The Perfume Library

Sauvage (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Dior · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Dior Sauvage Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with a spicy, woody warmth underneath that makes it easy to wear day to day. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Most pick spring, summer and fall, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards daytime, leisure and business wear, though it is also worn for nights out. Voters mostly describe it as masculine and modern. Calabrian bergamot and Provençal lavender give it a bright start. Sichuan pepper and pink pepper add spice, while geranium brings a soft floral touch. Patchouli, vetiver, elemi resin and Ambrox build a woody, slightly sweet base with a clean, synthetic sheen.

Sauvage Parfum

7.8

Dior · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Dior Sauvage Parfum is a fresh, woody fragrance for men that pairs mandarin orange and Calabrian bergamot with lavender and Sichuan pepper. It opens with mandarin orange and bergamot, giving a bright, fruity citrus start. Lavender, Sichuan pepper and nutmeg add a spicy depth in the heart. In the base, patchouli, vanilla absolute, tonka bean and ambroxan sweeten the scent and settle it onto a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and evenings out lead the occasions, and voters mostly read it as masculine. It has a close profile to Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Wood & Wood and Versace Eros Flame.

Météore

7.8

Louis Vuitton · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Louis Vuitton Météore is a fresh, citrusy and spicy men's fragrance built around Sicilian mandarin orange, Calabrian bergamot and Sichuan pepper. It reads as a single sweep rather than a layered one: Sicilian orange and mandarin give a bright citrus face, while black pepper, pink pepper and cardamom sharpen it with dry warmth. Tunisian neroli softens the picture, and Java vetiver and nutmeg leave a faintly earthy depth behind. The aquatic and synthetic accents add a clean, cool edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. It reads masculine and modern. Dior Sauvage (Eau de Toilette) and Bvlgari Aqva Amara (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Journey Man

8.1

Amouage · 2014

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Amouage Journey Man is a spicy, sweet and smoky men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with Sichuan pepper, cardamom and bergamot in a bright spiced wave, softened by neroli and bitter orange. The heart brings juniper berry, tobacco and frankincense resin, with geraniol staying in the background. The base of leather, cypriol and tonka bean is sweet, woody and leathery, thinned a little by ambrox. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while few choose summer. It is mentioned most for evenings and nights out. Voters mostly find it masculine and classic. Roja Parfums Parfum de la Nuit and Chopard Oud Malaki have a close profile.

Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver

7.5

Hermès · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Hermès Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver is a fresh, green and earthy masculine scent that pairs bright citrus with a woody backbone. It wears with good longevity and good sillage. Most voters recommend spring, fall and summer, while winter is the least chosen. It suits daily wear, the office and leisure time, and nearly half of voters read it as masculine, with a third calling it classic. The notes read as one piece: bergamot gives the citrus freshness, Sichuan pepper adds a spicy edge, and vetiver brings the green, earthy side over a woody base. The result is dry, natural and never heavy. Rituals No. 06 Green Vetiver & Bergamot and Louis Vuitton Orage have a close profile.

First Instinct Man (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent, with a fruity sweetness and a light touch of spice, suited to everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Kiwano and gin tonic open it, giving a cool, fruity first impression. Citrus notes, Sichuan pepper and violet leaf follow in the heart, the pepper adding a slight edge without breaking the freshness. Amber and suede soften the base, leaving a sweet, somewhat synthetic finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen occasions. It reads masculine and modern. Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct Extreme and Diesel Only the Brave have a close profile.

Noir Anthracite

7.8

Tom Ford · 2017

Green · Spicy · Woody

Tom Ford Noir Anthracite is a green, spicy and woody men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with Sichuan pepper, bergamot and ginger, then moves into jasmine sambac, tuberose and galbanum. The base settles on cedarwood, patchouli, Ceylonese sandalwood and Macassar wood. A resinous, earthy, smoky woodiness sits over the green and spicy side. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with summer well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for business and daily wear. Its character reads masculine and classic. Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême and Andrea Maack Coven have a close profile.

Kokain Gold

7.8

Rammstein · 2021

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Rammstein Kokain Gold is a men's fragrance for fall and winter evenings, with citrus and spice set on a resinous, woody base; it has been discontinued. The top holds copaiba balsam, frankincense and Sichuan pepper, while citrus notes, turmeric and bitter orange make up the heart. A sweet accord softens the spicy, citrusy side. In the base, ambergris, poivrol and Madagascan vetiver pull the scent towards earthy, smoky and slightly leathery ground. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is mentioned most for evenings and nights out. Masculine is the character voted most often. Olfactive Studio Woody Mood and House of Orpheus 93 have a close profile.

