The Perfume Library

Divine Aphrodisiac

7.2

Navitus Parfums · 2022

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Navitus Parfums Divine Aphrodisiac is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around Ceylonese cinnamon, bitter almond and Indian sesame. It opens spicy and nutty, with the cinnamon, sesame and bitter almond sitting close together. In the heart, Moroccan orris butter and peanut butter turn that sweetness creamy and soft. The base brings Java and Haitian vetiver, whose dry, woody edge meets praliné and coffee, and the scent settles into a warm, resinous finish. Kyse Perfumes Oui Plus! and Theodoros Kalotinis Coffee Addict have a close profile.

Ciel Frigolet

8.0

Inès de la Fressange · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Inès de la Fressange Ciel Frigolet is a fresh yet sweet, powdery unisex scent that pairs mandarin orange with bitter almond. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though few people have voted so far, so this is only a first impression. It reads as unisex, and its light, soft feel suits everyday wear. Mandarin orange opens with a cooling citrus lift. In the heart, heliotrope and bitter almond come forward, and a creamy, gourmand sweetness softens the floral powder. Musky notes in the base wrap this softness and leave the scent calm on the skin. Its profile is close to Zara Vanilla and Prada Infusion d'Amande.

Mr. Burberry Element

6.7

Burberry · 2020

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Burberry Mr. Burberry Element is a men's fragrance with a fresh, aquatic and green character, with a spicy, woody base that rounds it off without making it heavy. It opens with bitter almond and moves into juniper berry at the heart. Oakmoss and ambergris set the base on a dry, slightly salty, woody footing. The spicy tone stays in the background while the fresh and green side carries the scent. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself noticed up close without filling the room. It is presented as a masculine fragrance. Giardino Benessere Salaria and Insolitum Odores Rainforest have a close profile.

Orazuli

7.3

S.T. Dupont · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

S.T. Dupont Orazuli is a women's fragrance that pairs a fresh floral character with a sweet, creamy, powdery base; it has been discontinued. It opens with neroli, bitter almond and freesia, giving a fresh, floral first impression. Jasmine, osmanthus and lily of the valley carry the floral bouquet through the heart. In the base, vanilla and musk sweeten and soften the scent, while lemon leaves a bright trace within that creamy foundation. Spicy and woody tones stay in the background, and a gourmand, faintly animal warmth runs through the dry-down. Joop! Le Bain (Eau de Parfum) and Penhaligon's Cornubia have a close profile.

Vanille et Cognac

7.5

Private Mood

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Private Mood Vanille et Cognac is a sweet, gourmand and spicy unisex scent built around bitter almond, cognac and vanilla. It opens with bitter almond, orange blossom and cognac, giving a warm, slightly boozy sweetness. In the heart, patchouli and tonka bean settle that sweetness onto an earthy, creamy base. Vanilla, amber and gaiac wood dominate the base, and the scent dries down soft, powdery, resinous and faintly smoky. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming a room. The dense sweetness suits cool weather and evenings best. It sits comfortably on both masculine and feminine skin. Its profile is close to Zara Radiant Echo and Anatole Lebreton Kairos.

Innocent

6.4

Argentum

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Argentum Innocent is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green character, where citrus and fruity tones come forward. Its longevity and projection are both moderate, so it leaves a quiet trace rather than a heavy one. Voters place it most with business wear, then daily and leisure use, while sport and evening get fewer votes. Lemon and green apple give it a bright start, while basil and herbs carry the green side. Sandalwood forms a woody base, and bitter almond with ambrette seed softens it into something powdery, creamy and lightly sweet; clary sage adds a faint spicy edge.

Kairos

7.3

Anatole Lebreton · 2024

Floral · Green · Sweet

Anatole Lebreton Kairos is a unisex scent that sets a floral, green character against a sweet, gourmand warmth. Petitgrain and bitter orange give it a green, slightly bitter freshness, which orange blossom softens into something floral. Tonka bean, vanilla and bitter almond pull the scent towards a sweet, creamy side, while Peru balsam adds a resinous depth. A powdery, faintly smoky background keeps the sweetness from turning heavy. Those who have rated it find both longevity and sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Being unisex, it suits men and women alike. Guerlain Beau-Rivage Palace and Private Mood Vanille et Cognac have a close profile.

Tartness of Vanilla

8.1

The Dua Brand · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand Tartness of Vanilla is a unisex gourmand that pairs Bourbon vanilla, cocoa and orange zest, with a fresh, citrusy edge. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though only a few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. It suits both men and women and holds a steady presence in everyday wear. The notes read as one piece rather than in stages: vanilla, dark chocolate and cocoa form a sweet core, while orange zest and lemon cake brighten it with citrus. Orchid and Turkish rose add a soft floral note, and praliné, bitter almond and white musk round it off with a bakery-like, powdery warmth.

