The Perfume Library

Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic

7.9

Guerlain · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring for it, while autumn and winter stay well behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and few choose it for evenings or nights out. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it is light but still noticeable. Most voters call it feminine. It opens with clementine, bitter orange and neroli for a citrus lift, while green tea and ivy add a green edge. The heart brings peony and chamomile for a soft floral feel, with basil adding a slightly spicy note. Sandalwood and amber sweeten the base and let it settle into a calm warmth. Fresh, green and fruity accords run through the whole scent.

Obsession (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Calvin Klein · 1985

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Calvin Klein Obsession Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy and woody scent that leans towards cold-weather evenings and is aimed mainly at women. The top is a fruity opening of peach, bergamot and mandarin orange, sharpened slightly by basil and green notes. In the heart, rose, jasmine and orange blossom form a floral core, warmed by sandalwood, cedar and exotic spices. The base is led by vanilla, amber, musk and oakmoss, while frankincense and civet push it towards a resinous, smoky and animalic side, with a powdery, oriental feel overall. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening or night out; summer and the office come well behind. It reads as feminine and classic. Yves Saint Laurent Opium and Caron Parfum Sacré have a close profile.

Jicky (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Guerlain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Guerlain Jicky Eau de Parfum is a fougère that sets fresh citrus against sweet, spicy and animalic tones, and it is mostly seen as a women's fragrance. It opens with bergamot, lemon, mandarin orange and rosemary. In the heart, lavender, rose, jasmine and orris root give it a floral, powdery character. In the base, vanilla, benzoin and sandalwood sweeten and soften it, while civet leaves an animalic trace. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn first, then spring, and it is favoured for evenings and nights out. Most voters find it feminine, while others read it as classic or masculine.

Aqua Allegoria Nerolia Vetiver

7.3

Guerlain · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Nerolia Vetiver is a fresh, green scent where citrus meets flowers, light enough to suit warm days and everyday wear. Fig, Calabrian neroli, basil and vetiver sit together here. A fresh, citrusy frame carries floral and green tones, while fruity sweetness, a touch of spice and a creamy softness round it out. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most common settings. It is sold as a women's fragrance, and voters mostly call it feminine, though a good number read it as masculine. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Nerolia Vetiver Perle and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Nerolia Vetiver have a close profile.

Aqua Allegoria Forte Mandarine Basilic

8.0

Guerlain · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Mandarine Basilic is a light, fresh scent for warm weather, leaning feminine and most at ease in summer and spring. Italian mandarin orange brings a bright citrus snap, met by the green edge of basil. Vanilla sweetens it slightly, while sandalwood lays a soft woody base underneath. The floral and fruity sides stay in the background, and the fresh accord leads. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a gentle trail rather than a heavy one. Most voters pick summer and spring, and winter gets only a small share. It suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern.

Diorella (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Dior · 1972

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dior Diorella Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green chypre built around melon, lemon and bergamot, and it suits everyday wear. It opens with green notes, melon, lemon, basil and bergamot. In the heart, jasmine, peach and rose add a soft floral layer. The base of patchouli, oakmoss and vetiver closes it in a dry, woody chypre mood. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daytime, work and leisure lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, with a sizeable share calling it classic. Rochas Eau de Rochas and Iceberg Iceberg have a close profile.

Magnetism

7.4

Escada · 2003

Floral · Green · Fruity

Escada Magnetism opens with blackcurrant leaf, honeydew melon and lychee, making for a floral, fruity women's fragrance. Blackcurrant, melon and pineapple give the top a juicy freshness, while magnolia, iris and rose in the heart are softened by green notes. In the base, vanilla, caramel and amber sweeten the scent, with sandalwood and musk staying in the background. The overall impression is floral, sweet and slightly powdery. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also suits everyday wear. It reads feminine, and many also find it modern. Yohji Yamamoto Yohji and Hervé Léger Hervé Léger have a close profile.

Lancaster (Eau de Toilette Concentrée)

8.3

Lancaster · 1987

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Lancaster Lancaster opens with lavender and bergamot and settles into sandalwood, frankincense and vanilla, a floral, spicy women's fragrance that has been discontinued. The top notes of lavender, bergamot, coriander and thyme give a fresh, herbal start. In the heart, jasmine, tuberose and mimosa bring out the floral side. The base of sandalwood, vanilla, patchouli and oakmoss lays down a woody, sweet, chypre foundation, with powdery and animal tones in the background. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, with evening and daily wear close behind. Most describe the character as feminine and classic. Givenchy Ysatis and Emanuel Ungaro Diva have a close profile.

