The Perfume Library

Parfum 1

7.2

Fugazzi · 2018

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Fugazzi Parfum 1 is a unisex fragrance that sets a fruity, sweet body against spicy, woody and smoky touches. It opens with spearmint, blackcurrant and satsuma, with citrus notes brightening the fruity start. In the heart, orange blossom, davana, frankincense and pink pepper add spice and resin to the sweetness. The dry-down settles on Australian sandalwood, cedarwood, musk and patchouli, giving it a woody, earthy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and evenings, nights out and leisure time lead the occasions. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it moves comfortably either way. Nishane Hacivat X and Olfactive Studio Chambre Noire have a close profile.

Gutteridge

8.4

Gutteridge · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Gutteridge Gutteridge is a fresh, green men's fragrance that sets Italian bergamot, lemon and blackcurrant over an oakmoss and amber base. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter the least favoured season. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays close without filling a room. It reads masculine and classic. Citrus leads: bergamot and lemon give it a bright, clean feel, while blackcurrant adds a soft fruity edge. Geranium strengthens the green side. Oakmoss and amber form a spicy, woody, slightly creamy base underneath.

Cubia

7.1

Tiziana Terenzi · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Tiziana Terenzi Cubia is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens on Brazilian orange, Italian lemon and Calabrian bergamot. Three citrus notes lead the top, while blackcurrant with yellow and white peach pulls the heart in a fruity, sweet direction. In the base, Indonesian patchouli, Atlas cedar and Indian sandalwood settle it onto a woody, resinous footing. Spicy and synthetic touches also appear among the accords. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to spring, summer and fall, with winter the least picked. It leans towards leisure and nights out, and the feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads truly unisex. Dior Sauvage Parfum and Versace Eros (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Safari Breeze

8.0

French Avenue · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

French Avenue Safari Breeze is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, citrusy and aquatic character, rounded out by green and fruity touches and a little sweetness. Blackcurrant, coconut and grapefruit open it fruity and bright. Spearmint and jasmine lead the heart, and amber, oakmoss and vetiver finish it on a green, lightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and sport. Voters mostly call it modern, then masculine. Van Gils Basic Instinct and Carner Marbella have a close profile.

Poirier d'un Soir

7.1

Miller Harris · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Miller Harris Poirier d'un Soir is a unisex scent where blackcurrant, pear and caramel meet at the start before settling onto a smoky base of birch tar and patchouli. It opens with a fruity sweetness from blackcurrant, pear and caramel, while Italian bergamot and lemon keep it fresh and citrusy. Turkish rose and peony add a soft floral heart. As it dries, birch tar, patchouli, papyrus and rum come forward, with ambrette seed and white cedarwood giving the base a smoky, woody finish. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and leisure and business settings are the most common choices. Voters are split between calling it feminine and masculine. Bois 1920 Paranà and Creed Aventus have a close profile.

Wild Fig & Cassis

7.1

Jo Malone · 2002

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jo Malone Wild Fig & Cassis is a unisex scent built on fig and blackcurrant, fruity, fresh and lightly sweet. Fig and blackcurrant lead in the top, giving a fruity first impression with a green edge. Stone pine in the heart adds a resinous depth. Cedar and musk in the base settle the sweetness onto a woody, earthy footing and soften it. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for daily use, leisure and the office. It reads more feminine to many, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. Molinard Figue and Massimo Dutti Luminous Neroli have a close profile.

Musc Moschus

7.5

Rania J. · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Rania J. Musc Moschus is a fresh, sweet and powdery musk with a creamy, floral side, offered as a unisex scent. Blackcurrant and bergamot open it fresh and fruity. In the heart, sandalwood and iris bring a woody, powdery softness, and the base settles into a sweet, creamy bed of vanilla, white musk and beeswax. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, though evening and business settings get votes too. Voters read it mostly as feminine, with a modern streak.

Untold

6.4

Elizabeth Arden · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Elizabeth Arden Untold is a fresh, floral and fruity women's fragrance built around blackcurrant, pear and peony. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair following too; leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads as feminine, with some voters also calling it classic or modern. It opens with blackcurrant, pear, bergamot and pink pepper, which give it a fresh start with a light spicy edge. The heart is floral, with peony, Egyptian jasmine and gardenia. In the base, musk, sandalwood, patchouli and amber sweeten it and settle it onto a woody footing, while the synthetic accord adds a bright, clean feel.

Black Powder

7.1

Jusbox · 2017

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Jusbox Black Powder is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, fruity opening against a smoky, resinous and leathery woody core. Pimento, apple and blackcurrant lead, with spice and fruit sweetness moving together. The heart turns to frankincense, tobacco leaf, sandalwood and suede, shifting the scent toward smoky and earthy tones. Tonka bean and patchouli carry the sweetness and woody depth into the base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, while summer stays in the background. It suits evenings, nights out and leisure time, and nearly half of voters read its character as masculine. Its profile is close to Amouage Interlude Man and Tom Daxon Resin Sacra.

White On White - One

7.6

Xerjoff · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Xerjoff White On White - One is a powdery, creamy and sweet floral; it is sold as unisex, though most voters read it as leaning feminine. It opens with almond, carrot, rose and blackcurrant, a fruity and floral start. In the heart, heliotrope, mimosa, rice and powdery notes soften the scent. The base of sandalwood, tonka bean and musk dries down into a creamy, sweet and powdery finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters suggest spring, followed by summer and fall, and the most common settings are leisure, daily wear and the office. It has been discontinued. Lorenzo Villoresi Teint de Neige and Boadicea the Victorious Heroine have a close profile.

Prestige

7.0

Cuba

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Cuba Prestige is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that leans towards fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, and almost none suggest summer. It is worn for evenings and nights out, and also for leisure. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine. It opens with blackcurrant, bergamot, lemon and grapefruit, a bright and tart start. Rosemary, jasmine, cardamom and lavender form a spicy, aromatic heart. Vetiver, cedar, labdanum and ambergris give it a woody base, while the sweet, gourmand and powdery accords soften the whole.

L'Aventure Femme

7.4

Al Haramain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Haramain L'Aventure Femme is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer and suits relaxed, everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter is the least chosen season. Leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with business use not far behind. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, and most voters read it as feminine. The top is bergamot, pineapple, blackcurrant and berries, a citrusy, fruity opening. In the heart, freesia, rose and cedar set a floral note against a woody backbone. The base of sandalwood, vanilla, amber and musk sweetens and softens the dry-down.

Flower Tag (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Kenzo · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Kenzo Flower Tag Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral and lightly sweet women's scent that leans towards spring and summer, for the office and everyday wear. It opens with mandarin orange, blackcurrant and rhubarb, which give a fruity brightness. In the heart, jasmine, lily of the valley and peony move the scent in a floral direction. Vanilla, musk and tea in the base soften it and leave a sweet, powdery finish. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it sits close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with few choosing winter. Business, daily and leisure wear lead the occasions, and most see it as feminine. It has been discontinued. Dolce & Gabbana Rose the One and Jil Sander Style Soft have a close profile.

Royal Rose Aoud

6.9

M. Micallef · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Classic Paradise

7.9

Bois 1920 · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bois 1920 Classic Paradise is a fresh, citrusy and sweet unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer. The top is bright with lemon, bergamot, orange and blackcurrant, while rose and galbanum add a floral and green edge. In the heart, lavender, magnolia, coconut and peach sweeten the scent, and aniseed and nutmeg bring a spicy touch. The base of amber, musk, sandalwood and vanilla settles into a creamy, powdery and woody finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with evening and office wear also getting votes. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as in between. M.INT Moonglade and Xerjoff Nero70 have a close profile.

Awatif pour Homme / عواطف

8.8

Zimaya

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zimaya Awatif pour Homme is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent, with green, fruity and sweet touches that make it an easy daytime wear. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most choose it for daily wear and leisure, with sport and business also among the common picks. It is marketed as a men's fragrance. The top is cool and bright with mint, coriander, citron, blackcurrant and orange. Rose, basil and apricot in the heart add a floral, fruity softness. Ambrette, fig and date in the base leave a sweet finish. Rare Reef and Pacific Aura have a close profile.

Secret Wish

6.4

Anna Sui · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anna Sui Secret Wish is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance built around melon, pineapple and lemon. It opens light and cool with tagetes, melon and lemon. At the heart, blackcurrant and pineapple sweeten the fruit. Aquatic and floral touches keep it airy, and the base of white cedarwood, musk and amber closes it with a soft, powdery finish. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office rather than nights out. Voters call it feminine and modern. Toni Gard Seaside Woman and Davidoff Cool Water Woman have a close profile.

Sun Java White for Men

7.7

Franck Olivier · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Franck Olivier Sun Java White for Men is a fresh citrus fragrance for men, led by orange, bergamot and mandarin orange, with a light sweetness and a powdery side that suit spring and summer days. It opens with orange, bergamot, mandarin orange, grapefruit and lemon in a bright citrus mix, while blackcurrant adds a soft fruity edge. In the heart, sage, mint and rosemary bring an herbal freshness, with black pepper and patchouli staying in the background. Musk and amber close it on a sweet, powdery, creamy warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Voters mostly read it as masculine, followed by modern.

Scintilla

6.3

Giardini di Toscana · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Giardini di Toscana Scintilla is a fresh, fruity and floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and daytime wear. The top is bright and fruity, with pear, pineapple, apple and blackcurrant. Jasmine, violet and iris soften the heart into something floral. The base turns woody and lightly spicy, with amber, patchouli and oakmoss, and the synthetic and creamy sides of the scent show most clearly there. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is rarely chosen. Masculine and feminine readings are close, and a modern character also stands out. Scentologia Syn.ergy. and Anomalia Sabrage have a close profile.

Oriental Essence - Poème d'Azar

7.9

Rituals · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rituals Oriental Essence - Poème d'Azar is a floral, sweet gourmand perfume, powdery and creamy with a spicy edge, that suits cold-weather evenings and reads clearly feminine. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for daytime. Most voters call its character feminine. It has been discontinued. It opens with blackcurrant, Florentine iris and rhubarb, fruity and slightly powdery. Rose, almond milk and pomegranate form the heart, softening it into something creamy. Patchouli, tonka bean and vanilla anchor the dry-down in a sweet, warm, oriental mood.

Mantes-la-Jolie

8.3

Astier de Villatte

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Astier de Villatte Mantes-la-Jolie is a fresh, green unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions, and some voters wear it for sport. Opinion on its character is split between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean firmly to one side. Citrus and green notes come first: lemon, bergamot and mint give the coolness, while basil and eucalyptus push it greener. Green fig and blackcurrant add a soft fruity touch, and ginger brings a little spice. Jasmine sambac adds a floral tone, with cedar and maté as a woody base.

Velours Noir

8.6

MoreThanPerfume · 2026

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

MoreThanPerfume Velours Noir is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built on woodland strawberry, blackcurrant and blackberry warmed by rum. The fruit leads: woodland strawberry, blackcurrant and blackberry, with rum adding warmth. In the heart, violet and iris pull it towards powdery, while cinnamon and caramel deepen the sweetness. Vanilla, musk and marshmallow leave a creamy, soft trail at the base. Voters find both longevity and sillage strong. Most pick fall, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and reads more feminine to voters, though a good share call it masculine. Valjues 9 | Nine and Lattafa Yara Elixir have a close profile.

Rose Pivoine

7.3

Nicolaï · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Rose Pivoine is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, with rose and peony lightened by green leaves. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily and office wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate; most voters find it feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Bergamot, raspberry and blackcurrant give a fruity freshness at first. The heart brings Turkish rose, peony, violet and green leaves, with black pepper adding a light spice. Musk and sandalwood soften the finish. Penhaligon's Empressa and Molinard Thé Basilic have a close profile.

Rose

7.8

Les Eaux Primordiales · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Les Eaux Primordiales Rose is a fresh, spicy take on rose, sweet and lightly powdery, and it suits anyone as a unisex scent. Rose leads alongside cardamom and pink pepper, while spiced tea and bergamot keep it bright and blackcurrant adds a fruity sweetness. Vanilla and ambroxan lay down a creamy, powdery base, and frankincense with myrrh leave a faint smoky shadow. Most voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. It is picked mostly for spring and fall and fits leisure and daily wear best. Voters lean towards calling it feminine, though some read it as masculine.