The Perfume Library

Divine

5.5

Oriflame

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Oriflame Divine is a fresh women's fragrance that opens with water hyacinth, bamboo and violet and rests on a floral heart of lily and rose. The top notes of water hyacinth, bamboo and violet give a cool, green, aquatic start. In the heart, lily, freesia, rose and jasmine bring the floral side forward. Sandalwood, white musk and plum in the base soften it and settle it onto a woody, powdery ground. Divine is classed as a women's perfume. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and suits a quiet day. These ratings rest on only a few votes. Jennifer Aniston Eau de Parfum and The Body Shop Oceanus have a close profile.

Eau Torride

6.6

Givenchy · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Eau Torride opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, then moves into bamboo and jasmine, making a fresh, aquatic floral for women; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated moderate, though that rests on only a few votes. Overall it reads as a fresh, citrusy, floral women's scent, with no clear lean towards a particular season or occasion. The top brings bergamot, mandarin orange, lemon and peach, citrusy with a light fruity edge. In the heart, bamboo, elder and jasmine add a green, floral tone. Jasmine carries on into the base, where sandalwood dries the scent down with a soft woodiness. The aquatic and green sides stay in balance, with the sweeter notes kept in the background.

Forget Me Not

6.2

Zara · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Forget Me Not is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around green apple, hyacinth and white rose; it has been discontinued. It opens with green apple, hyacinth and cedar, then moves into bamboo and white rose, with hyacinth carrying through the heart. Musk and amber in the base soften it and add a little sweetness. The overall impression is citrusy, aquatic and green, with a fruity freshness and a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Few people have voted, so this impression is tentative. La Rive Donna and Azzaro Chrome Legend have a close profile.

Wood

6.5

Elementals · 2014

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Elementals Wood is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus against a woody, earthy body with a smoky edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on either men's or women's skin. The number of votes is small, so these impressions are only a rough guide. The top holds cedarwood, lemon and grapefruit, with the citrus giving a sharp, clean start. In the heart, cabreuva, bamboo and fougère notes add a green, dry feel. The base of sandalwood, gaiac wood and oakmoss carries the woody, earthy and smoky character through to the end.

Rose de Courrèges

6.8

Courrèges · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Courrèges Rose de Courrèges is a fresh, fruity floral that pairs rose with cherry blossom and violet; it suits daily wear and has been discontinued. The top notes of bamboo, peach and grapefruit give it a bright, lightly fruity start. Rose, cherry blossom and violet take over in the heart, with aquatic and woody accents around the flowers. Musk, lotus and amber in the base soften it into a warm finish. It is marketed as a feminine scent. Voters place it mostly in daily and leisure wear, then at the office; longevity and sillage are both moderate. Charriol Show Off and S.T. Dupont Miss Dupont have a close profile.

Let's Travel to New York for Woman

7.2

Mandarina Duck · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mandarina Duck Let's Travel to New York for Woman is a fresh, lightly sweet feminine scent built around citrus and green tones. It opens bright with Italian lemon, bergamot and green apple. In the heart, jasmine adds a soft floral note, nectarine brings a fruity touch and bamboo keeps the green air going. The base of sandalwood, musk and cedar settles into a gentle, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. With its fresh, easy character it reads as a feminine everyday scent. Victorio & Lucchino Agua de Rocio and Fragonard Bigarade Jasmin have a close profile.

Takashimaya

5.4

Neil Morris Fragrances · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Neil Morris Fragrances Takashimaya is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic floral made for both men and women; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong, though only a small number of voters weighed in, so that view is tentative. There is not enough information on sillage, season or occasion; it reads as a light, clean scent with no leaning toward masculine or feminine. The top is blackcurrant, bergamot and mandarin orange, which give a bright citrus freshness. In the heart, yellow narcissus, bamboo, plum blossom, Japanese cherry blossom, orchid and jasmine tea build a floral, aquatic feel. In the base, oak, tonka bean, orris root and cedar settle it onto a woody, powdery footing. Zara Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes (Eau de Parfum) and Carner Sal y Limón have a close profile.

Herrera Aqua (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Carolina Herrera · 2005

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Carolina Herrera Herrera Aqua Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that ties the fresh, aquatic, lightly fruity feel of bergamot, bamboo and fig leaf to the sweetness of tonka bean and white amber; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the small number of votes calls for caution. It has an easygoing, clean character and is made for men. It opens cool with bergamot, mandarin orange, bamboo and fig leaf. In the heart, white pepper, neroli, rosemary, French lavender and cardamom add a light spicy and herbal edge. The base of tonka bean and white amber sweetens it and settles on a woody footing.

