The Perfume Library

G-man (Eau de Cologne)

7.6

Gainsboro · 1971

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Cologne

Gainsboro G-man Eau de Cologne is a classic-leaning masculine scent that links a fresh opening of neroli, lavender and lemon to a smoky, woody base of vetiver, patchouli and leather. The top pairs neroli, lavender, lemon and bergamot for a citrus freshness, sharpened by clary sage and aldehydes. The heart of angelica, geranium and frankincense turns floral and green. In the base, vetiver, leather and patchouli lead, with moss and sandalwood leaving a chypre, woody finish. Half of the voters read it as masculine, and a third call it classic. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, though winter and summer also get votes. Leisure, daily wear and business come out on top. Henry M. Betrix City and Lanvin for Men have a close profile.

John Varvatos

7.5

John Varvatos · 2004

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

John Varvatos by John Varvatos is a fresh, sweet and spicy men's fragrance built around date, herbs and vanilla. It opens with date, tamarind leaf and herbs, then moves into a spicy, green heart of ajowan, clary sage and coriander seed. The base is led by vanilla, oud, amber and black leather, so the fresh, fruity start settles into a woody, leathery warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, with summer well behind. Daily wear, office and leisure are favoured equally, while evening and night out trail slightly. Most voters find its character masculine.

Dior Homme Sport (2017)

7.3

Dior · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Dior Homme Sport is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, light enough for the gym or an easy daytime outing. It opens with pear, grapefruit, citron and blood orange, a fruity, slightly sweet brightness. In the heart, elemi resin, pink pepper and nutmeg add spice. Sandalwood and Haitian vetiver ground it in a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure, sport and the office lead the occasions. It reads as masculine and modern. Dior Homme Sport Very Cool Spray and Dior Sauvage Very Cool Spray have a close profile.

Powerful Black

7.6

Câline · 2023

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Câline Powerful Black is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that sets ginger, lavender and leather on a sweet tonka bean base. Ginger opens with a lively, spicy lift. In the heart, maninka fruit brings a fruity sweetness while lavender adds a fresh, aromatic edge. Leather and tonka bean form the base, and the scent dries down woody, leathery and softly sweet. A synthetic facet also runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and reads masculine. Hugo Boss The Scent for Him and Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Men have a close profile.

Morning Chess (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Vilhelm Parfumerie · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Vilhelm Parfumerie Morning Chess Eau de Parfum is a masculine scent that sets a citrusy, green freshness against a leathery, smoky texture, and suits spring and autumn days. It opens with bergamot, bringing a citrus lift with a faint fruity edge. In the heart, Tuscan leather and galbanum take over: the leather meets the sharp green galbanum and gives the scent a smoky, earthy feel. Patchouli and black amber settle underneath, leaving a woody, sweet and slightly spicy warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and leisure and business settings lead, with evening wear also possible. It reads masculine. Nishane Hacivat and Vilhelm Parfumerie Dear Polly have a close profile.

Ultraviolet Man (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Rabanne · 2001

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Rabanne Ultraviolet Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's scent built around Italian mint and Russian coriander, leaning towards spring, fall and daily wear. Italian mint and Russian coriander open it, with black pepper and ambergris in the heart. Patchouli and crystallised moss form the base. The fresh, green character is softened by fruity, sweet and spicy touches over a woody, powdery foundation. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it suits leisure and daytime wear. Most voters find it masculine and modern.

La Nuit de L'Homme L'Intense

7.8

Yves Saint Laurent · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme L'Intense is a sweet, powdery and spicy men's fragrance built on violet leaf, orris concrete, and a base of patchouli, tonka bean and vanilla. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring comes second, and summer gets very few votes. It leans towards night out and evening wear, though it also finds a place at work and for daily use. It reads masculine, and many voters also call it modern. It opens with violet leaf and orris concrete, giving a floral, powdery feel. Patchouli then lays a woody base, while tonka bean and vanilla sweeten it into a gourmand, oriental warmth. A spicy edge keeps the sweetness in check.

Bvlgari Man Terrae Essence

7.2

Bvlgari · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Bvlgari Man Terrae Essence is a woody men's fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with earth, resin and a touch of smoke, leaning towards leisure and evening wear. It opens with bright, tart Calabrian citron and calamondin. In the heart, orris concrete and vetiver turn the scent drier and earthier. The base of styrax and earthy notes builds a resinous, lightly smoky floor, softened by sweet and spicy tones. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter a step behind, and leisure and evening are the favoured occasions. It reads masculine and classic. Santa Maria Novella Nostalgia and Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey have a close profile.

