The Perfume Library

18 perfumes

For Men / For Gentlemen

Woods of Windsor · 1981

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Woods of Windsor For Men / For Gentlemen is a fresh, green men's fragrance that pairs bright citrus with spice, herbs and an earthy, woody base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer less favoured. Daily wear and business settings lead, while evening and night out come well behind. It is classed as a men's fragrance. It opens with bergamot, orange and lemon in a bright citrus layer, warmed by clove and nutmeg. Herbs carry the green note through the heart. In the base, patchouli and oakmoss settle it into an earthy, woody and slightly leathery finish.

Lily of the Valley

7.3

Woods of Windsor · 1974

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Woods of Windsor Lily of the Valley is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around lemon, white lily and lily of the valley, best suited to everyday wear in spring and summer. It opens with the citrus brightness of lemon and orange, joined by the green, floral lift of white lily and mimosa leaf. The heart of geranium, hawthorn and lily of the valley keeps the floral line going, and a base of musk and sandalwood settles it into a powdery, creamy, lightly woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer, and daily wear, leisure and office use lead the occasions. Its character is mostly seen as feminine and classic.

Lavender

7.5

Woods of Windsor · 1974

Fresh · Floral · Green

Woods of Windsor Lavender is a unisex scent that puts a fresh, green and lightly powdery side of lavender up front. It opens with eucalyptus and mandarin orange, which bring a cool, bright citrus edge. In the heart, lavender and Provençal lavender dominate. The base of patchouli, musk, neroli and chamomile softens it into a powdery, gently sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn is not far behind. It is chosen mostly for daily wear and leisure, with business and evening less common. Harry Lehmann Lavendelblüte and Chanel Jersey have a close profile.

True Rose

7.1

Woods of Windsor · 2002

Fresh · Floral · Green

Woods of Windsor True Rose is a fresh, powdery rose scent made for women, with a light sweetness and a green edge that suits daytime wear. It opens with lychee and violet leaf, which give a light, juicy and green start. At the heart, Damask rose and rose otto lead, while jasmine and violet soften the floral picture. The base of musk, woods and iris leaves it creamy, powdery and faintly woody. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most. Ermenegildo Zegna Florentine Iris and Dorin Dorina share a close profile.

Cedar Woods

7.2

Woods of Windsor · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Woods of Windsor Cedar Woods is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent that settles into a woody base of cedarwood and patchouli; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. Voters pick it most for daily wear and leisure, with business settings close behind. It reads equally at home on men and women. It opens bright with citrus notes, lime, mandarin orange and violet leaf. The heart turns spicy and fougère-like through lavender, sage, nutmeg and cardamom. Cedarwood and patchouli give the base an earthy, woody warmth, softened by musk.

Pomegranate & Hibiscus

6.8

Woods of Windsor · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Woods of Windsor Pomegranate & Hibiscus is a fresh, floral and fruity women's fragrance that balances its sweetness with spice and wood, and it has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange, orange and bergamot for a bright citrus lift. At the heart, hibiscus, pomegranate and blackcurrant build a fruity floral texture, while pink pepper and ginger add a light touch of spice. The base turns sweeter with vanilla and benzoin, resting on sandalwood and cedarwood. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. Its light, fresh character leans towards everyday wear. Those looking for a close profile may also look at Kappa Pink and Elizabeth Arden Untold.

White Jasmine

7.4

Woods of Windsor

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Woods of Windsor White Jasmine is a women's fragrance that sets jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang against the fresh lift of green leaves and orange blossom. It opens fresh and citrusy with green leaves and orange blossom. In the heart, ylang-ylang, rose and jasmine bring the floral character forward, with sweet and lightly spicy tones alongside. Sandalwood and moss settle the scent onto a woody, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so this is a tentative read. It is offered as a women's perfume, and its fresh, floral build suits those who want something light for everyday wear. Yves Rocher Vie privée and Hermès Calèche Eau Délicate have a close profile.

Bergamot & Neroli

6.6

Woods of Windsor · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Woods of Windsor Bergamot & Neroli is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built around lemon, neroli and bergamot; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, neroli and bergamot, a bright and clean citrus note. In the heart, vervain and rosemary add a green, lightly spicy edge to that freshness. The base of musk and woody notes softens everything, while the floral and sweet sides stay in the background. The overall feel is light and clean, with citrus clearly in charge. Its profile is close to Comme des Garçons Series 4: Cologne - Citrico and Dior Cologne Royale.

Blue Orchid & Water Lily

5.9

Woods of Windsor · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Woods of Windsor Blue Orchid & Water Lily is a fresh, floral and aquatic women's fragrance built around water lily, vanilla orchid and aquatic notes; it has been discontinued. It opens with currant, mango and orange, a fruity brightness. In the heart, bellflower, water lily, aquatic notes and vanilla orchid turn it watery and floral. The base of cedarwood, mahogany wood and tonka bean adds a woody footing and a light sweetness. Green and synthetic touches run through the whole. Its profile is close to Hugo Boss Hugo Woman (Eau de Toilette) and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette).