The Perfume Library

226 perfumes

Vétiver Bourbon

Miller Harris · 2005

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Miller Harris Vétiver Bourbon is a green, earthy and woody unisex scent built around bourbon vetiver, oakmoss and patchouli; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a noticeable but close trail through the day. It suits men and women alike, with a calm, natural character. It opens with fresh notes, and the heart is led by bourbon vetiver, oakmoss and patchouli. Musk and ambergris soften the base. The overall feel is fresh and green, with spicy, resinous and slightly smoky touches behind the earthy core. Lalique Encre Noire (Eau de Toilette) and Jovoy La Liturgie des Heures have a close profile.

S'il Vous Play

7.7

Francesca Dell'Oro · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Francesca Dell'Oro S'il Vous Play is a perfume classed as masculine, with a floral and sweet character balanced by spice and wood. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable through the day without filling a room. Votes are few, so these ratings are only a rough guide. The top opens with nutmeg, Nepalese sichuan pepper and pink grapefruit, spice set against a fresh citrus. In the heart, amber, vanilla blossom and lemon blossom add a soft, sweet floral touch. Sandalwood, Betahydrane™ and Bourbon vetiver form a woody, powdery base.

Vanillac Fantasy

5.9

Aromas de Salazar

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Aromas de Salazar Vanillac Fantasy is a unisex scent that sets fruity, gourmand sweetness against spice, resin and smoke. It opens with apricot, bitter almond and Calabrian bergamot for a fruity sweetness, while saffron and juniper berry add a spicy edge. Jasmine sambac, heliotrope and black pepper lead the heart. The base rests on vanilla absolute, tonka bean, amber and labdanum, a sweet, resinous floor darkened by birch tar and coffee. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. With its sweet, woody and resinous accords, it suits cooler weather best. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine and can be worn by anyone.

Elevato³

7.8

Adjiumi · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Adjiumi Elevato³ opens with rum, whisky and spearmint and settles into cocoa bean and vanilla absolute, a unisex scent where the floral and gourmand sides lead. The opening of rum, whisky and spearmint softens toward a heart of elderflower, rose and heliotrope, where the floral accord comes forward. In the base, cocoa bean and vanilla absolute deepen the sweetness, while Bourbon vetiver, frankincense and arbutus honey add a spicy, resinous, oriental depth. The overall impression is sweet and warm with a clear gourmand streak, and the synthetic accord gives it a smooth, polished feel. Washington Tremlett Clove Absolute and Anomalous Parfum The Red Wedding have a close profile.

The Siren

7.9

Zaharoff · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zaharoff The Siren is a unisex scent where cardamom, almond and chocolate build a sweet, spicy gourmand character; it has been discontinued. It opens with cardamom, almond, coriander and ginger, spicy with a hint of nuttiness. Chocolate and coffee bring the sweetness forward in the heart, while leather and moss temper it with an earthy, leathery edge. Bourbon vetiver, patchouli and cognac form a woody base underneath. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small. The sweet, gourmand build suits evenings and cooler weather. It sits comfortably on both men and women.

Lily of the Valley

6.8

Parfums Quartana · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfums Quartana Lily of the Valley is a feminine fragrance that gathers lily of the valley, jasmine and neroli into a fresh, green and lightly creamy bouquet. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Few people have voted, so this impression is not definitive. The floral side leads with lily of the valley, jasmine, neroli and orange blossom absolute, while bergamot and blackcurrant bud add a green freshness. Vanilla absolute and sandalwood sweeten and soften it, and leather, labdanum and bourbon vetiver leave a woody, leathery depth in the background. Giorgio Armani Armani Privé Jasmin Kusamono and Chloé Chêne have a close profile.

Holy Grail

7.7

The Dua Brand

Fresh · Floral · Green

The Dua Brand Holy Grail is a fresh, floral women's perfume that sets jasmine, neroli and violet on a woody base. Jasmine absolute, neroli and Turkish rose carry the floral side, while bergamot and petitgrain keep it green and fresh. Orris absolute, orris butter and violet add a powdery, creamy softness. Sandalwood, Bourbon vetiver, oakmoss absolute and musk form a woody foundation, and carnation absolute leaves a faint spicy trace. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Its floral, powdery build leans feminine. Etro Jacquard and Celine Rimbaud have a close profile.

Majestic Cashmere

7.9

Bentley · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Bentley Majestic Cashmere is a sweet, spicy and woody men's fragrance built around frankincense, orris absolute and cashmere wood. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling the room. The sample of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is positioned as a masculine scent. The top notes are frankincense, ambrette seed absolute and coriander. In the heart, orris absolute, cashmere wood and tonka bean add a powdery, creamy softness. The base of labdanum, patchouli, musk and Bourbon vetiver leaves a resinous, smoky and slightly leathery woodiness with an oriental feel.

Vetiver

8.0

Perfumer H · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Perfumer H Vetiver is a fresh, citrusy and earthy unisex scent built around bourbon vetiver, Italian bergamot and cedar. Bergamot, grapefruit and bitter orange give it a bright citrus start. Under them, Haitian and bourbon vetiver bring an earthy, woody base, deepened by cedar and Indonesian patchouli. Galbanum and moss add a green coolness, while French lavender and Java nutmeg draw a lightly spicy edge. Amber, musk and Venezuelan tonka bean soften it and leave a warm footing. It suits men and women alike, and anyone who likes the clean, natural side of vetiver. Hermès Terre d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) and Creed Original Vetiver have a close profile.

