The Perfume Library

Karuna / กรุณา

7.6

Parfum Prissana · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfum Prissana Karuna / กรุณา is a unisex scent with a floral and spicy character, lifted by fresh, green and resinous sides. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, so it suits anyone who wants a scent that stays noticeable for a long time. It is written for men and women alike, without leaning to either side. Tuberose, jasmine sambac absolute, ylang-ylang and orange blossom build the floral core, while cinnamon, cardamom and clove bring spice, and sandalwood and benzoin add woody, resinous warmth. The accords also carry animal and earthy touches, with tangerine adding a fruity brightness. Parfum Prissana Hirun / หิรัณย์ and Parfum Prissana Tirtha / तीर्थ have a close profile.

Le Vent des Îles

8.3

N•O•A•M · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

N•O•A•M Le Vent des Îles is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy air with a green, woody and earthy character; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Masculine and feminine votes are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either side. Guadeloupian vetiver, Formosan cypress and brown oakmoss build a woody, earthy backbone. Caribbean lime, grapefruit and bergamot add a bright citrus lift, while lavender, basil and violet leaf absolute strengthen the green side. Red frangipani and neroli bring a soft floral touch.

Opulent Shaik Classic No. 33

7.5

Designer Shaik · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Designer Shaik Opulent Shaik Classic No. 33 is a sweet oriental for women, moving from a fresh opening of bergamot and coriander into a powdery floral heart of heliotrope, iris and rose. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter, fall and spring, with few choosing summer. It leans towards nights out and evening wear. The top notes of angelica, bergamot and coriander start fresh. In the heart, heliotrope, iris, rose and peony add a floral, powdery softness. The base of musk, vanilla, sandalwood and tonka bean sweetens the scent and settles it into a warm oriental feel.

Tirtha / तीर्थ

7.7

Parfum Prissana · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfum Prissana Tirtha / तीर्थ is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green floral side against a smoky, resinous woodiness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though evenings and nights suit it too. Votes are split on whether it reads masculine or feminine, so it sits comfortably either way. Jasmine sambac and white champaca build the floral side, while galbanum and herbs add a green freshness. Camphor and lemon grass keep it bright. Underneath come sandalwood, frankincense, benzoin and smoke, with cinnamon and clove adding a light spicy warmth.

Misk'ul Hareem

7.9

Anka Kuş Parfüm · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Anka Kuş Parfüm Misk'ul Hareem is a sweet, woody unisex scent for fall and winter evenings, opening on citrus and settling into a resinous, smoky base. Pink grapefruit and clementine give a bright citrus start. In the heart, jasmine, musk, vanilla and cherry add a soft, floral, fruity sweetness, while Chinese oud, amber, patchouli and frankincense leave a warm, smoky, slightly leathery base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, very few summer, and it is mostly seen as a night-out or evening scent. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. Roja Parfums Qatar and Estēe Lauder Amber Mystique have a close profile.

Rossa Bohème

6.5

Onyrico · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Onyrico Rossa Bohème is a unisex fragrance that sets the freshness of pink pepper, coriander and lemon against the spicy warmth of cinnamon, black pepper and tobacco. It opens with pink pepper, coriander, angelica and lemon, giving a fresh, citrusy and slightly green start. Cinnamon, black pepper and tobacco add a spicy, smoky warmth at the heart. Cedarwood, Java vetiver, patchouli, musk and amber settle into a woody, resinous and faintly powdery base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean towards fall and spring, followed by winter, and place it in leisure, business and evening wear. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on men and women alike. Amouage Opus II and Etro Shaal Nur have a close profile.

Osmanthus

7.2

L'Erbolario · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Osmanthus is a fresh women's fragrance that opens with citrus and settles into a floral, sweet finish, best suited to spring and summer days. Mandarin orange, bergamot and Sicilian lemon give it a bright citrus opening, with apricot adding a soft fruitiness and pink pepper a light touch of spice. In the heart, osmanthus absolute, Turkish rose and jasmine lead, rounded out by gardenia and orange blossom. Bourbon vanilla and benzoin carry the base toward a creamy, sweet finish, while patchouli stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office are the leading occasions. It reads mostly feminine, with a modern side too. By Terry Soleil Piquant and Xerjoff Decas have a close profile.

Chypre Caresse

7.8

Givenchy · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Chypre Caresse is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with a green, floral side; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick spring and summer, with winter rarely chosen. It leans towards leisure, work and everyday wear, and much less towards evenings. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it fits either way. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: lemon brings freshness, jasmine and angelica add a green, floral tone, and patchouli gives a light woody, spicy ground. The result is bright, dry and simple.

