The Perfume Library

Soprano

7.8

Xerjoff · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Xerjoff Soprano is a fruity, floral unisex scent that suits autumn and spring evenings, its sweetness deepened by leather and oud. Lychee, freesia and Calabrian bergamot open bright and fruity. Egyptian jasmine, osmanthus and Bulgarian rose form the heart, with milk adding a creamy softness to the flowers. In the base, leather, patchouli and oud bring a woody, spicy, slightly oriental weight. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and spring, then winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Feminine gets more votes for character, though masculine is well represented too. Nishane Nefs and Louis Vuitton Matière Noire have a close profile.

1969

7.2

Histoires de Parfums · 2006

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Histoires de Parfums 1969 is a sweet unisex scent where peach, coffee and chocolate meet a floral, spicy heart. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters pick it for fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Though unisex, most voters read it as feminine. It opens with peach and fruits, a sweet fruity start. The heart of rose, white blossoms, clove and cardamom balances floral and spicy tones. In the base, coffee and chocolate bring the gourmand side, while patchouli and white musk soften it into a smooth finish.

Bat (2015)

7.0

Zoologist · 2015

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Zoologist Bat is a unisex scent for leisure and evening wear, leaning towards fall and spring, that opens green and fruity and settles into a woody, resinous base; it has been discontinued. It opens with fruits, soil and banana, and the heart turns fig, tropical fruits, myrrh and resins into a sweet but earthy texture. Vetiver, sandalwood and leather lead the base, softened by tonka bean and musk. The overall impression is green, spicy, animalic and woody. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, while daily and office wear come last. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. Zoologist Sloth and Zoologist Bat (2020) have a close profile.

Oud Orange Intense (Parfum)

7.8

Fragrance Du Bois

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Fragrance Du Bois Oud Orange Intense (Parfum) is a unisex scent that ties the sweetness of coconut and fruits to bourbon vanilla and the woody depth of oud. Coconut and fruits come first, then bourbon vanilla in the heart pulls the scent in a creamy, gourmand direction. Musk, oud and vanilla settle in the base, while the spicy and oriental accords add a woody weight over the sweetness. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and nights out and evenings are the leading occasions. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though the masculine vote is sizeable, so it sits in between. Primera Perfumes De Marbella and The Dua Brand Aoud Intense Orange have a close profile.

Sultan

8.3

Royal Crown · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Royal Crown Sultan is a dense, oriental unisex fragrance, sweet, spicy and resinous, that suits autumn and winter evenings. Fruits, Bourbon vanilla absolute, date and cedar open it on a sweet, gourmand note. In the heart, jasmine absolute, cistus and Moroccan rose add a soft floral layer. The base of saffron, Borneo oud, Mysore sandalwood and myrrh brings a woody, smoky depth. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is recommended mostly for evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine to most, though many find it feminine. Serge Lutens Arabie and Tom Ford Plum Japonais share a close profile.

Jardin Exclusif

7.4

Mancera · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Mancera Jardin Exclusif is a fresh, floral and sweet unisex scent that sets violet, rose and jasmine against the softness of vanilla and white musk. It opens with fruits and hard candy, a sweet brightness. In the heart, violet, rose and jasmine lead, with ambergris adding a little depth to the florals. The base of vanilla, white musk and sandalwood settles the scent into something creamy and soft, while the green and spicy touches stay in the background. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure and daily wear best. It leans feminine, though a fair share of voters read it as masculine. Jean Poivre Seven Days In Spring and Lattafa Pride Royal Sapphire have a close profile.

Oud Rose Intense (Parfum)

7.7

Fragrance Du Bois

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Fragrance Du Bois Oud Rose Intense is a unisex parfum that pairs rose with oud in a sweet, resinous and spicy style, and it suits cooler-season evenings best. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters find the longevity high. Fall and winter lead, with spring not far behind. Nights out and evenings are the most voted occasions. On character, feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as something in between. The top holds fruits and bergamot. The heart brings rose, amber, geranium and sandalwood, and oud sits in the base. The accords tie a floral and fruity side to a sweet, creamy, oriental ground and a woody, resinous warmth. El Nabil Amber of Yemen and Rasasi Qasamat Morhaf have a close profile.

Ambrette 9 (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Le Labo · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Le Labo Ambrette 9 Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days and relaxed, everyday settings. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions, with business next. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and won't fill a room. More voters call it feminine, though a fair number see it as masculine. Ambrette, fruits and citrus fruits sit together throughout. The overall feel is fresh and citrusy, with a fruity sweetness softening it, while woody, powdery and creamy tones stay in the background. A synthetic sheen runs through it.

