The Perfume Library

Brass & Soul

8.7

Zaharoff · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zaharoff Brass & Soul is a fresh, woody unisex fragrance that opens on mandarin orange and juniper and moves through lavender and jasmine to cedarwood. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though only a small number of voters have rated them. The fragrance has been discontinued. It is unisex and sits equally well on a man or a woman. The top is bright, with mandarin orange, citrus and aquatic notes, while juniper adds a dry coolness. In the heart, Bourbon geranium, jasmine, Provençal lavender and lily of the valley take the lead. The base of cedarwood, amber and vanilla, with smoky notes, softens it and settles it onto a woody footing.

L'Eau d'Issey Eau d'Été Summer Edition 2012

7.0

Issey Miyake · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Eau d'Été Summer Edition 2012 is a fresh, citrusy and green-edged fragrance for women, led by pear, aquatic notes and rose. It has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, then business settings, with evening and night out further behind. It opens with pear, aquatic notes and rose, giving a cool, juicy feel. In the heart, carnation and peony add a soft floral touch. In the base, woods and osmanthus settle it into a gently woody, fruity line. Gucci Flora by Gucci Eau Fraîche and Fragrance Du Bois Brume du Matin have a close profile.

11 11 Azure (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Lake & Skye · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Lake & Skye 11 11 Azure Eau de Parfum is a fresh, watery floral with a green, aquatic and faintly creamy feel, made for anyone regardless of gender. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, so it stays close to the skin and leaves a soft trail through the day. There are no season or occasion votes to lean on, but its fresh character suits warm weather. It opens with aquatic notes, green notes, hyacinth and bergamot for a bright start. The heart brings Indian jasmine sambac, lotus and iris, adding a smooth floral softness. Oakmoss, musk, Indonesian patchouli and blue amber ground the base in an earthy, slightly powdery layer. Aerin Waterlily Sun and Hei Poa Monoï des Lagons share a close profile.

Bella Absolu

7.0

Baldessarini · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Baldessarini Bella Absolu is a fresh women's fragrance that links the brightness of mandarin orange and pink grapefruit to a floral heart of rose and gardenia. It opens with mandarin orange, pink grapefruit, blackcurrant and pot marigold, so citrus and fruit come first. In the heart, rose, rose absolute and gardenia add a soft floral note. The base of aquatic notes, musk and orcanox keeps it aquatic and lightly sweet, with a green touch in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though both rest on only a few votes. Most voters place it in daily wear, leisure and office use, and fewer pick it for evenings or nights out. Light and fresh, it is easy to wear through the day.

Rice Paddy (Cologne)

6.3

Demeter Fragrance Library · 2013

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Demeter Fragrance Library Rice Paddy (Cologne) is a fresh, green unisex cologne built on rice, rice shoot and aquatic notes. The scent is fresh and aquatic throughout, with the feel of a green young shoot and a light sweetness behind it. Rice and rice shoot lead, while the aquatic notes keep it airy. A synthetic edge runs through it. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. Light and clean, it reads neither masculine nor feminine and suits easy everyday wear. Demeter Fragrance Library Lotus Flower (Cologne) and Demeter Fragrance Library Ireland (Cologne) have a close profile.

Faro

7.3

Acqua di Portofino · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Portofino Faro is a fresh, green unisex scent led by citrus and aquatic notes; it has been discontinued. It opens with ginger, Calabrian bergamot, grapefruit and lime, which give it a sharp, bright start. In the heart, aquatic notes, magnolia, olive leaf and mineral notes build a floral, watery feel. Patchouli, amber and white musk sweeten the base slightly and settle it on a woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. It leans a little more masculine, though feminine votes are not far behind. S.T. Dupont Essence Pure Ice pour Homme and Acqua di Portofino Donna have a close profile.

Neroli Nobile

6.3

François Delì · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

François Delì Neroli Nobile is a unisex scent with a fresh, citrusy and green character that sits comfortably in everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it stays close without disappearing. Most voters pick it for leisure time and daytime, with business settings as another common use. It reads neither masculine nor feminine and suits both. It opens with cypress, neroli, bergamot and ginger for a bright, lightly spicy start. Lavender and aquatic notes carry that freshness into the heart. Coniferous woods, patchouli and musk then give it a soft, woody base.

Cu

6.9

Ted Baker · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ted Baker Cu is a fresh, green-leaning men's fragrance built around citrus and aquatic notes. It opens with leaves, grapefruit and bergamot, a crisp and slightly bitter start. The heart brings aquatic notes, jasmine and pepper: the floral side stays soft while the pepper adds a spicy edge. The base of cedarwood, patchouli and musk settles it onto a woody, faintly earthy footing. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It suits easy daytime wear, though the number of ratings is small, so these impressions are tentative. Nishane Hacivat and Nicolaï Eau Turquoise have a close profile.

