The Perfume Library

Sauvage Elixir

8.1

Dior · 2021

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Dior Sauvage Elixir is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance with a woody, oriental backbone, opened up by a fresh start. Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and summer is the least chosen season. It is worn mostly for evenings and nights out, with some votes for daytime and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, with many calling it classic. Grapefruit, cardamom, nutmeg and cinnamon give it a bright, spicy opening, with Provençal lavender at the heart. In the base, patchouli, liquorice, Haitian vetiver and amber notes pull the scent towards a sweet, woody warmth.

Bleu de Chanel L'Exclusif

7.5

Chanel · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Coco Mademoiselle Crush Absolu

6.9

Chanel · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Crush Absolu pairs the freshness of grapefruit and lychee with the sweet floral softness of jasmine, rose and vanilla, a modern scent aimed at women. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest autumn and winter, then spring; it leans towards nights out and evenings, with room for leisure and daily wear too. It reads feminine and modern. The top notes of grapefruit and lychee open fresh and fruity. Jasmine and rose give the heart a floral softness. In the base, vanilla brings sweetness while patchouli and vetiver add woody depth. Fresh, fruity and floral accords lead, with spicy and powdery touches in the background. Gucci Rush and Jil Sander Everose have a close profile.

Lili Fantasy

6.1

Juliette Has A Gun · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Juliette Has A Gun Lili Fantasy is a floral, fruity and sweet scent built around chewing gum, jasmine and tuberose. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some wearing it to the office. Close to half of voters find it feminine, and some call it modern. The chewing gum note opens with a sweet, playful feel. In the heart, jasmine absolute and tuberose absolute carry the floral side. In the base, ambroxan and amber notes soften everything and leave a smooth, synthetic trail. L'Orchestre Parfum Bouquet Encore and Anna Sui Fantasia Pop Surprise! have a close profile.

Cacao²

6.9

Maison Tahité · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Maison Tahité Cacao² is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent where spice, cocoa and resin take the lead. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evening, night out and leisure wear. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine, with votes split almost equally. It opens with cinnamon for a spicy warmth. The heart brings roasted notes and labdanum, and the base is dominated by cocoa and vanilla. Amber, benzoin, vetiver and cedar set that sweetness on a woody, resinous footing. Powdery, creamy, earthy and slightly smoky sides show through as well. Laboratorio Olfattivo Alambar and Kilian Amber Oud have a close profile.

La Nuit de L'Homme (2026) (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Yves Saint Laurent · 2026

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Parfum pairs the freshness of red apple and bergamot with the warmth of tobacco and Moroccan red chili, a men's scent that leans towards evenings and cooler months. It opens fresh and fruity with red apple and bergamot. In the heart, tobacco and Moroccan red chili bring a spicy warmth and the scent turns sweeter. Amber notes settle into a woody, powdery base, with a synthetic sheen running through the whole. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Leisure and evening wear lead, and night outings suit it too. Valentino Uomo Born In Roma Coral Fantasy and Halle Berry Reveal the Passion have a close profile.

Paris - St. Moritz

7.7

Chanel · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Chanel Paris - St. Moritz is a fresh, floral and sweet unisex scent built on pear, rose, amber and musky notes. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with winter and summer trailing a little behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Votes lean towards a feminine character, though many also call it modern. Because the notes have no top, heart and base split, it reads as one whole from start to finish. Pear adds a fruity freshness while rose carries the floral side. Amber and musky notes settle it onto a sweet, powdery and creamy base, with a synthetic edge among the accords. Talbot Runhof Purple Cotton and Shanghai Tang Rose Silk have a close profile.

Dune (2026)

8.0

Dior · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Dior Dune (2026) is a floral, fruity scent with a sweet, spicy and woody warmth, made for women. Jasmine and rose set the floral line, while mandarin orange and blackcurrant bud absolute add a fruity brightness. Amber and woody notes lay a warm, sweet base beneath them. The notes have no top, heart and base split, so the scent reads as one piece from start to finish. A synthetic edge also shows among the accords. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters spread it across evening, daily wear and nights out, and some also choose it for business and leisure. It reads as a feminine fragrance.

