The Perfume Library

Sand Desert at Sunset

8.0

Zara · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zara Sand Desert at Sunset is a warm, sweet men's fragrance built around cinnamon, tonka bean and chocolate. The scent stays sweet and gourmand from start to finish. Cinnamon and orange add a spicy warmth, while tonka bean and chocolate turn it creamy. Cedarwood and frankincense lay a woody base underneath, and iris softens the richness a little. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, and lean towards evenings and nights out. It is labelled masculine, yet a good share of voters read it as feminine, so it doesn't sit neatly on one side. Zara Nocturnal Life and Armaf Radical Brown have a close profile.

Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Gisada · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Gisada Uomo Eau de Toilette is an oriental, woody men's fragrance that sets fresh Italian lemon against sweet dried apricot; it has been discontinued. It opens with Italian lemon, dried apricot and davana, then moves through labdanum, cedarwood, rose and wisteria into a floral, woody heart. The base of ambergris, suede, oud, chocolate and amber turns warm and sweet, while the fresh, fruity and spicy accords stay in play throughout. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it suits leisure time, evenings and nights out. Most see it as masculine, though some find it classic or modern. Its profile is close to The Dua Brand 1 and Only and Scentologia Syn.ergy.

02 Cozé

7.3

Pierre Guillaume · 2002

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Pierre Guillaume 02 Cozé is a sweet, spicy gourmand built around blond tobacco, coffee and chocolate, suited to evenings and cooler weather. It reads as one dense, warm whole: tobacco, coffee and chocolate set up a rich sweetness that Bourbon vanilla softens. Pepper and chili add spice, while patchouli and ebony give an earthy, woody, smoky base. The Indian hemp stays in the background of this mix. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage moderate, and most pick fall and winter. It is worn mostly for evenings, leisure and nights out. Most voters call it masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Mugler A*Men Pure Wood and Frapin Caravelle Épicée have a close profile.

Cašran (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Chopard · 2000

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Chopard Cašran Eau de Toilette opens with cardamom, coriander and rum, then turns sweet with date, plum and chocolate over a vanilla base; it is a men's fragrance that has been discontinued. The top notes are bergamot, cardamom, coriander and rum, giving a spicy, fresh start. In the heart, date, plum, chocolate and cherry make it fruity and gourmand. The base of vanilla, amber, sandalwood and benzoin leaves a warm, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, with spring and winter close behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, and most voters find it masculine.

Dark Temptation (Eau de Toilette)

5.5

Axe · 2010

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Axe Dark Temptation Eau de Toilette is a sweet, gourmand-leaning men's scent that suits autumn and winter days best. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak. Most voters wear it for leisure, evenings and daily use, and pick autumn first, then winter and spring. It reads modern and masculine. It opens fruity and lightly spicy with cherry, pear, coriander and ginger. Red pepper, sage and basil keep the heart spicy, and the base turns warm and sweet with vanilla, chocolate, amber and cream. The overall feel is synthetic, sweet and fruity.

Kham-Sin

6.5

Salle Privée · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Salle Privée Kham-Sin is a men's fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with a sweet, spicy and resinous side, and it suits autumn and spring days best. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer further back. It is chosen mainly for leisure and nights out, and voters read it as masculine first, with some calling it modern or classic. Mandarin orange and petitgrain give it a bright citrus feel, while peppermint and thyme cool it down and add a spicy edge. Tonka bean, chocolate and violet soften the sweetness, and amber, labdanum and patchouli bring a resinous, woody weight. The overall impression is fresh yet leaning sweet, with a noticeably synthetic tone.

Big Pony Collection - 2

5.5

Ralph Lauren · 2010

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Odyssey Dubai Chocolat

6.9

Armaf · 2025

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Armaf Odyssey Dubai Chocolat is a clearly sweet, gourmand men's fragrance led by praliné, coffee and chocolate, leaning towards evenings in the cooler months. It opens on praliné, coffee, knafeh, hazelnut and pistachio. In the heart, chocolate meets cardamom and vanilla, adding a touch of spice to the sweetness. The base of amberwood, tonka bean and caramel softens everything into a creamy, powdery sweetness. Woody and spicy facets are there among the accords, but the sweetness dominates. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is worn for leisure time, evenings and nights out. Voters mostly call its character modern, followed by masculine. Anfar Pistachio Kunafa and Kilian Midnight Espresso have a close profile.

Urban Nomads for Men (Eau de Toilette)

5.0

Michalsky · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Michalsky Urban Nomads for Men Eau de Toilette is a men's scent that pairs the freshness of eucalyptus and citrus notes with the sweetness of chocolate and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with eucalyptus and citrus notes that read fresh and green. In the heart, spicy and floral notes, eucalyptus tree and chocolate come forward, turning the scent sweeter and more gourmand. Woody notes and vanilla remain at the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring is also well supported, and summer is rarely chosen. It leans towards the office and daily wear, and nearly half of voters find it masculine. Jacques Battini Crystal Edition - Black and Al Haramain Remember me have a close profile.

Elegance (Eau de Toilette)

6.0

Lacoste · 2007

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Lacoste Elegance Eau de Toilette is a fresh, spicy fragrance for men that leans towards fall and spring, leisure and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage, staying fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, then spring, while winter and summer trail behind. Leisure and daily wear come first, with evening and office use not far behind. It reads mostly masculine, and many also call it modern. It opens with juniper, thyme and peppermint for a fresh, slightly green start. The heart brings black pepper, nutmeg and cardamom, with raspberry adding a fruity sweetness. As it settles, musk, sandalwood, amber and chocolate turn it woody, warm and gourmand.

Roméo

7.8

Gemelli Profumo

Sweet · Spicy · Oriental

Gemelli Profumo Roméo is a spicy, sweet men's fragrance led by lavender and black pepper, warming into vanilla and amber. Most voters place Roméo in fall and winter, with spring close behind and summer lagging. It suits leisure time and evenings out, and works at the office too. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and it reads mostly masculine. It opens with lavender and black pepper giving a sharp spice, while bergamot, iris and chocolate soften the heart. As it dries, vanilla and amber take over, leaving a sweet, powdery, creamy oriental trail. Le Sully and Le Mâle Le Parfum have a close profile.

Gold Temptation

7.0

Axe · 2014

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Axe Gold Temptation is a fruity, gourmand men's scent that opens with bergamot and pear and turns sweet with chocolate, vanilla and amber. Bergamot, pear and basil give a fresh start. Cardamom, ginger and pepper bring spice to the heart. The base leans on chocolate, vanilla, suede and amber, with cedarwood and musk adding a woody, slightly powdery, leathery footing. The overall impression is sweet and synthetic. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and very few choose summer. It leans towards evenings and leisure time, and is also worn for nights out. Axe Dark Temptation and Lattafa Ramz Lattafa (Silver) have a close profile.

Cannabis Santal

6.4

Fresh · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Fresh Cannabis Santal is a men's fragrance that pairs citrus freshness with a green, earthy body and a faintly sweet edge. It opens bright and fruity with bergamot, Brazilian orange and black plum. In the heart, cannabis, rose and patchouli set a green, earthy tone; the base of vetiver, musk and chocolate softens it and ends on a gourmand sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though few people have voted, so these readings are tentative. It is classed as masculine. Two perfumes with a close profile are Schlossparfumerie Wolff & Sohn Stuttgart Impérial Santal and Liaison de Parfum No Matter What.

Intenso d'Agrumi

7.6

Acqua del Garda · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua del Garda Intenso d'Agrumi is a citrus-led men's fragrance that leans sweet, and it suits autumn and winter best. Most voters pick autumn, then winter, while spring and summer trail behind. It is worn for work and daily use, and also for leisure and evenings out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. It opens with grapefruit, lemon and bergamot for a fresh citrus lift, with pink pepper adding a light spice. In the heart, lavender, rosemary, tobacco and chocolate bring together green and gourmand sides. The base of amber, sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla settles into a creamy, woody sweetness.

Tragedy

7.6

Fragrance World

Fresh · Sweet · Gourmand

Fragrance World Tragedy is a sweet, gourmand fragrance for men built around vanilla, chocolate and brandy, warmed by amber and tonka bean. It opens with woods, then the heart turns to vanilla, chocolate and brandy, which carry the sweetness. Amber and tonka bean in the base keep it soft and warm. The accords add spicy, woody, powdery and resinous tones, with faint smoky and leathery touches. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good and its value for money highly, though the number of votes is small. Its sweet, spicy build leans towards cooler weather, and it is classed as masculine.

