The Perfume Library

36 perfumes

Light Blue pour Homme Forever

Dolce & Gabbana · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme Forever is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and sport, with office use not far behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most call it masculine, and a good number find it modern. It opens with Italian bergamot and grapefruit zest, a bright citrus note. In the heart, ozonic notes and violet leaf bring an aquatic, green freshness. Java vetiver, white musk and patchouli settle in the base, with a fruity, lightly sweet edge. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme Italian Love and Benetton Cold have a close profile.

Light Blue pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Dolce & Gabbana · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance made for spring and summer days. It opens on grapefruit zest, bergamot and lemon, with fresh and aquatic accords keeping the citrus light. In the heart, Brazilian rosewood, pepper and rosemary add a spicy, woody edge. The base of musk, patchouli, frankincense and oakmoss settles underneath, while the fruity and synthetic touches stay on top of that woody footing. Most voters pick summer first, then spring. Daily and leisure wear lead, with sport and business following, and evening is rarely chosen. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a light trail close to the wearer. Most voters call it masculine. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme Italian Zest and Lanvin L'Homme Sport have a close profile.

Invictus Aqua (2016)

7.5

Rabanne · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rabanne Invictus Aqua is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with grapefruit zest, yuzu zest and pink pepper, then marine notes and violet leaf give it a cool, aquatic heart. Ambergris, gaiac wood and woods set a woody base underneath. Fruity and sweet accords soften the edges, and a synthetic sheen runs through it. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and sport best. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and it reads masculine and modern. Rabanne Invictus Aqua (2018) and Armaf Sapphire have a close profile.

Ginepro Nero (Profumo)

7.9

L'Erbolario · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

L'Erbolario Ginepro Nero is a men's fragrance that pairs juniper berry and cedarwood with a fresh, citrusy opening of bitter orange and bergamot. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring, fall and summer, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and half of voters find its character masculine. Bitter orange, bergamot, elemi resin and grapefruit zest open fresh and slightly green. Juniper berry, pink pepper and cedarwood bring a spicy, woody heart. Vetiver, Sumatran benzoin, patchouli and oakmoss ground it in a resinous, earthy base. Angela Ciampagna Aer and Olfactive Studio Autoportrait have a close profile.

Eau de Iceberg 74 pour Homme

6.7

Iceberg · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Iceberg Eau de Iceberg 74 pour Homme is a fresh, citrusy masculine scent; it has been discontinued, but it suits anyone after light, everyday freshness. Most voters pick spring and summer for it; daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions, while evening and winter stay in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays quiet close to the skin. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. The top is lemon, Calabrian bergamot and grapefruit zest, a bright citrus opening. In the heart, vetiver, kingwood, geranium leaf and clary sage build a green, woody frame. The base of tonka bean, amber, musk and Siam benzoin sweetens and softens it.

I Love New York for Him

5.6

Bond No. 9 · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 I Love New York for Him is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance set over a spicy, woody base; it has been discontinued. It opens with juniper berry, ginger and grapefruit zest, giving a cool, sharp citrus lift. In the heart, geranium, lavender, patchouli and leather bring out the floral and woody side. The base of labdanum, sandalwood, amber and musk softens it and adds warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though those scores rest on few votes. Voters pick it most for leisure, business and daily wear, with sport and evening further behind. Ralph Lauren Polo Sport (Eau de Toilette) and Bond No. 9 Shelter Island have a close profile.

Orient Treasure

7.9

Langé · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Synthetic

Langé Orient Treasure is a woody, spicy fragrance for men built around leather, birch tar and oud, with a fresh touch of citrus lifting the dark core. The scent reads as a single piece from start to finish. Leather and birch tar set a smoky, animalic, earthy base, and oud adds resinous depth. Grapefruit zest lays a crisp, fresh citrus edge over this heavy mix, while the spicy and oriental sides stay in the background. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, though summer and spring also draw a fair share of votes. It leans towards leisure and evening wear and can also work at the office. Most voters find it masculine. Montale Aoud Cuir d'Arabie and SweDoft Cambodian Oud have a close profile.

Zeste de Vétiver / Vetiver Zest

6.1

Durance en Provence · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Durance en Provence Zeste de Vétiver / Vetiver Zest is a fresh, woody-citrus fragrance for men, pairing bright bergamot, orange and grapefruit zest with an earthy, spicy heart of vetiver and cardamom. Three citrus notes lead: bergamot, orange and grapefruit zest. In the heart, vetiver, cardamom and juniper berry turn the scent green, spicy and earthy. Cedar, sandalwood and amber dry it down gently, yet the whole stays light and fresh, with a slightly synthetic edge. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office are the most named occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and suits quiet, easy wear. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Cartier Déclaration (Eau de Toilette) and Bond No. 9 Great Jones have a close profile.

L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Sport Polar Expedition

7.8

Issey Miyake · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Sport Polar Expedition is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance with a cool, sporty character built on citrus and green tones. Taken as a whole, it leans on citrus: finger lime and grapefruit zest give it a bright, lightly fruity snap. Nootka cypress adds a woody backbone, while Hivernal® rounds out the cool picture. Floral and green accords stay in the background, and the fougère touch keeps it clean. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the small number of votes makes that a loose read. It is classed as a men's fragrance and suits warm days, post-workout wear or easy everyday use. Atelier des Ors Pomelo Riviera and Kilian Water Calligraphy have a close profile.

Glorius Day

8.0

Langé · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Langé Glorius Day is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a woody, earthy core. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable on the skin without filling a room. Only a few people have rated it, so treat that as a rough guide. It suits those who want a light, clean everyday scent for men. Pink pepper and grapefruit zest give it a bright, lightly spicy feel. Cedarwood and vetiver lay a dry, woody and earthy base beneath. The citrus keeps it lively, while the wood and earth keep it calm and serious. Montale Vetiver Patchouli and Comptoir Sud Pacifique Vétyver Haïti have a close profile.

Whenever Wherever for Him (Eau de Toilette)

5.7

Mexx · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Whenever Wherever for Him Eau de Toilette is a fresh, lightly fruity men's scent led by citrus and aquatic notes. Grapefruit zest, lemon and apple give the opening a bright start, and ivy adds a green edge. In the heart, aquatic notes, fir balsam and kelp keep the watery feel going. Patchouli, oakmoss and cashmeran settle into a woody base. The accords also carry a synthetic side. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, though with few votes this is only a rough guide. It reads masculine and suits anyone after a clean, light trail. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme Eau de Toilette and Zara EAU/01 Amalfi Coast have a close profile.

Active (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Pecksniff's

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Pecksniff's Active Eau de Toilette is a fresh citrus fragrance for men, suited to leisure and daytime wear. Grapefruit, bergamot and mandarin zest set the first impression, while cedar leaf and cedarwood give that brightness a green, woody backdrop. Ozone adds a clean aquatic note. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords lead, with fruity and spicy touches staying in the background. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, so it leaves a calm trail. Most pick it for leisure and daily wear, with some votes for the office and sport. Acqua di Parma Bergamotto di Calabria and Jo Malone Aqua Lemon have a close profile.

Séxūal Sugar Daddy (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Michel Germain · 2010

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Michel Germain Séxūal Sugar Daddy Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that opens fresh and spicy, then moves into gourmand sweetness and a leathery, woody base. The top notes are fir balsam, cinnamon and grapefruit zest, giving a bright but warm start. In the heart, caramelized nuts bring sweetness, while patchouli and French lavender pull it towards an earthy, aromatic side. The base of leather, sandalwood and tobacco takes over, leaving a woody, slightly powdery, oriental feel with a noticeably synthetic edge. Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb and Burberry London for Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.