White T

8.5

TSVGA · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

TSVGA White T is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh citrus and green character with a floral, woody backbone; it has been discontinued. Pink grapefruit, bergamot and red mandarin orange give it a bright citrus feel, joined by the green tones of tarragon, grass and bamboo. Turkish rose absolute, neroli and magnolia carry the floral side, while vetiver, sandalwoods and oakmoss add a woody, earthy depth. A spicy, faintly smoky trace stays in the background. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. With freshness and woody structure side by side, it reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine.

Black Forest

7.4

Neil Morris Fragrances

Green · Spicy · Woody

Neil Morris Fragrances Black Forest is a unisex scent with a green, woody forest character, shaped by resin and a touch of smoke. The scent is built almost entirely from woods: sandalwood, rosewood and cedarwood form the frame, while juniper berry, Canary Islands juniper and Siberian fir add a cool, green, needle-like freshness. Frankincense brings a resinous, faintly smoky depth, and tonka bean softens the dry edges with a little sweetness. Bamboo leaves a fresh green hint in the background, and the spicy and earthy accords round out the impression of a damp forest floor. Its profile is close to Profumum Roma Olibanum and Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême.

Striped Chemise / Nº 02 Striped Chemise

6.8

Zara · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Striped Chemise / Nº 02 Striped Chemise is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent built around citron, bamboo and sea daffodil. The citrus accord leads through the citron, bamboo adds a green, lightly grassy crispness, and sea daffodil keeps the floral side soft. The notes don't split into layers; the scent reads as one clean, light whole from start to finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though with few votes so far those impressions are tentative. It suits men and women alike and has an easy, everyday lightness. Yves Rocher Fraîcheur Végétale de… Bambou and Yves Rocher Eau Fraîche Aérienne have a close profile.

Armada Black

7.0

Yves de Sistelle

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves de Sistelle Armada Black is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy start on a spicy, woody and slightly smoky base. The top holds pineapple, cardamom, cinnamon and citrus notes, so the fruitiness arrives together with spice. In the heart, green apple, cedar and bamboo come forward, and pineapple carries on, turning the opening sweetness into something greener and lighter. The base of black amber, precious woods and patchouli adds a resinous, earthy and smoky depth. A floral accent stays in the background and softens the woody structure. Yves de Sistelle Chairman Black and SweDoft Rasputin have a close profile.

ShenZhou (Extrait de Parfum)

7.5

Elixir Attar

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

Elixir Attar ShenZhou Extrait de Parfum is a fresh, sweet floral unisex scent led by tuberose, Chinese gardenia absolute and osmanthus. The flowers come first: Chinese jasmine sambac and hibiscus widen the bouquet, while yuzu and orange add a bright lift. Tonka bean and vanilla pull it towards a creamy, sweet side, and Chinese oud gives it a woody, spicy depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings should be read with caution. Being unisex, it can sit on either men or women. Killer Oud Sun Rise and Acqua di Parma Zafferano have a close profile.

Calypso Marine

3.7

Calypso St. Barth · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Calypso St. Barth Calypso Marine is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance made for women; it has been discontinued. The top notes bring bergamot, rosemary, bamboo and nutmeg, giving a bright citrus opening with green and spicy edges. In the heart, lotus adds a soft floral touch while patchouli brings a woody depth. The base of white amber, musk and sandalwood settles the scent on a warm, woody footing. The accords also point to fougère and animal facets, which add a slight edge to the clean, watery air. Marbert Sunny Boy and Issey Miyake L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraîche have a close profile.

Ginger / January 2021

6.6

Scent Trunk · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

Scent Trunk Ginger / January 2021 is a fresh, floral unisex scent, softened by spice and woods. Ginger brings a spicy lift, while green tea, bamboo and ozone give the scent a cool, clean air. Jasmine, iris and violet shape the floral side, with sandalwood and cedarwood laying a woody ground beneath. Musk and vanilla pull the mix towards a powdery, creamy softness, and a synthetic edge adds a modern cleanness. Gucci Mémoire d'une Odeur and Shiseido Zen Essence have a close profile.

The Parfum

7.6

Charles Jourdan · 2004

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Charles Jourdan The Parfum is a fresh, fruity scent that turns sweet, gourmand and woody, made for women; it has been discontinued. Peach and mango give the fragrance a juicy sweetness, while basil and bamboo keep it fresh. Almond and coffee carry the gourmand side; amber, sandalwood and patchouli build a woody, earthy and oriental base underneath. Iris stays in the background and softens the whole. The spicy accord keeps the sweetness from turning sugary.

