The Perfume Library

Luna (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Penhaligon's · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Penhaligon's Luna Eau de Toilette is a fresh floral for women that moves from bitter orange, lemon and bergamot through rose and jasmine to ambergris, musk and fir balsam. Citrus leads the opening, and juniper berry adds a green, slightly spicy edge to that brightness, while rose and jasmine soften it into a floral heart. In the base, ambergris, musk and fir balsam leave a clean, resinous finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the occasions named most often. Most voters read its character as feminine.

Eau des Merveilles Bleue

7.7

Hermès · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Hermès Eau des Merveilles Bleue is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic scent with green and woody touches, suited to summer and spring days. Patchouli, juniper berry and mineral notes form its backbone. The fresh, citrus side dominates, with the aquatic feel adding coolness. Spicy and woody accords stay in the background and keep the whole thing dry and clean. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It was released as a women's fragrance, yet votes split closely between feminine and masculine character, so the gender line is blurry. Mugler A*Men Pure Shot / Pure Energy and Hugo Boss Hugo XY (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Escale à Portofino

7.3

Dior · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Escale à Portofino is a fresh, green citrus scent for women, built around Italian citron, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian petitgrain. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, neither heavy nor faint. Most voters pick summer, then spring. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and rarely towards the night. Most voters read it as feminine, though some find it masculine. It opens with bright citrus. The heart adds juniper berry, bitter almond and orange blossom, bringing a floral, slightly spicy softness. The base of cypress, cedar, galbanum, white musk and caraway sets a woody, green ground. Dior Terra Bella and Hermès Un Jardin en Méditerranée have a close profile.

Tolu (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Ormonde Jayne · 2002

Floral · Green · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Ormonde Jayne Tolu Eau de Parfum pairs a warm, resinous base of tolu balm, tonka bean and frankincense with a floral heart, making a sweet, powdery scent aimed at women. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, with summer the least favoured. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, and can also be worn for business. Most read it as feminine, with a classic feel. Ormonde Jayne Ambre Royal and Carven Paris Mascate have a close profile. Juniper berry, clary sage and orange blossom open green and lightly spicy. In the heart, Egyptian geranium, orchid, Moroccan rose and lily of the valley build a floral core. The base of tolu balm, tonka bean, frankincense and amber carries it into a creamy, woody, oriental warmth.

Cartier de Lune

7.0

Cartier · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Cartier de Lune by Cartier opens with pink pepper and juniper berry before moving into a floral heart of rose and honeysuckle; it is a fresh, green women's fragrance that has been discontinued. The top notes of pink pepper and juniper berry give a spicy freshness. In the heart, rose, honeysuckle, lily of the valley, cyclamen and bearbind form a floral garden feel, while citrus, aquatic and fruity touches keep it light. The base of musk and woods leaves a woody, powdery finish. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters read it as feminine.

Seaside Woman (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Toni Gard · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Toni Gard Seaside Woman Eau de Parfum is a fresh, aquatic women's scent that pairs blackcurrant, bergamot and melon with magnolia and jasmine. It opens with blackcurrant, bergamot, melon, juniper berry and lemon, citrusy and fruity. In the heart, magnolia, lily of the valley, jasmine, iris and rose turn that freshness softly floral. Vetiver, soft woods, musk and amber settle underneath and sweeten it slightly. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen for daily wear, leisure, sport and work. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or classic. Davidoff Cool Water Woman and Anna Sui Dolly Girl have a close profile.

Sakura Snow

7.2

d'Annam · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

d'Annam Sakura Snow is a light, floral women's scent built on cherry blossom, lily of the valley and snow. Cherry blossom and lily of the valley carry the floral line, while juniper berry and snow add a cool, aquatic edge. Solar note and white musk soften it, leaving a scent that reads fresh, lightly sweet and powdery. Most voters recommend spring, then summer, and lean towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters read it as feminine. Amélie et Mélanie Linge Blanc and Frédéric Malle En Passant have a close profile.

Capucine

7.7

Chloé · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Chloé Capucine is a fresh, floral women's fragrance led by citrus and green notes; it has been discontinued, but its light character suits spring and summer days. It opens with bergamot, neroli, lemon and juniper berry for a bright citrus feel, while galbanum and sage add a green, slightly spicy edge. In the heart, nasturtium, rose, jasmine and lily of the valley soften it into something floral. Ambroxan and musk dry it down onto a woody, powdery base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads as a quiet scent. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. A feminine character dominates. Penhaligon's Lily of the Valley and Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza have a close profile.

