The Perfume Library

77 perfumes

Sì (2014) (Eau de Parfum Intense)

Giorgio Armani · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Giorgio Armani Sì is a sweet, fruity floral built around mandarin orange, blackcurrant liqueur and May rose; it has been discontinued, and it leans clearly feminine, best suited to fall and winter evenings. It opens bright and juicy with mandarin orange, bergamot and blackcurrant liqueur, softened a little by freesia. In the heart, May rose and neroli absolute carry the floral side, while osmanthus and artemisia nudge it toward a powdery, spicy tone. The base dries down warm and gourmand, with vanilla, patchouli and ambroxan adding a woody backbone. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with summer a small minority. It is linked mostly to night outs and evenings, though daily wear has its place too. Most voters read it as feminine.

Ivoire de Balmain (1980) (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Balmain · 1980

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Balmain Ivoire de Balmain is a chypre-style women's fragrance that opens with citrus and green freshness and settles into powdery florals over a woody base; it has been discontinued. Mandarin orange, bergamot and lemon open bright alongside aldehydes, while violet and chamomile pull that freshness towards green. In the heart, lily of the valley, Turkish rose and jasmine form the floral core, with carnation and cinnamon adding a spicy warmth. The base of sandalwood, vetiver and oakmoss gives an earthy, woody ground, softened by vanilla and musk. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it isn't tied to one setting, from daily wear to evenings out. Most voters call it feminine and classic.

Upper Ten for Her

7.8

Lubin · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lubin Upper Ten for Her is a women's fragrance that pairs rose, raspberry liqueur and dark chocolate, with floral, fruity and gourmand sides all audible together. It opens with bergamot and elemi resin alongside Isabella grape and artemisia. In the heart, Bulgarian rose absolute is sweetened by raspberry liqueur, while Sichuan pepper adds a little spice. The base of dark chocolate, amber and frankincense brings a resinous, smoky warmth, with precious woods as the dry backdrop. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer a minority choice. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though daytime wear has its share of votes. Voters mostly call it feminine, with classic and modern close behind. Daniel Josier Orquidea and Parfums DelRae Bois de Paradis have a close profile.

La Nuit (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Rabanne · 1985

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Toilette

Rabanne La Nuit Eau de Toilette is a floral, spicy and woody chypre that sets the brightness of myrtle and lemon against civet, oakmoss and leather; it has been discontinued and is a women's fragrance. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. In the character votes, feminine and classic lead. The top opens fresh and spicy with myrtle, artemisia, lemon, cardamom and bergamot. In the heart, pepper, jasmine, rose and peach add a soft floral note. The base of civet, oakmoss, cedarwood, leather and patchouli turns it animalic, leathery and woody. Rochas Femme and Daniel Hechter Caractère have a close profile.

Velvet Kitten

7.2

Pussy Deluxe · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Pussy Deluxe Velvet Kitten is a women's fragrance that opens bright with bergamot, mandarin orange and lychee, moves into a fruity floral heart of jasmine, rose and peach, and settles into sweet, warm vanilla and amber; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage good. Most voters call it feminine. Fall and spring lead the season votes, with winter close behind and summer further back. Night out, evening and daily wear draw nearly equal votes. The top is fresh and lightly spicy, with bergamot, mandarin orange, lychee and pink pepper, and magnolia and artemisia add a green edge. The heart builds a fruity floral body from jasmine, rose, plum and peach. Cedar, amber, vanilla and musk close it with a woody, powdery sweetness. Dolce & Gabbana L'Eau The One and Memo Paris Granada have a close profile.

Niki de Saint Phalle (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Niki de Saint Phalle · 1982

Floral · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Niki de Saint Phalle Eau de Toilette is a green floral chypre for women, leaning towards fall and winter and towards evenings and nights out; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh with bergamot, mint, green notes and peach. The heart builds a floral base of patchouli, cedar, jasmine and rose, with orris root adding a powdery softness. It dries down to oakmoss, amber, leather and musk, woody, resinous and leathery in feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions, though spring and daytime wear also draw votes. More than half of voters call it feminine, and many add classic. Halston and Rochas Femme have a close profile.

Ortensia

7.8

L'Erbolario · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

L'Erbolario Ortensia is a fresh, floral perfume with a soft sweetness and a powdery edge, made for women. Violet, rose, jasmine and hydrangea lead the top. In the heart, ylang-ylang, heliotrope and Bourbon vanilla soften the florals and sweeten them. The base of sandalwood, iris and white musk leaves it powdery and warm. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it is noticed up close rather than from afar. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it sits best in daily wear, at the office and in leisure time, less so in the evening. Most voters find it feminine. Jenny Choo White Musk and Histoires de Parfums Blanc Violette have a close profile.

Relaxing Fragrance / Fragrance Relaxante / リラクシングフレグランス (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Shiseido · 1997

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Shiseido Relaxing Fragrance Eau de Parfum is a fresh, aquatic and green floral for women, and it has been discontinued. It opens cool and watery, with artemisia, bamboo, cucumber and tea rose giving a crisp green feel. Peony, cardamom and gardenia then bring the florals forward with a light touch of spice, and sandalwood settles underneath as a soft, woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most common settings. It reads feminine. Lancaster Aquasenses and Creed Silver Mountain Water have a close profile.

Chasing the Dragon Euphoric

8.7

Clive Christian · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Clive Christian Chasing the Dragon Euphoric is a sweet, floral women's scent that sets ylang-ylang, jasmine and amber against the warmth of vanilla and cinnamon; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Voters lean towards autumn and spring, and it suits night outs and evenings best, though it is not out of place by day. Most voters read it as feminine, with a classic feel. The scent reads as a fresh, green floral as a whole: jasmine, ylang-ylang and narcissus sit on a creamy base. Blackcurrant adds a fruity lift. Amber, sandalwood and vanilla sweeten and soften it, while cinnamon brings a spicy warmth.

