The Perfume Library

Nivea (2015)

7.7

NIVEA · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

NIVEA Nivea (2015) is a fresh, powdery floral with a creamy, lightly sweet feel that suits everyday wear. It opens with lavender, mandarin orange and bergamot, which keep it bright. In the heart, lily of the valley, rose, freesia and ylang-ylang add a soft floral note. Sandalwood and musky notes close it in a creamy, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn and winter are close behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and office use. Though unisex, most voters read it as feminine.

Soleil Neige (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Tom Ford · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Soleil Neige Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy floral that turns powdery, creamy and sweet, and it suits spring and summer days and everyday wear best. Bergamot, orange blossom, rose absolute and Jasminum grandiflorum concrete form the floral core. Benzoin and labdanum add sweetness and warmth, while the musky notes keep it soft, powdery and creamy. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Voters lean feminine, though it is unisex and reads that way too. Tom Ford Soleil Blanc (Eau de Parfum) and Kaloo Blue have a close profile.

Comète

8.1

Chanel · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Chanel Comète is a powdery, creamy floral built around heliotrope, cherry blossom and French iris pallida, offered as a unisex scent. It rests on a floral body softened by musky notes. Heliotrope and cherry blossom bring the sweetness, the iris adds a powdery texture, and the spicy accord stays quietly behind that warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, then fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Half of voters read it as feminine, with a classic streak. Miller Harris Violet Ida and Jimmy Choo Iris Crush have a close profile.

Aqua Universalis Forte

7.4

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Universalis Forte is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian citron give it a bright, clean start, while Moroccan rose absolute, Egyptian jasmine absolute and freesia form a floral heart. Green notes, lily of the valley and orange blossom keep it light, powdery and creamy. Cedar and musky notes hold these flowers on a soft base, and the aquatic side keeps it from feeling heavy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daytime, leisure and business wear leading. Feminine votes run slightly ahead of masculine, though plenty of voters see it as masculine. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Universalis and Dior Diorissimo have a close profile.

Dahaab Saafi

7.9

Bait Al Bakhoor

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Bait Al Bakhoor Dahaab Saafi is a soft unisex scent with a floral, sweet, gourmand character, rounded out by powdery and creamy tones. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring comes after, and very few choose summer. It leans towards evenings and nights out, with some leisure wear as well. It is unisex, though voters read it as slightly more feminine than masculine. It opens with rose, vanilla and sweet notes. In the heart, musky, powdery and woody notes soften it, and the base joins vanilla with floral notes and magnolia. The overall impression is a spicy-tinged, oriental, creamy and sweet florality.

Rudis

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nobile 1942 Rudis is a spicy, resinous and smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine and classic than feminine or modern. It opens with fruity notes, wine, bergamot and dried fruits in a sweet start. In the heart, rose, saffron and clove give a spicy, floral frame. The base of vetiver, patchouli, frankincense and leathery notes leaves a woody, smoky depth.

Musc Nurāsana

7.7

Maison Crivelli · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Crivelli Musc Nurāsana is a unisex scent that pairs musky notes with damask rose, bergamot and frankincense resin, reading fresh, powdery and creamy. The notes are not split into top, heart and base, so it reads as one whole. Musky notes and tonka bean give it a creamy, sweet softness; bergamot adds citrus freshness, damask rose brings a powdery floral tone, and frankincense resin leaves a slightly spicy, resinous depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and voters describe it as more feminine and modern. Close in profile are The Dua Brand Meditation Musk and Bottega Verde Argan.

Iris silver mist

7.9

Serge Lutens · 1994

Fresh · Floral · Green

Serge Lutens Iris silver mist is a fresh, green and powdery unisex scent with an earthy, slightly smoky coolness, and it suits spring and autumn best. Iris powder sits at the centre, while green notes and carrot seed give it a crisp, earthy chill. Vetiver lays down a woody base, clove adds a touch of spice, and amber with musky notes softens the whole. The floral notes stay in the background and never weigh it down. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and evening, leisure, business and daily wear all draw similar votes. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads comfortably either way. Aedes de Venustas Iris Nazarena and Floris Vetiver (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Khôl de Bahreïn

7.8

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Stéphane Humbert Lucas Khôl de Bahreïn is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, sweet and powdery character with the warmth of amber and resin, suited to autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring next and summer well behind. It is chosen most for evenings and nights out. Voters lean slightly towards calling it feminine, though a sizeable share read it as masculine. It opens with violet, resins and nougat, the nougat adding sweetness from the start. In the heart, amber, sandalwood and Florentine iris build a powdery, woody base. Musky and balsamic notes extend the warmth at the end. Jo Malone Violet & Amber Absolu and Dior Ambre Nuit (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

12 | Twelve

7.9

Valjues · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

Valjues 12 | Twelve is a soft, lightly powdery unisex scent that pairs fresh laundry and cashmere with a floral touch, leaning towards spring and summer days. It opens on jasmine, then moves into fresh laundry, ISO-E-Super and cashmere at the heart. Musky notes in the base settle it onto a creamy, gentle footing. The overall impression is fresh, powdery and slightly woody, with a clean, synthetic feel running through it. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office far more than evenings or nights out. More voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Molecule 01 + Iris and Courrèges C have a close profile.

Calar del Sole

7.8

ArteOlfatto - Luxury Perfumes · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

ArteOlfatto - Luxury Perfumes Calar del Sole is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of bergamot and lemon against the sweet, creamy warmth of orange blossom, jasmine and vanilla. It opens with bergamot and lemon, fresh and citrusy. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine and amber add a soft floral note. The base of vanilla, musky notes and cashmere wood sweetens the scent and settles it into a creamy, lightly woody finish, with the gourmand and spicy accents staying in the background. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, then fall, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Voters read it as more feminine, though it remains unisex. Tiziana Terenzi Tyl and Parfums de Marly Pegasus have a close profile.

Layla

7.9

Kemi · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Kemi Layla is a floral, oriental unisex scent that pairs the spicy warmth of nutmeg and clove with a sweet base of patchouli, amber and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with nutmeg and clove, which give a warm, spiced start. In the heart, cedar, woody notes and ylang-ylang add a soft floral and woody layer. The base of patchouli, musky notes, amber and vanilla sweetens the scent and gives it an oriental finish, with a fruity tone running through the sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though it is described as unisex. Harry Lehmann Bahia and Electimuss Rhodanthe have a close profile.

Mukhallat Dahn Al Oudh Moattaq / مخلط دهن العود معتق

8.3

Ajmal

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ajmal Mukhallat Dahn Al Oudh Moattaq is a unisex oud scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong, and most voters pick autumn and winter, mainly for evening and night-out wear. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a fair share of votes call it feminine or classic. It opens with Turkish rose, Indian herbs and woody notes, then settles into amber and oud at the heart. The base brings animalic, powdery and musky notes together with rose. The overall profile is floral and sweet, with spicy, resinous, earthy and smoky sides running through it.

Avgoustos

8.0

Korres · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Korres Avgoustos is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and lavender, and suits spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring; daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it sits between the two. After the citrus and lavender, fig, lemon leaf and orange blossom form the heart, adding a green, fruity softness. In the base, cedarwood, musky notes and ambergris settle the scent into a woody, creamy finish. Hervé Gambs Hôtel Riviera and Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green have a close profile.

De Bachmakov

7.5

The Different Company · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Different Company De Bachmakov is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business use lead the occasions. Voters lean slightly masculine, though a good share call it feminine, so it works on either side. The top opens with fig, coriander and bergamot, moving into shiso leaf, nutmeg and freesia in the heart. Cedarwood and musky notes settle at the base. The overall feel is fresh, green and fruity, with spicy and woody touches keeping it balanced. Profumi di Pantelleria Maestrale (Eau de Parfum) and Birkholz Citrus Splash (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Oud Najdia

7.5

Lattafa

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Lattafa Oud Najdia is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with spicy, vanilla-tinged sweetness. The top notes are apple and bergamot, so it opens fruity and bright. Cinnamon and woody notes take over in the heart, bringing out its spicy, woody side. Musky notes and vanilla soften the base, leaving a sweet, oriental dry-down. Aquatic and synthetic accents run through the blend. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with summer close behind and winter lower. Leisure, daily wear and evenings lead the occasions. In character votes, masculine leads, with modern second. Lattafa Hayaati and Arabian Oud Ehsas Khas have a close profile.

