The Perfume Library

Blue Chyp

7.9

Jinx · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jinx Blue Chyp is a unisex chypre that pairs maritime pine, bergamot and roses with oakmoss and oud, opening fresh and citrusy. The top brings maritime pine, bergamot, aldehydes and neroli for a bright start. The heart is floral, built on May rose, Bulgarian rose, Turkish rose, lily of the valley and blue lotus, with birch tar adding a smoky edge. The base of Sri Lankan oud, oakmoss, amber, ambergris and civet settles into a woody, powdery and animalic dry-down. Voters rate its longevity as very strong and its sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small. The chypre structure and animalic base make it a character-driven choice rather than an easy everyday scent. Paloma Picasso Paloma Picasso and Lanvin Clair de Jour have a close profile.

Cloud Reverie

7.6

Future Society · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Future Society Cloud Reverie is a fresh, lightly sweet unisex scent built around iris, kelp and musk. Aquatic flowers and kelp give it a cool, watery feel. Iris adds a soft, powdery layer, while aldehydes bring a clean, synthetic brightness. Vanilla and sugar sweeten it slightly, and musk gathers everything on a smooth base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. Its character is light and clean, with no lean towards either gender. Guerlain L'Heure Bleue and Narciso Rodriguez For Her L'Eau have a close profile.

Complice (Eau de Toilette)

8.5

Coty · 1973

Floral · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Coty Complice Eau de Toilette is a powdery, green floral chypre for women, opening on bergamot and aldehydes and carrying lilac, rose and jasmine at its heart; it has been discontinued. It opens bright and lightly spiced with bergamot, orange blossom, aldehydes and peach. In the heart, lilac, narcissus and rose lead, softened by a powdery iris. The base settles into vetiver, oakmoss, sandalwood and musk, with civet adding a deep, animalic edge. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and evening and night-out wear get the most votes. It reads clearly feminine. Its profile is close to Le Galion Sortilège and Rabanne Calandre.

(Flower Please)

7.1

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

Zara (Flower Please) is a fresh, floral and powdery scent built around linen, jasmine and aldehydes. Linen gives the opening a clean, airy feel, while jasmine and aldehydes add a bright floral heart. In the base, amber, salty notes and white musk soften everything into a creamy warmth, with a slightly synthetic edge running through the accords. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes split closely between feminine and masculine, so it doesn't lean hard either way. Téo Cabanel Et Voilà and LM Parfums Aldhèyx have a close profile.

Gold Chypre

7.9

The Dua Brand · 2020

Floral · Green · Fruity

The Dua Brand Gold Chypre is a unisex chypre built on oakmoss, amber and ylang-ylang, with strong floral and woody sides. Gold Chypre has strong longevity and sillage, and most voters rate both highly, though the vote count is small, so treat that as a rough guide. It does not lean towards men or women. Oakmoss and labdanum form the chypre backbone, while tuberose and Grasse jasmine carry the floral side. Plum and peach add a fruity sweetness, cinnamon and clove a spicy warmth, and vanilla, sandalwood and benzoin soften it all into a powdery, woody base.

Chéngmén

8.5

January Scent Project · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

January Scent Project Chéngmén is a unisex scent that deepens a floral, sweet core with spice and oud, leaning woody with a faint animal edge; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, and no clear lean towards a season or occasion shows. It opens bright with lemon, bergamot, fruity notes and aldehydes. The heart brings mimosa, red champaca, lily of the valley and white pepper, with painted nettle root and olive absolute adding an unusual texture. In the base, Thai, Cambodian and Vietnamese oud meet vanilla, benzoin and musk, and the dry-down stays sweet and woody.

Cuir Belga

8.1

Volaré

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Volaré Cuir Belga is a unisex scent that opens with aldehydes and tangerine and settles into a sweet, suede-and-vanilla leather. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though the small number of votes makes that a tentative read. There are no season or occasion votes, so no particular time of year stands out, but it sits comfortably on both men and women. It starts bright and lightly fruity with aldehydes and tangerine. At the heart, patchouli and immortelle lay down a woody, spicy ground. The base of amber, heliotrope, vanilla and suede turns creamy, powdery and sweet around a leather core. Guerlain Cuir Béluga (Eau de Parfum) and Routine Paris Pouvoir Noir have a close profile.

Green Jeans

6.3

Versace · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Versace Green Jeans is a fresh, green, citrus-led fougère for men that has since been discontinued. It opens with tarragon, lemon, bergamot and lime, sharpened by lavender and aldehydes. In the heart, caraway, jasmine and rose add a soft floral layer while the spicy touch stays in the background. It dries down on fir, cedar and oakmoss for a woody chypre base, with musk and amber sweetening it slightly. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter a small share. It leans towards leisure and daily wear and also suits the office. Karl Lagerfeld Photo and Lacoste Original have a close profile.

Maître Couturier

7.6

Extrait d'Atelier · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Extrait d'Atelier Maître Couturier is a fresh, powdery floral-woody scent with a unisex character, leaning towards autumn and spring. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling a room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, while summer is the least chosen season. It suits leisure, daily and office wear, and works in the evening too. It opens with aldehydes and ozonic notes, giving a clean, slightly synthetic freshness. In the heart, lavender and African violet add a soft, powdery floral touch. The base of gaiac wood, birch wood, white musk and laurel builds a woody, creamy and lightly spicy ground.

Oud Dukhan / Al-Dukhan

7.4

Régime des Fleurs · 2021

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Régime des Fleurs Oud Dukhan / Al-Dukhan opens with cardamom and black pepper and settles into a smoky heart of oud and frankincense resin, in a scent aimed at men. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring has a fair share too. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine, with others calling it classic or modern. Cardamom, aldehydes and black pepper give the opening a spicy, slightly sharp edge. In the heart, oud and frankincense resin take over, and the scent turns woody, resinous and smoky. White musk and ambergris in the base soften it, leaving the synthetic and oriental tones smoother as it dries. Rasasi Ashaar pour Homme and Montale Bakhoor have a close profile.

Kouros Eau de Toilette Tonique 2014

7.0

Yves Saint Laurent · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Eau de Toilette Tonique 2014 is a masculine scent that sets a fresh, citrusy opening against spice, wood and earth; it has been discontinued. Bergamot, star anise and aldehydes give the top a bright, lightly spiced start. In the heart, geranium and patchouli pull the scent towards the earth, while frankincense and Virginia cedar lay a dry, woody base. Oriental and animal facets sit among the accords, but the fresh side stays in front. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. Most voters place it in daytime, office and leisure wear, with evening and night out further behind.

Champagne de Bois

7.0

Sonoma Scent Studio · 2008

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Sonoma Scent Studio Champagne de Bois is a woody, powdery unisex scent that lays spice, resin and smoke over a floral core. Jasmine and aldehydes set a floral, lightly powdery base, and clove adds spice to it. Sandalwood and vetiver give the body a woody, earthy weight, while amber and labdanum absolute pull it towards a warm, resinous, smoky and slightly leathery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though from a small number of votes. Most voters pick it for evening and nights out, with daily wear and office use trailing behind. Voters call it more feminine than masculine, but a good share see it as masculine, so it sits comfortably between the two.

Rain in Tuscany (Extrait de Parfum)

7.0

The Misk Company · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Extrait de Parfum

The Misk Company Rain in Tuscany Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent where jasmine, rose and white blossoms lead, warmed by saffron and spice. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards night-out, leisure and evening wear, with business and daily use also getting a share. It reads as suitable for both men and women, with a moderate trail. The top is jasmine, rose, white blossoms, mitti attar, aldehydes and bergamot, giving a fresh, floral, green opening. Saffron, spices and rose make up the heart, and aromatic notes with vanilla sweeten and soften the base. Deck of Scarlet Solar Aura and Mystikum The Geisha's Secret Garden have a close profile.

Yendi (Parfum)

8.3

Roberto Capucci · 1974

Fresh · Floral · Green

Roberto Capucci Yendi (Parfum) is a feminine fragrance with a fresh, green and powdery floral chypre character; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind; it leans towards evening and nights out, with some votes for daytime and business wear. Most voters read it as feminine, and a fair share call it classic. Aldehydes, bergamot, hyacinth and peach lead the top. In the heart, lily of the valley, rose and iris build a floral base, with honey adding sweetness and clove a touch of spice. The base of moss, sandalwood, amber and vanilla settles into a woody, powdery, sweet warmth. Le Galion Megara and Van Cleef & Arpels First have a close profile.

Lieber Moment 214

8.4

Krigler · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Krigler Lieber Moment 214 is a unisex scent that balances a fresh, floral character with a sweet, powdery softness, leaning towards spring and relaxed, leisure wear. Most voters pick spring, then summer, with autumn and winter getting fewer votes. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and it sits comfortably on men and women alike. It opens fresh with lavender, Mongolian grapefruit and aldehydes. Violet, ylang-ylang and Italian rose bring a floral softness to the heart. Philippine patchouli, white musk and La Réunion vanilla settle underneath, closing woody, lightly spicy and powdery-sweet. Roméa d'Améor and Van Cleef & Arpels Lys Carmin have a close profile.

Sônia Bogner - Bogner Woman

8.1

Bogner · 1987

Citrus · Floral · Green

Bogner Sônia Bogner - Bogner Woman is a feminine scent that sets a bright opening of bergamot, lemon and peach against a floral heart of ylang-ylang, iris and rose, on a warm base of tolu balm and sandalwood. Citrus and peach come first, with green notes and aldehydes keeping the start fresh. In the heart, ylang-ylang, iris and rose turn powdery and floral. The base of tolu balm, sandalwood, vanilla and amber adds a sweet, resinous, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters favour winter, fall and spring equally, with summer trailing behind. It suits daytime as well as evenings and nights out. It reads as feminine and has been discontinued.

Dark Wave (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

R./ Cosmetics · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

R./ Cosmetics Dark Wave Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that sets a citrus and aquatic freshness against sweet fruit and a woody base. Its longevity is rated weak and its sillage moderate, though the vote count is small, so treat that as a rough guide. With no season or occasion votes, all that can be said is that the fresh, sweet style points to casual daily wear. Grapefruit, lemon, mint and coriander give the opening its coolness. Melon sweetens the heart, while ginger and nutmeg add spice. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and amber is woody and creamy, and the aldehydes lend a slightly synthetic sheen. R./ Cosmetics After Shave and Armaf Club de Nuit Iconic have a close profile.

Medusa

4.5

Sikelia - Acque di Sicilia · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sikelia - Acque di Sicilia Medusa is a floral, fruity unisex scent built around rhubarb, red fruits and violet, with a sweet side that leads. Medusa's longevity and sillage are both moderate. There are no season or occasion votes to go on, so it is best described simply as a unisex scent that can sit comfortably on anyone. It opens with rhubarb, aldehydes and red fruits, which give a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, violet, cashmere and amber lay a soft floral base. The base of almond, white musk, heliotrope and apple dries down sweet, powdery and slightly synthetic. Sarantis B.U. Sexy and Salvatore Ferragamo Giardini di Seta have a close profile.

In the Mood for Love Tender

6.7

Gianfranco Ferré · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gianfranco Ferré In the Mood for Love Tender is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and the office. It has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, business and leisure leading and evening a small share. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. The vote counts are small, so these ratings are a guide rather than a verdict. It opens with tangerine, aldehydes and berries, a bright, lightly fruity start. Rose, lotus and jasmine give the heart a soft floral body, while the aquatic and synthetic accords keep it cool. In the base, benzoin, musk and cypress sweeten it slightly and finish with a grounded warmth.

Semi-Bespoke 22

8.1

Roja Parfums · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Semi-Bespoke 22 is a fresh, green unisex chypre that sets bergamot, petitgrain, rose and jasmine over an oakmoss base. It opens with bergamot, petitgrain, clary sage and aldehydes, a bright citrus start. At the heart, May rose, ylang-ylang and Grasse jasmine bring a soft floral note. The base of oakmoss, galbanum, iris and sandalwood turns earthy, powdery and green, with musk smoothing the edges. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, though the number of votes is small, so treat that as a tentative read. It suits men and women alike and leans towards classic chypre lovers. It has been discontinued. Yves Rocher En Avril Un Soir and Loewe Aire have a close profile.

Ellipse (Parfum)

8.2

Jacques Fath · 1972

Citrus · Floral · Green

Jacques Fath Ellipse (Parfum) is a green chypre for women that opens with aldehydes, bergamot and galbanum and settles into labdanum, oakmoss and patchouli; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring and summer further behind. It is worn across daytime, evening and night out alike. The opening is citrus and green: bergamot, mandarin orange zest, galbanum. In the heart, jasmine and rose add a soft floral touch while vetiver and lavender keep it dry and herbal. The base of labdanum, amber, leather and oakmoss turns leathery, smoky and earthy.

L'Air du Temps x Alix D. Reynis

7.4

Nina Ricci · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps x Alix D. Reynis is a fresh, floral women's scent that suits daytime and office hours; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters pick it for daily wear, business and leisure, while evening and night out play a smaller part. It opens with white carnation, neroli and aldehydes, which give it a fresh, citrusy, lightly spicy start. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac and heliotrope bring the floral side forward. In the base, benzoin, white musk and vanilla sweeten it and leave a powdery, creamy finish.

Soie Rouge

7.3

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Soie Rouge is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. It leans towards leisure time and nights out, and also works for evenings and the office. Close to half of the voters read it as feminine, while a fair share call it classic. The top opens with exotic fruits, pineapple and aldehydes. In the heart, apricot, jasmine, heliotrope, carnation and iris build a floral body. Musk, ambergris and sandalwood soften the base. The fresh, citrusy and fruity side rests on a sweet, powdery, woody ground. Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Rose Muskissime and Chanel 1932 have a close profile.

[⁸⁰Hg] Mercury

4.8

One of those · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

One of those [⁸⁰Hg] Mercury is a unisex scent that ties a fresh, citrusy opening to a floral and woody base, and it leans towards spring and summer. The top is lemon, mandarin orange, rhubarb, blackcurrant and aldehydes, giving a bright, fruity and slightly sweet start. Violet and geranium bring a floral softness in the middle. The base of tolu balm, patchouli, cedarwood and sandalwood settles into a woody, lightly spicy finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring first, then summer, though autumn and winter get votes too. On character, masculine edges ahead of feminine. It has been discontinued. Michalsky Sea and Versace Eros Flame have a close profile.