The Perfume Library

Par 4

7.1

Detaille

Fresh · Floral · Green

Detaille Par 4 is a men's fragrance that opens with Italian bergamot, basil and white thyme, then settles into vetiver, labdanum and oakmoss for a fresh, green, woody fougère feel. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though summer has its share. Daily wear, leisure and office use are rated equally. Most voters call it masculine, followed by classic. Bergamot, basil and white thyme give a fresh, green start. In the heart, Bourbon geranium and saffron add a floral, spicy touch. The base of vetiver, labdanum and oakmoss turns woody, powdery and resinous, with a faint fruity-sweet softness running through.

Oscar (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Oscar de la Renta

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Oscar de la Renta Oscar Eau de Toilette is a feminine fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of peach and galbanum with a floral heart of rose, jasmine and tuberose, leaning towards autumn and spring. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer well behind. Leisure, evening and business wear draw similar support, and it reads mostly feminine and classic. It opens with peach, galbanum and orange blossom, fresh and fruity. Rose, jasmine and tuberose build a floral centre. Patchouli, sandalwood and amber settle into a woody, creamy, lightly spicy base. Ted Lapidus Création and Giorgio Beverly Hills Giorgio have a close profile.

Tristano by Onofri

7.6

Tristano Onofri · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tristano Onofri Tristano by Onofri is a men's fougère that joins a fresh opening of bergamot and basil to a base of oakmoss, patchouli and leather; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter close behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, though business and evening get votes too. Most voters call it masculine and classic. The top of bergamot, basil, clary sage and green notes gives it a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, jasmine, rose and sandalwood add a soft floral touch. The base of oakmoss, patchouli, leather and amber builds an earthy, woody floor, which tonka bean and vanilla sweeten slightly. Davidoff Zino and Azzaro pour Homme have a close profile.

40 Rogue

7.2

Rogue · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rogue 40 Rogue is a unisex green floral chypre that pairs a fresh, herbal side with a powdery one; it has been discontinued. Tarragon, basil and citrus notes give it a green, fresh frame. Rose, narcissus and carnation shape the floral side, while aldehydes add brightness. Oakmoss and musk settle it onto a woody, powdery base, and the fruity notes and an animal touch soften the sharper greenery. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with leisure and evening wear leading. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, and it reads as classic. Krizia Moods and Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche have a close profile.

14.2 Costume Liquide

7.6

Pierre Guillaume · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pierre Guillaume 14.2 Costume Liquide is a fresh, green unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, whether at the office or at leisure. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure come out almost evenly. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. As a whole it runs fresh, citrusy and green. Iris and violet leaf build a powdery, floral base, while basil and pepper add a spicy edge. Haitian vetiver brings a dry, woody tone, and peony softens the floral side. The fougère structure leaves a clean, orderly impression.

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac (Eau de Cologne)

7.8

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac · 1982

Green · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Cologne

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Eau de Cologne is a men's fragrance that ties the green, fresh opening of juniper, basil and bergamot to darker woody notes such as cedarwood, patchouli and leather; it has been discontinued. Most voters read it as masculine, and some call it classic. It is picked most often for autumn, with the other seasons close behind. Daily wear, the office and evenings out all get similar weight. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though those ratings rest on few votes. It opens with juniper, basil and bergamot giving a green freshness. In the heart, pine needle, cedarwood and patchouli build a woody frame. The base of moss, leather and castoreum leaves an earthy, animal warmth, and the spicy, smoky accords add weight.

L'Eau Réglisse / Eau de Réglisse

7.4

Caron · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Caron L'Eau Réglisse / Eau de Réglisse opens with basil, nutmeg and mandarin orange, then turns sweet and gourmand with ginger and vanilla, a spicy, fresh unisex scent. Mandarin orange and basil give it a fresh, citrusy start, with nutmeg adding spice. In the heart ginger comes forward, and the fruity, sweet side gradually takes over. Patchouli and vanilla settle it into a soft, woody sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily and leisure wear lead the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it reads as suitable for either. It has been discontinued.

Samphire

7.7

Laboratory Perfumes · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Laboratory Perfumes Samphire is a fresh, green citrus scent: the brightness of lime and bergamot meets a spicy, woody edge, and it suits both men and women. It opens with lime, bergamot, lemon and black pepper, then moves into mandarin orange, lemon grass, basil and ginger at the heart. In the base, oakmoss and tonka bean soften the citrus, and it dries down to a clean, dry woodiness. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick summer and spring. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though it works as a unisex scent. Acqua di Parma Cedro di Taormina and Dior Granville have a close profile.

