The Perfume Library

Harem Rose

7.8

Fort & Manlé · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Fort & Manlé Harem Rose wraps Damask rose in vanilla, benzoin and amber, a sweet, resinous rose that suits both men and women. Damask rose sits at the centre, surrounded by the creamy sweetness of benzoin and vanilla. Amber and woods build a warm, oriental base, while vetiver and musk keep it dry and soft, and the cashmere note smooths the surface. Beside the floral character there is a light spiciness. Most voters find both the longevity and the sillage good. Autumn and winter lead, with spring close behind, and night out and evening are the most suggested occasions. Votes lean somewhat feminine, yet it reads comfortably on anyone. Those after a close profile may also look at V Canto Kashimire and Kemi Solis.

Tobacco 01

8.1

Swiss Arabian · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Swiss Arabian Tobacco 01 is a sweet, smoky unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings, with a fruity, gourmand warmth. It opens with plum, apple and pink pepper; liquorice and cumin give that fruity start a spicy edge. The heart is built around amber, patchouli and labdanum. In the base, tobacco, vanilla and honey sweeten things, while sandalwood, musk and cashmere soften it into a creamy bed. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is chosen most for nights out and evenings. Voters read it as masculine more often than not, though modern and feminine votes are also there. Its profile is close to Kerosene Fields of Rubus and Parfums de Marly Carlisle.

Verde Respiro

6.6

Giardini di Toscana · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giardini di Toscana Verde Respiro is a fresh, green unisex scent that pairs citrus and fruity sweetness with a lavender heart. It opens with blackberry and bergamot, where citrus freshness is softened by a fruity sweetness. The heart of cashmere, clary sage and lavender turns greener and more floral. The base of vanilla, iris, patchouli, oakmoss and ambergris settles into a woody, lightly spicy ground. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. On character, masculine leads, with feminine close behind. Naughton & Wilson Gravitas and Rasasi Al Wisam Day have a close profile.

Arabian Knight Silver

8.3

Arabian Oud

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Arabian Oud Arabian Knight Silver is a men's scent that opens fresh and settles into a sweet, woody, creamy base, leaning towards everyday wear. It begins with bergamot and geranium, then softens through amber, sandalwood and cashmere in the heart. Vanilla, patchouli and musk form the base; the fresh side recedes while sweet, spicy and oriental tones take over, with a slightly synthetic sheen alongside. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, with fewer choosing winter. It suits daytime, office and leisure best, with some night-out use. Most voters call it masculine. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Us! and Rasasi Daarej pour Homme have a close profile.

Ave María

7.9

Bō · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Bō Ave María is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, pairing an aquatic brightness with fruity sweetness and a creamy softness. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it sits most comfortably in daily wear and leisure time. Over half of voters read it as feminine, though it can be worn as a unisex scent. It opens with cashmere, gardenia and Indonesian jasmine, which set a soft floral tone. In the heart, the rain accord, pear and African neroli cool it down and add a fruity sweetness. The base of merlot, nappa leather and oak wood gives that lightness a little depth. Its profile is close to twentysecondofmay Sunbeds & Daydreams and Bō La Mar (Parfum).

Sweet

7.1

Ellis Brooklyn · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ellis Brooklyn Sweet is a sweet, powdery floral-fruity scent built around bergamot, pear and violet, leaning towards leisure and everyday wear. It opens with bergamot and pear for freshness, softened by ambrette. In the heart, violet, heliotrope and orris root lay down a powdery floral veil. The base moves into a gourmand, creamy sweetness with marshmallow and white amber, with cashmere smoothing it out. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is the least chosen season. It suits leisure and daily wear best, and reads as feminine and modern. Dolce & Gabbana The Only One (Eau de Parfum) and Liis Studied have a close profile.

Alloro

8.0

M8 Moods · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

M8 Moods Alloro is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter days. It opens with cinnamon and clove, which give a spicy warmth. In the heart, cedar, caramel, cashmere and wood build a woody, creamy base. At the bottom, vanilla, ambergris, patchouli and white musk soften it into a powdery, gourmand sweetness. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind. It leans towards evenings and leisure time. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters most often call it feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. Réminiscence Vanille Santal and Réminiscence Tonka have a close profile.

Dubbi

7.8

Azya · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Azya Dubbi is a unisex fragrance that ties a fresh, floral opening to a sweet, spicy and woody base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer the least chosen. It leans towards leisure time and evenings out. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, though the feminine share is not small. It opens fresh with green apple, orange and neroli. The heart brings iris, magnolia and peony for a soft floral feel, while sage and eucalyptus cool it down. In the base, vanilla, amber, musk and oud settle into a sweet, creamy and woody warmth.