Beau-Rivage Palace

8.1

Guerlain · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Guerlain Beau-Rivage Palace is a sweet, floral unisex scent that moves from petitgrain and bitter almond through jasmine and orange blossom to vanilla and sandalwood. Petitgrain and bitter almond come first, followed by a floral heart of jasmine and orange blossom. The base holds vanilla, sandalwood, gaiac wood and musk. The scent reads gourmand and creamy, softened by spicy and powdery touches, with a smoky woody undertone. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so treat those ratings as tentative. It suits both men and women, with a sweet, oriental side that leads. Mon Précieux Nectar and Gaultier² (2022) have a close profile.

Tonka Kumaru

7.1

Atelier Materi · 2026

Green · Sweet · Gourmand

Atelier Materi Tonka Kumaru is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around roasted venezuelan tonka bean and vanilla resinoid. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling a room. The sample of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads equally open to men and women. It opens with bergamot, cardamom and bitter almond, a lightly spiced, fresh start. In the heart, cedar leaf, hay absolute and roasted barley add a dry, green, woody touch. The base of vanilla resinoid, tonka, musk and amber turns creamy and sweet. Widian Yasat and French Avenue Liquid Brun have a close profile.

Scent Bar 107

7.4

Scent Bar · 2011

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Scent Bar 107 is a sweet, fruity and gourmand unisex fragrance with a creamy, powdery finish. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and more than half of those who rated longevity score it high. There are no season or occasion votes to point to, so it is best judged on the skin. Perfumes with a close profile include Billie Eilish Eilish (Eau de Parfum) and La Rive My Only Wish. It opens with mandarin orange and lemon, with aniseed and caraway adding a spicy edge. In the heart, liquorice, jasmine sambac and strawberry sweeten it further. The base of vanilla, white musk and sandalwood settles into a powdery, creamy dry-down.

Tonka Tease

8.5

Bujairami

Citrus · Sweet · Synthetic

Bujairami Tonka Tease is a warm, spicy unisex scent in which bergamot and bitter almond meet a sweet, gourmand tonka bean. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, with most voters scoring both high. The number of votes is small, so this is a rough guide, but the scent holds its presence from the first hours on. It suits men and women alike and leans clearly sweet. It opens with bergamot and rosemary for a fresh start, while bitter almond brings the sweetness in early. In the heart, jasmine, tonka bean and tobacco turn it creamy and powdery. The base of pine, cedar and incense lays down a woody, smoky floor. Guerlain Tonka Impériale and Dior Fève Délicieuse have a similar profile.

Evy

7.6

Calaj · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Calaj Evy is a unisex fragrance that sets a floral, fruity sweetness against a leathery, animalic edge. Evy lasts strongly and projects clearly; most voters rate both highly. The sample is small, so treat that with caution. No clear season or occasion stands out, but its weight suits evenings and cooler weather. Blood orange, pineapple and rose open it fruity and bright, with lavender and basil adding a green edge. In the heart, violet, magnolia and musk bring a powdery softness, while metallic notes add a cool sheen. The base of leather, honey, vanilla and amber settles into a thick, sweet footing, and red pepper and castoreum push it towards spicy, animalic territory. Rihanna Rogue and Lancôme Connexion have a close profile.

The White Cloud

8.4

Maison Alhambra

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Maison Alhambra The White Cloud is a floral, sweet gourmand, creamy and powdery with a faintly smoky warmth, and it is worn as a unisex scent. Bitter almond comes first, then blossoms and vanilla lead the heart. Sandalwood, vanilla absolute and tonka bean sit underneath and soften everything into sweetness. Spicy and woody touches stay in the background and give it an oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though only a few people have voted, so those readings are tentative. Value for money is rated high. Its sweet, creamy build suits cooler days best. Niche 4 All Vanilla Absolu and Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum Parfum du Soir have a close profile.

Tourbière

6.8

Coquillete · 2017

Citrus · Sweet · Gourmand

Coquillete Tourbière is a unisex scent built around Bourbon vanilla, peat and bitter almond, where a sweet, gourmand side is balanced by an earthy edge. Vanilla and Cuban rum give it a creamy, sweet, gourmand body. Peat pulls that sweetness towards the earth, bitter almond softens the edges, and lime adds a citrusy, slightly spicy brightness. The notes don't unfold in stages; the scent reads as one piece from start to finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though only a small number of votes stand behind those ratings. It suits men and women alike. Lorenzo Pazzaglia Van Py Rhum and The Dua Brand Café de Dua have a close profile.

J.S Magnetic Power

7.8

Jeanne Arthes · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Jeanne Arthes J.S Magnetic Power is a men's fragrance that opens with fresh bergamot, rosemary and bitter almond, then moves through patchouli, jasmine and spices, leaning between sweet and leathery. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated weak, though with few votes this reading is tentative. It is made for men, and its value for money is rated high. It opens with the freshness of bergamot and rosemary, softened by the sweetness of bitter almond. In the heart, patchouli and jasmine give a floral, earthy turn, while spices add warmth. The base holds leather, amber and laurel, with powdery, creamy and gourmand shades running through the accords. Police Shock-in-Scent for Woman and Al Haramain Royale Stallion have a close profile.

