The Perfume Library

Signature Man (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Otto Kern · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Signature Man Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance where citrus and spice frame a fresh opening that softens into a sweet, powdery, woody base. Bergamot, cardamom and artemisia give the opening a cool, fresh feel. In the heart, cinnamon, lavender and orange blossom balance the spice with a soft floral touch. Cedar, tonka bean and musk settle the dry-down into a sweet, powdery woodiness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend autumn and spring, and daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen settings. Most see it as masculine, with a share calling it modern. La Rive Man in Style and Miro Cabal pour Homme have a close profile.

Noa Noa (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Otto Kern · 1990

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Noa Noa Eau de Parfum pairs a fresh, green opening of mint, blackcurrant and galbanum with a floral heart of rose, jasmine and patchouli; it is a discontinued women's fragrance. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it is spread across daily wear, evenings and nights out. Voters mostly find its character feminine and classic. The top carries mint, orange, mandarin orange and grapefruit, with galbanum sharpening the green side. In the heart, rose, jasmine, heliotrope and sandalwood build a floral, woody balance. The base of tonka bean, vanilla, oakmoss and amber sweetens it and leans it toward a spicy, oriental chypre. Romeo Gigli per Uomo and Jil Sander Background have a close profile.

Commitment Woman (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Otto Kern · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Commitment Woman Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet and floral women's fragrance in which red fruits, jasmine and vanilla come to the fore. Red fruits, pink pepper and champagne make for a fresh opening. In the heart, jasmine, violet and rose add a soft floral layer. The base of cedar, vanilla, white musk and chocolate sweetens the scent and settles it into a powdery, creamy finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads feminine, with evening and night-out wear playing a smaller part. So...? Nude and La Rive In Woman Red have a close profile.

Signature Extrême

7.1

Otto Kern · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Otto Kern Signature Extrême is a men's fragrance that opens on nutmeg, pineapple and sage and settles into amber and cedarwood, balancing a fresh side with a sweet one. The opening pairs the spicy coolness of nutmeg and sage with fruity pineapple. At the heart, orange blossom, violet leaf and lavender add a soft floral layer. The base of amber, labdanum and cedarwood sets it on a warm, woody footing, while gourmand and synthetic touches sit behind the fresh air. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it is worn for leisure, daily use and work. It is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Zara W/End till 3:00 AM and Guess 1981 Indigo for Men have a close profile.

Beyond Horizon (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Otto Kern · 2022

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Beyond Horizon Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that opens with cardamom, grapefruit and cinnamon and moves into a warm sweetness of amber, clove and vanilla. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen most often for nights out and evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters read its character as masculine. Cardamom and cinnamon bring the spice while the grapefruit lifts the opening slightly. In the heart, amber and clove warm up, and in the base patchouli, sandalwood, vanilla and leather take over. The overall impression is sweet, gourmand and creamy, with a woody, leathery frame behind it. Salvatore Ferragamo Uomo Signature and Avapari Rum & Spice have a close profile.

Ultimate Black (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Otto Kern · 2021

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Ultimate Black Eau de Toilette is a men's scent that pairs fresh and sweet with a spicy, woody backdrop. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring a close third. It leans towards daytime, leisure and business wear, and also suits evenings. Most votes read it as masculine and modern. Pink pepper and cinnamon open it with spice. In the heart, sage, lavender and nagarmotha add freshness. Tonka bean, cedarwood and amber sweeten the base into a woody, gourmand warmth. Its profile is close to Rabanne Invictus Victory and Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Eau de Toilette.

Unique Woman (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Otto Kern · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Unique Woman Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits daytime, work and leisure, and sits most comfortably in spring and fall. It opens light and lively with aldehydes, pink pepper and bergamot. In the heart, ylang-ylang, freesia and milk soften the floral core and sweeten it. The base of sandalwood, cashmere wood and musk leaves a powdery, woody warmth, while fruity and gourmand touches stay in the background. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters find it feminine and point to everyday wear and the office. Evening and night-out use are chosen far less often.

