The Perfume Library

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.

Oligarch (Eau de Parfum)

8.7

Roja Parfums · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Roja Parfums Oligarch Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of lemon, bergamot and lavender against a warm base of vanilla, cedarwood and ambergris; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters suggest spring and summer, with fall close behind and winter picked less often. Votes spread across daily wear, business and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Lemon, bergamot and lavender lead the top, with thyme and lime adding a sharp green edge. In the heart, orange blossom and jasmine bring a soft floral note, while apple and coconut add a fruity touch. The base dries down to vanilla, cedarwood and amber, warm, woody and lightly spiced.

Pour Homme

8.4

Grauton Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Grauton Parfums Pour Homme is a fresh chypre-fougère for men, now discontinued, that sets a bright opening of bergamot, lemon and lime against a dry, green base of lavender, cedarwood and vetiver. Citrus comes first, then the spicy edge of nutmeg, clove and coriander seed. In the heart, Provençal lavender, cedarwood and jasmine lead; the base of vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and oakmoss absolute dries down into a woody, earthy chypre. The overall impression is fresh, green and classic. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Most voters find it masculine and classic. Lacoste Original and Chanel Platinum Égoïste have a close profile.

Background (Eau de Toilette)

8.5

Jil Sander · 1993

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Jil Sander Background Eau de Toilette pairs a fresh opening of tarragon, lemon and bergamot with a warm floral and vanilla drydown; it is classed as a men's fragrance and has been discontinued. The top notes lean on tarragon, lemon, bergamot and lavender, with aniseed and raspberry adding a fruity edge to the green freshness. In the heart, rose, jasmine and heliotrope bring a soft, powdery floral feel, with cinnamon adding spice. The base settles into cedarwood, tonka bean and vanilla, woody and sweet. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it suits nights out and evenings, though daily wear is not far behind. Most voters read it as masculine, with classic and modern also mentioned. Perfumes with a close profile include Joop! Berlin and Joop! Joop! Homme.

Eau Pour Homme (1984) (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Giorgio Armani · 1984

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Giorgio Armani Eau Pour Homme is a fresh chypre that pairs citrus and green notes with spice and wood; it is a men's fragrance and has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, lemon, mandarin orange and green orange, a bright citrus layer that basil pushes toward green. In the heart, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove add spicy warmth, softened by lavender and jasmine. The base settles into a dry, woody footing of vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions named most often. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters call it masculine, and many also find it classic. Versace L'Homme and Rochas Eau de Rochas have a close profile.

Royal Incense / Samahram

8.0

Omanluxury · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Omanluxury Royal Incense / Samahram is a resinous, smoky and spicy men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring well behind. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, and less for office or daily wear. Most voters find it masculine. It opens with pink pepper, and lily and geranium add a floral touch in the heart. The base turns to Omani frankincense, leather, cedarwood and vetiver, with honey and amber adding sweetness and musk softening it. The result is sweet, woody and oriental.

About Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.0

Bruno Banani · 2004

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Bruno Banani About Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, fruity men's scent with a sweet, lightly spicy backdrop, and it leans towards easy daily wear; it has been discontinued. It lasts a moderate time and sits close to the skin. Most voters suggest spring and fall, with summer not far behind, and it is mostly chosen for leisure, daytime and office wear. Nearly half of voters call it masculine, and many also see it as modern. Apple and grapefruit give it a bright, fruity opening, while jasmine and lily add a soft floral touch in the middle. Amber and tonka bean sweeten the base and leave a warm, woody-oriental finish. Star Wars Empire Man and Laura Biagiotti Romamor Uomo have a close profile.

Agua Fresca Vetiver / Vetiver Hombre

7.5

Adolfo Dominguez · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Adolfo Dominguez Agua Fresca Vetiver / Vetiver Hombre is a fresh, green men's fragrance that sets bright citrus against the earthy, woody weight of vetiver. It wears at a moderate strength with moderate sillage, staying fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind, while winter lags well behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. It opens with neroli, bergamot, mandarin orange and lavender, while rhubarb and African orange blossom nudge the start towards green. Clove, lily and jasmine add a spicy, floral softness in the heart. In the dry-down, vetiver, leather, Virginia cedar and patchouli lead, with earthy notes and ambergris rounding out the base. Malizia Uomo Vetyver and Creed Original Vetiver share a close profile.

