The Perfume Library

Monolith / Psychoterratica III

8.2

Jorum Studio · 2020

Green · Spicy · Woody

Jorum Studio Monolith / Psychoterratica III is a unisex scent that most voters place in autumn and winter and in the evening, with a green, spicy and smoky character. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Spring also draws votes, while summer is chosen by only a few. Evening and night out lead the occasions, and office wear comes last. More voters call it masculine, though a good share see it as feminine. It has been discontinued. Juniper and cade juniper open with cardamom and black pepper, giving a spicy, smoky feel. Peat and oakmoss lay an earthy, green ground, while oud and castoreum add an animalic, leathery depth. Frankincense and myrrh push the resinous side. Amouage Epic Man and Zoologist Tiger have a close profile.

Un Homme (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Charles Jourdan · 1981

Citrus · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Charles Jourdan Un Homme Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning men's scent that opens with a fresh, green citrus and settles into a leathery, earthy chypre-fougère character; it has been discontinued. It opens with lavender, tarragon, bergamot and lemon, a fresh and herbal start. In the heart, jasmine, cedar and patchouli carry the floral side onto a woody, earthy footing. The base dries down with leather, oakmoss, amber and musk, growing warmer and more resinous. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is worn most often for evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Its profile is close to Francesco Smalto Francesco Smalto and Dior Jules.

Fleur de Nuit

7.7

Antonio Visconti

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Antonio Visconti Fleur de Nuit is a floral, sweet and spicy women's scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters mostly read it as feminine and classic. Mandarin orange, bergamot and chili open with a spicy lift. In the heart, tuberose, Turkish rose and carnation form the floral body. The base of vanilla, honey, oud and patchouli adds a sweet, smoky, resinous warmth. Kilian Cruel Intentions Tempt Me and Yves Saint Laurent Opium have a close profile.

Eau de Froehliche No. 2

7.2

Erik Kormann · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Erik Kormann Eau de Froehliche No. 2 is a fresh, woody unisex scent that pairs bergamot and mint with rose, aniseed and frankincense; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and leaves a soft trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily and leisure wear lead the occasions. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost even, so it doesn't lean either way. Bergamot and mint open on a fresh, citrusy note. In the heart, floral notes, rose and aniseed add a spicy, green edge. The base of gaiac wood, woods, frankincense and musk settles it into a resinous, slightly smoky woodiness. Clive Christian Matsukita and Etro ManRose have a close profile.

Kalahari Extrême

7.9

Noème · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Noème Kalahari Extrême is a unisex scent for fall and winter evenings, where a fruity, spicy character meets sweet resins. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. It opens with pear, aniseed and orange, a lightly fruity sweetness. In the heart, pink pepper, cardamom and nutmeg carry the spice, with Virginia cedar's woodiness and myrrh alongside. In the base, frankincense and labdanum settle it into a resinous, oriental warmth.

Behique

7.5

Renier Perfumes · 2019

Green · Synthetic · Spicy

Renier Perfumes Behique is a unisex scent built around tobacco, cedar and vetiver, with a green, spicy and smoky character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear, with night outings close behind. It reads mostly masculine, though many also call it classic. It opens with basil, rum, tobacco flower, magnolia and cannabis. In the heart, pepper, cedar, patchouli and aniseed come forward, softened by cashmere wood and amber. The base of sandalwood, tobacco and Haitian vetiver settles into an earthy, resinous and smoky finish.

I am the King / انا الملك

8.0

Ard Al Zaafaran

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Ard Al Zaafaran I am the King / انا الملك is a fresh, sweet men's fragrance that links a bright opening of lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange to the warmth of lavender and vanilla. The top is a crisp citrus base of lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange. In the heart, lavender, aniseed and pepper add a spicy, slightly aromatic edge. The base of vanilla, labdanum and ambergris sweetens as it dries, settling into a woody, oriental warmth. A synthetic facet also runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter not far behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and can carry into the evening too. It reads masculine. Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme Le Parfum and Lattafa Asad share a close profile.

Grigioperla (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

La Perla · 1991

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

La Perla Grigioperla Eau de Toilette is a fresh fougère that opens with coriander, lavender and bergamot and settles onto a woody, powdery base; it is a men's fragrance and has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and summer, with winter the least chosen. It leans towards daily, leisure and office wear and is rarely chosen for nights out. The top is an aromatic mix of coriander, lavender and bergamot. Geranium and carnation add a soft floral touch in the heart. In the base, sandalwood, cedar and oakmoss form a woody backbone, lightly sweetened by tonka bean and musk.

