The Perfume Library

Flamenco (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Ramón Monegal · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Ramón Monegal Flamenco Eau de Parfum opens on orris root, violet and raspberry and moves into red rose and jasmine, a fresh, floral, lightly powdery unisex scent. The top pairs orris root, violet and raspberry, so fruity sweetness sits beside powdery florals. In the heart, red rose, jasmine and rosewood keep the floral character going. The base of cedarwood, amberwood and musk settles it onto a soft, woody ground, with spicy and synthetic touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, evenings and nights out. Votes on character favour the feminine side, with modern second. Gucci Gucci Eau de Parfum II and Gritti Seta have a close profile.

Faïsa

8.2

Ramón Monegal · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ramón Monegal Faïsa is a floral, spicy unisex scent that opens with lemon and saffron and sweetens into vanilla and tonka bean. The top holds lemon, saffron and ylang-ylang, while mimosa, jasmine and rose build a floral heart. Vanilla, tonka bean and amber carry the base into a sweet, resinous, woody warmth, with fruity and oriental touches in the mix. Voters find its longevity very strong and its sillage strong. Most pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and voters read it as slightly more masculine than feminine. Jeroboam Oriento and Widian Sahara have a close profile.

Siesta

7.7

Ramón Monegal · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ramón Monegal Siesta is a unisex fragrance that opens with cedar, lemon and honey, moves into a floral heart of jasmine and iris, and settles into a vanilla-rich dry sweetness. Cedar's woody coolness and lemon's fresh citrus come first, with honey softening them. In the heart, jasmine and iris add a floral, powdery air while vetiver carries a dry woodiness. At the base, musk, vanilla and tonka bean leave a sweet, creamy warmth. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters suggest spring, fall and summer, and leisure, night out and evening are the leading occasions. Masculine leads the character votes, with feminine and modern close behind. Guerlain Eau de Cashmere and Kayali Musk Bouquet | 27 have a close profile.

Alhambra Oud

8.9

Ramón Monegal · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ramón Monegal Alhambra Oud is a unisex fragrance that sets a smoky, resinous, leathery oud beneath a floral and sweet surface. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out. It leans masculine in character, yet reads modern and works as a unisex scent. It opens with Assam oud softened by apple and orange blossom, giving a fruity sweetness. In the heart, rose and jasmine lay a floral veil while the oud carries on underneath. The base of birch, ambroxan and oud turns woody, smoky and slightly animalic. Dior Cuir Cannage and Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Safari Extreme have a close profile.

Impossible Iris

7.1

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ramón Monegal Impossible Iris is a fresh, floral unisex scent that pairs iris and rose with the fruity brightness of bergamot, raspberry and peach. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters point to spring and fall, with summer and winter chosen less often. It leans towards work, daily wear and leisure, and half of the voters read it as feminine. It opens sweet and fruity with bergamot, raspberry and peach. In the heart, ylang-ylang, iris and rose bring a floral, powdery and green thread. Musk, cedarwood and tonka bean settle it onto a soft, woody base. Harry Lehmann Rose Jacques and Yves Saint Laurent Paris (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Ambra di Luna

7.4

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ramón Monegal Ambra di Luna is a warm, powdery unisex scent that sets a sweet floral heart against spice, wood and animalic depth; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes split fairly evenly between feminine and masculine, with a classic feel. It opens with jasmine and lemon, the lemon briefly brightening the floral side. Castoreum and ambergris then bring a resinous, animalic warmth to the heart. Mysore sandalwood closes it out, woody and powdery. Tom Ford Shanghai Lily and Amouage Opus V - Woods Symphony have a close profile.

Cuirelle

7.6

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Ramón Monegal Cuirelle is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand core against spice, resin and smoke, with a woody, leathery character. Ceylonese cinnamon and beeswax absolute give it a warm, honeyed sweetness, while Bourbon vetiver, Indonesian patchouli and Somalian frankincense ground that sweetness in something dry, resinous and smoky. A powdery softness stays in the background, and the oriental feel runs throughout. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and it is picked most often for nights out and evenings. Votes on its character split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. Laboratorio Olfattivo Alkemi and Berdoues Oud Wa Misk have a close profile.

Next to Me / Dubai Next to Me

7.8

Ramón Monegal · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ramón Monegal Next to Me / Dubai Next to Me is a sweet, spicy oriental with a dark character, woody, resinous and faintly smoky, and it works for anyone, men and women alike. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though summer and spring still get a fair share. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Votes for masculine and feminine run close, so it doesn't lean on either side. Spanish saffron, black pepper and nutmeg set the spicy tone. Sandalwood, Indian oud, Russian leather and Somalian frankincense build a woody, leathery and resinous base. Plum, coconut and tonka bean add sweetness and a creamy softness, while Turkish rose and bergamot lighten the dark texture. The floral and fruity sides stay in the background.

