The Perfume Library

Eternity (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Calvin Klein · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Calvin Klein Eternity Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and floral scent that reads as feminine and suits daytime wear, especially in spring and summer. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, with nearly half of voters finding the longevity high. Most voters call its character feminine, followed by classic and modern. Harry Lehmann Fantasie and Joop! Berlin (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile. It opens with lemon blossom, freesia, mandarin orange and sage, a fresh and green start. The heart carries violet, jasmine and lily of the valley, with rose and white lily rounding out the florals. Sandalwood, amber and musk soften the base, leaving a powdery, lightly spicy warmth.

Pleasures (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Estēe Lauder · 1995

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Estēe Lauder Pleasures Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green-toned floral built around white lily, jasmine and pink rose, made for women and best suited to spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mainly for daily use, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a clear but unobtrusive trail. Most voters find it feminine. Green notes, white lily and violet leaf open it on a crisp, airy note. In the heart, black lilac, jasmine, pink rose and white peony carry the floral side, with pink pepper adding a light lift. Patchouli and sandalwood settle it onto a soft, woody, powdery base. Jeanne en Provence Jasmin Secret and Dior Miss Dior Rose Essence have a close profile.

19 Louanges Profanes

8.0

Pierre Guillaume · 2008

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Pierre Guillaume 19 Louanges Profanes is a sweet, powdery and creamy floral with a resinous, woody warmth, presented as a women's fragrance. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works for evenings too. Half of the voters read it as feminine. It opens with neroli and hawthorn, giving a bright floral start. In the heart, frankincense and white lily take over, the frankincense adding a resinous, spicy edge. Benzoin and gaiac wood sweeten the base and close it with a creamy, woody warmth.

Eau Vitaminée

7.3

Biotherm · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Biotherm Eau Vitaminée is a fresh, light women's fragrance that pairs the bright citrus of orange, yuzu and grapefruit with white lily, freesia and jasmine. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and may need refreshing through the day. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most. It reads as feminine, with a modern feel. Citrus leads at the start, with a green, fruity freshness. Toward the heart, white lily, freesia and jasmine add a soft floral note while the sweetness stays in the background. Ambergris and patchouli anchor the base lightly. Karl Paris 21 Rue Saint-Guillaume and Un Zest de Rose have a close profile.

Grand Amour (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Goutal · 1996

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Goutal Grand Amour Eau de Parfum pairs a fresh, green opening with a powdery, sweet bouquet of flowers, and reads clearly feminine. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair following. Daytime and evening wear are split almost evenly, and the scent is mostly seen as feminine, with some calling it classic. Galbanum and blackcurrant bud give a cool, green start. In the heart, hyacinth, honeysuckle and white lily form a floral core. In the base, sandalwood, vanilla and amber bring a woody, sweet warmth, while spicy and slightly leathery touches stay in the background.

Hugo Woman (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Hugo Boss · 1997

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Hugo Woman Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, for daytime and leisure wear; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions that come up most. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. About half of voters call it feminine, and some also describe it as modern. It opens with green apple and aquatic notes, which give an aquatic, green freshness. White lily and jasmine carry the floral heart. Sandalwood, vanilla blossom and cedarwood settle into a woody, lightly sweet base. Annayake Love for Her and La Rive Aqua have a close profile.

Midnight Rain (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

La Prairie · 2006

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

La Prairie Midnight Rain Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent where a floral, fruity opening settles onto a sweet, powdery and woody base; it has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange, freesia, pomegranate and guava, giving a fresh, juicy fruit note. In the heart, orchid, plum blossom, white lily and amber sweeten the floral core. The base of cashmere wood, patchouli, vetiver and musk leaves a warm, woody, powdery finish. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most lean towards autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and find it better suited to evenings and nights out. Most voters call it feminine. Those after a similar profile may also look at La Prairie Midnight Rain (Sheer Mist) and Chopard Cašmir (Eau de Parfum).

Private Collection Tuberose Gardenia

7.8

Estēe Lauder · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Green

Estēe Lauder Private Collection Tuberose Gardenia is a white-floral scent that most voters place in spring and summer, though it suits evenings out just as well as daytime. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters call it feminine, some classic, and very few see it as masculine. It can be worn to the office, but night and evening wear lean slightly ahead. The top opens with lilac, rosewood and neroli, and the heart is built from orange blossom, tuberose, white lily, jasmine and gardenia. Carnation and Bourbon vanilla in the base bring sweetness and a little spice. The accords read fresh and green, with a powdery, woody touch and a faint animal undertone.