Emporio Armani - Diamonds for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Giorgio Armani · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani - Diamonds for Men Eau de Toilette is a modern men's scent that opens fresh and citrusy, then softens into spice, cocoa and wood. It starts with bergamot, lemon and Sichuan pepper, where the bright citrus carries a light spicy warmth. In the heart, cedar and cocoa bean sweeten it and add a gourmand softness. Ambrox, gaiac wood and vetiver set a woody base underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though it also wears easily in summer. It suits leisure time, nights out, daily use and the office, and most voters read it as masculine. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette) and Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani - Diamonds for Men Black Carat have a close profile.

Cool Water Wave for Men

7.2

Davidoff · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Davidoff Cool Water Wave for Men is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days and relaxed everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it neither dominates a room nor disappears quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and sport lead the occasions. Most see it as masculine and modern. Zara Teahupoo and Honoré Payan Indigo have a close profile. It opens with Sichuan pepper, marine notes and grapefruit, a salty, citrusy start. In the heart, birch leaf, orange blossom and juniper add a green, lightly spicy line. Patchouli and sandalwood in the base give it a woody footing without weighing it down.

Lempicka Green Lover

7.7

Lolita Lempicka · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Lolita Lempicka Lempicka Green Lover is a fresh, green and citrusy men's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer, for daily and leisure wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. It also works for the office, while evening and night-out wear get fewer votes. Voters split between masculine and feminine, with a modern character also standing out. It opens with Italian mandarin orange and Sichuan pepper, a bright citrus with a light spice. In the heart, juniper berry and peppermint add a cool, green edge. The base of musk and Bourbon vanilla settles into a creamy, sweet softness. Perris Monte Carlo Arancia di Sicilia and L'Erbolario Rabarbaro have a close profile.

Sealight

8.3

MAD Parfumeur · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

MAD Parfumeur Sealight is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that suits summer and spring days. It opens with lemon, grapefruit and mandarin orange, sharpened by ginger and Sichuan pepper, while apple and pineapple add a fruity brightness. White blossoms and freesia soften the heart, and vetiver, cedarwood and sandalwood build a woody base underneath. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear, work and sport. Voters mostly find it masculine and modern. Creed Aventus Cologne and Jimmy Choo Man Ice have a close profile.

Sculpture Homme God's Night

7.4

Nikos · 2016

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Nikos Sculpture Homme God's Night is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening with a sweet, gourmand and spicy body; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards leisure time and evenings out, and it is also worn at work. Most voters read it as masculine. The top opens with Sichuan pepper, cardamom and mandarin orange, so spice meets bright citrus. In the heart, fig and vetiver set the fruity sweetness on a woody footing. The base of musk and vanilla softens and sweetens as it dries.

ManRose

8.0

Etro · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etro ManRose is a woody floral that opens a rose with fresh citrus and spice over a smoky, resinous base; it is classed as a men's fragrance and suits evenings and leisure time. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Most pick spring and fall, with summer and winter trailing behind. Evening, leisure and nights out come first. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number call it feminine. Calabrian bergamot, cardamom and Sichuan pepper give a fresh, spicy opening, joined by elemi resin. The heart brings Turkish rose, geranium and frankincense forward. In the base, vetiver, leather, patchouli and amber set a woody, smoky ground. Gini Ikigai and Roja Parfums Goodman's have a close profile.

Terra

8.1

Rayhaan · 2025

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Rayhaan Terra is a men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings, opening with citrus before settling into a sweet, spicy and resinous depth. It starts fresh and spicy with bergamot, lemon and cardamom, then moves to a heart where saffron, orange blossom and patchouli lead. In the base, amber, vanilla, oud and frankincense weigh in, and it dries down sweet, creamy, smoky and earthy. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. Voters read it as clearly masculine and modern. Amouage Outlands and The Dua Brand Lands of the Unknown have a close profile.

Sauvage Very Cool Spray

7.9

Dior · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Dior Sauvage Very Cool Spray is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. A crowd of citrus leads the scent: Calabrian bergamot and grapefruit bring brightness, while Sichuan pepper and pink pepper add a spicy edge. Provençal lavender and geranium lend a green coolness, and patchouli, vetiver, elemi resin and ambrox build a woody, slightly sweet foundation. The overall impression is fruity, sweet and a little synthetic. Most voters recommend summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and sport leading the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters call it masculine. Dior Sauvage (Eau de Toilette) and Real Time Wild Action have a close profile.

