The Perfume Library

113 perfumes

Legend (Eau de Toilette)

Montblanc · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Montblanc Legend Eau de Toilette is a fresh, lightly sweet men's fragrance that opens with bergamot, lavender and citrus fruits. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind and winter well back. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most voted occasions. Just over half call it masculine, and some find it modern. The fresh, citrus accord leads, with an aquatic and fruity feel. In the heart, white cedar, rose and jasmine pull it toward a woody line. In the base, tonka bean and sandalwood soften it and add sweetness. The Voice The Voice Men Silver and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

CK In2U for Him (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Calvin Klein · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein CK In2U for Him Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, daily and relaxed wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with pomelo leaf, gin fizz and Minneola tangelo, giving a citrus, green and fruity freshness. In the heart, cocoa, shiso leaf and pimento sweeten that freshness and soften it with spice. Vetiver, white cedar and musk settle the dry-down onto a woody base, with an aquatic, synthetic touch running through. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits anyone who wants something light that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daytime, leisure and office wear; it reads masculine and modern to most. Calvin Klein Crave and Hugo Boss Elements Aqua share a close profile.

Legend Intense

7.4

Montblanc · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Montblanc Legend Intense is a fresh, fruity scent for men that opens on bergamot and pineapple and settles into a sweet, woody base; it has been discontinued. Bergamot and pineapple give a bright citrus start. The heart brings red apple, cardamom and jasmine, so the fruity sweetness meets a floral, spicy touch. Tonka bean, oakmoss and white cedar ground it in a woody, sweet base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. It reads masculine and modern. Maison Alhambra Expose Intense and Armaf Derby Club House Gold have a close profile.

Potion Blue Cadet

6.7

Dsquared² · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Riviera

7.7

Façonnable · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Façonnable Riviera is a fresh, green men's scent led by citrus and aquatic accords, suited to spring and summer days and daytime wear. Most voters pick it for spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business settings come up most. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate; most see it as masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. It opens with frankincense, Italian mandarin orange and grapefruit, bright and cool. The heart of red apple, nutmeg and eucalyptus balances fruity, spicy and green tones. The base of leather, gaiac wood, white cedar and patchouli leaves a woody footing. Tumi Awaken Distilled and Benetton Be Strong have a close profile.

HiM (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Hanae Mori · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Hanae Mori HiM Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter, opening fresh and settling into a sweet, spicy woodiness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while evening, daily wear and the office are all named in similar measure. Most see it as masculine, and a good share call it modern. It opens fresh with mandarin orange, bergamot and violet leaf, with pepper and cardamom adding spice. In the heart, tonka bean and cinnamon sweeten it, and fig wood brings a creamy softness. The base of musk, amber, white cedar and teakwood leaves a woody, resinous finish.

Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Vert

5.6

Lacoste · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lacoste Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Vert is a fresh, green, citrus-led men's fragrance that reads as an easy, casual everyday scent. It opens with grapefruit, Italian bergamot, melon and ozone, with vervain adding a green edge to the coolness. The heart brings birch leaf, fig, thyme and cardamom, while iris and violet leaf soften the floral side. In the base, teakwood, sandalwood and white cedar dry down, and ambergris rounds off the aquatic feel. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and office use lead the occasions. Most find it masculine. Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Zara Rio de Janeiro have a close profile.

The Remarkable Success of Mr Harrod

7.2

Penhaligon's · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Penhaligon's The Remarkable Success of Mr Harrod is a men's fragrance for fall and winter evenings, its sweet, spicy side grounded in woods. It opens on cinnamon, raspberry and plum, which give a fruity, gourmand sweetness. In the heart, white cedar, ambergris and jasmine pull that sweetness toward wood and flowers. The base of patchouli, tobacco absolute, cashmeran and oud closes it warm and dense. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter; evening and night out lead the occasions, while leisure and business also get votes. Most see it as masculine. Hanae Mori Hanae and La Collina Toscana Corte Belfiore have a close profile.

Story Blue

6.1

Jacques Bogart

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jacques Bogart Story Blue is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh citrus bite of lemon and grapefruit against a woody base of white cedar. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn a distant third and winter barely chosen. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and sport, and it also works in an office setting. The scent as a whole is fresh and aquatic. Lemon and grapefruit give it a citrusy, lightly fruity lift, while white cedar keeps it grounded with a woody line. Sweet and spicy touches stay in the background, and a slightly synthetic sheen runs through it. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Tonic and DKNY Be Delicious Charmingly Delicious have a close profile.

