The Perfume Library

97 perfumes

Pasha de Cartier Parfum

Cartier · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Cartier Pasha de Cartier Parfum is a sweet, woody scent with a masculine bent that suits autumn and winter evenings best. It lasts strongly and projects well. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while few choose summer. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and also works for business and daily wear. Most voters call it masculine and classic. Amber, sandalwood, patchouli and balsamic notes build a sweet, spicy, woody profile. It feels creamy and resinous, with a warm oriental side that dominates. Profumum Roma Patchouly and Serge Lutens Ambre sultan (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

2022 Generation Man

8.0

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2013

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Stéphane Humbert Lucas 2022 Generation Man is a fruity, spicy and smoky men's fragrance that opens with mint, blackcurrant and yuzu zest and deepens into Cambodian oud. The opening pairs the freshness of mint and yuzu zest with the sweet, fruity edge of blackcurrant. Cambodian oud takes the heart, and the base of precious woods, spices and balsamic notes pulls the scent into a resinous, woody, oriental direction. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and favour evenings and nights out; most also read it as masculine. Amouage Jubilation 40 and Ajmal Amber Wood (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Turathi (Brown)

7.9

Afnan Perfumes

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Afnan Perfumes Turathi (Brown) is a sweet, spicy and woody men's fragrance built around amber, patchouli and vanilla. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer the least suggested season. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. The top opens with woody notes, amber, patchouli and ozonic notes. Towards the heart, vanilla and spicy notes add a warm, gourmand sweetness. The base holds aquatic notes, balsamic notes and rose, so the resinous, oriental feel ends on a soft floral touch. Lattafa Sheikh Shuyukh Luxe Edition and Floris Honey Oud have a close profile.

Baldessarini (Eau de Cologne)

7.1

Baldessarini · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Cologne

Baldessarini Eau de Cologne is a men's scent that opens with spearmint, mandarin orange and bitter orange, then settles onto patchouli and sandalwood. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so the scent stays fairly close to the skin. Voters spread the seasons almost evenly, with fall and spring slightly ahead. Daily wear, leisure and office use are equally favoured, while evening and night out sit lower. Most voters call it masculine and classic. Citrus and green notes lead: spearmint adds coolness, while mandarin orange and bitter orange give a bright, fruity, lightly sweet start. In the heart, patchouli, clove and cumin bring spicy warmth. The base of balsamic notes, musk and sandalwood softens everything and dries down woody.

Superior Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

s.Oliver · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

s.Oliver Superior Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards everyday wear in spring and autumn. Its longevity and sillage sit a little below the middle, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a low profile. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer close behind. Daily wear, leisure and business come out on top, and about half of voters call it masculine. Grapefruit and bergamot open it fresh. Vetiver runs through the heart and base, orris root adds a soft powdery touch to the heart, and cedar and balsamic notes settle into a slightly sweet, woody base. Overall it reads fresh, green and lightly fruity.

Acqua di Giò Profondo Lights

7.5

Giorgio Armani · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo Lights is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance in which citrus and green tones lead; it has been discontinued. It opens with marine notes, green mandarin orange and cardamom. In the heart, cypress, Provençal lavender, rosemary and mastic absolute build a green, lightly spicy feel. The base of vetiver, cedarwood and Guatemala patchouly leaves a woody floor, while a synthetic sheen keeps the scent clean. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn also getting a share. It is chosen mainly for leisure, daily wear and business, with sport close behind. It reads as masculine. Its profile is close to Acqua di Giò Profondo and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau & Cèdre.

Bay Rum

5.8

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes · 2012

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes Bay Rum is a green, spicy men's fragrance with a sweet edge, suited to relaxed autumn and winter days. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen most often for leisure time. Voters mostly see it as masculine and classic. As a whole it carries a spicy, resinous air: cinnamon, clove, cardamom and pimento come forward, while bay rum and laurel set a green, woody base. Citrus notes and orange blossom add a soft, fruity sweetness. There is an earthy side too. Thomas Sabo Rebel at Heart and Andrea Maack Flux have a close profile.

Oud Lail Maleki

7.2

Lattafa

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lattafa Oud Lail Maleki is a men's perfume that opens with pink pepper, saffron and plum and settles into sandalwood, vanilla and leather, a floral, spicy scent softened by sweetness. Pink pepper, saffron and plum lead the top, with ozonic notes lifting it. In the heart, jasmine, iris and freesia build a floral backdrop. The base of sandalwood, vanilla and leather turns sweet, woody and resinous. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, then spring, and few choose summer. It suits evenings and nights out best, and most voters read it as masculine. Moresque Scirocco and Francesca Dell'Oro Page 29 have a close profile.

