The Perfume Library

Fragonard · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Fragonard Beau Gosse Eau de Toilette is a fresh, watery men's scent that opens on bergamot and citrus fruits, then carries the spice of cardamom and clove onto dry cedarwood. The opening is led by watery fruits, aquatic flowers, bergamot and citrus fruits, giving a green, aquatic and lightly floral freshness. Cardamom and clove add spice in the heart, and musk and cedarwood settle it on a woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits anyone who wants a light scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most find it masculine. Acqua di Parma Colonia Pura and Acqua di Parma Bergamotto di Calabria have a close profile.

Frivole (Eau de Toilette)

Fragonard · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Fragonard Frivole Eau de Toilette is a fresh, lightly sweet and creamy feminine scent that pairs bright citrus with a green, floral lightness. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine and classic. It opens with lemon, bergamot and green mandarin orange for a sparkling citrus start. Peony, lily of the valley and jasmine then add a soft floral heart, while aquatic and fruity touches keep it fresh. The base of iris, patchouli and musk settles into a creamy, gently sweet finish. Linari Eleganza Luminosa and Ormonde Jayne Levant (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

BlackSoul (Eau de Toilette)

Ted Lapidus · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Ted Lapidus BlackSoul Eau de Toilette is a spicy, oriental men's fragrance in which cardamom, cinnamon and saffron meet the sweetness of date and raisin. It opens with cardamom, neroli, bergamot and spearmint, fresh but already spiced. The heart brings date, raisin, saffron and cinnamon, moving the scent toward a fruity, sweet warmth. The base of tolu balm, musk, Chinese cedar and gaiac wood settles into a resinous, woody and slightly animalic ground. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans toward evenings and nights out. Most voters find it masculine.

Atlas Mountain Rose (Eau de Toilette)

The Body Shop · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

The Body Shop Atlas Mountain Rose Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon and currant bud, a citrusy, slightly green freshness. In the heart, spices and Moroccan rose lead, the rose sweet and fruity, the spices adding a little warmth. Amber in the base softens everything and finishes in a sweet, woody tone. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions named most often. Most voters read it as feminine.

Transat (Eau de Toilette)

Yves Rocher · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Yves Rocher Transat Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent that suits spring and summer days, whether for leisure or the office; it has been discontinued. Transat has moderate longevity and weak sillage, so it stays close and light. Most voters point to summer and spring, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Its masculine character dominates, with some voters also finding it modern. Rosemary sits in the top, seawater in the heart. Amber and woods in the base give it a woody footing. The overall impression is fresh and green, with citrus and aquatic accords in front while the spicy and synthetic touches stay in the background.

Birmane (Eau de Toilette)

Van Cleef & Arpels · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Van Cleef & Arpels Birmane Eau de Toilette pairs the freshness of lemon and bergamot with a powdery heart of heliotrope and rose, settling into a sweet vanilla and tonka bean base; it suits women and leans towards fall and spring. It opens bright and fruity with lemon, bergamot, pineapple and rosewood. The heart turns floral and powdery with heliotrope, rose and orchid. The base of tonka bean, vanilla, musk and sandalwood makes it sweet, woody and slightly oriental. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick fall, spring and winter, while summer comes last. Votes are spread across daytime, leisure and evening wear, and it reads mostly feminine. It has been discontinued. Rania J. Rose Ishtar and Salvador Dali Le Roy Soleil (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Violette (Eau de Toilette)

Fragonard · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Fragonard Violette Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent that opens bright with orange and mandarin orange before settling into rose, violet and jasmine. The opening is fruity and crisp, with orange, mandarin orange and blackberry. The heart is floral, led by rose, violet and jasmine, with green and sweet touches softening it. Amber, musk and raspberry in the base leave the scent sweet and smooth. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads feminine. Montale Fruits of the Musk and Brecourt L'Amoureuse (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Mandate (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Three Pears Ltd. · 1975

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Three Pears Ltd. Mandate Eau de Toilette is a classic masculine scent that pairs the fresh, green opening of rosemary, bergamot and lavender with the spicy warmth of clove and cinnamon. Mandate's longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters wear it in autumn and spring, though summer has a fair share too. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and less towards evenings or nights out. Most voters read it as masculine, with a good number calling it classic. The top opens clean and bright with rosemary, rosewood, bergamot, lavender and clary sage. In the heart, geranium, clove, cinnamon and pine deepen the spice and the green. The base of tonka bean, amber, cedar, oakmoss and musk dries down woody, resinous, earthy and slightly leathery.

Cycle (Eau de Toilette)

8.5

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 Jaguar Jaguar for Men Ultimate Power have a close profile.

Cialenga (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Balenciaga · 1973

Citrus · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Balenciaga Cialenga Eau de Toilette is a women's fragrance that moves from a fresh opening of blackcurrant and green notes through an iris, rose and jasmine heart to an earthy chypre base of vetiver and oakmoss; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters find it wearable in every season, with autumn and spring slightly ahead. It leans towards daytime and office wear, and suits evenings too. It reads feminine and classic. The opening pairs blackcurrant and citrus fruits with green notes for a lively, fruity freshness. The heart builds a floral body from iris, rose, jasmine and lily of the valley, with clove adding a light spicy edge. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, cedarwood and oakmoss settles into a woody, earthy chypre.

Soulmate Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

s.Oliver · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

s.Oliver Soulmate Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, sweet scent for men, balanced by spice and a woody base. It lasts a moderate time and sits close to the skin, with weak sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. Daily wear, the office and leisure lead, and many voters find it masculine and modern. Mandarin orange, saffron and black pepper open bright and spicy. The heart brings lavender, tonka bean and nutmeg: the tonka sweetens, while the lavender keeps it fresh. Amber and patchouli leave a warm, woody, oriental base, with floral and fruity touches in the background. NIVEA Nivea Men and Jaguar Stance have a close profile.