Agar Musk

7.4

Ramón Monegal · 2011

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Ramón Monegal Agar Musk is a spicy, woody and smoky unisex scent that opens on oud, cypress and nutmeg. Oud, cypress and nutmeg lead, followed by cedarwood, leather and more oud in the heart. Vetiver, white musk and amber soften the base. The overall feel is resinous, earthy and leathery, with an animal edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is worn for nights out and leisure time, and it reads mostly masculine. Montale Dark Aoud and Tiziana Terenzi Ursa have a close profile.

Entre Naranjos

7.1

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ramón Monegal Entre Naranjos is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, with green and sweet sides as well. Spearmint, green mandarin orange and orange give it a bright opening. In the heart, neroli adds a soft floral note, while cedarwood and cinnamon leave a woody, spicy trace. Patchouli, vanilla and amber sweeten the base and settle it on an earthy footing. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close and quiet. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it reads comfortably either way. Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street and Xerjoff Renaissance have a close profile.

Dry Wood

6.6

Ramón Monegal · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ramón Monegal Dry Wood is a unisex fragrance built around oakmoss, patchouli and dry woods, with a fresh citrus and green character. Lemon and grapefruit give it a bright citrus start, while basil and spices add green and spicy edges. Jasmine and lilac bring a floral touch, and oakmoss, patchouli and dry woods form a woody, earthy, slightly smoky backbone. Tonka bean and musk soften that dry core. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as masculine. Autumn and spring lead the season votes, with summer and winter not far behind, and daily wear, business and leisure are the favoured occasions. Halston Z-14 and Nishane Hacivat have a close profile.

Umbra

7.2

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ramón Monegal Umbra is a unisex scent that opens with bergamot, orange and grapefruit and settles onto myrrh, cedarwood and oakmoss, a fresh start over a resinous, earthy base. Umbra wears with moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Voters spread it almost evenly across the seasons, with spring, fall and summer ahead and winter slightly behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most common settings. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. The citrus top is bright. In the heart, geranium, lily of the valley and jasmine form a green, floral middle. Myrrh, cedarwood and oakmoss then take it into a woody, powdery and lightly spicy base.

#All Night Long

7.7

Ramón Monegal · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ramón Monegal #All Night Long is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, fruity start with a floral, sweet and creamy base, and it suits summer and spring evenings best. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. The top is lemon, mint and pineapple, a fresh, fruity opening. Jasmine, heliotrope and patchouli in the heart add a floral softness with a faintly spicy depth. Vanilla, musk and oakmoss form the base, where it settles into something sweet and creamy. Lattafa Pride Royal Sapphire and Mancera Of the Wild have a close profile.

Cherry Musk

6.3

Ramón Monegal · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ramón Monegal Cherry Musk is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, sweet fruitiness with a powdery floral base. It opens with blackcurrant, cherry and raspberry, which give a fruity sweetness. Cedarwood, jasmine and white rose bring a soft floral heart. White musk, oakmoss and amberwood dry down to a powdery, slightly synthetic base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It suits leisure and business settings best. More than half of voters find it feminine. Anna Sui Anna Sui and Ramón Monegal Olé have a similar profile.

Pure Mariposa

7.3

Ramón Monegal · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ramón Monegal Pure Mariposa is a unisex scent that links a fresh, fruity opening of bergamot, peach and yuzu to a floral heart of orchid, tuberose and gardenia. Citrus and green accords lead at first, and the peach sweetens that freshness a little. In the heart, the white flowers come forward and add a powdery, creamy softness. The base of amber, cedarwood and patchouli settles into a woody, lightly spicy foundation. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, work and daytime wear. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Oscar de la Renta Oscar White Gold and Xerjoff Torino23 have a close profile.

Mon Patchouly

6.9

Ramón Monegal · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ramón Monegal Mon Patchouly is a unisex scent where a fresh, green opening settles onto an earthy, sweet patchouli base, and it suits fall and winter evenings. Bergamot, mandarin orange and apple give it a bright, fruity start. In the heart, geranium, patchouli and jasmine make a floral, green transition. In the base, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten the scent while oakmoss keeps it earthy and slightly smoky. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and night out and evening wear stand out. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it sits between the two. The Woods Collection Dusk and Goutal Sables have a close profile.

