The Perfume Library

Memoir Man

8.0

Amouage · 2010

Green · Spicy · Woody

Amouage Memoir Man is a green, spicy and smoky woody oriental made for men, with a leathery, earthy character. It opens cool and herbal with absinth, absinthe wormwood, mint and basil. Rose, lavender absolute and frankincense bring a resinous weight to the heart. The base leans on gaiac wood, oakmoss, vetiver and leather, while tobacco, amber and vanilla keep it earthy and smoky, softened by a little sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead. It reads masculine and classic. Kajal Warek and Jovoy Private Label have a close profile.

Eau Sauvage Parfum (2017)

8.3

Dior · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Dior Eau Sauvage Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and green fougère with a spicy, resinous warmth underneath, made for men. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Voters lean towards spring and fall, with summer and winter close behind, and place it mostly at the office, in daily wear and for leisure, with evenings a fair match too. Many call it masculine and classic. It opens on orange and Calabrian bergamot. The heart brings Hedione, wild flowers and lavender absolute, and the base of vetiver, star anise, cinnamon, labdanum and Philippine elemi adds woody, spicy, resinous depth.

F by Ferragamo pour Homme Black (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2009

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme Black Eau de Toilette pairs a fresh, fruity lavender and apple opening with black pepper and coriander spice, and is made for men; it has been discontinued. Lavender and apple lead the top; black pepper, coriander seed and lavender absolute add a spicy edge in the heart. Tonka bean and labdanum sweeten the base into a powdery, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office, and it reads masculine. Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme and Zippo Fragrances The Original have a close profile.

Luna Rossa (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Prada · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Prada Luna Rossa Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance built on bitter orange and lavender absolute, easy to wear for leisure, daily life and the office. It opens with the tart brightness of bitter orange alongside the aromatic edge of lavender. In the heart, nana mint and clary sage pull that freshness in a green, floral direction. The base of ambrette seed absolute and ambroxan softens everything into a woody, slightly powdery finish, with aquatic and sweet touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so people close by notice it without the scent filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter gets the fewest votes. It reads as masculine and modern. Valentino Valentino Uomo Acqua and Bentley Bentley for Men Azure have a close profile.

Ambassador Intense

7.6

Gisada · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Gisada Ambassador Intense is a men's fragrance that sets the brightness of bergamot and pink pepper against the sweet, resinous warmth of vanilla, tonka bean and labdanum. It is rated strong in longevity and good in sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading; office wear and summer come well behind. Voters mostly see it as masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, grapefruit and ginger for freshness, while pink pepper and cardamom add spice. Clove, cinnamon and caramel bring sweetness to the heart. The base settles into vanilla, tonka bean, labdanum, leather and patchouli, giving a fruity, gourmand and smoky warmth.

La Nuit de L'Homme (2019) (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Yves Saint Laurent · 2019

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme (2019) is a men's fragrance that moves from a fresh, fruity opening into a spicy, woody, faintly leathery base, made for evenings and the colder months; it has been discontinued. Grapefruit and cardamom give a fresh, lightly sweet start. In the heart, clary sage and lavender absolute lead, then patchouli, vetiver and sandalwood pull the scent toward a woody, oriental finish. A slightly synthetic edge and some sweetness stay through to the base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and few choose summer. It suits dinners and nights out best, though daytime and office wear are possible too. It reads clearly masculine. Calvin Klein Obsession Night for Men and Tonino Lamborghini Feroce have a close profile.

Luna Rossa Extreme

7.8

Prada · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Prada Luna Rossa Extreme is a men's fragrance led by black pepper, bergamot and juniper berry, softened by vanilla and lavender absolute; it has been discontinued, but it suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring next and summer well behind. Night out and evening are the most chosen occasions. Most voters find it masculine, and some call it modern. Black pepper and bergamot open fresh and spicy. In the heart, juniper berry and labdanum bring a resinous, woody tone. The base adds vanilla sweetness and lavender absolute, which give a powdery, slightly floral warmth. Its profile is close to Aedes de Venustas Œillet Bengale and Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle.