À Ce Soir

7.2

Pont des Arts · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Pont des Arts À Ce Soir is a unisex fragrance that pairs a floral, sweet character with the warmth of spice and resin, leaning gourmand. It opens bright with citron, green mandarin orange and pink pepper, while cinnamon, rum and leather cast a spicy, leathery shadow over that freshness. In the heart, narcissus absolute, jasmine and ylang-ylang build a floral core. The base of amber, Siam benzoin and vanilla absolute turns creamy and sweet, with vetiver adding an earthy counterweight. Its sillage is moderate, neither hugging the skin nor filling the room, though the small number of votes makes this impression tentative. It sits comfortably on men and women alike and has an evening feel. Trussardi Amber Oud and Boucheron Quatre Iconic have a close profile.

Cashmere & Wild Fig

7.0

DKNY · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

DKNY Cashmere & Wild Fig is a fresh, green floral for women that pairs wild fig and rose absolute with the cool tones of bamboo and water lily. It opens with bergamot and black pepper, bright and lightly spiced. In the heart, freesia, rose absolute and water lily form a floral core, bamboo adds a green, airy note, and wild fig brings a soft fruitiness. The base of musk, cedarwood and stone leaves it on a clean, quiet woody ground. Versace Versense and Birkholz First Spring have a close profile.

Oscar Bamboo

7.8

Oscar de la Renta · 2006

Citrus · Floral · Aquatic

Oscar de la Renta Oscar Bamboo is a feminine fragrance built around lime, mimosa and bamboo, with a citrus, floral and aquatic character; it has been discontinued. Lime opens with a fresh, sharp citrus lift. In the heart, mimosa and bamboo turn the scent green, floral and slightly earthy. In the base, musk and water lily soften everything, keeping the aquatic side while the sweet and woody tones stay in the background. The overall impression is clean, green and watery with a floral core. Bond No. 9 West Broadway and Korres Water | Bamboo | Freesia have a close profile.

Agua de Bambú Hombre

7.0

Adolfo Dominguez · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Adolfo Dominguez Agua de Bambú Hombre is a men's fragrance built on bamboo, bergamot and grapefruit, with a fresh, green, aquatic feel; it has been discontinued. It opens with bamboo, bergamot, grapefruit, apple and green tea, light, fruity and citrusy. The heart brings in cardamom, black pepper, nutmeg, water jasmine and lavender, adding a spicy, floral side. In the base, ambrette, amberwood, tonka bean and norlimbanol settle it onto a soft, woody footing. The overall impression is a fresh, clean, slightly synthetic one; Zara Extreme 12.0 and Zara Classic 12.0 have a close profile.

Absinthe Bleu Glaces

7.6

My Inner Island · 2011

Fresh · Sweet · Gourmand

My Inner Island Absinthe Bleu Glaces is a unisex scent that pairs absinth, lavender and clove, sitting somewhere between fresh and sweet. The scent reads as a single whole: the coolness of absinth and lavender is joined by clove's spice. Benzoin and ylang-ylang soften that sharpness and sweeten it, adding a gourmand warmth. Bamboo and ebony lay a woody base while the freshness stays in the foreground. It suits both men and women, leaning neither clearly masculine nor feminine. There is not enough information on how long it lasts or how far it projects. Lush Twilight and Liur. Catch Up have a similar profile.

Essence Pure pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

S.T. Dupont · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

S.T. Dupont Essence Pure pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's scent led by citrus and aquatic accords. It opens with grapefruit and mandarin orange alongside ozonic notes, bright and clean. In the heart, cedar leaf, geranium and bamboo add a green, woody edge, while floral and fruity touches sweeten the freshness slightly. The base of woody notes, musk, ambergris and patchouli settles into a soft, warm finish. Its profile is close to Lattafa Najdia and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue.

Red Panda

6.9

Sanctuary · 2021

Sanctuary Red Panda is a unisex scent built around jasmine, sandalwood and vanilla orchid. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base. Jasmine gives a floral brightness, sandalwood sets it on a creamy, woody ground, and vanilla orchid keeps the sweetness soft. Bamboo and blackcurrant add a light green note and a touch of fruity tartness to that warmth. The result sits between floral, sweet and woody. Its profile is close to Michael Kors Glam Jasmine and Saint Cloud Moon Struck.

Cool Water Woman Into the Ocean

6.9

Davidoff · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Davidoff Cool Water Woman Into the Ocean is a light, fresh scent for women, with aquatic and fruity sides leading; it has been discontinued. The top opens with pineapple, mint and melon, a cool, sweetly fruity start, while aquatic flowers carry the freshness on. In the heart, water violet, lily of the valley, bamboo and jasmine add a soft, floral and slightly green feel. The base of peach, sandalwood and iris sweetens it and closes on a gentle, powdery warmth, with the citrus and aquatic character still present throughout.