The Perfume Library

Dirty Rice

7.6

Borntostandout · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Borntostandout Dirty Rice is a floral, sweet gourmand scent, softened by creamy, powdery and woody tones, and made as a unisex fragrance. The top notes are almond and bergamot: the almond brings sweetness while the bergamot lightens the start. In the heart, milk, peony and basmati rice settle into a creamy, powdery surface. The base of vetiver, cedar and sandalwood lays down a woody floor, with musk smoothing it out. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business use close behind. In character votes, feminine leads and modern comes second. Perfumes with a close profile include Comptoir Sud Pacifique Éclats d'Amandes and L'Erbolario Mandorla.

Queen of Life

7.2

La Rive · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

La Rive Queen of Life is a feminine perfume that sets floral and fruity notes over a sweet, gourmand warmth with a powdery touch. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer the least chosen. Leisure, daily wear and evening get almost equal weight, and most voters read it as feminine. Pear and blackcurrant make up a fruity opening. In the heart, jasmine, iris and orange blossom bring a soft floral note. The base of vanilla, praliné, almond and tonka bean turns the scent sweet and gourmand, with patchouli tempering that sweetness slightly. Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum and Zara Red Vanilla have a close profile.

Rouge Intense

7.8

Câline · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Câline Rouge Intense opens with almond and plum, then settles into a heart of rose, jasmine and tuberose: a sweet, gourmand scent made for women. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings and nights out leading and summer trailing far behind. It mostly reads as feminine. Almond and plum give the opening a fruity sweetness. Rose, jasmine and tuberose build the floral heart. In the base, sandalwood, musk and vanilla leave it powdery, creamy and gently spicy. Chris Adams Belle Noire and La Rive Sweet Hope have a close profile.

Good Life for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Davidoff · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Davidoff Good Life for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent built around bergamot, lavender and grapefruit; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage both rate as good. In the character votes, masculine leads, with classic and modern close behind. The top opens fresh, green and fruity, with fig leaf, blackcurrant and melon beside the citrus. In the heart, magnolia and violet add a soft floral touch. The base of tea, sandalwood and amber settles it into a sweet, woody finish.

Neighbour's Cherries

7.6

olakala · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

olakala Neighbour's Cherries is a unisex scent that sets sour cherry and saffron over leather, olive and smoky woods, carrying fruity sweetness on a spicy, leathery base. It opens with sour cherry and saffron, the saffron's spicy warmth softening the fruit's tart sweetness. At the heart, leather, olive, osmanthus and almond take over and the sweetness dries down a little. Papyrus, smoke and woods give the base a woody, smoky ground. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and nights out and evenings are the occasions it suits best, while summer sits well behind. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, though it stays unisex. For leather and smoky wood lovers, Tom Ford Tuscan Leather Intense and Amouage Sequence have a close profile.

Dalika

8.2

Parfums d'Elmar · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Parfums d'Elmar Dalika is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with peach, caramel and tonka bean, then moves into Haitian vanilla, praliné and almond. The base carries rum, dark chocolate and cocoa sweetness, while Java vetiver and Australian sandalwood add a woody, creamy depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with summer a rare choice. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it wears comfortably on anyone.

Sweet Hope

7.3

La Rive

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

La Rive Sweet Hope is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings, with apricot, vanilla and almond adding a gourmand warmth. It opens with apricot, plum and coconut, a fruity sweetness. In the heart, tuberose, rose, jasmine and lily of the valley form a floral veil, while caraway adds a light touch of spice. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, musk and almond softens everything into a creamy, powdery, oriental finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, then evenings and nights out, though it also fits leisure and daily wear. Over half of voters read it as feminine. Câline Rouge Intense and Chris Adams Belle Noire have a close profile.

Alien Liqueur de Parfum - Création 2013

8.4

Mugler · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Jour de Fête

7.3

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2004

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

L'Artisan Parfumeur Jour de Fête is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that pairs laurel, Bourbon vanilla and cedarwood with wheat and almond; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage sit in the moderate-to-weak range, so it suits anyone who wants a soft trail close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and finds a place at the office too. Most voters read it as feminine. Laurel and cedarwood build a floral, woody base, and orris root wraps it in a powdery softness. Wheat and almond carry the gourmand side, while Bourbon vanilla keeps the sweetness warm and round. A spicy touch hums faintly in the background. Derek Lam 10 Crosby Something Wild and L'Artisan Parfumeur Bois Farine have a close profile.

Rahät loukoum

7.6

Serge Lutens · 1998

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Serge Lutens Rahät loukoum is a sweet, powdery unisex scent built around heliotrope, rose and tonka bean. Heliotrope and rose set a floral base, while white honey, vanilla and tonka bean turn it creamy and gourmand. Almond and cherry pit add a fruity edge, and the spicy, oriental accords keep it warm. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Alexandre.J Imperial Peacock and Etro Heliotrope have a close profile.

Girl of Now Shine

7.6

Elie Saab · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Elie Saab Girl of Now Shine is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that opens with roasted pistachio, pear and pineapple. The top notes bring a fruity sweetness through pistachio, pear and pineapple. In the heart, orange blossom, almond and ylang-ylang turn the floral side soft and creamy. Vanilla leads the base, iris adds a powdery touch, and patchouli stays in the background, keeping the sweetness in check. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Autumn and winter lead, spring follows close behind, and summer gets the fewest votes. It suits leisure time, evenings and nights out, and most voters read it as feminine. La Rive Queen of Life and Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum have a close profile.

Mallow

7.1

Sora Dora · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sora Dora Mallow is a sweet, powdery unisex fragrance built around raspberry, vanilla sugar, almond and heliotrope. It opens with pink pepper sharpening the sweetness of raspberry and vanilla sugar. In the heart, heliotrope, almond and orange blossom turn it creamy and floral. The base of ambrette, violet and black musk dries down soft and powdery, with the gourmand sweetness and a synthetic sheen staying to the end. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, nights out and evenings. Most voters read it as feminine or modern. Nature Blossom Moon Flower and Parfums de Marly Oriana have a close profile.

Minya

8.1

Paris Corner · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Paris Corner Minya is a sweet, creamy gourmand with a floral side, classed as unisex. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters find it strong value for money. Summer, spring and fall draw close to equal votes, with winter trailing. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and in the character votes feminine leads, with modern second. It opens on almond and pistachio. Heliotrope, cashmeran and jasmine bring a soft floral heart, and the base of salted caramel, vanilla and sandalwood settles it into a creamy, sweet finish. A synthetic accord is part of the profile too. Initio High Frequency and Câline Madame Chérie have a close profile.

Blu Indaco

7.6

Giardini di Toscana

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giardini di Toscana Blu Indaco is a unisex scent that wraps fresh citrus in a sweet, powdery, creamy gourmand softness. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and frangipani, a citrus freshness softened by floral notes. In the heart, vanilla and almond sweeten the scent and bring out its powdery, creamy side. The base of Muscenone® and ambroxan leaves a clean, synthetic trail. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters place it in spring and fall, with winter ahead of summer. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with evening, night out and office use also voted. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or masculine.

Emanuele

7.9

Pana Dora · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Pana Dora Emanuele is a fresh, sweet unisex floral built around roses and white flowers. The top is led by Turkish rose, Bulgarian rose, tuberose and bergamot, with nutmeg adding a spicy edge. In the heart, lily of the valley and vanilla sweeten it into something creamy and powdery. Almond, frankincense and vetiver in the base give the floral body a woody footing. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and night outs and leisure are the most named occasions. Half of voters read it as feminine, while many call it modern. Delina and Club de Nuit Impériale have a close profile.

L'Homme Idéal Sport

7.5

Guerlain · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Guerlain L'Homme Idéal Sport is a fresh, citrusy masculine scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for leisure and daytime wear. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate: it sits closer to the skin than a room-filling scent. Daily wear, office and sport lead the occasions, while evening and night out play a small part. Most voters read it as masculine, with a good share calling it modern. The top holds almond, spices and aquatic notes, and fresh, aquatic and citrus accords lead. Neroli sits in the heart, with patchouli, coumarin and vetiver underneath. Coumarin and almond add a gentle sweetness, while vetiver and patchouli give it a woody base.

Peace & Love

7.9

Lattafa Pride

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lattafa Pride Peace & Love is a unisex fragrance that keeps a fresh, floral line, softening its fruity sweetness with a powdery, creamy feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. It leans towards daily and leisure wear and sits comfortably in the office too. More than half of voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. It opens with bergamot, blackcurrant and almond, a fresh and lightly fruity start. Tuberose and rose bring the floral heart forward. In the base, vanilla, sandalwood and heliotrope sweeten it and settle it into a powdery, creamy finish. Veronique Gabai Souvenirs de Tunisie and Alghabra Sweet Reflection have a close profile.

L'Homme Idéal Cologne Forte

8.4

Guerlain · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Guerlain L'Homme Idéal Cologne Forte is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, its green and sweet sides settled on a woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it carries well into autumn, while winter gets the fewest votes. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead, with evenings and nights out also getting votes. Half of the voters read it as masculine, and many also call it modern. It opens with grapefruit bringing the citrus freshness. In the heart, almond adds a sweet, creamy softness. In the base, frankincense and vetiver build a spicy, woody ground where the scent calms down.

Vangelis

7.4

Sylvaine Delacourte · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Sylvaine Delacourte Vangelis is a warm, sweet and spicy unisex scent, with floral and woody sides softened by a powdery, creamy feel. It has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, while summer gets the fewest votes. It is chosen most for leisure time, then for evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it classic or masculine. Cinnamon, cardamom, clove and Spanish nutmeg set the spice, while jasmine and carnation balance it with a floral softness. Juniper and Italian clementine add a light freshness. Sandalwood, Bourbon vanilla absolute and almond form a warm, creamy, sweet base.

Sol Cheirosa '62 (Eau de Parfum)

8.3

Sol de Janeiro · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Sol de Janeiro Sol Cheirosa '62 Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet gourmand with a creamy, soft feel that reads clearly feminine. It opens with pistachio and almond, while heliotrope and jasmine add a gentle floral heart. In the base, salted caramel, vanilla and sandalwood settle into a creamy, sweet finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer, with fall and spring close behind, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Most voters call it feminine and modern. Paris Corner Minya and Initio High Frequency have a close profile.

Iris Pallida Extrait 6

8.3

Guerlain · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Powdery

Tea Time à Paris - Macaron Amande

7.1

Jeanne Arthes

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Jeanne Arthes Tea Time à Paris - Macaron Amande opens on plum and almond and settles into vanilla and milk, a sweet, gourmand scent made for women. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, while summer gets far fewer votes. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for the office and evening. Most voters find it feminine, and some call it modern. Plum and almond lead the top, while heliotrope and orange blossom add a floral, powdery softness in the heart. Vanilla and milk carry the base into a creamy, sweet finish. The overall impression is fruity, gourmand and powdery.

Liu•Jo Milano

7.7

Liu•Jo · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Liu•Jo Milano is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance built around almond, orange and cocoa, best suited to fall and winter evenings. It opens with almond, orange and mandarin orange, a fruity brightness that is already leaning sweet. In the heart, orange blossom, cocoa and hazelnut turn it gourmand, with a powdery, creamy softness. The base keeps the sweetness going with tonka bean and vanilla, while vetiver and patchouli ground it slightly. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Fall and winter lead, with summer far behind; evenings, nights out and leisure time come up most often. Most voters call its character feminine. Première Note Aura Tonka and Chanel Coco Mademoiselle (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Gentlewoman

7.2

Juliette Has A Gun · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Juliette Has A Gun Gentlewoman is a fresh, citrusy floral whose green and powdery side melts into a sweet, creamy softness, and it suits easygoing daily wear. The top notes are neroli and bergamot, so the citrus freshness leads. In the heart, almond, coumarin and orange blossom build a sweet, powdery, creamy floral texture. Ambroxan and musk at the base keep this spicy, slightly synthetic-edged scent on a soft footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. More voters read it as feminine than any other character, though a fair share call it masculine. Evody Fleur d'Oranger and Prada Nue au Soleil have a close profile.