Almond Dream

8.5

Monkoku · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Woody

Without Words

7.1

Anna Zworykina

Fresh · Floral · Green

Anna Zworykina Without Words is a unisex fragrance that sets fresh, green florals and sweetness against an earthy, smoky ground. Jasmine, rose otto and Bulgarian rose form the floral core, while green pepper, black pepper and cardamom add a spicy edge. Absinth and davana pull the scent towards a green, slightly bitter side, and vanilla with bitter almond carries the sweetness. Patchouli, vetiver and labdanum give it a woody, resinous, smoky depth, with a faintly synthetic touch among the accords. Lalique Hommage à l'Homme Voyageur and Mark Buxton Perfumes Wood and Absinth have a close profile.

La Rouge Baroque / Baroque Rouge 540

6.6

Maison Alhambra

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Alhambra La Rouge Baroque / Baroque Rouge 540 is a unisex scent that warms a floral, sweet body with spice and resin, with a clear gourmand side. The top pairs Jasminum grandiflorum with saffron, so a floral opening carries a spicy warmth. In the heart, bitter almond and cedarwood lead: the almond pulls the scent towards a sweet, gourmand direction while the cedar adds a woody spine. The base holds woody notes, ambergris and musk. Fruity and oriental tones back up the sweetness, while resinous and leathery accords give it a warmer, denser feel. A synthetic edge is noticeable too. Maison Alhambra Baroque Rouge Extrait and La Rive Elegant Woman have a close profile.

Marbert Man Vanilla Pleasure

7.5

Marbert · 2026

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Marbert Man Vanilla Pleasure is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance, built around vanilla and bitter almond. It opens with vanilla and bitter almond, while jasmine and orris root add a soft, slightly powdery floral heart. Sandalwood and tonka bean ground it in a woody, creamy base, with spicy and resinous touches keeping the sweetness in check. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so treat that as a rough guide. Its value-for-money rating is high. It suits men who enjoy sweet, smooth scents; Boucheron Quatre Absolu de Nuit and Aigner Icon have a close profile.

Orosimo / Orossimo

6.5

The Greek Perfumer · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

The Greek Perfumer Orosimo / Orossimo is a floral and sweet scent with a powdery, creamy and lightly spicy side, made for women. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling a room. The number of voters is small, so these ratings are a trend rather than a firm measure. It opens with powder and musk. The heart brings together jasmine, iris, bitter almond, nutmeg and orris root: the florals read powdery, while almond and nutmeg add a sweet, spicy touch. The base holds musk, Atlas cedar and caramel, where the caramel sweetens and the cedar gives a woody footing. The Greek Perfumer Power Powder and Le Père Pelletier Poudre de Riz have a close profile.

Baroque Rouge Extrait

6.9

Maison Alhambra

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Alhambra Baroque Rouge Extrait opens on bitter almond and saffron, then softens into jasmine and cypress, leaning sweet and gourmand as a unisex scent. Its sillage and longevity are rated moderate, though with few votes these readings are still tentative. It reads as unisex, and voters rate its value for money highly. Bitter almond and saffron come first, followed by jasmine and cypress. In the base, musk, amber and woody notes wrap around it. The accords are floral, fruity and sweet, with a synthetic sheen and a gourmand warmth. Jennifer Lopez L.A. Glow and Britney Spears Fantasy (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Sexy Nerd

8.7

Jo Adams

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Jo Adams Sexy Nerd is a scent for women that pairs a floral, fruity body with a sweet, gourmand and creamy warmth. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong by those who voted, so it stays on skin for a long time and carries well around the wearer. The number of votes is small, so this impression is not conclusive. It opens with pink pepper, pear and orange blossom. In the heart, jasmine, coffee, liquorice and bitter almond turn it richer and more gourmand. In the base, cashmere wood, vanilla, patchouli and cedar settle the sweetness onto a woody footing. La Rive Touch of Woman and Sangado Cappuccino Vanilla have a close profile.

Lush Cherry

8.1

Fragrance World

Fruity · Sweet · Smoky

Fragrance World Lush Cherry is a sweet, fruity unisex scent that opens on black cherry, bitter almond and cherry liqueur. The opening is a dense, boozy cherry sweetness with a slight bitter edge from the almond. Jasmine sambac, plum, sour cherry and Turkish rose carry the fruit into a softer, floral heart. The base keeps things sweet with vanilla, tonka bean and Peru balsam, while cinnamon, clove and patchouli add spice and warmth. Vetiver, sandalwood and cedar give it a woody footing, and the smoky and leathery accords temper the sugar. Nusuk Muharib and Ayat Anosha have a close profile.