The Perfume Library

Kiraz (2021)

5.5

Maiora Parfum · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maiora Parfum Kiraz is a unisex scent that pairs nectarine, almond blossom and Bulgarian rose in a sweet, creamy, gourmand style; it has been discontinued. The top holds star anise, nectarine, Sicilian almond milk and Peruvian heliotrope, with fruit and almond leading and the anise adding a light spicy edge. In the heart, almond blossom, Bulgarian rose and Jasminum auriculatum bring a soft floral note. The base of amberwood, Indonesian sandalwood, tolu balm and Bourbon vanilla dries down sweet and creamy. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it neither disappears nor fills a room. Its sweet profile reads comfortably on any skin, with no clear lean to masculine or feminine. Perfumes with a close profile include Acqua di Parma Mandorlo di Sicilia and Van Cleef & Arpels Orchidée Vanille.

24K

8.4

Jivago · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jivago 24K is a floral fragrance for women that opens fresh and citrusy, then moves into sweet, powdery flowers with an oriental streak. Bulgarian rose leads at the start, brightened by fresh, citrus-leaning accords. At the heart, jasmine and tuberose turn the floral side creamy and sweet. The base of amber and iris is powdery, resinous and lightly woody, with spicy, animal and earthy touches staying in the background and a gourmand note softening the whole. The chypre and oriental sides tie the fresh floral opening to a deeper finish. Avon A Marriage of Jasmine & Tuberose and Robert Piguet Baghari (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Rosa Umami

8.7

Zanini · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Green

Zanini Rosa Umami is a unisex scent that sets Taif rose, white rose and miso side by side, pulling the rose toward a salty, earthy direction; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable on skin through the day without filling a room. The number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. With no gender lean, it suits both women and men. The scent reads as a whole: the roses, Taif, white and Bulgarian among them, form a floral base. Miso, kelp and Borneo oud resin add a salty, resinous, slightly earthy edge. The citrus and green accords keep the rose from turning heavy, and a spicy trace lingers behind. Zanini Rosa Umami V2 and Alkemia Forest Rose have a close profile.

Rose Chant

6.6

Novellista · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Novellista Rose Chant is a fresh, floral unisex scent in which rose is softened by spice and wood. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: neither heavy nor faint, it suits anyone who wants a scent that stays close through the day. Being unisex, it can sit comfortably on men and women alike. Amouage Reflection Man and Birkholz Velvet Orchid have a close profile. It opens with Turkish rose, iris and Rosa centifolia, giving a fresh, powdery floral feel. The heart brings jasmine and Bulgarian rose, with cinnamon adding a sweet, spicy warmth. In the base, cedarwood, musk and sandalwood settle the scent onto a woody, creamy footing.

Velvet Sanctuary

6.4

Tada Parfumeur · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tada Parfumeur Velvet Sanctuary is a unisex scent that links a fresh, citrusy opening to a floral, green and lightly spicy body. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, so it neither vanishes quickly nor fills the room. Its profile suits both men and women and sits close to everyday wear. The top has red wine, grapefruit and bergamot, with the two citrus notes giving a bright start. In the heart, rhubarb, geranium and Bulgarian rose build a green, fruity floral character. Vetiver, black pepper and benzoin in the base sweeten it while a little spice holds it together.

Classic Collection: Aqua Composita - Pipapo

6.7

Florascent

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Florascent Classic Collection: Aqua Composita - Pipapo is a women's perfume that sets a fresh, floral character over a sweet, woody base. Bulgarian rose and jasmine lead the opening, and tuberose carries the floral texture through the heart. In the base, vetiver, sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla take over; the scent turns sweeter and settles into a warm, woody, lightly spicy finish. The animal accord stays in the background and adds depth to the flowers. Its profile is close to Avon Odyssey (Cologne) and Nimerè Succubus.

Classique Gaultier Airlines Edition

8.2

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Gaultier Airlines Edition is a fresh, creamy floral built around jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and orange blossom, made for women and now discontinued. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so treat that with caution. There is not enough voting to say which seasons or occasions it suits; it reads feminine. The notes aren't split into top, heart and base, so it reads as one composition: jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and orange blossom form a floral frame, with lemon zest and mandarin orange adding freshness. Vanilla, tonka bean and amber sweeten it into a creamy warmth, and the accords include a synthetic edge. Casamorati Gran Ballo and Mancera Holidays have a close profile.

Murat

4.4

Maiora Parfum

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Maiora Parfum Murat is a unisex oriental that sets saffron, Bulgarian rose and oud over a sweet base of amber and vanilla, with a leathery edge. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Its sweet, oriental build suits cooler weather and evenings, and it reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Lattafa Amethyst and Montale Crazy in Love have a close profile. Bergamot, black pepper and saffron open it spicy and slightly sharp. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, jasmine and oud bring a floral side darkened by the oud. The base turns sweet with amber, leather, benzoin, vanilla and brown sugar, softened by tonka bean and white musk.