Cycle (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Otto Kern · 1991

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Cycle Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and citrusy men's fragrance that has been discontinued. Mint and citrus fruits bring the coolness, while green notes sharpen it. Blackcurrant adds a light fruity softness, and woody notes round the mix off from behind. A spicy touch also runs through the accords. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Voters mostly call its character masculine. Hermès Eau d'Orange Verte and Joop! What About Adam have a close profile.

Otto Kern Intense

7.8

Otto Kern · 2023

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Otto Kern Intense is a men's fragrance that carries a fresh opening of apple, cardamom and lemon into a sweet, woody base of vanilla and sandalwood. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring next and summer well behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, and reads masculine and modern. It opens with apple and lemon giving a fruity freshness, while cardamom adds a light touch of spice. The heart brings lavender, geranium and pimento forward. In the base, vanilla sweetens the scent and makes it creamy and powdery, while chestnut wood and sandalwood give it a woody backbone. Its profile is close to Al Haramain Détour Noir and Joop! Thrill Man.

Signature Supreme (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Otto Kern · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Signature Supreme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with lemon, petitgrain and bergamot, giving a bright, green citrus lift. Lavender, sage and tonka bean sit in the heart, where aquatic and spicy touches are softened by a gentle sweetness. Cedarwood, musk and sandalwood settle into a woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Lanvin L'Homme Sport and Bruno Banani Made for Men have a close profile.

Soft Contrast (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Otto Kern · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Soft Contrast Eau de Toilette pairs the fresh fruitiness of apricot, grapefruit and raspberry with a floral heart of jasmine, tiaré and gardenia, a sweet scent made for women. It opens with apricot, grapefruit and raspberry, bright and fruity. The heart turns softly floral with jasmine, tiaré and gardenia. In the base, vanilla, sandalwood and creamy notes sweeten it into a powdery, gourmand warmth, with a slightly synthetic edge in the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by winter and fall, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and office wear. Nearly half of voters call it feminine, and some find it modern.

Ypno (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Otto Kern · 1994

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Ypno Eau de Parfum is a floral, fruity and sweet women's scent that suits autumn and winter best; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring in third place. It leans towards nights out, daily wear and evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it classic. Peach and pear give it a fruity sweetness, while blackcurrant sharpens that sweetness a little. Floral notes are joined by spices, amber, vanilla and woods, and the overall feel is sweet, woody and powdery, with an oriental warmth. The notes are not split into layers and read as one blend.

Cool Contrast (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Otto Kern · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Cool Contrast Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens with aquatic notes, green apple and black pepper, then moves through lavender and vetiver. The opening is cool, with aquatic notes and green apple, while black pepper adds a light spice. In the heart, violet leaf, lavender and cardamom bring out the floral and green side. The base rests on vetiver and cashmeran for a woody footing, and vanilla sweetens it slightly. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and few choose it for evenings. It reads clearly masculine.

Luxure Feminin (Eau de Parfum)

5.8

Otto Kern · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Luxure Feminin Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy floral with a fruity, sweet side, made for women and now discontinued. Bergamot, freesia and pineapple give it a bright, fruity start. At the heart, peony, rose and jasmine bring the floral side forward. Vetiver, patchouli and amber sweeten and deepen the base, with a distinctly synthetic feel. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, with autumn and summer close behind, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. Most voters find it feminine.

Egoluxe Feminin (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Otto Kern · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Egoluxe Feminin Eau de Parfum is a fresh, powdery feminine fragrance that sets bright citrus over a floral and sweet base; it has been discontinued. Grapefruit, mandarin orange and blackcurrant give it a fruity brightness at first. Freesia, rose and lily bring a soft floral heart. Patchouli, vanilla and sandalwood then sweeten it and settle it onto a woody base. Most voters find it feminine and place it in spring and summer. Daily wear and the office come up most often. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Birkholz Seductive Rose and s.Oliver Scent of You for Women have a close profile.

Signature Speed (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Otto Kern · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Signature Speed Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and autumn days, whether daily wear or leisure time. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer close behind and winter well back. Daily wear, leisure and work are the leading occasions. Voters mostly read it as masculine, with a share calling it modern. The top notes of vervain, lemon, black pepper and ginger open fresh and spicy. In the heart, orange blossom, mint, lavender and pineapple add a green, fruity touch. The base of vanilla, tonka bean, patchouli and woods sweetens it and settles it on a woody, powdery footing. La Rive Colossus and Custo Barcelona Custo Man have a close profile.

