The Perfume Library

Santal Paname

7.4

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2026

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Jean Paul Gaultier Santal Paname is a unisex scent that sets a green, fruity side against a sweet, creamy woodiness. Violet leaf opens on a cool, green note, and blackberry in the heart brings out the fruity, sweet side. Sandalwood settles the base into something creamy and woody. Spicy and synthetic accents run through it as well, giving the scent a light, modern edge. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is still small. It reads comfortably on both men and women. There are no season or occasion votes yet, but the balance of sweet fruit and wood sits close to everyday wear. Its value for money is rated low.

Paint It Black

5.3

The Rolling Stones · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The Rolling Stones Paint It Black is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent with a warm, slightly leathery character that suits cold-weather evenings best. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated moderate, so it neither announces itself from across the room nor fades quickly. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, with leisure wear close behind. It works equally on men and women. Blackberry, nutmeg and pink pepper open with a fruity sweetness cut by spice. Jasmine, saffron and rose add a soft floral heart. The base of musk, patchouli, oud and sandalwood settles into a woody, oriental ground, with patchouli and oud bringing the leathery edge. Its profile is close to pernoire Mansa and Pekji Ruh.

Aura for Women

6.4

Jacomo · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacomo Aura for Women is a fresh, floral women's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with grapefruit, mandarin orange and blackberry, giving a citrusy, fruity freshness that lychee and yellow freesia soften. In the heart, peony, honeysuckle and star jasmine bring out the floral side. The base of white musk, sandalwood and vanilla closes it with a powdery, lightly woody warmth. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards business, leisure and daily wear. Its light character fits the daytime. Bien-Être L'Eau Parfumée des Familles and Ulric de Varens Musk Sexy have a close profile.

La Petite Robe Noire Rose Noire

7.4

Guerlain · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Rose Noire is a gourmand floral for women, setting rose against blackberry and liquorice sweetness, with leather and black tea adding a dry edge. Most voters pick fall and winter, while spring and summer sit well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though business and daily wear also get votes. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small. Damask rose absolute and rose lead the scent; blackberry adds a fruity sweetness, and tonka bean and liquorice bring a soft, gourmand warmth. Leather and black tea pull that sweetness towards a dry, slightly powdery tone. Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne L'Essentiel and Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Ma Robe Hippie-Chic have a close profile.

La Nuit de Bohème (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Anna Sui · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Anna Sui La Nuit de Bohème Eau de Parfum is a floral, fruity and sweet feminine scent, with a powdery, creamy and woody side that suits evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters pick it mostly for evening, leisure and night-out wear, with some for daytime and office use. It has been discontinued. It opens fruity with blackberry, Calabrian bergamot, mandarin orange and apple. The heart brings magnolia, black rose, orange blossom, plum and night-blooming jasmine. In the base, patchouli, sandalwood, amber and musk give it a woody, sweet and creamy softness.

Red Door Shimmer

7.0

Elizabeth Arden · 2008

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Shimmer is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that leans towards fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Most voters wear it in fall and winter, in the evening or on a night out; spring follows, while summer is rarely chosen. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a quiet but noticeable trail. It opens with yuzu leaf, pink pepper, pear and blackberry, a citrusy, fruity start with a light spicy edge. The heart of gardenia, Casablanca lily and peony builds a floral body. In the base, red amber, sandalwood and tonka bean sweeten it and add a powdery, oriental warmth. Jean Paul Gaultier La Belle Le Parfum and Lolita Lempicka L (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Violet Sky (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Björk & Berries · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Björk & Berries Violet Sky Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy unisex scent built around tobacco, blackberry and plum. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters place it in evening, leisure and daily wear, with business and night-out use close behind. It reads as unisex and is not tied to one gender. Tobacco opens the scent, then blackberry and plum bring a fruity sweetness while labdanum adds a resinous depth. In the base, tonka bean softens that sweetness and cedarwood leaves a dry, woody, smoky finish. Leathery and synthetic tones run through the accords as well.

Gourmandise

6.5

Maison des Rêves · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison des Rêves Gourmandise is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that opens on coconut and blackberry and settles into vanilla and cinnamon. In the top, coconut and blackberry give a fruity sweetness. Ylang-ylang, hibiscus and orchid add a floral layer in the heart. The base of vanilla, white musk, leather and cinnamon makes it powdery, spicy and warm, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is not a firm verdict. Its sweet, gourmand build sits closer to cooler days, and it can be worn by anyone. Its profile is close to Stéphanie de Bruijn Paris-Istanbul and Profumum Roma Kyoto.

