The Perfume Library

Jubilation XXV Man

8.4

Amouage · 2008

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Amouage Jubilation XXV Man is a resinous, smoky fragrance in which orange, clove and cinnamon meet honey, setting a fruity sweetness over a spicy, woody base. It opens with orange, blackberry and coriander giving a fruity brightness, while frankincense and labdanum slip resin underneath. In the heart, clove, cinnamon and honey build a sweet spiciness; the base of oud, myrrh and patchouli leaves a smoky, woody depth. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads masculine, with a classic side as well. Killer Oud Jubilant and Amouage Jubilation 40 have a close profile.

Angel (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Mugler · 1992

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Mugler Angel Eau de Parfum is a scent for cold months and evenings: sweet, gourmand and dense, with a clearly feminine character. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, and most voters pick fall and winter, for evenings and nights out. Around half of voters call it feminine, with the rest split between modern and classic. Summer and the office are rarely chosen. A floral and fruity accord opens with jasmine, mandarin orange and cotton candy, and honey, peach and orchid carry the sweetness through the heart. In the base, caramel, chocolate and vanilla dominate, while patchouli and amber add an earthy depth. The overall impression is a synthetic, powdery, spicy confection.

Her (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Burberry · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Burberry Her Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet fruit blend set on a floral, powdery base, a young and feminine scent. It opens with strawberry, blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and cherry together, while gourmand and creamy accords soften the crowd of fruit. In the heart, jasmine and violet add a floral, powdery note, and amber and musk close it warm and soft. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is thought of mainly for daily wear and leisure, though it also fits the office. Most voters find it feminine and modern. Burberry Her Elixir de Parfum and Victoria's Secret Passionate Kisses have a close profile.

Amethyst

7.5

Lalique · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lalique Amethyst is a fruity floral for women, opening on currant, mulberry and blackberry before settling into a heart of peony and rose. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and work are the occasions named most often, and it gets some votes for evenings and nights out too. Most voters call it feminine, and many also find it modern. It opens with currant, mulberry, strawberry and blackberry, a fresh, sweet fruit accent. The heart of peony, ylang-ylang and rose adds a soft floral side. In the base, Bourbon vanilla, musk and woods sweeten it and leave a woody, powdery finish.

Infusion Velours (Eau de Parfum)

8.4

Ojar · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Ojar Infusion Velours Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy woody scent suited to fall and winter evenings, offered as a unisex fragrance. Most voters pick fall and winter, while summer is rarely chosen. Night outs and evenings lead, and the office sits well behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Voters lean towards a masculine character, though it reads as unisex. It opens with cinnamon, blackberry and black pepper, pairing fruity sweetness with spice. Cedarwood, oud and raspberry form a woody core at the heart. Frankincense, oud and patchouli then settle into a smoky, leathery, oriental warmth.

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.

Jubilation 40

8.5

Amouage · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Amouage Jubilation 40 is a spicy, smoky men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings. It is rated strong in longevity and good in sillage; most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads masculine and classic, and it is rarely chosen for summer heat. It opens with rosemary, blackcurrant and orange for a fruity lift. The heart carries cinnamon, clove and rose for spice and sweetness, with frankincense adding a resinous depth. Oud, patchouli and cedarwood settle into a woody, smoky base. Amouage Jubilation XXV Man and Monkoku Silent Moon have a close profile.

Mortal Skin

8.0

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2015

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Stéphane Humbert Lucas Mortal Skin opens with cardamom, saffron and blackberry and settles into labdanum and ambergris, a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters read it as slightly more masculine than feminine, though many call it feminine. The opening pairs the spice of cardamom and saffron with the fruity sweetness of blackberry. In the heart, opoponax, sandalwood and iris add a woody, powdery softness. The base of labdanum, musk and ambergris carries it into a warm, resinous drydown with smoky and leathery touches.

Dior Addict (2002) (Eau de Parfum)

8.3

Dior · 2002

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Dior Addict is a sweet, floral women's scent that sets blackberry, rose and jasmine against the warmth of Bourbon vanilla and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. It opens with blackberry and mandarin orange leaf, which give a fruity freshness. In the heart, orange blossom, rose, queen-of-the-night and jasmine build a full floral body. In the base, sandalwood, Bourbon vanilla and tonka bean pull it into a powdery, gourmand, slightly spicy warmth. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. It reads feminine, with a classic feel. Création Lamis Accuse and E. Coudray Vanille et Coco share a close profile.

