The Perfume Library

Damn Hippie

7.9

Ikiryō · 2017

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Ikiryō Damn Hippie is a resinous, smoky and earthy scent, classed as a men's fragrance, that sits comfortably in leisure hours and evenings out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring close behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, so it doesn't read firmly as either. Perfumes with a close profile include Mancera Hindu Kush and Scent Trunk Sensuous Amber. Amber, benzoin and labdanum give it a resinous warmth, while vanilla and rum add sweetness. Patchouli, cedar and tree moss bring an earthy, slightly green woodiness. Frankincense leaves a smoky trace, and musk and amberwood soften the whole.

Bella Vita (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Guess · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Guess Bella Vita Eau de Parfum is a floral, fruity women's scent that links blackcurrant, black cherry and jasmine to the sweetness of vanilla orchid and praliné. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter a step behind; it leans towards daily and leisure wear and can also be worn in the evening. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens bright and juicy, with Italian lemon lifting the blackcurrant and black cherry. The heart is floral, built on jasmine, tuberose and vanilla orchid. In the dry-down, praliné, tonka bean, musk and amberwood turn it creamy and gourmand. Jean Paul Gaultier La Belle Le Parfum and Rasasi Qasamat Ebhar have a close profile.

Paithani

7.5

Penhaligon's · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Penhaligon's Paithani is a sweet, spicy and woody women's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. Though it was released as a women's perfume, voters split almost evenly between calling it masculine and feminine. Nutmeg, black pepper and cardamom open it with spice. The heart holds maté absolute, milk and rose, with the milk adding a creamy softness. The base of leather, amberwood, labdanum and Indian cedar leaves a resinous, smoky, leathery sweetness.

Baklava Royale (Extrait de Parfum)

7.1

Navitus Parfums · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Extrait de Parfum

Navitus Parfums Baklava Royale Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, creamy gourmand scent, with honey, pistachio and almond resting on a warm vanilla base. It opens with orange blossom and Italian bergamot, which add a light floral glow. The heart turns richer and sweeter with honey, pistachio and roasted almond. The base of Bourbon vanilla, amberwood and Brazilian tonka bean leaves a creamy, woody and spicy warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It is unisex, though half of the voters read it as feminine.

Olé

7.0

Ramón Monegal · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ramón Monegal Olé is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, fruity-floral sweetness on a powdery, woody base. It opens with raspberry, pineapple and coriander, the fruit sweetness touched by a light spicy coolness. In the heart, jasmine, black orchid and cedarwood hold the floral side together with a woody backbone. White musk, amberwood and oakmoss then soften it into a creamy, powdery, slightly resinous base. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall, followed by summer and spring, and it is chosen most for leisure and evening. Its feminine and masculine sides sit close together, so it reads as truly unisex. Ramón Monegal Cherry Musk and Flamenco (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Al-Kimiya - Oud et Bois

7.6

d'Orsay · 2014

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

d'Orsay Al-Kimiya - Oud et Bois is a woody, resinous unisex scent built around Laotian oud, patchouli and amberwood; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring further behind and summer rarely chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it is also worn for leisure. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a sizeable share of voters call it feminine. The scent moves as a single whole: cypriol and patchouli bring an earthy, smoky tone, warmed by the resinous labdanum and frankincense. Laotian oud and Australian sandalwood form the woody body, while spicy and leathery accents give it a dry edge. The oriental side dominates.

Mandarine Sultane

6.7

Alexandre.J · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandre.J Mandarine Sultane is a fresh, fruity citrus scent warmed by florals and a touch of spice, made for women. It opens with a bright citrus layer of mandarin orange, lemon and bergamot. In the heart, orange blossom, neroli and jasmine add a soft floral note, while peach and almond sweeten it. The base of musk, sandalwood and saffron settles into a woody, creamy warmth. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Most pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with office use close behind. Most voters read it as feminine. Elizabeth Arden Sunflowers and Anima Vinci Neroli Wisdom have a close profile.

23NAO - North Atlantic Ocean

7.3

Agua de Surf · 2018

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Agua de Surf 23NAO - North Atlantic Ocean is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for relaxed daytime wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions that come up most. Voters read it as more masculine than feminine, though plenty also call it classic or modern. The scent runs fresh, aquatic and green, with sea breeze, plankton and ozone suggesting the shore. Bergamot brightens it, while black pepper and nutmeg add a spicy edge. Cedarwood, vetiver and sandalwood set the woody base.

