The Perfume Library

Virgin Island Water

8.3

Creed · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Creed Virgin Island Water is a fresh, sweet unisex fragrance built around key lime, bergamot and coconut milk. Key lime, bergamot and tropical fruits give it a citrusy, fruity opening. In the heart, coconut milk, coconut water, jasmine and white blossoms turn it creamy and gourmand. Tonka bean and white musk soften the sweetness at the base. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure and daily wear leading. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either. Berdoues Coco & Bergamote and D'Qar Coconut Island have a close profile.

Vanille Insensée

7.2

Atelier Cologne · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Atelier Cologne Vanille Insensée is a woody, powdery unisex scent that sets bright citrus and coriander against the sweetness of Bourbon vanilla and amber. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it suits leisure and daily wear, with office use close behind. Voters split between reading it as feminine and masculine, which keeps it between the two. The top opens fresh and spicy with Italian citron, Russian coriander and Key lime. In the heart, Haitian vetiver, Egyptian jasmine and Slovene oakmoss add a smoky, woody turn. The base of Bourbon vanilla, amber and English oak settles into a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Creed Sublime Vanille and Diptyque Eau Duelle have a close profile.

Aqua Celestia

7.5

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Citrus and aquatic accords come first: key lime and English peppermint bring the coolness, while French blackcurrant bud absolute adds a green, fruity edge. Provençal mimosa absolute pulls it slightly towards the floral and sweet side, and musk softens the whole. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it reads as in between. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte and Carner Marbella have a close profile.

Amoral

7.9

pernoire · 2022

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Pernoire Amoral is a unisex scent for autumn and winter evenings, its sweet, spicy side set against a smoky, woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters pick autumn and winter, mainly for evenings and nights out. It sits less easily in summer or at the office. It reads more masculine than feminine, though it is worn as a unisex scent. It opens with smoked plum, cardamom, cinnamon and cumin, with key lime and black tea lightening the warm spice. The heart of oud, cypriol, iris and violet turns leathery and resinous. Orange blossom, sandalwood, tonka bean and amber in the base sweeten and soften it.

Aqua Celestia Forte

7.8

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte is a fresh, citrusy and floral unisex scent, with green and aquatic touches that suit spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Masculine and feminine votes are almost level, so it reads comfortably either way. The notes read as one whole: key lime and Italian petitgrain bring a bright citrus, and English peppermint keeps it cool. Egyptian jasmine and Provençal mimosa add floral softness, blackcurrant bud adds a green, fruity edge, and musk leaves a creamy base.

Mon Vetiver

7.2

Essential Parfums · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Essential Parfums Mon Vetiver is a unisex scent that suits spring and summer days best, setting a fresh, citrusy, green start on an earthy, woody base. Haitian vetiver sits at the centre, framed by sharp, bright key lime and juniper. Lavender and gentian add a green, lightly spicy touch, while Indonesian patchouli and cashmere wood deepen the earthy, woody side. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear, leisure and the office, and far less for evenings or nights out. Most voters read it as masculine, though it wears as unisex. Atelier Cologne Patchouli Riviera and Heeley Vetiver Veritas have a close profile.

Cédrat Enivrant

7.6

Atelier Cologne · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Atelier Cologne Cédrat Enivrant is a fresh, citrusy and lightly green unisex scent that suits easy days in warm weather. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays pleasant at close range without filling a room. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. The top is built on Moroccan citron, Calabrian bergamot and key lime. Japanese mint, Egyptian basil and juniper berry in the heart add a green, slightly spicy turn. In the base, vetiver, tonka bean and elemi dry down woody and a little sweet.

Santal Carmin

7.6

Atelier Cologne · 2014

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Atelier Cologne Santal Carmin is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter, opening with citrus and settling into a sweet, woody warmth. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring, while summer trails well behind. It sits comfortably in leisure, evening and daily wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are exactly even, so it doesn't pull to either side. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and key lime, with turmeric adding a spicy edge. The heart of white musk, New Caledonian sandalwood and Indian gaiac wood builds a woody, powdery base. In the dry-down, Texas cedar, Indian papyrus and Bourbon vanilla bring a creamy sweetness.