Angelique Noir

7.9

Volaré

Fresh · Floral · Green

Volaré Angelique Noir is a unisex scent that links a fresh, green start to a sweet, powdery, gourmand texture. Pink pepper, pear and angelica open fresh with a light spice. In the heart, jasmine and caraway form a floral, spicy bridge. The base is led by vanilla and cedar, with angelica returning there. The overall impression is creamy and woody, a sweetness softened by oriental warmth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and is suggested almost as often for a night out, business and evenings. Its profile is close to Jo Adams Candid and FOMO Eclat Noir.

Épine Mortelle (2014)

7.1

LM Parfums · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

LM Parfums Épine Mortelle opens with Sichuan pepper, black pepper and pink pepper, then moves into rose and blackcurrant; it is made for women and has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters place it in daily wear and office use, with leisure and evenings out following behind. The opening is peppery and warm, with aniseed, nutmeg and cumin adding spice. In the heart, blackcurrant, damask rose, Rosa centifolia, mimosa and violet bring a floral, fruity softness. The base of vanilla and musk sweetens it and leaves a powdery finish.

Héliotrope (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Olivier Durbano · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Olivier Durbano Héliotrope Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets citrus freshness against resin, spice and wood, reading both floral and smoky. The top is bright with red mandarin orange, ginger and chili, while angelica, frankincense and elemi resin add a resinous weight. In the heart, heliotrope, saffron and magnolia bring a soft floral note. The base turns sweeter with sandalwood, myrrh and benzoin, settling into a warm, woody, smoky finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring also gets a fair share, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes for feminine and masculine character are close. Olivier Durbano Heliotrope (Extrait de Parfum) and Amouage Homage have a close profile.

Bianco di Bulgaria

7.2

Pineider · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pineider Bianco di Bulgaria is a fresh, green and woody unisex scent built around star anise, lemon and cedarwood; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and fall, and many also wear it in summer. Leisure, daily wear and the office are its most common settings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Close to half of voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens cool with lemon, mint and star anise, and angelica adds a green edge. The heart brings a soft floral and resinous touch from jasmine, rosewood and elemi resin. It dries down to a woody base of cedarwood, gaiac wood and patchouli. Molinard Molinard Homme I and Givenchy Chypre Caresse have a close profile.

Ariel

7.2

Sammarco · 2015

Floral · Green · Sweet

Sammarco Ariel is a floral and green women's perfume that suits spring and autumn days, deepened by sweet, spicy and woody touches. It opens with ginger, mandarin orange and davana, then moves into a heart crowded with tuberose, violet, jasmine and rose. A powdery, creamy softness runs through it, while the smoky and animal tones stay in the background. Sandalwood dominates the base and rounds off the chypre character on a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with leisure and daily wear leading and evenings close behind. Voters mostly read it as feminine and classic. Jean Patou Deux Amours and Parfums DelRae Amoureuse have a close profile.

Notte a Tangeri

7.7

L'Erbolario · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Notte a Tangeri is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy start against a sweet, creamy warmth. Bergamot and tangerine give it a bright, slightly green freshness, while cardamom and angelica add a spicy edge. Heliotrope brings a floral, powdery softness, and vanilla and amber settle the scent onto a creamy, resinous, sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Voters read it as more feminine than masculine, though a fair share call it masculine. Fragonard Belle d'Amour and WA:IT Haru have a close profile.

Maserati

7.2

La Martina · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

La Martina Maserati is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of Italian bergamot, cypress and mandarin orange against a base of suede, leather and cedarwood; it has been discontinued. The top notes of bergamot, cypress and mandarin give a citrusy, green freshness. In the heart, sage, chamomile and angelica add a spicy, herbal edge. The base of suede, leather, cedarwood and vetiver settles into a smoky, leathery, woody character. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter gets the fewest votes. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Half of voters call its character masculine, and some also find it classic.

Path to Infinity

7.4

YeYe Parfums · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

YeYe Parfums Path to Infinity is a fresh, woody unisex scent built on citrus and green tones, best suited to spring and summer days. It opens with blackcurrant, yuzu and hinoki wood, which give a cool, fruity edge. The heart brings together Palo Santo, red mandarin orange, cardamom, pink champaca and Iris pallida, mixing spice with a soft floral touch. The base of Atlas cedar, angelica and French clary sage absolute settles into a dry, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter far behind, and it is chosen mostly for work and leisure. It reads as neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Jil Sander Sport for Men and Atelier Cologne Cèdre Atlas have a close profile.

