The Perfume Library

37 perfumes

Sartorial

Penhaligon's · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Green

Penhaligon's Sartorial is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that opens with black pepper, cardamom and violet leaf over a metallic, ozonic edge, then softens into leather, lavender and beeswax. The opening is peppery and bright: ginger and cardamom sit beside aldehydes and metallic notes. The heart turns green and powdery with lavender, leather and beeswax. The base adds sweetness through vanilla, honey and amber, while cedarwood, patchouli and oakmoss give it a woody, earthy floor. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Fall comes first, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards business and daily wear. Most voters find it masculine, and many call it classic. Azzaro pour Homme and Mancera Deep Forest have a close profile.

Hugo Red (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Hugo Boss · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Hugo Red Eau de Toilette is a men's scent that most voters place in spring and summer, and in relaxed leisure and everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it sits quietly at the office or after sport. Winter is the least chosen season, and voters read it as masculine and modern. The character is fresh, citrusy and fruity. The top holds galbanum, pink pepper and grapefruit; the heart brings metallic notes, pineapple, rhubarb and cedar. In the base, karanal, tonka bean and amber sweeten it and settle it onto a woody footing. Alfa Romeo Red and Le Couvent Aqua Amantia have a close profile.

Desert Sultan Sapphire

7.5

Ard Al Zaafaran

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ard Al Zaafaran Desert Sultan Sapphire is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that sets its bright opening against the warmth of oud and amber. Most voters find its longevity and sillage good. It leans towards spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. In character votes the masculine reading comes first, followed by modern. Metallic notes and geranium open it, with grapefruit in the heart, giving an aquatic, fruity freshness. The base of oud, amber, gaiac wood, frankincense and musk settles it into a woody, spicy, slightly sweet warmth.

This Is Really Him!

7.2

Zadig & Voltaire · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Really Him! is a fresh, citrusy scent for men, opening on lemon and grapefruit and resting on a woody base of Palo Santo and amberwood. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick fall and spring, with summer close behind, and it is rated for daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters mostly call its character masculine and modern. Lemon and grapefruit give the top a bright, sharp lift. In the heart, metallic notes and orange blossom sweeten it while keeping a crisp, synthetic edge. Palo Santo and amberwood settle underneath as a dry, slightly spicy wood. Marc Jacobs Bang Bang and Jacques Bogart Story Blue have a close profile.

Excite (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Axe · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Axe Excite Eau de Toilette is a gourmand men's fragrance where fresh and sweet accords sit side by side, and it suits leisure time and everyday wear. The top opens fresh with aquatic notes, citrus notes, green leaves and pear. In the heart, caramel, coconut and marshmallow bring sweetness, while black pepper and ginger add a spicy edge. The base settles on hazelnut, vanilla, amber and cedarwood, a soft, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters place it mostly in spring, fall and winter, with leisure and daily use leading the occasions. Most describe it as masculine and modern. Gianfranco Ferré L'Uomo and Jaguar Stance have a close profile.

Hummer

6.4

Hummer · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Hummer Hummer is a men's fragrance that opens fresh and green with thyme, pepper and cardamom, then moves towards a leathery, woody base. The top is fresh notes, leaf green, thyme, pepper and cardamom, with citrus and green accords leading and a fruity, sweet edge alongside. In the heart, tonka bean and metallic notes add a synthetic brightness. The base of leather, sandalwood, amber and patchouli settles it into a spicy, woody, leathery finish. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, while autumn and winter trail behind. It is most often chosen for leisure and daily wear, with business and sport also getting votes. Longevity and projection are rated weak, though the sample is small. Aigner Aigner pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Baldessarini Signature have a close profile.

Fueled / Fueled Up

7.9

CinisLabs

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

CinisLabs Fueled / Fueled Up pairs metallic notes, fuel and lubricating oil with sandalwood and spices, a sweet, synthetic scent made for men. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base: metallic notes, fuel and lubricating oil give it a workshop edge, while pepper and spices sharpen it. Sandalwood, rosewood and vetiver build a woody floor, and musk softens it. Sweet, synthetic, spicy and woody accords lead, with animal, resinous and leathery tones sitting behind. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, though spring and summer still draw a fair share. Leisure, evening and night out lead the occasions, and business wear gets the fewest votes. Rammstein Gasolin and Maison Margiela Ideal One have a close profile.

