The Perfume Library

Dolce & Gabbana · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Dolce & Gabbana The One Essence is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that leans towards fall and winter evenings. Bergamot, mandarin orange, lychee and peach give it a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, lily of the valley, jasmine and Madonna lily carry the floral part, while vanilla and amber sweeten the base into something creamy, powdery and gourmand. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and night outs and evenings come first, with leisure and daily wear also getting votes. It reads feminine. Strenesse Strenesse (2001) and Lolita Lempicka LolitaLand have a close profile.

Le Parfum Royal

Elie Saab · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Elie Saab Le Parfum Royal is a floral-oriental fragrance led by rose and neroli, softened by vanilla and sandalwood, with a distinctly feminine character. Mandarin orange opens it fresh and fruity. The heart is a floral blend of Turkish rose absolute, Bulgarian rose and Lebanese neroli. The base of patchouli, vanilla, Indian sandalwood and amber adds a sweet, woody, earthy warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring in second place after them. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and most voters read it as feminine.

Nuit d'Amour

Guerlain · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Guerlain Nuit d'Amour is a fresh, powdery floral: its fruity sweetness is softened by a creamy, woody base, and it reads as a women's fragrance. It opens with lychee and pink pepper, the lychee bringing a fruity freshness and the pepper a light snap. In the heart, violet and May rose lead, and the flowers stay powdery and gentle. The base of iris, white musk and sandalwood settles into a creamy, woody warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with fewer choosing it for evening or a night out. Most voters call its character feminine. Courrèges Blanc de Courrèges and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Florabloom have a close profile.

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

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. Robert Piguet Douglas Hannant (Eau de Parfum) and M. Micallef Royal Muska (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Chocolat

Il Profvmo · 1997

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Il Profvmo Chocolat is a feminine gourmand where cocoa and vanilla sweetness meets jasmine and mandarin orange. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen by few. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is also worn for leisure. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. More voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Cocoa and vanilla carry the scent, giving it a warm, sweet, powdery gourmand feel. Mandarin orange adds a fruity lift, jasmine softens it with a floral touch, and nutmeg leaves a light spice. Woody and earthy tones stay in the background. Les Senteurs Gourmandes Vanille Chocolat and LM Parfums Hysteric have a close profile.

Blv

Bvlgari · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Blv is a floral women's fragrance that opens with a citrus and aquatic freshness and settles into a sweet, powdery, woody warmth; it has been discontinued. It begins with flax blossom and ginger, which give it a spicy freshness. In the heart, acacia and wisteria carry the floral side. In the base, musk, sandalwood and vanilla soften and sweeten it, leaving a powdery trail. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, the office and leisure. Half of voters find it feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. Santa Eulalia Albis and Floraïku My Shadow on the Wall have a close profile.

Trouble

Boucheron · 2004

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Boucheron Trouble is a sweet, powdery feminine scent that softens the brightness of lemon and dyer's-broom with jasmine and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Most voters recommend it for autumn and winter, with spring in second place. It leans towards evenings and nights out, while daily and office wear sit further back. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most votes call it feminine, with classic next. It opens with lemon and dyer's-broom giving a citrus brightness. Jasmine brings the floral heart forward, and sandalwood and musk close it on a woody, powdery, gourmand sweetness. Spicy and oriental touches add warmth to that sweetness.

Cheirosa '39 / Coco Cabana Cheirosa '39

Sol de Janeiro · 2019

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '39 / Coco Cabana Cheirosa '39 is a sweet, creamy gourmand scent, where a fruity sweetness meets soft vanilla warmth, and it leans towards easy, everyday wear. It opens with the soft sweetness of coconut cream. In the heart, orchid and vanilla keep that creamy mood going, while sandalwood and praliné in the base make it warmer and sugarier. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring, and it suits leisure and daytime wear best, with some votes for office and evening. It reads mostly feminine and modern. Nature Blossom Coco Vanilla and Juliette Has A Gun Banana Rush have a close profile.

Organza Indécence (1999) (Eau de Parfum)

Givenchy · 1999

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Givenchy Organza Indécence is a sweet, spicy floral for women 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 evening and nights out are the occasions it suits best. Most see it as feminine and classic. It opens bright and spicy with nutmeg, cardamom, bergamot and mandarin orange. The heart brings carnation, iris, rose and Ceylonese cinnamon, where the powdery floral side shows. In the base, patchouli, labdanum, sandalwood and oakmoss dry it down into a warm, woody, oriental and gourmand finish. L'Erbolario Méharées and Stendhal Ambre Sublime have a close profile.

Nuit de Musc

Câline · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Câline Nuit de Musc is a fresh, powdery fragrance for women, where a floral opening settles softly into creamy musk and a woody base. White blossoms, jasmine and orange blossom lead the top, while musk and cashmere in the heart give it a soft, creamy texture. Woods, ambergris and amber dry down with a light sweetness. The overall impression is clean, fresh and slightly synthetic, with a powdery feel. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads feminine and modern. M. Micallef Pure Extrême (Eau de Parfum) and French Avenue Jasmere have a close profile.