Blue Agava & Cacao

7.6

Jo Malone · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Blue Agava & Cacao pairs bright citrus with the sweet warmth of cocoa and cinnamon, giving a fresh, gourmand unisex scent. It opens with key lime and grapefruit, a sharp, juicy freshness, with agave at the heart. In the base, cocoa and cinnamon bring sweetness, while vetiver, musk and sea salt lighten it and keep it balanced. Floral, powdery and spicy shades stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters wear it through all four seasons, with spring and fall slightly ahead, and see it as a leisure, daytime and office scent. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine.

Pacific Lime

7.4

Atelier Cologne · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Atelier Cologne Pacific Lime is a fresh, green, lime-led unisex scent that sits most naturally in warm weather and easygoing daily wear. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions picked most often. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it is a light scent that suits being refreshed through the day. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it moves easily between the two. Chinese eucalyptus and American spearmint bring the coolness, while Italian lemon and key lime keep the citrus sharp and bright. Philippine coconut softens that edge with a creamy, faintly sweet note. Fresh, citrus and green accords lead, with the fruity and sweet sides staying in the background. Acqua di Parma Arancia di Capri and Creed Virgin Island Water have a close profile.

Paris*L.A.

7.5

What We Do Is Secret · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

What We Do Is Secret Paris*L.A. is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy opening against a sweet, creamy base, with a fruity, gourmand streak and some spice in between. It opens with ginger, cola and key lime, bright, tart and slightly synthetic. Coriander seed, bitter orange blossom and thyme form a spicy middle. Musk, macaron and amber sweeten the base and turn it creamy and warm. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, night out and evening wear. More voters call it feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine.

Winter 25

7.7

Ffern · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hindi Tabac

8.4

Dixit & Zak · 2022

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Dixit & Zak Hindi Tabac is a unisex fragrance built around damask rose, tobacco and Indian oud, setting floral and spicy facets on a woody base; it has been discontinued. The top notes bring damask rose, pink pepper and mandarin orange, with bergamot and key lime keeping the opening bright. The heart moves to blackcurrant, tuberose and hay, with Bulgarian rose carrying the floral line. The base leans on Indian sandalwood, myrrh, patchouli and tobacco, and the accords read spicy, resinous, earthy and smoky. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, and evening and leisure wear lead the occasions. It is voted masculine most often, followed by classic. L'Artisan Parfumeur Al Oudh and Dunhill Arabian Desert have a close profile.

Black Walnut

7.5

American Perfumer · 2022

Floral · Green · Sweet

American Perfumer Black Walnut pairs eastern black walnut with cinnamon and vanilla in a floral, green and sweet unisex scent; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring in third place. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and voters are split on whether it reads masculine or feminine. It opens with bergamot and key lime for brightness. In the heart, lilac and orange blossom sit with cinnamon, black pepper and cypress around the walnut. Vanilla and sandalwood lay a sweet, creamy base, while oud, oakmoss and Haitian vetiver add a woody, earthy note.

Leaf

7.6

Jil Sander · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Jil Sander Leaf is a fresh, green unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick Leaf for summer and spring, and leisure, work and everyday wear lead the occasions. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either side. Cardamom, corn mint and key lime work together, with a fresh, citrusy greenness in front. Aldehydes give it a bright, slightly synthetic edge, and the cardamom adds a thin spicy line. Cartier VI: L'Heure Brillante and Jil Sander Shiso have a close profile.

Rising Cologne

8.0

Dixit & Zak · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dixit & Zak Rising Cologne is a unisex scent that opens fresh, green and citrusy over florals and settles on a warm, woody, resinous base; it has been discontinued. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters pick summer, spring and fall, while winter comes well behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, with some votes for evenings out. The top is bright with mandarin orange, bergamot, key lime and orange, alongside rose and jasmine. In the heart, ylang-ylang, tuberose, pink pepper and ginger bring a floral warmth with a light spiciness. The base rests on sandalwood, oud and frankincense, smoky and resinous, with civet adding an animal edge.