Rose Layali

7.4

Mehira · 2026

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Mehira Rose Layali is a floral unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings, setting rose against a sweet vanilla and woody base. Most voters recommend fall and winter, with nights out, leisure and evenings leading the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It is described as unisex. Bergamot, orange and Italian lemon give it a bright start. In the heart, rose and Egyptian geranium carry the floral character, while vanilla, amberwood and patchouli settle it into a sweet, creamy, woody base, with spicy and oriental touches in the accords. Marc Gebauer Red Sand and Louis Varel Extreme Rose have a close profile.

Aquaman (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Rochas · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Rochas Aquaman Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance for men, with a green and woody side. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, and few choose winter. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and reads as masculine. The top notes of cypress, grapefruit and eucalyptus open bright and cool. In the heart, clary sage, geranium leaf and coriander seed bring a green, spicy edge. The base of amberwood, cedarwood and cardamom settles into a woody, earthy footing.

Speed Legends - Le Mans Classic Spirit

7.9

Ex Nihilo · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Ex Nihilo Speed Legends - Le Mans Classic Spirit is a fresh, green and woody men's scent that opens on sage and bergamot and moves through blackcurrant to vetiver; it has been discontinued. Sage and bergamot lead, giving a fresh, citrusy, slightly green start. Blackcurrant adds a soft fruity note in the heart. The base of tonka bean, amberwood and vetiver settles into a woody, lightly sweet ground, with aquatic and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and see it as suited to daily wear, leisure and the office; most call it masculine, with some finding it classic. Fragrance World Zero to Legend and Loewe 7 Cobalt have a close profile.

#Sunset Café

8.0

Ramón Monegal · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Ramón Monegal #Sunset Café is a unisex scent that opens with kelp, coconut and coffee and carries strawberry, jasmine and rose in its heart. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works at the office too. In the character votes masculine leads, though a fair share call it feminine. The accords are fresh, floral and aquatic. The fruity, sweet side comes from the strawberry, with creamy and spicy tones in the mix. It opens with kelp and coffee softened by coconut. In the heart, strawberry, jasmine and rose add a floral sweetness. Musk, amberwood and oakmoss ground the base. Its profile is close to Roberto Ugolini Azzurro and Montale Sweet Peony.

Shanthi

8.4

Śasva · 2024

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Śasva Shanthi is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, aquatic character with fruity sweetness, with green and spicy touches. It opens with cardamom, mint and pink pepper, then marine notes, mango and pineapple bring a fresh, juicy fruit feel to the heart. The base of amberwood, labdanum and patchouli leaves a woody, resinous warmth. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn not far behind, and it is chosen most for leisure, nights out and evenings. Votes for masculine and feminine character run close, so it sits between the two. Armaf Odyssey Homme White Edition and Police Icon have a close profile.

Walaa

8.0

Swiss Arabian

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Swiss Arabian Walaa is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh opening of bergamot, mandarin orange and lavender on a woody base, with green and spicy touches. The top holds geranium, bergamot, mandarin orange and lavender, so citrus and green lead the way. In the heart, jasmine, violet, cinnamon and coriander add a spicy, floral middle. The base of amberwood, ambroxan, musk and fir balsam gives a woody, fougère-style finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits business, leisure and daily wear. It reads mostly masculine, with a modern side. The Dua Brand Legendary Knight and Parfums de Marly Percival have a close profile.

Garden Haze / Soul Garden

7.0

Flora Danica · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Flora Danica Garden Haze / Soul Garden is a fresh, green floral that keeps its sweetness and light spice in the background, and it suits daily and office wear as a unisex scent. It opens with vervain, aquatic notes and pink pepper, a bright and lightly spicy start. In the heart, rum, orange blossom and elder bring a floral sweetness. The base of cistus, white musk, amberwood and vetiver settles into a soft, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by autumn and summer, while winter is chosen less. It leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Guerlain Homme (Eau de Parfum) and Santa Maria Novella Cala Rossa have a close profile.

CK One Summer 2015

6.0

Calvin Klein · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2015 is a fresh, citrusy, aquatic unisex scent for warm days; it has been discontinued, but it suits anyone after something light and easy. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure, daily wear and sport lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. More voters call it masculine, though a fair share read it as feminine. It opens with watermelon, lemon zest and juniper berry, giving a sweet, fruity coolness. The heart adds ginger, star anise and cucumber for a light spicy and green touch. Musk, amberwood and patchouli form a woody base. The watermelon's sweetness carries a bright synthetic sheen. Adidas Fresh Impact and Calvin Klein CK Free have a close profile.