Moscow Mule

7.2

Paris Corner

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Paris Corner Moscow Mule is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent, suited to anyone who likes a crisp, cool character. It opens with lemon, bergamot and ginger, where the citrus brightness meets a spicy edge. The heart brings cypress, mint and herbaceous notes for a green, cool feel. The base of moss, amber and ozonic notes keeps the aquatic side alive and settles the scent on a faintly earthy ground. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. They mostly place it in leisure and daily wear, then sport and office settings, with evening and night out far behind. Its value for money is scored highly too. Nusuk Sama and Nishane Ege have a close profile.

Vanilla Latte

8.5

Gulf Orchid

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Gulf Orchid Vanilla Latte is a unisex gourmand that opens on caramel, liquorice and butter, then settles into vanilla and amber. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters point to leisure, evening and night-out wear, with daily and office use further behind. Being unisex, it suits anyone who likes a sweet, warm scent. The opening is sweet and creamy, built from caramel, liquorice and butter. In the heart, jasmine, honey and tonka bean round that sweetness off, and the base of musk, vanilla and amber notes dries down warm and oriental. Spicy and smoky accents stay in the background beneath the sugar. Khadlaj Cream Velvet and Maison Asrar Vanilla Voyage have a close profile.

Joyeux Osmanthe

6.5

Maison Rebatchi · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Maison Rebatchi Joyeux Osmanthe is a fresh, floral unisex scent that gathers apricot and nectarine sweetness around osmanthus, jasmine and rose. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and the occasions named most often are leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. It opens with cinnamon, green leaves, apricot and nectarine, fresh and a little spicy at once. In the heart, osmanthus, jasmine, rose, tuberose and orange blossom form a floral garden, and cedar, musk and amber notes leave a woody, powdery, creamy base. The whole has a sweet, slightly synthetic sheen. Coty Ex'cla-ma'tion and Birkholz Soho Sunday have a close profile.

The One Eau de Parfum Intense

8.3

Dolce & Gabbana · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Dolce & Gabbana The One Eau de Parfum Intense is a floral and sweet scent with a creamy vanilla base and a light spicy edge, made for women. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, and most voters say it stays on the skin for a long time. It is suggested most often for nights out, followed by leisure, business and evening wear. It reads feminine. A spicy opening of pink pepper leads into jasmine. The heart is mostly floral, with a fruity sweetness alongside. In the base, vanilla and amber notes settle the scent into something creamy and warm.

Star Oud

7.3

Montblanc · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Montblanc Star Oud is a sweet, spicy oud fragrance with woody, smoky and resinous sides, made for men and women alike. It has no top, heart and base split and reads as a single whole: oud, sandalwood and precious woods build a woody core, cinnamon and cardamom add spicy warmth, and amber notes sweeten it. Gourmand and oriental accords bring the sweetness forward, while animal and smoky tones darken the character. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though from a small number of votes. Its dense, warm build suits cooler weather and works on anyone. Atkinsons The Other Side of Oud and Lattafa Oud Mood have a close profile.

So.36

8.0

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin · 2026

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin So.36 is a sweet, smoky unisex scent in which whisky, saffron and honey sit over a base of vanilla and oud. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is not firm. It wears comfortably on anyone, with a dense, assertive character. It opens with whisky, saffron, sage, cinnamon and honey, giving a spicy sweetness. Towards the heart, jasmine, osmanthus, rose, Peru balsam and nutmeg add a floral, resinous softness. The base of vanilla, amber notes, cedar and oud leaves a woody, animalic, leathery trail. Alexandria Fragrances Nefarious and Nishane Nefs have a close profile.

Bois Roi d'Agalloche

7.6

Serge Lutens · 2025

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Serge Lutens Bois Roi d'Agalloche is a woody, smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Patchouli, oud and amber notes sit together as a single body rather than separate layers. A spicy, resinous warmth leads, an earthy and animal edge roughens it, and a touch of oriental sweetness stays in the background to soften the whole. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and leisure and evening wear come first, with night out close behind. The masculine reading leads slightly, though the feminine vote is sizeable too. Gucci The Voice of the Snake and Rituals The Ritual of Oudh have a close profile.

Uhud / أُحُد

8.2

Arabiyat Prestige · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Crixus

8.0

Dumo Luxury Perfume · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dumo Luxury Perfume Crixus is a unisex scent that opens with orange, ginger and bergamot, fresh and lightly spicy. Citrus and eucalyptus give the opening a bright feel, while ginger adds a touch of spice. In the heart, white blossoms, lily of the valley and rose lead, with a creamy softness to the floral side. The base of patchouli, cedarwood, amber and musky notes settles it into a sweet, woody finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters score both high. It reads comfortably on men and women alike. Acqua di Parma Zafferano and Dumo Luxury Perfume Commodus have a close profile.