Goldy (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Hayari · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Hayari Goldy Eau de Parfum is a powdery, creamy floral with sweet, spicy and woody tones, and a soft character aimed at women. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level, so it keeps you company through the day without leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick spring and fall, though winter and summer are not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and can also work for evenings and the office. Most voters find it feminine, and some read it as classic. Rosemary and artemisia give a fresh, lightly herbal opening. In the heart, orange blossom, narcissus and jasmine form the floral body. Musk, cedar and sandalwood settle it onto a woody, creamy, powdery base. Joop! Le Bain Eau de Parfum and Isabey Lys Noir have a close profile.

Empreinte (1971) (Eau de Toilette)

8.5

Courrèges · 1971

Fresh · Floral · Green

Courrèges Empreinte (1971) Eau de Toilette is a green, floral chypre for women that sets a fresh opening of peach, aldehydes and bergamot against oakmoss and patchouli; it has been discontinued. It opens cool and green with peach, aldehydes, artemisia, coriander and bergamot. The heart turns floral with jasmine, iris and rose, while melon adds a light fruity touch. The base is dry and woody, built on patchouli, oakmoss, cedar and sandalwood, with castoreum and amber lending a leathery, spicy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily and business wear lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. Sisley Eau de Sisley 2 and Rochas Eau de Rochas (1970) have a close profile.

Les Compositions Parfumées - Electric Purple

7.4

Lalique · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lalique Les Compositions Parfumées - Electric Purple is a fresh, citrusy floral-fruity scent with green and powdery touches that leans towards daytime wear. It opens cool with mint, violet leaf absolute and grapefruit. At the heart, blackcurrant, boysenberry and artemisia set a fruity sweetness against a green edge. Patchouli, moss and Helvetolide® settle the base into a powdery, slightly synthetic finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office are the most chosen settings. It is made for women, and most voters find it feminine. Tiffany & Co. Tiffany & Co. and Juicy Couture Peace, Love & Juicy Couture have a close profile.

Dream Away (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Betty Barclay · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Betty Barclay Dream Away Eau de Parfum is a light feminine scent that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, powdery softness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind, and it is mostly worn for daily use, leisure and the office. It reads feminine, though some voters also call it modern or classic. The top opens fresh and fruity with mandarin orange, artemisia and apple. Jasmine, violet and peach bring a floral, powdery heart, and white musk, patchouli and vanilla leave a creamy, sweet warmth underneath. Kenzo Flower by Kenzo (Eau de Parfum) and Otto Kern Commitment Woman (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Schu (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Schuberth

Floral · Green · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Schuberth Schu Eau de Parfum is a woody, resinous women's fragrance in which a floral heart is hardened by green, spicy and smoky tones. It opens with artemisia, star anise and angelica, a green and spicy start. In the heart, ylang-ylang and white lily build the floral side while frankincense and myrrh add a resinous depth. The base of cedarwood, vetiver, ambergris and oud leaves a woody, animalic and smoky foundation. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, while summer is rarely chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Masque III-II Romanza and Jazeel Ghala have a close profile.

Tulipano Nero (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Spezierie Palazzo Vecchio · 1990

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Spezierie Palazzo Vecchio Tulipano Nero Eau de Parfum is a chypre-leaning women's fragrance in which citrus and flowers are deepened by spice and resin. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though those ratings rest on only a few votes. Voters place it mostly in winter and fall, then spring; evening and leisure hours lead, with night outings close behind. It opens with bergamot, bitter orange and mandarin orange in a bright citrus layer, with artemisia adding a green edge. In the heart, ylang-ylang, neroli, rose and lilac form a floral body, while cinnamon and nutmeg warm it with spice. The base of vanilla, patchouli, myrrh, benzoin and sandalwood settles it onto a resinous, woody, sweet footing.

Triskell

7.0

Anima Mundi · 2019

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Anima Mundi Triskell is a green, fruity fragrance that opens with blueberry, wheat and artemisia and dries down to fir balsam and Virginia cedar. In the top, the sweetness of blueberry sits beside the dry, herbal tones of wheat and artemisia. The heart of bergamot, coriander and Nootka cypress pulls the scent in a spicy, woody direction. In the base, fir balsam, Virginia cedar and musk leave a resinous warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It is classed as a feminine fragrance. Its green, woody build keeps it close to everyday wear. Nishane Papilefiko and Victoria Oden have a similar profile.

Amaryllis / Amaryllis Bianco

7.4

Panama 1924 · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Panama 1924 Amaryllis / Amaryllis Bianco is a sweet, creamy floral for women, with spice, smoke and an animal warmth running beneath the flowers. It opens with orange, bergamot and coriander, a fresh and lightly spicy start, with rhubarb and lavender adding a greenish edge. In the heart, jasmine sambac, magnolia and amaryllis carry the floral weight while frankincense casts a smoky shadow. In the base, vanilla, musk and sandalwood soften everything into a creamy sweetness. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It sits firmly on the feminine side.

Imagine

8.5

Jean Louis Vermeil · 1989

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Jean Louis Vermeil Imagine is a women's fragrance that pairs a fruity citrus opening of raspberry, apple and lemon with a floral heart and a chypre base; it has been discontinued. It opens with raspberry, apple, lemon, grapefruit and peach, a bright and sweet fruit mix. The heart builds a floral body from lily, ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose, with clove adding spice. The base of sandalwood, amber, oakmoss and patchouli leaves a woody, earthy, powdery chypre trail. Oriental, animal and smoky tones deepen its character. Its profile is close to Rochas Femme and Giorgio Beverly Hills Giorgio.