The Perfume Library

Girl of Now Forever

7.3

Elie Saab · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Elie Saab Girl of Now Forever is a fresh, citrusy floral-fruity scent with a sweet, creamy side, young and feminine in character. It opens with raspberry, mandarin orange and lemon zest, where fruity sweetness is kept bright by the citrus. Orange blossom, rose and blackcurrant lead the heart. Patchouli, cashmeran and vanilla then settle it into a powdery, gourmand sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear are the most common occasions. Voters mostly read it as feminine and modern. Jette Joop Red and Jimmy Choo I Want Choo with Love have a close profile.

Sun Shake

7.0

Jil Sander · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jil Sander Sun Shake is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that blends floral and fruity tones with a sweet touch; it has been discontinued, but its light character suits summer and spring days. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, and it reads feminine and modern. Perfumes with a close profile include Versace Yellow Jeans and Elizabeth Arden White Tea Mandarin Blossom. Mandarin orange, bergamot and lemon zest open with a bright citrus freshness. Frangipani, grapefruit zest and lotus then add a soft floral note. Heliotrope, precious woods and musk finish it on a creamy, lightly woody and sweet base.

Ombra di Tiglio

7.6

L'Erbolario · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Ombra di Tiglio is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around lemon zest, linden blossom and orange blossom. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and wears quietly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads mostly feminine. It opens with lemon zest and two white flowers, bright and citrusy. In the heart, violet leaf adds a green edge while damask rose, lily and heliotrope bring a soft, powdery floral feel. White moss and amber sweeten the base gently, and a light spicy touch runs through the accords. Its fresh, green, floral profile is close to L'Artisan Parfumeur La Chasse aux Papillons Extrême and Guerlain Quand Vient la Pluie (Eau de Parfum).

Eau Mega

6.7

Viktor & Rolf · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Viktor & Rolf Eau Mega is a fresh, citrusy floral that suits spring and summer days and relaxed daily wear. It has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and office wear. It reads feminine and modern. The top of pear, basil and violet leaf gives a light, green opening. In the heart, peony and jasmine sambac build the floral side, while lemon zest and aquatic notes add coolness. The base of musk, cashmere, sandalwood and cedar leaves it soft and woody. Biotherm Eau Fraîche and Pierre Bourdon Le Grand Tour have a close profile.

Lolita Lempicka (Eau de Toilette) (2011)

7.6

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. Serge Lutens Louve and Fragonard Grain de Soleil have a close profile.

Love of Pink

6.1

Lacoste · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lacoste Love of Pink is a sweet, fruity floral for women that opens with blood orange, passion fruit and lemon zest, softened by pink magnolia; it has been discontinued. The opening is dominated by citrus and fruit: blood orange and lemon zest bring freshness, while passion fruit adds sweetness. At the heart, pink magnolia, stephanotis and quince flower give a soft floral touch. The base of white cedar, vanilla and musk sweetens gently and closes the scent simply. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than announcing itself. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is worn mainly for leisure and daily use, with office wear not far behind. It reads feminine and modern.

Sun Eau de Soleil

6.6

Jil Sander · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jil Sander Sun Eau de Soleil is a light women's fragrance built on lemon zest, grapefruit and bergamot, softened by nutmeg and woods; it has been discontinued. Citrus carries the whole scent: lemon zest, grapefruit and bergamot give a fresh, slightly bitter brightness. Nutmeg and woods steady it, while the floral, fruity and sweet touches among its accords keep it from turning sharp. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so expect a quiet scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine and modern. Dior Dior Addict Eau Fraîche and Louis Vuitton Symphony have a close profile.

Art Collection by Jacomo #09

7.1

Jacomo · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacomo Art Collection by Jacomo #09 is a fresh, gourmand fragrance for women that sets citrus and red berries against a sweet vanilla and praliné base; it has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick spring, followed by fall and summer, with winter far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters read it as feminine. Red berries, orange and lemon zest open it with a bright citrus freshness. In the heart, praliné and mango add a fruity, gourmand sweetness. The base of vanilla, cinnamon and sandalwood settles into a spicy, woody and slightly powdery warmth.