La Nuit de L'Homme Frozen Cologne

8.1

Yves Saint Laurent · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme Frozen Cologne is a fresh men's scent that sets bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon over a base of vetiver and cashmere wood; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter chosen least. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. About half of voters read it as masculine, and a good share call it modern. Citrus comes first, then geranium and black pepper add a light spicy, floral touch. The base of vetiver, cashmere wood, cedar and tonka bean is woody, with the tonka sweetening it slightly. The overall feel is fresh, clean and a little fruity.

Armani Code (2023) (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Giorgio Armani · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Giorgio Armani Armani Code is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance built on green mandarin orange, Provençal lavender and cedarwood. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it sits close without disappearing. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, office and leisure lead the occasions. It reads masculine and modern. Armani Code (2021) (Eau de Parfum) and Chanel Allure Homme Édition Blanche (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile. It opens with the fresh, citrusy lift of green mandarin orange, and Provençal lavender adds a spicy edge in the heart. In the base, tonka bean absolute sweetens it and brings a creamy softness, while cedarwood supplies a woody footing.

Danger pour Homme (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Roja Parfums · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Roja Parfums Danger pour Homme Eau de Parfum is a spicy fougère that opens on lemon, lavender and bergamot, carries jasmine and violet in the heart, and turns sweeter towards vanilla and tonka bean. The top of lemon, lavender, bergamot and tarragon is fresh and sharp. In the heart, Grasse jasmine and violet bring a floral, powdery softness. The base of oakmoss, leather, vetiver, cumin and clove sets a dry, woody foundation, which vanilla and tonka bean sweeten. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring; evening and night-out wear lead, though business and daily wear also suit it. It reads masculine and classic. Roja Parfums Danger Parfum Cologne and The Dua Brand Lethal have a close profile.

Forever Wanted Elixir

7.7

Azzaro · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Azzaro Forever Wanted Elixir is a men's fragrance built on cardamom, leather and raspberry, where a fruity sweetness is tempered by spice. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring comes third, and summer is far behind. It gets the most votes for evenings and nights out, and voters call it masculine and modern. Raspberry gives the scent a fruity sweetness, cardamom adds a spicy edge, and leather lays down a leathery, woody base. There is also a synthetic side among the accords. The overall impression is sweet, spicy and warm. L'Artisan Parfumeur Cuir Grenat and Odyon Atomic Leather have a close profile.

Vetiver (Parfum)

8.4

Roja Parfums · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Roja Parfums Vetiver opens with bright bergamot, lemon and Litsea cubeba, then settles into a dry, earthy vetiver and cedar base, a masculine chypre. Citrus leads the top, while cistus, jasmine and May rose soften that freshness in the heart. The base is dominated by vetiver, cedar and oakmoss, with pepper and nutmeg adding spice. The overall impression is fresh, green and woody. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards work and leisure wear. It reads masculine and classic. Roja Parfums Vetiver Parfum Cologne and Detaille Escrimeur have a close profile.

A*Men Ultra Zest

7.7

Mugler · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Mugler A*Men Ultra Zest sets a fresh, fruity citrus character over a sweet, gourmand base, and it suits men who want an easy scent for leisure and everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer next and winter getting the smallest share. Leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, though evening and night out follow close behind. Voters mostly read it as masculine and modern. It has been discontinued. Tangerine, blood orange, mint and ginger give it a bright opening. Black pepper, cinnamon and coffee bring a spicy warmth in the heart. Patchouli, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten and soften the base.

Le Mâle Eau Fraîche Popeye Edition

7.7

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Eau Fraîche Popeye Edition is a fresh men's fragrance that most voters pick for spring and summer, leaning towards daily and leisure wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily use, with business and sport not far behind. It reads masculine and modern. It opens with mint, neroli and aldehydes, giving a bright, citrusy freshness, while sclarene and sage add a green touch in the heart. In the base, tonka bean, sandalwood and vanilla sweeten it and settle it onto a creamy, woody footing. Aquatic and fruity facets run through the blend.

Invictus Aqua (2016)

7.5

Rabanne · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rabanne Invictus Aqua is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with grapefruit zest, yuzu zest and pink pepper, then marine notes and violet leaf give it a cool, aquatic heart. Ambergris, gaiac wood and woods set a woody base underneath. Fruity and sweet accords soften the edges, and a synthetic sheen runs through it. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and sport best. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and it reads masculine and modern. Rabanne Invictus Aqua (2018) and Armaf Sapphire have a close profile.

