The Perfume Library

Dirty Violet

7.3

Heretic · 2019

Floral · Green · Spicy

Heretic Dirty Violet is a unisex fragrance that sets a floral, green heart against powdery, earthy and leathery tones. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted on them. Most voters point to fall and spring, with winter not far behind and summer taking the smallest share. Leisure, daily wear, business and evening sit close together as occasions. Voters most often call it feminine, while masculine and classic readings are not far off. Violet leaf, orris root and Turkish rose draw a floral, powdery front, rounded out by jasmine sambac. Cypriol, leather, patchouli and cedarwood add an earthy, woody, spicy weight. Amber, labdanum, frankincense and ambrette bring a resinous warmth.

6 Hours to Rio

8.0

Frapin · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Frapin 6 Hours to Rio is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, fruity and woody character that leans towards casual, everyday wear. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the vote count is small, so those ratings are best read with caution. Voters pick it most for leisure and daytime, with business and evening close behind. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. It opens with guava, mango and pineapple for a sweet fruit note, while cardamom and ginger add a light spice and mandarin orange and bergamot keep the citrus bright. Rose and ambrette sit in the heart. The base of vetiver, sandalwood and amber gives it a woody footing. Bujairami Dominus and Creed Aventus Cologne have a close profile.

Sexy Rio de Janeiro

6.0

Michael Kors · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Michael Kors Sexy Rio de Janeiro opens with mandarin orange, Brazilian mango and honeysuckle, then moves through rose and jasmine to vanilla: a sweet, fruity floral for women that has been discontinued. The top notes of lime blossom, mandarin orange and mango give it a fresh, fruity start. At the heart, rose, gardenia, jasmine absolute and violet build a floral body. In the base, Tahitian vanilla, sandalwood and musk sweeten and soften the whole. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings rest on a limited sample. It reads feminine, and its fresh, sweet character suits light everyday wear. Salvador Dali Crazy Kiss and Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Sweet Paradise

7.6

French Avenue · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

French Avenue Sweet Paradise is a feminine scent that sets a floral, fruity sweetness on a powdery, creamy base. Longevity and projection are both rated moderate, though few votes back this up, so it is a rough guide. No clear season or occasion stands out, but the soft, sweet profile suits easygoing daily wear. Mandarin orange, ambrette and musk open light and clean. In the heart, peach, iris, rose and peony bring a fruity floral sweetness. Tonka bean, heliotrope and barley leave a creamy, powdery warmth underneath.

similimirage

6.6

Première Peau · 2025

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Première Peau similimirage is a unisex perfume that pairs a fresh, green character with a spicy, smoky and leathery streak. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Leisure and evening wear get the most votes, with business and daily use close behind. These ratings come from small numbers of votes, so they are best read loosely. Thyme, pine and Dalmatian immortelle give it a green, spicy sharpness. Salty and mineral notes and sand keep it dry and airy, while resins and synthetic leather add a woody, smoky depth. Ambrette softens the whole a little.

Peau d'Orris

9.3

Wasif Reza · 2025

Floral · Woody · Animal

Wasif Reza Peau d'Orris is a unisex chypre that sets a floral, woody character against powdery, creamy and leathery touches; it has been discontinued. The top shows apricot, osmanthus and kaffir lime, joined by Bangladeshian oud. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine sambac, neroli and orris root build a floral, powdery backbone. The base rests on leather, Mysore sandalwood, Siberian deer musk and oakmoss absolute, giving it a woody, leathery, animalic ground. Voters find the longevity very strong and the sillage strong, and although the number of votes is small, the ratings are high. As a unisex scent it can read as masculine or feminine. Wasif Reza Peau d'Orris V2 and Areej Le Doré Borneo de Orris have a close profile.

Hindu Honeysuckle

7.2

Providence Perfume · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Providence Perfume Hindu Honeysuckle is a fresh, citrusy floral with a green, earthy edge and a balance of sweetness and spice, made for anyone. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though the few votes behind those ratings make them a rough guide. Voters pick it mostly for leisure and daytime, while some also wear it for evenings, work and nights out. Honeysuckle, rose and Indian jasmine sambac carry the floral heart. Bergamot and coriander add freshness and a light spice, while vetiver and ambrette lay an earthy base under them. An animal note also shows in the accords. Louis Vuitton Orage and Givenchy Vetyver have a close profile.

Black Forest Elixir

8.1

Al Ambra

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Ambra Black Forest Elixir opens on white peach, orange and bergamot and settles into vanilla and musk, a fresh, sweet unisex scent. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are still tentative. It reads suitable for both men and women and sits close to an everyday scent. The top notes of white peach, orange, mandarin orange and bergamot give a citrusy, fruity freshness. Towards the heart, orange blossom and lily of the valley add a soft floral touch while vetiver lays a woody floor. In the base, vanilla, patchouli, musk and ambroxan sweeten it and pull it towards a creamy warmth. Avapari Amara and Cacharel Liberté have a close profile.