Eau Gourmande - Tarte au Citron

7.0

Laura Mercier · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Laura Mercier Eau Gourmande - Tarte au Citron is a fresh, sweet lemon-dessert scent for women, suited to leisure and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters place it in leisure, daily and evening wear, with some choosing it for the office. It opens with lemon, lemon zest and bergamot for a bright citrus start, softened by sour cream and meringue. Jasmine, neroli and aniseed sit in the heart. In the base, pastry, vanilla, musk and blond woods turn it creamy and gourmand, leaving a fruity, slightly synthetic sweetness.

Authentic Self Woman

7.7

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abercrombie & Fitch Authentic Self Woman is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance with a light, clean character. It opens with red currant, pear and lemon zest, which give a fruity brightness. In the heart, lily of the valley, jasmine and freesia add a soft floral touch. The base of cedarwood absolute, musk and sandalwood settles the scent onto a woody, lightly sweet ground. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick it for daytime, office and leisure wear. It suits anyone looking for an easy, unfussy everyday scent for women. It may feel too light for those who prefer something rich or heavy. Abercrombie & Fitch Away Woman and Police Pure London Femme have a close profile.

Gold Rush (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Paris Hilton · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Paris Hilton Gold Rush Eau de Parfum is a powdery, gourmand scent for women that links a fresh fruity opening to the sweetness of praliné and vanilla. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and winter, with summer chosen less often. Daily wear and leisure are the most common settings, though evening and night out follow close behind. It opens with lemon zest, nectarine and bergamot, which give a fresh fruit lift. Orchid, violet and rose then bring a soft, powdery floral heart. In the base, praliné and vanilla turn sweet, and cashmere wood gives that sweetness a woody footing.

Silver Ombre

7.5

Alexandre.J · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Alexandre.J Silver Ombre is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that moves from bright pear juice and lemon zest through rose and frankincense into the warmth of sandalwood, musk and amber. It opens fruity and fresh with pear juice and lemon zest. Rose and frankincense take the heart, adding a resinous depth. In the base, clove, sandalwood, musk and amber settle it into a spicy, woody, oriental sweetness, with a slightly synthetic shimmer running through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters suggest it equally for daytime and evening, with night out, business and leisure close behind. It reads clearly feminine.

Rêve de Weil

6.8

Weil · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Weil Rêve de Weil is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. It opens with gooseberry, lemon zest and bitter orange, a bright and fruity start. In the heart, green tea, Egyptian jasmine and lilac bring out the floral side. The base of white musk, blond woods and amber sweetens it and settles into a soft, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, while winter and fall trail far behind. Voters suggest it for the office, daily wear and leisure. Guerlain Cherry Blossom and Lanvin Éclat d'Arpège have a close profile.

Clean Reserve Avant Garden - Saguaro Blossom & Sand

7.1

Clean · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Clean Reserve Avant Garden - Saguaro Blossom & Sand is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around lemon zest, freesia and jasmine absolute; it has been discontinued. It opens with vervain, freesia, lemon zest and ivy, which give a clean, green first impression. In the heart, jasmine absolute, lily of the valley and mimosa come forward, adding a powdery, creamy sweetness over the fresh accord. Blond woods, vetiver and musk settle this floral body onto a soft base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Half of the voters read it as feminine. Elizabeth Taylor Gardenia and Gucci Bloom (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Spark Up (Eau de Parfum)

6.4

Adidas · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Adidas Spark Up Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity women's scent that leans towards everyday wear, leisure time and sport. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and voters pick it most for daily use and leisure, with sport and business following behind. It reads as a light, easygoing scent for women rather than a loud one. Citrus and sweet fruit lead: lemon zest and orange bring freshness while mango and guava add sweetness. Black pepper adds a slight edge, and blond woods settle the whole into a soft woodiness. The overall impression is fresh, sweet and a little synthetic.

Estivalia

7.9

Puig · 1973

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Puig Estivalia is a fresh, citrusy floral for women that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Lemon zest and citrus fruits open it bright, while jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and cyclamen carry the floral side. Sandalwood, vetiver and musk lay a soft woody base, with green and lightly spicy touches alongside. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a low profile. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, office and leisure wear lead. Most call it feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. Penhaligon's Quercus and Sisley Eau de Sisley 2 have a close profile.

Classique Summer Fragrance 2009

7.2

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Summer Fragrance 2009 is a fresh, citrusy floral with a sweet, powdery warmth underneath, made for women. It opens with orange blossom, lemon zest and clementine for a bright citrus lift, softened by star anise and rose. The heart turns floral with iris, jasmine and ylang-ylang, while ginger adds a gentle warmth. Amber and vanilla in the base sweeten it and leave a creamy, powdery finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays soft and close to the skin. As its name suggests, it suits summer days, fresh but never losing its sweetness. It has been discontinued. Jean Paul Gaultier Classique (Eau de Toilette) and Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Summer Fragrance 2008 have a close profile.