Tirrenico

6.2

Profumi del Forte · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Profumi del Forte Tirrenico is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with aquatic and green notes up front, best suited to summer and spring and to daily or leisure wear. The top is led by aquatic notes, bergamot and bitter orange, with woods and balsamic notes softening the freshness. In the heart, jasmine, basil and fennel add a green, floral and lightly spicy turn. White musk, sandalwood and oakmoss settle the base into a woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with business wear also common. It doesn't read firmly masculine or feminine, since votes go to both. Its profile is close to Gucci Gucci by Gucci pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Lattafa Raghba for Man.

Arabica

7.8

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Aaron Terence Hughes Arabica is a unisex scent that pairs coffee with vanilla in a sweet, gourmand, lightly spicy style; it has been discontinued. French lavender opens it, and the heart holds vanilla absolute, fruits and arabica coffee. Sandalwood and musk soften the base. The overall impression is creamy and oriental, with floral and woody sides staying in the background. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. Night outs, evenings and leisure time lead the occasions. It reads somewhat masculine, though it works as a unisex scent. Initio Blessed Baraka and Aerin Tangier Vanille have a close profile.

Montabaco Rio

7.9

Ormonde Jayne · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bois oriental

7.8

Serge Lutens · 1992

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Serge Lutens Bois oriental is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings best. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions, though leisure and daily wear are not far behind. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. A fruity, gourmand sweetness runs through it. Honey and beeswax give that sweetness a soft, waxy texture, while spices and cedarwood add a dry, faintly smoky woodiness. Amber and musk gather it all into a warm, resinous base.

Opus Noir

7.3

Maison Alhambra

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Alhambra Opus Noir is a unisex scent that pairs Turkish rose and fruits with nutmeg, leather, vanilla and patchouli, in a sweet, spicy, woody vein. Opus Noir wears with strong longevity and good sillage. Most voters recommend it for fall and winter, spring follows behind, and few pick summer. It leans towards nights out and evenings rather than the office. Masculine or feminine is not clear-cut: votes split almost evenly between the two. The top holds fruits and Turkish rose. In the heart, nutmeg, ylang-ylang, leather and ambergris add spice and a leathery edge to the floral sweetness. In the base, vanilla softens everything, while vetiver, patchouli, cedarwood and musk lay an earthy, woody floor. The overall impression is creamy, oriental and clearly sweet.

Mélodie du Cygne de la Main

7.5

Dali Haute Parfumerie · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Dali Haute Parfumerie Mélodie du Cygne de la Main is a unisex fragrance that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a powdery, creamy gourmand feel. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer a little behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and also suits business and daily use. About half of voters read it as feminine, followed by modern. Bergamot and fruits open on a sweet note, while orange blossom carries the floral side. Florentine iris and violet leaf add a powdery softness. Bourbon vanilla and praliné bring gourmand warmth, and sandalwood settles it on a creamy, woody base.

La Fumée Ottoman

8.0

Miller Harris · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Miller Harris La Fumée Ottoman is a unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings best, setting rose and spice on a smoky base; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it sits in the middle. The top holds Turkish rose, cardamom, bergamot and cumin; in the heart, patchouli, cedar and frankincense build a resinous, woody body. The base of fruits, rose, amber and ash adds sweetness and a smoky finish. The overall impression is sweet, spicy and earthy. Eutopie No. 3 and Kilian Incense Oud have a close profile.

Pura

7.3

Maison Alhambra

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Alhambra Pura is a fresh, sweet and fruity unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer; it is chosen mainly for leisure and daily wear, with some votes for evening and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably in between. It opens with Sicilian lemon, Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot, which give a sharp, bright freshness. Fruits in the heart bring sweetness. In the base, amber, white musk and Bourbon vanilla settle the scent into something creamy and soft.

Oud Lavender / عود لفيندر

8.4

Ahmed Al Maghribi

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ahmed Al Maghribi Oud Lavender / عود لفيندر is a unisex scent that opens fresh and floral, then settles into a sweet, spicy, woody oriental base. It begins with lavender, fruits and hyacinth, and the heart of pink pepper, iris and jasmine carries that freshness forward with a spicy, floral touch. As it dries, vetiver, musk, oud and amber take over, leaving a warm, sweet, woody finish. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Voters pick it mostly for leisure, daily wear and business, though it also works for evenings and nights out. Jil Sander Jil and Maison Alhambra Centro have a close profile.