Peartopia

6.9

L'Atelier Parfum · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

L'Atelier Parfum Peartopia is a fresh, floral and fruity unisex scent built around pear, iris and magnolia, and it leans towards easy daytime wear. It opens with ambrette and pear, a sweet fruit kept light. In the heart, iris and magnolia pull the scent in a floral, creamy direction. The base of white musk, cedarwood and ambroxan sets down a soft, woody floor, with a clean, slightly synthetic feel running through it. Longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither disappears nor fills a room. Most voters suggest it for daily wear, leisure and the office, while night outings sit well behind. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on men and women alike.

Origins of the Collector

8.3

Memoirs of a Perfume Collector · 2022

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Memoirs of a Perfume Collector Origins of the Collector is a unisex woody, spicy scent built on caramel, espresso and patchouli at its heart, softened by amber and vanilla. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It is described as unisex. Frankincense sits on top, with caramel, espresso and patchouli in the heart. In the base, amber, vanilla, ambrette, Peru balsam and musk sweeten and soften the whole. The overall feel is spicy, resinous and earthy, with a smoky edge. Etro Patchouly (Eau de Toilette) and Profumum Roma Patchouly have a close profile.

Flores Island (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Flore Botanical Alchemy

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Flore Botanical Alchemy Flores Island Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that most voters wear in spring and summer, for relaxed days and evenings out. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and voters split between calling it feminine and masculine, so it doesn't lean on one gender. Leisure is the most common setting, followed by evening and business wear. It opens with cardamom, bergamot and orange, a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, cypress leaf, sea salt and rose balance floral, green and aquatic tones. The base adds a sweeter weight with vanilla, sandalwood and coconut, while amber and oud leave a woody, resinous trail. Costume National Scent and Lancaster Sunwater have a close profile.

Violet Sandalwood / Pillow Talk (Eau de Parfum Oil)

7.9

Sand + Fog

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sand + Fog Violet Sandalwood / Pillow Talk (Eau de Parfum Oil) is a fresh, powdery floral, with citrus and green touches settling into a light, sweet woodiness, and it suits anyone, men and women alike. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters rate its value for money very highly. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It opens with sapote and bergamot, giving a fruity, citrusy freshness. In the heart, violet and magnolia add a soft, powdery floral note. Musk, cedarwood and ambrette in the base set the scent on a warm, woody footing. Byredo Mojave Ghost and Bujairami Dead Serious have a close profile.

Amun Re - The Tears of Ra

8.1

Soivohle · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Soivohle Amun Re - The Tears of Ra is a floral, spicy unisex scent that sets the sweet warmth of honey, vanilla and amber against hawthorn, ylang-ylang and cassia. The top holds hawthorn, cassia, opoponax, gaiac wood and linden blossom, while lemon, ylang-ylang, angelica root and aldehydes make up the heart. The base sweetens with ambrette, vanilla, honey, amber and henna, leaning into a resinous, smoky warmth. The overall feel is floral and oriental, with a woody frame behind it. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, so it sits close and leaves a measured trail. It suits men and women alike, especially those who enjoy dense, sweet orientals. Its profile is close to Memo Paris Tiger's Nest and Penhaligon's As Sawira.

Maggie the Cat is Alive, I'm Alive!

7.0

Marissa Zappas · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marissa Zappas Maggie the Cat is Alive, I'm Alive! is a unisex scent that sets oakmoss, amber and sandalwood beneath iris, violet, peach and champagne. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it tends to stay fairly close to the skin while still being noticed nearby. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. Overall it reads fresh and citrusy, with a floral, powdery side. Peach and champagne add a sweet, fruity lightness, while oakmoss and castoreum bring a chypre feel and a slight animal depth. Amber and sandalwood settle it onto a creamy, warm base. Solar note and ambrette round out the mix.

Sincere

7.0

ILK · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

ILK Sincere is a unisex fragrance that stays fresh and floral, with fruity sweetness softened by a powdery, creamy base. Peach nectar, ginger flower and milk make up the top, opening fruity and milky-sweet. In the heart, iris, ambrette and ylang-ylang bring a floral, powdery softness. Saffron, coconut and amber finish with a spicy, creamy, gourmand warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It suits any skin, with no lean toward masculine or feminine.

Salty Breeze

7.4

Autobiography · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Autobiography Salty Breeze is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance in which citrus and green tones come to the front. Sea salt and sage open it, ambrette and grapefruit form the heart, and kelp sits at the base. The citrus and fruity side softens the salty, green air, while the spicy and woody tones stay in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough picture. It is also rated well for value. Alexandria Fragrances Salty Waves and Brite Bondi Storm have a close profile.

