The Perfume Library

Kirsch

7.3

Headspace · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Headspace Kirsch is a unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings, according to most voters, pairing cherry with spice, leather and smoke. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evening and night-out wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it doesn't pull firmly either way, and a modern feel carries the most votes. Cherry and rum absolute give a fruity, sweet start, saffron adds spice, and leather brings a smoky edge. Oakmoss, orris and Ambrox set a woody, slightly creamy, oriental base.

Amber Musk d'Or

8.1

Aerin · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Aerin Amber Musk d'Or is a feminine scent where amber, musk and sandalwood meet in a sweet, creamy, powdery heart, and it suits evenings and the colder part of the year. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring trails behind, and summer is barely mentioned. Night outs and evenings lead, with leisure and daily wear further back. Half the voters call it feminine, and a fair number find it classic. Coconut water and magnolia leaf keep the opening light. In the heart amber, lily of the valley, ambrox and oud take over, and the base of sandalwood, benzoin, frankincense, musk and praliné settles into a sweet, resinous, faintly smoky warmth. Narciso Rodriguez Amber Musc and Bon Parfumeur 302 Ambre Iris Santal have a close profile.

Summer Day

7.0

Clean · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clean Summer Day is a fresh, fruity-floral women's scent that leans towards summer and spring days; it has been discontinued. It opens with pear, neroli and blackcurrant, a juicy citrus brightness. In the heart, nectarine, rose, white freesia and galbanum set the floral side against a green edge. The base of coconut water, vanilla and heliotrope sweetens it slightly and settles into a creamy softness, with aquatic and synthetic touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, and a smaller share picks spring. It suits leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters find it feminine and modern. Sospiro Dolce Melodia and Clean Endless Summer have a close profile.

Authentic Moment Woman

7.3

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Abercrombie & Fitch Authentic Moment Woman is a fresh, floral and fruity women's fragrance that sits comfortably in everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it is neither loud nor quick to fade. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn and winter are not far behind. It leans towards daytime and leisure wear, and it can also be worn to the office or in the evening. Red fruits, mandarin orange and rhubarb give a fresh, slightly sharp opening. Jasmine and rose bring a soft floral heart. At the base, musk, ambrox, cedarwood, patchouli and leather lay down a woody, powdery, faintly leathery ground, with a gentle sweetness running throughout. Pierre Bourdon La Dame en Rose and Nishane Hundred Silent Ways X have a close profile.

Limone di Sicilia

7.1

Aerin · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aerin Limone di Sicilia is a unisex scent that puts the fresh, green side of citrus first, with a floral and lightly spicy character. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office more than evenings or sport. Voters lean towards calling it feminine, though it stays open to unisex use. It opens with Primofiore lemon, Italian mandarin orange and bergamot in a bright citrus layer, softened a little by lily of the valley. In the heart, Egyptian jasmine and Rosa centifolia add a floral side while pink pepper brings a light spice. Oakmoss and Ambrox settle the scent onto a woody base.

Coffeeze

5.4

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

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

J.U.S - Joyau Unique & Sensoriel Coffeeze is a sweet, woody and smoky unisex scent that suits winter and autumn days, evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and autumn, some spring, and leisure, evening and night out are close to even as occasions. It doesn't lean to one gender: masculine and feminine votes are equal. Coffee, patchouli and tonka bean set a sweet, earthy base. Sandalwood, gaiac wood and Laotian oud add a woody, slightly smoky depth, while frankincense and cistus bring a resinous, spicy warmth. Cashmeran, astratone and ambrox smooth it all out with a synthetic polish.

Mon Paris Couture

7.3

Yves Saint Laurent · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves Saint Laurent Mon Paris Couture is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer, for leisure and everyday wear. It opens with raspberry, grapefruit and bergamot, so citrus and sweet fruit come first. In the heart, orange blossom, rose and white peony add a soft floral feel, while patchouli and white musk settle it onto a sweet, lightly gourmand base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling a room. Most voters find it feminine, and a good share call it modern. It sits easily in daytime and at work. Moschino Fresh Couture and Mancera Sicily have a close profile.

Capri

8.1

Guess · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Guess Capri is a unisex scent that pairs a bright opening of bergamot, pineapple leaf and lemon with a creamy floral heart of frangipani and tuberose. It starts with a citrus and fruity freshness, where bergamot and lemon are softened by pineapple leaf. In the heart, frangipani, tuberose and ylang-ylang form a sweet, powdery, creamy bouquet. Cedarwood, musk and ambrox settle that sweetness onto a woody, clean base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it most for daily and leisure wear, with some votes for night out and evening too. Maison Margiela Beach Walk and Lancaster Sunrise have a close profile.