Matador

5.4

Ramón Monegal · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ramón Monegal Matador is a floral, sweet unisex scent that most voters place in fall and spring. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. It leans towards leisure, nights out and evenings, and voters tend to read it as feminine and modern, though it is released as unisex. It opens with rosewood, frankincense and cumin, then moves into a floral heart of jasmine, magnolia and rose. Coconut, sandalwood and musk in the base make it creamy and sweet, with fruity and leathery shades running through.

Mon Cuir

6.5

Ramón Monegal · 2011

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Ramón Monegal Mon Cuir is a unisex scent that softens a leathery, woody character with sweet and spicy touches, and it leans towards fall and winter evenings. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, while summer is hardly chosen at all. It stands out for evenings and nights out, and leisure wear also suits it. It reads masculine to most, though a fair share find it feminine. Russian leather and Australian sandalwood form the backbone, with nutmeg adding spice and orange blossom a light floral sweetness. Musk, labdaceme and Indonesian patchouli set it on an earthy, smoky, slightly animal base. A synthetic edge also shows among the accords.

Soul of Oud

8.5

Ramón Monegal · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Ramón Monegal Soul of Oud is a sweet, smoky unisex fragrance that softens Assam and Laotian oud with vanilla, chocolate and rose. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. On character it gets the most votes as masculine, followed by feminine and classic. The notes read as one whole: the smoky, woody oud is wrapped in the gourmand sweetness of vanilla and chocolate. Rose and osmanthus add a floral softness, coriander and nutmeg bring spice. Amber, musk and cashmeran lay a powdery, warm base, while vetiver and birch leaf leave a dry, leathery edge. Anglomania and Godolphin have a close profile.

#La Isla Blanca (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Ramón Monegal · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ramón Monegal #La Isla Blanca Eau de Toilette opens with aldehydes, ginger and aniseed, then moves into salty notes and flowers; it is a fresh unisex scent that has been discontinued. It opens on aldehydes, ginger and aniseed, and the heart brings heliotrope, salty notes, almond blossom and jasmine. White musk, patchouli and tonka bean soften the base and add a light sweetness. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and aquatic, with floral and fruity touches in the background. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure and daily wear leading, followed by evening and office. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it sits between the two. Parfums Vintage Puissant and Federico Mahora FM 327 have a close profile.

Olé

7.0

Ramón Monegal · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ramón Monegal Olé is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, fruity-floral sweetness on a powdery, woody base. It opens with raspberry, pineapple and coriander, the fruit sweetness touched by a light spicy coolness. In the heart, jasmine, black orchid and cedarwood hold the floral side together with a woody backbone. White musk, amberwood and oakmoss then soften it into a creamy, powdery, slightly resinous base. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall, followed by summer and spring, and it is chosen most for leisure and evening. Its feminine and masculine sides sit close together, so it reads as truly unisex. Ramón Monegal Cherry Musk and Flamenco (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

#Sunset Café

8.0

Ramón Monegal · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Ramón Monegal #Sunset Café is a unisex scent that opens with kelp, coconut and coffee and carries strawberry, jasmine and rose in its heart. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works at the office too. In the character votes masculine leads, though a fair share call it feminine. The accords are fresh, floral and aquatic. The fruity, sweet side comes from the strawberry, with creamy and spicy tones in the mix. It opens with kelp and coffee softened by coconut. In the heart, strawberry, jasmine and rose add a floral sweetness. Musk, amberwood and oakmoss ground the base. Its profile is close to Roberto Ugolini Azzurro and Montale Sweet Peony.

Kiss My Name

5.9

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Floral · Green · Fruity

Ramón Monegal Kiss My Name is a floral, green unisex scent that leans towards spring, though it also wears easily in fall and summer. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick leisure, daily wear and nights out, though most also read it as feminine. It opens with coriander, blackcurrant and bergamot, then moves into a floral heart of jasmine, tuberose and orange blossom. Amberwood, honey and cedarwood settle it into a sweet, woody, powdery base, with fruity and spicy touches along the way. Eau de Naphé and Gelsomino Nobile share a close profile.

#Café del Mar

7.3

Ramón Monegal · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Ramón Monegal #Café del Mar is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with coffee, kelp and yellow apple: a green, salty freshness with a faint coffee note on top. Freesia, lavender and lily bring a soft floral heart. In the base, sand, vanilla and ambergris sweeten the scent slightly and dry it down to a resinous warmth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, and most pick spring and summer. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, though some also find it fits the office. Most voters read it as masculine, but a good share call it feminine. Le Blanc Lavande and Serge Lutens Encens et lavande have a close profile.