The Perfume Library

Sun (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Jil Sander · 1989

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Jil Sander Sun Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent that settles into a sweet, powdery warmth. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, and see it as a leisure and daytime perfume, though some also wear it to the office. Most voters find its character feminine. It opens with lemon, bergamot and orange blossom, a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, orris root, heliotrope, ylang-ylang and rose bring a soft, powdery floral touch. Tonka bean, vanilla and amber in the base sweeten it and close on a warm, creamy oriental trail. Solo Tu and Background have a close profile.

Aqua Allegoria Coconut Fizz

7.5

Guerlain · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Coconut Fizz is a fresh, aquatic floral with a fruity, sweet side, and it has been discontinued. Bergamot and coconut water bring the coolness, while fruits and freesia turn it into a light sweetness with a soft floral touch. Tonka bean and sandalwood add a creamy depth, and a slightly synthetic sheen runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most find it feminine, and a good share also call it modern.

Gardénia (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Chanel · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Chanel Gardénia Eau de Toilette pairs gardenia with coconut in a creamy, fruity floral, and it suits spring and summer days as a feminine scent. It opens with green leaves and carries coconut, fruits and gardenia in the heart. The fresh, green start turns into a sweet, powdery, creamy floral, and vanilla in the base keeps that softness going. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter stays in the background. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. It has been discontinued.

Nuit d'été (Eau de Toilette)

8.5

Joop! · 1990

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Joop! Nuit d'été Eau de Toilette is a sweet, floral women's fragrance with spicy, woody touches; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. It reads clearly feminine. Lemon, bergamot and tarragon open it freshly, then the heart turns floral with jasmine, ylang-ylang and honey. The base of vanilla, amber and tonka bean adds a gourmand, powdery warmth, with vetiver and patchouli underneath.

J'adore L'Absolu (2007) (Eau de Parfum Absolue)

7.8

Dior · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior J'adore L'Absolu opens on ylang-ylang and settles into a heart of rose, jasmine and tuberose, a feminine floral that has been discontinued. Ylang-ylang sits on top, while rose, jasmine and tuberose form the floral heart. In the base, woods, fruits and musk soften those flowers. The overall feel is fresh and floral, followed by a sweet, powdery and slightly woody trail. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest spring and autumn, though summer and winter are not far behind. It leans towards night outs and evenings, and also suits daily wear. Most voters find it feminine. Amouage Tayyiba and Vivienne Westwood Cheeky Alice 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.

Velvet Fantasy

7.1

Montale · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Montale Velvet Fantasy is a floral and fruity perfume with a sweet, powdery, creamy texture, classed as a women's fragrance. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for leisure and nights out. Most voters find it feminine. It opens with citrus fruits and fruits. In the heart, violet and rose bring a floral, powdery air. In the base, frankincense, amber and white musk settle it into a woody, creamy warmth. Rito Cuore d'Oud and Kenzo Flower by Kenzo (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

An'na

6.7

Annayake · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Annayake An'na is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days, with a fruity sweetness and a lightly powdery feel. Blackcurrant and mandarin orange open it with a bright, fruity lift. In the heart, May rose, Italian jasmine and coriander build a floral body, with the coriander adding a touch of spice. The base of amber, chypre accord, fruits and patchouli softens and sweetens the scent as it settles. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself noticed up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. Most see it as feminine, with a share calling it modern. Cacharel Promesse and Dolce & Gabbana Rose the One have a close profile.

Turquoise Summer

5.9

Escada · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Escada Turquoise Summer is a fresh, sweet women's fragrance built on pineapple, strawberry and other fruits softened by vanilla; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it makes itself known without filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads feminine and modern. It opens with pineapple, strawberry and fruits that smell fresh and juicy. Floral notes form the heart, and vanilla and blackcurrant sweeten the base. Fresh, floral, fruity and gourmand accords dominate, with a synthetic edge. Georges Mezotti Salon Classique and Mel Merio It's Candy Time have a close profile.

