The Perfume Library

Open (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Roger & Gallet · 1985

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Roger & Gallet Open Eau de Toilette is a men's fougère that sets a fresh opening of bergamot, Amalfi lemon and lavender against a smoky, earthy base of tobacco, patchouli and vetiver; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, then spring and winter, and it suits leisure, work and daily wear. Most see it as masculine and classic. Citrus and lavender give a fresh, green start. Thyme and sage add a spicy, herbal heart, and the base settles into a woody, resinous, slightly leathery fougère character.

Fleur d'Osmanthus

7.0

Roger & Gallet · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Open White

7.5

Roger & Gallet

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Roger & Gallet Open White is a fresh, powdery men's fragrance that sits between floral and sweet; it has been discontinued. It opens with aniseed, yuzu and bergamot, which keep it bright and lightly spicy. In the heart, frankincense and violet bring out the floral side. Patchouli, tonka bean and iris settle it onto a woody, creamy, powdery base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as masculine. Paul Smith Man (Eau de Toilette) and Ted Lapidus Poker Face have a close profile.

Bois d'Orange

7.3

Roger & Gallet · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Bois d'Orange is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. The opening of mandarin orange, basil and vervain feels bright and green. In the heart, neroli and orange blossom add a soft floral note, while Brazilian rosewood, amber and cedarwood give the base a woody footing. Fruity and spicy touches stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it works as a light scent that stays close. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It leans a little more feminine, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. Creed Neroli Sauvage and Al Haramain Neroli Canvas have a close profile.

Fleur de Figuier (Eau Fraîche)

7.2

Roger & Gallet · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Fleur de Figuier (Eau Fraîche) is a fresh, green and lightly sweet fig scent for women, pairing citrus brightness with a fruity, floral heart. It wears close to the skin: longevity is moderate and sillage is weak. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with caraway, mandarin orange and grapefruit for a bright start. In the heart, fig blossom, fig and fig leaf make it both green and fruity. Cedarwood, fig milk and musk soften the base. Karl Lagerfeld Karl Paris 21 Rue Saint-Guillaume and Mancera Melody of the Sun have a close profile.

Feuille de Thé / Thé Fantaisie

7.9

Roger & Gallet · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Feuille de Thé / Thé Fantaisie is a fresh, green and woody unisex scent that pairs Ceylon tea with the spicy edge of cardamom and coriander. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither fills a room nor disappears quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Votes for feminine and masculine character sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly toward either side. Ceylon tea and cardamom form the backbone, with coriander adding a spicy freshness and clary sage a soft floral touch. Australian sandalwood and vetiver give a dry, woody base, while benzoin rounds the edges with light sweetness. Citrus and green tones dominate, keeping the scent clean and light.

Thé Vert

7.3

Roger & Gallet · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Thé Vert is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most. More voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. The top notes of lemon, bergamot, yuzu, grapefruit and mandarin orange bring the citrus forward. In the heart, green tea, jasmine, cyclamen and freesia add a green, floral freshness. Gaiac wood and cedar set a woody base underneath. Nicolaï Victoire and Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza have a close profile.

Gingembre

7.1

Roger & Gallet · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Gingembre is a light, fresh women's fragrance where citrus and floral notes meet a green ginger character, leaning towards spring and summer days and everyday wear. It opens with bergamot and neroli beside Japanese ginger, giving a bright, citrusy, lightly spicy start. The heart holds Jamaican ginger and ambrette, and the base of musk and benzoin softens the scent and adds a little sweetness. Fresh, floral, green and fruity accords run through it. Longevity and sillage are weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads as quiet. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. It was launched as a women's perfume, though many voters also find it masculine. It has been discontinued.