Deep Grey

7.7

Otto Kern · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Otto Kern Deep Grey is a fresh yet sweet men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter days. Most voters pick autumn and winter; it is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, with some votes for business and evenings. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. It reads masculine and modern. It opens with blood orange, apple and lemon, a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, orange blossom, coffee and davana add a floral, spicy touch. In the base, amber, vanilla and tonka bean sweeten it into a creamy, woody warmth.

Playful (Eau de Parfum)

6.4

Otto Kern · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Playful Eau de Parfum is a sweet, feminine scent that joins the fresh, fruity opening of grapefruit, champagne and raspberry to a floral heart of Turkish rose and champaca; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Voters mostly read it as feminine, with modern second. It opens with grapefruit, champagne and raspberry, fresh and fruity. Turkish rose, champaca and cinnamon bring floral warmth to the heart. Patchouli, cedarwood and musk settle it onto a woody, creamy base.

Commitment Man (Eau de Toilette)

5.9

Otto Kern · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Commitment Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with a fruity sweetness balanced by spice and wood, and it suits spring and summer days best. It opens bright with grapefruit, lime and blue mint. Cardamom, vermouth and nutmeg then bring a spicy warmth through the middle. Cedarwood, patchouli and vetiver form a woody base, while a sweet, slightly synthetic feel runs through the whole composition. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads as a quiet scent. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings named most often. It reads masculine. Mandarina Duck Man and Molton Brown Vetiver & Grapefruit have a close profile.

Signature Eau Fraîche

7.5

Otto Kern · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Otto Kern Signature Eau Fraîche is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, and towards work and leisure hours. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend spring, summer and fall, and hardly any pick winter. It does best for leisure, business and everyday wear, and less so for evenings or nights out. Close to half of voters find it masculine, and some call it modern. It opens with rhubarb, blood orange and mandarin orange, fresh and fruity. In the heart, orange blossom, iris and lavender soften that brightness. The base of sandalwood, tonka bean and musk settles into a sweet, woody finish.

Full Play (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Otto Kern · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Full Play Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent built around rhubarb, lemon and lavender; it has been discontinued. It opens with rhubarb, lemon and aldehydes, sharp and airy. Lavender, cypriol and violet leaf then bring a spicy, green thread. Cashmere wood and Virginia cedar form a woody base, while fruity and sweet touches soften it and a synthetic sheen stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead, with evening chosen less. It reads masculine and modern. Bentley Bentley for Men Azure and s.Oliver Black Label Men have a close profile.

Change Woman (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Otto Kern · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Change Woman Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity women's scent that sits closest to the workday and everyday wear. It opens with pink pepper, raspberry, blackcurrant and pear, a sweet, fruity freshness. In the heart, Brazilian gardenia meets red apple and white peach, turning the scent floral and creamy. White musk, sandalwood and cedarwood lay a powdery, lightly woody base underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick business use, followed by daily and leisure wear. It is classed as a women's fragrance. Giorgio Armani Sì Passione and Jacques Fath White Irissime have a close profile.

Signature Woman

5.6

Otto Kern · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Otto Kern Signature Woman is a fresh, fruity floral whose sweetness softens into a powdery base, and it suits easy daytime wear. It has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business settings lead the occasions. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. It reads as a women's fragrance. It opens with mandarin orange, blackcurrant and pineapple, bright and juicy. The heart of tuberose, gardenia and peach carries a floral sweetness, and musk and benzoin settle it onto a soft, powdery base. A synthetic edge runs through the accords. Jil Sander Style Soft and Puma Flowing Woman have a close profile.

Egoluxe Masculin (Eau de Toilette)

5.8

Otto Kern · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Egoluxe Masculin Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and autumn days, at work or in daily wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange, ginger and cardamom, with lavender, geranium and thyme in the heart. Sandalwood, musk and patchouli sit in the base. Floral, fruity and sweet tones run through the fresh citrus character, with a spicy, woody warmth behind them. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and daily and business wear lead the occasions. Jaguar Era and James Bond 007 Eau de Toilette have a close profile.