Baby's Collection - Tendre Douceur

6.8

M. Micallef · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

M. Micallef Baby's Collection - Tendre Douceur is a sweet, powdery unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and everyday wear. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn a close third and winter the least chosen. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. It opens with candied apple and cherry, a fruity sweetness. In the heart, angelica, chocolate and iris bring a creamy, powdery feel, with the chocolate giving it a gourmand edge. Musk and vanilla in the base leave it soft and warm, while fresh and floral touches stay in the background. Lolita Lempicka So Sweet and Prada Candy Kiss (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Gli Invisibili - Io

7.1

Hilde Soliani Profumi · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Hilde Soliani Profumi Gli Invisibili - Io is a powdery, sweet floral with a gourmand, slightly synthetic edge, and it is unisex. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin and is noticed mostly by those nearby. The vote count is small, so these ratings are a tendency rather than a firm verdict. No clear season or occasion stands out. The scent reads as a single whole: tuberose builds the floral body, while talcum adds a soft, powdery texture. Angelica and pink pepper sharpen the sweet floral slightly and nudge it towards dryness, and the gourmand and synthetic accords give the result a sugary, polished feel. Intimissimi Intimissimi and Valentino Valentina Blush have a close profile.

Gorod Myortvyx Korolej / Город мёртвых королей / Huế

8.6

Anna Zworykina

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Anna Zworykina Gorod Myortvyx Korolej / Город мёртвых королей / Huế is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green character with woody, resinous and smoky tones. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, and its dense, characterful build suits quiet settings better than crowded ones. Oakmoss, juniper, patchouli and vetiver carry the scent throughout, while kelp and violet leaf keep it fresh. Frankincense, myrrh and oud add resinous depth, and the animal and leathery accords form an earthy, smoky ground. Trussardi Trussardi Uomo and Puig Quorum have a close profile.

Back to the Roots

7.0

Vilhelm Parfumerie · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Vilhelm Parfumerie Back to the Roots is a fresh, green unisex scent where citrus, flowers and powder sit on a woody base. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level, so it is noticeable through the day without filling a room. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, with office use close behind. It doesn't lean towards either masculine or feminine and sits between the two. It opens with galbanum, angelica and petitgrain for a green, fresh start, softened by ambrette seed. In the heart, iris and violet bring a powdery floral note, while ginger and white tea add light spice and freshness. The base of driftwood, sandalwood and musk settles into a clean, woody finish.

Terre de Feu

8.0

Antonio Visconti

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Antonio Visconti Terre de Feu is a unisex scent with a spicy, sweet and smoky character, setting floral and woody tones side by side. The top opens with clove, carnation, mandarin orange and citron, pairing spice with citrus. In the heart, jasmine, pine and cedarwood turn the floral side woody. The base of tobacco, vanilla, vetiver, Tonkin musk and angelica dries down sweet, powdery and resinous. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Evening, daily wear and nights out lead the occasions. On character, feminine edges ahead with masculine close behind. Antonio Visconti Tabarom and M. Micallef Gaïac have a close profile.

Pink Vetiver (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Jo Loves... · 2012

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Jo Loves... Pink Vetiver Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and spicy women's fragrance built around vetiver, pink pepper and cardamom. Ginger, nutmeg and cumin set the spicy tone, while juniper berry and elemi resin push it towards a clean, green side. Vetiver lays an earthy, lightly smoky base, and ambrette softens the fruity sweetness. The notes read as one whole rather than in separate layers. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and leisure and business lead the occasions. It is classed as feminine, but the fougère and woody structure leaves it somewhere in between. Carolina Herrera Vetiver Paradise and Jacques Bogart Story Green have a close profile.

Ronda

7.2

Parfum Prissana · 2024

Floral · Green · Fruity

Parfum Prissana Ronda is a unisex scent that pairs a floral and green character with fruity, spicy and woody tones. In Ronda, fig and jasmine absolute lead, while mimosa and white lotus soften the floral side. Cinnamon, black pepper and clove add spicy warmth, and sandalwood and vetiver lay a woody base. Moss and cypress keep the green side in the background. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters place it in leisure, daily, office and evening wear. Its profile doesn't lean masculine or feminine. Ineke Sweet William and Coquillete Supergreen have a close profile.

Herbae L'Eau

6.7

L'Occitane en Provence · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Occitane en Provence Herbae L'Eau is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance with floral and green touches, light and easy for daytime wear, and it has been discontinued. It opens with angelica, lemon and bergamot for a bright citrus lift. The heart brings jasmine absolute, common marshmallow absolute and white clover, adding a soft floral and green character. In the base, musk, sweetgrass absolute and blond woods sweeten it slightly and settle it onto a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. The light, tidy build makes it comfortable in warmer weather.