Eternity for Men Aromatic Essence

6.8

Calvin Klein · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Calvin Klein Eternity for Men Aromatic Essence is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with lemon, juniper berry and Sichuan pepper, bright and lightly spicy. In the heart, coconut and Provençal lavender soften it and add a creamy sweetness. The base rests on patchouli, Virginia cedar and Guatemala cardamom, giving it a woody footing, with fruity and synthetic tones in the mix. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear and leisure are the most common occasions. Voters mostly find it masculine and modern.

L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Solar Lavender

7.1

Issey Miyake · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Solar Lavender is a fresh, citrusy masculine scent that sets lavender against spice and wood, and it suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays with you through the day without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings named most often. Many describe it as masculine and modern. It opens with the spicy bite of Sichuan pepper. In the heart, Provençal lavender brings a floral, fresh note, and cedarwood in the base settles it onto a dry, woody footing. Montale Intense Pepper and Cartier Déclaration Haute Fraîcheur have a close profile.

First Instinct Extreme

7.4

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct Extreme is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that sets the chill of kiwano and gin tonic against a warm base of amber and suede; it has been discontinued. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind. Daily wear and leisure lead, though evenings and nights out work too. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. It opens with kiwano and gin tonic, giving a fruity, icy freshness. The heart of citrus notes, Sichuan pepper and violet leaf adds a spicy, lightly floral middle. Amber and suede in the base sweeten and soften it. The overall feel is fresh, sweet and a little synthetic; Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct Man and Zara W/End till 3:00 AM have a close profile.

Obsessed for Men (Eau de Toilette)

5.6

Calvin Klein · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Men Eau de Toilette is a sweet, woody scent for men that ties black cardamom and Sichuan pepper to blond leather and patchouli. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it is worn mainly for leisure, daily use and the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close without filling a room. Most voters find it masculine, with a share calling it modern. It opens with black cardamom, Sichuan pepper and sweetie, spicy with a light fruity edge. Blond leather, labdanum and cedar leaf give the heart a woody body. Patchouli, ambrox and vanilla sweeten the base as it dries; the overall impression is fresh, sweet and slightly synthetic.

W/End till 3:00 AM

7.2

Zara · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara W/End till 3:00 AM is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, with a fruity sweetness and a little spice that suits an easy move from day into night. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close without pushing itself on a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. Leisure and daily wear lead, and it fits the office too. Most voters read it as masculine, and many call it modern. It opens bright and fruity with calamondin, Calabrian bergamot and pineapple. In the heart, lavender, Sichuan pepper and violet leaf turn that freshness floral and lightly spicy. Oakmoss, amber and cedarwood settle it onto a woody base.

Blue in Green

8.4

Annette Neuffer · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Annette Neuffer Blue in Green is a fresh, citrusy and green fragrance with spicy and woody touches, made for men and best suited to spring and summer days. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters mostly call it masculine, though a good number find it feminine. The top is bright with mandarin orange, lime, bergamot zest and Sichuan pepper, while rosemary and clary sage carry the green side. In the heart, osmanthus, Florentine iris and white lotus absolute add a soft floral note. The base settles on vetiver, Mysore sandalwood and tonka bean, giving a woody, lightly sweet finish.

CH Men Sport

6.8

Carolina Herrera · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Carolina Herrera CH Men Sport is a fresh, masculine scent that pairs citrus and marine notes with spice and wood; it has been discontinued, but it suits daily and leisure wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and the character is mostly voted masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, grapefruit and sage, giving a bright citrus feel. In the heart, marine notes, juniper and Sichuan pepper add an aquatic side sharpened by spice. The base of vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss sets it on a woody footing, while a touch of sweetness softens the freshness. Calvin Klein Escape for Men and Davidoff Cool Water Wave for Men have a close profile.

Open Road

7.3

Coach · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Coach Open Road is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with an aquatic edge, suited to daily wear and the warmer months of spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: present, but not heavy. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn a smaller share. Daily, leisure and business settings lead, and it can work for sport too. Most see its character as masculine and modern. It opens with Sichuan pepper, Primofiore lemon and red apple, a mix of spice, sharp citrus and fruity freshness. Clary sage and lavender soften the heart. Vetiver, cedar and patchouli ground it in a woody base. Armaf Ventana and Bvlgari Aqva pour Homme Atlantiqve have a close profile.