Blackberry & Bay (Cologne)

7.8

Jo Malone · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Blackberry & Bay is a unisex cologne whose fresh, fruity character suits spring and summer days. It opens with bay leaf, blackberry and grapefruit, so the citrus brightness sits on a green, lightly spicy backdrop. Blossoms in the heart soften the fruit, and cedarwood and vetiver dry the scent down onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, with winter well behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It leans feminine in the votes, though a good share call it masculine. Fueguia 1833 Darwin and Hermès Concentré de Pamplemousse Rose have a close profile.

Her Elixir de Parfum

7.4

Burberry · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Burberry Her Elixir de Parfum is a sweet, fruity and feminine scent that leans towards daily wear and relaxed days. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, with fall and winter trailing behind. Daily and leisure wear lead, though it also gets votes for nights out and evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters call its character feminine and modern. Blackberry and strawberry open it, with jasmine in the heart. Amber, sandalwood and vanilla sit in the base. The floral and fruity accords soften into a gourmand, powdery, creamy sweetness. Burberry Her (Eau de Parfum) and La Fede White Forest Strawberry have a close profile.

Venom Incarnat

8.0

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Stéphane Humbert Lucas Venom Incarnat is a unisex gourmand where strawberry, caramel and vanilla sweetness is sharpened by leather and spice. The opening is a dense, sweet fruit stack of woodland strawberry, strawberry, blackberry and caramel. In the heart, amber, cinnamon and raspberry bring spice to the sweetness, with Virginia cedar adding a woody frame. The base of vanilla, tonka bean and patchouli turns creamy and warm, while Russian leather adds a leathery weight. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards night out and evening wear more than the office. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Nez à Nez Ambre à Sade and The Dua Brand Incarnation of the Venom have a close profile.

Mango Skin

7.2

Vilhelm Parfumerie · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Vilhelm Parfumerie Mango Skin is a fruity, sweet unisex scent with a fresh, floral side, and it suits spring and summer days best. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear come up most often as occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Though it is unisex, most voters read it as feminine, and some call it modern. It opens with mango, blackberry and black pepper, where the fruit sweetness is checked by a light peppery edge. The heart brings jasmine, black lotus and wild iris for a soft floral note. Vanilla, sugar and patchouli settle it onto a sweet base, and the synthetic accord keeps the overall feel bright and smooth. Lattafa Sublime and Blossom Beauty Ibiza Nights have a close profile.

Accord Oud

7.4

Byredo · 2010

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Byredo Accord Oud is a sweet, spicy woody unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Blackberry and saffron open it with a fruity, spicy start. Leather and clary sage form the heart, then patchouli, musk and oud settle it into an earthy, resinous, woody base. The sweetness never fully recedes. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick autumn, with winter and spring following. It leans towards nights out and evenings, and also gets worn for leisure. Most voters find it masculine, though a fair number call it feminine. Niche 4 All Blackberry Rum and Parfums de Marly Haltane have a close profile.

Parisienne (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Yves Saint Laurent · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne Eau de Parfum is a fresh, powdery floral with a fruity sweetness, suited to spring and summer days and a feminine style. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, neither heavy nor faint. Most voters pick spring and summer, daily and leisure wear lead, and it also works at the office. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. Its profile is close to Jil Sander Style Soft and Laura Biagiotti Roma Fiori Bianchi. It opens with blackberry, cranberry and citrus fruits, a fresh, tart fruitiness, while vinyl adds a synthetic sheen. Violet and damask rose bring a powdery floral heart. Vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and musk soften the base into a sweet, warm finish.

Mansa

8.1

pernoire · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Pernoire Mansa is a unisex scent that opens with blackberry, orris root and pink pepper, then deepens its floral-fruity sweetness with spice and oud. Up top, the fruity sweetness of blackberry meets the powdery coolness of orris root and the bite of pink pepper. In the heart, rose, saffron and amber take over, while oud and blackcurrant add a darker depth. The base of patchouli, moss, musk and heliotrope settles it into a woody, slightly leathery, oriental ground. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits evenings and nights out best, while summer is the weakest fit. Voters read it as more masculine, though it works as a unisex scent.

Sweet like Candy (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Ariana Grande · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Ariana Grande Sweet like Candy Eau de Parfum is a sweet, floral women's scent that leans towards spring and easy daytime wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, then summer, and it suits daily and leisure wear more than evenings or the office. It reads feminine and modern. Ariana Grande Sweet Like Candy Limited Edition and Katy Perry Meow! Eau de Parfum have a close profile. The top of Italian bergamot, pear and blackberry opens fruity. Frangipani, jasmine sambac and honeysuckle add a soft floral heart. In the base, blackcurrant liqueur, marshmallow and vanilla keep the sweetness going, while cashmere wood holds it on a powdery, creamy footing.

Daisy Dream (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Marc Jacobs · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral and fruity women's fragrance built around blackberry, grapefruit and jasmine, and it suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and work ahead of evening or night out. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters call it feminine, and a good share also find it modern. It opens with blackberry, grapefruit and pear for a juicy, fruity freshness. In the heart, jasmine, blue wisteria and lychee sweeten the floral side. The base of musk, coconut water and blond woods settles into a soft, powdery finish. Daisy Dream Forever (Eau de Parfum) and Lancôme Trésor in Love have a close profile.

Flora Gorgeous Magnolia

7.3

Gucci · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Gucci Flora Gorgeous Magnolia is a floral, fruity scent whose sweet, powdery and creamy side makes it a soft women's perfume suited to everyday wear. The top notes are coconut, blackberry and orange, so the first impression is a fruity sweetness. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac absolute, magnolia and lily of the valley build the floral core. In the base, musk, blond woods and patchouli settle that floral body onto a soft, powdery footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and daily and leisure wear lead, followed by the office. Most voters read it as feminine, and some call it modern. Essential Garden White Flowers and Sober Borneo have a close profile.

Contradiction (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Calvin Klein · 1997

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Calvin Klein Contradiction Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet and powdery women's floral built on lily, rose and peony; it has been discontinued. The top is led by lily, rose, orchid and peony. In the heart, jasmine and lilac carry the floral line, pear and blackberry add a fruity sweetness, and eucalyptus brings a cool edge. The base of tonka bean, sandalwood and musk softens everything into a powdery, lightly woody warmth. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Spring and fall are the most recommended seasons, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Most voters find it feminine. Guerlain Idylle Duet Rose-Patchouli and Gucci Accenti have a close profile.

Mûre et Musc (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 1978

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

L'Artisan Parfumeur Mûre et Musc Eau de Toilette is built around blackberry and musk, opening with citrus and lavender and settling on patchouli and oakmoss, and it is a unisex scent. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn a close third. It leans towards daily, leisure and business wear, and is chosen less often for evenings or nights out. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. The top has orange, lemon, lavender and basil for a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, blackberry and jasmine add a fruity, floral sweetness. The base of patchouli, oakmoss and musk lays down a woody, powdery, slightly animalic ground.

Truth (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Calvin Klein · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Calvin Klein Truth Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green women's scent that sets lemon and bergamot against the soft florals of peony, lily and mimosa. The citrus notes give it a bright base, while bamboo and clover push the green side. The florals add a gentle softness, sandalwood, vetiver and patchouli form a woody backdrop, and blackberry adds a light fruity touch. The overall feel is clean, lightly spiced and balanced. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office settings lead. It reads as a feminine fragrance. It has been discontinued.

Lalique (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Lalique · 1992

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Lalique Eau de Parfum opens with jasmine, iris and Bulgarian rose, then turns fruity and sweet, powdery and woody, in a scent made for women. It wears well, with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters find it feminine and lean towards spring and autumn, with winter and summer a little behind. Daytime, evening, work and leisure are almost evenly matched. The top is floral and fresh, with jasmine, iris, Bulgarian rose and Aegean wallflower. In the heart, blackcurrant leaf, pear and blackberry bring a fruity edge. The base of white musk, Mysore sandalwood and Bourbon vanilla settles into a powdery, sweet, woody finish.

Étoile d'une Nuit

7.9

Goutal · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Goutal Étoile d'une Nuit is a floral, fruity women's fragrance whose sweetness is softened by a powdery, creamy texture. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and its use is spread evenly across daily wear, leisure, evening and business. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. It opens with blackberry, Italian mandarin orange and Italian bergamot. Egyptian jasmine, iris and rose form a floral heart. Cashmere wood, musk and vanilla leave it creamy and sweet at the base.