Lolita Lempicka Le Parfum

8.3

Lolita Lempicka · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lolita Lempicka Le Parfum opens with violet, amarena cherry and aniseed, then turns sweet with liquorice and tonka bean: a floral, gourmand fragrance for women. At first violet and amarena cherry lead, with aniseed adding a spicy edge. In the heart, liquorice, orris root and tonka bean build a powdery, creamy sweetness. Vanilla and praliné dominate the base, while patchouli and white musk settle that sweetness onto a soft, earthy footing. Most voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Autumn and winter get the most votes, with spring not far behind, and it leans towards evenings and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine, and some as modern. Lolita Lempicka Lolita Lempicka (Eau de Parfum) and Van Cleef & Arpels Orchidée Vanille have a close profile.

Cerruti pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Cerruti · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Cerruti pour Homme Eau de Toilette pairs bergamot and mandarin orange with a green, spicy heart of basil and coriander, making a fresh citrus scent made for men. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office are the settings that come up most. Most voters read it as masculine, though a good share call it modern. It has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot and mandarin orange, fresh, lightly sweet and fruity. In the heart, aniseed, basil and coriander add a green, spicy edge. Gaiac wood, cedar and sandalwood settle it onto a woody base. Cerruti pour Homme Couture Edition and Montblanc Starwalker have a close profile.

Tempore Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Laura Biagiotti · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Laura Biagiotti Tempore Uomo Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral men's scent that pairs citrus notes like lemon, yuzu and neroli with jasmine and rose; it has been discontinued. Tempore Uomo has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter the least chosen. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and about half of voters read it as masculine. The top opens bright with lemon, yuzu and neroli, while lavender and cypress give that freshness a green edge. In the heart, jasmine, rose and cinnamon add a floral, lightly spiced softness. The base of tonka bean, sandalwood and cedar settles it into a sweet, woody, powdery finish.

Lalique pour Homme Le Faune

7.5

Lalique · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lalique pour Homme Le Faune is a men's fragrance that moves from a fresh, spicy start to a woody, sweet and powdery base; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It gets the most votes for evenings and nights out, and also suits work and daily wear. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Masculine leads the character votes. Coriander, lavender, juniper, orange and bergamot keep the opening fresh. The heart holds geranium, aniseed and pepper, while musk, sandalwood and vanilla build a sweet, woody base.

Osafume

6.9

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes Osafume pairs heliotrope, magnolia and orchid with vanilla and white musk, giving a fresh, powdery floral that is classed as feminine. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays on the skin through much of the day without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and everyday wear. Most voters read it as feminine. The floral side leads: magnolia and orchid meet the powdery sweetness of heliotrope. A citrus freshness lightens the whole, aniseed adds a faint spice, and vanilla with white musk closes it in a creamy, gourmand softness. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through it.

Bloodflower

7.2

Parfums Quartana · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfums Quartana Bloodflower is a unisex scent that leans towards spring and autumn, and suits leisure hours and evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, then winter, with summer chosen least. Leisure and evening wear lead, with a night out close behind. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it sits evenly between the two. A fresh, green and floral frame carries a fruity, sweet tone. Black rose and iris hold the floral side, while liquorice and aniseed add a sweet, spicy line. Patchouli and amber bring an earthy, animal depth, and blood and clover give it an unusual edge. The overall impression moves between synthetic, green and sweet.

Royals Heroes 1805

6.8

Washington Tremlett

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Washington Tremlett Royals Heroes 1805 is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that suits leisure time and evenings across most of the year. It opens with bergamot and mandarin orange, which bring a bright citrus lift. In the heart, aniseed and clove add a spicy warmth. The base of cedarwood, tonka bean and patchouli settles into a sweet, powdery, resinous finish, with fruity and floral touches staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean slightly towards autumn and spring without ruling out summer, and pick it most for leisure and evenings. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Korloff for Men and Aaron Terence Hughes Maverick have a close profile.

Benevolence

7.7

House of Sillage · 2012

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

House of Sillage Benevolence is a sweet, gourmand and powdery feminine scent that sets almond, bergamot and orange blossom over a vanilla base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is worn from daytime and the office to evenings and nights out. Most voters find it feminine. It opens with almond, bergamot and aniseed, the citrus freshness softened quickly by sweetness. Orange blossom, lavender and jasmine form a floral heart. Bourbon vanilla, sugar and white musk close it in the base with a powdery, gourmand warmth.