Rêve de Bahia

6.8

ID Parfums · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

ID Parfums Rêve de Bahia pairs fresh citrus with a sweet, floral tropical mood; it is made for women, sits close to everyday wear, and has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it neither dominates a room nor vanishes quickly. Most voters place it in daily, leisure and business settings, with evening use well behind. It opens on lemon zest, bitter orange and caipirinha, then moves into a floral, fruity softness built on lily, jasmine sambac and coconut water. Tropical woods and vanilla sweeten the base and leave a gourmand warmth. Boucheron Place Vendôme White Gold and Nina Ricci Nina L'Elixir have a close profile.

Eau de Mars - Douce Ophélia

6.8

Aimée de Mars · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aimée de Mars Eau de Mars - Douce Ophélia is a women's fragrance that links a fresh opening of lemon zest, rose and bergamot to a sweet, powdery base of vanilla and heliotrope. It opens with lemon zest and bergamot giving a bright citrus lift, with rose right beside them. In the heart, ylang-ylang, peach and cardamom add a soft floral-fruity feel with a touch of spice, while Atlas cedar lays a woody footing. The base of vanilla, heliotrope and rose settles into a creamy, powdery sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters place it in leisure and daily wear, with evening, night out and business votes close behind. The fresh opening keeps it easy through the day, and the sweet base carries it into the evening. Baldi Ametista and Betty Barclay Chic have a close profile.

Monday

8.8

Arielle Shoshana · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Arielle Shoshana Monday is a women's fragrance that pairs black tea, bergamot and lemon zest with the creamy sweetness of milk and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though with few votes these ratings are tentative. It suits easy everyday wear and leaves a soft, light trail. Citrus and black tea give it a fresh start, while lavender adds a faint aromatic edge. Milk and vanilla pull the scent towards a gourmand sweetness with a creamy texture. Amber, sandalwood and ISO-E-Super form an earthy, softly woody base.

Hard to Get

8.3

Forvr Mood · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Forvr Mood Hard to Get is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that sets citrus against vanilla. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the vote count is small, so treat that as a rough impression. It reads as feminine. Lemon zest and lemon blossom open it bright and fresh. Jasmine and wild freesia soften the heart with a floral touch, and vanilla cream leaves a creamy, gourmand sweetness at the base. Poesie Perfume Kindness & Mischief and The Dua Brand Tart of Zesty Lemons have a close profile.

Eau de Mars - Sensuelle Sulis

8.0

Aimée de Mars · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Aimée de Mars Eau de Mars - Sensuelle Sulis is a sweet, spicy women's fragrance built around nutmeg, patchouli, vanilla and sandalwood. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the vote count is small, so treat that as a rough guide. Voters lean towards leisure and evening wear, then a night out, with office and daily use chosen less often. It reads feminine. Lemon zest, nutmeg and heliotrope open it citrusy, spicy and slightly powdery. In the heart, patchouli, vanilla and sandalwood pull it towards woody, earthy and creamy ground. Benzoin and amber in the base add a resinous warmth that rounds out the sweet oriental feel.

Argan

6.7

Bottega Verde

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bottega Verde Argan is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that opens on lemon zest, bergamot and coriander before moving into white blossoms and iris. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the vote count is small, so these ratings are tentative. The scent reads feminine. The top notes of lemon zest, bergamot and coriander give a fresh, citrusy, lightly spicy start. In the heart, white blossoms, lily of the valley and iris bring a floral, powdery softness. The base of vanilla, amber and musky notes dries down sweet, creamy and woody. Nikos Sculpture Parfum and Câline Infinite Navy have a close profile.

Flower Fresh

7.7

Clean · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clean Flower Fresh is a fresh, citrusy floral for women, light and clean enough to suit everyday wear. Its longevity is rated as moderate. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear and leisure, with sport and business close behind, while night out and evening come far lower. The top notes are bergamot, lemon zest and water lily, which give a cool, airy first impression. In the heart, air accord, gardenia and jasmine add a soft floral touch. The base of musk, cashmere wood and white amber leaves a sweet, woody, clean finish.