The Perfume Library

Never Spring (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Björk & Berries · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Björk & Berries Never Spring Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that opens with orange, lemon and blackcurrant and ties that fresh start to green apple and jasmine. Citrus and blackcurrant lead the top, while bamboo, jasmine and green apple pull the heart in a green, lightly fruity direction. In the base, cedarwood, amber and musk set the sweetness on a soft woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads mostly feminine and modern. Light Blue Eau de Toilette and Jeanne Arthes Be Different have a close profile.

Balinesque

6.9

Olibere · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Olibere Balinesque is a unisex fragrance that links a spicy opening of cardamom, ginger and cumin to a floral heart of jasmine sambac and rose, with a fresh, aquatic feel. The top holds cardamom, ginger, cumin, bamboo and cinnamon: the spice comes first, while bamboo and aquatic notes pull it toward something green and cool. In the heart, jasmine sambac, rose, orchid and geranium add a floral weight. The base of sandalwood, musk, myrrh and vetiver finishes woody, lightly sweet and powdery. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Close to half of voters read it as feminine, though it stays unisex. Etro Jacquard and Agonist Blue North have a close profile.

Panda (2014)

6.8

Zoologist · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zoologist Panda opens with mandarin orange, green tea and bamboo, then moves through a floral heart into a woody base; it is unisex and has been discontinued. The top is bright with mandarin orange, Sichuan pepper, bamboo and green tea, so the citrus and green accords come through at once. In the heart, lily, osmanthus and orange blossom sweeten it. The base of bourbon whiskey, sandalwood, vetiver and moss settles it onto a woody, earthy footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits genuinely in between.

Sikinos (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Korres · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Korres Sikinos Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic and floral unisex scent that opens on freesia, watermelon and bamboo, and suits spring and summer days. Watermelon and bamboo give it a juicy, green freshness, while freesia softens that with a light floral touch. The heart brings mimosa, lotus and salty notes, where the aquatic side becomes clearer. Musk, cedarwood and sandalwood settle it onto a slightly sweet, creamy, woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the settings named most often. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex.

Delicate Rose

6.7

Trussardi · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Trussardi Delicate Rose is a fresh, green floral with a light, clean feel that suits 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, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine and modern. It opens with bamboo, yuzu and kumquat, which give it a bright, fruity lift. In the heart, rose, jasmine, lotus and apple add a soft, sweet floral note. The base of sandalwood, musk and cedar dries down woody and lightly powdery. Avon Tasha (Eau de Toilette) and Salvatore Ferragamo Incanto Bliss have a close profile.

Fatale Pink

7.5

Agent Provocateur · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Agent Provocateur Fatale Pink is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance where citrus and aquatic tones sit on a floral base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and leisure, office and daytime wear lead the occasion votes. Voters mostly describe it as feminine and modern. The top opens bright and fruity with tangerine, pear blossom and yuzu. At the heart, pink lotus, datura and camellia build the floral side, with green and powdery touches in the background. Musk, bamboo and black saffron soften the base, and a synthetic edge runs through the accords. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) and Lanvin Me L'Eau have a close profile.

Relaxing Fragrance / Fragrance Relaxante / リラクシングフレグランス (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Shiseido · 1997

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Shiseido Relaxing Fragrance Eau de Parfum is a fresh, aquatic and green floral for women, and it has been discontinued. It opens cool and watery, with artemisia, bamboo, cucumber and tea rose giving a crisp green feel. Peony, cardamom and gardenia then bring the florals forward with a light touch of spice, and sandalwood settles underneath as a soft, woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most common settings. It reads feminine. Lancaster Aquasenses and Creed Silver Mountain Water have a close profile.

Fraîcheur Végétale de… Bambou

6.7

Yves Rocher

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Black (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Roberto Cavalli · 2006

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Roberto Cavalli Black Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that sets the spicy, herbal mix of tarragon, white pepper and lavender over a sweet, woody base of cedarwood and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter and summer trailing. It leans towards leisure, evenings and nights out, and most voters call it masculine and modern. It opens green and fresh with tarragon, bamboo and coriander. In the heart, white pepper, geranium and lavender add a spicy edge. The base of cedarwood, tonka bean and musk sweetens it and settles into a powdery, oriental warmth.

