The Perfume Library

Orage

8.0

Louis Vuitton · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Louis Vuitton Orage is a fresh, green men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. The citrus brightness of bergamot meets the soft, powdery feel of iris and ambrette, while patchouli and vetiver give the scent a woody, earthy footing. The fresh and green side dominates, with the spice staying in the background. Most voters pick spring and summer, fall also fits, and winter is the least chosen season. Daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine. Hermès Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver and Ermenegildo Zegna Haitian Vetiver have a close profile.

Au Hasard

7.7

Louis Vuitton · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Louis Vuitton Au Hasard is a fresh, woody men's fragrance that sets bright cardamom and mandarin orange against sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though winter has a fair following too. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, and it also works at the office. Most voters call it masculine, with some seeing it as classic. The citrus and fresh accords come from mandarin orange and petitgrain, while cardamom adds spice. Sandalwood and ambrette give it a creamy, slightly leathery softness, and the woody side gradually takes over.

The World According to Arthur

8.0

Penhaligon's · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Penhaligon's The World According to Arthur is a sweet, spicy and resinous men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings. It opens with frankincense, Tahitian vanilla and grapefruit; the grapefruit gives a brief lift before vanilla and resin take over. In the heart, ambrette and clary sage absolute make it powdery and creamy. The base returns to frankincense, while tonka bean absolute softens the sweetness and leaves a smoky, woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and almost none recommend it for summer. It is mostly suggested for evenings and nights out, with some leaning towards leisure and daily wear. More voters call it masculine, though a fair share read it as feminine.

Italian Citrus

7.6

D.S. & Durga · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Green

D.S. & Durga Italian Citrus is a fresh, green citrus scent that suits summer and spring best, and works just as easily for daily wear and the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with fall well behind and winter rarely chosen. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. It reads mainly masculine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine. It opens on blood orange, bergamot, lemon and chinotto peel. Green mandarin orange and violet leaf then pull the citrus towards green. In the base, oakmoss, copaiba balsam and frankincense absolute leave it spicy, woody and slightly smoky.

001 Man (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Loewe · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Loewe 001 Man Eau de Parfum opens with Italian bergamot, Calabrian mandarin and cardamom, then settles into a woody heart of vetiver, cedar and sandalwood; it is made for men. Citrus and spice come first; in the heart, cypress, vetiver, cedar, carrot seed and Indian sandalwood build a dry, earthy woody base. At the bottom, white musk, ambrette, patchouli and violet make it powdery, creamy and slightly sweet. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter close behind. It wears easily for daily use, leisure and the office, and most voters read it as masculine. Liquides Imaginaires Tapis Volant and Ramón Monegal Siesta have a close profile.

Gucci by Gucci Sport pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Gucci · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Gucci by Gucci Sport pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that has been discontinued; it suits warm spring and summer days, sport and everyday wear. It opens with mandarin orange, grapefruit and cypress for a bright start. In the heart, fig, cardamom and juniper berry add a green, spicy touch alongside an aquatic, slightly synthetic feel. Patchouli, ambrette and vetiver settle into a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, mainly for leisure, daily wear and sport. Most describe it as masculine and modern. Its profile is close to Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau & Cèdre and Iceberg Eau de Iceberg 74 Cedar.

51 pour Homme (Parfum)

8.5

Roja Parfums · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Roja Parfums 51 pour Homme is a men's perfume that sets lavender, violet and oud inside a floral, spicy and woody blend; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so the scent stays on the skin and carries well. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is described as masculine and classic. It opens with bergamot, lavender and lemon, fresh and aromatic. The heart turns floral with violet, jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang. The base settles into oud, patchouli, leather and vanilla, spicy, smoky and sweet, with resinous and animal tones deepening it.

Pacific Aura

8.2

Rayhaan · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rayhaan Pacific Aura is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, orange, citron and mint, while coriander and blackcurrant add a spicy, fruity edge to that fresh start. The heart brings May rose, basil and apricot. Date, fig and ambrette in the base soften the scent and sweeten it slightly, with an aquatic feel staying in the background as it dries down. Most voters pick summer and spring. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It suits daily wear and leisure best, and is also chosen for sport and the office. It reads masculine and modern. Avapari Citrus Mint and Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill have a close profile.