Rose (Eau Parfumée)

6.7

Roger & Gallet · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Rose (Eau Parfumée) opens with Nepalese rose, mandarin orange and white blossoms, a fresh, lightly sweet rose scent aimed at women. At the start, Nepalese rose and mandarin sit side by side, with white blossoms softening them. The heart is built from rosebud, peony and rose. In the base, almond milk and amber sweeten the scent and leave it on a powdery, slightly woody ground. Citrus, green and aquatic accords round it out. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, work and daily wear. Its character is mostly seen as feminine. Stella McCartney Stella (Eau de Parfum) and Les Senteurs Gourmandes Rose Sublime have a close profile.

Open Black

8.1

Roger & Gallet

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Marie Farina Extra-Vieille (2012)

7.0

Roger & Gallet · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Roger & Gallet Jean Marie Farina Extra-Vieille opens on lemon and bergamot and reads as a fresh, green cologne, a unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and sport lead the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes are almost even, so it sits comfortably on either. Acqua di Parma Colonia C.L.U.B. and Dior Cologne Royale have a close profile. Lemon and bergamot come first, bringing a quick citrus lift. At the heart, neroli, rosemary and petitgrain add a green, lightly spicy layer. Myrtle, sandalwood and cedarwood in the base settle it into a clean, woody finish.

Cédrat

6.1

Roger & Gallet · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Roger & Gallet Cédrat is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent built around grapefruit, mint and cedar. It opens with the coolness of grapefruit and mint, while cedar sets a woody ground from the first moment. In the heart, basil and cardamom add a green, lightly spicy note. The base of musk, white amber and vetiver, together with cedar, finishes it soft and woody. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps quiet. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as truly unisex. Davidoff Adventure Eau Fraîche and Molinard Bambou have a close profile.

Amande Persane

7.1

Roger & Gallet · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Roger & Gallet Amande Persane pairs the brightness of mandarin orange and bergamot with the powdery sweetness of orris and bitter almond, a fresh, gourmand scent aimed at women; it has been discontinued. It wears with moderate longevity and moderate sillage, and leans towards spring and fall. Most voters suggest it for daily wear and leisure, with business settings also in the mix. Voters mostly read it as feminine. It opens with a fresh, citrusy lift from mandarin orange and bergamot. In the heart, orris and bitter almond take over, turning the scent powdery, creamy and sweet. Tonka bean carries that sweetness into the base, while Atlas cedar adds a woody frame.

Open Gold

8.2

Roger & Gallet

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Roger & Gallet Open Gold is a woody men's fragrance where leather and spicy notes are lightened by citrus and aromatic notes; it has been discontinued. The scent is built on spicy notes and leather. Citrus notes and aromatic notes brighten that firm character, while woody notes give it a calm backdrop. Citrus and green lead the accords, with sweet, powdery and resinous sides plus an earthy, leathery tone alongside. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer trailing behind. It leans towards evenings and leisure wear, and most voters read it as masculine and classic. Junaid Perfumes Tiyoob and Le Blanc Vetiver have a close profile.

Cassis Frénésie

8.0

Roger & Gallet · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Roger & Gallet Cassis Frénésie is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Blackcurrant bud absolute leads, giving a fruity, green first impression. Galbanum and buchu sharpen the greenness, while rose and geranium add a soft floral touch, and Provençal lavender and pepper bring a spicy, resinous edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a light trail close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daytime, leisure and the office. It reads mostly feminine, though some voters call it masculine. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Ginger Piccante and Bvlgari Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert Extrême have a close profile.

Gingembre Rouge (Eau Parfumée)

6.5

Roger & Gallet · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Gingembre Rouge is a fresh, spicy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days and easy everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and office wear. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it leaves a light trail. Half of the voters call it feminine, and some find it modern. Mandarin orange and ginger give it a fresh, citrusy start. Pink pepper adds spice, pomegranate brings a soft fruity note, and benzoin lends a sweet, woody warmth. A floral touch rounds it out. The overall impression is light, lively and uncomplicated.

