The Perfume Library

Desert Rosewood

7.5

Goldfield & Banks · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Goldfield & Banks Desert Rosewood is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring comes next, and summer is the least chosen season. It leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out, and it can also be worn at work. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either side. Sicilian mandarin orange and Indian cardamom give it a lively, spicy edge. Comorian vanilla and Siam benzoin carry it into a sweet, creamy, resinous warmth, while false sandalwood and Indonesian patchouli lay a woody, earthy base underneath. Prada Midnight Train and Le Couvent Tonka have a close profile.

Aqua Vitae Forte

7.6

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae Forte is a unisex fragrance in which Sicilian mandarin orange, Calabrian bergamot and Calabrian lemon give a fresh citrus feel, softened by ylang-ylang and orange blossom. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office best. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters split between masculine and feminine, leaning slightly feminine. The citrus and floral side reads sweet and fruity. Ceylonese cinnamon and pink pepper add spice, sandalwood and gaiac wood give a woody base, and Siam benzoin brings a creamy softness. Guatemala cardamom stays in the background. Sospiro Contralto and Xerjoff Amabile have a close profile.

Raspberry Dictator

6.8

Marc Gebauer · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Marc Gebauer Raspberry Dictator is a unisex scent that sets raspberry against leather and vetiver, fruity at first and smoky underneath. The top holds Sicilian mandarin orange, raspberry and ginger, so the sweetness of the fruit is sharpened by spice. In the heart, black pepper, iris and frankincense come forward, while the base is dominated by leather, musk, Haitian vetiver and styrax. A sweet, synthetic fruitiness sits on a smoky, leathery ground. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is made as a unisex perfume. Al Haramain Leather Oudh and brudi Sek. have a close profile.

Paris - Biarritz

7.7

Chanel · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Café Tuberosa

7.4

Atelier Cologne · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Atelier Cologne Café Tuberosa is a floral, gourmand unisex scent in which creamy tuberose is softened by espresso and cocoa. Café Tuberosa lasts well and projects at a moderate level, so it stays close rather than filling the room. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is worn for leisure, evenings and nights out; voters read it as feminine more often than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with cardamom, mandarin and bergamot, giving a spicy brightness. In the heart, espresso, tuberose and Damask rose absolute lead, with the floral side staying creamy and sweet. The base of cocoa absolute, patchouli and Bourbon vanilla closes it with gourmand warmth. Yves Saint Laurent Libre Vanille Couture and Parfums d'Elmar Kaya have a close profile.

Aqua Vitae

7.0

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae is a unisex scent that pairs bright citrus freshness with a soft, sweet and powdery warmth. It wears close to the skin: longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays polite rather than loud. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn and winter well behind. It leans towards daily wear, the office and leisure time, and is rarely chosen for evenings or nights out. Voters split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably in between. Sicilian mandarin orange and Calabrian lemon give it a bright, green-tinged freshness. Vanilla absolute and two kinds of tonka bean sweeten it and add a creamy softness, while gaiac wood leaves a faint woody trace and hedione keeps the whole thing light and airy.

Mandarin Carnival

7.3

The Merchant Of Venice · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Merchant Of Venice Mandarin Carnival is a unisex scent that softens fresh, green citrus with a sweet floral touch, and it suits spring and summer days. It opens with Sicilian mandarin orange, bergamot and petitgrain, with green notes sharpening the freshness. In the heart, orange blossom, neroli and freesia turn it floral and lightly sweet. The base of musk, blond woods and amber is calm and soft. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen mainly for leisure, business and daily wear. Votes lean feminine, though modern and masculine both get a fair share. Le Labo Fleur d'Oranger 27 and Molinard Fleur d'Oranger have a close profile.

Dreckig bleiben Limited Edition

7.0

AtelierPMP - Perfume Mayr Plettenberg · 2013

Spicy · Woody · Resinous

AtelierPMP - Perfume Mayr Plettenberg Dreckig bleiben Limited Edition is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of ginger and mandarin against a dry, resinous smokiness of cistus and cedar. Most voters pick fall and winter, while spring and summer trail behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. More voters call it masculine, though a fair share see it as feminine. It opens with Chinese ginger, Sicilian mandarin, Calabrian bergamot and neroli, spicy and fresh, with smoke present from the start. In the heart, elemi resin, cistus, gurjum and balsam tree turn the mood earthy and resinous. The base rests on cedar, gaiac wood and sandalwood, with vanilla softening the edges.

Bois Satin

7.7

Keiko Mecheri · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Keiko Mecheri Bois Satin is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for nights out and evenings. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. It leans feminine in character, though it is classed as unisex. Amber, vanilla and patchouli build a sweet, resinous base throughout. Saffron adds a spicy warmth, while suede gives a leathery, smoky softness. Rose and jasmine keep the floral side powdery, and Sicilian mandarin orange lightens the richness a little.

Aoud Lagoon

7.3

Montale · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Montale Aoud Lagoon is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh opening of osmanthus and Sicilian mandarin orange against lotus, tiaré and oakmoss. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and business the most common settings. It is unisex, though voters read it as more feminine than masculine. It opens fresh, citrusy and aquatic, with mandarin and osmanthus bringing a floral, fruity sweetness. Lotus and tiaré add a creamy softness in the heart. Oakmoss, Haitian vetiver and Paraguayan gaiac wood give it a woody base. Jil Sander Sun Summer Edition 2020 and Jil Sander Sun Shake have a close profile.

1872 Mandarin

8.8

Clive Christian · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clive Christian 1872 Mandarin is a unisex fragrance that softens fresh, fruity citrus with a floral heart and a woody base, and it leans towards spring and summer. The top is bright with Sicilian mandarin orange, lemon, bergamot and ginger, while coriander and basil add a light green edge. Rose, jasmine and freesia give the heart a soft floral feel. In the base, patchouli, cedarwood and amber close it with a creamy, gently sweet woodiness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. It reads more masculine than feminine to those who voted, though it is unisex. It has been discontinued. Byredo Bal d'Afrique and Roja Parfums A Midsummer Dream have a close profile.

Leo

7.3

Tiziana Terenzi · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiziana Terenzi Leo is a unisex perfume that sets a fresh citrus opening against a floral, sweet body, with a woody, powdery finish that suits spring and summer days. It opens with kumquat, mandarin orange, bergamot and orange, then turns floral at the heart with rose, jasmine sambac and magnolia. In the base, sandalwood, cedar and tonka bean sweeten it and settle it into a creamy, woody ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with evening and business also getting votes. It reads more feminine than masculine, though a good share of voters call it masculine. Tiziana Terenzi Libra and Yves Saint Laurent Libre (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Notorious

8.1

Boadicea the Victorious · 2016

Green · Sweet · Gourmand

Boadicea the Victorious Notorious is a unisex scent that pairs sweet, gourmand warmth with spice, smoke and leather, and suits fall and winter evenings. It opens with cinnamon, saffron and Sicilian mandarin orange, then deepens at the heart with dark chocolate, frankincense and cistus. Indian sandalwood, leather, patchouli and amber dominate the base, while green, earthy and smoky accents run through it. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Most voters read it as leaning masculine.

Darling Nikki

7.2

Vilhelm Parfumerie · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Vilhelm Parfumerie Darling Nikki is a spicy, lightly sweet unisex scent that moves between fresh citrus and smoky leather. The top notes of Sicilian mandarin orange, black pepper and blackcurrant open bright, fruity and sharp. In the heart, carrot seed, black lotus and saffron add a floral, spicy softness. The base of leather, tonka bean and wood smoke sweetens the scent and settles with a smoky character. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters recommend fall and spring, though winter has a solid following too. It leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Voters mostly read it as feminine, but some find it masculine, in keeping with its unisex label.

Amber Ghost

7.9

House of Fanatics · 2024

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

House of Fanatics Amber Ghost is a sweet, spicy and creamy amber scent, resinous and woody with an oriental feel, and it suits autumn and winter evenings as a unisex perfume. It opens with Somalian frankincense, Mediterranean saffron and Sicilian mandarin orange, where resinous spice is lifted by bright citrus. In the heart, lily of the valley, Italian orange blossom and Malayan sandalwood add a creamy floral softness. The base of Brazilian tonka bean, Tahitian vanilla and amber turns sweeter and settles into a warm finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes are nearly even, so it sits comfortably on either side. Mugler Ambre Redoutable and Xerjoff Amber Star have a close profile.

Giambellino

8.4

V Canto · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

V Canto Giambellino is a unisex scent that sets bright, fresh citrus over a floral and green heart, then settles into a sweet, creamy warmth. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange, orange and lemon. In the heart, geranium, lavender and jasmine sambac bring a floral, slightly spicy turn. In the base, patchouli, vanilla and caramel sweeten and soften the whole. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean most towards fall, then spring, and pick it for evenings, leisure and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it sits comfortably on either side. Memo Paris Corfu and Xerjoff Verde Accento have a close profile.

Empire

7.9

Boadicea the Victorious · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Boadicea the Victorious Empire is a unisex scent that opens with fruity freshness and settles into a floral, sweet and woody base. The top is bright with plum, peach, Sicilian bergamot and Sicilian mandarin orange, with pink pepper adding a touch of spice. In the heart, May rose, jasmine sambac, magnolia and gardenia form a full floral core. Vanilla, raspberry, patchouli and sandalwood sweeten the base and give it a creamy warmth. Most voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Spring and summer lead while winter trails far behind, and leisure, business and daily wear get nearly equal votes. Close to half of voters find it feminine. Boadicea the Victorious Fidelity and Anfas Salam have a close profile.

Tangerine Vert

7.5

Miller Harris · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Miller Harris Tangerine Vert is a unisex fragrance that pairs Sicilian mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit in a fresh, green citrus; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Masculine and feminine votes are close, which puts it somewhere in between. It opens with the three citrus notes in front, then moves into a floral-green heart of orange, geranium and marjoram. In the dry-down, moss, cedarwood and musk add a light woody base. Fruity and spicy touches stay in the background. Atkinsons Mint & Tonic and Roads Unsaid have a close profile.

Hawaii Volcano (Parfum Extract)

8.2

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Hawaii Volcano is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around Sicilian mandarin orange, Jamaican lime and hibiscus. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with a place at the office too. It reads neither clearly feminine nor masculine, sitting somewhere between the two. A citrusy, aquatic freshness dominates: mandarin, lime and bergamot give it a bright start. Ylang-ylang, hibiscus and Jasminum auriculatum add a floral, lightly fruity sweetness. Tropical woods and Tonkin musk soften that freshness and keep it in the background.

Indompté

8.3

Givenchy · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Givenchy Indompté is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance built around Sicilian mandarin orange, saffron and Malayan oud; it has been discontinued. It opens with Sicilian mandarin orange, bringing a fruity, sweet brightness. Moving into the heart, saffron and Woodleather® turn it spicy, leathery and smoky. Malayan oud anchors the base with a woody, resinous depth, and the overall feel is oriental. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, while business and daily wear are chosen far less. Most see it as masculine. Gucci Gucci Intense Oud and bdk Parfums Ambre Safrano have a close profile.

Big (Body Spray)

7.7

Lush · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lush Big (Body Spray) is a fresh, citrusy body spray that suits spring and summer days, with a light floral character that works for women and men alike. Most voters pick spring and summer; autumn comes well behind and winter is chosen least. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some use at the office too. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters call it feminine more often than anything else, though modern and masculine votes are there as well. Sicilian mandarin orange and neroli give it a bright citrus freshness, orange blossom absolute adds the floral side, and vanilla absolute brings a sweet, creamy softness. Fresh, aquatic and green accords come forward, while fruity, spicy and powdery tones stay in the background. Chambre52 Contre Ta Peau and Mizensir Solar Blossom have a close profile.

Ruby N Vanilla Intense

7.7

EBK

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

EBK Ruby N Vanilla Intense is a creamy unisex scent where fruity, gourmand sweetness is held in check by spice and wood, and it suits cooler seasons and evenings best. Sicilian mandarin orange and bergamot bring a bright, fruity freshness, which vanilla absolute and almond turn into a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Patchouli, gaiac wood and ambergris set a woody, lightly oriental base underneath. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring, while summer stays in the background. Leisure, night out, daily wear and evening all draw close votes. Most voters read it as feminine, though it works as a unisex scent. Aaron Terence Hughes Zeus / Daddy and The Dua Brand Intensified Vanillac Ruby have a close profile.

Fruits of the Musk

6.3

Montale

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Montale Fruits of the Musk is a fresh, fruity and sweet floral scent, with blackberry and raspberry resting on a soft bed of white musk. The whole composition is built around summer fruit: Sicilian mandarin orange and Calabrian bergamot add brightness, blackberry and raspberry carry the sweetness, while Bulgarian rose and strawberry leaf bring a light floral and green touch. White musk softens everything, and the synthetic accord gives it a clean, smooth feel. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is rarely chosen. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Although it is sold as unisex, most voters read it as feminine.

Eternal Lily Amber

6.1

Bohoboco · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Bohoboco Eternal Lily Amber is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a touch of spice. It opens with Sicilian mandarin orange and Granny Smith apple, bright and juicy. In the heart, Turkish rose, jasmine and lily bring the floral character forward. Indonesian patchouli, Bourbon vanilla and ambergris settle underneath, softening the sweetness and giving it depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn first, with spring and winter close behind. It is recommended most for leisure, and also suits evenings and nights out. Voters split almost evenly between reading it as feminine and masculine.