Metropolitan Man (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

LR · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

LR Metropolitan Man Eau de Parfum is a masculine scent that sets a fresh, citrusy opening on a sweet, spicy and woody base. Pepper, grapefruit and bergamot give the top a bright, slightly sharp start. In the heart, gaiac wood, cardamom and geranium add a dry, spiced turn. At the base, vetiver and cedarwood carry the woody frame while chocolate sweetens the scent and brings a gourmand, creamy softness. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though few people have voted, so these ratings are only a rough guide. With its fresh citrus side and sweet base, it sits comfortably between daytime and evening wear.

Play It Wild for Him

6.1

Playboy · 2015

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Playboy Play It Wild for Him is a fruity, gourmand men's fragrance that opens on nutmeg, lemon and grapefruit and turns sweet with blueberry, chocolate and pineapple. The top is a bright mix of nutmeg and citrus. In the heart, blueberry, chocolate, pineapple and cinnamon make it clearly sweet, fruity and spicy. The base of tonka bean, amber and leather adds woody, powdery and oriental tones that soften the sweetness. A synthetic edge runs through it. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick it for leisure and evenings, with daily wear also in the mix. Armani Code Profumo and Zara For Him Red Edition Intense have a close profile.

Chocola Addict

7.3

French Avenue · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

French Avenue Chocola Addict is a sweet, gourmand fragrance for men, led by tangerine and chocolate and deepened by leather and vanilla. It opens with tangerine's fruity brightness meeting chocolate. In the heart, leather and frankincense add a spicy, resinous weight. Vanilla and myrrh keep the base sweet, with the earthy and leathery tones staying in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated good by those who voted, though the number of votes is small. With its gourmand character it suits cooler weather and anyone who likes sweet scents, and it reads as a men's fragrance. Pink Sugar Black Sugar and Svensk Parfym Sadel have a close profile.

Identity Him

6.4

Gemelli Profumo

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Gemelli Profumo Identity Him is a masculine fragrance with a fruity, sweet, gourmand character, backed by spice and wood. Blood orange and peppermint open it with a cool, citrusy lift, then cinnamon, rose and chocolate in the heart turn it sweeter. Leather, patchouli and woody notes in the base dry that sweetness out, while a synthetic accord adds a slightly artificial edge. Its sillage is rated as moderate, though the sample is small, so that reading is tentative. It sits on the masculine side, and the sweet, spicy build suits cooler days. Rabanne 1 Million (Eau de Toilette) and Lattafa Najdia (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

François Charles (2016) (Eau de Parfum)

6.6

Rancé 1795 · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rancé 1795 François Charles opens with cardamom, grapefruit and bergamot, then settles into a sweet, woody base of vanilla and sandalwood, in a masculine style. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the sample is small, so read that cautiously. Voters name evening, daily wear, leisure and nights out in similar measure, and business is possible too. It is a masculine scent that works from day into night. The top is citrus and spice: grapefruit, mandarin, cardamom, ginger and pink pepper. Lavender, rose and jasmine add a floral softness in the heart. In the base, vanilla, caramel, sandalwood and amber sweeten it into a powdery, creamy woodiness. Parfums de Marly Darley and Pierre de Velay No. 16 have a close profile.

Hierà

7.5

Marcoccia · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Marcoccia Hierà is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, green citrus brightness against a gourmand sweetness. Voters lean towards fall and winter, with spring close behind and summer last. It suits evenings and leisure time best, and some also pick it for a night out. Votes on character split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it doesn't read as strictly one or the other. It opens with myrtle and bergamot, fresh, green and citrusy. In the heart, chocolate and nuts bring in sweetness. Vetiver lays a woody base, while tonka bean and vanilla leave a soft, powdery sweetness. Spicy and synthetic touches also show among its accords.

GlorioU.S.

5.9

Zippo Fragrances · 2016

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Zippo Fragrances GlorioU.S. is a men's scent that sets the brightness of grapefruit, lemon and bergamot against the warmth of chocolate, tobacco and leather. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it neither fades quickly nor projects loudly. There are no season or occasion votes to lean on, but it reads as masculine. The top opens fresh and slightly green with grapefruit, lemon, bergamot, star anise and peppermint. At the heart, chocolate, tobacco and leather push it towards a gourmand, leathery side. Black musk, woods, amber and vanilla then settle it into a creamy, sweet finish. Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb and Acqua del Garda Intenso d'Agrumi have a close profile.

Dame Perfumery Scottsdale · 2016

Gourmand · Spicy · Woody

Mercadona · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy