The Perfume Library

Amour sur Ordonnance

7.4

The Unleashed Apothecary · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

The Unleashed Apothecary Amour sur Ordonnance is a unisex scent where fruity and spicy sides sit over a sweet, gourmand base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are a rough guide, but this doesn't look like a scent that fades quietly at the desk. The top notes bring clove, ginger and pear, with aniseed and vanilla alongside. In the heart, cardamom, nutmeg and cistus keep the spice going, and the base of labdanum, cocoa and vanilla turns resinous and chocolatey-sweet. A synthetic edge runs through the character as well.

Ēdhen

7.4

Atelier Vesper · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Atelier Vesper Ēdhen is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy and green opening on a floral, woody base, and suits spring and summer days, leisure and work hours. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions; winter and nights out sit further back. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it leans comfortably both ways. Basil, orange and jasmine give a fresh, floral start, with clove adding a light spice. In the heart, aniseed, fig and cypress bring a green, fruity tone, while lavender and carrot pull it towards the earthy side. In the base, sandalwood, amber, patchouli and styrax close it with a creamy, woody warmth.

Pyrgos

7.6

Sigilli · 2010

Fresh · Green · Gourmand

Sigilli Pyrgos is a unisex scent that most voters place in autumn, then summer and spring, and that suits leisure and daily wear; it reads fresh, green and spicy. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick it for leisure and everyday use, and it also finds a place at the office. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine, with an equal number of votes for each. It opens with orange, bergamot, fennel and lavender, a fresh and green start. In the heart, cinnamon, aniseed and oregano add a spicy warmth, and the base holds aniseed and cinnamon. Gourmand and woody accents soften the fougère feel. Truefitt & Hill Grafton (Cologne) and Ashé Omi Ewé have a close profile.

Bogner for Man

6.7

Bogner · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

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.

Les Compositions Parfumées - Sweet Amber

7.6

Lalique · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Lalique Les Compositions Parfumées - Sweet Amber is a sweet, powdery and creamy floral oriental, written for women and best suited to autumn and winter days. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and autumn, with spring after them; summer trails behind. Leisure, a night out and evenings are the most named uses, and it can also work for a business day. It opens with aniseed, neroli and heliotrope, and the heart of orange blossom, tuberose and jasmine sambac adds a soft floral body. In the base, vanilla, sandalwood and ambroxan take over, settling into a woody, creamy sweetness. Dolce & Gabbana pour Femme Intense and Valentina Poudre have a close profile.

Secret Mélange

6.7

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier · 1988

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Secret Mélange is a masculine oriental that sets a citrus opening against spice and smoke, with floral and woody sides; it has been discontinued. Orange and lemon open brightly, and clove adds a sharper edge. In the heart, jasmine and rose bring a soft floral note, while aniseed and lavender lend an aromatic, spicy touch. The base of patchouli, musk and sandalwood settles the scent into a warm, smoky, woody finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure time. It reads clearly masculine. Nabeel Al Ghadeer and Amouage Homage have a close profile.

Creative Collection - 5elements

8.0

Ramón Molvizar · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ramón Molvizar Creative Collection - 5elements is a men's fragrance that joins a fresh, floral opening to a sweet, spicy and woody base. The top leans on cyclamen, black pepper and melon, with aniseed and nutmeg adding a spicy edge to the freshness. In the heart, jasmine and rose carry the floral side while patchouli and cedarwood ground it. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, amber and oud leaves a sweet, resinous, faintly animal depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, with spring and winter close behind, and it is mentioned most for nights out and evenings. Masculine is the leading character vote. Davidoff Zino (Eau de Toilette) and Rasasi Oudh Al Abiyad have a close profile.

Ume

6.6

Euphorium Brooklyn · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Euphorium Brooklyn Ume is a unisex scent built around green tea, yuzu zest and plum blossom, leaning towards autumn and winter. The green and citrus sides are clear: yuzu zest and green tea give it a cool freshness, while apricot and plum nectar add a soft, fruity sweetness. Hinoki cypress and hiba form a woody frame, soil and moss add an earthy depth, and aniseed leaves a faint spicy trace. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage moderate. Besides autumn and winter, spring is also a frequent pick, and it suits leisure and daily wear best. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share find it masculine, so it sits comfortably in between.