Burning Barbershop

7.7

D.S. & Durga · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Green

D.S. & Durga Burning Barbershop pairs the fresh fougère feel of a barber's chair with a smoky, resinous burn, and leans clearly masculine. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it suits leisure time and evenings. Most voters call it masculine, and some find it classic. It opens with hemlock fir, lime and spearmint, which bring coolness and a green edge. In the heart, Turkish rose, tuberose and lavender absolute add a soft floral layer. At the base, vanilla sweetens while burnt oil and hay pull the scent toward a dry, smoky finish.

Bon Monsieur

8.2

Rogue · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rogue Bon Monsieur is a fresh, green and woody fougère built around oakmoss, sandalwood and fir balsam. It is made for men and leans towards everyday wear. Voters pick spring most often, followed by fall and summer, with winter chosen less. Leisure, daytime and business settings lead. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters see it as masculine and classic. As a whole the scent reads fresh and green. Bergamot and lavender absolute bring brightness, while geranium and lily of the valley add a light floral touch. Oakmoss, cedar and patchouli give it an earthy, woody backbone, softened by musk. Cacharel pour L'Homme and Chevignon have a close profile.

Lavande 44

7.9

Rania J. · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rania J. Lavande 44 is a men's fragrance where lavender, bergamot and petitgrain meet in a fresh, green and powdery fougère mood. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and fall, with winter and summer chosen less often. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and is also picked for evening and the office. Voters most often call it masculine, though a fair number find it classic. Bergamot and petitgrain open it on a fresh note, and in the heart lavender absolute and lavender draw a green, powdery line. The base lays an woody, earthy and resinous floor of musk, oud, cedarwood, vetiver and patchouli. Tonka bean and labdanum sweeten it slightly. Dana Canoe and Jil Sander Man III have a close profile.

Pour Un Homme de Caron (2005) (Parfum) / L'Impact de Pour Un Homme

7.9

Caron · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Green

Caron Pour Un Homme de Caron / L'Impact de Pour Un Homme is a fresh, floral and powdery men's scent that softens lavender with vanilla, amber and musk. Lavender and lavender absolute lead, vanilla and amber sweeten and warm them, and musk leaves a powdery base underneath. The accords add green, spicy and woody touches to a classic fougère feel. Voters find longevity strong and sillage good. Fall and spring are the most recommended seasons, with daily wear, business and evening close together. Half of voters call it masculine. It has been discontinued.

Fougère L'Aube

7.7

Rogue · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rogue Fougère L'Aube is a fresh, green classic-style fougère that sets the coolness of lavender and bergamot on a woody, spicy base, and it is described as a men's fragrance. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter chosen less often. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic. The scent combines the citrus freshness of bergamot and petitgrain with the sharp green of galbanum and lavender absolute. Moroccan rose absolute and geranium add a soft floral touch, while hay, oakmoss absolute and Indian sandalwood give it a dry, earthy depth. Amber and musk gather it into a warm base. Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Rabanne Paco Rabanne pour Homme have a close profile.

Defy (Eau de Toilette)

5.9

Calvin Klein · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein Defy Eau de Toilette is a fresh men's fragrance that ties the brightness of bergamot and mandarin orange to a green, woody base of lavender and vetiver. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and cedar leaf, giving a citrusy, airy start. In the heart, violet leaf, lavender absolute and clary sage add a green edge. As it dries, Haitian vetiver, musk and amber settle it onto a woody, lightly sweet footing, with an aquatic and synthetic tone running throughout. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without pushing itself on a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office are the favoured settings, with few choosing it for evening. Most voters read it as masculine and modern.

Pour Un Homme de Caron Millésime 2014

8.2

Caron · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Caron Pour Un Homme de Caron Millésime 2014 is a fresh, powdery men's fragrance in which lavender is softened by vanilla; it has been discontinued. Lavender and lavender absolute lead, with amber, musk and vanilla underneath. The result is a fresh, green character folded into a sweet, powdery warmth, while floral, spicy and woody touches stay in the background. Most voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. It is picked most for spring and fall, and suits leisure, evenings and the office. Most voters see it as masculine and classic. Caron Les Plus Belles Lavandes and Le Blanc Lavande 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.

