The Perfume Library

L'Homme

8.4

Prada · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Prada L'Homme is a fresh, floral and powdery men's fragrance with a sweet, creamy softness, and it leans towards daily and office wear. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter the least chosen season. Daily, business and leisure wear lead, while evening and night out sit further back. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. Neroli and pepper give it a fresh, lightly spiced edge. Iris and violet build the powdery, floral side, and geranium nudges it slightly towards green. Amber, cedar and patchouli add a sweet, creamy, woody base.

Reflection Man

8.6

Amouage · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Amouage Reflection Man is a powdery, creamy men's fragrance that balances a fresh, floral feel with spice, sweetness and a woody backdrop. It opens with bitter orange leaf, red pepper and rosemary, a cool, spicy and slightly green start. In the heart, neroli, ylang-ylang, jasmine and iris add a soft, powdery floral layer. The base of Virginia cedar, sandalwood, patchouli and Haitian vetiver settles it onto a woody, sweet footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest spring, summer and fall, with winter chosen less often. It is worn from daily and leisure use to the office and evenings out. Most voters find it masculine, followed by modern and classic. Amouage Reflection 45 and Scentiments Mirror Man have a close profile.

Le Mâle Le Parfum

8.4

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2020

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Le Parfum is a sweet, gourmand and spicy fragrance for men, leaning towards autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with summer the least chosen season. It is favoured most for evenings and nights out, and half of the voters find it masculine. It opens with cardamom, which gives a spicy first impression. In the heart, iris adds a powdery softness while lavender brings a clean thread alongside it. The base is dominated by oriental woods and vanilla, and the scent settles into something creamy, sweet and woody. Mugler A*Men Pure Tonka and Mercedes-Benz Select Night have a close profile.

L'Homme Intense

8.4

Prada · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Prada L'Homme Intense is a woody, powdery masculine scent built around amber, sandalwood and iris. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen less often. It is thought of mainly for evenings and nights out, though business and daily wear also have a place. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. Overall it carries a sweet, creamy warmth: amber and roasted tonka bean bring the sweetness, while sandalwood and patchouli lay a woody base. Iris adds a powdery softness, and the accords also include fresh, spicy and leathery touches.

Valentino Uomo Intense (2016)

8.3

Valentino · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Valentino Uomo Intense opens with mandarin orange and clary sage and settles into a sweet, leathery base of vanilla and black leather; it is made for men and has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening and night-out wear leading, while business and daily use trail behind. It is mostly seen as masculine. Sweet, gourmand and spicy accords dominate. Mandarin orange and clary sage lighten the opening, then iris adds a powdery softness and tonka bean a creamy sweetness in the heart. Vanilla and black leather close it out, and the woody, leathery side keeps the sweetness in check.

Asad / أسد

7.7

Lattafa

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Lattafa Asad is a masculine oriental that opens fresh and settles into a sweet, spicy, woody warmth. The top notes are tobacco, pineapple and black pepper: the pineapple keeps it bright while pepper and tobacco add a dry, spicy edge. Iris, coffee and patchouli form the heart, and vanilla, benzoin, labdanum, dry woods and amber sweeten and soften the base. The overall impression is warm and full, with a synthetic touch. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and night out the leading occasions, though leisure and daily wear also get votes. Voters mostly describe the character as masculine. Ard Al Zaafaran Al Hur so Intense and Ahmed Al Maghribi Ighra'a have a close profile.

The Dreamer (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Versace · 1996

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Versace The Dreamer Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral men's scent that opens with tarragon and juniper and softens into iris and lily at the heart. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has its share too. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for office and evening. Most voters read it as masculine, and a smaller group as classic. The top notes of tarragon, juniper and artemisia give a crisp, lightly spicy, green start. In the heart, iris, lily and flax add a powdery, floral softness. The base of tobacco flower and amber turns it sweeter and dries it down warm and woody. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle (Eau de Toilette) and Evody Cuir Blanc have a close profile.

Le Beau Le Parfum

8.0

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2022

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Le Parfum is a fresh, sweet men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring, while winter trails well behind. Leisure, a night out and evenings are the occasions mentioned most. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters call it masculine and modern. The scent is fresh and fruity overall: pineapple and coconut bring a sweet, creamy note, with ginger and cypress keeping it lively. Sandalwood, tonka bean and ambergris build a creamy, woody base, while iris and patchouli stay in the background. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through the accords.