Amora

7.4

Hendley Perfumes

Fresh · Floral · Green

Hendley Perfumes Amora is a unisex scent built on blond tobacco, rose absolute and fruits, sitting somewhere between fresh and sweet. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Votes are spread almost evenly across the four seasons, with fall just ahead. It is chosen most for leisure and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine or modern, though some call it masculine. Fresh, floral and green accords carry a fruity sweetness on top. Rose absolute and berries come forward, while blond tobacco and resins add a spicy, woody backdrop. Musk and ambergris lay a soft, powdery base underneath. Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Rose Opulente and Serge Lutens Sa majesté la rose have a close profile.

Impressions de Giverny

7.5

Fort & Manlé · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Fort & Manlé Impressions de Giverny pairs a fresh opening of bergamot, yuzu and red apple with a floral heart of neroli, rose and tuberose; it is unisex and has been discontinued. The opening is bright and fruity, with bergamot, yuzu and red apple. At the heart, neroli, orange blossom, rose and tuberose lead, fig leaf and violet leaf add a green edge, and mango sweetens the mix. The base of musk, benzoin and ambergris settles the florals onto a soft, powdery footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters place it in daily wear and leisure, with business settings close behind. Being unisex, it suits men and women alike. Penhaligon's Gardenia and Élisire Érose have a close profile.

Sleepy Hollow

8.6

Folkwinds · 2024

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Folkwinds Sleepy Hollow opens with apple brandy, spices and patchouli and deepens into oakmoss and oud, a green, spicy unisex scent that has been discontinued. The opening holds apple brandy, spices, night-blooming jasmine and patchouli. In the heart, musk wool, oakmoss, leaves and balsam fir come forward. The base settles into oud, styrax, beeswax and hay. Green, fruity, sweet and resinous accords meet in an earthy chypre character. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and night out leading the occasions. More voters read it as masculine, though some call it feminine. Serge Lutens Chypre rouge and Molinard Chypre d'Orient have a close profile.

Visione 2 Fuoco

7.8

Goti Essenze · 2016

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Goti Essenze Visione 2 Fuoco is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of bergamot and fruits against spices, labdanum and frankincense; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring following and summer well behind. It leans towards evening and night-out wear, with some votes for leisure and business too. It reads a little more masculine than feminine. The citrus and fruity accords come from the bergamot and fruits, and together with the sweetness they give a lively start. Spices and labdanum pull it towards an oriental, resinous side. Frankincense adds a woody, smoky depth and an earthy weight.

Velvet Flowers

6.0

Montale

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Montale Velvet Flowers is a floral, fruity unisex scent that wears most easily in spring and fall, and suits evenings as well. Rosa centifolia, peach blossom and Lebanese jasmine lead, with fruits sweetening the mix and saffron adding a light spicy edge. Comorian ylang-ylang and gurjum balsam soften the florals underneath into a powdery, slightly synthetic texture. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall; evening, daily and leisure wear are close to equal. Though it is unisex, most voters read it as feminine. Wally Vero Toscano Bianco and Paris Bleu Adage have a close profile.

Alexandria

8.6

Xerjoff · 2012

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Xerjoff Alexandria is a unisex fragrance that opens with lavender, cinnamon and rosewood and settles into oud, amber and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Fruits and lavender open it, with cinnamon layered over them and rosewood softening the start. In the heart, cedarwood, rose and lily of the valley come forward; the fruity and spicy side rests on a woody, oriental, resinous base. Musk, sandalwood, amber, oud and vanilla sweeten and weigh down the finish. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with summer and spring further behind. It is worn mostly for nights out and evenings. Two perfumes with a close profile are Xerjoff Alexandria II and MAD Parfumeur Forza.

Crimson Desire (Extrait de Parfum)

5.5

The Misk Company · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

The Misk Company Crimson Desire Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, fruity and earthy unisex scent built around peach, red fruits and black musk. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, so it stays noticeable on the skin and around you well into the day. As an Extrait de Parfum it is easier to wear with a light hand, and it doesn't lean towards either men or women. It opens with peach and fruits softened by floral notes, with an animalic trace behind them. Towards the heart, red fruits, green tea and herbs come forward, with amber adding warmth. In the base, wild berries, black musk and soil take over, leaving a sweet, spicy and faintly woody finish. Zoologist Bat and elkhaldi Nectar Royale have a close profile.