The Perfume Library

Invictus (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Rabanne · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Rabanne Invictus Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer; leisure and daily wear come first, with sport and business close behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. It opens with marine notes and grapefruit, giving an aquatic, fruity, slightly sweet freshness. Bay leaf and jasmine sit in the heart, while patchouli, oakmoss, ambergris and gaiac wood give the base a woody footing. Sober Mercury No̱ 80 and La Rive Brave have a close profile.

Mousse Illuminée

8.2

Rogue · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rogue Mousse Illuminée is a green, fresh fougère: woody, earthy and lightly resinous, aimed mostly at men. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters place it in spring and fall, with summer not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business and evening getting votes too. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Bay leaf, cedar and cypress build a woody, green frame, and artemisia adds a bitter, earthy edge. Frankincense brings resinous warmth and tree moss a damp depth, while white blossoms and white musk soften the whole.

Bentley for Men

7.8

Bentley · 2013

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Bentley for Men opens with bergamot, bay leaf and black pepper before moving into leather and cinnamon, a sweet, spicy and woody fragrance for men. Most voters place it in fall and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasion votes. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters mostly call its character masculine, with classic coming second. The top notes of bergamot, bay leaf and black pepper give it a spicy start. The heart brings leather, cinnamon, rum and clary sage, and the base of patchouli, musk, Siam benzoin and cedarwood settles into a sweet, resinous, smoky dry-down. Bentley Bentley for Men Intense and Parfums de Marly Haltane have a close profile.

New West for Him (Skinscent)

7.5

Aramis · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Aramis New West for Him (Skinscent) is a fresh men's fragrance with strong aquatic and green sides, suited to leisure and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear, and nearly half of voters read it as masculine. It opens with bergamot, mint, lavender and marine notes for a bright start. In the heart, watermelon sits alongside pine and juniper berry, adding a green, lightly fruity touch. The base settles on cedar, patchouli, leather and oakmoss, giving a woody, leathery footing. Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent Jazz Prestige have a close profile.

Horizon (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Guy Laroche · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Guy Laroche Horizon Eau de Toilette opens with aldehydes, sea salt and grapefruit, a fresh, green and aquatic fragrance for men that has been discontinued. The top notes bring coolness through aldehydes, sea salt, mandarin orange and mint. In the heart, pimento, black pepper and galbanum push it toward a spicy, green side. Moss, patchouli and sandalwood form a woody base, with a synthetic edge among the accords. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. A little over half of voters call it masculine, and some also read it as classic.

Original (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Denim · 1975

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Denim Original Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy and green opening with a spicy, woody, leathery base, and it sits closest to everyday wear. Most voters read it as masculine, and a good share call it classic. It is picked most for fall and spring, with summer chosen least. Daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. The top notes of bergamot, lemon and basil bring freshness. In the heart, patchouli, cedar and sage add a woody, slightly earthy feel. The base settles on tonka bean, cardamom, leather and oakmoss, ending spicy and smoky. Halston Z-14 (Cologne) and Azzaro pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Escada pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Escada · 1993

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Escada pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a masculine, classic scent in which lavender, orange and bergamot give way to a spicy, sweet base of sandalwood and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen most for evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and its character reads mostly masculine and classic. It opens with lavender, orange, bergamot and Italian lemon in a bright citrus layer. Toward the heart, cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg add a spicy warmth, kept dry by juniper and bay leaf. In the base, sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten, while patchouli adds a woody, slightly smoky depth. Perfumes with a close profile include The Dua Brand Escape for Him and Boucheron Jaïpur Homme (Eau de Parfum).

Catalyst for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Halston · 1994

Floral · Green · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Halston Catalyst for Men Eau de Toilette is a floral and green scent grounded by spice, vetiver and oakmoss, suited mostly to autumn and winter evenings and leaning classic in character. Most voters place it in autumn and winter, with evening, leisure and night out the leading occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters read it as masculine. It has been discontinued. The top notes of lavender, bergamot, orange, sage and mint open fresh. Toward the heart, cinnamon, nutmeg, bay leaf and violet add a spicy, green warmth. In the base, vetiver, oakmoss, amber and leather close it out woody, earthy and faintly smoky. Aramis Havana and Caron Yatagan have a close profile.

Nimitr / นิมิตร

8.3

Parfum Prissana · 2018

Floral · Green · Spicy

Parfum Prissana Nimitr / นิมิตร is a floral, green and smoky chypre built around oakmoss, patchouli, leather and birch tar. Nimitr wears with strong longevity and good sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer a distant fourth. It leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Classified as a men's fragrance, most votes call it masculine or classic. Jasmine absolute, hyacinth and gardenia form a floral base, while galbanum and bay leaf add a green edge. Cinnamon and nutmeg bring spice, and frankincense and labdanum a resinous warmth. Leather, birch tar and tobacco give it a smoky, leathery character, with civet and castoreum adding an animalic depth.