Spartacus

8.7

Dumo Luxury Perfume · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Dumo Luxury Perfume Spartacus is a unisex scent led by orange, peach and vanilla, with a floral, sweet and spicy character. The top notes are orange, peach and tagetes, opening fruity and bright. In the heart, floral notes, lily of the valley, nutmeg and cinnamon come together, adding spice and a powdery softness to the sweetness. The base of patchouli, musky notes, amber notes and vanilla settles into a creamy, gourmand and woody warmth. Voters find its longevity very strong and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are not settled. With its oriental, sweet build, it suits cooler weather best. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Xerjoff Ouverture and Giorgio Armani Armani Code Satin have a close profile.

Dylan (Eau de Parfum)

6.4

By/Rosie Jane · 2020

Fresh · Synthetic · Woody

Eau de Parfum

By/Rosie Jane Dylan Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, powdery feel with a woody, faintly smoky base. It opens with a cool lift from bergamot blossom and ozone. Cedar leaf, jasmine and lily of the valley form the heart. In the base, amber notes, gaiac wood and white musk soften everything, and the accords keep a slightly synthetic sheen. Voters find both longevity and sillage weak, so Dylan stays quiet and close to the skin. The vote count is small, so this is a tentative reading. Two perfumes with a close profile are Zara 001 Synth Aura and Bujairami Too Damn Clean.

Sherif / شريف

8.0

Lattafa · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Lattafa Sherif / شريف is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. It opens with apple and bergamot, giving a green, fruity freshness at first. In the heart, cashmeran and violet add a powdery, woody softness. The base of musky and amber notes sweetens it slightly and settles into a warm finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the vote counts are small, so treat those figures as approximate. Lattafa Hayaati and Palmaria Flor de Naranjo have a close profile.

Jules (2026)

7.5

Dior · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Dior Jules (2026) is a fresh, green men's fragrance that pairs spicy and aromatic notes with tonka bean, moss and woody notes. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the sample of ratings is small, so those figures are only a rough guide. It is made for men, and its fougère structure keeps it close to the classic masculine tradition. The scent leans fresh and citrusy, with a green streak running through it. Spicy and aromatic notes meet moss and woody notes, while tonka bean and amber notes add a sweet, warm softness. Animal and leathery accents stay in the background and give the scent a darker undertone. Coty Route 66 Cool Shadow and Marbert Toro have a close profile.

Britannia

7.8

Boadicea the Victorious · 2018

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Boadicea the Victorious Britannia opens with cardamom, coriander and amber notes, then moves into orange blossom and neroli for a sweet, spicy unisex scent. The top notes of cardamom and coriander give a spicy start, softened by amber notes. In the heart, orange blossom and neroli bring a citrusy floral warmth. The base is led by woody notes, leather and ambergris, leaving a powdery, resinous, leathery oriental character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and also suits leisure time. More voters read it as feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. Boadicea the Victorious Joyous and Guerlain Ambre Éternel have a close profile.

Blue Danube

7.0

Dusita · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Dusita Blue Danube is a unisex scent that opens on cardamom and dried fruits and turns sweeter with benzoin and vanilla. The top is cardamom and dried fruits. The heart brings benzoin, tobacco absolute, sandalwood, orris butter and clove, giving a spicy, powdery warmth. The base of amber notes, gaiac wood, Virginia cedar wood and Bourbon vanilla absolute settles it into a woody, creamy, resinous sweetness. The fruity and gourmand sides are clear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters pick it mostly for leisure, evenings and nights out, with business wear well behind. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Commodity Gold and Serge Lutens Jeux de peau have a close profile.

Moonstone Noire

7.3

French Avenue · 2024

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

French Avenue Moonstone Noire is a unisex fragrance with a sweet, smoky character, deepened by spice, resin and leather touches. It opens with smoky notes, and a woody base forms in the heart from cedarwood, balsam and vetiver. The base holds amber notes, vanilla, white oud and Saffiano™. Vanilla brings sweetness and a creamy texture, while the oud pushes the spicy, resinous and animal tones forward. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is not firm. It is a dense, warm profile that sits comfortably on both men and women. Perfumes with a close profile include Roja Parfums Parfum de la Nuit 1 and Fragrance World Incense Alchemy.