Boucheron (1988) (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Boucheron · 1988

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Boucheron (1988) is a floral, sweet and spicy women's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is suggested most often for evenings and nights out. It reads classic and clearly feminine. It opens with orange blossom, apricot, mandarin orange and bergamot. In the heart, iris, tuberose and jasmine build a floral body. At the base, vanilla, amber, sandalwood and tonka bean settle it into a sweet, woody, powdery finish. Chloé Chloé (1975) and Hermès 24, Faubourg have a close profile.

Jaïpur Bracelet

7.5

Boucheron · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Boucheron Jaïpur Bracelet is a fresh, green and floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, and towards office and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, business and leisure wear lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read its character as feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. Violet leaf, basil and lemon vervain open it fresh, citrusy and green. Lily of the valley and hyacinth bring the floral heart, while cypress and iris set it on a woody, powdery base. Fruity and sweet touches soften it, with a spicy hint in the background. Chanel Chance (Eau de Parfum) and Givenchy Insensé (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Eau de Rochas (1970) (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Rochas · 1970

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rochas Eau de Rochas (1970) is a fresh chypre that mixes citrus, green and floral sides; it is aimed at women and has been discontinued. Bergamot, mandarin orange, lemon and basil give it a bright, lightly spicy opening. Carnation, patchouli, jasmine and rose lead the heart, while oakmoss, musk, sandalwood and amber set the scent on a woody, earthy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most read it as feminine, though a fair share find it masculine, so it sits somewhere in between. Rochas Eau de Rochas Homme and Dior Diorella have a close profile.

Waterlily Tea Dress (Eau de Parfum) / N°02 Waterlily Tea Dress

7.6

Zara · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Zara Waterlily Tea Dress / N°02 Waterlily Tea Dress Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and green floral built on neroli and bergamot, with a light aquatic feel aimed at women. It lasts and projects at a moderate level. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads feminine, though a fair number of voters also call it modern. It opens with neroli and bergamot, a bright citrus note. In the heart, mint, sage and basil add a cool, herbal green edge. Ambroxan and musk soften the base into a clean, simple trail. Aquatic and synthetic tones shape the overall impression. Akro Breathe and Zara Popeline Blanche have a close profile.

Vent Vert (1990)

7.4

Balmain · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Balmain Vent Vert is a green chypre built around basil, green notes and lemon, softened by florals; it is a women's fragrance that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, though a fair share call it classic. It opens fresh and sharp with basil, green notes, lemon and lime, while peach and orange blossom ease the edge. The heart is mostly floral, with jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and hyacinth. In the base, vetiver, oakmoss and sandalwood give it a dry, woody footing. Rochas Eau de Rochas (1970) and Chanel Cristalle have a close profile.

Byzance (1987) (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Rochas · 1987

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Rochas Byzance Eau de Toilette is a powdery, spicy floral: sweet, woody and oriental in feel, made for women and now discontinued. It opens with basil, aldehydes, mandarin orange and cardamom, leading into a floral heart where orris root, jasmine, tuberose and rose come forward. In the base, heliotrope, amber, vanilla and sandalwood sweeten and soften the whole. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night wear outweigh daytime. More than half of voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic. Guerlain Samsara (Eau de Parfum) and Gloria Vanderbilt Vanderbilt (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Iceberg (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Iceberg · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Iceberg Iceberg Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days and the office; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. Close to half of voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic. It opens with peach, bergamot, lemon and neroli for a citrusy freshness, while galbanum and basil add a green edge. The heart brings lily of the valley, rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang as a soft floral layer. Vetiver, cedar, sandalwood and oakmoss settle into a woody, chypre base.

This Is Really Her!

7.0

Zadig & Voltaire · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Really Her! is a feminine, floral and sweet gourmand scent, with spice and wood keeping the sweetness in check. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Voters mostly call it feminine and modern. It opens with basil and pink pepper, and the heart holds metallic notes, rose and chestnut. In the base, vanilla, honey and labdanum add a creamy sweetness, while patchouli and sandalwood give it a woody footing. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! and Mancera Instant Crush have a close profile.