Bold Instinct (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

David Beckham · 2020

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

David Beckham Bold Instinct Eau de Toilette is a fresh, fruity men's fragrance set on a spicy, woody base. It opens with peaty whisky, pineapple and bay leaf, so sweet fruit sits beside a sharp, smoky edge. Nutmeg, cardamom and cinnamon bring the spice in the heart, and the base of musk, amberwood and patchouli settles into a sweet, woody warmth. A synthetic touch runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring. It is suggested for leisure, daily wear and the office, and reads masculine. Dior Sauvage Elixir and Tonino Lamborghini Feroce have a close profile.

Modoc

7.4

Xerjoff · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Xerjoff Modoc is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens on bergamot, orange and lavender and softens into vanilla and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. The top notes bring bergamot, orange, lemon and grapefruit for citrus brightness, while sage and basil add a herbal coolness. In the heart, lavender, rose absolute and iris give it a floral, powdery side. The base of vetiver, patchouli, vanilla absolute and Australian sandalwood settles it into a woody, sweet finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. It mostly reads as masculine. Dior Dior Homme Cologne (2007) and Histoires de Parfums 1725 have a close profile.

Mauboussin M Generation

7.7

Mauboussin · 2010

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Mauboussin M Generation is a men's fragrance that sets an opening of ginger, pepper and nutmeg over a warm woody base of cedar and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, while spring and summer trail behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, yet also suits business and daily wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and most voters read it as masculine. It opens with ginger, pepper, nutmeg, bay leaf and bergamot, fresh and spicy at once. The heart of jasmine, cinnamon, frankincense and orris root adds a sweet, resinous, slightly smoky touch. It settles into gaiac wood, cedar, sandalwood and labdanum, woody and oriental in feel.

The King

6.5

Police · 2013

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Police The King is a spicy, woody men's fragrance that leans towards fall and winter evenings. It opens fresh and spicy with nutmeg, cardamom, lemon and bay leaf. Lavender and amber lead the heart, and in the base tonka bean and resins sweeten it into an oriental warmth. Fruity and earthy touches stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is worn for nights out and daily use, and reads masculine and modern. Otto Kern Signature Man (Eau de Toilette) and Laura Biagiotti Romamor Uomo have a close profile.

Festival Vibes for Him

6.2

Hollister · 2018

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Hollister Festival Vibes for Him is a fresh, green and aquatic men's fragrance built around birch leaf, pineapple and ozone; it has been discontinued. It opens with birch leaf, pineapple and ozone, giving a fresh, fruity, lightly sweet start. In the heart, ginger, cannabis and bay leaf sharpen the green side while woody notes balance it. The base of ambergris, tonka bean and oakmoss softens and sweetens the scent, which stays cool and somewhat synthetic. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. About half of voters call it masculine, and it reads as a modern men's scent. Calvin Klein CK One Reflections and Velixir Poseidon have a close profile.

Origins

7.0

Cristiano Ronaldo · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Cristiano Ronaldo Origins is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens with pineapple sorbet, bay leaf and mandarin orange and settles towards lavender and patchouli; it leans to daily wear and warmer weather. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is hardly chosen at all. Daily and leisure wear lead the occasions, with sport not far behind. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, and a good share call it modern. The top is pineapple sorbet, bay leaf and mandarin orange, giving a fruity, citrus freshness. In the heart, geranium, clary sage and lavender add a floral, green side. Patchouli and vetiver in the base ground it in a woody footing. Aquatic and spicy touches round out the accords.

Fearless

7.6

Cristiano Ronaldo · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Cristiano Ronaldo Fearless is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits summer and autumn, and sits comfortably in leisure and office settings. It opens with longoza, violet leaf, grapefruit and bay leaf, fresh with a slightly bitter edge. In the heart, nutmeg adds spice while violet and Madagascan geranium bring a soft floral touch. The base turns sweeter with tonka bean and vanilla, resting on a woody, slightly synthetic ground of Ambrostar and cashmeran. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Most voters pick summer and fall, and mention it most often for leisure, business and daily wear. It is made for men, and Versace Eros Flame and Dior Sauvage Parfum have a close profile.

