The Perfume Library

Ciel Man

7.2

Amouage · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Amouage Ciel Man is a men's fragrance that opens with rose, lavender and bergamot, turns spicy with cinnamon and cardamom, and settles on vetiver and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn not far behind and winter getting the fewest votes. It leans towards daily, leisure and business wear, with evening and night out further back. Most voters find it masculine, while some call it classic or modern. The opening is fresh with lavender and bergamot, while rose and lily of the valley add a floral side. In the heart, cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom bring spice, and jasmine and peach soften it with sweetness. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, cedar, patchouli and frankincense leaves a woody, slightly oriental trail.

L'Anarchiste (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Caron · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Caron L'Anarchiste Eau de Toilette opens with mint and orange blossom and moves into vetiver, sandalwood and gaiac wood, a fresh, woody scent aimed at men; it has been discontinued. Mint and orange blossom come first, and the accords lean fresh, citrus and green, with a fruity, sweet softness alongside. In the heart, Bourbon vetiver and Indian sandalwood give the scent a woody body, and musk with gaiac wood dries it down on a spicy, woody base. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is worn for leisure and daily use as well as business. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Half of voters call it masculine, and a good number find it classic. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Mâle and Halston Halston Man (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Ice Dive (Eau de Toilette)

5.5

Adidas · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Adidas Ice Dive Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits summer and spring, whether for sport or easy daily wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with the coolness of kiwi, mint, yuzu and grapefruit, softened by mandarin orange and bergamot. The heart of patchouli, sandalwood and geranium sets a woody ground, while vanilla, tonka bean and amber sweeten the base. The overall impression is aquatic, fruity and lightly spicy. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and sport, leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and modern. Its profile is close to Versace Blue Jeans and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Bleue.

Strictly

7.6

Jil Sander · 2015

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Jil Sander Strictly is a fresh, green men's fragrance whose spice and woody-earthy base keep it composed and tidy. It opens with bay rum and white pepper, a cool freshness against a sharp spice. Nutmeg and cardamom in the heart soften the pepper. The base of cedarwood, vetiver and tonka bean sets a woody, earthy ground, with the tonka easing its dryness a little. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed nearby without announcing itself. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards work and daily wear. Most votes call it masculine. Korres Vetiver Root and Diptyque Virgilio have a close profile.

Made to Measure (Eau de Toilette)

6.1

Gucci · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Gucci Made to Measure Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance softened by spice and floral touches; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind and winter least. Daily wear, leisure and business are the settings it leans towards, and it reads masculine and modern. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, aniseed, French lavender and Tunisian orange blossom. The heart adds nutmeg, plum, cinnamon and juniper berry for a spicy, slightly fruity turn, with waterlily alongside. In the base, patchouli, leather, amber and labdanum settle into a sweet, woody finish with aquatic and synthetic shades.

Decision 42

8.6

Amouage · 2026

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Amouage Decision 42 is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance with a resinous, smoky edge, suited to fall and winter evenings. It opens with cinnamon, pink pepper and cardamom forming a warm spice layer, lightened a little by neroli and bergamot. The heart brings myrrh, frankincense and pine tar for a resinous, smoky feel, while juniper berry and sandalwood keep it woody. The base of patchouli, cedarwood, labdanum and vanilla settles into a creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated very strong, so a few sprays may be enough. Most voters pick fall and winter, with nights out and evenings leading. It reads masculine, though many also call it modern. Amouage Decision and Rayhaan Vantage have a close profile.

Classic Red

7.3

Jaguar · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Jaguar Classic Red opens with bergamot, blackcurrant and raspberry, and reads as a fresh, fruity, slightly sweet fragrance for men that sits close to everyday wear. The top notes are bergamot, blackcurrant and raspberry, so it starts juicy and bright. In the heart, ozone, laurel, jasmine leaf and chili add a floral, lightly spicy turn. Patchouli, cedar and white amber form a soft woody base. A synthetic edge also shows among the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most voters find it masculine. Montblanc Individuel (Eau de Toilette) and Elizabeth Arden Untold have a close profile.

