The Perfume Library

Aromatics Elixir (Perfume)

7.6

Clinique · 1971

Floral · Green · Spicy

Clinique Aromatics Elixir is a green, earthy and spicy chypre, a dense, assertive floral over a resinous, woody base that leans towards evenings and colder seasons. Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, so a small amount carries for a long time. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. It is written as a women's perfume, though a share of voters read it as masculine. The top opens sharp and green with bergamot, clary sage, coriander and geranium. The heart builds a floral body of tuberose, rose, jasmine and orris root. The base settles into oakmoss, patchouli, vetiver and frankincense, earthy and resinous. Halston Halston (Eau de Toilette) and Jil Sander Woman III have a close profile.

Vétiver Extraordinaire

7.9

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Vétiver Extraordinaire is a masculine scent that sets the woody body of Haitian vetiver and cedarwood against fresh bitter orange and bergamot. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it also wears easily in summer. Daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, and some call it classic. It opens with bitter orange, pink pepper and bergamot, fresh and lightly spicy. In the heart, Haitian vetiver, cedarwood and sandalwood build a woody, earthy line, softened by cashmeran. In the dry-down, musk and oakmoss hold the green, earthy tone at the base.

Soleil Neige (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Tom Ford · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Soleil Neige Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy floral that turns powdery, creamy and sweet, and it suits spring and summer days and everyday wear best. Bergamot, orange blossom, rose absolute and Jasminum grandiflorum concrete form the floral core. Benzoin and labdanum add sweetness and warmth, while the musky notes keep it soft, powdery and creamy. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Voters lean feminine, though it is unisex and reads that way too. Tom Ford Soleil Blanc (Eau de Parfum) and Kaloo Blue have a close profile.

Coach for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Coach · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Coach for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent led by green Nashi pear, kumquat and bergamot, suited to everyday wear and the warmer months of spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall next. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings, and it reads mostly masculine and modern. It opens with green Nashi pear, kumquat and bergamot, fresh and fruity. In the heart, geranium, coriander and cardamom add a light spiciness. As it dries, ambergris, Haitian vetiver and suede give it a soft, woody base, while aquatic and sweet touches run throughout. Tommy Hilfiger Tommy New York and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Bleue have a close profile.

Fleur Narcotique (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Ex Nihilo · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique Eau de Parfum is a sweet, floral unisex scent that moves from the fresh, fruity opening of peach, lychee and bergamot into a heart of peony, orange blossom and jasmine. Most voters pick spring and summer; daily wear and leisure lead, and it also works at the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Half of voters find it feminine, and many call it modern. Peach, lychee and bergamot come first, fresh, fruity and citrusy. Peony, orange blossom and jasmine then bring the floral side forward and the scent turns sweeter. Woody notes, musk and moss lay a soft base underneath. MAD Parfumeur Narcotic and Bibliothèque de Parfum P.S. have a close profile.

La Nuit Trésor à la Folie

8.2

Lancôme · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lancôme La Nuit Trésor à la Folie is a powdery, creamy feminine scent that gathers gourmand and fruity sweetness inside a floral frame. Voters find it strong in longevity and good in sillage; most pick fall and winter, and evenings or nights out, while summer stays in the background. Most voters read it as feminine, with a share calling it modern. Pink pepper and bergamot open it, and damask rose leads the heart. In the base, amber, patchouli and vanilla take over, turning it sweeter with a spicy, oriental warmth. Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium (Eau de Parfum) and Dior Midnight Poison (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Escentric 02

7.5

Escentric Molecules · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Escentric Molecules Escentric 02 is a fresh, citrus-and-green unisex scent with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Votes are split between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. It opens with juniper berry, bergamot, mandarin orange and lime for a bright citrus start. The heart brings freesia, pink pepper, ginger and orris root, a floral and lightly spicy turn. In the base, vetiver, tonka bean and ambroxan settle it onto a soft, woody footing.

Le Mâle Elixir Absolu

7.8

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Elixir Absolu is a sweet, spicy, gourmand men's fragrance built around cinnamon, cardamom and plum. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind and summer far less. It leans towards night-out and evening wear, and sits less naturally in the office or daily use. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern. Cinnamon and cardamom give it a spicy warmth, while plum adds a fruity sweetness. Benzoin, tonka bean and labdanum soften this into a creamy, powdery feel, with bergamot, lavender and patchouli staying in the background. The overall impression is sweet, oriental and dense.

Boudoir (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Vivienne Westwood · 1998

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Vivienne Westwood Boudoir Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet and spicy scent suited to autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued and is classed as a women's perfume. It opens with orange blossom, hyacinth and bergamot lifted by aldehydes; in the heart rose, jasmine, narcissus and orris root build a floral, powdery core, with carnation and cardamom adding spice. In the base vanilla and sandalwood give a sweet, woody warmth, while cinnamon and patchouli deepen the oriental side. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening or a night out; most see it as feminine and classic. Guerlain Samsara (Eau de Parfum) and Emanuel Ungaro Diva (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Dans Paris

8.4

Celine · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Celine Dans Paris is a sweet, creamy unisex scent built on vanilla and musk, with bergamot and coriander seed adding a touch of brightness and spice. The scent stays in one piece from start to finish: vanilla and musk form a soft, powdery base, bergamot lends it a light sparkle, and coriander seed and laurel blossom turn the sweetness slightly spicy and faintly floral. The gourmand side leads, but it reads creamy rather than sugary. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick fall and winter, then spring, and leisure, daily wear and evening come up most often. Many voters find it feminine. Gentle Fluidity (Gold) and Dior Fève Délicieuse have a close profile.

1872 for Men

8.2

Clive Christian · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clive Christian 1872 for Men is a green, woody fougère that opens on bergamot, grapefruit and lavender; it is made for men and leans towards spring and summer days. The top is led by bergamot, grapefruit, lavender and rosemary, with nutmeg and pepper adding spice and peach and pineapple a soft fruity touch. In the heart, jasmine and clary sage bring a floral, green transition. The base settles on cedar, patchouli and amber, giving the scent a warm, woody footing. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Its profile is close to Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Lancôme Trophée.

Aventus for Her

7.0

Creed · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Creed Aventus for Her is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that pairs green apple and citrus with a floral, fruity heart. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Voters mostly call its character feminine, with some finding it modern. It opens on green apple, lemon, bergamot and pink pepper. The heart of rose, ylang-ylang, pineapple and peach adds a fruity sweetness. It settles on a woody base of patchouli, cedarwood, sandalwood, musk and ambergris. Armaf Le Parfait pour Homme and The Nose Behind Suits have a close profile.

Oud for Happiness

7.5

Initio · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Initio Oud for Happiness is a woody, spicy and sweet unisex scent that most voters pick for autumn and winter, and for evenings and nights out. Indian oud and cedarwood form a woody backbone, while ginger adds spice and vanilla and musk carry a creamy sweetness. Bergamot brings a fresh citrus lift that lightens the weight, though the oriental character leads overall. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It also suits leisure time, and summer is the least favoured season. Xerjoff Uden Overdose and Montagne Parfums Eden have a close profile.

Sublime Vanille

8.3

Creed · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Creed Sublime Vanille is a unisex scent that links the brightness of lemon and bergamot to the soft sweetness of jasmine and Bourbon vanilla. It opens fresh and citrusy with lemon and bergamot. In the heart, jasmine and Bourbon vanilla take over, turning the scent sweeter and more gourmand. Tonkin musk and tonka bean settle it into a powdery, creamy base, with a spicy edge staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters point to spring, fall and summer, with winter a little behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Alexandria Fragrances Splendid Vanille and Marcoccia Zaahra have a close profile.

Cool Water Woman

6.3

Davidoff · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Davidoff Cool Water Woman is a fresh, aquatic floral that pairs citrus with a light fruity sweetness, and it suits easy, everyday wear. It opens with bergamot and citrus notes alongside pineapple, melon, quince and blackcurrant, with water lily and lotus adding a cool, watery edge. The heart turns softly floral with jasmine, May rose, lily of the valley and honey. Musk, sandalwood, amber and vanilla sweeten the base gently. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and sport are the leading occasions. Close to half of voters read it as feminine. Toni Gard Seaside Woman and Ghost Luminous share a close profile.

Torino23

7.2

Xerjoff · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Xerjoff Torino23 is a unisex fragrance that sets the brightness of bergamot and cardamom against a floral heart of neroli, jasmine and tuberose. It opens with bergamot, cardamom, rose and nutmeg: a fresh, citrusy start with a light spice. In the heart, neroli, ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose bring out the green and floral side. The base of musk, patchouli, cedarwood and amber settles into a woody, sweet and creamy finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It is mentioned most for leisure and daily wear, and also works for the office and evenings out. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it sits comfortably between the two.