Racine Carrée

7.1

Anatole Lebreton · 2021

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Anatole Lebreton Racine Carrée is a unisex fragrance that opens with Roman chamomile, carrot and celery, then settles into iris and Haitian vetiver on a green, earthy line. At first, chamomile, carrot and celery give a fresh, green and lightly spicy opening. In the heart, clary sage and iris add a powdery softness, with Glycyrrhiza glabra running alongside the green. The base of cypriol, Haitian vetiver and ambrox rests the scent on a woody, earthy footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a close trail without crowding the room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it is worn mostly for leisure and daytime. It leans masculine in the votes, though a fair share call it feminine. Racyne Verdeur and Les Indémodables Escale en Haïti have a close profile.

Wild Geranium (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Aerin · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Aerin Wild Geranium Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green floral that suits spring and summer days and reads distinctly feminine. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daytime, office and leisure wear. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters call its character feminine, with some finding it modern. It opens with lemon, geranium and pink pepper for a citrusy, green lift. In the heart, narcissus, white peony and orange blossom soften the floral side, while ambrox, tuberose absolute and Rosa centifolia absolute leave a light sweetness at the base. Jo Malone Red Roses and Goutal Le Chèvrefeuille have a close profile.

60 Mirabilis

7.5

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

L'Artisan Parfumeur 60 Mirabilis is a sweet, powdery unisex scent that suits fall and spring days, especially for relaxed, leisure wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter third; leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. Voters read it as somewhat more feminine than masculine, though a good share see it as masculine. As a whole it runs floral and sweet, with a creamy softness and a powdery feel. Bourbon vanilla brings the sweetness, Ambrox adds a clean, synthetic, woody glow, and Somalian frankincense gives a resinous, slightly spicy depth.

Ambraser

5.0

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

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

J.U.S Ambraser is a unisex scent with a fresh, citrusy and aquatic character, held together by woody and spicy touches. Bergamot and Italian lemon lead, while sea salt and juniper berry pull that freshness toward a salty, dry feel. Pepper adds spice, and cedar, cistus and frankincense build a woody, resinous base. Ambrox and ISO-E-Super give it an airy, synthetic warmth. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer; it leans toward leisure and daily wear, with some room for the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it sits comfortably on anyone. Jo Malone Sea Salt & Bergamot and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Éclat de Vert

7.5

Aerin · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aerin Éclat de Vert is a fresh, green floral that pairs bright citrus with a creamy softness, and it reads as a scent for women. Lemon and citrus notes set a bright frame, while galbanum adds a sharp green edge. Jasmine and magnolia build the floral side, and orris absolute with ambrox smooths everything into a creamy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Half of the voters call it feminine. Angel Schlesser Intimate White Flowers and Victoria's Secret Citrus Lily have a close profile.

Beautiful Belle

6.7

Estēe Lauder · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Estēe Lauder Beautiful Belle is a fresh, sweet floral for women, built around tuberose, gardenia and orange blossom in the heart. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is mostly worn for daily and leisure use, with office wear next. Voters call it feminine, and some find it classic. The top opens fruity and fresh with mimosa, lychee and rose. The white flowers in the heart give it a soft, creamy floral body. In the base, orris root, marzipan, suede and musk settle it into a powdery, sweet, woody finish.

Extreme Blue

6.7

Michael Kors · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Michael Kors Extreme Blue is a fresh men's fragrance built on citrus and aquatic tones, softened by a sweet, spicy touch. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it neither dominates a room nor disappears quickly. Most voters place it in leisure, daily and business settings, with some choosing it for sport. It reads as masculine. It opens with bergamot, pink pepper and cardamom, with angelica seed adding a bright, lightly spiced start. The heart of juniper, sage, cypress and sesame turns woody and slightly green. In the base, musk, cashmere wood, patchouli and ambrox settle into a soft, woody finish. Versace Dylan Blue (Eau de Toilette) and Armaf Hunter Intense have a close profile.

JV x NJ - John Varvatos x Nick Jonas (blue)

6.5

John Varvatos · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

John Varvatos JV x NJ - John Varvatos x Nick Jonas is a fresh, green men's scent built on citrus and aquatic accords. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and kaffir lime leaf for a bright citrus layer, with pink pepper adding a light spice. Lavender, rosemary and mint in the heart bring an aromatic, green feel, and sandalwood, Ambrox and Clearwood™ settle it onto a woody, slightly powdery base. Longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither fades quickly nor fills a room. Its clean, fresh profile suits everyday wear, and it reads clearly masculine. Parfums de Marly Percival and Azzaro Sport have a close profile.