Light Blue Italian Zest

7.5

Dolce & Gabbana · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Italian Zest is a fresh, citrusy and fruity women's scent built around Primofiore lemon and Granny Smith apple; it has been discontinued. It opens with the crispness of lemon and apple, then bamboo, white rose and jasmine bring a soft floral heart. Musk, amber and cedarwood sweeten the base slightly and settle it on a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It mostly reads as feminine. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau Intense have a close profile.

Series 1: Leaves - Calamus

7.1

Comme des Garçons · 2000

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Comme des Garçons Series 1: Leaves - Calamus is a green, fresh unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, whether relaxed leisure time or the workday. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn further behind and winter chosen rarely. Leisure, daily and business wear lead, while evening gets little support. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Masculine and feminine votes are almost evenly split, which fits its gender-neutral character. Celery seed and angelica build a green, lightly spicy backbone, bamboo adds a dry, woody freshness, and red berries soften the edges. Powdery and earthy shades sit in the background, and a cool synthetic feel ties it together.

Nymphea

7.2

Il Profvmo · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Il Profvmo Nymphea is a fresh, citrusy and watery floral that suits spring and summer days; it is unisex and has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or classic. The notes read as one whole: water lily, lotus and bamboo give an aquatic, green coolness. Orange and peach add a fruity sweetness, while fig brings a soft green touch. Jasmine, rose and lily of the valley form the floral base, and white honey pulls the scent towards the powdery, sweet side.

802 Pivoine Lotus Bambou

7.1

Bon Parfumeur · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Bon Parfumeur 802 Pivoine Lotus Bambou is a fresh, floral and aquatic unisex scent with a green, lightly sweet side, suited to spring and summer days and everyday wear. It opens cool and green with violet leaf, bamboo and lotus. In the heart, peony, freesia and blackcurrant bring out the floral side and add some sweetness. Ambrette, osmanthus and musk soften the base, and a clean, synthetic airiness runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close without becoming heavy. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most voted occasions. Though unisex, it is mostly read as feminine. Zara Lightly Bloom and Marc Jacobs Cucumber have a close profile.

Green Tea Bamboo

6.7

Elizabeth Arden · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Bamboo is a fresh, green women's fragrance built around galbanum, bergamot and green tea, best suited to spring and summer days. It opens with galbanum, bergamot, grapefruit and bamboo, a cool, citrusy greenness. In the heart, violet leaf, lilac, green tea and cucumber make it lightly floral and watery. Musk, orris root and woody notes soften the base. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and the office the most mentioned settings. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays quiet close to the skin. Voters lean feminine, though a fair number call it masculine.

Pure Man (2012)

7.1

Jil Sander · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jil Sander Pure Man is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that sets juniper and mandarin against a soft, warm base of sandalwood and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with juniper, elemi resin and mandarin orange, a green and spicy freshness. In the heart, bamboo and white musk soften that brightness, and the base of sandalwood and vanilla leaves a woody, lightly sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Most see it as masculine. Jil Sander Pure for Men and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme have a close profile.

Beton Brut

7.5

Atl. Oblique · 2020

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Atl. Oblique Beton Brut is a unisex scent that ties a fresh, green opening to an earthy, woody and leathery base. Bergamot, chamomile, coriander and bamboo give it a clean, green start. In the heart, green notes, sage, violet leaf and saffron bring a spicy, powdery touch. The base of patchouli, oud, leather and musk settles it into an earthy, leathery character. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Most pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, work and daily wear. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it doesn't pull strongly either way. Ulrich Lang Nightscape and Miguel Matos Germaine have a close profile.

SN/2020 / 2020 Parfum Silje Norendal

7.0

A.N Other · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

A.N Other SN/2020 / 2020 Parfum Silje Norendal is a unisex scent with a fresh, floral character, its fruity sweetness set against a synthetic edge; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Nearly half of voters call it feminine, though a fair share see it as modern. The top opens with clementine, sea breeze and Lousiana peach, bright and fruity. Osmanthus absolute, tuberose and orchid bring a soft floral heart. Driftwood, musk and bamboo settle into a calm, clean base.

Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 pour Lui Magnetic

6.4

Lacoste · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lacoste Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 pour Lui Magnetic is a fresh, green men's fragrance, with light citrus, floral and woody touches that suit everyday wear. It opens with artemisia, juniper and bamboo, which give a cool, green feel. In the heart, violet, geranium and tea soften it with a floral note. The base of vetiver, ambergris and patchouli leaves a woody footing, with fruity and sweet tones showing here and there. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business use are equally favoured. Most votes call it masculine. Karl Lagerfeld Bois de Vétiver and s.Oliver Black Label Men have a close profile.

Secret Wish - Fairy Dance

6.3

Anna Sui · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anna Sui Secret Wish - Fairy Dance is a fresh, citrusy floral for women that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with mango, mandarin orange and pink pepper, a bright and fruity start. In the heart, peony, rose and bamboo bring a floral, green freshness. The base of vetiver, vanilla and sandalwood sweetens it and settles it on a light woody ground. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office more than for evenings. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays a soft scent close to the skin. Most voters call it feminine and modern. Anna Sui Secret Wish - Fairy Dance Sparkle and Escada Joyful Moments have a close profile.

Chanson d'Eau

7.8

Coty · 1995

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Coty Chanson d'Eau is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange, lemon and bergamot for a citrus freshness, while lavender and hyacinth pull it towards the green and floral. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, mango and pineapple add a fruity, floral touch. Bamboo, musk, iris and sandalwood settle it onto a soft, powdery base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily and leisure wear come first, with business and sport not far behind. Most voters read it as feminine. Guerlain Cologne du Parfumeur and Al Haramain Coupé have a close profile.

Nudo Blue

7.0

Pomellato · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pomellato Nudo Blue is a fresh, citrusy floral with aquatic and fruity touches, a light everyday women's scent that has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Most voters find the character feminine. It opens with blackcurrant, lemon and bamboo, a bright, fruity freshness. The heart of peony, magnolia, iris and freesia adds a soft floral note. In the base, vanilla, heliotrope, white musk and amberwood sweeten it and close on a powdery warmth. Nike Nike Woman Pink and Aigner Ladies Day have a close profile.

Aquasenses

7.0

Lancaster · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lancaster Aquasenses is a fresh, watery women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and see it as a leisure, daily and office scent. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with cardamom, lemon and bamboo, giving a citrusy, green freshness. Peony, pear, mimosa and freesia in the heart add a soft, floral and lightly fruity touch. Sandalwood, cedar and white musk dry down to a powdery warmth. Façonnable Façonnable pour Elle and Pomellato Nudo Blue have a close profile.

Bogoss Vibrant Leather Winter

8.2

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Zara Bogoss Vibrant Leather Winter is a men's fragrance that opens with a fresh, fruity mix of bergamot, lime and pineapple and settles into leather and patchouli. The top notes of bergamot, lime and pineapple give a fresh, citrusy start. At the heart, apple keeps the fruity sweetness going while leather comes forward, with bamboo alongside. The base of patchouli, cognac and papyrus adds a woody, spicy, slightly sweet footing. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most pick fall and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business and night-out use also common. Zara Vibrant Leather Explosion and Zara Bogoss Vibrant Leather Elixir have a close profile.

Xi'an

8.2

Guerlain · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Green

Guerlain Xi'an is a fresh, green unisex scent built on bamboo, blossoms and sandalwood. Its longevity and sillage are rated good: it leaves a comfortable, balanced trail without overpowering the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. Votes lean feminine, though a sizeable share call it masculine. Bamboo gives a fresh, green start, the blossoms soften it, and sandalwood settles into a creamy, woody base. A spicy accord adds a little warmth to the cool feel. Rituals The Ritual of Jing - Sleep and Massimo Dutti Chamomile & Sandalwood have a close profile.