Lesedi La Rona VI (Eau de Parfum)

8.5

Graff · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Graff Lesedi La Rona VI Eau de Parfum is an oriental fragrance for women, pairing a floral, sweet character with the warmth of spice and oud. It opens with orchid, clove and blackberry, where fruity sweetness is held in check by spice. In the heart, pink pepper, Egyptian jasmine and orange blossom bring the floral side forward. The base of Indian oud and vanilla turns it creamy, woody and faintly leathery. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though only a small number of voters have rated it. Its rich, warm build suits cooler weather best. Nishane Nefs and Xerjoff Soprano have a close profile.

Quizás Seducción

7.9

Loewe · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Loewe Quizás Seducción pairs a floral, fruity scent with a sweet, powdery, spicy warmth; it is made for women and suits evenings and nights out, though it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Voters lean towards autumn and winter, then spring, with summer well behind. It is picked most for nights out and evenings, and it also works for leisure and daily wear. The top notes of passion fruit, orange, blackberry and pink grapefruit open fresh and fruity. In the heart, jasmine sambac, tuberose and orange blossom give it a rich floral body. At the base, caramel, vanilla and patchouli sweeten it and carry it into an oriental warmth.

London

8.0

English Laundry · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry London is a men's fragrance where blackberry, pineapple and apple sit over a fresh, green, citrusy frame. It opens fruity and bright, with blackberry, pineapple and apple up front. In the heart, bergamot and juniper keep that freshness going while patchouli and ambergris add a woody, faintly smoky depth. The base of musk, vanilla, oakmoss and jasmine softens everything, with floral and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It is positioned as a men's scent.

L.A. Glow

5.4

Jennifer Lopez · 2010

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Jennifer Lopez L.A. Glow is a sweet, gourmand take on a floral-fruity scent, made for women; it has been discontinued. Longevity is weak and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. It opens with cherry, blackberry and plum for a juicy sweetness. Magnolia, peony and jasmine soften the heart into florals, while tropical notes, musk and amber close it warm and sweet. A synthetic edge runs through the accords. Burberry Her (Eau de Parfum) and Britney Spears Fantasy (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Wicked Berry

6.0

Alice & Peter · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alice & Peter Wicked Berry is a sweet, fruity unisex scent that pairs a fresh opening of lime and bergamot with blackberry, raspberry and blackcurrant; it has been discontinued. The top notes of lime, bergamot, orange and lemon give a bright citrus freshness. In the heart, rose, lilac and freesia add a soft floral touch while blackberry, raspberry and blackcurrant bring the fruit forward. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, amber and white musk sweetens it all; the overall impression is fresh, fruity and a little gourmand. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading the occasions. Longevity and projection are rated weak, so it suits those who want something light that stays close to the skin. It reads as unisex rather than leaning masculine or feminine.

Mûre et Orange

7.1

François Delì · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

François Delì Mûre et Orange is a fresh, fruity women's scent that sits easily in leisure and everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate; most voters pick it for leisure, daytime and the office, with evenings and nights out chosen less often. It leaves a light trace rather than a loud one. Orange and lemon give the opening a fresh, citrusy lift. In the heart, raspberry, blackberry and floral notes bring a fruity, sweet side. White musk and sandalwood settle underneath, leaving the scent soft and powdery.

Burgundy / برغندي

8.0

Hind Al Oud · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Hind Al Oud Burgundy / برغندي is a fruity, sweet unisex scent where cranberry, blackberry and raspberry meet vanilla and tonka bean. Cranberry, blackberry and raspberry carry the fruity side, while orange adds a little lift to the sweetness. Vanilla and tonka bean push it towards a creamy, gourmand feel, and musk and ambroxan leave a woody, slightly resinous base. Floral and spicy touches stay in the background. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It is chosen most for nights out and leisure time, and evenings also come up often. Widian Sahara and Initio Blessed Baraka have a close profile.

Fruto Oscuro

8.1

Eauso Vert · 2023

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Eauso Vert Fruto Oscuro is a unisex scent that takes a green, fruity sweetness and darkens it with spice, resin and smoky wood. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that impression is tentative. It doesn't lean towards one gender and can be worn by anyone. Sapote, capulin cherry and pink pepper lead the top, with elemi resin and artemisia adding a green edge. In the heart, quince jam and clove join fruity sweetness to spice. The base of gaiac wood, patchouli and frankincense feels woody, earthy and smoky, with blackberry leaving a dark, sweet tone within it.