Overdose

7.6

Omanluxury · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Omanluxury Overdose is a men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days, opening with citrus and spice and drying down onto a woody base. The top notes are led by mandarin orange, lemon, bergamot, black pepper and cardamom, a fresh and spicy start. In the heart, fig, jasmine and iris add a soft floral and fruity touch. The base is dominated by patchouli, cedarwood and vetiver, rounded by sandalwood and musk. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter stays in the background. It is chosen most for daily wear and leisure, with a place at the office too. Its character reads masculine, though plenty of voters also call it modern. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Ermenegildo Zegna Z Zegna Extreme have a close profile.

The Monarch

8.3

The Dua Brand · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand The Monarch is a fresh, woody chypre built around bergamot, juniper and oakmoss, described as a men's fragrance and best suited to spring and summer days. The citrus freshness comes from bergamot, lemon and lime, while juniper, thyme and lavender add a green, spicy edge. Oakmoss, cedar and patchouli form a woody, earthy backbone, with amber and tonka bean softening the edges. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. Most see it as masculine in character. Roja Parfums Oligarch and Avapari Blue Lime have a close profile.

Boss Sport (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Hugo Boss · 1987

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Boss Sport Eau de Toilette is a fresh, fougère-style men's fragrance led by citrus and green notes; it has been discontinued, but it leans towards everyday wear. It opens with lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange, which mugwort, tagetes and juniper berry push in a green direction. In the heart, tarragon, rose, jasmine and geranium bring a floral, spicy turn. The base of musk, amber, cedar and patchouli settles it on a woody footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. It mostly reads masculine and classic. Gucci Nobile and Karl Lagerfeld Photo have a close profile.

Anvers 2

7.5

Ulrich Lang · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ulrich Lang Anvers 2 is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens on lime, bergamot and black pepper and moves toward jasmine and vetiver; it has been discontinued. The top pairs lime, bergamot, lemon and rhubarb for a bright, slightly tart start, while black pepper and cypress add a spicy, green edge. In the heart, jasmine, mimosa and lily bring a soft floral note over a woody frame of vetiver and cedarwood. The base of musk, amber, tonka bean and vanilla sweetens it and dries down powdery and warm. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter a distant fourth. Leisure, daily wear and business come up most often. Most see it as masculine. Chanel 1932 and Jil Sander Background have a close profile.

Oscar for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Oscar de la Renta · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Oscar de la Renta Oscar for Men Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance where citrus and spice sit in a fresh, green frame over a woody, resinous base; it has been discontinued. Most voters read it as masculine, and some call it classic. It leans towards spring, fall and summer, and less towards winter. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office best. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. It opens with pepper, mandarin orange, bergamot and fir resin, bright and crisp. The heart adds lily, rose, nutmeg and lavender, floral with a spicy edge. The base of sandalwood, frankincense, leather and musk dries down woody and a little smoky.

Sutton Place

7.4

Bond No. 9 · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 Sutton Place is a men's fragrance that opens fresh with blackcurrant absolute, tangerine and bergamot, then settles onto a sweet base of patchouli and leather. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and most voters read it as masculine. It starts fresh, citrusy and fruity, with pineapple and pink pepper among the top notes. The heart holds patchouli, lily and jasmine. Musk, leather, amber and vanilla in the base leave a sweet, leathery, slightly woody trail. Its profile is close to Ishtara Credo Royal and Jaguar Classic Gold.

1805 (Cologne)

7.2

Truefitt & Hill · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Truefitt & Hill 1805 is a fresh, citrusy men's cologne that leans towards spring and summer days and sits easily in the office or everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily, business and leisure wear leading the occasions. It reads mostly masculine and classic. Lemon, white honeydew melon and bergamot open it with a fruity, citrus freshness. In the heart, jasmine, rose and lily add a soft floral touch, while spices and moss pull it towards green and lightly spicy. Amberwood and musk leave a soft, woody base. Floris JF and Creed Erolfa have a close profile.

Narmar (Extrait du Parfum)

8.4

Nilafar du Nil

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nilafar du Nil Narmar Extrait du Parfum is a men's fragrance that links a fresh, citrusy opening of cardamom, clary sage and bergamot to a woody base of cedarwood, suede and tobacco. The top holds cardamom, clary sage, bergamot, juniper and lavender, so it starts green and fresh. In the heart, cashmeran, cinnamon and rose come forward, and the spice softens into sweetness. The base settles into cedarwood, suede, oakmoss, tonka bean and tobacco, where the fougère and woody character sits. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter the least chosen. Daily wear, leisure and business are the top occasions, and most voters read it as masculine, with classic and modern leanings. Korres Vetiver Root and Grès Les Signes de Grès - Extrême Pureté have a close profile.