Alibi (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Oscar de la Renta · 2021

Floral · Aquatic · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Oscar de la Renta Alibi Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet and gourmand women's scent that opens with ginger flower and mandarin orange and settles on praliné and musk. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer trailing behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Ginger flower and mandarin open with a sweet brightness. In the heart, vanilla orchid and heliotrope add a creamy, softly powdery feel, while aquatic notes lend the sweetness a light freshness. Praliné, musk and amberwood leave a warm, gourmand trail at the base. Guess Bella Vita and Ariana Grande Cloud Pink have a close profile.

Al Areeq Gold

7.5

Lattafa Pride

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Lattafa Pride Al Areeq Gold is a sweet, spicy and smoky oriental; it is classed as a women's perfume, yet its leathery, woody character reads closer to masculine. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with daily and office wear far less favoured. In the character votes, masculine leads, with feminine behind it. It opens with black tea and saffron. In the heart, suede, frankincense and leather bring a smoky, resinous turn. Musk, amberwood and vanilla at the base soften the sweetness. Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Desert Oud and Swiss Arabian Attar Mubakhar have a close profile.

Gingerlise

7.2

J.U.S - Joyau Unique & Sensoriel · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

J.U.S - Joyau Unique & Sensoriel Gingerlise is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex scent in which ginger's spice is softened by a fruity lightness. Madagascan ginger, Calabrian lemon and lemon grass lead, while fig and mint add a green, fruity coolness. Pink pepper brings a light touch of spice, and musk and Haitian vetiver form a calm base underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, work and daily wear. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost equal, so it reads genuinely unisex. Strangers Parfumerie Lights upon Orange Tree and L'Orchestre Parfum Electro Limonade have a close profile.

Gourmand Coffee

7.9

Zara · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zara Gourmand Coffee is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance led by coffee and chocolate, best suited to cooler seasons and evenings. Coffee, chocolate and amberwood read together: the roasted edge of the coffee is softened by the chocolate, while amberwood lays a warm, woody layer underneath. The scent is sweet and gourmand throughout, with a touch of spice and a creamy softness alongside. Most voters recommend winter and fall, and leisure, evening and a night out lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most votes call it feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. Demeter Fragrance Library Tiramisu and J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Café M. have a close profile.

Ambre de Siam (2016)

7.0

Volnay · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Volnay Ambre de Siam is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent with a powdery, resinous character that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and summer is almost never chosen. It leans towards leisure, evenings and nights out. It reads neither clearly feminine nor masculine, as votes split almost evenly between the two. The top opens with ginger, bergamot and green tea, spicy and fresh. At the heart, clove, rose, frankincense and powdery notes come forward, softened by sandalwood and vanilla. The base of Siam benzoin, patchouli and white musk dries down sweet, warm and earthy.

Sì Passione Red Bloom

6.5

Giorgio Armani · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Giorgio Armani Sì Passione Red Bloom is a fresh, floral and fruity women's scent that leans towards spring and summer and easygoing leisure wear. Bergamot, blackcurrant bud absolute and raspberry give it a bright, fruity opening. At the heart, Iris pallida, rose absolute and rose build a floral line, softened by powdery and creamy accords. In the base, Bourbon vanilla sweetens the scent while amberwood and cashmeran give it a warm, soft footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office get the most votes. Most see it as feminine, and some call it modern. Lancôme Idôle Aura and Essential Parfums Rose Magnetic have a close profile.

Cognac Cafe

7.7

Galleria Parfums · 2020

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Galleria Parfums Cognac Cafe is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent, balanced by spice and wood, that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with liquorice, almond, coffee and brown sugar, so the coffee-and-sugar note is dense from the first spray. In the heart, cognac, Indian papyrus and sandalwood come forward, while the coffee absolute adds depth to the sweetness. The base of vanilla, Virginia cedar, myrrh and amberwood settles it onto a creamy, resinous, woody foundation. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out; it also works for leisure time. Feminine and masculine votes are almost level, so it sits in the middle of the gender line. Les Indémodables Café Arabesque and French Avenue Spectre Wraith have a close profile.

Vanilla Bliss

7.8

Essential Garden · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Essential Garden Vanilla Bliss is a women's perfume that sets a sweet, creamy base of vanilla, brown sugar and tonka bean against a fresh floral frame. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick winter and fall, with daily and leisure wear leading the occasions, though it is soft enough to wear in spring too. It opens with orchid, pineapple and May rose, fresh and fruity. Jasmine and lily of the valley carry the floral heart. In the base, musk, patchouli and amberwood give a woody footing to the vanilla and brown sugar. The gourmand and creamy accords dominate, with a touch of spice. Nihan Hypnotique and Lattafa Pride Affection have a close profile.