pink pepper and rose take the lead. It opens bright and a little green with mandarin orange, marjoram, pink pepper and fruits. The heart sets rose, black pepper, tobacco flower and osmanthus against each other, floral but spiced. In the base, vetiver, benzoin, patchouli, musk and oakmoss give it a resinous, earthy footing, with a trace of sweetness and a synthetic edge behind them. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer and winter chosen less often. Leisure, night out and business all draw votes. Most see it as feminine, though some read it as masculine. Prudence Alexis and Douglas Feel the Love have a close profile.

Infinito

7.5

Nobile 1942 · 2013

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Nobile 1942 Infinito opens with Tuscan cypress, bergamot and green notes before settling into oakmoss, frankincense and patchouli: a fresh, green, woody unisex chypre that has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. The opening is crisp and green, with cypress and bergamot lifted slightly by ginger. The heart turns resinous and earthy as oakmoss, frankincense and cedarwood gather into a chypre feel. In the base, patchouli, vetiver and sandalwood add a woody, smoky floor, softened and sweetened a little by white musk and geranium.

Vespri Esperidati Colonia Maxima

7.7

Nobile 1942 · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nobile 1942 Vespri Esperidati Colonia Maxima is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a green streak that settles into woods; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters call it masculine more often than anything else, with classic not far behind. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and citron for a bright citrus start. The heart of tarragon, rosemary, juniper berry, geranium and lavender adds a green, lightly spicy tone. In the base, amber, precious woods, tonka bean and white musk soften it and add a touch of sweetness.