The Perfume Library

14 perfumes

Ambra Nera (Eau de Parfum)

Ortigia · 2011

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Ortigia Ambra Nera Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy woody fragrance, with resinous, smoky and slightly animalic tones that give it a dark, warm character. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, then for leisure. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. It is unisex, with masculine and feminine votes close together. It opens with woods and spices. In the heart, vetiver, patchouli and cedarwood form a dry, earthy backbone. In the base, galbanum, labdanum and musk bring sweetness and a soft, powdery finish.

Fico d'India (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Ortigia

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Sandalo (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Ortigia

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Ortigia Sandalo Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent built around sandalwood, softened by floral and powdery accords. Sandalwood and cedar form the woody frame, while teak and vetiver add a dry, smoky edge. Jasmine, rose and narcissus pull it toward the floral and powdery side, and the sweet and spicy accords keep it from feeling severe. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, then winter, and lean toward leisure and daily wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are equal, so it doesn't tilt either way. Lush Goodnight Sweetheart and Jovoy Touche Finale have a close profile.

Mandorla (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Ortigia

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Zagara (Eau de Parfum)

6.6

Ortigia

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Ortigia Zagara Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy floral built on neroli and petitgrain, softened by a creamy sweetness, and it is worn by anyone. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a gentle trail without filling the room. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are a first impression rather than a firm verdict. Neroli and petitgrain lead, with woody notes supporting them from behind. The fresh, green side is rounded by a sweet, lightly spicy touch that gives it a creamy fullness. Technique Indiscrète Néroli 555 and Hermès Eau de Néroli Doré have a close profile.

Lime di Sicilia (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Ortigia

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Ortigia Lime di Sicilia Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits summer and spring days. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a quiet trail. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine, sitting close to both. It opens with lime and bitter orange, giving a fresh, green and fruity feel. Vanilla in the heart softens the sharpness and adds a light sweetness. Woods in the base settle the scent on a dry, woody footing.

Florio (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

Ortigia

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Ortigia Florio Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around passion flower, narcissus and wild iris. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close without vanishing quickly. Voters place it mostly in daily wear, work and leisure, with evening and night out less common. It sits comfortably on both men and women. The scent rests on the floral character of narcissus and wild iris, while passion flower adds a green, lightly fruity freshness. The accords lean fresh and green, with nothing heavy or sweet. Yardley Narcissus and Demeter Fragrance Library Daffodil have a close profile.