The Perfume Library

Pacific Chill

8.4

Louis Vuitton · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards warm weather, with most voters recommending summer and spring. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate: lighter than a room-filling fragrance, but more present than a skin scent. Leisure and daily wear come first, while sport and office use are also picked. Votes on character split between masculine and feminine without a clear winner, so it sits comfortably in between. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords dominate, softened by a green streak and a fruity sweetness. Lemon, orange and citron carry the brightness, while basil and peppermint push the green side. Fig and apricot add a light sweetness to the coolness.

17 Rosso

8.0

Roberto Ugolini · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Roberto Ugolini 17 Rosso is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that ties peony and damask rose to the spice of saffron and pink pepper. The top holds ylang-ylang, mint, saffron and white peach, with raspberry leaf adding a green, fruity edge. At the heart, pink pepper, nasturtium, peony and damask rose give a full floral core. The base rests on vetiver, cedarwood and styrax, an woody ground under a sweetness that stays in the background. Voters find both longevity and sillage strong. Spring and autumn lead, with winter and summer a little behind. Night out and evening draw the most votes. Most voters read it as masculine, though it stays unisex. Its profile is close to Rose of No Man's Land and Carios.

Wood Sage & Sea Salt (Cologne)

8.1

Jo Malone · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt (Cologne) is a fresh, green and aquatic unisex scent that pairs a salty breeze with the calm, lightly woody feel of sage. It opens with ambrette seed, moves into sea salt and mineral notes at the heart, and settles on sage. Citrus and a touch of sweetness soften it, while the spicy and woody sides stay in the background and give it a light dryness. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it sits close to the skin and stays quiet. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it reads as in between. Two perfumes with a close profile are The Dua Brand Herbs & Sea Salt and Tomas Arsov Sage | Seaweed | Salt.

Blanche Bête

8.1

Liquides Imaginaires · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Liquides Imaginaires Blanche Bête is a unisex scent that pairs milk, jasmine and tuberose with vanilla, tonka bean and cocoa, leaning floral and gourmand. The top notes are milk, Mystikal® and ambrette seed, so it opens creamy and soft. In the heart, frankincense, jasmine, tuberose and Mahonial® build a floral body. The base of vanilla, tonka bean and cocoa adds sweetness, with powdery and synthetic touches running through the texture. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. No single season dominates; fall and spring lead by a small margin. Leisure and daily wear get the most votes. Most voters read it as feminine and modern, though it is classed as unisex. Its profile is close to The Dua Brand Milkylicious and Lattafa Her Confession.

Fleur de Peau (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Diptyque · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Diptyque Fleur de Peau Eau de Parfum is a powdery, creamy and clean floral musk, described as unisex and leaning towards everyday wear from spring into summer. Ambrette seed, iris and musk form its backbone, while pink pepper and aldehydes add a light spicy, fresh brightness. Turkish rose and ambergris soften it, leaving a powdery, creamy, slightly synthetic floral. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin without announcing itself. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and place it mainly in daily, leisure and office settings. Most read it as feminine, though some find it masculine. Mugler Over the Musk and Glossier You (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Néroli Outrenoir (Eau de Parfum)

8.3

Guerlain · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Guerlain Néroli Outrenoir Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and the office. Most voters pick spring and summer; longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It leans towards leisure, daily and business wear, and the votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it sits comfortably in between. Bergamot and petitgrain open it with a citrus freshness. The heart holds orange blossom and neroli, with smoked tea adding a smoky, green edge to the florals. Myrrh, moss and ambrette seed form a creamy, lightly sweet base. Mugler Cologne and Le Couvent Eau Aimable have a close profile.

Fleur du Désert

8.1

Louis Vuitton · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Louis Vuitton Fleur du Désert is a floral, sweet and spicy unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Nights out and evenings lead the occasions, while few choose it for the office. Voters read it as somewhat more feminine, though plenty call it masculine. Jasmine, orange blossom and Rosa centifolia form a floral base, which honey and cinnamon sweeten and warm. Assam oud and Ambrox add a woody depth, while ambrette seed brings a powdery, creamy softness.