Reflection 45

8.8

Amouage · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Amouage Reflection 45 pairs the fresh, spicy opening of pink pepper, cardamom and lavender with the soft sweetness of vanilla, tonka bean and iris, then settles on dry vetiver and sandalwood; it is made for men. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though it is also worn in summer and winter. It is chosen most for nights out and evenings, and it also fits business and daily wear. Voters mostly read its character as masculine and classic. It opens fresh and spicy, with pink pepper, cardamom and lavender alongside juniper berry. In the heart, neroli, jasmine and iris add a floral, powdery side, while vanilla and tonka bean make it creamy and sweet. The base rests on vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and frankincense, woody and resinous.

Blue Jeans

6.9

Versace · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Versace Blue Jeans is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with basil, bergamot and citrus fruits alongside juniper and aniseed, while the aquatic and fresh accords keep it bright. In the heart, jasmine, lavender and sage bring a soft floral note. The base turns sweeter with vanilla, tonka bean and musk, and cedar and vetiver give it a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mainly for leisure and daily use, though it also suits the office. Most voters find it masculine. Joop! Nightflight and Chanel Allure Homme have a close profile.

Air Tiger

7.0

Marc Gebauer · 2021

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Marc Gebauer Air Tiger is a spicy, woody and resinous men's fragrance, with cardamom, leather and labdanum leading the way. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. It reads masculine and classic. The top holds cardamom, juniper and Sicilian lemon, with the lemon only brightening the opening a little. In the heart, leather, iris, cedar and patchouli take over. The base of labdanum, amber and benzoin settles into a warm, resinous finish. The accords add a smoky, earthy edge. Dior Leather Oud and Histoires de Parfums 1740 have a close profile.

Jump Up and Kiss Me Hedonistic

8.9

Clive Christian · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Clive Christian Jump Up and Kiss Me Hedonistic is a dark, sweet-leaning men's fragrance that sets floral and fruity notes against spice, wood and leather. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer the least chosen. It leans towards nights out and evenings, while office and daily wear come well behind. On character, masculine leads, followed by modern and classic. It opens on black cherry, grapefruit and bergamot, with neroli and clary sage softening the fruit. The heart brings tobacco, jasmine, iris and opium forward. In the base, amber, leather, labdanum, tonka bean and vanilla settle the scent into a warm, sweet depth. Byredo Bibliothèque and Xerjoff Muse have a close profile.

Oud Save the King (Eau de Parfum)

8.3

Atkinsons · 2013

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Atkinsons Oud Save the King Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy, woody oriental that suits autumn and winter evenings and reads as masculine. Most voters pick winter and fall, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. It reads mainly as masculine, though some voters call it classic or modern. It opens with Earl Grey tea and bergamot, which lighten the first impression. Iris and suede in the heart add a powdery, leathery softness. Sandalwood and oud take over in the base, leaving a sweet, smoky finish. Its profile is close to Atkinsons Oud Save the King Mystic Essence and Mancera Aoud Café.

Office for Men

7.3

Fragrance One · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Fragrance One Office for Men is a fresh, citrusy men's scent, with aquatic and fruity touches that sit close to work and everyday wear. It opens with bergamot, iris and ambrox, and a spicy, woody line takes shape in the heart through pink pepper, Paradisone® and Cachalox. The base dries down to woody notes, patchouli and musk. The overall impression is clean, slightly synthetic and airy. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Spring and summer are the most recommended seasons, and business and daily wear lead the occasions. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine; Afnan Turathi (Blue) and Jimmy Choo Man Ice have a close profile.

Artisan Pure

7.8

John Varvatos · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Varvatos Artisan Pure is a fresh, lightly floral men's scent led by citrus and green notes, suited to spring and summer days and relaxed daily wear. Citrus notes and petitgrain give it a lively, green start, iris adds a soft, slightly creamy floral touch, and woods hold it together on a woody base. The overall impression is clean, cool and far from heavy. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure and daily wear lead, with business use close behind. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. Notebook Citrus & Green Tea and Arval Ductor Fresh have a close profile.