Classic

7.8

Snob · 1990

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Snob Classic is a spicy, woody men's fragrance that opens with cardamom, aniseed and bergamot and settles into tobacco and amber. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer and winter not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also suits evenings and the office. The opening of cardamom, aniseed, bergamot and cinnamon feels fresh, spicy and slightly sweet. In the heart, patchouli, sandalwood and cedarwood build a woody body. The base of tobacco, oakmoss, amber and tonka bean carries it into oriental warmth. Its profile is close to Mauboussin Private Club and Montblanc Présence.

Narcosis

7.9

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Narcosis is a unisex scent that opens with bergamot, aniseed and pink pepper before moving into a floral heart of jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang; it suits spring and autumn days. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Most voters point to spring and fall, though summer also gets a fair share. Occasions are spread evenly, from daily wear to evenings out. Voters read it as feminine more often than masculine, though it is described as unisex. It has been discontinued. Citrus and spicy accords give the opening a fresh frame, with bergamot, aniseed, pink pepper and nutmeg up front. In the heart, jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang bring a soft floral note. In the dry-down, tonka bean, vanilla, ambergris and musk sweeten the scent and settle it into a creamy, powdery base.

Onice

6.7

Omnia Profumi · 2005

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Omnia Profumi Onice is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, green character against fruity, gourmand and spicy touches; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close and doesn't dominate a room. Voters pick it mostly for daytime, leisure and office wear, while evening and night out come well behind. It opens with pineapple, peach and citrus fruits, and liquorice and aniseed lend the sweetness a gourmand edge. The heart brings geranium, jasmine and mint for a green freshness, with nutmeg adding spice. Amber, sandalwood and musk soften the finish into a warm base.

Latte e Mandorla

5.7

Profumo di Firenze · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Profumo di Firenze Latte e Mandorla is a unisex scent with a creamy, powdery sweetness, setting the softness of milk and almond inside a floral frame. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the vote counts are small, so those figures give only a rough picture. It sits close to everyday wear and doesn't lean toward either gender. The top opens with milk and almond in a creamy start. In the heart, rose and aniseed add a floral and spicy edge to that sweetness. The base brings patchouli and musk: patchouli adds an earthy weight, while musk leaves a soft finish. The overall line is sweet, oriental and slightly synthetic.

Espoir de Zhang

7.4

Simimi · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Simimi Espoir de Zhang is a sweet, gourmand floral with a powdery, creamy feel, made for women. It opens with coconut, aniseed and plum, which give it a fruity sweetness. The heart brings together jasmine, tuberose, wild rose and lily of the valley in a floral bouquet. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean, almond and white musk settle it into a creamy, powdery sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so treat these as rough. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer chosen far less. It leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Simimi Blanc de Zhang and La Rive Sweet Hope have a close profile.

Apéro

7.4

La Maison Hédonique

Green · Spicy · Woody

La Maison Hédonique Apéro is a unisex fragrance where juniper, lime and bitter orange meet in a green, spicy, smoky blend; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring next. Leisure and evening outings lead the occasion votes. On character, masculine edges ahead, with classic and feminine close behind. It opens with juniper, lime and bitter orange in a bright citrus-green start. The heart brings salt, garrigue herbs and aniseed, and the scent turns woody, resinous and earthy. The base of laurel, tobacco and black pepper leaves a smoky, spicy dry-down.

━━━━ Saffron

8.4

Bohoboco · 2024

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Bohoboco ━━━━ Saffron is a sweet, spicy unisex scent led by saffron, cardamom, clove and ginger, with oud and labdanum at its heart and honey and vanilla underneath. It opens with saffron and spices: aniseed, cumin and turmeric keep that spicy side dry and warm. In the heart, labdanum and Thai oud add a resinous, smoky depth, while ylang-ylang softens it a little. The base turns sweet with honey and vanilla, with patchouli and musk leaving an earthy, powdery floor. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. With such a dense, oriental character, it sits more comfortably in cool weather and in the evening. It suits men and women alike.