Kenzo Jungle Homme

7.7

Kenzo

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Kenzo Jungle Homme is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a spicy, woody base, and it suits spring and autumn days best. Lime and maté open with a bright freshness, softened by balsamic notes. In the heart, nutmeg and ambrette seed add a spicy warmth, and the base of gaiac wood, Lebanon cedar, Atlas cedar and Siam benzoin settles into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn, spring and summer, with winter trailing. Daily wear and leisure lead, and it also finds a place at the office. Kenzo Jungle pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Puig Quorum Silver (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Boss Collection - Cashmere Patchouli

7.0

Hugo Boss · 2011

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Hugo Boss Boss Collection - Cashmere Patchouli is a spicy, woody men's fragrance that puts patchouli at its heart and settles on balsamic and earthy notes. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. It is described as a masculine scent from 2011, and it has been discontinued. Only a few voters have rated these qualities, so treat them as a rough guide. It opens lightly with aromatic notes and an air accord, then patchouli comes forward. In the base, balsamic and earthy notes take over, and the accords mix spice, wood, resin, powder, smoke and a leathery touch. The result is warm, dry and oriental in character. The Body Shop Patchouli and Byredo Baudelaire have a close profile.

Odyssey Nexus

8.6

Armaf · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Armaf Odyssey Nexus is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that sets a marine, aquatic feel against a spicy, smoky-woody base. It opens with marine notes, mandarin orange and bergamot for a bright start. The heart adds sage, rosemary, ginger and geranium, giving it a spicy, lightly herbal edge. In the base, woody notes, patchouli, frankincense and balsamic notes close it with a smoky warmth, while the aquatic side keeps a somewhat synthetic sheen. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters place it in daily and business wear, then sport and leisure, with evening and night out chosen less often. It reads clearly masculine. Acqua di Giò Profumo and Nike Hub Man have a close profile.

King

8.3

Armaf · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Armaf King is a fruity, sweet men's fragrance led by mirabelle plum and sandalwood. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters score them high. The number of votes is small, so this is a rough guide rather than a firm verdict. It reads as a masculine scent, and its sweet, gourmand build leaves a full, dense trail. It opens with mirabelle plum and fruity notes. In the heart, chestnut, gourmand and spicy notes soften it into a creamy sweetness. The base of sandalwood, amber, balsamic and powdery notes sets a woody, resinous ground. Cartier Pasha de Cartier Parfum and Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Honey Santal have a close profile.

Club 75

7.3

Jacques Bogart · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacques Bogart Club 75 is a fresh, spicy fragrance for men, where citrus and apple are warmed by cinnamon and a woody base. It opens with orange, lemon and cinnamon, the bright citrus softened a little by spice. At the heart, apple, lavender and balsamic notes add a sweet, fruity smoothness. The base of musk, sandalwood and cedarwood dries down woody and resinous. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It isn't tied to one setting, from daily wear to evenings and the office. Most voters call its character masculine, with classic and modern close behind.

Amber Saffron

7.6

French Avenue · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

French Avenue Amber Saffron is a sweet, spicy and resinous men's fragrance that opens with saffron, citrus and mint and deepens into amber, oud and patchouli. The top is led by saffron, citrus, mint and spicy notes, with fruity and green notes lightening the start. Jasmine, rose and carnation add a floral softness in the heart. In the base, amber, oud, patchouli and tonka bean take over, while musk and balsamic notes turn it powdery, leathery and sweet. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, so it makes itself noticed around you. The dense, oriental character reads as masculine. Value for money is rated well too, though the number of votes is small.

Gold Dust (Extrait de Parfum)

8.4

Superz.

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

Superz. Gold Dust Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, spicy and smoky men's fragrance built around cinnamon, vanilla and amber. It opens with Italian bergamot and aromatic notes, then moves quickly into the warmth of cinnamon. Woody and balsamic notes lead the heart, and in the base amber and vanilla sweeten while smoky, powdery and musky notes give it a creamy, gourmand footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though few votes back this up. Its warm, dense character suggests cooler weather and evenings out. Initio Side Effect and Parfums de Marly Herod have a close profile.

Barbour Coastal for Him

5.9

Barbour · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Barbour Coastal for Him is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance, with a sweet, spicy warmth layered underneath. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings give only a rough idea. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Citrus notes and ginger give it a bright feel, while cinnamon adds a spicy warmth. Floral notes soften it slightly, and amber, sandalwood and balsamic notes settle into a sweet, woody base. The aquatic and synthetic accords keep the overall impression clean and fresh. Rituals L'Essentiel and Bench. Shine for Him have a close profile.

Niagara

2.7

LR · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

LR Niagara is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance where aquatic and sweet tones meet a lightly spicy, powdery finish. It has been discontinued. It opens with a bright citrus lift from bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon. In the heart, geranium, clary sage, jasmine and mint keep it green and airy. The base of balsamic notes, oakmoss and precious woods settles into a sweet, powdery ground with a synthetic edge. Nikos Sculpture Homme and Prada Luna Rossa Ocean have a close profile.