Forbidden Whisper

8.1

Haute Fragrance Company · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Haute Fragrance Company Forbidden Whisper is a sweet, creamy feminine scent that opens with citrus and spice and softens into powdery florals. The top pairs Madagascan ginger, Sicilian mandarin orange and Sri Lankan cinnamon, giving a fresh, citrusy start with a light spicy edge. In the heart, jasmine and Bulgarian rose join powdery notes, turning the scent floral and powdery. The base rests on Bourbon vanilla, musk and amber, where the creamy sweetness comes forward. A synthetic tone also runs through the accords. Phlur Soft Spot and Lattafa Musk So Poudrée have a close profile.

Sfumature di Dalia

6.3

L'Erbolario · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

L'Erbolario Sfumature di Dalia is a fresh, floral and sweet women's fragrance built around dahlia, Bulgarian rose and jasmine. Longevity is moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is classed as a women's fragrance, and its fresh floral character suits easy everyday wear. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, mandarin, orange and lemon, softened by white grape, pear and peach. The heart is led by dahlia, rose, jasmine and tuberose, with violet and magnolia adding a powdery note. The base of sandalwood, vanilla and musk settles into a creamy, sweet and woody finish. Essential Garden Amazing Dahlia and Parfums de Marly Palatine have a close profile.

Velvet Rose

6.6

Dolce & Gabbana · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ghaliyah

9.1

Sulaym · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Sulaym Ghaliyah is a unisex scent that sets Taif rose and Bulgarian rose beside oud and Mysore sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, and the rating from voters is high. It makes itself felt from the first spray and stays on skin for a long time. It reads as suitable for both women and men. The notes have no top, heart and base split, so the scent unfolds as a single whole: rose and saffron give a floral, spicy start, while oud and red frankincense set it on a resinous, smoky ground. Asian musk and white ambergris soften it, and Mysore and Tonga sandalwood carry a sweet woodiness. The accords also include leathery and animal tones. Valentino Valentina Oud Assoluto and Xerjoff Alexandria Orientale have a close profile.

Bijan with a Twist for Women

7.5

Bijan · 2001

Citrus · Floral · Aquatic

Peonypop

6.5

Hermetica · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hermetica Peonypop is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh raspberry and grapefruit opening with a floral heart of peony, Bulgarian rose and magnolia. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though few people have rated it, so these figures are only a rough guide. The fresh, floral build leans towards easy everyday wear, and it suits both women and men. Raspberry and grapefruit bring a fruity, citrusy brightness at the start. In the heart, peony, Bulgarian rose, magnolia and osmanthus absolute form a floral, slightly powdery centre, kept light by aquatic and green touches. Cedarwood, vetiver and musk give it a woody base. Burberry Sport for Women and hej:pure Pure Flower have a close profile.

Tornade Blonde (Parfum)

7.2

Christian Louboutin · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Christian Louboutin Tornade Blonde (Parfum) is a discontinued women's fragrance that sets a sweet, fruity floral bouquet against an earthy, leathery base. Its longevity and sillage both rate as moderate, so it neither disappears quickly nor fills a room. With no season or occasion votes to go on, it can't be tied to one time of year; it is made for women and leans clearly floral and oriental. It opens with blackcurrant, rhubarb, violet leaf and ambrette for a fruity freshness. The heart brings Brazilian gardenia, Bulgarian rose, jasmine sambac absolute and orange blossom into a creamy, full floral. The base of Australian sandalwood, patchouli and cedarwood grounds it in earthy, woody warmth, with ambergris leaving a soft trail.

Séxūal

4.6

Michel Germain · 1994

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Michel Germain Séxūal is a floral, sweet and spicy women's fragrance built around bergamot, Egyptian jasmine and vanilla. The top notes are bergamot, osmanthus and clementine, so it opens fresh and citrusy. In the heart, Egyptian jasmine, Bulgarian rose and gardenia form a floral core with a soft, powdery feel. In the base, vanilla sweetens, cinnamon adds spice and myrrh gives a resinous depth. A fresh accord stays under the flowers from start to finish. Une Nuit Nomade Sun Bleached and Prada Luna Rossa Extreme have a close profile.