Le Mâle Elixir Absolu

7.8

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Elixir Absolu is a sweet, spicy, gourmand men's fragrance built around cinnamon, cardamom and plum. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind and summer far less. It leans towards night-out and evening wear, and sits less naturally in the office or daily use. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern. Cinnamon and cardamom give it a spicy warmth, while plum adds a fruity sweetness. Benzoin, tonka bean and labdanum soften this into a creamy, powdery feel, with bergamot, lavender and patchouli staying in the background. The overall impression is sweet, oriental and dense.

Memoirs of a Trespasser

7.7

Imaginary Authors · 2012

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Imaginary Authors Memoirs of a Trespasser is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent with a spicy, smoky, woody-resinous side. Oak barrel, Bourbon vanilla and benzoin build the sweet, gourmand core. Gaiac wood and myrrh add a woody, resinous, smoky base, while bergamot and ambrette seed lighten it slightly. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Voters call it somewhat more masculine than feminine, though it reads as unisex. Maison Margiela By the Fireplace and Penhaligon's Legacy of Petra have a close profile.

Pure XS for Her

7.4

Rabanne · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rabanne Pure XS for Her is a sweet, gourmand feminine scent that suits fall and winter evenings. It reads as a floral, fruity sweetness, with ylang-ylang and popcorn carrying it. Vanilla and milkwood push it towards a creamy, powdery softness, while sandalwood and musk lay a warm, oriental base underneath. The overall impression is a sugary gourmand with a synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and night out and evening are the occasions it leans towards. Most see it as feminine and modern.

Nuit de Feu

7.1

Louis Vuitton · 2020

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Louis Vuitton Nuit de Feu is a smoky, resinous unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. The notes have no top, heart and base split; the scent reads as one whole. Leather, Assam oud, two kinds of frankincense and incense resin build a woody, spicy, smoky base, while ambrette seed and musk soften it and add an animal warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening or night out; spring and summer trail far behind. In the character votes masculine leads, with classic second. Boadicea the Victorious Intricate and Guerlain Cuir Intense have a close profile.

White Patchouli

7.0

Tom Ford · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Tom Ford White Patchouli is a feminine perfume in which a fresh, floral opening settles into a sweet, spicy, earthy woodiness; it has been discontinued. It opens bright with bergamot, white peony and coriander. Jasmine, rose and ambrette seed give the heart a soft floral feel. The base of frankincense, patchouli and woods adds a woody, slightly oriental footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Most votes read it as feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Yves Rocher Secrets d'Essences - Iris Noir and Reghen's Patchouly Blanc have a close profile.

Musc Outreblanc (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Guerlain · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Guerlain Musc Outreblanc Eau de Parfum is a clean, powdery and creamy floral musk, described as unisex and suited to spring and summer days. The top pairs ambrette seed, white musk and neroli for a fresh opening. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, orange blossom absolute and Iris pallida bring a soft, powdery floral layer. The base of sandalwood and white amber settles into a woody, lightly sweet creaminess. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays a quiet scent close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and office wear lead the occasions. Voters read it mostly as feminine, though some call it masculine. Heeley Blanc Poudre and Phlur Missing Person have a close profile.

Bois Farine

7.3

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2003

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

L'Artisan Parfumeur Bois Farine sets wheat and grain against iris pallida and sandalwood, making a sweet, powdery unisex scent. Fennel seed and grapefruit open lightly, then iris pallida, ambrette seed, wheat and grain take over the heart. It dries down floral and gourmand, with gaiac wood, benzoin, cedarwood and sandalwood adding a woody warmth underneath. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Votes lean slightly feminine, though masculine votes are substantial. L'Artisan Parfumeur Jour de Fête and Place des Lices 1900 have a close profile.

Liaisons Dangereuses Typical Me (Perfume)

7.0

Kilian · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Especially Escada

7.0

Escada · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Escada Especially Escada is a fresh, floral women's fragrance whose aquatic and fruity touches keep it close to everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays near the skin without growing heavy. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings it suits best. Voters mostly find its character feminine and modern. It opens with ambrette seed and pear, the pear adding a light fruity sweetness. In the heart, aquatic notes, ylang-ylang and rose meet: the watery coolness is softened by a floral roundness. Musk sits in the base and closes it with a clean, soft trail.

La Fin du Monde

7.5

Etat Libre d'Orange · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Etat Libre d'Orange La Fin du Monde opens on roasted sesame, popcorn and black pepper, a floral, sweet and spicy unisex scent. The top notes are roasted sesame, popcorn and black pepper, so the gourmand and spicy sides come first. In the heart, freesia, cumin and orris absolute move it towards a powdery, floral line. The base of sandalwood, gun powder and ambrette seed adds a woody, smoky and creamy footing. The overall feel is sweet and slightly synthetic. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend fall and spring, with winter in third place. It is chosen most for leisure and daily wear. Voters lean slightly feminine, though masculine votes are not far behind. Sora Dora Lü Bu and Maison Margiela Coffee Break have a close profile.

Young Rose

7.9

Byredo · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Byredo Young Rose is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around damask rose and orris root. It opens with ambrette seed and Sichuan pepper, giving a citrusy, green and slightly fruity freshness. Damask rose and orris root take over in the heart, and musk and ambroxan settle the dry-down into a soft, sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though it is released as unisex. Diptyque Eau Rose and Liis Rose Struck have a close profile.

One Love

7.8

Jean-Louis Scherrer · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jean-Louis Scherrer One Love is a fresh, green floral for women that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It suits leisure, office and daytime wear, lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it classic. It opens with bergamot and lemon, while mimosa, violet leaf and saffron add a green, lightly spicy edge. The heart of lilac, magnolia and iris turns powdery and creamy, with woods giving it a dry frame. Vetiver, ambrette seed and oakmoss in the base complete the chypre feel.

18 Cadjméré

7.4

Pierre Guillaume · 2007

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Pierre Guillaume 18 Cadjméré is a unisex fragrance that sets a fruity, sweet opening over a gourmand, woody and resinous base. The top is tangerine and plant juice: the tangerine bright and sugary, the plant juice keeping it slightly green and damp. In the heart, rosewood and Kenyan cypress resin add a dry, spicy woodiness. The base of sandalwood, vanilla and ambrette seed turns it powdery and creamy-soft. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure time and evenings, and the feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it doesn't read as belonging to one side. Its profile is close to Esteban Orientalissime and Profumum Roma Oxiana.

Nocologne

7.8

Fugazzi · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Fugazzi Nocologne is a fresh, green, citrus-led unisex scent built around lemon, grapefruit and bergamot, an easy fit for spring and summer days. It opens with lemon, grapefruit, Calabrian bergamot and mandarin orange in a lively citrus bundle. In the heart, pink pepper and ginger zest add a spicy edge, while orange blossom and mimosa bring a sweet, fruity softness. Vetiver, moss and crystal amber keep the green feel going in the base. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and everyday wear. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters read its character as more masculine and modern. Dior Eau Sauvage Cologne and Histoires de Parfums 1873 have a close profile.

IV-I Lost Alice

7.8

Masque · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Masque IV-I Lost Alice is a floral, sweet gourmand with a powdery, creamy and woody feel, worn as a unisex fragrance. It opens bright and spicy with bergamot, black pepper and ambrette seed. The heart turns powdery and floral with black tea, orris concrete and white rose, while carrot adds an unusual softness. The base settles into a creamy, woody warmth of milk and Indian sandalwood. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, though its unisex build suits men too. Molinard Secret Sucré and Emir Delicieuse have a close profile.

Over the Musk

8.1

Mugler · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Iris (2014)

8.1

Le Galion · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Le Galion Iris is a fresh, green floral: bright citrus softened by a powdery, creamy iris, and it reads as a feminine perfume. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It suits daily wear, the office and leisure time, and is picked less often for evenings or nights out. Most voters find it feminine and classic. Lemon and bergamot open bright and citrusy, while ambrette seed and green mimosa add a green lightness. In the heart, iris, lily and rose build a floral body, with galbanum keeping the green note going. The base of musk, amber and Atlas cedar finishes it woody and creamy. Casamorati Mefisto Gentiluomo and Rochas Eau de Rochas Fraîche have a close profile.