The Perfume Library

Notorious

6.1

Ralph Lauren · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ralph Lauren Notorious is a sweet, floral women's scent that opens with pink pepper, bergamot and blackcurrant, with carnation and peony at its heart; it has been discontinued. The opening pairs the spice of pink pepper with bergamot and the fruity tang of blackcurrant. At the heart, carnation and peony bring out the floral side. In the base, musk, orris root, patchouli and vanilla soften it into a powdery, woody, oriental warmth, with an overall feel that is sweet and slightly synthetic. Longevity and sillage are rated as moderate, though those ratings rest on few votes. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it is mentioned most for daily and leisure wear. Laura Biagiotti Roma (Eau de Toilette) and Elizabeth Arden Untold have a close profile.

Ricordami

5.8

Giardini di Toscana · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giardini di Toscana Ricordami is a fresh unisex scent that opens with citrus and green notes and settles into a floral, aquatic heart. The top pairs bergamot, lemon and orange with the green bite of fig leaf and galbanum. In the heart, aquatic notes, magnolia and coconut come forward, while white honeydew melon adds a fruity sweetness. The base lays down a woody, slightly earthy ground of cedarwood, vetiver and oakmoss. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Its fresh, slightly synthetic character suits everyday wear. Those after a similar profile may also look at The Dua Brand Supernova Cologne and Zara Classic 14.0.

No. 2 Extreme

7.1

Aus Liebe zum Duft · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aus Liebe zum Duft No. 2 Extreme is a unisex scent that sets fresh citrus against spice, flowers and leather; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, grapefruit and lime for freshness, while ginger and saffron add a spicy edge. In the heart, violet, iris and rose make a powdery floral side, sharpened by black pepper. The base brings the sweetness of vanilla and tonka bean, with vetiver, cedarwood and leather giving it a woody, leathery footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it suits evenings, nights out and leisure time. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though a fair share see it as feminine. Chanel Coco Noir and Dunhill Dunhill have a close profile.

Lost In Euphoria

6.8

Jean Poivre

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Poivre Lost In Euphoria is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and it suits leisure, work and daily wear best. More than half of voters read it as feminine, though many also call it modern. It opens with lemon, pear and pink pepper, with citrus and fresh accords right up front. The heart of Turkish rose, jasmine, blackcurrant and raspberry adds a floral, fruity sweetness, while green and spicy touches stay in the background. Patchouli and white musk soften the base and dry it down gently.

Meraki

7.7

Botanicae Expressions · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Botanicae Expressions Meraki is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for daily and leisure wear. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Autumn is picked about as often as summer, and winter gets the fewest votes. It also works for evenings and nights out, though business wear is the least chosen use. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine, sitting in between. Fig, blackcurrant and woodland strawberry open fresh, green and fruity. In the heart, cedar, violet and iris add a woody, floral balance. Patchouli, vanilla and sandalwood settle the dry-down onto a sweet, creamy, earthy base. Jo Malone Wild Fig & Cassis and Phlur Father Figure have a close profile.

Sweet Woman

6.6

La Rive · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

La Rive Sweet Woman is a fresh, floral and fruity scent with a sweet, gourmand warmth, made for women. It opens bright with blackcurrant, orange, mandarin orange and peach. Magnolia, strawberry, osmanthus and rose bring a soft floral heart. Musk, sandalwood and vanilla settle it into a sweet, creamy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate: present without filling the room. Most voters pick spring, with summer and fall following. It leans towards leisure and daily wear and sits comfortably at the office too. Voters rate its value for money highly.

Jardin Mystique

7.3

Friedemodin · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Green

Friedemodin Jardin Mystique is a fresh, floral and green women's fragrance built around blackcurrant, jasmine and iris; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, with night and evening far less common. Most see it as feminine, while some call it classic or modern. It opens with blackcurrant, lemon and aldehydes, which give a fresh, lightly fruity start. The heart is a floral bouquet of jasmine absolute, rose, lily of the valley and orange blossom. Iris, cedarwood and sandalwood settle underneath as a woody, powdery base, softened by musk. Its profile is close to Aerin Iris Meadow and Yves Saint Laurent Paris Roses des Bois.

Charme

7.7

La Perla · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

La Perla Charme is a floral, fresh and sweet women's fragrance that opens on lotus, bergamot and blackcurrant; it has been discontinued. It wears close to the skin: longevity is moderate and sillage weak, leaving a soft trail. Most voters recommend spring and fall, though summer gets a fair share too. It leans towards daytime wear, with business and evening use also named. Voters mostly read it as feminine. The top of lotus, bergamot and blackcurrant gives a light, fruity freshness. In the heart, Baccara rose, jasmine, white datura and cedar set the floral body against a woody line. The base of vanilla, musk and amber sweetens it and dries down warm, powdery and slightly gourmand.

Agrigentum

7.2

Paglieri · 2016

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Paglieri Agrigentum opens with lemon, mandarin orange and marzipan and settles into praliné and vanilla, a gourmand floral classed as unisex. In the top, lemon, mandarin orange and orange blossom give a bright citrus lift, while marzipan adds a sugared almond touch. Ylang-ylang, violet and almond carry a creamy floral softness through the heart. The base leans on praliné, vanilla and tonka bean for sweetness, with patchouli and blackcurrant keeping it from turning too sugary. The overall impression is fruity, sweet and slightly synthetic. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and use is spread across leisure, evening and nights out. It is mostly seen as feminine and modern in character.

Fleur Fatale

6.9

KKW Fragrance · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

KKW Fragrance Fleur Fatale is a fresh, floral and powdery women's scent built around bergamot, violet and peony; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, violet and blackcurrant, giving a light fruity freshness. In the heart, peony, iris and tea rose bring out the floral side. White musk, sandalwood and amber settle it onto a sweet, creamy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It reads as feminine. Parfums de Marly Palatine and Dior Miss Dior (2021) have a close profile.

Eternity for Women Amber Essence

6.7

Calvin Klein · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Calvin Klein Eternity for Women Amber Essence opens with bergamot and blackcurrant, then moves into a floral heart of tuberose, jasmine and ylang-ylang before settling into a sweet, resinous base of smoked wood and vanilla. It is a feminine scent. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring and summer well behind. It leans towards nights out and evenings, and sits close to leisure wear too. Bergamot and blackcurrant give a fruity lift at the top, with angelica root adding a faint spice. In the heart, ylang-ylang, tuberose and jasmine sambac absolute bring a creamy floral richness. The base turns sweet and warm, as smoked wood, vanilla and benzoin give it a woody, resinous finish.

Positano

6.8

Contes de Parfums · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Contes de Parfums Positano is a fresh, citrusy scent with aquatic and green touches, suited to daily wear, leisure and the office. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters place it in leisure, daytime and business settings, which fits its light, easy character. Though unisex, it reads somewhat more masculine, with a sizeable minority finding it feminine. Turmeric, blackcurrant and orange open it fresh, fruity and lightly spicy. Lavender, marine notes and hay then bring a green, aquatic feel to the heart. In the base, vetiver, musk and patchouli take over and settle it onto a woody ground. Bond No. 9 Wall Street and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo share a close profile.

Sea & Sun in Cadaquès

6.8

Salvador Dali · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lily of the Valley

7.0

Acqua di Parma · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Parma Lily of the Valley is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits daytime and relaxed days. It opens with blackcurrant, Italian bergamot and grapefruit, a citrusy, lightly fruity freshness. In the heart, lily of the valley leads, with geranium, jasmine, magnolia and petitgrain adding a green, creamy floral feel. Cedarwood and musk soften the base, leaving a sweetish, synthetic-clean finish. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters point to daily wear, then leisure and the office; few choose it for a night out. It reads equally comfortable on men and women, and stays light throughout. Loewe Aire Sutileza and Carner Bo-Bo (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Here To Stay

6.3

Naomi Campbell · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Naomi Campbell Here To Stay is a fresh, fruity and feminine scent that leans towards spring and summer, for daytime and leisure wear. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, then fall, and daily and business wear lead the occasions. Many call it feminine, with some reading it as modern. Raspberry and blackcurrant give the opening a fruity freshness. In the heart, jasmine sambac and rose add a soft floral note. The base of musk and vanilla sweetens it and settles into a creamy, powdery finish. Unic Collection Vanille - Sexy Vanilla and O-Twist Lovely Notes have a close profile.

Kraftstoff

6.9

Rammstein · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rammstein Kraftstoff is a fresh men's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer, for relaxed everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, with few voters choosing winter. It is presented as a masculine scent. It opens bright with bergamot, ginger, grapefruit, mandarin orange and lemon. The heart brings geranium, neroli, blackcurrant and leather, while the accords add floral, green, aquatic and spicy shades. Amber and musk soften the base.

Mango Jugoso

7.9

Ministry of Gourmand · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Ministry of Gourmand Mango Jugoso is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with blackcurrant, blood orange, grapefruit and mango, the citrus tartness softened by the sweetness of the mango. Melon, pineapple and peach fill out the fruity heart. The base of sugar, violet and musk leaves a powdery, creamy, gourmand sweetness with a synthetic edge. Longevity is moderate and sillage is good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is used mostly for leisure and daily wear. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Câline Xtra Pure and Narcotica Narco Oasis have a close profile.

Red Pearl

7.7

Red Pearl · 1999

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Red Pearl Red Pearl is a floral, sweet women's fragrance built around passion fruit, jasmine and vanilla, best suited to autumn and winter evenings. Most voters place it in autumn and winter, and it leans towards evening and night out, with leisure wear close behind. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and its value for money is rated highly. Most voters call it feminine and classic. It opens with passion fruit, blackcurrant and bergamot for a fruity lift, softened by violet and Brazilian rosewood. The heart is a floral body of jasmine, tuberose, rose and geranium. The base of amber, tonka bean, musk, praliné and vanilla settles into a sweet, gourmand, powdery warmth. Chopard Cašmir (Eau de Parfum) and Serge Lutens Louve have a close profile.

Azrak (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Boadicea the Victorious · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Boadicea the Victorious Azrak Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent where citrus and spice meet a fresh, floral heart before settling into oud and amber. The top is led by bergamot, lemon, cinnamon and saffron, with pineapple and blackcurrant adding a fruity sweetness. In the heart, rose, violet and jasmine form a floral middle, cooled by green violet leaf. The base of oud, amber, sandalwood and cedar is woody, resinous and slightly earthy. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind. It reads best on nights out, in leisure time and in the evening, and it sits comfortably on men and women alike. Mexx Woman and Al Haramain L'Aventure Blanche have a close profile.

Marni Rose

7.1

Marni · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Marni Rose is a floral scent for women that sets rose in a fresh, fruity and lightly sweet frame. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall and winter further behind. Daily wear and the office lead, while evening and night out are chosen less often. It opens with mint, raspberry, blackcurrant and cardamom, a fresh, lightly spiced fruit note. The heart turns to rose absolute, Bulgarian rose and violet, where the floral side takes over. The base brings vanilla sweetness together with patchouli and cedar's woody structure. Argos Adonis Awakens and Evody D'Âme de Pique have a close profile.

Emporio Armani Night for Her

7.4

Giorgio Armani · 2003

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani Night for Her is a fresh, fruity floral built around cranberry, blackcurrant and peony; it has been discontinued. It opens with cranberry, hawthorn, blackcurrant and bergamot, a fruity brightness. In the heart, peony, freesia, lily of the valley and magnolia soften it into a floral. Sandalwood, patchouli and white musk settle the base into something sweet, powdery and lightly woody. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring; it leans towards night outs and evenings, though it also finds a place in daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. Chopard Mira-Baï and Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto have a close profile.

First Edition Blanche

7.9

Van Cleef & Arpels · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Van Cleef & Arpels First Edition Blanche is a fresh, floral and lightly powdery women's fragrance that suits daytime wear; it has been discontinued. It opens bright and fruity with bergamot, mandarin orange, aldehydes and blackcurrant. Jasmine and white rose form a green-tinged floral heart. White musk and vanilla soften the base into a creamy, lightly sweet finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without pushing into the room. Most voters pick spring, with autumn and summer close behind. It leans towards daily, leisure and office wear, and fewer see it as an evening scent. Most read it as feminine and modern. Boucheron Iris de Syracuse and Rania J. Musc Moschus share a close profile.

Genesis

6.1

Le Frag · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Le Frag Genesis is a floral, fruity and sweet unisex scent that most voters place in autumn and spring, for leisure time or evenings out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so it carries well once sprayed. Voters read it as somewhat more feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. Summer is the least chosen season, which fits the perfume's weight. Jasmine, magnolia and narcissus form the floral core, with blackcurrant and strawberry adding fruit and coconut a soft sweetness. Bergamot and aldehydes brighten it, while oakmoss and civet give it an animalic, synthetic depth. Calaj Delizia Tropicale and Sarah Baker Perfumes Jungle Jezebel have a close profile.

Thousand Lakes

7.7

V/siteur · 2020

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

V/siteur Thousand Lakes is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, aquatic core with green, smoky and leathery touches. Aquatic notes and birch leaf give it a cool edge, while plants and rhubarb add a green liveliness and blackcurrant brings a fruity note. Underneath, woods, leather, smoke and mineral notes build an earthy, faintly animal depth, with musk softening the whole. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. It reads slightly more masculine, though plenty of voters call it feminine. Zara True Leather Women and Le Frag Meluzyna have a close profile.