Century

7.6

Dunhill · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dunhill Century is a fresh, woody men's fragrance led by citrus and spice, suited to daily wear and the office. Bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin orange give it a bright citrus freshness. Cardamom and neroli pull that freshness towards spicy and floral tones, while sandalwood and cypriol lay a woody base. Frankincense and musk soften it, and the green, fresh accords shape the overall feel. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, with fall not far behind. Leisure, business and daily use score almost equally. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters call it masculine and classic. Paul Smith Extreme Men and Dior Cologne Royale have a close profile.

Les Zazous

7.6

Keiko Mecheri · 2010

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Keiko Mecheri Les Zazous is a sweet, spicy and powdery scent led by amber, sandalwood and suede. The notes read as one whole: amber and Peru balsam give a resinous warmth, sandalwood and vetiver lay a woody base, rose adds a soft floral touch, and aromatic notes bring a spicy lift. The sweet, gourmand side comes forward while a smoky edge stays in the background. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Though it is labelled for men, votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine character, so it wears close to unisex.

Million Gold

6.8

Rabanne · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Rabanne Million Gold is a men's fragrance that sets the spicy warmth of pink pepper, cinnamon and cardamom against amber and sandalwood. Spice leads: pink pepper, cinnamon and cardamom give the scent a warm start. Mandarin orange and bergamot lighten it with a fresh touch, while rose absolute adds a soft floral note. Amber, sandalwood and leather build a woody, sweet and creamy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, with summer well behind. It suits leisure, daily wear and evenings out, and reads masculine and modern.

Born to be Unforgettable / Bad Boys Are No Good But Good Boys Are No Fun

6.3

Kilian · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Kilian Born to be Unforgettable / Bad Boys Are No Good But Good Boys Are No Fun is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh citrus opening against spice and sweetness. Lime opens with coolness and a fruity brightness. In the heart, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla add a spicy, sweet warmth, and cedarwood forms a woody base. With a faintly synthetic edge, it sits balanced between fresh and sweet. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter chosen less. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and most voters call it masculine and modern. Its profile is close to Scuderia Ferrari Black and Boss Bottled.

Ambre Topkapi

7.4

Parfums MDCI · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Parfums MDCI Ambre Topkapi is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, spicy opening of cardamom, bergamot and lavender over a woody base of vetiver, amber and sandalwood. It opens with cardamom, bergamot and lavender, while grapefruit and ginger keep it citrusy and spicy. Lily of the valley, violet and jasmine give the heart a soft floral touch. The base of vetiver, amber, sandalwood and vanilla leaves a woody, sweet trail, with green and fruity shades running through it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, and spring and autumn lead slightly, with summer and winter close behind. It is worn across daily, business and evening settings. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Montblanc Individuel (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

By Man

8.6

Dolce & Gabbana · 1998

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Dolce & Gabbana By Man is a men's scent built on lavender, pepper and gaiac wood, pairing a fresh, spicy opening with a leathery, woody base; it has been discontinued. It opens with hedione, nutmeg leaf and pepper, giving a fresh, spicy first impression. Lavender and artemisia lead the heart, while gaiac wood, sandalwood and leather set a woody foundation. Ambrox and amber sweeten that base and add a powdery, creamy softness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards night outs and evenings, though it also suits business and daily wear. Most read it as masculine and classic. Prada L'Homme Intense and Initio Rehab have a close profile.

1881 Signature

7.8

Cerruti · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Cerruti 1881 Signature is a sweet, spicy woody fragrance with leathery and smoky shades, masculine in character and best suited to autumn and winter evenings. Most voters read it as masculine, and both its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards fall and winter, then spring, with very few picking summer. It stands out for nights out, evenings and leisure time, and it can also work for business. It has been discontinued. Pepper, cypress, grapefruit and nutmeg open it fresh and spicy. Towards the heart, cardamom, leather and labdanum add a leathery, resinous depth. Vetiver, patchouli and amber close it in the base with an earthy, sweet and warm woodiness.

Bentley for Men Azure

6.8

Bentley · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bentley for Men Azure is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that suits spring and summer days. It opens bright and fruity with lemon, bergamot, tangerine, pineapple and violet leaf. The heart turns greener and lightly spicy with lavender, clary sage, tea and bell pepper. The base settles into cashmere wood and tonka bean, giving a woody, mildly sweet finish, with aquatic and synthetic tones running through it. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily and leisure wear lead the occasions, with sport and business also getting votes. It is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Chopard Heaven and Aigner Clear Day for Men have a close profile.