Blue Oïa - Vanille Muguet

7.1

La Maison de la Vanille · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

La Maison de la Vanille Blue Oïa - Vanille Muguet is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, powdery vanilla beneath a floral and green core; it has been discontinued. It opens with aniseed and orange blossom, a spicy, floral start. At the heart, lily of the valley adds a green, lightly powdery line. The base of sandalwood, vanilla and white musk softens it toward a gourmand sweetness, while a synthetic sheen remains. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, followed by modern and classic. It leans toward fall and spring, with winter close behind, and suits leisure and daily wear as well as office and evening settings.

Porto Vintage

7.2

Gustave Eiffel · 2016

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Gustave Eiffel Porto Vintage is a unisex scent built on the spicy sweetness of aniseed, cardamom and candied orange. It opens with aniseed and cardamom softened by candied orange. In the heart, cinnamon, ginger and clove add a spicy warmth. The base of patchouli, gingerbread and musk carries it to a sweet, gourmand finish, and the citrus and fruity accords stay present within that sweetness. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good, though the vote count is small, so treat those ratings loosely. It is chosen most for evenings, then leisure and nights out, with business and daily wear well behind. Feminine and masculine votes run close, with classic following. Its profile is close to Serge Lutens Baptême du Feu and Costume National Homme.

Sirenide

7.8

Beaufort · 2025

Floral · Aquatic · Green

Beaufort Sirenide is a floral, aquatic unisex scent that suits spring and autumn days, and sits most comfortably in leisure and daytime wear. It opens with bitter almond, aniseed and blue flag iris, while cape-pondweed adds a cool, watery edge. In the heart, water lily and pink lotus carry the floral and aquatic character. The base of Atlas cedar, woodruff, sealskin and ambergris softens it into a sweet, gourmand and lightly spicy finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and leisure, daily wear and evenings out lead the occasions. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Zoologist Seahorse and Calaj Lilyn have a close profile.

Corpse Reviver

7.3

Fzotic · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Fzotic Corpse Reviver is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand character against spicy, woody and animalic tones. Blood orange and dried fruits bring the sweetness, while dark chocolate, vanilla and whisky settle it onto a creamy, smoky base. Camphor, rosemary and aniseed add a sharp, herbal edge, and civet carries the animalic side. Resinous and woody accords deepen the dense blend. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It suits anyone, regardless of gender, who wants something rich and unusual. Fzotic Cadavre Exquis and L'Entropiste Dorian's Spleen 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.

Île Mythique

6.9

Chabaud · 2018

Green · Sweet · Synthetic

Chabaud Île Mythique is a unisex scent that sets a green opening of tarragon, lavender and aniseed against a sweet, gourmand base of liquorice, tonka bean and leather. The top is green and spicy, with tarragon, lavender, aniseed and basil. Liquorice in the heart sweetens it, and tonka bean, benzoin and myrrh add a resinous warmth underneath. Leather, ambroxan and vetiver leave a woody, slightly synthetic finish as it dries. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and the masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as truly unisex. Its profile is close to Harry Lehmann Goldlack and Penhaligon's Terrible Teddy.

Egnaro

5.4

Santi Burgas · 2015

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Santi Burgas Egnaro is a citrusy, spicy unisex fragrance that sets Valencia orange and Calabrian bergamot against aniseed, ginger and Australian sandalwood. Longevity is rated strong, while sillage stays moderate, so it sits fairly close to the skin and leaves a measured trail. It reads suitable for both men and women. No season or occasion votes exist, so nothing can be said on that front. It opens with civet absolute and Valencia orange, an animal warmth beside bright citrus. In the heart, aniseed and ginger add a spicy edge, and in the base Australian sandalwood, bergamot and amber settle it onto a woody, sweet footing. Fruity, gourmand and synthetic facets round out the accords.

Satin Musk

6.8

Valmont · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Valmont Satin Musk is a unisex scent built on jasmine, musk and aniseed, with a fresh, floral and powdery character. The scent stays fresh and floral throughout. Jasmine carries the floral side, musk adds a creamy, powdery softness, and aniseed brings a light spicy edge. Sweetness stays in the background, and a slightly synthetic sheen runs through it. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer and winter work too. It leans towards daily wear and the office, and is chosen less often for evenings and nights out. It has been discontinued. Avon Summer White and SweDoft Darin's Musk have a close profile.