Crystal Love for Her

7.6

Attar Collection

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Attar Collection Crystal Love for Her is a sweet, gourmand floral for women, where fruits and rose meet bourbon vanilla, tonka bean and chocolate. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters call it feminine, and some also see it as modern. Spring and autumn lead slightly, though it is worn in every season; leisure, night out and evening are the most common occasions. Fruits and rose open it, followed by nutmeg, white musk and chocolate in the heart. Bourbon vanilla and tonka bean settle into a creamy, soft sweetness at the base. The overall impression is sweet, fruity and floral. Mancera Coco Vanille and Gritti Gossip Night have a close profile.

Wild Fruits

7.3

Mancera · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera Wild Fruits is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily and leisure wear lead the occasions, with business use also mentioned. Feminine votes outweigh the rest, though a fair number read it as masculine. It opens on citrus fruits, and the heart brings together apple, peach, blackcurrant and violet. The result is fresh, green and sweet, with a floral touch from the violet. White musk and white cedar in the base leave it clean and calm as it dries. Its profile is close to Mancera Sicily and DKNY Be Delicious.

Friction Her

7.0

French Connection · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

French Connection Friction Her pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, fruity, gourmand touch; it is a women's fragrance and has been discontinued. The top notes of red berries, apple and peach give a bright fruit opening. In the heart, lily of the valley, jasmine and freesia add a soft floral note, while blond woods dry it slightly. The base of benzoin, vanilla and sandalwood settles it into a creamy, powdery, sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for leisure and daily use, with office wear not far behind. Most see it as feminine and modern. Its profile is close to House of Thêom Secret Maze and Glamfume White Heaven Beach.

Malìa

6.9

Nobile 1942 · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nobile 1942 Malìa is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance in which mandarin orange, pink pepper and rose take the lead. It opens bright and a little green with mandarin orange, marjoram, pink pepper and fruits. The heart sets rose, black pepper, tobacco flower and osmanthus against each other, floral but spiced. In the base, vetiver, benzoin, patchouli, musk and oakmoss give it a resinous, earthy footing, with a trace of sweetness and a synthetic edge behind them. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer and winter chosen less often. Leisure, night out and business all draw votes. Most see it as feminine, though some read it as masculine. Prudence Alexis and Douglas Feel the Love have a close profile.

So Blue

7.3

Mancera · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera So Blue is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that softens citrus and sea air with a floral heart. It opens with Calabrian mandarin orange, Calabrian lemon and bergamot, with pepper and fruits adding a lively edge. In the heart, Bulgarian rose and violet bring a soft floral note, while marine notes and patchouli carry the aquatic side. The base turns sweeter with vanilla and amber, resting on musk, oakmoss and Mysore sandalwood. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Feminine leads the character votes, though a fair number of voters also call it masculine. Lattafa Liam Blue Shine and Birkholz Portraits of Portofino have a close profile.

Vu (Eau de Toilette Concentrated)

7.8

Ted Lapidus · 1975

Floral · Fruity · Spicy

Ted Lapidus Vu is a spicy, animalic chypre for women that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. More voters call it feminine than anything else, though a fair share see it as classic. It opens with citrus fruits, spices, green notes and fruits. Rose, clove, jasmine, honey and iris form a floral heart. The base is led by leather, civet, patchouli and oakmoss, with sandalwood and vanilla softening that harder footing. The overall feel is woody, earthy and leathery.

Le Lys Angel

7.5

Mugler · 2005

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Mugler Le Lys Angel is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that leans towards fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. The top opens with water lily, fruits, lily of the valley and hyacinth, a floral start. In the heart, caraway, honey and nutmeg bring spice and sweetness. The base of amber, vanilla and patchouli settles into a warm, gourmand and oriental finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and very few choose summer. Night outs and evenings lead the occasions, and it also works for leisure time. Lolita Lempicka Si Lolita Eau de Minuit and Givenchy Rose Ardente have a close profile.