Vétiver Infini

6.8

Caron · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tulum

7.4

Cloon Keen Atelier · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Cloon Keen Atelier Tulum is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that softens the sharp tang of grapefruit and key lime with pink pepper, Turkish rose and green mango; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings that come up most. Most voters who weigh in on character read it as feminine, though some call it masculine. It opens with grapefruit and key lime keeping things fresh and citrusy. In the heart, pink pepper adds spice, Turkish rose brings a floral note and green mango a fruity sweetness. The base of maté absolute, woody notes and amber leaves a green, woody and lightly sweet footing.

Zelen

8.7

Boka · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Boka Zelen is a green unisex fragrance that sets bright citrus against the dry, earthy warmth of vetiver and cedar. It opens with key lime, Japanese yuzu and Italian bergamot in a sharp, sparkling citrus burst. The heart turns spicy and lightly resinous with beeswax absolute, pink pepper and green cardamom. The base settles on Haitian vetiver, Virginia cedar and Mysore sandalwood, leaving a woody, earthy and slightly smoky finish. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on few votes. The fresh, woody character suits everyday wear, and it sits comfortably on men and women alike. Maison Mona di Orio Les Nombres d'Or - Vétyver and Miller Harris Vetiver Insolent have a close profile.

Unforeseen Aer

7.2

Aēsop · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Aēsop Unforeseen Aer is a unisex fougère with a fresh, citrusy and green character, deepened by spice and wood. It opens with petitgrain, key lime and nutmeg, where the spice softens the sharpness of the citrus. In the heart, geranium, eucalyptus and Provençal lavender add a cool, herbal feel. Cypress, Indonesian patchouli and labdanum settle it onto a woody, lightly resinous base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick leisure, daily wear and the office, while evening and night out play a smaller part.

Brindaban Prive

8.5

Dixit & Zak · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dixit & Zak Brindaban Prive is a unisex scent that sets a fresh citrus opening against a floral, spicy heart and a woody, resinous base of oud and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, orange, key lime, lavender and henna, so the citrus feels fresh and bright. In the heart, tuberose, spices and jasmine sambac absolute add a floral, sweet and creamy texture. The base of Mysore sandalwood, oud, tobacco, civet and amber leaves a warm, animalic, leathery trail. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good; nearly all voters find it long-lasting. The generous oud and spice push it towards cooler weather and evenings, and the profile suits anyone regardless of gender. Dixit & Zak Rising Cologne and Marrakech Imperial Esprit Nomade have a close profile.

Rising Mysore 2

8.1

Dixit & Zak

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dixit & Zak Rising Mysore 2 is a unisex scent where jasmine sambac, lavender and citrus lead and settle into Indian sandalwood and vanilla; it has been discontinued. The top is led by jasmine sambac, lavender, orange and lemon, giving a fresh, citrusy, green opening. In the heart, ylang-ylang, Ceylonese cinnamon, star anise and tuberose add spice to a warm floral core. The base rests on Indian sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla absolute, leaving a sweet, woody, resinous finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters rate longevity high, though the vote count is small. Dixit & Zak Rising Mysore 3 and Perito Moreno Regal Silhouette have a close profile.

Sessile

8.5

Mellifluence Perfume

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Mellifluence Perfume Sessile is a green, woody and smoky unisex scent that opens on hyraceum and key lime and deepens into white oud, vetiver and mushroom absolute; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good, while sillage stays moderate, so it is noticed up close rather than across a room. It leans neither masculine nor feminine. The opening is carried by hyraceum and key lime. In the heart, white oud, vetiver, muhuhu and gurjum balsam build a woody frame. The base of mushroom absolute, Indian oud, Cambodian oud, oakmoss and labdanum gives an earthy, resinous, smoky floor, with sweet and spicy touches staying in the background.

Tropical

8.0

Arquiste · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Arquiste Tropical is a unisex scent built around frangipani, guava and jasmine sambac, pairing a fresh, fruity side with a floral heart. It opens with white frangipani, ginger, key lime and Mexican guava, juicy and bright with a green edge. In the heart, champaca absolute, jasmine sambac and guava blossom bring the floral side forward. The base of goiabada, mahogany, amber and Mexican vanilla absolute sweetens it and adds a soft, woody warmth. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted so far. The fresh-and-sweet balance suits warm weather and daytime wear. It reads equally well on men and women.