The Perfume Library

Lavandula

7.8

Penhaligon's · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Green

Penhaligon's Lavandula is a fresh, green unisex scent built around lavender and black pepper, softened by tonka bean and vanilla. It opens with black pepper, cinnamon and basil, a spicy, green start. In the heart, lavender, lily of the valley and clary sage lead, with a powdery floral softness. The base of tonka bean, amber, musk and vanilla sweetens it and dries down on a woody footing. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as both. It has been discontinued. Caron Pour Un Homme and Harry Lehmann Lavendelblüte have a close profile.

Iceberg (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Iceberg · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Iceberg Iceberg Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days and the office; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. Close to half of voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic. It opens with peach, bergamot, lemon and neroli for a citrusy freshness, while galbanum and basil add a green edge. The heart brings lily of the valley, rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang as a soft floral layer. Vetiver, cedar, sandalwood and oakmoss settle into a woody, chypre base.

s.Oliver Men (Eau de Toilette)

5.6

s.Oliver · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

s.Oliver Men Eau de Toilette, released in 2009, is a fresh, citrus-led men's scent that leans towards daily wear and the warmer months of spring and summer. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead, with evening far behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and never crowds a room. Most voters read it as masculine, and a good share call it modern. It opens with bergamot, cardamom, basil and pink pepper, fresh and lightly spicy. Clary sage and cedar then give it a woody middle. In the base, musk, sandalwood and amber soften it, leaving a faintly sweet, floral trace.

This Is Really Her!

7.0

Zadig & Voltaire · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Really Her! is a feminine, floral and sweet gourmand scent, with spice and wood keeping the sweetness in check. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Voters mostly call it feminine and modern. It opens with basil and pink pepper, and the heart holds metallic notes, rose and chestnut. In the base, vanilla, honey and labdanum add a creamy sweetness, while patchouli and sandalwood give it a woody footing. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! and Mancera Instant Crush have a close profile.

Derby

6.8

Roberto Ugolini · 2021

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Roberto Ugolini Derby is a classic-leaning men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green opening with spice, resin and smoky wood. The top notes of artemisia, basil and cardamom give it a bright, herbal start. In the heart, pimento, cinnamon and myrrh add a warm, resinous spiciness. The base of vetiver, patchouli, birch and cedarwood leaves an earthy, smoky, leathery woodiness. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. Voters read it as masculine and classic. Azzaro pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Aramis Havana (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Dali (1983) (Parfum de Toilette)

8.0

Salvador Dali · 1983

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Salvador Dali Dali (1983) Parfum de Toilette is a floral, powdery women's scent that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine and classic. The top notes of basil, bergamot and mandarin orange give a green, fruity start. In the heart, lily, jasmine, tuberose and rose build a floral body. At the base, amber, vanilla and sandalwood settle it onto a sweet, resinous and woody ground. Chloé Chloé (1975) and Versace Gianni Versace have a close profile.

L.12.12 Noir / Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir

5.9

Lacoste · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Lacoste L.12.12 Noir / Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir is a fresh yet sweet men's scent built around red berries, basil and dark chocolate. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business get the most votes. It reads masculine and modern. The top opens with red berries, basil, pineapple and watermelon, giving a citrusy, fruity freshness. Lemon vervain and lavender steady the heart. In the base, dark chocolate, coumarin, patchouli and cashmeran take over, and the scent softens into a gourmand sweetness.

Pegaso

7.0

Etro · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etro Pegaso is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, easy to wear through the day and at the office. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. It opens with citron, bergamot and neroli for a bright start. Pepper, iris and basil bring a green, spicy heart. In the base, cedarwood, cistus and benzoin settle it into a soft, woody finish. Courrèges Colognes Imaginaires - 2060 Cedar Pulp and Givenchy Eau de Givenchy (2018) have a close profile.

Knize Forest (Toilet Water)

7.2

Knize · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Knize Forest is a 1993 men's fragrance from Knize, a fresh, green fougère that opens with orange, petitgrain and lavender and settles onto vetiver and oakmoss. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer not far behind. It is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters call it masculine and classic. The citrus notes shine first, then sage, basil, rosemary and oregano bring a spicy, herbal edge in the heart. Geranium and rosewood soften that greenness. In the base, vetiver, patchouli, sandalwood and amber lay down a woody, earthy footing. Drakkar Noir by Guy Laroche and Creed Bois du Portugal have a close profile.

XXI: Art Deco - Cypress

8.8

Clive Christian · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Clive Christian XXI: Art Deco - Cypress is a woody fougère for men that opens fresh with petitgrain, bergamot and basil, then moves into a spicy cypress heart. The opening of petitgrain, bergamot and basil is citrusy, green and bright. In the heart, clove, cypress, nutmeg and ginger add a dry, spicy edge. Cedar, amber and oak wood anchor the base, leaving it woody with a faintly creamy feel. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. It is picked most for spring and fall, and for evenings and nights out, and most voters read it as classic and masculine. It has been discontinued. Heeley Cologne Officinale and L'Occitane en Provence Eau des 4 Voleurs have a close profile.

Oliver

8.0

Strangers Parfumerie · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Strangers Parfumerie Oliver is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. In the character votes masculine leads, with feminine taking a sizeable share too. Mandarin orange, bergamot and grapefruit carry the citrus, while fig, grape leaf and grass add a green, fruity feel. Oakmoss, sandalwood and vetiver lay a woody base, and pink pepper adds a light spicy touch.

Victory League (Eau de Toilette)

6.0

Adidas · 2006

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Adidas Victory League Eau de Toilette is a fresh, fruity men's scent with sweet spice and a warm woody edge, and it has been discontinued. Bergamot and pear open it with a light, slightly sweet freshness, and lavender and basil add a green, herbal lift. Cinnamon brings spicy warmth, cedar adds dryness, and vanilla and musk soften the sweetness. The overall impression is clean, sporty and a little synthetic. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it is chosen mostly for daily wear, leisure and sport. Voters read it as masculine and modern. Lattafa Ramz Lattafa (Silver) and Hormone Oxytocin have a close profile.

The Cut

7.5

Penhaligon's · 2025

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Penhaligon's The Cut is a fresh, green unisex fougère with a woody, resinous backbone. Fir balsam and cedar form a woody, resinous core, while peppermint, basil and cypress add coolness and a green edge. Lavender, clary sage and vetiver complete the spicy fougère structure, with sweet and synthetic touches softening it slightly. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure, work and daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine. Baldessarini Secret Mission and Lalique L'Insoumis have a close profile.

Original (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Denim · 1975

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Denim Original Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy and green opening with a spicy, woody, leathery base, and it sits closest to everyday wear. Most voters read it as masculine, and a good share call it classic. It is picked most for fall and spring, with summer chosen least. Daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. The top notes of bergamot, lemon and basil bring freshness. In the heart, patchouli, cedar and sage add a woody, slightly earthy feel. The base settles on tonka bean, cardamom, leather and oakmoss, ending spicy and smoky. Halston Z-14 (Cologne) and Azzaro pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Cologne Officinale

8.0

Heeley · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Heeley Cologne Officinale is a fresh, green unisex scent built around basil, rosemary, sage and lavender. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and more voters read it as masculine and classic than as feminine or modern. Basil opens it, then rosemary, sage and lavender form a herbal heart. In the base, dry woods, amber and oakmoss settle it into a woody, slightly creamy finish, while citrus and spicy accents keep the green profile bright. Jo Malone Amber & Lavender and Loewe Solo Origami share a close profile.

Grimoire

8.0

Anatole Lebreton · 2016

Green · Spicy · Woody

Anatole Lebreton Grimoire is a unisex fragrance with a green, spicy and smoky character, leaning woody and earthy. It opens with bergamot, basil and true lavender, fresh and green. In the heart, elemi resin, frankincense and Atlas cedar build a resinous, woody base. Cumin, moss and patchouli add an earthy, slightly animal trail underneath, and musk softens that rough edge. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer less favoured. It leans towards leisure time and evenings, and fewer voters see it as an office scent. Most read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême and Franck Boclet Ashes have a close profile.

Eau de Sisley 2

7.2

Sisley · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sisley Eau de Sisley 2 is a fresh, citrusy and green women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and the office; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. It reads feminine to most, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. The top notes are bergamot, basil and cardamom, giving a citrusy, slightly spicy start. In the heart, cyclamen, iris, rose and jasmine add a soft floral touch. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, cedar and vetiver settles into a woody, chypre-style foundation.

Oscar / Oscar de la Renta (1977) (Parfum)

7.7

Oscar de la Renta · 1977

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Oscar de la Renta Oscar / Oscar de la Renta (1977) Parfum is a powdery floral-oriental built on jasmine, ylang-ylang and tuberose in the heart, with vanilla and myrrh giving the base a sweet, resinous finish. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it gets the most votes for evenings and nights out. Voters see it as mainly feminine, then classic. It has been discontinued. It opens with coriander, basil and orange blossom, which add a spicy freshness. In the heart, jasmine, rose and tuberose form a full floral body. The base carries the sweetness of vanilla and myrrh, with sandalwood and patchouli adding a woody, chypre depth. Lancaster Lancaster and Houbigant Raffinée have a similar profile.

V pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Valentino · 2006

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Valentino V pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity start with a sweet, gourmand and spicy body, best suited to evenings and fall; it has been discontinued. It opens with basil, bergamot and pink pepper, while mandarin orange and tamarind add a fruity brightness. In the heart, cocoa, vanilla and jasmine sweeten it, with caraway and patchouli giving a spicy edge. Cedar, amber and sandalwood dry it down into a woody, powdery warmth. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage moderate. Most pick fall and winter, with spring close behind, and it leans towards evening and nights out. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine.

Private Number for Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Aigner · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Aigner Private Number for Men Eau de Toilette is a masculine fougère that pairs a fresh, citrusy and green character with a sweet edge; it has been discontinued. It opens with neroli, bergamot, basil and lavender, while galbanum adds a sharp green note and fruity notes a light sweetness. The heart turns floral and spicy through clary sage, rose, jasmine and carnation. In the base, tonka bean, Virginia cedar and oakmoss settle into a soft, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and fall, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. More than half of voters call it masculine, with many also finding it classic. Iceberg Iceberg Homme and Lacoste Original have a close profile.

Lavender on the Rocks

7.3

Atkinsons · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Atkinsons Lavender on the Rocks is a unisex scent built on lavender absolute, geranium and basil, fresh, green and floral, and suited to casual wear in the warmer months. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn third and winter well behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office get the most votes. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. On character, masculine leads slightly, with feminine close behind. It opens with rose and basil. Geranium and lavender absolute form the heart, keeping the freshness green and floral. In the base, oud, gaiac wood and saffron settle it onto a woody, spicy footing.

Vert de Fleur

7.7

Tom Ford · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Tom Ford Vert de Fleur is a unisex scent that sets the green freshness of galbanum and bergamot against the sweet florals of orange blossom and jasmine sambac; it has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick spring, summer and fall, and leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions chosen most. Slightly more voters call it feminine, but a good number say masculine, so it sits close to the middle. It opens with bergamot, neroli, basil, hyacinth and galbanum, fresh and green. Orris butter, orange blossom, rose and jasmine sambac bring a soft, sweet floral heart. Vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss lay down a woody, earthy, chypre-leaning base.

Greene Street

7.5

Etro · 2012

Floral · Green · Sweet

Etro Greene Street is a men's fragrance that opens on pink pepper, nutmeg and basil, moves into violet and frankincense, and settles into sweet, resinous woods. The top notes of pink pepper, nutmeg and basil give a dry, spicy and green start. In the heart, violet, geranium and frankincense add a powdery, floral side. The base of ambergris, benzoin, labdanum and sandalwood leaves a sweet, resinous, lightly smoky woodiness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and business, daily and leisure wear lead the occasions. Though classed as masculine, votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. It has been discontinued. Tauer Perfumes № 04 - Rêverie au Jardin and Rogue Ishtar have a close profile.

Kalemat الكلمات

8.4

Arabian Oud

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Arabian Oud Kalemat الكلمات is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with basil and frankincense; in the heart vanilla adds a soft sweetness, and the base settles into amber and oud. A woody, resinous frame carries an oriental feel, and the smoke never sits far back. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters read it as masculine, though many see it as feminine. Note 33 K@limat and Guerlain Ambre Samar have a close profile.