The Perfume Library

Jazz (1988) (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Yves Saint Laurent · 1988

Fresh · Floral · Green

Yves Saint Laurent Jazz is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance in which lavender, cinnamon and cardamom sit on a mossy, leathery base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and it leans towards daily, office and leisure wear. Most see it as masculine and classic. It opens with lavender, cinnamon, cardamom and bergamot, while basil and tarragon add a green edge. In the heart, iris, geranium and jasmine soften things with a floral touch. The base of oakmoss, cedar, tobacco and leather settles into a woody, leathery fougère.

Tokyo Bloom

7.6

The Different Company · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Different Company Tokyo Bloom is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent in which galbanum, blackcurrant bud and basil take the lead. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, which fits its unisex character. It opens with galbanum, blackcurrant bud, basil and dandelion, a sharp green freshness. Jasmine and cyclamen leaf bring a soft floral heart. In the base, gaiac wood, white musk and amber leave a light, warm woody finish.

Eau de Basilic Pourpre

7.4

Hermès · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hermès Eau de Basilic Pourpre is a light, clean unisex scent that pairs the green freshness of basil with citrus and a touch of spice. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin rather than leaving a strong trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn well behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads slightly more masculine, though a good share of voters call it feminine. Basil and bergamot lead, geranium adds a soft green-floral note, spices give a little warmth and patchouli sits quietly underneath as an earthy base. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and green. Jo Malone Geranium & Verbena and Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin (Cologne) have a close profile.

Insensé (Eau de Toilette)

8.4

Givenchy · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Givenchy Insensé Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and fruity men's fragrance with a citrus lift, suited to spring and summer days and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Blackcurrant, basil and mandarin orange open bright, green and fruity. The heart adds a soft floral layer of iris, lily of the valley, mastic and magnolia, and fir balsam leaves a resinous, woody base. Sweet and spicy tones stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and the occasions lean towards daytime, leisure and business. Most voters read it as masculine and classic.

Trussardi Uomo (1983) (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Trussardi · 1983

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Trussardi Uomo is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green opening with a spicy, woody and leathery body; it has been discontinued, but its firm character still suits autumn and winter evenings. The top notes of lavender, bergamot, thyme and juniper give a fresh, herbal start. In the heart, vetiver, cinnamon and honey add spicy warmth, with cedarwood settling it onto a woody base. Leather, frankincense and patchouli leave a resinous, smoky and earthy finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind; it leans towards nights out and evenings, yet also works for business and daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine and classic.

Halston 1-12 (Cologne)

7.5

Halston · 1976

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Halston 1-12 is a fresh, green and woody men's cologne built around lemon, basil and galbanum; it has been discontinued. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings it is most often matched with. Voters read it as masculine and classic. It opens with lemon, bergamot, mandarin and basil for a citrus freshness, while galbanum adds a sharp green edge. In the heart, lavender, pine needle and juniper berry form a spicy fougère character. The base of oakmoss, cedar and amber leaves an earthy, woody ground, softened by tonka and vanilla. Lacoste Original and Gucci pour Homme have a close profile.

Les Nuits d'Hadrien

7.2

Goutal · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Goutal Les Nuits d'Hadrien is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with artemisia, Sicilian bergamot and green mandarin orange, a sharp, green freshness. In the heart, juniper, caraway, cypress and basil add a spicy, woody feel. In the base, patchouli, amber, musk and vanilla soften that coolness and sweeten it slightly. Longevity and sillage are rated weak. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily and business settings. Votes for feminine and masculine sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. Montana Montana Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Floris 1976 have a close profile.

Eau de Rochas (1970) (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Rochas · 1970

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rochas Eau de Rochas (1970) is a fresh chypre that mixes citrus, green and floral sides; it is aimed at women and has been discontinued. Bergamot, mandarin orange, lemon and basil give it a bright, lightly spicy opening. Carnation, patchouli, jasmine and rose lead the heart, while oakmoss, musk, sandalwood and amber set the scent on a woody, earthy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most read it as feminine, though a fair share find it masculine, so it sits somewhere in between. Rochas Eau de Rochas Homme and Dior Diorella have a close profile.