Awatif pour Homme / عواطف

8.8

Zimaya

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zimaya Awatif pour Homme is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent, with green, fruity and sweet touches that make it an easy daytime wear. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most choose it for daily wear and leisure, with sport and business also among the common picks. It is marketed as a men's fragrance. The top is cool and bright with mint, coriander, citron, blackcurrant and orange. Rose, basil and apricot in the heart add a floral, fruity softness. Ambrette, fig and date in the base leave a sweet finish. Rare Reef and Pacific Aura have a close profile.

Peruvian Ambrette

7.4

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ermenegildo Zegna Peruvian Ambrette is a powdery, sweet masculine fragrance on a floral and woody line; it has been discontinued. It is built from iris, cashmere wood, ambrette and gaiac wood. Iris brings the floral, powdery side, ambrette softens it with sweetness, and gaiac and cashmere wood give a woody, smoky base. Spicy, resinous and leathery accords pull it toward an oriental warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is worn for leisure, evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. Jo Malone Saffron and Parfum d'Empire Cuir Ottoman have a close profile.

Writer White

6.9

Yves de Sistelle · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves de Sistelle Writer White is a fresh men's fragrance that opens with bright bergamot, coriander and pink pepper and moves into the green coolness of galbanum and violet leaf. Citrus and spice lead, while galbanum and violet leaf carry a green chill through the heart and rose softens the floral side. In the base, ambrox, ambrette and cashmeran settle the scent onto a powdery, creamy, lightly sweet footing. The overall impression is fresh and clean, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions, while night-out use is rare. Perfumes with a close profile include La Perla Invisible Touch and Creed Iris Debonair.

Tone - Indéterminée

8.2

Zara · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zara Tone - Indéterminée opens with grapefruit and cinnamon and settles into neroli, tobacco leaf and rum, a sweet, gourmand and spicy men's scent. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. It reads more masculine than feminine. Grapefruit and cinnamon start it bright and spicy. In the heart, neroli and tobacco leaf add a soft, slightly smoky tone. The base of ambrette, rum and cedar leaves a sweet, powdery, creamy woodiness. Initio Side Effect and Guerlain Spiritueuse Double Vanille have a close profile.

Monarchy

7.3

Technique Indiscrète · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Technique Indiscrète Monarchy is a masculine fragrance that pairs the freshness of bergamot and lemon grass with the soft warmth of musk and sandalwood. It opens fresh with bergamot and lemon grass. The heart is floral, built on rose, lavender, geranium and clover, softened by cashmere and lily of the valley. The base of musk, sandalwood, vanilla and amber leaves a powdery, creamy sweetness, with woody and spicy touches. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Voters favour spring, fall and summer, and see it for leisure, daily wear and the office. Most read it as masculine, though a feminine side shows.

Voyage d'Ombre

8.1

Rituals · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Rituals Voyage d'Ombre is a fresh, green and woody men's fragrance built around bergamot, juniper and lavender. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage. Voters lean towards spring and autumn, then winter, though summer gets a share too. Daily wear, work, leisure and evenings all get equal support. It reads masculine. It opens with bergamot and juniper, a bright citrus-and-green start softened by violet and pear. Lavender and sage bring a spicy, herbal heart. The base settles into resinous frankincense and powdery ambrette.

Al Ibdaa for Men

7.5

Ard Al Zaafaran

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Ibdaa for Men is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh, fruity opening of lavender, pineapple and apple on a woody, spicy base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, with scores in the upper-middle range, though the small number of votes makes these a rough guide rather than a firm verdict. Value for money is rated highly. It is presented as a men's scent. The opening brings lavender, pineapple, apple, geranium and bergamot together into a citrusy, aquatic, fruity freshness. In the heart, orchid, jasmine, lily of the valley, patchouli and cedarwood add a floral and woody softness. The base of ambrette, oakmoss, musk and amber closes it with a sweet, oriental warmth. A synthetic side also shows among the accords.

Vetyver Messager

8.2

Parfums MDCI · 2026

Parfums MDCI Vetyver Messager is a men's fragrance that sets the freshness of bergamot and grapefruit against a warm, dry base of vetiver and benzoin. It opens with bergamot, grapefruit, apple and cardamom, while pink pepper and coriander add a light spice to that fresh start. In the heart, geranium and carrot bring a green, earthy tone. In the base, vetiver, benzoin, tonka bean and vanilla soften the scent and add sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are not conclusive. With its fresh opening and woody base it sits close to everyday wear and reads clearly masculine. Bottega del Sarto Tailored and Zara Heritage Selection - Black Tag Intense have a similar profile.