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6.6

Masakï Matsushïma · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Masakï Matsushïma mat; is a fresh, aquatic women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, work and everyday wear, less so evenings. It reads feminine and modern. It opens with watermelon, mango, juniper berry, parsley and bamboo leaf, a fruity freshness with a green edge. The heart of tea, white rose, mint, water jasmine and lotus turns floral and watery. Crystal musk and reed leave a soft, clean trail. Kenzo L'Eau par Kenzo pour Femme and Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl have a close profile.

Mis(s) Behave

6.7

Vive Maria · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Vive Maria Mis(s) Behave is a sweet, spicy women's fragrance that pairs fruity-floral heart notes of apple, fig and rose with the warmth of frankincense and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and evening get almost equal shares. Most see it as feminine, and some as modern. The top opens with sage blossom, nutmeg and juniper berry, spicy and slightly fresh. In the heart, apple, plum and fig bring a fruity sweetness, while rose and peach blossom pull it toward the floral side. The base of frankincense, myrrh and tonka bean closes it in a powdery, smoky, woody warmth. Fragonard Encens Fève Tonka and Guerlain Myrrhe & Délires have a close profile.

Brume d'Hiver

7.4

Volnay · 2013

Floral · Green · Sweet

Volnay Brume d'Hiver is a floral-woody women's perfume that opens with juniper berry, Italian bergamot and elemi resin, then moves through rose and jasmine to a base of oud, labdanum and frankincense. It starts dry and green with juniper berry, Italian bergamot and elemi resin. Rose, Bulgarian rose and jasmine carry the heart. The base is sweetened by musk, violet, vanilla and oud, while powder, clove and frankincense add a spicy, resinous and smoky edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, and it leans towards evenings and leisure time, though it is also worn for work and daily use. More voters find it feminine than masculine, but a sizeable group reads it as masculine.

Colette (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Tocca

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Tocca Colette Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral women's scent that suits daytime and sits comfortably in spring and summer. Most voters pick it for spring and fall, for daily wear and the office, and see it as feminine. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and never feels heavy. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon and bergamot, while pink pepper and juniper berry add a light sharpness at first. In the heart, jasmine, violet and cyclamen bring a soft floral note. The base of musk, sandalwood and vanilla settles into a sweet, powdery, woody finish.

Smashingly Brilliant

7.2

Diana Vreeland · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Diana Vreeland Smashingly Brilliant is a fresh, citrusy fragrance, with green, floral and aquatic tones resting on suede and a woody depth. It opens bright and green with Calabrian bergamot, lemon, juniper berry, vervain and basil. Geranium carries the heart, and woods with suede settle into a soft, faintly leathery base. Fruity and sweet touches balance the coolness without dulling it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Though released as a women's fragrance, voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine.

Da Lat

7.2

d'Annam · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

d'Annam Da Lat is a fresh, green floral for women, with rose, peony and magnolia softened by a light fruity sweetness and a woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays with you for a decent while without filling the room. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards daily and leisure wear, and it also works for evenings and nights out. It opens with red wine, juniper berry and cypress, which give a fresh, lightly spicy start. Rose, peony and magnolia form the floral heart. Musk, cypriol and cedarwood settle into a soft, woody dry-down. Profumi di Pantelleria Tanit (Eau de Parfum) and Etro Shantung have a close profile.

L'Eau à la Folie

7.3

Nicolaï · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï L'Eau à la Folie is a fresh, citrusy and green women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. More voters read it as feminine than masculine. It opens with lime, mandarin orange, mango and peach skin, a fruity brightness. In the heart, pink pepper, cardamom and juniper berry add a spicy edge while jasmine softens it with a floral touch. The base of musk, castoreum and cedar leaves a woody footing.