Evening Rose d'Or

7.4

Aerin · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Aerin Evening Rose d'Or is a floral, fruity rose scent for women, with its sweetness balanced by spice and leather. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and its use is spread across daily wear and evenings out. It opens with lychee and blackberry for a fruity brightness, while pink pepper adds a touch of spice. In the heart, Bulgarian rose absolute, Rosa centifolia and Provençal honey sweeten the rose. Patchouli, leather, amber and frankincense in the base give it a warm, leathery finish.

Momento Liquid Gold

8.7

Riiffs · 2026

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Riiffs Momento Liquid Gold is a unisex scent that links a fresh opening of blood orange, mandarin and bergamot to the sweetness of roasted tonka bean and praliné. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is still a tentative picture. Its value for money is rated highly. No clear lean towards a season or occasion shows up. Citrus and blackberry open it fruity and lively, then tonka and praliné bring out a sweet, gourmand heart. In the base, cedarwood and white musk soften that sweetness and leave a spicy, oriental warmth. Arabian Oud Elysee Oud and Lattafa Khamrah have a close profile.

Rose Nuit de Mai

6.8

L'Occitane en Provence · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

L'Occitane en Provence Rose Nuit de Mai is a fresh, sweet floral built around may rose and blackberry, made for women. It opens with cinnamon and wild rose, the cinnamon adding a light touch of spice over the rose. At the heart, may rose, blackberry and violet meet, giving a fruity, powdery softness. The base of musk, sandalwood, vanilla and cedar closes it with a woody, gourmand sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often, with evening and night out chosen far less.

Rose Intense

6.9

Nicolaï · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Green

Nicolaï Rose Intense is a fresh, green rose with a fruity sweetness and a peppery edge, made for women and now discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, and more than half of voters read it as feminine. It opens with raspberry, blackberry and bergamot for a juicy brightness. Rose absolute and rose lead the heart, while violet, pelargonium and black pepper pull it toward green and spice. Cedar, sandalwood, musk and amber settle underneath as a warm, woody base. Maison Rebatchi Bois d'Enfants and Jacomo Paradox Green have a close profile.

Création de Minuit

7.5

Ted Lapidus · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ted Lapidus Création de Minuit opens with bergamot, green apple and blackberry and turns sweeter around black rose and heliotrope, a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that has been discontinued. The opening pairs the brightness of bergamot and green apple with the sweet fruit of blackberry. In the heart, belle de nuit flower, heliotrope, black rose and ylang-ylang build a floral, powdery body. The base of plum, white musk, cedar and vanilla closes it on a creamy, lightly woody sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer wear is not unusual. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Its profile is close to M. Micallef Ananda and La Rive My Delicate.

Ivre de Vie

6.8

Gini · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Gini Ivre de Vie opens with blackcurrant, rose liqueur and blackberry, a floral, fruity and sweet unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings best. Voters rate its longevity as strong and its sillage as good. Most votes gather in autumn and winter, with spring taking a fair share too. Nights out and evenings lead the occasions, followed by leisure time. It reads as unisex, with no clear lean toward masculine or feminine. The top notes of blackcurrant, rose liqueur, blackberry and grape skin build a dense fruity sweetness. In the heart, geranium, rose and linden blossom carry the floral side, while vinyl adds a synthetic edge. The base of white musk, patchouli, birch and amber leaves a spicy, smoky, warm trail. Mancera Roses Greedy and Guerlain Florabloom have a close profile.

Haibah Oriental

7.3

The Spirit of Dubai · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

The Spirit of Dubai Haibah Oriental is a unisex fragrance that opens fruity and sweet, then settles into a spicy, smoky and leathery oriental character. The top notes bring saffron, grapefruit, passion fruit, peach and bergamot together in a bright, juicy opening. In the heart, violet, jasmine, rose and frankincense come forward, with pink pepper adding spice. The base of vanilla, amber, leather and cedarwood closes it with a sweet, woody warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are a first impression rather than a firm verdict. It sits comfortably on both men and women. Widian London Black Edition and Parfums de Marly Godolphin have a close profile.

Jette Happy Love

4.5

Jette Joop · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Jette Joop Jette Happy Love is a fresh, fruity-floral women's scent that suits relaxed, everyday moments. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office, while sport and evenings out come well behind. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. It has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, apricot, blackcurrant and lychee, and its heart brings white rose, green tea and raspberry. Musk, cedar and blackberry sit underneath. The fresh, fruity side is softened by a floral base, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Lalique Amethyst Éclat and Marks & Spencer Autograph Blush have a close profile.