Noble Blush (Eau de Parfum)

Lattafa · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Lattafa Noble Blush Eau de Parfum is a sweet, powdery and creamy women's scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and everyday wear. It opens with rose milk, with almond and meringue in the heart. In the base, sandalwood, musk and vanilla soften and sweeten it. A gourmand sweetness sits over the floral and fruity accords, with a slightly synthetic sheen alongside. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick spring, followed by fall; leisure and daily wear lead, and office use is not far behind. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Lancôme La Vie est Belle Vanille Nude and Lattafa Yara / يارا (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Cloud Pink (Eau de Parfum)

Ariana Grande · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Ariana Grande Cloud Pink Eau de Parfum is a floral-fruity scent where berries, dragon fruit and pink pineapple sit on a sweet, creamy, gourmand base. The top opens fruity with berries, dragon fruit and pink pineapple. In the heart, coconut water and vanilla orchid soften things, with ambrette in support. The base of praliné, musk and amberwood carries the sweetness into a creamy warmth, and a slightly synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear, with some choosing it for nights out. It reads feminine and modern. Clean Whipped Cherry and Ariana Grande Thank U, Next (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Black Opium Nuit Blanche

Yves Saint Laurent · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Nuit Blanche is a sweet, creamy floral with a gourmand streak, made for women and leaning towards evening wear. It opens with rice steam and Madagascar pepper, soft and lightly spiced. Peony and orange blossom absolute bring a floral heart. In the base, coffee, vanilla absolute, sandalwood and white musk sweeten the scent and settle it into a creamy, woody, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Kenzo Kenzo Amour Indian Holi and Spirit Spirit of Romantic Love have a close profile.

Mauboussin

Mauboussin · 2000

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Mauboussin Mauboussin is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions, with leisure and daily wear close behind. Most voters call it feminine, and some see it as classic. Bergamot, plum and mandarin orange open it with fresh fruit. The heart carries peach, rose and jasmine in a floral vein. In the base, vanilla, benzoin and sandalwood sweeten it and settle into a powdery, resinous, woody warmth. M. Micallef Night Aoud and Biehl Parfumkunstwerke al02 have a close profile.

Emilie

Cerchi Nell'Acqua · 2013

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Cerchi Nell'Acqua Emilie is a sweet, fruity and woody women's fragrance built around patchouli, leather and pepper. Berries give it a sweet, gourmand first impression, while pepper adds a spicy edge to that sweetness. Patchouli and woods set it on an earthy, oriental base, with leather leaving a slightly rough, leathery note in the background. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings and nights out leading and spring in second place. Most voters find it feminine. Boadicea the Victorious Amethyst and David Jourquin Cuir Mandarine have a close profile.

Oriental Brûlant

Guerlain · 2008

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Guerlain Oriental Brûlant is a sweet, spicy women's fragrance built on vanilla, tonka bean and styrax; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. It opens with clementine and balsamic notes, and almond and spices take the heart. The base of styrax, tonka bean and vanilla settles into a gourmand, powdery, resinous warmth with a faint smoky trace. Guerlain Shalimar Ode à la Vanille - Sur la route de Madagascar and Guerlain Shalimar Ode à la Vanille have a close profile.

Spellbound (1991) (Eau de Parfum)

Estēe Lauder · 1991

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Estēe Lauder Spellbound is a sweet, powdery floral-oriental that suits autumn and winter evenings, with a feminine character; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange blossom, rosewood, coriander and pimento, a spicy floral start. Heliotrope, rose, tuberose and jasmine lead the heart, and a base of vanilla, benzoin, musk and cedar settles it into a resinous, woody, slightly animal warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening or a night out; they call it feminine and classic. Slava Zaïtsev Maroussia (Eau de Toilette) and Léonard Balahé (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Her Choice

La Rive

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

La Rive Her Choice is a powdery floral for women that opens with a fresh bergamot and orange blossom, then softens into tuberose and white musk. Most voters pick spring, with summer and autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear and also suits the office. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters read it as feminine and modern. It opens with bergamot and orange blossom for freshness. In the heart, Jasminum auriculatum and tuberose build a floral body. The base of white musk, cedar and vanilla settles it onto a creamy, sweet footing, with a fruity touch in the background. Giorgio Armani My Way (Eau de Parfum) and Câline Mon Paradis have a close profile.

Juicy Couture (Eau de Parfum)

Juicy Couture · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Juicy Couture Eau de Parfum opens with watermelon, apple and passion fruit, then moves into a floral heart of tuberose and rose: a sweet, fresh scent for women. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters suggest spring, with summer and fall close behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and most voters find it feminine. Water hyacinth and tagetes add a fresh edge to the fruit at the top. The heart brings tuberose, rose and lily for a full floral body. In the base, caramel and vanilla sweeten the scent while patchouli tempers the gourmand side a little. Powdery and synthetic touches run through the whole.

Six

Nejma · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Nejma Six is a women's perfume that pairs a fresh, fruity start with a sweet, powdery and woody base. It opens with coconut, pineapple and apple for a fruity freshness. In the heart, frankincense resin, petitgrain and tonka bean move it towards a soft, spicy sweetness. White musk, Siam benzoin, moss and sandalwood settle into a powdery, woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall, spring and winter, with summer further behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, and can also be worn to the office. Voters mostly find it feminine. Van Cleef & Arpels Birmane (Eau de Toilette) and Boadicea the Victorious Glorious have a close profile.

Le Jour se Lève

Louis Vuitton · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Louis Vuitton Le Jour se Lève is a fresh, floral women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and the occasions named most often are daily wear, leisure and the office. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and its character reads mostly feminine and modern. Italian mandarin orange and blackcurrant give it a bright, fruity freshness. Jasmine sambac, osmanthus and peony shape the floral side, softened by musk and frankincense. Overall it feels green, sweet and lightly creamy.

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