Nymphessence

7.5

Roos & Roos · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roos & Roos Nymphessence is a fresh, floral-fruity women's fragrance that suits spring and summer, relaxed leisure hours and easy daytime wear. The scent reads as a whole: citrusy and fresh, with mandarin orange, pear and woodland strawberry adding a fruity sweetness. Jasmine absolute, freesia and magnolia form the floral core, while cedar, oakmoss and ambrox give it a woody, lightly powdery, creamy base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is mentioned most for leisure, work and daytime. Most see it as feminine, and some as modern. Violet Tanagra and Guerlain L'Instant de Guerlain Fleur de Mandarine have a close profile.

Sweet Praline

7.2

Mizensir · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Mizensir Sweet Praline is a feminine scent that sets a floral, fruity sweetness on a creamy, gourmand base, and it suits both day and evening in any season. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Votes spread almost evenly across the four seasons, with fall and spring slightly ahead. Leisure and evening wear lead, while office and daily use follow close behind. Most voters read it as feminine or modern. It opens with raspberry and hedione, and in the heart frankincense and Chinese jasmine add a soft floral note. In the base, benzoin turns the sweetness powdery and creamy, while papyrus and ambrox give it a woody frame. A synthetic sheen runs through it. Burberry Her Intense and Glossier You Rêve have a close profile.

Kahaia

8.0

The Body Shop · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The Body Shop Kahaia is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that suits leisure hours and evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters pick it most for leisure, followed by evening and daily wear, while night out and business get fewer votes. It reads as a feminine scent. The top opens fresh with grapefruit, mandarin orange and pink pepper. In the heart, jasmine, tiaré and kahaia blossom carry the floral side. The base turns sweet and creamy with praliné and vanilla, with ambrox staying in the background. Reyane Tradition Beautiful Garden and Liberty London Tana Meadow have a close profile.

Rose Seljuke

7.9

Chopard · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Chopard Rose Seljuke is a floral, sweet and spicy unisex fragrance that softens rose with vanilla and woods, and suits evenings and nights out best. Bulgarian damask rose and Comorian ylang-ylang form a floral frame, while Bourbon vanilla and Brazilian tonka bean carry it into a sweet, creamy warmth. Australian sandalwood and Indonesian patchouli add a woody, earthy base, and the overall feel is powdery and oriental. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick evening and nights out, and it also works for leisure time. Most votes call it feminine, though a fair share see it as classic or masculine. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood and Louis Vuitton Fleur du Désert have a close profile.

Volantis 685 / Elysian 685

6.8

Maison Noir · 2022

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Maison Noir Volantis 685 / Elysian 685 is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, spicy core against a leathery, woody body. Saffron opens with a spicy note. The heart holds white leather, iris and jasmine, where the leather firms up the powdery side of the flowers. The base of ambrox, cedarwood and praliné adds a sweet, oriental warmth over a woody frame. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring in second place and summer barely chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is also worn for leisure. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as neither strictly. Niche 4 All Amber Saffron and Asabi № 2 Intense have a close profile.

Ocean Dream

7.8

Monkoku · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Monkoku Ocean Dream is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that pairs Calabrian bergamot and Tunisian neroli with aquatic notes. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, and nearly half give both a high score. It reads fresh and works for men and women alike. The aquatic and citrus line leads: bergamot and neroli give a bright start, while aquatic and green notes cool it down. Chinese black tea, ginger and Ceylonese cinnamon add a light, spicy warmth in the background, and Sicilian cedar with ambrox forms a soft, synthetic-leaning base. Evorest № 600 and Avapari Citrus Ceylon have a close profile.

EAU/03 Positano Sunrise

7.7

Zara · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zara EAU/03 Positano Sunrise is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance, softened by a fruity sweetness. It opens with piña colada, grapefruit and violet leaf, where fruity sweetness is balanced by citrus brightness. In the heart, jasmine, frankincense and marine notes give it a creamy, water-like feel. The base of driftwood, white musk and ambrox dries down soft and clean, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and about half of voters call each of them high. Value for money scores very high. Marketed as a men's scent, its fresh, sweet character suits warm days. It shares a close profile with Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Shine and Rabanne Invictus (Eau de Toilette).

Zeus

8.1

OrkusOdes · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

OrkusOdes Zeus is a unisex fragrance that pairs bergamot and neroli with cinnamon, ginger and black tea, giving it a fresh, citrusy and spicy character. The scent reads fresh and aquatic overall: bergamot and neroli bring a bright citrus note, and the green accord supports that freshness. Cinnamon and ginger add a spicy warmth, while black tea contributes a dry, light tone. Cedar and ambrox build a woody base, and the powdery and creamy touches soften the whole. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, with business and sport also getting votes, while night out and evening come further behind. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on both men and women. Perfumes with a close profile include Davidoff Adventure Eau Fraîche and Fragrance World Imaginari.