Amber Suede

7.4

Precious Liquid · 2022

Fresh · Spicy · Woody

Precious Liquid Amber Suede is a woody men's fragrance that is fresh at first glance but draws its real character from spice, resin and leather. Saffron and pink pepper give it a spicy warmth, while suede adds a soft leathery texture. Bourbon vetiver and patchouli bring an earthy, faintly smoky streak; frankincense adds resin and oud a darker woody depth. Musk and ambrox soften these harder lines, and the fresh accord keeps the scent open rather than heavy. Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Monsieur. and Heeley Cardinal have a close profile.

Egyptian Musk: Moka M

8.1

Ensar Oud · 2024

Green · Sweet · Gourmand

Ensar Oud Egyptian Musk: Moka M is a unisex fragrance led by oud, sandalwood and musk, with a sweet, spicy and smoky character. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so a light hand is enough. It reads dense and warm, and suits men and women alike. Papua and Indonesian oud, Mysore and Timor sandalwood and Tibetan musk dominate the scent. Frankincense, myrrh and castoreum add a resinous, animal depth. Pink pepper and ginger bring spice, while jasmine sambac and tuberose soften it with a floral touch; green and sweet accords balance the heavier woods.

Laos Gardenia

7.5

GRG · 2025

Floral · Animal · Powdery

GRG Laos Gardenia is a powdery, creamy floral with an animal edge, made as a unisex perfume. Longevity and sillage are both rated well, and most voters give each a high score, though the number of votes is small, so take it as a first impression. There is no season or occasion vote to lean on. The perfume is unisex and could sit comfortably on either a man or a woman. Gardenia absolute and jasmine form the floral heart, and champaca adds a creamy softness. Beneath them sit oakmoss, Bourbon vetiver, Laotian oud, Thai oud and Mysore sandalwood. Ambergris and hyraceum bring out the animal side. Florals and powder outweigh everything else, set on a woody base.

Madagascar

7.8

Ensar Oud · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ensar Oud Madagascar is a fresh, woody unisex fragrance that opens with clove, cardamom and bitter orange and settles onto oud and vanilla. The top is spicy with clove, cardamom and pink pepper, while citrus zest and ginger keep it lively. In the heart, osmanthus, jasmine sambac and violet leaf add a soft floral and green touch. The base rests on Papua oud, sandalwood, resins and vanilla, giving a woody, creamy and resinous ground, with seawater and ozone keeping some freshness in play. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is still small, so these are early impressions. It reads as unisex. Roja Parfums Oceania and Swiss Arabian Soul of Bali share a close profile.

Captain Molyneux (1975) (Eau de Toilette)

8.6

Molyneux · 1975

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Molyneux Captain Molyneux is a fresh, spicy and smoky men's fragrance, a fougère built from green and woody tones. It has been discontinued. Ceylonese cinnamon and Zanzibar clove give it a spicy warmth, while thyme, rosemary and Provençal lavender add an aromatic, green streak. Scots pine and Lebanon cedar bring a resinous woodiness, and Bourbon vetiver with Indian sandalwood settles it on a dry, smoky base. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, though the sample is small, so this view rests on few votes. With its classic fougère character and masculine bearing, it suits everyday wear. Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Police Original have a close profile.

Dormir al Sol

6.8

Frassaï · 2024

Citrus · Green · Fruity

Frassaï Dormir al Sol is a unisex scent where citrus meets a green, spicy streak and settles onto a woody, earthy base. It opens with mandarin orange, lime and pepper, giving a bright citrus impression with a slight bite. The heart brings gaiac wood, brandy and mimosa absolute, pairing woody warmth with a powdery, lightly sweet softness. In the base, Bourbon vetiver, patchouli and saffron carry the scent into an earthy, spicy finish.

Arctic Odyssæy

4.6

Skandinavisk · 2026

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Skandinavisk Arctic Odyssæy is a unisex fragrance built around spindrift, Arctic moss, cedar leaf and snow, with a cold, open-air character. The notes read as a single whole rather than a top, heart and base. Fresh, aquatic and green accords lead, with tundra herbs and lichen carrying the green side. Black pepper and clary sage add a spicy edge, while sandalwood and Bourbon vetiver lay a woody footing. Stone gives it a dry, mineral feel. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the few votes so far make that a tentative picture. It reads comfortably on both men and women, fresh and natural in feel. Jaguar Pace and D.S. & Durga Big Sur Eucalyptus have a close profile.

Vetiver Rain

7.1

Annindriya · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Annindriya Vetiver Rain is a unisex scent with a fresh, green and earthy character, where vetiver is softened by citrus and aquatic notes. Longevity and projection are both rated good by those who voted, though the vote count is small, so the picture is tentative. It sits comfortably on skin whether worn by men or women, leaving a trail without turning heavy. Java, Bourbon and Haitian vetiver lead the notes, with grapefruit and bergamot adding a bright coolness and aquatic notes a damp, rainy air. Egyptian violet leaf and French clary sage bring a green, lightly spicy edge, backed by nutmeg. Sandalwood, moss and musk form an earthy, woody base.

London 1983

7.9

Henry Rose · 2026

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Henry Rose London 1983 is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent led by fig and black pepper. It opens with the green, fruity freshness of fig set against the spicy edge of black pepper. In the heart, water lily and jasmine soften the scent and lend it a powdery, creamy feel. The base of bourbon vetiver, blond woods, musk and Orcanox lays down a clean, woody foundation. Fresh, green and lightly spiced, it stays easy and unfussy. The Dua Brand Fig of London and Phlur Father Figure have a close profile.