Barbershop

7.8

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Barbershop is a men's fragrance that sets lemon, bergamot and lavender against a woody base of vetiver and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to spring and fall, then summer, and it leans towards leisure and the office. It reads mostly masculine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine or classic. It opens fresh and green with lemon, bergamot, basil and lavender, with aniseed adding a spicy edge. The heart turns softly floral with geranium, ylang-ylang and jasmine sambac. The base warms into resinous woods, with vetiver, sandalwood, benzoin and vanilla sweetening it, and the fougère structure holds throughout.

Semi-Bespoke 23

8.9

Roja Parfums · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

L'Eau du Dimanche (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Lostmarc'h · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Lostmarc'h L'Eau du Dimanche Eau de Toilette is a fresh, lightly floral unisex scent led by citrus and green notes. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear and leisure, with office use not far behind. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, which puts it somewhere in between. The top opens with bergamot, lemon, mandarin orange and basil. Vervain, petitgrain and galbanum bring a green, slightly bitter heart. Moss, musk and patchouli settle underneath, giving it a woody, earthy base.

Ervas

6.7

Odur · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Odur Ervas is a fresh, green unisex scent that pairs mandarin orange and lemon with cucumber, basil and orange blossom. The opening is bright citrus, with mandarin orange and lemon giving a lightly sweet edge. In the heart, cucumber and basil add a green, watery note, while orange blossom softens it with a creamy floral touch. Musk in the base keeps everything calm and clean. Longevity and projection are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with some choosing fall. It is worn mostly for leisure, daily use and the office, and rarely for evenings. It reads neither clearly feminine nor masculine. Caron Miss Rocaille and Asprey Purple Water have a close profile.

One Man Show Emerald Edition

7.3

Jacques Bogart · 2018

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Jacques Bogart One Man Show Emerald Edition is a fresh, green men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good. Most voters suggest it for daily wear, leisure and the office; spring is the favoured season, followed by autumn and summer. It reads masculine and classic. It opens with elemi resin, basil and violet, a green and airy start. In the heart, nutmeg, cedarwood and tonka bean add a spicy, woody warmth. The base of labdanum, patchouli and leather settles into a resinous, earthy, leathery finish. Azzaro pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Jaguar for Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Patchouli

8.3

Ajmal · 2019

Citrus · Green · Spicy

Ajmal Patchouli is a unisex scent that opens with citrus and spice and settles into a woody, earthy, smoky character. Bergamot, cardamom, nutmeg and rosewood give it a cool, spicy start. In the heart, patchouli, rose, basil and tonka bean come forward, and the green, earthy side becomes clear. The base of vetiver, oud, sandalwood and vanilla adds a woody, smoky, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Voters choose it mostly for nights out and evenings, and it is also worn for leisure and business. It suits men and women alike. Tom Ford Oud Wood and Rayhaan Wood Noir have a close profile.

Cool Water Into the Ocean

7.6

Davidoff · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Davidoff Cool Water Into the Ocean is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance built around mandarin orange, marine notes and grapefruit; it has been discontinued. The citrus notes and marine notes lead at the start. In the heart, basil, peppermint and sage add a green, cooling feel, while juniper and ginger bring a spicy edge. The base of vetiver, sandalwood and musk softens everything onto a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the vote counts are small, so those ratings are tentative. It reads masculine. With its fruity and green touches, it suits anyone after a clean, simple scent. Davidoff Cool Water Ice Fresh and Davidoff Cool Water Pure Pacific have a close profile.

Bambou

7.6

Molinard · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Molinard Bambou is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex fragrance that leans towards easy, relaxed wear in spring and summer. The top notes are ginger, bergamot and cardamom, so citrus and spice come first. In the heart, bamboo and basil pull the scent in a green, airy direction. The base of musk, cedar and sandalwood leaves a soft, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned occasions. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as balanced between the two. Eisenberg Happiness - Young and Davidoff Adventure Eau Fraîche have a close profile.