Feels Like Heaven (Solid Perfume)

7.8

Heymountain Cosmetics

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Solid Perfume

Heymountain Cosmetics Feels Like Heaven is a solid perfume for women that pairs a fresh opening of coriander, juniper berry and citrus fruits with a floral heart of ylang-ylang, damask rose and lily of the valley; it has been discontinued. The opening is fresh and citrusy, with coriander and juniper berry adding a spicy edge. In the heart, ylang-ylang, damask rose and lily of the valley bring a soft floral note. Balsamic and powdery notes close it out on the base, leaving a sweet, creamy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, though autumn and winter are close behind. It is mainly worn for leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters call it feminine. Xerjoff Lua and Electimuss Vixere have a close profile.

Nocturnal Life

8.1

Zara

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Zara Nocturnal Life is a warm, sweet, gourmand and spicy fragrance made for women. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind. It leans towards night outs and evenings, though some also wear it for leisure and daily use. Cinnamon, chocolate and tonka bean give it a sweet, spicy warmth. Bergamot and orange lighten that richness with a fruity brightness, while frankincense and juniper berry add a woody, resinous depth. Floral notes stay in the background. Zara Sand Desert at Sunset and Lattafa Teriaq Intense have a close profile.

Pink Vetiver (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Jo Loves... · 2012

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Jo Loves... Pink Vetiver Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and spicy women's fragrance built around vetiver, pink pepper and cardamom. Ginger, nutmeg and cumin set the spicy tone, while juniper berry and elemi resin push it towards a clean, green side. Vetiver lays an earthy, lightly smoky base, and ambrette softens the fruity sweetness. The notes read as one whole rather than in separate layers. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and leisure and business lead the occasions. It is classed as feminine, but the fougère and woody structure leaves it somewhere in between. Carolina Herrera Vetiver Paradise and Jacques Bogart Story Green have a close profile.

Toy

6.3

Moschino · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Moschino Toy is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance built around bergamot, Italian mandarin orange and violet. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling the room. These ratings rest on only a few votes. It is classed as a women's perfume. It opens with bergamot, Italian mandarin orange, juniper berry and cardamom, fresh with a light spice. The heart brings violet, lavender, nutmeg and eglantine rose into a green, floral middle. In the base, vanilla adds sweetness, while cedarwood, sandalwood, acacia wood and tree moss give it a woody floor.

Fossil 1954 for Women

7.7

Fossil · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Charriol (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Charriol · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Charriol Eau de Parfum is a sweet, fruity and gourmand women's scent built around amber, mango and vanilla orchid. Mango gives a juicy sweetness, while vanilla orchid and tonka bean turn it warm and gourmand. Patchouli and frankincense add a woody, resinous depth, frangipani and orange blossom carry the floral side, and juniper berry adds a light spicy edge. Longevity and sillage are rated as good, though few have voted. Most voters place it in the evening, followed by leisure and nights out. It reads clearly feminine, with an oriental sweetness.

Amita

8.4

Spezierie Palazzo Vecchio

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Spezierie Palazzo Vecchio Amita is a women's fragrance where amber, spices and iris meet a bright citrus layer, leaning towards a sweet, resinous and smoky feel. Calabrian bergamot, lime and orange give the scent a sparkling citrus edge. Black pepper, juniper berry and spices add a sharper, drier side. Iris brings powder, vanilla adds a creamy softness, and patchouli, oud, myrrh and tobacco lend a resinous, smoky depth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is classed as feminine, but the spicy, smoky build gives it a bolder character. Plaisir Boisé and Swiss Arabian Mutamayez have a close profile.

Be Delicious Pool Party Bay Breeze (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

DKNY · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

DKNY Be Delicious Pool Party Bay Breeze Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance with a light, fruity sweetness. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. That makes it a fit for easy daytime wear when you want something light and clean. Mandarin orange and bergamot give it a bright citrus lift, while raspberry and apricot add a soft, fruity sweetness. Juniper berry supports the green, aquatic feel, and vanilla with sandalwood forms a sweet, woody base.

Pony 1961 VIP Queen

5.5

Pony Kampen · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pony Kampen Pony 1961 VIP Queen is a fresh, green women's fragrance that opens on juniper berry, pear and citrus notes. The top is fresh, fruity and slightly green, built on juniper berry, pear and citrus. In the heart, water lily, freesia, rose and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base of leather, white musk, ambergris and patchouli gives it a woody, leathery footing with a spicy edge. The fougère structure and synthetic accord keep the floral and fresh sides on a dry line. Pony Kampen Pony 1961 for Her and Parfums de Marly Darcy have a close profile.