Baoli

8.2

Farmasi

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Farmasi Baoli is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with aquatic and green accords leading and a lean towards daily wear and warm seasons. It opens with lavender, bitter orange and sage, which bring coolness and a light spiciness. In the heart, lily, green notes and fir push the scent towards green. Vetiver, amber and oakmoss finish this clean feel on an earthy base, with a creamy softness showing now and then. Longevity and sillage are rated as good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It reads clearly masculine, with a modern touch as well. Its profile is close to Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) and Calvin Klein Eternity for Men (Eau de Toilette).

From Coast to Coast

7.1

Route 66 · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Route 66 From Coast to Coast is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh, fruity opening of lemon, pineapple and green apple on a woody base of cedarwood and amber. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it may need a refresh during the day. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading and sport and office also named. It reads mostly masculine and modern. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords lead, with fruity and sweet touches alongside. Lemon, pineapple and green apple open bright, lily and lavender keep it airy in the heart, and cedarwood, amber and tonka bean settle it into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Yves Saint Laurent Y (Eau Fraîche) and Adidas Team Five (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Romance for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Ralph Lauren · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Romance for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that most voters pick for spring and summer, suited to leisure time and the office. It opens with blackcurrant, orange and lavender up front, while mandarin orange and ginger keep it bright. In the heart, rose, saffron and cardamom add a soft floral and spicy note. Vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss settle into a woody, powdery base; overall it reads green, lightly sweet and clean. Longevity and sillage are moderate: not heavy, but noticeable. After spring and summer comes fall, while winter trails well behind. It is a men's fragrance, and Penhaligon's Zizonia and Bois 1920 Agrumi Amari di Sicilia have a similar profile.

Notting Hill

7.4

English Laundry · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry Notting Hill is a men's fragrance with a clean character, where citrus and floral accords sit together in a fresh, bright way. It opens with blackcurrant, lemon and bergamot, with lime backing up that bright citrus base. In the heart, green leaves, lavender and rosemary add an herbal freshness, while geranium, rose and jasmine soften the floral side. The base settles on sandalwood, cedarwood and oakmoss, with tonka bean adding a light sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are not conclusive. It is positioned as a men's scent, and its fresh, aquatic build suits everyday wear. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Gentleman X

7.7

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur · 2014

Citrus · Floral · Green

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Gentleman X is a spicy, woody men's scent that sets ginger, juniper berry and bergamot against the warmth of red pepper and cinnamon; it has been discontinued. It opens with ginger, juniper berry, bergamot and cardamom, a citrusy, spicy freshness. In the heart, red pepper, cinnamon and pimento raise the warmth, while orchid, lily, jasmine and iris add a soft floral touch. The base of vetiver, cedar and labdanum is woody, resinous and smoky, sweetened by vanilla. Longevity is rated good and sillage is rated good too. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and its occasion votes are spread evenly across leisure, night out, business and evening. It reads masculine and classic. Annette Neuffer Tabac Santal / For Him and Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Incense have a close profile.

Riviera (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

English Laundry · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

English Laundry Riviera Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with an aquatic, lightly sweet feel that dries down soft and powdery. It opens on lime, lemon and bergamot, with cedar giving the brightness a woody footing. In the heart, mandarin orange, lavender and jasmine add a fruity-floral softness, while black pepper and nutmeg bring a little spice. The base settles into sandalwood, oakmoss and gaiac wood. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. Its fresh character suits daytime and warmer weather, and it is made for men. Perry Ellis 360° Red for Men and Zimaya Spectrum 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.

Tahitian Waters

7.3

English Laundry · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry Tahitian Waters is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with an aquatic feel softened by floral and lightly sweet touches. Grapefruit, mint and mandarin orange open it on a bright, crisp note. In the heart, lily, magnolia and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base of patchouli, amber and cedarwood closes it on a warm, woody footing, while the fruity and sweet side stays quietly behind the freshness. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. Its light, clean character suits everyday wear. Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl and Birkholz Portraits of Portofino have a close profile.