Natsumi (2014)

7.2

Annayake · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Annayake Natsumi is a fresh women's fragrance that pairs green notes, watermelon and citrus fruits with a floral heart. The top is built on green notes, watermelon and citrus fruits. The heart brings violet, lily of the valley, orange blossom, rose and jasmine, while fruits and woods sit in the base. Fresh, floral and aquatic accords lead, with a fruity, sweet side staying soft in the background. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office are its main settings. Half the voters call it feminine, and many also find it modern. Annayake Natsumi (2004) and Giorgio Armani Ocean di Gioia have a close profile.

Eau d'Eden (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Cacharel · 1996

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Cacharel Eau d'Eden Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. The top holds rose and iris, while hyacinth, peach and nectarine in the heart add a fruity sweetness to the floral core. White musk, fruits and sandalwood soften the base. Aquatic and green accents run alongside the fresh character. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most voters read it as feminine. Escada Joyful and Essential Garden Joyful Rose have a close profile.

Emporio Armani - Diamonds Intense

7.0

Giorgio Armani · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sensual

7.8

Vandini · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Vandini Sensual is a sweet, spicy scent for women that leans towards fall and spring days, leisure time and the office; it has been discontinued. Sensual has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters recommend fall, winter and spring, with fewer choosing summer. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions it gets the most votes for, while evening comes further back. Voters mostly find it feminine. The top notes are cardamom, ginger, tamarind and fruits, so it opens with a spicy edge. In the heart, clove and cinnamon carry the spice on, while rose and jasmine add a soft floral side. Vanilla, tonka bean and woods in the base settle it into something sweet, creamy and woody.

Marshmallow Addiction

6.4

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Marshmallow Addiction is a sweet, fresh and fruity women's fragrance built from fruits, blossoms, musk and vanilla. The notes are not split into top, heart and base, so it reads as one whole from start to finish. Fruits and blossoms give it a fresh, lightly juicy face, vanilla brings the sweetness, and musk softens it and keeps it smooth. A synthetic texture also shows among the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither leaves a heavy trail nor disappears quickly. Most voters choose it for leisure and daytime wear, with fewer picking it for work or evenings. It is rated as good value for money. Rothenstein DéjàVu and Michael Kors Exotic Blossom have a close profile.

Athena

8.4

Maison Alhambra

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Alhambra Athena is a floral, sweet women's fragrance with a powdery, creamy feel, and it sits fairly evenly across the seasons. It opens with thyme, cypress, saffron and green notes, a spicy freshness that the fruits soften. In the heart, jasmine, rose and orris root build a floral, powdery surface. The base sweetens with vanilla, amber and musk, while vetiver and leather add a dry weight beneath that sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters lean slightly towards fall and spring, with winter and summer close behind, and it suits daytime and evening wear about equally. Most voters find it feminine, and some call it modern. Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq and Anfas Ishq Special have a close profile.

Arrogance pour Femme

6.7

Arrogance · 1982

Fresh · Floral · Green

Arrogance pour Femme pairs a fresh opening of orange blossom, aldehydes and hyacinth with a rose and jasmine heart and a cedar and amber base, a powdery, chypre-leaning feminine scent. It opens with orange blossom, green notes and bergamot in a bright floral setting. Rose, jasmine and tuberose lead the heart, while orris root softens it into powder. The base of cedar, amber and vanilla adds a spicy, woody warmth. Longevity and sillage sit at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily and business wear lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine and classic. Caron Nocturnes and Cacharel Anaïs Anaïs have a close profile.

Hildegarde / Carmel Snow

6.8

Technique Indiscrète

Fresh · Floral · Green

Technique Indiscrète Hildegarde / Carmel Snow is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer. It opens with petitgrain, lime and bergamot forming a bright citrus base, while orange blossom and peach soften it with a fruity sweetness. In the heart, violet, lily of the valley and saffron lead, with herbs adding a green edge. The base of cedar, Haitian vetiver and amber brings woody depth, and candied fruits keep a gourmand sweetness going. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Most pick spring and summer; it suits leisure and daily wear best, with evening and office also chosen. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or classic. Yardley Lily of the Valley and Loewe Gala de Día have a close profile.