Odyssey Homme

8.0

Armaf

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Armaf Odyssey Homme opens with mandarin orange, cardamom and neroli and settles into a sweet gourmand base of vanilla, sandalwood and amber, made for men. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out; spring works too, while summer is the least chosen season. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters call it masculine, though a good number find it modern. Mandarin orange and cardamom give the opening a bright, spicy lift, with neroli softening it. Orange blossom and rose add a floral turn in the heart. Vanilla, amber, sandalwood and woody notes take over in the base, leaving a sweet, creamy, powdery finish.

Lavande Poivre Noir / L'Occitan / Eau de L'Occitan

7.7

L'Occitane en Provence · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Occitane en Provence Lavande Poivre Noir / L'Occitan / Eau de L'Occitan is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance built around lavender, black pepper and cedarwood. Lavender leads, black pepper adds a dry spiced edge in the heart, and cedarwood settles into a woody base. The scent reads fresh and green, with floral touches softening it while earthy and smoky details give it a slightly rugged streak. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with summer and winter further behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters call its character masculine and classic. Avon Life for Him by Kenzo Takada and Taylor of Old Bond Street Luxury Lavender Water have a close profile.

Acqua di Giò Elixir

7.6

Giorgio Armani · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Elixir is a masculine aquatic fragrance that sets the freshness of nutmeg, bergamot and green mandarin orange against violet leaf and a firm leather base. It opens with nutmeg, bergamot and green mandarin orange, giving a citrusy, lightly spicy freshness. In the heart, violet leaf absolute and calone bring a green, watery air. The base of Guatemala patchouly and leather sets a woody, leathery ground that makes the scent deeper and more grown-up. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office, and it reads masculine and modern. Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Sport and Memo Paris Ocean Leather have a close profile.

Joop! Homme Le Parfum

6.8

Joop! · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Joop! Homme Le Parfum is a sweet, powdery men's scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Iris, lavender, tonka bean, vanilla and praliné sit together here. Within a floral and spicy frame, the sweet, creamy, gourmand side wins out, and a fruity touch softens the whole. There is a synthetic sheen as well. Most voters pick winter and fall, and summer is barely chosen. It leans towards nights out and evenings, with office wear well behind. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. Zara Red Vanilla and Rabanne Ultrared Man have a close profile.

Artisan Blu

7.4

John Varvatos · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Varvatos Artisan Blu is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, bitter orange, basil and French lavender, with chayote adding a cool edge. Florentine iris and orange blossom absolute turn the heart floral, while cedarwood and patchouli lay a woody base underneath. Aquatic and fruity touches and a light spiciness round it out. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters pick summer and spring. It leans towards daily wear, leisure, sport and the office, and less towards evening or nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. Creed Royal Water and Creed Silver Mountain Water have a close profile.

Club de Nuit Urban Man Elixir

7.9

Armaf · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Armaf Club de Nuit Urban Man Elixir is a fresh, citrusy and spicy men's fragrance, led by bergamot, pink pepper and saffron. It opens with bergamot and pink pepper, softened by jasmine and orange blossom. In the heart, vetiver, saffron and lavender take over. Patchouli, cedar, amber and ambroxan settle it onto a woody, sweet base, with a fruity side that stays noticeable throughout. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It is worn from daily and leisure use to nights out, and most voters call it masculine and modern. Armaf Magnificent pour Homme Blu and Armaf Hunter Intense have a close profile.

Boss in Motion (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Hugo Boss · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Boss in Motion Eau de Toilette is a fresh, slightly sweet men's fragrance that pairs bright bergamot and orange with cinnamon and cardamom. It opens with bergamot, orange, basil and violet leaf, giving a citrusy, lightly green freshness. In the heart, cinnamon, pink pepper, cardamom and nutmeg add a spicy warmth and sweeten it a little. Vetiver, musk and sandalwood settle into a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading and office use close behind. It is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette) and Lacoste Pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Habit Rouge Parfum

8.0

Guerlain · 2024

Citrus · Sweet · Gourmand

Guerlain Habit Rouge Parfum is a sweet, spicy fragrance for men that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further behind and summer chosen very little. It is favoured most for evenings and nights out, while business and daily wear get fewer votes. Most people find it masculine and classic. Rum, vanilla and patchouli sit alongside citrus, sweet and gourmand accords. Over a spicy, woody and oriental base, powdery, creamy and leathery tones give it a warm, soft character.