Rude Cherry

8.0

Fragrance Du Bois · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Fragrance Du Bois Rude Cherry is a unisex scent that sets sweet cherry and chili against smoke, oud and resin, sitting between gourmand and woody. Longevity is rated good, and most voters score it high. Sillage is also good, so the scent carries around the wearer without effort. With no season or occasion votes, the clearest thing to say is that it reads neither plainly masculine nor feminine. It opens with almond, cherry and chili, while aquatic notes soften the sweetness. In the heart, cypriol, rose, saffron, tonka bean and vetiver add a spicy depth. The base of oud, vanilla, musk and ambergris settles into a smoky, leathery, resinous warmth. Parfums de Marly Godolphin and Gallivant Gdańsk have a close profile.

Touch. The Heritage of Ukraine

6.4

Scentception · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Scentception Touch. The Heritage of Ukraine is a fresh unisex scent that opens on lemon, thyme and blackcurrant, with a floral heart settling onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the vote counts are small, so those ratings are only a rough guide. Its fresh, citrusy and aquatic character suits everyday wear, and it reads equally well on men and women. The top notes bring lemon, grapefruit and thyme, with aquatic notes and blackcurrant adding a cool, fruity edge. In the heart, peony, neroli and lily of the valley give a soft floral layer, while black tea and geranium keep it dry. Cedarwood, sandalwood and musk leave a calm, woody trail.

Perspective

7.7

Tom Tailor

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tom Tailor Perspective is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens with elemi resin, bergamot and aldehydes. Perspective is positioned as a men's scent. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. No season or occasion votes are available. The top is elemi resin, bergamot and aldehydes. In the heart, geranium, Provençal lavender and aquatic notes bring a floral, airy cleanliness. The base of musk, woods and a solar note settles it onto a woody, powdery ground. The overall feel is fresh, green and lightly spicy. Francesca Bianchi The Mariner's Rhyme and Al Haramain Étoiles Silver have a close profile.

Listen. to the Heartbeat of Germany

6.3

Scentception · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Scentception Listen. to the Heartbeat of Germany is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex fragrance that pairs cool aquatic notes with a forest feel. It opens with aquatic notes, juniper, citrus notes and herbaceous notes, with spicy notes adding a slight edge. In the heart, ozonic notes, lily of the valley, elderflower and linden blossom keep it floral yet airy. The base of pine, fir needle and oakmoss sets a woody, green floor, softened by powdery notes. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so these ratings are tentative. It suits men and women alike, with a crisp, natural character. Kilian Vodka on the Rocks and Rasasi Egra for Men have a close profile.

23.1 Jasmagonda

7.0

Pierre Guillaume · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pierre Guillaume 23.1 Jasmagonda is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of apple, bergamot and grapefruit against a floral heart of magnolia and Jasminum auriculatum. It wears easily through the day: most voters pick leisure and daily use, followed by business and evening. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, and suits anyone. It opens fresh, citrusy and fruity with apple, bergamot and grapefruit. In the heart, aquatic notes, magnolia, Himalayan cedar and Jasminum auriculatum bring a green, floral freshness. Tonka bean, vetiver and vanilla sweeten the base and dry it down to a soft, woody, powdery finish.

Blue Moon (Perfume)

6.8

Pacifica · 2021

Aquatic · Fruity · Sweet

Pacifica Blue Moon is a unisex perfume with an aquatic, fruity character, sitting between sweet and woody. Its longevity is rated moderate, while its sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Currant, aquatic notes and lavender read together as one whole rather than unfolding in stages: a cool, watery side with a fruity, sweet softness over it. Gourmand and creamy accords round off that sweetness, while the spicy and woody accords leave a light dryness in the background.

Sapphire

8.2

Ahmed Al Maghribi

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Ahmed Al Maghribi Sapphire is a unisex scent with a fresh, citrusy and aquatic character, with green and fruity touches. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that judgement is still tentative. Being unisex, it suits men and women alike, and its value for money is rated well. It opens with Sicilian orange, watermelon, red fruits and lavender, a bright, fruity start. The heart brings lily of the valley, lotus, jasmine and aquatic notes, a floral and watery middle. In the base, white musk, ambroxan and sandalwood soften it into a woody, powdery finish, with sweet and spicy shades staying in the background. Ahmed Al Maghribi Kaaf and Jaguar Classic (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Septimontium - Aventinus

7.6

Mauro Lorenzi · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Mauro Lorenzi Septimontium - Aventinus is a fresh, green unisex scent built around Sicilian orange, mint, basil and ginger. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, which most voters pick. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. The vote counts are small, so these ratings are a rough guide. Citrus and aquatic accords lead the opening, while mint and basil add a green freshness. In the heart, pink pepper, neroli and myrtle bring a soft, spicy floral touch. The base of white musk, hinoki wood and red algae dries down clean and lightly woody. Xerjoff Torino21 and The Nose Behind Tennis Green have a close profile.