Elegant Homme

8.8

Riiffs

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Riiffs Elegant Homme is a fruity-sweet, powdery men's fragrance built around lavender, pear and iris. Lavender leads at the start. In the heart, pear, iris and ambrette turn the fruity sweetness soft, powdery and creamy. Virginia cedar and vetiver set a spicy, woody and earthy base with an oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. It is made for men. Emir Homme Intense and Privé Illusion Intense have a close profile.

Je Te Veux

7.0

Ikiryō · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Ikiryō Je Te Veux is a sweet, floral scent for men, deepened with spice, resin and a touch of smoke. Sandalwood, magnolia and rose form the frame, while vanilla and Peru balsam add a creamy, powdery sweetness. Frankincense, nutmeg and opium bring a spicy, resinous, faintly smoky edge, and ambrette with musk leaves an animal warmth. It reads as one dense whole from start to finish. Those who rated it find the longevity high and the sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Its heavy, dark, sweet build suits cooler weather and evenings best. Maison Incens Santal Tislit and Ikiryō Profile 3: Anne Boleyn have a close profile.

Salty Breeze

7.4

Autobiography · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Autobiography Salty Breeze is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance in which citrus and green tones come to the front. Sea salt and sage open it, ambrette and grapefruit form the heart, and kelp sits at the base. The citrus and fruity side softens the salty, green air, while the spicy and woody tones stay in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough picture. It is also rated well for value. Alexandria Fragrances Salty Waves and Brite Bondi Storm have a close profile.

White Soho

8.6

Zara · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Zara White Soho is a men's fragrance that runs fresh and floral, with a noticeably powdery, woody side. Iris, white woods and ambrette define it, read as a single whole rather than as top, heart and base. Fresh and aquatic tones sit on a floral, powdery ground, while sweet and fruity touches soften it. Spicy, smoky and leathery tones stay in the background. Voters rate its longevity as moderate and its sillage as weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a quiet presence. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It shares a close profile with Ermenegildo Zegna Peruvian Ambrette and Dior Cuir Cannage.

Unravel 21/38

6.8

Yohji Yamamoto · 2021

Floral · Synthetic · Spicy

Yohji Yamamoto Unravel 21/38 is a floral, spicy and powdery men's fragrance built around pepper, iris and orange blossom. Pepper opens with a spicy note at the top. In the heart, iris and orange blossom bring a floral, powdery softness. Cedar and ambrette form a woody base, while the synthetic accord gives the scent a clean, smooth feel. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is classified as a men's fragrance. Marlou Corpalium and Parfums de Marly Galloway have a close note and accord profile.

Homme Intense

9.1

Emir · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Emir Homme Intense is a woody men's fragrance that softens lavender with iris and ambrette, leaning sweet and spicy. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the votes behind this are few. It reads as a masculine scent. Lavender opens it, and the heart of pear, iris and ambrette adds a powdery, lightly fruity softness. Virginia cedar and vetiver form a woody base, with the sweetness and spice resting on top of it. Riiffs Elegant Homme and Rirana Iris Ambrette have a close profile.

Caballo

7.3

Armaf

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Armaf Caballo is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, spicy citrus opening with a creamy base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate: present without being loud, and not fleeting. There are too few votes on seasons or occasions to say when it suits best. It opens with grapefruit, bergamot and lemon, a bright and sharp citrus layer. In the heart, ginger adds spice alongside the soft, powdery touch of ambrette and violet. The base of vetiver, patchouli, ambroxan and musk settles into a creamy, woody finish.

Primal Forest

7.8

Organic Perfume Girl

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Organic Perfume Girl Primal Forest is a fresh, green men's fragrance built around fir balsam, pine and oak, with the feel of a forest floor. The notes read as a single whole: the resinous coolness of fir balsam and pine sits on an earthy base of moss and oak, while amber and oud warm it slightly. Citrus and spicy touches keep it lively in a fougère mood, and ambrette softens the edges. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays on the skin for a long while without filling the room. With its woody, green and resinous character it suits outdoor walks and everyday wear. Birkholz Royal Vetiver and Rogue Targhee Forest have a close profile.