Dali (1983) (Parfum de Toilette)

8.0

Salvador Dali · 1983

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Salvador Dali Dali (1983) Parfum de Toilette is a floral, powdery women's scent that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine and classic. The top notes of basil, bergamot and mandarin orange give a green, fruity start. In the heart, lily, jasmine, tuberose and rose build a floral body. At the base, amber, vanilla and sandalwood settle it onto a sweet, resinous and woody ground. Chloé Chloé (1975) and Versace Gianni Versace have a close profile.

Eau de Sisley 2

7.2

Sisley · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sisley Eau de Sisley 2 is a fresh, citrusy and green women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and the office; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. It reads feminine to most, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. The top notes are bergamot, basil and cardamom, giving a citrusy, slightly spicy start. In the heart, cyclamen, iris, rose and jasmine add a soft floral touch. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, cedar and vetiver settles into a woody, chypre-style foundation.

Oscar / Oscar de la Renta (1977) (Parfum)

7.7

Oscar de la Renta · 1977

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Oscar de la Renta Oscar / Oscar de la Renta (1977) Parfum is a powdery floral-oriental built on jasmine, ylang-ylang and tuberose in the heart, with vanilla and myrrh giving the base a sweet, resinous finish. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it gets the most votes for evenings and nights out. Voters see it as mainly feminine, then classic. It has been discontinued. It opens with coriander, basil and orange blossom, which add a spicy freshness. In the heart, jasmine, rose and tuberose form a full floral body. The base carries the sweetness of vanilla and myrrh, with sandalwood and patchouli adding a woody, chypre depth. Lancaster Lancaster and Houbigant Raffinée have a similar profile.

Eaudemoiselle

6.8

Givenchy · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Eaudemoiselle is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with basil, lemon and tangerine for a bright citrus start. Ylang-ylang and rose bring a soft floral heart, and fruity, sweet touches are kept in check by a little spice. The base of musk, ambrette and tonka bean settles into a woody, powdery, warm finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mostly for daily wear, work and leisure. Most voters find it feminine. Rancé 1795 Hélène and Labeau L'Eau d'Iris have a close profile.

Rose Privée

7.4

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Artisan Parfumeur Rose Privée is a fresh, floral women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters wear it in spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office more than evenings or nights out. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as feminine. The scent is built around May rose absolute and magnolia. Lilac and violet leaf add a green, airy edge to the florals. Basil and carnation bring a light spice, while hay and patchouli give it a soft, powdery depth.

Aqua Allegoria Harvest Mandarine Basilic

8.1

Guerlain · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Harvest Mandarine Basilic is a fresh, citrusy scent built around Calabrian mandarin orange, basil and green tea, and it suits spring and summer days. The notes are few and simple: Calabrian mandarin orange, basil, green tea and woody notes. Freshness and citrus lead, with a green streak and a soft, fruity sweetness alongside, while the floral side stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most. It reads feminine. It has been discontinued. Its profile is close to Atelier Cologne Pomélo Paradis and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic.

Ameerat Al Arab / أميرة العرب (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Asdaaf

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Asdaaf Ameerat Al Arab / أميرة العرب Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet fragrance for women, pairing cardamom, mint and basil with a floral heart of lavender and honeysuckle. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions. It reads mostly feminine. The top notes of cardamom, mint and basil give a fresh, lightly spicy start. Lavender and honeysuckle carry the floral heart. In the base, jasmine, oud, pepper and saffron lead it into an oriental warmth with a creamy sweetness, while citrus and fruity accords round it out. Asdaaf Ameer Al Arab / امير العرب and Atyab Al Marshoud Marshoud 4 (White) have a close profile.

Azurēe (2015)

8.2

Estēe Lauder · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Estēe Lauder Azurēe (2015) is a fresh, green women's fragrance in which citrus and floral tones rest on an earthy chypre base. Azurēe's longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters suggest spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Voters mostly find it feminine, though a classic and even masculine side comes through too. The top has citrus notes, jasmine and basil; in the heart vetiver, rose and mugwort add a green, woody streak. In the base, moss, amber and patchouli tie it into an earthy, slightly leathery chypre. Sisley Eau de Sisley 2 and Cerruti 1881 Riviera have a close profile.