Absolute Woman (Eau de Toilette)

5.0

Bruno Banani · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Bruno Banani Absolute Woman Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Pink grapefruit gives it a bright, citrus opening, and pink pepper adds a light lift in the heart. Amber and vanilla settle underneath and soften it with sweetness. The overall impression is fresh, floral and fruity, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads feminine and modern. Bvlgari Omnia Pink Sapphire and Lattafa Ana Abiyedh / آنا أبيض (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Eau du Bonheur (Eau de Toilette)

Fragonard · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Fragonard Eau du Bonheur Eau de Toilette opens with basil, bergamot and mandarin orange, then moves into neroli and jasmine, a fresh unisex scent that suits summer and spring. Citrus and green accords lead: basil, bergamot, mandarin orange and lime make a light, bright start. In the heart, neroli, magnolia, maté and jasmine add a soft floral touch, while cedarwood, vanilla and sandalwood settle the scent onto a woody, gently sweet base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daytime, leisure and office wear come up most. Voters lean slightly towards feminine, though modern and masculine both draw a fair share.

#La Isla Blanca (Eau de Toilette)

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. Miller Harris Brighton Rock and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Lolita Lempicka (Eau de Toilette) (2011)

Lolita Lempicka · 2011

Floral · Green · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Lolita Lempicka Eau de Toilette is a women's fragrance that opens with black cherry, apricot nectar and lemon zest, then moves into a floral heart of jasmine and iris; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions, while evening and night out come lower. It reads feminine and modern. The fruity, sweet opening gives way to jasmine and iris, which add a floral, powdery softness. Green and gourmand touches run through it. In the base, kingwood, frankincense and musk bring a woody, spicy warmth. Dsquared² Potion for Woman and Hervé Léger Hervé Léger have a close profile.

Island Fantasy (Eau de Toilette)

Britney Spears · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Britney Spears Island Fantasy Eau de Toilette pairs red fruits, mandarin orange and watermelon with a fresh, sweet floral base; it has been discontinued. It opens with red fruits, mandarin orange, clementine and watermelon, while the citrus and aquatic accords keep it cool. Jasmine, freesia and violet add a soft floral heart. Sugar cane sweetens the base, and musk dries down to a gentle trace. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads feminine and modern. Ralph Lauren Ralph and Moschino Toy 2 have a close profile.

Polo Double Black (Eau de Toilette)

Ralph Lauren · 2006

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Polo Double Black Eau de Toilette is a fruity, sweet gourmand scent balanced by spice and wood, made for men and now discontinued. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the wearer. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings, the office and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. It opens with mango and pepper, the fruit sweetness sharpened by the pepper. In the heart, coffee and nutmeg add a gourmand, spicy warmth. The base of juniper berry, woods and cardamom settles into a woody footing. La Rive Heroic Man and Hugo Boss Boss Soul (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Original / Legendary Harley-Davidson (Eau de Toilette)

Harley-Davidson · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Harley-Davidson Original / Legendary Harley-Davidson Eau de Toilette is a discontinued men's fragrance that leans towards spring and fall, with a fresh, woody character suited to relaxed everyday wear. Mint and bergamot open cool and citrusy. In the heart, cypress and cedarwood add a green, dry woodiness. The base of sandalwood and patchouli settles into something earthy, slightly smoky and resinous, with leathery and spicy touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure and daily wear come first, with office use also possible. It reads as a masculine scent.

Extreme Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Paul Smith · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Paul Smith Extreme Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with green and spicy touches that suits daily wear; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn trailing and winter barely chosen. Daily, leisure and business are the most voted occasions. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, and most voters read it as masculine and modern. Cardamom and bergamot open it fresh and spicy. In the heart, geranium, rosewood and frankincense add a floral, woody greenness. Tonka bean, musk and sandalwood soften the base and dry it down on a woody ground. Dunhill Century and Calvin Klein CK One Essence have a close profile.

Kouros Fraîcheur (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Yves Saint Laurent · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Fraîcheur Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a spicy, woody base that suits spring and summer; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though it also works for a night out. It reads masculine and classic. Bergamot opens bright. In the heart, orange blossom and pineapple add a soft floral and fruity touch. The base of vetiver, ginger, patchouli and amber settles into a spicy, woody floor, with a faint animal edge in the background. Mes Bisous A Wondrous Flight and Mancera Kumkat Wood have a close profile.

Play It Lovely (Eau de Toilette)

Playboy · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Playboy Play It Lovely Eau de Toilette is a light women's fragrance that pairs citrus and fruit freshness with a sweet, powdery floral feel; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and leaves a quiet trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear and leisure. It reads as feminine and modern. Lemon, peach and blackberry open lively and fruity. The heart fills out softly with belle de nuit flower, tuberose and orchid. In the base, tonka bean, patchouli and amber sweeten it and settle into a powdery warmth. Escada Especially Escada Elixir and Cacharel Amor Amor (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Flowing Man (Eau de Toilette)

Puma · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Puma Flowing Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, pink grapefruit and mint, with pepperoni adding a light spice. In the heart, green leaves, cedar and basil push it in a green, woody direction. Musk and patchouli soften the base. There are aquatic and floral touches, while a fruity, synthetic side stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it leaves a light, close trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. It reads masculine and modern. Hugo Boss Hugo XY (Eau de Toilette) and Linari Vista Sul Mare have a close profile.

Vacation (Eau de Toilette)