Love Potion (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Oriflame · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Oriflame Love Potion Eau de Parfum is a floral, gourmand women's scent that opens with ginger, mandarin orange and rum and settles into the sweetness of vanilla and chocolate. It wears with moderate longevity and moderate sillage, and most voters recommend fall and winter. It leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear, though some choose it for the office. Most voters find it feminine. The opening of ginger, mandarin orange and rum is spicy and fruity. In the heart, white lily, vanilla and cocoa blossom bring a creamy, floral sweetness. In the base, sandalwood, chocolate and tonka bean dry it down to a powdery, oriental warmth.

Terracotta Voile d'Été

7.9

Guerlain · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Guerlain Terracotta Voile d'Été carries the coolness of mint and bergamot into a floral heart of ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose, a sweet, powdery women's scent that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Voters place it evenly across spring, summer and fall, and less so in winter. Evening, daily wear and leisure lead the occasions; most voters read it as feminine, and some call it classic. Mint and bergamot open on a fresh note. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose and white lily build a floral body. The base of vanilla, heliotrope and iris sweetens it and softens it into powder, while pear and carnation add fruity and spicy touches. Earthy and smoky accords stay in the background. Guerlain Quand Vient l'Été and L'Heure de Nuit have a close profile.

Green Tea Cherry Blossom

7.0

Elizabeth Arden · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Cherry Blossom is a fresh, citrusy and green fruity floral, aimed at women and suited to light everyday wear. It opens with green tea, bergamot and tangerine, which give a crisp citrus lift. In the heart, Chinese peony, plum and apricot add a fruity, floral sweetness. The base of musk, heliotrope and moss settles it into a soft, slightly powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads as light. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Most see it as feminine. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Sakura Blossom and Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Nectarine Blossom have a close profile.

Jasmin Secret

7.5

Jeanne en Provence · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jeanne en Provence Jasmin Secret is a fresh, green and powdery floral built around jasmine, a light everyday fragrance for women. It opens with peach and green notes that give a fruity freshness. In the heart, white lily, jasmine and violet bring the floral side forward, with sweetness and a powdery feel resting on top. Musk and sandalwood soften the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a gentle trail rather than a heavy one. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office use lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine. Marc Jacobs Daisy (Eau de Toilette) and Arrogance Dance have a close profile.

Œillet Sauvage

8.0

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Artisan Parfumeur Œillet Sauvage is a fresh, spicy floral led by carnation and pink pepper; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter trailing behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. About half of voters call it feminine, followed by classic and modern. It opens with pink pepper and pepper, a dry warmth. The heart is carnation, ylang-ylang, white lily, Aegean wallflower and rose, reading as a green, sweet, powdery bouquet. Musk and cedar in the base soften it into a creamy, woody finish.

Lily & Spice (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Penhaligon's · 2006

Floral · Green · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Penhaligon's Lily & Spice Eau de Parfum pairs white lily with saffron, clove and pepper in a floral, spicy fragrance for women; it has been discontinued. Most voters read it as feminine, and some call it classic. Fall and spring lead the season votes, with summer not far behind. It suits evenings and daily wear alike, with good longevity and moderate sillage. Réminiscence Ambre and Perris Monte Carlo Ambre Gris have a close profile. The top opens on white lily and saffron. In the heart, clove and pepper bring the spice while the floral and green character stays on top. The base of vanilla, white musk, benzoin and patchouli sweetens it and adds a powdery, woody warmth.

Minuit à New York

7.6

Gloria Vanderbilt · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Gloria Vanderbilt Minuit à New York is a powdery, creamy floral led by jasmine, tuberose and gardenia, suited to anyone who likes a soft, sweet and distinctly feminine scent. Jasmine, tuberose and gardenia build a full, creamy white-floral core. Violet and white lily add a powdery softness, while sandalwood and suede leave a woody warmth underneath. Fruity and sweet accents sit lightly over the flowers. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear. Most voters find it feminine. It has been discontinued, and it shares a close profile with Zadig & Voltaire This Is Love! pour Elle and Juliette Has A Gun MMMM...

Joop! Muse

7.0

Joop! · 2003

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Joop! Muse is a fresh, floral and lightly sweet women's fragrance; it has been discontinued, but its powdery, fruity character still suits daytime wear. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it leaves a close, unobtrusive trail. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business settings. It reads clearly feminine. The top opens with champagne and Cointreau, light, fruity and sweet. White lily gives the heart a soft floral touch. Heliotrope and white musk settle the base into a powdery, woody warmth.