OneMore

8.0

Francesca Dell'Oro · 2018

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Francesca Dell'Oro OneMore is a unisex perfume that opens with citrus freshness and settles into a sweet, gourmand warmth, best suited to fall and winter days. It starts with lime, cardamom and honey pomelo, a bright and lightly spicy opening. Caramel, coffee and chocolate fudge lead the heart, with heliotrope adding a powdery softness. Vanilla absolute, musky notes and cedarwood close it in a creamy, warm base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and favour it for leisure, evenings and nights out. Many read it as feminine, though it is unisex. Franck Boclet Vanille and Casamorati Lira (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Verde di Mare

6.9

Bois 1920 · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bois 1920 Verde di Mare is a fresh, aquatic unisex fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate; it reads somewhat masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. The top is bright with lemon, bergamot, lime and juniper berry, with galbanum adding a green edge. The heart is led by marine notes, red kelp and black tea, while rose and clove stay in the background. Precious woods, musky notes and vanilla soften the base.

Cuir Saddle

6.7

Dior · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Dior Cuir Saddle is a unisex scent where suede and musky notes meet floral, sweet and smoky accords in a leathery frame. Cuir Saddle's longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and summer gets very few votes. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and it also works for leisure time. Masculine and modern votes are level, with feminine close behind. Suede and musky notes lead, while floral notes soften the leather. Amberwood lays down a woody base and smoky notes stay in the background. The overall feel is sweet, powdery and lightly spicy. Skin on Skin and Daim blond have a close profile.

Hegoa

7.1

Téo Cabanel · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Téo Cabanel Hegoa is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for daytime, leisure and the office. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Leisure, daily wear and business settings lead, while few choose it for evenings. Most voters call it feminine, though the unisex character is clear. Bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon open it brightly. Green tea and rose add a soft floral note in the heart. The base of woody notes, musky notes and amber warms it up. A fresh, green, fruity feel runs throughout. Fragonard Concerto and Calvin Klein CK One have a close profile.

Aegyptus

6.6

Tesori d'Oriente

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Tesori d'Oriente Aegyptus is a fresh, floral and powdery unisex scent built around iris, jasmine and rose at its heart. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Voters read it as more feminine than masculine, though it stays unisex in outline. The opening pairs green notes, ylang-ylang, bergamot and fruity notes for a fresh, lightly sweet start. Iris, jasmine and rose form a floral heart, and the base of woody, musky, powdery and oriental notes softens it and adds a spicy warmth. Fragrantia Secrets Pía and Escada Escada Margaretha Ley (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

White On White - Three

7.4

Xerjoff · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Xerjoff White On White - Three opens with rose, fig and leaves and settles into a milky, vanilla-tinged base: a floral, sweet and powdery unisex scent. It has been discontinued. Rose and fig come first, green and lightly fruity, with the leaves adding a cool edge. In the heart, cedarwood and patchouli give a dry, spicy backbone, while white blossoms and milk turn it creamy and powdery. The base of amber, sandalwood, vanilla and musky notes leaves a sweet, warm trail. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and the votes spread evenly from daily wear to a night out. Voters mostly read it as feminine, with a classic feel.

Fauni - Fiore Millenario

7.8

Angela Ciampagna · 2016

Floral · Green · Sweet

Angela Ciampagna Fauni - Fiore Millenario is a unisex fragrance that opens green and floral, then settles on Italian gardenia and Indonesian ylang-ylang at its heart. It projects at a moderate level, and its longevity is rated good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure, evening and daytime wear. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as leaning both ways. Green and floral notes open it, and the heart moves into the creamy florals of gardenia and ylang-ylang, with woody notes and Somalian frankincense. In the base, amber, Sumatran benzoin and Colombian tolu balm add a sweet, resinous warmth, softened by musky notes. Spicy, earthy and faintly smoky shades stay in the background.

Pomelo Malindi

6.5

New Notes · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Green

New Notes Pomelo Malindi is a fresh, green unisex scent where yuzu, lemon and honey pomelo lead. It wears with moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some seeing it as fine for the office too. It sits between masculine and feminine, though votes lean masculine and modern. It opens cool with ice accord and lime, then orange blossom and jasmine add a soft floral touch while mint, coriander and nutmeg bring a spicy edge. The base settles into cedarwood, sandalwood and white amber with a light musky feel. Dior Higher Energy and Korres Blue Sage have a close profile.