Perle Rare Homme Black Edition

6.5

Panouge · 2016

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Panouge Perle Rare Homme Black Edition is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of basil, bay leaf and lime over a sweet base of tonka bean and amber. It opens green, fruity and crisp with basil, bay leaf, apple and lime. In the heart, marine notes, juniper berry and Provençal lavender bring out the aquatic and spicy sides. The base turns sweeter with tonka bean and amber, while oakmoss and gaiac wood give it a dry, woody edge. A synthetic touch runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. Its fresh, aquatic character suits everyday wear, and it reads as masculine. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf for Men and La Rive Brave have a close profile.

Cambridge Knight (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

English Laundry · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

English Laundry Cambridge Knight Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that opens fresh and citrusy, with grapefruit, blackcurrant and marine notes. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the vote counts are small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It is rated well for value. Positioned as a men's scent, its fresh, aquatic character suits everyday wear. The top brings together lily, musk, grapefruit, blackcurrant and marine notes, giving a fruity, slightly sweet freshness. In the heart, gaiac wood, jasmine and bay leaf add a spicy, woody turn. The base of oakmoss, cedar and patchouli settles it onto a dry, woody footing. Rabanne Invictus (Eau de Toilette) and Sober Mercury No̱ 80 have a close profile.

Captain Molyneux (1994) (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Molyneux · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Molyneux Captain Molyneux (Eau de Toilette) is a masculine fougère that sets a fresh opening of bergamot, lemon and lavender over a base of cedarwood and moss; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters place it equally in daytime, leisure and business settings, with evening chosen less often. It reads clearly masculine. It opens fresh and green with bay leaf, aldehydes and citrus. The heart adds a spicy edge through cinnamon, carnation and geranium, while clary sage and spruce deepen the woody side. The base of cedarwood, moss and tonka bean settles dry, earthy and slightly leathery. Dunhill Edition and Azzaro pour Homme share a close profile.

Reporter (Cologne)

7.7

Oleg Cassini · 1978

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Oleg Cassini Reporter is a fresh, green and spicy fragrance for men, pairing a bright citrus lift with a woody, faintly smoky base. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daytime wear, with evenings also possible. It opens sharp and clean with rosemary, lavender, bergamot and bay leaf. In the heart, jasmine, cinnamon and pine add floral and spicy tones. It dries down to moss, cedarwood and amber, which give it an earthy, resinous depth.

Mercury No̱ 80

5.9

Sober · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sober Mercury No̱ 80 is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance for men, with grapefruit and marine notes over a sweetish, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have rated them. Voters lean towards leisure and daily wear, then the office, while evening and sport come lower. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Marine notes and grapefruit lead the top. Bay leaf and jasmine in the heart add a spicy yet floral touch. The base of patchouli, oakmoss, ambergris and gaiac wood leaves a woody, slightly sweet finish. Rabanne Invictus (Eau de Toilette) and La Rive Brave have a close profile.

A Day at the Barbers

6.0

Aromas de Salazar · 2023

Floral · Green · Spicy

Aromas de Salazar A Day at the Barbers is a masculine fragrance that opens with violet leaf, bergamot and lavender before settling into a resinous, woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good by those who voted, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It reads masculine, and its spicy, earthy build suggests cooler weather. It opens with violet leaf absolute, Calabrian bergamot, blood orange and nutmeg. The heart carries lavender, cardamom, cinnamon and violet, giving it a spicy, floral edge. In the base, frankincense, myrrh, patchouli, tobacco and oakmoss warm up with vanilla and tonka bean into a resinous, woody finish.

Acadia

7.0

Alkemia · 2017

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Alkemia Acadia is a men's fragrance with a fresh, aquatic and green character, its seaside air suiting daily and leisure wear. Bay leaf and balsam fir needle give it a green, lightly spicy side. Kelp, seawater and sea mist push the aquatic feel, while driftwood adds a woody, slightly smoky base. Sweet and resinous touches soften the coolness. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it mostly for daily and leisure wear, with evening and business not far behind. It is classed as masculine. Akro Malt and Mancera Wave Musk have a close profile.

Penthouse Ginza

7.3

Rue Broca

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rue Broca Penthouse Ginza is a fresh, citrusy fougère with a green, aquatic and slightly earthy character, presented as a men's fragrance. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable at close range without filling the room. The ratings come from only a small number of votes, so treat them as a rough guide; those who rated it were pleased with the value for money. Bergamot and grapefruit open it with a bright citrus lift. Bay leaf, lavender and jasmine form a green, floral middle. In the base, ambergris, patchouli and oakmoss settle it onto a woody, earthy ground, with sweet and spicy touches staying in the background. Rabanne Invictus (Eau de Toilette) and Nishane Hacivat share a close profile.