Les Merveilles - Soussanne

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Keiko Mecheri Les Merveilles - Soussanne is a floral, sweet and oriental women's perfume with spicy and powdery touches; it has been discontinued. Tuberose, rose and white lily form the floral core, while citrus notes add a light fruity lift. Saffron brings spice, and amber with crystal musk gives a warm, powdery base. Gourmand notes soften and round off the sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards nights out and evenings, and most voters find it feminine. Calvin Klein Secret Obsession and Aramis Tuscany per Donna (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

3 Rosa

6.6

L'Erbolario · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Erbolario 3 Rosa is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days, leisure time and the office. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Close to half of voters call it feminine. It opens with Russian coriander, angelica and Peruvian red pepper, a fresh, lightly spicy start softened by a dew drop. Rosa centifolia leads the heart, with jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and white lily adding to the floral body. The base of Virginia cedar, ambergris and moss dries down woody and powdery.

Barénia Pleine Fleur

7.8

Hermès · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Green

Hermès Barénia Pleine Fleur is a fresh, floral chypre for women, softened by green and fruity touches. The scent reads as a whole: white lily and orange blossom form the floral core, while miracle berry adds a fruity, sweet note. The chypre accord and patchouli sit beneath as a woody, lightly spicy base, and the green side keeps it fresh rather than heavy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads mainly feminine, split between classic and modern. Infiniment Coty Paris Aristo Chypre and Le Parfum de Thérèse have a close profile.

Violette-Menthe

6.8

Jean-Charles Brosseau · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jean-Charles Brosseau Violette-Menthe is a fresh, floral and lightly sweet women's fragrance that pairs mint with Parma violet. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, with summer and fall following, and it is mostly worn for leisure and daily use, with business a smaller share. Voters read it clearly as feminine. It opens with blackcurrant, mint, bergamot and honeydew melon, bringing coolness and fruit. At the heart, Parma violet, jasmine, rose and peony build a green floral core. In the base, caramel, vanilla and musk soften it into something powdery and sweet. Yves Saint Laurent Paris (Eau de Toilette) and Jovoy Quand? have a close profile.

Ombre Bleue

7.2

Jean-Charles Brosseau · 1987

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Jean-Charles Brosseau Ombre Bleue is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits leisure hours and the office, from spring through autumn. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, while winter plays a smaller part. It opens with carnation and orange blossom. The heart gathers jasmine, lily of the valley, white lily and May rose. In the base, honey, styrax and cedarwood sweeten it and settle it onto a woody footing, while aquatic and fruity touches keep it fresh. Its profile is close to Boucheron Place Vendôme and Bvlgari Blv II.

Lily of the Valley

7.3

Woods of Windsor · 1974

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Woods of Windsor Lily of the Valley is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around lemon, white lily and lily of the valley, best suited to everyday wear in spring and summer. It opens with the citrus brightness of lemon and orange, joined by the green, floral lift of white lily and mimosa leaf. The heart of geranium, hawthorn and lily of the valley keeps the floral line going, and a base of musk and sandalwood settles it into a powdery, creamy, lightly woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer, and daily wear, leisure and office use lead the occasions. Its character is mostly seen as feminine and classic.

My Place or Yours Gina

7.0

Benefit · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Benefit My Place or Yours Gina is a women's fragrance that moves from a fresh opening of mandarin orange, pink pepper and bergamot through a peony and raspberry floral heart to a vanilla base; it has been discontinued. The top is mandarin orange, pink pepper and bergamot: bright citrus with a light spicy edge. The heart brings peony, white lily and raspberry, turning the scent floral and fruity-sweet. In the base, patchouli, tonka bean and vanilla close it with a warm, woody sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with evening and night out further behind.

Sugar

7.3

Fresh · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Fresh Sugar is a fresh women's fragrance for spring and summer days, where citrus and flowers soften into a vanilla sweetness. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close without being heavy. The vote counts for these two are small, so treat them as a rough guide. It reads feminine. It opens with orange, bergamot and lemon for a bright citrus start. At the heart, heliotrope, petitgrain and white lily add a soft, slightly powdery floral touch. The base of vanilla, caramel and marjoram turns sweeter and gourmand, though the green, fresh feel never fully fades. Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Ma Robe Pétales and Kenzo Couleur Kenzo Jaune-Yellow have a close profile.