Love Don't Be Shy Amber and Oud Special Blend 2023

8.8

Kilian · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Kilian Love Don't Be Shy Amber and Oud Special Blend 2023 is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, sweet character with spicy, animal warmth and a creamy texture. Bulgarian rose and Moroccan orange blossom absolute carry the floral side, while marshmallow and vanilla set it on a creamy, sweet base. Amber and oud join cedarwood's dry woodiness and the spicy edge of Akigalawood®, giving the whole a dark, animalic warmth. Voters find its longevity very strong and its sillage strong, though the vote count is small, so these ratings are only indicative. Its dense build suits cooler weather and evening wear better than heat. It reads neither masculine nor feminine and sits comfortably on anyone. Xerjoff Alexandria II and Profumum Roma Amante have a close profile.

Castoré Rouge

8.3

elkhaldi · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Leathery

Elkhaldi Castoré Rouge is a floral, fruity and leathery unisex fragrance that pairs Vietnamese oud with five different roses. The notes don't split into layers; the scent reads as one piece. Bulgarian, Moroccan, Indian, Tunisian and Turkish rose build the floral body, while bitter orange and raspberry add a fruity brightness. Vietnamese oud, castoreum and black ambergris supply a dark, leathery base, and tonka bean softens its edge. The result is rose-led, balanced between sweet fruit and leather. Voters rate it 8.3 out of 10. Atralia Solstice and The Dua Brand Rosa's Thorn have a close profile.

Cette Nuit Là

8.0

Fragonard · 2005

Floral · Green · Sweet

Fragonard Cette Nuit Là is a floral, spicy women's fragrance that opens green with galbanum, bergamot and neroli; it has been discontinued. Green galbanum and bergamot give a fresh first impression, which neroli softens. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, jasmine, iris and violet leaf build a floral, powdery core, while coriander and caraway add a spicy edge. The base of Australian sandalwood, vanilla, patchouli, amber, leather and musk turns it woody, sweet and faintly smoky, with animal and earthy touches in the background. Its profile is close to Fragonard Rêve Indien and Molinard Chypre d'Orient.

Eden

8.3

FreeShape · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

FreeShape Eden is a unisex scent that opens with citrus and fruit freshness and settles into a powdery, creamy sweetness. The top is led by orange, bergamot and berries, with exotic fruits rounding out the bright opening. The heart builds a floral layer of violet, jasmine and Bulgarian rose. In the base, musk, sandalwood, vanilla and amber soften the scent and set the sweetness on a creamy ground. Its longevity is rated strong, though the small number of votes means this is not a firm verdict. It suits men and women alike who want a fresh start that ends sweet. Lattafa Ana Abiyedh and Xerjoff Accento have a close profile.

Pear Jam

7.2

Nette · 2024

Fruity

Nette Pear Jam is a soft, sweet, fruit-led unisex fragrance, and the fruity accord carries it from start to finish. Nashi pear, white peach and raspberry build the fruit side, while Burgundy blackcurrant adds a slightly sharp edge to the sweetness. Rose water, Bulgarian rose and jasmine sambac bring a gentle floral softness, and vanilla leaves everything warm and rounded. The notes read as one whole rather than separate layers, with patchouli and Akigalawood® staying in the background and giving the fruit a light woody depth.

Without Words

7.1

Anna Zworykina

Fresh · Floral · Green

Anna Zworykina Without Words is a unisex fragrance that sets fresh, green florals and sweetness against an earthy, smoky ground. Jasmine, rose otto and Bulgarian rose form the floral core, while green pepper, black pepper and cardamom add a spicy edge. Absinth and davana pull the scent towards a green, slightly bitter side, and vanilla with bitter almond carries the sweetness. Patchouli, vetiver and labdanum give it a woody, resinous, smoky depth, with a faintly synthetic touch among the accords. Lalique Hommage à l'Homme Voyageur and Mark Buxton Perfumes Wood and Absinth have a close profile.

Aqua Oud

7.1

Karakash

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Karakash Aqua Oud is a unisex fragrance where citrus and spice sit on a woody, earthy base, with a floral touch. It opens with cypress leaf, bergamot, saffron and cardamom, so the citrus brightness is kept in check by spice. In the heart, Bulgarian rose and jasmine add a soft floral note, while grapefruit and nutmeg bring freshness and warmth to the transition. The base of oud, leather, cedar and sandalwood sets the woody, earthy character, and tonka bean and amber sweeten and soften it. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though with few votes these ratings are tentative. It suits men and women alike, leaning neither clearly masculine nor feminine.

Rosa Ataraxis II

9.3

Hunayn · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hunayn Rosa Ataraxis II is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around several kinds of rose; it has been discontinued. Rose sits at the centre, with Omani, Bulgarian, Japanese and Indian roses side by side. Sudachi and shiikuwasha bring a citrus lift, while hinoki cypress adds a green, woody edge. Honey absolute, saffron and cocoa absolute give it an oriental warmth, and Mysore sandalwood and white ambergris soften the whole. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Hunayn Rosa Ataraxis 2.1 and Hunayn Rosa Ataraxis have a close profile.