Lazuli / من ولي

8.2

Al Wataniah

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Wataniah Lazuli / من ولي is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built around lavender, mandarin orange and neroli. Its longevity is weak and its sillage moderate, so it reads as a light fragrance that needs refreshing through the day. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on both men and women. With few votes behind them, these ratings are only a rough guide. The top pairs lavender, rosemary, myrtle and bergamot with mandarin orange, bitter orange and lemon, and the citrus leads. In the heart, neroli, jasmine, African orange blossom and pittosporum add a soft floral layer. The base of angelica, ambrette and amber sweetens it slightly and leaves it powdery. Parfums Vintage Neroli and The Dua Brand Neroli of Genoa have a close profile.

Vanilla Tea

7.4

Rirana · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Rirana Vanilla Tea is a unisex scent that pairs fresh, fruity sweetness with a creamy gourmand character. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, though the ratings rest on few votes, so treat them as a rough guide. It suits anyone who likes a light, sweet scent that doesn't lean masculine or feminine. Taken as a whole, the fruity brightness of pear, blood orange, apricot and lime leads. Rose and honeysuckle add a soft floral note. Vanilla and sugar give it a creamy, sweet body, while tea keeps that sweetness in check.

Dead Serious

8.0

Bujairami · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bujairami Dead Serious is a fresh, floral unisex scent, softened by green, citrus and lightly sweet touches over a woody base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good and consider it good value, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. Its unisex character suits men and women alike; there is no clear lean towards a season or occasion. It opens with sapote and ambrette, a light, fruity start. Violet, magnolia and sandalwood form a soft, powdery floral heart. Cedarwood, musk and amber settle the scent onto a warm, woody base, with a slightly synthetic sheen running through the accords. Byredo Mojave Ghost (Eau de Parfum) and Niche 4 All Magnolia Violet have a close profile.

Jasmin Céleste

7.0

Sharini Parfums Naturels

Fresh · Floral · Green

Sharini Parfums Naturels Jasmin Céleste is a feminine scent that opens a floral heart of jasmine and neroli with the brightness of grapefruit and blood orange. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. It suits those who want a soft, close-to-the-skin scent for daytime rather than something that fills a room. Grapefruit and blood orange give a fresh, fruity start. The heart is made of geranium, rose, petitgrain, jasmine and neroli, where the floral and green sides dominate. In the base, cabreuva, benzoin, ambrette and cedarwood settle the scent onto a sweet, powdery, woody ground. Carthusia Aria di Capri and Jil Sander Background have a close profile.

Light of Grace

6.6

Thomas Kosmala

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Thomas Kosmala Light of Grace is a unisex floral and woody scent that opens with iris and ambrette and turns sweeter with vanilla and white blossoms. The top holds iris and ambrette, while amberwood, vanilla and white blossoms lead the heart. Ambergris, white oud and musk soften the base. The overall impression is floral and sweet, with a spicy, woody undertone and a slightly synthetic sheen. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the vote counts are small, so these ratings are tentative. There are no season or occasion votes, so its best time of wear stays open; it reads as unisex. Narciso Rodriguez Jasmine Musc (Eau de Parfum Intense) and Charlotte Tilbury Love Frequency have a close profile.

Rasāyana

7.4

Amphora Exotica · 2025

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Amphora Exotica Rasāyana is a unisex oriental, resinous scent where honey, orange and Bulgarian rose meet in a sweet, citrusy and floral frame. It opens with honey, orange and lemon, while mimosa and pandanus soften that bright sweetness. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, cardamom and Kashmiri saffron set a floral and spicy line. The base of Hawaiian vanilla, benzoin and Indian oud, with butter, ambrette and Mysore sandalwood, adds a creamy, woody and slightly animalic warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the vote counts are small, so treat that with caution. The sweetness and oud weight suit cooler weather and evenings better. It reads balanced between masculine and feminine. Ensar Oud CP Raspberry and Rochas Moustache (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Solution No. 3

7.3

Off-White · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Off-White Solution No. 3 is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening of blackcurrant, pear and pink pepper with damask rose absolute and a powdery musk base. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate by those who voted, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. With no season or occasion votes, there is nothing firm to say about when to wear it; being unisex, it sits comfortably on anyone. The opening is led by the sweet, fresh fruit of blackcurrant and pear, with pink pepper adding a light sharpness. In the heart, damask rose absolute and ambrette bring a soft floral note. The base of powdery notes, musk and ambroxan settles the scent into a creamy, woody warmth.

Game of Spades Emerald

8.1

Jo Milano

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Milano Game of Spades Emerald is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens on grapefruit, bergamot and ginger, with orange blossom and neroli at its heart. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the vote count is small, so these ratings should be read with caution. There are no season or occasion votes, but the fresh, aquatic character points to light, airy wear. It begins with a citrus opening: grapefruit and bergamot feel bright, while ginger adds a spicy edge. In the heart, orange blossom and neroli bring a floral softness, and the sweet, creamy side comes forward. The base of musk and ambrette closes it smooth, with a faintly synthetic cleanness. Emir Memories of Summer and Louis Vuitton Sun Song have a close profile.