Moonstone Bleu

7.3

French Avenue · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

French Avenue Moonstone Bleu is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh, spicy opening of black pepper, cardamom and violet leaf against a sweet, creamy base of vanilla, honey and amber. The top is cool, with aldehydes, metallic notes and aquatic notes, while black pepper and cardamom add spice. In the heart, lavender, leather and beeswax lead, with cyclamen and lime staying in the background. As it dries down, vanilla, honey and amber sweeten it, and oakmoss, patchouli and cedar give it a woody, powdery footing. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, and they view its value for money favourably. It reads as masculine. Penhaligon's Sartorial and LPDO Bois Intense have a close profile.

Aviation Club

8.0

Monsillage

Fresh · Floral · Green

Monsillage Aviation Club is a fresh, green men's scent roughened by leather, tobacco and a smoky edge, suited to spring and autumn, work and daily wear. The notes are amber, metallic notes, leather, green notes, coffee, tobacco and woody notes, all sitting together. The fresh, green side sets a crisp ground, while leather and tobacco add a dry, smoky depth. The spicy and resinous accords warm it a little further. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and business, daily and leisure wear lead the occasions. Its character reads mostly masculine and classic. Adam Bruyère and Aramis Havana (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

AB (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Fine

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Fine AB Eau de Toilette is a fresh, sweet fragrance for men that pairs metallic notes and tonic water with a softer leather and cream. The scent is a cool, metallic freshness, with tonic water keeping it bright. Leather and cream add a soft, powdery texture. Fresh and sweet accords lead, spicy and synthetic tones stay in the background, and the fougère character shapes the overall feel. Longevity and projection are rated moderate, though the number of ratings is small. It reads masculine. Fine American Blend (After Shave) and Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Metallic Musk have a close profile.

Aqua Platinum

7.0

Masakï Matsushïma · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Masakï Matsushïma Aqua Platinum is a fresh men's fragrance that sets a cool, sharp opening of metallic notes, cardamom and pepper against the citrus of yuzu and grapefruit; it has been discontinued. The top is metallic notes, cardamom and pepper, while the heart of yuzu, grapefruit and mint brightens and cools the scent. Cedar, cashmere wood and orris root soften it in the base. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and aquatic, with green and fruity touches over a light floral and woody backdrop. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, then sport and the office, and less often at night or in the evening. Marketed as a men's scent, it has a profile close to Burberry Summer for Men and Kenzo L'Eau par Kenzo pour Homme.

Fahad Gaze / فهد Gaze

7.6

Arabiyat Prestige · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Arabiyat Prestige Fahad Gaze is a masculine scent that sets a sweet, floral and spicy character on a woody, smoky base. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is more a first impression than a settled verdict. With no season or occasion votes, it is hard to say when it suits best. It opens with spicy notes, metallic notes and elemi resin. The heart holds frankincense, orange blossom, vanilla liqueur and patchouli, with the floral side sweetened by vanilla. The base rests on ambergris, moss and vanilla. Powdery, creamy and earthy shades run through it, along with animal and synthetic accords.

American Blend (After Shave)

8.6

Fine

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

After Shave

Fine American Blend After Shave is a fresh, creamy aftershave for men, with floral and spicy touches and a leathery streak running through it. The scent reads as one piece rather than a progression: metallic notes and tonic water bring a cool, clean brightness, while cream softens that edge into something smooth and comfortable on the skin. Leather stays in the background and adds an earthy, slightly dry depth. The floral and spicy accords never take over, sitting quietly beneath the fresh air of the whole. The overall impression is a plain, masculine, barbershop-like blend that is clean and lightly creamy. Fine AB (Eau de Toilette) and Hermès Galop d'Hermès have a close profile.