Aoud Cuir d'Arabie

7.4

Montale

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Montale Aoud Cuir d'Arabie is a dark, smoky and leathery oud scent aimed at men. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters point to autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out rather than office or daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine. Leather, charred wood, tobacco and oud sit together as one block, with no split into opening and dry-down. Woody and spicy accords carry resinous, earthy and animal tones, and the result is dry and smoky rather than sweet. Tigha The Dark Side and Jamr Al Oud Taraf have a close profile.

Antique Brown

8.0

Zara · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Antique Brown is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance that sets amber, honey and vanilla beside tobacco and rum. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters suggest fall and winter, and it is picked more often for evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though its modern side stands out too. It carries a fruity, spicy sweetness: apple and bergamot add some freshness while coconut water softens it. Praliné and vanilla give a creamy gourmand side, and honey and amber lay down a warm, oriental base. Parfums d'Elmar Zaya and Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Mâle have a close profile.

1 Million Intense

6.9

Rabanne · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rabanne 1 Million Intense is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that opens with saffron, red mandarin orange and black pepper and settles on patchouli and white leather. The opening pairs saffron, black pepper and cardamom with the fruity sweetness of mandarin. In the heart, rose absolute, cinnamon and neroli add a floral warmth. The base of patchouli, white leather, orris root and sandalwood leaves it woody, leathery and gourmand-sweet. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. It reads mostly masculine and modern. Rabanne 1 Million Absolutely Gold and Rabanne 1 Million (Eau de Toilette) 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.

Cool Water Reborn (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Davidoff · 2022

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Eau de Toilette

Davidoff Cool Water Reborn Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic and green men's fragrance that suits leisure and everyday wear, mostly in spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn behind and winter last. It is chosen most often for leisure, daily wear, business and sport, and less for evenings or nights out. Most voters find it masculine, and many call it modern. The scent as a whole carries the sharp green freshness of galbanum together with the woody, spicy tones of Haitian vetiver and Tunisian rosemary. The aquatic side keeps it cool, a light sweetness softens the edges, and a slightly synthetic sheen runs through the whole. Pantomime Act 5 and Azzaro Chrome Aqua have a close profile.

Roadster (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Cartier · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Cartier Roadster Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days and daily or office wear; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it modern and others classic. As a whole it smells fresh, citrusy and green. Bergamot and mint carry the freshness, while patchouli, vetiver and cashmere wood build a woody base. Labdanum and vanilla soften it slightly, and the spicy accord keeps its fougère feel.

Sweet Tobacco

8.2

François Delì · 2012

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

François Delì Sweet Tobacco is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance that sets tobacco and vanilla in a warm, spicy frame. It opens with ginger, clove and cinnamon for a spicy warmth. Coriander and tobacco lead the heart, and the base of tolu balm, tonka bean, vanilla and coniferous woods settles it into a sweet, resinous, slightly smoky finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. Its character leans masculine. Guerlain Tobacco Honey and Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Ultimate (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Baldessarini · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Baldessarini Ultimate Eau de Toilette is a clearly masculine scent that links a fresh, floral start to a sweet, spicy and leathery base; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick it for fall and spring, with winter close behind and summer well back. It leans towards business and daily wear, and also suits leisure time and evenings out. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and voters mostly call its character masculine and classic. The top is mandarin orange, pink pepper and bergamot, while magnolia, jasmine and freesia add a soft floral heart. It dries down to patchouli, leather, amber, labdanum and frankincense, settling into a woody, resinous and earthy warmth.

Ralph's Club Parfum

6.9

Ralph Lauren · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Ralph Lauren Ralph's Club Parfum is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh citrus and fruity opening on a sweet, spicy, woody foundation. It opens with apple, cardamom and mandarin orange, where the fruit and citrus feel bright and the spice adds a little warmth. The heart brings clary sage, Provençal lavender and geranium absolute for an aromatic frame. Vetiver, patchouli and cashmeran dry it down woody and soft, with a slightly synthetic sheen in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair following; leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern. Ralph's Club (Eau de Parfum) and Dolce & Gabbana K (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.