Waterlily Tea Dress (Eau de Parfum) / N°02 Waterlily Tea Dress

7.6

Zara · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Zara Waterlily Tea Dress / N°02 Waterlily Tea Dress Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and green floral built on neroli and bergamot, with a light aquatic feel aimed at women. It lasts and projects at a moderate level. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads feminine, though a fair number of voters also call it modern. It opens with neroli and bergamot, a bright citrus note. In the heart, mint, sage and basil add a cool, herbal green edge. Ambroxan and musk soften the base into a clean, simple trail. Aquatic and synthetic tones shape the overall impression. Akro Breathe and Zara Popeline Blanche have a close profile.

Davidoff (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Davidoff · 1984

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Davidoff Eau de Toilette is a discontinued men's fragrance with a fresh, green and citrusy chypre character. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. It reads masculine and classic. It opens fresh with lemon, bergamot, lime and basil. The heart brings iris, jasmine, cedarwood and thyme. The base settles on vetiver, leather and patchouli, giving a woody, leathery footing.

L'Homme Libre (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Yves Saint Laurent · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Libre Eau de Toilette opens with lemon zest, Chinese ginger and bergamot, a fresh citrus scent for men that suits daytime wear; it has been discontinued. The top notes are lemon zest, Chinese ginger and bergamot, while basil and violet leaf in the heart add a green, floral touch. White pepper in the base leaves a dry, spicy edge. The overall impression is fresh and aquatic, with a faintly fruity, lightly sweet side. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, business and leisure wear lead the occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with a modern streak. Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Eau d'Été 2007 and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Gingembre have a close profile.

L'Insoumis

7.5

Lalique · 2016

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Lalique L'Insoumis is a fresh, green fougère for men, with woody and spicy touches holding it together. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, present without being loud. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads masculine and classic. It opens with basil, rum and bergamot; lavender, black pepper and clary sage sit in the heart. The base of Haitian vetiver, moss, patchouli and Clearwood™ builds an earthy, woody footing, while sweet and synthetic accords soften the green, spicy structure. Tom Ford Beau de Jour (Eau de Parfum) and Guy Laroche Drakkar Intense have a close profile.

Vent Vert (1990)

7.4

Balmain · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Balmain Vent Vert is a green chypre built around basil, green notes and lemon, softened by florals; it is a women's fragrance that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, though a fair share call it classic. It opens fresh and sharp with basil, green notes, lemon and lime, while peach and orange blossom ease the edge. The heart is mostly floral, with jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and hyacinth. In the base, vetiver, oakmoss and sandalwood give it a dry, woody footing. Rochas Eau de Rochas (1970) and Chanel Cristalle have a close profile.

The One Royal Night

8.1

Dolce & Gabbana · 2015

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Dolce & Gabbana The One Royal Night is a sweet, spicy fragrance for men that opens with cardamom and basil and settles into the warmth of sandalwood, labdanum and amber. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind. It is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out, and less often for the office or daily wear. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and its character reads mostly masculine and classic. It opens with cardamom and basil giving a spicy start, and nutmeg and wild pear wood soften it at the heart. As it dries, sandalwood, labdanum, amber and cedar take over, leaving a sweet, creamy, resinous and slightly smoky woody-oriental scent.

Thé Basilic

7.7

Molinard · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Molinard Thé Basilic is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with bergamot, mint and basil, a citrusy, cooling start. In the heart, blackcurrant adds a fruity sweetness, while jasmine and tea keep it floral and green. Musk and vervain soften the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen more often for leisure, daily wear and the office. Votes for masculine and feminine are equal, so it sits comfortably on either. Xerjoff Torino21 and Esteban Tourbillon de Thé have a close profile.

Halloween Man

7.2

Halloween · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Halloween Man is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, spicy body, and it reads as modern and masculine. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend it for autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Most voters call it masculine. Violet leaf, basil and mandarin orange give a fresh, slightly green start, while Martini adds a light fruity sweetness. In the heart, cinnamon, lavender and orange blossom lead, with ginger flower softening the spice. The base of vanilla, leather, musk and ambergris leaves a gourmand, oriental warmth. A synthetic sheen runs through the accords.

