The Perfume Library

30 perfumes

Van Gils pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

Van Gils · 1988

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green masculine scent in a classic vein, deepened by spice and wood; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, and it suits evenings and nights out as well as daily wear. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most votes call it masculine and classic. Vervain and bergamot open it fresh. Thyme, cardamom, rosemary and coriander bring a green, spicy heart. Musk and amber soften the base, while woody, resinous, earthy and leathery accords complete the chypre character. Ralph Lauren Polo and Gucci Gucci № 3 have a close profile.

Live (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Van Gils · 2013

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils Live Eau de Toilette is a fresh, sweet men's scent that leans towards autumn and winter; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh and fruity with orange, an air accord and grapefruit. Vetiver and patchouli give the heart an earthy footing, and vanilla, oud and leather in the base pull it towards a spicy, smoky, leathery tone. The overall impression sits between fresh and woody oriental, with a synthetic edge. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring. It is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, with business and evening also getting votes, and it reads mainly masculine and classic. Câline Oud Extreme and Jardin Bohème Oud Mystique have a close profile.

Tendenza (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Van Gils

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils Tendenza Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs citrus and fruit freshness with spice, flowers and a sweet, woody base; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh and fruity with mint, bergamot, lime and pineapple, while cinnamon and juniper berry add a spicy edge. Lavender, jasmine and violet bring a soft floral heart. It dries down on vetiver, sandalwood and amber, warm, lightly powdery and sweet. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate by voters, so it is measured rather than loud. Ratings are few, but the score is 7.3 out of 10. It is made for men and suits everyday wear. Montblanc Individuel and Chopard Cašmir have a close profile.

Strictly for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Van Gils

Fresh · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils Strictly for Men Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that opens fresh, then turns spicy, woody and earthy, with smoky and leathery touches. Lemon vervain, bergamot and lemon give it a bright start. In the heart, coriander, thyme and cardamom add a dry, spicy edge. Vetiver, cedar, patchouli and amber dominate the base, with orange softening that earthy, dry finish. Longevity and sillage are rated as good, though the votes are few. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring behind them and summer chosen by very few. Evenings, leisure time and nights out lead, while daily and office wear are also possible. Dior Fahrenheit and Puig Quorum have a close profile.

Between Sheets (Eau de Toilette)

6.1

Van Gils · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils Between Sheets Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with green and floral touches that settle into a sweet, powdery woodiness. Longevity and sillage are rated weak by those who voted, so the scent stays close to the skin and does not project far. The number of votes is small, so this impression is not a firm verdict. It opens with mandarin orange, lime and grapefruit, and green resins add a sharp freshness. In the heart, lavender and basil give it an aromatic edge. The base rests on vetiver and sandalwood, while tonka bean and vanilla sweeten and soften it. Ajmal Chemystery and Abercrombie & Fitch Chase have a close profile.

Basic Instinct (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Van Gils · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils Basic Instinct Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that carries the fresh, fruity opening of melon, lavender and pineapple down to a warmer vetiver and amber base. It suits relaxed daily wear: voters pick it most for leisure and daytime, and also find it fitting for sport and the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so the scent stays close to the skin without pushing itself on the room. The top is melon, pineapple, lavender, nutmeg and blackcurrant, giving a fresh, citrusy, slightly aquatic start. Orange blossom, violet and jasmine add a soft floral heart. At the base, vetiver, amber, patchouli and oakmoss settle it onto a green, earthy ground. The overall impression is clean and leaning sweet. Vespa Vespa for Him and French Avenue Safari Breeze have a close profile.

VG V

7.8

Van Gils

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Van Gils VG V is a woody, spicy men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green character with a fruity sweetness. The top notes are blood orange and coriander, giving a bright, lightly spiced and fruity start. In the heart, white cedar, lavender and peach blossom build a woody, green core. The base of vanilla, moss, Brazilian rosewood and amber sweetens and softens the whole. Its longevity is rated good. It is made for men, and its fresh build suits everyday wear. The rating is high, though based on few votes. Its profile is close to CinisLabs Aether and Gisada Ambassador for Men.

Van Gils I (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Van Gils · 2018

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils I Eau de Toilette is a men's scent where citrus and spice sit on a sweet, powdery, woody base, with gourmand and fougère touches among its accords. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. The number of votes is small, so this is only a rough picture, but those who have tried it rate its value for money highly. It opens with cardamom, bergamot, plum blossom and chili, fresh and spicy. The heart brings patchouli, lavender, iris and pimento; the base of vetiver, tonka bean, musk, vanilla and sandalwood sweetens it and settles into a creamy warmth. Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial and Rasasi Daarej pour Homme have a close profile.