Grey Vetiver (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Tom Ford · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green and earthy men's fragrance that opens on citrus and settles into a woody vetiver base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with fall a close third and winter chosen less often. It leans towards business and daily wear, and fewer pick it for evenings or nights out. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, and a fair share call it classic. Grapefruit, sage and orange blossom lead the top, with woods alongside them. In the heart, pimento, nutmeg and iris add a spicy, slightly powdery softness. In the base, vetiver, amberwood and oakmoss dry down into a green, woody, earthy finish.

Encre Noire à L'Extrême

7.9

Lalique · 2015

Green · Spicy · Woody

Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême is a green, woody, smoky fragrance for men, built around vetiver, frankincense and patchouli. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring a distant third and summer rarely chosen. It suits evenings and nights out, and also works for business and daily wear. Nearly half of voters call it masculine, and many also find it classic. It opens with elemi resin, bergamot and cypress, fresh, green and slightly bitter. In the heart, frankincense, iris and two kinds of vetiver set an earthy, smoky woodiness. In the base, benzoin, patchouli and sandalwood soften that dry line with a resinous warmth. Régime des Fleurs Falling Trees and Jovoy Incident Diplomatique share a close profile.

Azzaro pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Azzaro · 1978

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Azzaro pour Homme Eau de Toilette opens with a fresh, citrusy, green lift and settles into a spicy, woody, leathery fougère; it is a classic scent made for men. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick it for autumn, winter and spring, with summer a smaller share. It is worn across daily use, evenings, the office and nights out. Close to half of voters call it masculine, and many also find it classic. The top is led by bergamot, lavender, lemon and clary sage, with aniseed and basil adding an aromatic edge. In the heart, vetiver, sandalwood and cardamom come forward, while patchouli and cedarwood build the woody base. Oakmoss, tonka bean and leather leave an earthy, resinous warmth underneath.

Luna Rossa Ocean (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Prada · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Prada Luna Rossa Ocean Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. It opens with bergamot, mugwort and pink pepper; the aquatic, citrus side leads while the spice stays light. The heart holds sage, lavender, saffron, iris and suede, with iris and suede adding a soft, powdery texture. Musk, patchouli and Haitian vetiver form a sweet, earthy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. It reads as masculine and modern. Panama Jack Panama Jack for Him and Michael Kors pour Homme have a close profile.

Daarej pour Homme

7.5

Rasasi

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Rasasi Daarej pour Homme is a sweet, woody men's fragrance that opens with mugwort, cardamom and cumin, then softens into a powdery floral heart of iris and rose. The opening is spicy and fresh, led by mugwort, cardamom and cumin. In the heart, iris and rose bring a powdery, floral touch. The base settles into a sweet, creamy, woody foundation of amber, vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood, with patchouli and musk alongside. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, with summer chosen least. Votes spread evenly across evening, leisure, daily wear and nights out. Most voters call it masculine, and many also find it modern. Rasasi Tasmeem Men and Instituto Español Poseidon God have a close profile.

L'Homme L'Eau

8.2

Prada · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prada L'Homme L'Eau is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer and suits daytime and office wear. Neroli and red ginger give it a bright, citrus-led feel, while iris and powdery notes soften it with a sweet, creamy touch. Sandalwood, cedar and amber form a warm, woody base underneath. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Most see it as masculine and modern. Prada L'Homme and Chanel 1957 have a close profile.

Godolphin

7.8

Parfums de Marly · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Parfums de Marly Godolphin is a spicy fragrance for men that opens with the cool bite of cypress, thyme and saffron and settles into a warm base of vanilla and amber. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and few choose summer. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also finds a place at work and in daily wear. Most voters call it masculine and classic. Cypress, thyme and saffron come first. Jasmine, iris and rose add a floral softness in the heart. The base is vetiver, white cedarwood, musk, vanilla and amber, a woody, smoky and leathery floor under the floral, fruity and sweet accords.

Icon

7.9

Dunhill · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dunhill Icon is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, its green and spicy side resting on a woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear and the office. Most call its character masculine, with a strong classic streak. It opens with Italian bergamot, petitgrain, black pepper and neroli absolute. Juniper berry, cardamom, Provençal lavender and sage in the heart keep it airy, herbal and lightly spiced. Vetiver, leather, iris, oud and oakmoss in the base settle it into a calm, woody finish. Stefano Ricci Firenze and Penhaligon's Juniper Sling have a close profile.

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.