Solo Esencial

7.3

Loewe · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Loewe Solo Esencial is a fresh, green and citrusy men's fragrance built around tangerine, mint and thyme, easy to wear through the day in spring and autumn. Tangerine and lime give it a bright citrus feel, while mint, thyme and rosemary add a green, herbal edge. Cardamom and nutmeg bring a touch of spice, and tonka bean and patchouli add a sweet, creamy, woody base. Frankincense and gaiac wood deepen that base with a smoky, resinous note. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and it suits daily wear, the office and leisure time. The majority read it as masculine, and some as modern. Proraso Azur Lime and Issey Miyake Fusion d'Issey have a close profile.

Spigo

7.7

Profumo di Firenze · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Profumo di Firenze Spigo is a fresh fougère that opens with Italian lavender, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian lemon and softens into vanilla and tonka; it has been discontinued. The opening is led by lavender and citrus, with bergamot and lemon giving it a bright, green feel. In the heart, Texas cedar, lavender absolute and Provençal sage push it towards woody and spicy. The base adds Bourbon vanilla, amber and tonka for a sweet, powdery warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean slightly towards fall and spring, and towards leisure, business and daytime wear. It reads masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. Nobile 1942 Lavanda Nobile and Mazzolari Fleurs d'Oranger have a close profile.

Solo Platinum

6.9

Loewe · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Loewe Solo Platinum is a fresh, woody men's scent that sits best on spring and autumn days, especially at work or in daily wear. Thyme, lavender absolute and black pepper set a fresh, spicy tone, softened by black tea and nutmeg. Frankincense, Siam benzoin and Atlas cedar lay a woody, resinous base, while black leather and ambergris add a leathery, earthy edge. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and business and daily wear lead the occasions. It reads mainly masculine, with classic and modern close behind. Bentley Bentley Infinite Intense and Comme des Garçons Play Black have a close profile.

Eau de Prep Tommy

5.7

Tommy Hilfiger · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tommy Hilfiger Eau de Prep Tommy is a fresh men's scent that opens on grapefruit, tonic water and passion fruit before settling into white pepper and juniper; it has been discontinued. The opening is a citrus and aquatic freshness from grapefruit and tonic water, with passion fruit and clary sage adding a light fruity, green edge. In the heart, white pepper, juniper and lavender absolute bring a spicy, green feel. The base of amber, woods and suede rests the scent on a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. It reads masculine. Its profile is close to Kenzo pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme (Eau de Toilette).

Chocman Mint

6.8

Alysonoldoini · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Alysonoldoini Chocman Mint is a men's fragrance that sets the freshness of grapefruit and bergamot against the gourmand warmth of dark chocolate and coffee bean. Its strength and staying power sit in the middle: voters rate both longevity and sillage as moderate, though with few votes this impression is tentative. It is presented as a masculine fragrance. It opens with the citrus of grapefruit and bergamot. In the heart, mint, lavender absolute and geranium keep things fresh, while tonka bean brings the first hint of sweetness. The base builds a gourmand, resinous warmth from dark chocolate, coffee bean, vanilla and benzoin, with patchouli absolute and musk giving it a woody footing. Fresh and citrus accords lead, with the sweet and spicy sides staying in the background. Shiraz Parfums Kingston and Lost Tribe Dirty Soda have a close profile.

Celadon

8.4

Zara · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Zara Celadon is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance that pairs bergamot, pear and jasmine with cocoa, vanilla and amber. The notes read as a single whole rather than separate stages. Pear and bergamot bring a fruity freshness, while jasmine and rose set the floral side. Cocoa and vanilla sweeten it into a creamy gourmand, and amber, white oud and lavender absolute add a spicy, woody, resinous depth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Its warm, sweet build suits cooler weather. Although it is marketed as a men's fragrance, the floral and gourmand sides soften it. Carrement Belle Ippi Patchouli and Fragonard Rose Ambre have a close profile.

Ayala Moriel · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Herbal Alchemy · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Aromantik · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green