Limonsitano

7.2

Strangers Parfumerie · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Strangers Parfumerie Limonsitano is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent, built around limoncello and herbal notes with a light, airy feel. Limoncello, citron, grapefruit and bergamot form the citrus side. Mint, basil, rosemary, thyme and sage add a green, spicy herbal edge. Kelp and driftwood bring an aquatic freshness, while neroli and rose add a soft floral touch. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters pick it most for leisure and business settings, and it sits close to everyday wear too. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi and Galimard 1 have a close profile.

Pink Heart V.6

6.6

Map of the Heart · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Map of the Heart Pink Heart V.6 is a women's fragrance that sets neroli, orris butter and jasmine absolute over a sweet, woody base of sandalwood and pipe tobacco. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it is chosen more often for evenings, nights out and leisure time. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though these ratings rest on few votes. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. It opens with neroli, basil and shiso leaf, fresh and slightly herbal. The heart builds a floral body from orris butter, broom, narcissus and jasmine. In the base, sumach, Australian sandalwood, pipe tobacco and cistus pull it toward a spicy, woody sweetness.

Vent Vert (2024)

6.6

Balmain · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Balmain Vent Vert (2024) is a green, citrusy unisex scent that reads fresh, lightly sweet and floral. The scent works as one green, fresh whole: spearmint, basil and galbanum give it a cool, leafy side, while green mandarin orange and blackcurrant pull it towards fruit and a light sweetness. Jasmine adds a soft floral touch and musk a creamy base, and the synthetic accord gives it a clean, modern feel. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter well back. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and many also see it as an office scent. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it sits in between.

Rose Highland

7.2

Jorum Studio · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jorum Studio Rose Highland is a fresh, green floral unisex perfume that leans on earthy and woody tones, suited to cool, calm days. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, so it sits comfortably on anyone. Without season or occasion votes, there is little to say about when it fits best. Rose absolute and jasmine absolute form the floral core, while geranium, azalea and rhododendron keep it green and fresh. Pink pepper and clove add a spicy warmth. Vetiver, oak and mineral notes settle it onto an earthy, woody base, with a soft creaminess underneath. The Dua Brand River Fougère and Diptyque Eau de Lierre have a close profile.

Romance for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Ralph Lauren · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Romance for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that most voters pick for spring and summer, suited to leisure time and the office. It opens with blackcurrant, orange and lavender up front, while mandarin orange and ginger keep it bright. In the heart, rose, saffron and cardamom add a soft floral and spicy note. Vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss settle into a woody, powdery base; overall it reads green, lightly sweet and clean. Longevity and sillage are moderate: not heavy, but noticeable. After spring and summer comes fall, while winter trails well behind. It is a men's fragrance, and Penhaligon's Zizonia and Bois 1920 Agrumi Amari di Sicilia have a similar profile.

Milano Cento (Eau de Toilette)

8.4

Milano Cento · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Milano Cento Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and woody fougère that pairs citrus brightness with lavender and spice, sold as a men's fragrance and suited to daily wear, the office and free time. Voters lean towards spring, fall and summer, with winter getting the fewest votes. Leisure, daily and business use come first, while evening and night-out wear trail behind. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters see it as masculine or classic. The top opens with bergamot, lemon and petitgrain for a bright start. The heart brings rosemary, lavender, basil and clary sage, adding a green, herbal feel. The base settles into clove, cinnamon, sandalwood and patchouli, warm, spicy and woody. Jo Malone Amber & Lavender and Gucci Nobile (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Inspired Nature for Him

7.1

Mexx · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mexx Inspired Nature for Him is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens on clary sage, basil and lemon. The top notes of clary sage, basil and lemon bring citrus and greenery first. In the heart, lily of the valley, geranium and marine notes add a floral freshness, softened by faint fruity and sweet touches. The base of cedarwood, vetiver and musk settles it on a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen occasions. Masculine is the leading character vote. s.Oliver Black Label Men and Zirh Ikon Chrome have a close profile.

Labyrinthe Libertin

7.6

Le Prince Jardinier

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Le Prince Jardinier Labyrinthe Libertin is a unisex scent that sets the green freshness of thyme, bergamot and tarragon against powdery florals like lily of the valley and violet; it has been discontinued. It opens with thyme, bergamot, tarragon, basil and mint, which read herbal, citrusy and fresh. In the heart, lily of the valley, violet, jasmine and iris add a soft, lightly sweet, powdery floral note. Vetiver, cedarwood and musk dry it down onto a woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Votes for feminine and masculine are close. Chloé Innocence and Dsquared² She Wood have a similar profile.