Aigner |man|² (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Aigner · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Aigner |man|² Eau de Toilette leans towards fall and winter, a masculine scent that sits easily in daily and office wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits leisure, business and daily wear, and voters mostly see it as masculine and modern. It opens with sage and Sicilian lemon, fresh and citrusy. Cinnamon, aniseed and tarragon add a spicy, green heart. In the base, tonka bean, vanilla and amber turn it sweet, while cedar and patchouli give it a woody footing.

This July Evening

7.0

Floraïku · 2020

Floral · Green · Sweet

Floraïku This July Evening is a unisex scent that sets a floral, green character against a sweet, spicy and creamy base. The top opens spicy and green with aniseed, cinnamon leaf and tagetes. In the heart, jasmine, rose, chamomile and blackcurrant lead, and the floral side turns powdery. The base of myrrh, styrax, vanilla and tonka bean sweetens it into a creamy, woody softness, while the animal accord leaves a faint trace in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair share too. It is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, and voters most often call its character feminine and modern.

Sumo Wrestler / 力士 / Rikishi (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

J-Scent · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

J-Scent Sumo Wrestler / 力士 / Rikishi Eau de Parfum opens fresh, then settles into a sweet, spicy and powdery floral-woody character, and it is unisex. It begins with aniseed, eucalyptus and orange for a cool lift. At the heart, orange blossom, heliotrope, cinnamon and violet build a powdery, sweet floral layer. The base of labdanum, sandalwood, patchouli and jasmine leaves a resinous, woody warmth. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear. Masculine and feminine votes are split evenly, so it reads as something in between. Its profile is close to Amouage Opus III and Téo Cabanel Alahine.

Cotton Musk

6.7

Ramón Monegal · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Ramón Monegal Cotton Musk is a clean, floral and lightly sweet unisex scent that most voters place in spring and fall, suited to the office and everyday wear. It opens with aniseed, lily of the valley and gardenia, a fresh floral start. Jasmine, rose and lilac carry the floral note through the heart, and tonka bean, vanilla and white musk settle the base into a soft, powdery sweetness. Fresh and floral accords lead, while the gourmand and woody sides stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it sits comfortably at work or through the day without crowding anyone. Voters read it as more feminine, though it works as a unisex scent too. Chanel Jersey and Gucci Accenti have a close profile.

Granato

7.7

Omnia Profumi · 2004

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Omnia Profumi Granato is a discontinued women's fragrance that sets a floral, fruity opening over a spicy, woody and sweet base. The top notes of hawthorn, lilac, jasmine, gardenia and orange give it a bright floral-fruity start. In the heart, cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg add spice, while white thyme and aniseed soften it with a slightly green edge. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver settles into a warm, woody, oriental finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out; most voters find it feminine, though a fair share read it as masculine.

Grafton (Cologne)

7.3

Truefitt & Hill

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Truefitt & Hill Grafton (Cologne) is a fresh, green and spicy men's fougère built around basil, lavender and bergamot, suited to daytime, work and leisure. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters spread it almost evenly across spring, fall and summer, with winter chosen less often. Business, leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, and most voters find it masculine and classic. The top notes of basil, aniseed, lavender and bergamot give a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, carnation, cinnamon and geranium carry the spice and greenery forward. The base of sandalwood, amber, leather and tonka bean dries down woody and warm. Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir and Yves Saint Laurent Jazz have a close profile.

Aqua Allegoria Lemon Fresca

7.0

Guerlain · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Lemon Fresca is a fresh, citrus-led women's fragrance suited to spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Lemon, lime and bergamot carry the scent, while aniseed adds a light spicy touch to the bright citrus. Fresh and citrus accords lead, with floral, green, fruity and spicy facets staying in the background. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it sits close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. More voters find it feminine than masculine. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Ginger Piccante and Guerlain Cologne du Parfumeur have a close profile.

EauMer

7.6

Pekji · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pekji EauMer is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that pairs a green, aquatic feel with a floral and woody base. Bergamot and lime bring the coolness, while lavender and herbs add a green edge. Jasmine softens it with a floral touch, and aniseed gives a faint spiciness. Haitian vetiver, mastic, musk and ambergris form a clean, woody base, with a slightly synthetic sheen running through the accords. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters mostly read it as masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. Acqua di Baviera Lago and Al Haramain Étoiles Silver have a close profile.