NonStop

8.3

Bujairami · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Bujairami NonStop is a unisex scent where citrus and fruit meet in a fresh accord. Green lemon, blackcurrant, mint and orange open bright and lively. The heart brings May rose, basil, apricot and aquatic notes, and the base of date, ambergris, fig and moss gives it a soft, lightly sweet footing. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. Value for money is rated high. It suits men and women alike and fits easy daytime wear. Its profile is close to Bujairami No Limit and Rayhaan Pacific Aura.

Lotus Flower (Cologne)

6.4

Demeter Fragrance Library · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Demeter Fragrance Library Lotus Flower (Cologne) is a unisex scent built on aquatic notes, lotus and green notes. It leans towards daily wear and leisure time; most voters pick those two settings, with business wear coming next. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so expect a soft scent that stays close to the skin, though the small number of ratings makes that a rough guide. The notes have no top, heart or base split, so the scent reads as one piece. Fresh, floral and aquatic accords dominate, with lotus and green notes carrying that watery mood. A light sweetness and a hint of spice sit in the background, along with a synthetic edge.

Bath & Body

7.0

Marbert · 1993

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Marbert Bath & Body is a discontinued unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, powdery and lightly spicy backdrop. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, and most voters recommend all four seasons in close to equal measure. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often, while evening and night out trail behind. It opens with rhubarb, kiwi, aquatic notes and green tea for a cool start, and lotus and jasmine bring a soft floral heart. As it dries, woody notes, patchouli and ambergris take over and the scent turns warmer and more oriental. Dior Dune (Eau de Toilette) and Pierre Cardin Emotion have a close profile.

Cuir Vénitien

6.8

David Jourquin · 2016

Aquatic · Fruity · Sweet

David Jourquin Cuir Vénitien is a women's fragrance that pairs the freshness of bitter orange and bergamot with a floral heart of May rose and jasmine, settling on leather and white musk. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It reads feminine; no season or occasion clearly stands out. It opens with aquatic notes, bitter orange and bergamot, a watery, citrusy start. In the heart, May rose and jasmine meet the sweet, fruity tones of plum and passion fruit, with prunol adding depth. The base of leather, white musk and Atlas cedar leaves it powdery, woody and leathery, while the aquatic and synthetic accords keep a cool edge. Bottega Veneta Eau de Velours and Zara Vibrant Leather Winter have a close profile.

Pur 02 (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Son Venïn · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Son Venïn Pur 02 Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent with a fresh, citrusy and aquatic character, softened by green and woody touches. Longevity and sillage are both moderate rather than strong, though the ratings come from a small number of voters and should be read loosely. There is no season or occasion data, but its fresh profile suits anyone after something light and airy. The top opens with aquatic notes, mint, mandarin orange and bergamot, joined by elemi resin. Jasmine and basil in the heart add a spicy, green edge to the freshness. The base of cedarwood, patchouli, vetiver, white musk and blond woods dries down onto a woody footing.

Akatsuki / 暁

7.2

Tada Parfumeur · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tada Parfumeur Akatsuki / 暁 is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green character, setting citrus and aquatic touches against a floral backdrop. Its longevity and sillage sit at a moderate level: neither heavy nor quick to vanish, it leaves a light trail. The vote count is small, so this read is tentative. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on both men and women. It opens cool with aquatic notes, bamboo, grapefruit and melon. Toward the heart, galbanum and tomato leaf bring a green edge, softened by iris and jasmine. In the base, green tea, hydrangea and lotus leave a clean, calm finish.

Inis Moonlight

6.4

Fragrances of Ireland · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Fragrances of Ireland Inis Moonlight is a fresh, feminine scent that opens with cyclamen, mandarin orange and aquatic notes, then moves into a floral-fruity heart of rose and peach; it has been discontinued. The opening feels cool and watery, with cyclamen, mandarin orange and aquatic notes. At the heart, rose, peach and jasmine add a sweet floral touch. The base of orris root, musk and sandalwood leaves it soft, powdery and gently woody. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office. Escada Loving Bouquet and ELLE L'Edition have a close profile.

Wild Horses

5.5

The Rolling Stones · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Rolling Stones Wild Horses is a fresh, floral unisex fragrance, pairing the coolness of aquatic notes with the softness of rose. The top holds aquatic notes and rose, while the heart brings peony, jasmine, pink pepper and tear accord. Fresh, citrus and green accords lead, with fruity and sweet touches softening them. The base of cedarwood, amber, tonka bean and musk closes it on a woody, sweet warmth. Voters find both longevity and sillage weak, so expect a scent that stays close to the skin. The number of votes is small, so this reading is tentative. Being unisex, it suits anyone regardless of gender. Two perfumes with a close profile are s.Oliver Feels Like Summer Women 2025 and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette).