The Perfume Library

Odyssey Soda Pop

7.4

Armaf · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Armaf Odyssey Soda Pop is a fresh, citrusy opening paired with cola and spice sweetness, a gourmand fragrance classed as masculine. The top is lavender, cola, citrus fruits, ginger and mint, which reads as a fizzy, fruity soft drink at first. Neroli, nutmeg, cinnamon and black tea add a spiced warmth in the heart. The base of Bourbon vanilla, tonka bean and benzoin settles it into a creamy, sweet footing, with a synthetic sheen running throughout. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it makes itself known up close rather than from across the room. The balance of sweet and fresh suits everyday wear. Few votes have been cast, so these ratings are tentative. The Dua Brand Zest and Afnan Perfumes 9pm have a close profile.

Arsenic Osman

7.5

LM Parfums · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

LM Parfums Arsenic Osman is a floral, spicy unisex scent built on plum and Ceylonese cinnamon, with French violet and osmanthus at its heart. It opens with plum and Ceylonese cinnamon, fruity and spiced. In the heart, French violet, jasmine sambac and Indian osmanthus bring a floral, powdery side. Bourbon vanilla, white leather and Indonesian patchouli sweeten the base and close it with a woody, resinous warmth. The overall impression sits between fresh and oriental, with a faint synthetic sheen. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women. Serge Lutens Féminité du bois and Pomellato Nudo Amber have a close profile.

Mathilde

8.1

Rancé 1795 · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rancé 1795 Mathilde is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with green, fruity and powdery touches. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear and the office, with leisure not far behind; very few choose it for evenings or nights out. It opens with neroli, violet leaf and ylang-ylang in a fresh, green floral bouquet. In the heart, jasmine and rose keep the florals going while passion fruit and mandarin orange add a fruity sweetness. The base of musk, iris and sandalwood, with Bourbon vanilla, settles into a soft, powdery, creamy woodiness.

Nha Trang (Pure Parfum)

8.0

Ensar Oud · 2023

Floral · Green · Sweet

Ensar Oud Nha Trang (Pure Parfum) is a unisex scent with a floral, sweet and woody character, deepened by spice and resin. Voters find its longevity good, with most rating it high, and its sillage is rated good too. The number of votes is small, so these figures are tentative. There are no season or occasion votes, but its dense build and unisex character suggest a scent for dressed-up evenings. Tuberose, Indian rose and orange blossom form a floral body, softened by green and powdery tones. Saffron, clove and henna add spicy warmth, while Vietnamese oud, patchouli and myrrh bring a smoky, resinous, earthy depth. Bourbon vanilla sweetens the whole. Ensar Oud Nha Trang: Ya Chuan and Ensar Oud Kinam Rouge (Pure Parfum) have a close profile.

Carrousel

7.7

Paul Emilien · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Paul Emilien Carrousel opens with carrot, bergamot and Sicilian lemon and carries lily of the valley and Turkish rose at its heart, a fresh, floral scent made for women; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and is quiet. With few votes behind these ratings, they give only a rough idea. Citrus and carrot lead the top, while chili and eucalyptus add a light spice to that freshness. In the heart, lily of the valley, rose and jasmine build a floral core, and violet brings a powdery softness. Bourbon vanilla, amber and white musk sweeten the base. Paul Emilien Gardénia Tropical and Salvador Dali Daliflor have a close profile.

La Femme

7.6

Sahlini Parfums · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Sahlini Parfums La Femme is a feminine scent that pairs a fresh floral character with a sweet, powdery texture. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters place it mostly in daily wear and the office, with leisure and evening further behind. It reads clearly feminine. Jasmine, tuberose and Sicilian orange blossom form the floral core, while Bourbon vanilla and musk sweeten and soften it. Sandalwood and Indonesian patchouli add an oriental warmth underneath. The notes read as a single whole rather than in layers.

Giapeto

8.6

Giardino Benessere

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Giardino Benessere Giapeto is a spicy, resinous oriental with a creamy sweetness, a woody backbone and floral touches, made for anyone regardless of gender. It opens warm and spicy with saffron, Guatemala cardamom, cistus and cumin. In the heart, cypriol, Virginia cedar, lily of the valley and gurjum balsam build a woody, resinous base. Oud, musk, Indonesian patchouli, ambergris and Bourbon vanilla then sweeten it into a creamy, enveloping warmth. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the sample is small, so treat that as a rough guide; the scent makes itself felt around the wearer. Its sweet, spicy build suits cooler weather. Tiziana Terenzi Burdèl and Xerjoff Layla share a close profile.

Ambre de Noir

7.3

Maksim Perfume · 2025

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Maksim Perfume Ambre de Noir is a sweet, spicy amber fragrance, with resinous, earthy and faintly smoky edges that make it a unisex scent. The top opens with green notes, Persian saffron and herbaceous notes, the saffron bringing out the spicy side. In the heart, Shamamatul amber attar, Thai frangipani, Thai magnolia and Cuban tobacco join floral softness to smoky depth. The base of Indian amber, Bourbon vanilla and Brazilian tonka bean adds sweetness, wrapped in Indian sandalwood and Irish ambergris. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays on the skin for a long time without filling the room. Sitting evenly between masculine and feminine, it suits anyone who likes warm, dense amber scents.

Vanîle

7.6

Place des Lices · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Place des Lices Vanîle is a unisex fragrance that brightens Bourbon vanilla with mandarin orange and lemon and sweetens it with strawberry, giving a fruity, gourmand character. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the small number of votes makes this only a rough guide. It reads as neither masculine nor feminine. The citrus gives a lively lift at first, then strawberry and vanilla sweetness take over, with woods keeping it from turning too sugary. Spicy, powdery and faintly smoky accords sit in the background. Zara Vanilla and Maison Asrar Vanilla Aura have a close profile.

King Masarat

7.7

Xerjoff · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Xerjoff King Masarat is a unisex, oud-led scent that sets a floral, fruity sweetness against a resinous, animalic depth. It opens with blood orange and lavender, while the heart brings Turkish rose and Egyptian jasmine together with liquorice and Thai oud. In the base, Borneo and Cambodian oud soften into Bourbon vanilla, and the scent dries down sweet and dense. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, with most voters scoring both high. The number of votes is small, so this impression is tentative. It reads as a heavy, assertive scent that suits both men and women. Ensar Oud Borneo 3000 and Initio Atomic Rose have a close profile.

Alexandria

8.0

Contes de Parfums · 2026

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Contes de Parfums Alexandria is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of bergamot and cardamom against the sweetness of praliné and Bourbon vanilla, over oud and patchouli. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this impression is not definitive. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on any skin. Its dense, sweet and spicy character suits cooler weather. It opens with bergamot, cardamom and frankincense, citrusy, spicy and slightly resinous. In the heart, jasmine and praliné come forward and the scent turns gourmand and creamy. The base of patchouli, Bourbon vanilla, oud and sandalwood forms a woody, smoky, oriental ground. The perfumer is Alberto Morillas.

Sculpture Rêverie

6.7

Nikos · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Nikos Sculpture Rêverie is a men's fragrance that sets the bite of red pepper, chili and black pepper against the sweet, creamy warmth of cocoa, Bourbon vanilla and patchouli. It opens with a spicy edge from the peppers, cherry and saffron. In the heart, orange blossom, rose and amber add a soft floral note, and the base of musk, patchouli, cocoa and vanilla settles into a gourmand, sweet and woody finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the sample is small and these ratings are not conclusive. Its sweet, spicy build reads as a warm, full-bodied scent aimed at men. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Elixir and Simone Andreoli Born from Fire have a close profile.

Dramatic Pause

7.8

Maison Jaxob · 2017

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Silky Soft Musk

7.7

Avon · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Avon Silky Soft Musk is a sweet, powdery women's fragrance that opens with blueberry, raspberry and water lily and rests on musk and Bourbon vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of votes means this is only a rough guide. It leaves a soft, creamy trail and sits close to the skin, which suits everyday wear. The fruity top comes first, then marshmallow, freesia and lily of the valley turn it floral and sugary. In the base, musk, amber and vanilla take over, and the dry-down stays powdery and creamy. Ariana Grande Ari (Eau de Parfum) and Burberry Her (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Waquar

7.8

S.A.C.K.Y · 2016

Floral · Green · Fruity

S.A.C.K.Y Waquar is a unisex fragrance that sets fruity sweetness against a floral, green backdrop and dries down woody, powdery and warm. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with summer not far behind and winter the least chosen. Leisure and evening wear lead, and it also gets picked for nights out. It opens with Sicilian orange, apple, mango and blueberry, a juicy, fruity start. The heart brings coconut, ylang-ylang, artemisia and rum, while the base of Bourbon vanilla, honey, labdanum and cedarwood turns it creamy, warm and powdery. Moss and Cuban tobacco stay in the background. Guerlain Angélique Noire and Xerjoff White on White have a close profile.

Rosa Galore

7.5

Attar Collection · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Attar Collection Rosa Galore is a women's perfume that sets a fresh, floral character on a sweet, powdery base. It opens with currant, Damask rose and violet, which read fresh and floral. The heart brings Lebanon cedar, lily of the valley and caramel, mixing a woody line with a light sweetness. The base of white musk and Bourbon vanilla leaves it creamy, powdery and soft, with a spicy touch in the background. Voters find both longevity and sillage good, and most give longevity a high rating, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. Iris Poudre by Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle and Bottega Veneta Parco Palladiano IX: Violetta have a close profile.

8

7.1

Abercrombie & Fitch

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abercrombie & Fitch 8 is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic floral for women, light and easygoing in character. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it leaves a gentle trail without fading quickly. Voters pick it mostly for daytime, leisure, sport and office wear, and far less for nights out or evenings. It opens with clementine, mandarin orange and grapefruit for a bright citrus start. In the heart, amaryllis, freesia, violet, melon and lily add a soft floral-fruity layer. The base of vetiver, musk, Bourbon vanilla and amber settles into a powdery warmth. Calvin Klein CK All and DKNY Women Summer 2018 have a close profile.

Vanille

7.8

Domaine Privé

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Domaine Privé Vanille is a fruity, sweet and gourmand unisex vanilla scent with a touch of spice. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though both ratings rest on few votes and should be read with caution. It is not tied to one gender. It opens with cardamom, blackcurrant and curly mint, so a cool, lightly spiced start comes first. Toward the heart, vanilla, caramel and plum take over and the scent turns distinctly sweet. Virginia cedar, ambergris and bourbon vanilla remain at the base. The Dua Brand Belgian Choco Truffle and Al Wataniah Castilla have a close profile.

Chocolate, Rose & Oud

8.5

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Aaron Terence Hughes Chocolate, Rose & Oud is a unisex fragrance that pairs damask rose, dark chocolate and Burmese oud, leaning sweet and gourmand; it has been discontinued. It opens with damask rose in front. In the heart, tonka bean, dark chocolate and Bourbon vanilla soften and sweeten the scent. Burmese oud, patchouli and sandalwood sit underneath and add a spicy, oriental depth, while floral and gourmand accords run together. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small. Its dense, sweet, oriental build suits cooler weather, and it can be worn by men and women alike. Câline Vanille No. 25 and Dior Dior Addict (2002) (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Vanilla Grapefruit (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Lavanila Laboratories · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Lavanila Laboratories Vanilla Grapefruit Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy scent with a sweet gourmand side, made for women. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. It is classed as a feminine scent and suits anyone who wants an easy, lightly sweet fragrance for daily wear. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Pink grapefruit and lime give it a lively, fresh citrus feel. Bourbon vanilla softens that with a gourmand sweetness, and cedarwood adds a woody depth. A spicy touch runs through the accords as well.

Pure Vanilla (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Lavanila Laboratories · 2007

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Lavanila Laboratories Pure Vanilla Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy scent for women, built around heliotrope, tonka bean and Bourbon vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though with few votes this is only a rough guide. The soft, close-lying character suits calm, everyday wear. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base. Bourbon vanilla and tonka bean give a gourmand, creamy sweetness, while heliotrope wraps it in a powdery, floral softness. Spicy and resinous accents keep the sweetness from turning heavy and add an oriental warmth. Réminiscence Vanille and Zara Vanilla have a close profile.

Impressions de Soleil

7.6

Frédéric Haldimann · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Frédéric Haldimann Impressions de Soleil is a women's fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of Sicilian orange and bergamot with a warm base of patchouli, musk, Bourbon vanilla and sandalwood. Citrus and fresh accords lead, with Sicilian orange and bergamot giving a bright, fruity start. Ylang-ylang adds a soft floral heart, and the scent then sweetens through patchouli, musk, vanilla and sandalwood into a powdery, lightly spicy, oriental dry-down. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a first impression. Described as a women's perfume, its fresh opening and sweet base keep it easy to wear through the day without feeling heavy.

Oud Gourmand

7.1

Officina delle Essenze · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Officina delle Essenze Oud Gourmand is a unisex scent that opens with orange and bergamot before moving into a sweet, woody blend of oud, vanilla and caramel. Those who rated it find both longevity and sillage good, though the number of votes is small. No season or occasion votes are available, but the composition reads as unisex, not leaning clearly masculine or feminine. The top notes of orange and bergamot give a brief freshness. Towards the heart, bourbon vanilla, rose, caramel and coconut milk take over, making it sweeter and softly gourmand. Oud, vanilla and amber notes form the base. Floral, spicy and woody accords add depth to the sweetness. Ard Al Zaafaran Hayaati Oud and Mehira Rose Layali have a close profile.

Un Matin à L'Orangerie (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Rose et Marius

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Rose et Marius Un Matin à L'Orangerie Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet and floral unisex scent that pairs bergamot, yuzu and clementine with jasmine and vanilla. The opening is led by clementine, yuzu, mandarin orange and two kinds of bergamot, softened by orange blossom. The heart brings jasmine, ylang-ylang and blackcurrant, with amber adding warmth. It dries down to bourbon vanilla, tonka bean and white musk, a creamy, sweet base, while oakmoss stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office, and fewer for evening or nights out. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine. Xerjoff Erba Pura and Xerjoff Erba Gold have a close profile.