Play Green

7.9

Comme des Garçons · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Comme des Garçons Play Green is a fresh, green unisex scent that sets lime and mint against a spicy, woody backdrop. It opens with lime, nana mint and juniper berry, a cool mix of citrus and greenery. In the heart, mastic, jasmine and basil soften that freshness, while abelmoschus, cedar and vetiver settle the scent onto a dry, woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, in line with its unisex character. Miller et Bertaux l'eau de parfum #3 and Rochas Eau de Rochas Homme (2015) have a close profile.

Tacit

7.8

Aēsop · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Aēsop Tacit is a unisex scent where yuzu, basil and rosemary make a fresh, green, lightly spicy opening that settles onto vetiver and cedarwood. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays calm through the day. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen occasions. Votes on character lean slightly masculine. It opens with yuzu, basil and clove, a citrus freshness with a spicy warmth. In the heart, mint, rosemary and fennel add a green, herbal feel. The base dries down to vetiver, cedarwood and amber, leaving it woody and earthy. Angana Senteur de Terre and Goutal Les Colognes - Vétiver have a close profile.

Solo Cedro

7.3

Loewe · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Loewe Solo Cedro is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with a green and woody side that balances the brightness. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring and fall, and summer works too. It is worn for leisure, daily use and business. It reads masculine, with modern and classic sides as well. Mandarin orange and petitgrain give it a bright citrus feel, while basil and maté carry the green side. Pink pepper and nutmeg add a light spice. Virginia cedar, gaiac wood and amberwood form the woody base, and lavender adds a clean touch. Massimo Dutti Cristal Zest and Cerruti 1881 Essentiel have a close profile.

Dragonfly (2021)

7.5

Zoologist · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Zoologist Dragonfly is a fresh, floral and aquatic unisex scent, with green and powdery touches that recall a garden after rain. Grapefruit, ginger and basil open it lightly. Geranium, jasmine sambac and rose form the floral heart, with violet leaf adding green and orris a powdery softness. Rain water, moss and vetiver keep the base cool and earthy. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most common settings. It leans slightly feminine in votes, though a fair share call it masculine.

Sung Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Alfred Sung · 1989

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Alfred Sung Sung Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and spicy fougère with a woody, somewhat classic character, aimed at men. The top is bright with bergamot, lemon, juniper berry and sage, while caraway and pepper add spice. In the heart, stone pine needle, rose and jasmine bring a floral layer, and the base settles on vetiver, sandalwood, cedar and leather. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring; daily wear and leisure lead, and it also works for business. About half of voters find it masculine. Krizia Krizia Uomo and Karl Lagerfeld Photo have a close profile.

Boucheron pour Homme (1989) (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Boucheron · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Boucheron pour Homme is a masculine chypre in which bergamot, lavender and oakmoss lead, setting fresh citrus against a powdery floral heart; it has been discontinued. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Spring and autumn get the most votes, with summer and winter slightly behind. Daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most voters read it as masculine, and a share also call it classic. It opens with bergamot, orange, lemon and lavender for a fresh citrus feel, rounded by basil's green edge. The heart of lily of the valley, rose, jasmine and orris root adds a soft, powdery floral layer. The base of oakmoss, vetiver, sandalwood and tonka bean settles into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Boucheron pour Homme (Eau de Cologne) and Caron Nocturnes share a close profile.

Haxan / Häxan

8.1

Parfum Prissana · 2018

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Parfum Prissana Haxan / Häxan is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green start against spicy, resinous and earthy weight, with an animalic edge; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters lean towards autumn and spring, and mostly pick it for leisure and evenings. More call it masculine than feminine, though a fair share see it as feminine. Goatskin, mushrooms, tobacco absolute and castoreum build an animalic, earthy base. Thyme, rosemary, sage and basil run a green, herbal line across it. Frankincense, labdanum and fir balsam add resinous warmth, while black pepper and clove push the spice.

Complex (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

Boadicea the Victorious · 2008

Green · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Boadicea the Victorious Complex Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent with a green, smoky and leathery character. It opens with sage and basil, moves into frankincense and violet at the heart, and settles on musk, oud and leather. The body is spicy, woody and earthy, while resinous and animalic tones deepen its rugged feel. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is worn mostly in the evening and on nights out. Nearly half of voters find it masculine. Borouj Perlador and Tigha The Dark Side have a close profile.