Eau des Bienfaits

6.9

Roger & Gallet · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Eau des Bienfaits is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent that has been discontinued, and it suits anyone after something light and clean for everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps quiet. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and the office. More voters read it as feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it the other way. It opens with bergamot, blood orange, lemon and mandarin orange in a bright citrus burst. Orange blossom and violet leaf bring a soft, floral and green heart. Cedarwood and patchouli settle it onto a lightly woody, spicy base.

L'Homme (2008)

7.8

Roger & Gallet · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet L'Homme is a fresh yet classic-leaning men's fragrance, with a lemon and mint opening settling into a woody chypre-fougère base; it has been discontinued. Voters call it distinctly masculine and classic. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and it is picked most for fall and spring, mainly for daily wear and the office. It opens with lemon and mint for a bright start. In the heart, lavender, clove and ylang-ylang add a spicy, floral softness. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and oakmoss gives it a woody, slightly leathery footing. Etro New Tradition and L'Artisan Parfumeur L'Eau du Caporal have a close profile.

Tubéreuse Hédonie

7.4

Roger & Gallet · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Tubéreuse Hédonie is a fresh, floral unisex scent that sets tuberose and jasmine absolutes against the brightness of neroli and bergamot; it has been discontinued. Tuberose absolute and jasmine absolute sit at the centre. Neroli and bergamot keep those flowers citrusy and fresh, while pink pepper and celery seed add a spicy, green edge. Sweet and powdery accords soften the florals. Most voters suggest spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or classic. Nest Indian Jasmine and Régalien Dem have a close profile.

Rose Imaginaire

6.0

Roger & Gallet · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Rose Imaginaire is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance suited to daytime, leisure and the office, for anyone who wants a light floral touch. It has been discontinued. It opens with Sicilian mandarin orange and Italian woodland strawberry, which pair citrus with a sweet fruitiness. In the heart, Egyptian violet leaf and Egyptian jasmine add a green, floral note. Australian sandalwood and Indonesian patchouli rest underneath, giving the scent a woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads as a quiet scent. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear, leisure and business, and less often for sport. It reads as feminine. Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine and The Maker Wild have a close profile.

L'Homme (1979) (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Roger & Gallet · 1979

Fresh · Floral · Green

Roger & Gallet L'Homme is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance built around spearmint, juniper berry and sage; it has been discontinued. The scent isn't split into top, heart and base; it reads as a single whole. Spearmint and juniper berry give a cool green lift, while coriander and spicy notes keep it dry rather than sharp. Sage carries the fougère feel, and cistus, amber and woody notes lay a resinous, earthy ground, with ylang-ylang adding a soft floral touch. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters lean towards fall and spring, though summer and winter are not far behind. Votes are spread evenly across leisure, daily wear, business and evening, which suits its classic masculine profile.

Verveine Utopie

7.8

Roger & Gallet · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Verveine Utopie is a fresh, green unisex scent built around vervain, basil and absinth, and it has been discontinued. Vervain and basil give the scent a citrusy, herbal freshness, while absinth and gentian add a slightly bitter, spicy depth. Cedarwood, gaiac wood and vetiver set it on a woody base, and creamy, fruity touches soften the edges. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it reads as genuinely unisex. Roger & Gallet Bois d'Orange and The Merchant Of Venice Esperidi Water have a close profile.

Rose Mignonnerie

7.3

Roger & Gallet · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau Sublime Or - Bois d'Orange

7.5

Roger & Gallet · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Eau Sublime Or - Bois d'Orange is a women's fragrance that opens on orange, mandarin orange and petitgrain, with orange blossom and jasmine in its heart. The opening is led by three citrus notes: petitgrain, mandarin orange and orange. They give the scent a fresh, fruity brightness. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine, coconut blossom and ylang-ylang add a soft floral layer. The base of vanilla and Atlas cedar sweetens it and leaves a lightly spicy, woody, creamy trail. Chanel Gabrielle Chanel (Eau de Parfum) and Korres Cashmere Kumquat (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.