Aqva pour Homme Marine Toniq

6.8

Bvlgari · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Bvlgari Aqva pour Homme Marine Toniq is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards summer and spring days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and the occasions it suits best are daily and leisure wear, with sport and business close behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. It reads as masculine. Pear and grapefruit open it bright and juicy. In the heart, Neptune grass and an ice accord keep things cool and aquatic. Sandalwood and white cedar settle underneath as a woody base. Alongside the citrus and aquatic accords, there is a slightly synthetic texture. Dior Dior Homme Sport Very Cool Spray and Marc Gebauer Cocoon have a close profile.

Regatta

7.6

Façonnable · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Façonnable Regatta is a fresh, green men's fragrance built on citrus and sea air, suited to daytime, relaxed and sporty moments. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Voters pick it most for daily wear, sport and leisure; it also fits the office, while evenings and nights out come second. It reads masculine. It opens with ginger, bergamot and mandarin orange for a bright citrus lift. The heart brings neroli, marine notes and cardamom, an aquatic, lightly spicy turn. In the base, white cedar, sandalwood, oakmoss and musk settle it onto a soft, woody footing. Spirit of Man Marine and Montblanc Starwalker have a close profile.

Alcazar (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Ted Lapidus · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ted Lapidus Alcazar Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits leisure and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with nutmeg, Spanish lemon and petitgrain, where citrus brightness meets spice. Lavender, orange blossom and rosemary form a floral, herbal heart. Tonka bean sweetens the base, while leather and white cedar give it a powdery, woody footing. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the vote counts are small, so these ratings are best read with caution. Voters lean mostly towards leisure and daily wear, with evening, night out and business also getting votes. It reads masculine. Gucci Première and Curve Black have a close profile.

Derby Club House Gold

6.2

Armaf

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Éclat de Cuivre

8.3

Zilli · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zilli Éclat de Cuivre opens with frankincense, Italian bergamot and grapefruit and settles into patchouli and white amber, a fresh, spicy fragrance made for men. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters score longevity high, though the number of votes is small. It reads as a masculine fragrance. Citrus and green notes keep it fresh, while cardamom and Provençal lavender add a spicy streak in the heart. The base of vanilla, tolu balm and white cedar turns sweet, creamy and woody, with frankincense and elemi resin lending a lightly smoky, resinous air.

Eryo Blue

6.2

Yves Rocher · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Yves Rocher Eryo Blue is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. These ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Bergamot sits on top, with mint and rosemary in the heart. The base holds patchouli, white cedar and costus. A fresh, green opening settles into a woody, resinous base with a spicy edge. Carthusia A'mmare (Eau de Parfum) and Azzaro Chrome Intense have a close profile.

Golf

6.2

Tuttotondo · 2017

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Tuttotondo Golf is a fresh, green and aquatic men's scent built around nutmeg, ivy and bergamot. It opens with the spicy warmth of nutmeg meeting the green, bright feel of ivy and bergamot. In the heart, white cedar and iris add a woody, lightly powdery body. The base settles on cistus, patchouli and cashmere wood, giving it an earthy footing, and a synthetic edge runs through the accords. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so that reading is tentative. Marketed as a men's fragrance, Golf has a profile close to Zara Coastal Salty Forest and Louis Vuitton Orage.

VG V

7.8

Van Gils

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Van Gils VG V is a woody, spicy men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green character with a fruity sweetness. The top notes are blood orange and coriander, giving a bright, lightly spiced and fruity start. In the heart, white cedar, lavender and peach blossom build a woody, green core. The base of vanilla, moss, Brazilian rosewood and amber sweetens and softens the whole. Its longevity is rated good. It is made for men, and its fresh build suits everyday wear. The rating is high, though based on few votes. Its profile is close to CinisLabs Aether and Gisada Ambassador for Men.

Signature

7.2

Jeanne Arthes

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Jeanne Arthes Signature is a men's fragrance that pairs citrus and fruity sweetness with a powdery, woody backbone. It opens with pear, clary sage and bergamot, so the first impression is bright, lightly fruity and citrusy. In the heart, lavender, orange tree wood and tonka bean take over: the clean lavender softens against the tonka, adding a creamy, sweet feel. The base of white cedar, ambergris and gourmand notes settles the woody, powdery side into a sugary warmth. Floral and synthetic accents run through the whole composition. Its profile is close to Ariana Grande Cloud (Eau de Parfum) and Robert Piguet Petit Fracas.