360° Red for Men

7.5

Perry Ellis · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Perry Ellis 360° Red for Men is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance where lime, bergamot and orange meet a touch of spice. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and business. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and its character reads clearly masculine. It opens with citrus up front, while cinnamon, nutmeg and clove add a spicy edge. Lavender and coriander seed sit in the heart, and vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli settle it onto a woody base. The overall impression is fresh, lightly sweet and aquatic. Hugo Boss Boss in Motion and Adidas Ice Dive have a close profile.

Bel Ami (Eau de Toilette)

8.2

Hermès · 1986

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Eau de Toilette

Hermès Bel Ami Eau de Toilette is a spicy, woody and leathery men's fragrance with smoky, earthy edges, a classic that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and summer stays in the background. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also finds a place at the office and in daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine. The top opens with bergamot, mandarin orange, lemon and sage, keeping things bright. In the heart, patchouli, carnation, jasmine and orris root bring more weight, and the base settles into vetiver, leather, oakmoss and vanilla. What remains is dry, smoky and slightly sweet.

Ambassador Intense

7.6

Gisada · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Gisada Ambassador Intense is a men's fragrance that sets the brightness of bergamot and pink pepper against the sweet, resinous warmth of vanilla, tonka bean and labdanum. It is rated strong in longevity and good in sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading; office wear and summer come well behind. Voters mostly see it as masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, grapefruit and ginger for freshness, while pink pepper and cardamom add spice. Clove, cinnamon and caramel bring sweetness to the heart. The base settles into vanilla, tonka bean, labdanum, leather and patchouli, giving a fruity, gourmand and smoky warmth.

L'Instant de Guerlain (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Guerlain · 2003

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Guerlain L'Instant de Guerlain Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet scent with a powdery, creamy and gourmand warmth, an oriental perfume for women. It opens on bergamot and mandarin orange, a light citrus brightness. In the heart, jasmine, magnolia, iris, ylang-ylang and common elder form a rounded floral core. The base of honey, vanilla, benzoin, musk and amber turns it sweeter and softer. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, with summer the least chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out, but suits daytime wear too. Most voters read it as feminine. Dolce & Gabbana The One (Eau de Parfum) and Etro Heliotrope (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Lyric Woman (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Amouage · 2008

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Amouage Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum is a floral, spicy oriental with a sweet, powdery and faintly smoky character, suited to evenings and the colder months. It opens with ginger, cinnamon and cardamom giving a spicy warmth, lifted slightly by bergamot. In the heart, rose, jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and iris build a floral core. The base is led by frankincense, sandalwood, vanilla and patchouli, and the scent turns sweeter, settling into a powdery, smoky warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Guerlain Samsara (Eau de Parfum) and John Galliano John Galliano (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Roma (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Laura Biagiotti · 1988

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Laura Biagiotti Roma Eau de Toilette is a floral-oriental women's fragrance that opens with blackcurrant, bergamot and mint, then moves through a rose and jasmine heart to a base of vanilla and amber. Blackcurrant and bergamot give the opening a fruity freshness, with mint cooling it slightly. The heart of rose, jasmine, lily of the valley and carnation builds a floral core with spicy and powdery touches. In the base, myrrh, patchouli, musk, vanilla and amber sweeten the scent and settle it onto a warm, woody ground. Longevity and sillage both rate as good among voters. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also gets votes for daytime and the office. Most see it as feminine and classic. Boucheron Initial and Chopard Cašmir share a close profile.

Tyrannosaurus Rex

7.2

Zoologist · 2018

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Zoologist Tyrannosaurus Rex opens with fir, black pepper and cade juniper, and reads as a floral, spicy and smoky scent. Its longevity and sillage are rated very strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine, though it is unisex. The top notes bring fir, black pepper, neroli and nutmeg. In the heart, jasmine, ylang-ylang and osmanthus form a floral layer. The base carries cade juniper, leather, frankincense and resins, with an animal, earthy edge. Bogue LiTA and Nimerè Shades of Darkness have a close profile.

La Danza delle Libellule (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2012

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Nobile 1942 La Danza delle Libellule Eau de Parfum sets the freshness of apple and bergamot against the sweet warmth of cocoa, cinnamon and vanilla, a fruity, gourmand scent made for women. It wears with moderate sillage and good longevity. Voters lean towards spring and fall, and place it mostly in leisure and daily wear. Its character reads feminine and modern. Apple and bergamot give a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, cocoa and cinnamon add a spicy, gourmand touch. Musk, vanilla and cedarwood settle into a creamy, powdery, sweet base. Its profile is close to Orens Parfums Silenda d'Ecume and The Dua Brand Exceptional Dance of Dragonflies.