Secrets of Love - Passion

7.2

M. Micallef · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

M. Micallef Secrets of Love - Passion is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with oud, cinnamon and orange, the orange lightly brightening the spice. In the heart, caramel and cashmere soften things into a creamy, gourmand sweetness. The base of musk, patchouli, benzoin and sandalwood sets a woody, oriental foundation. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most voters pick winter and fall, with night-out and evening wear leading. Though unisex, most voters read it as feminine. Kayali Invite Only Amber | 23 and Label Maltol & Cinnamon have a close profile.

Concorde

6.4

Salle Privée · 2019

Green · Sweet · Synthetic

Salle Privée Concorde is a spicy, woody and smoky men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and very few choose summer. It leans towards leisure time and evenings out, though it can also work at the office. Most voters read it as masculine. The top opens with juniper, black pepper and pink pepper, a spicy, green start softened by whisky. In the heart, tobacco, patchouli and vetiver build an earthy, smoky body. The base of oud, leather, benzoin and cedarwood leaves a resinous, slightly sweet and leathery trail.

Captivating Memories - Warm Freedom

7.4

Zara · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zara Captivating Memories - Warm Freedom is a fresh, floral and powdery scent with a soft, everyday character, made for women. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither fills a room nor disappears quickly. Voters wear it mostly for leisure, daytime and the office, with evening and night out playing a smaller part. It leans towards autumn, spring and winter, and is suggested a little less for summer. Most voters find it feminine, and some call it modern. Magnolia, cotton and cashmere build a clean, soft base, while musk pushes it towards a creamy, powdery feel. Sandalwood adds a woody warmth, and coffee deepens the sweetness slightly. The overall impression is simple, fresh and relaxed.

Sun Men Sport

6.6

Jil Sander · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jil Sander Sun Men Sport is a fresh, citrusy men's scent opened by ginger, bergamot and cardamom, leaning towards leisure and daily wear. It starts with ginger, bergamot and cardamom, which give a spicy lift. In the heart, cyclamen and violet add a soft, lightly sweet floral touch, while cashmere, musk and Akigalawood® settle the scent onto a clean, woody base. Aquatic and fruity shades keep the overall feel airy. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It reads as masculine and modern. Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Gingembre and Jil Sander Sun Men have a close profile.

Pearl Woman

6.7

La Rive

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

La Rive Pearl Woman is a feminine scent that pairs fresh citrus with soft floral and powdery tones, leaning slightly sweet. Bergamot, lemon and blackcurrant open it bright and juicy. In the heart, lily of the valley, peach and rose bring a gentle floral and fruity softness. Musk and sandalwood settle it onto a woody, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office settings lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine.

Mono Cachemire

7.2

L'Orchestre Parfum · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

L'Orchestre Parfum Mono Cachemire is a powdery, creamy unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral lightness with a soft woody base. It lasts moderately and sits close to the skin, with weak sillage. Voters spread their picks almost evenly across the four seasons, with spring slightly ahead. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most voters read it as feminine, though a good share find it masculine. Jasmine and iris form a floral core, while pear and bergamot brighten it. Aldehydes add a faint sparkle, and cedar and ambroxan give it a woody backbone. Ambrette, musk and cashmere soften everything into a powdery, creamy warmth. Molinard Iris and M. Asam Cashmere Pearl have a close profile.

Elixir

8.1

La Rive · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

La Rive Elixir is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with a soft sweetness and a powdery finish. Aquatic notes and mandarin orange open it on a light, airy note. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine and orange blossom bring out the floral side, with a creamy softness alongside. In the base, cashmere, cedarwood and amber settle it onto a woody, sweet footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter close behind, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads feminine and modern. Câline Nuit de Musc and Clean Blonde Rose have a close profile.

Club for Her

7.7

Sergio Tacchini · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Sergio Tacchini Club for Her is a floral, sweet women's fragrance with powdery, creamy and faintly leathery shades. It has been discontinued. Jasmine sambac and orange blossom open it floral, then almond milk, iris and heliotrope in the heart turn it creamy and powdery. The base of cashmere, patchouli, suede and frankincense carries the gourmand and spicy accords into a sweet, oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen by few. Leisure, evening and night out lead the occasions. More than half of voters find it feminine.

Vert Fougère

7.3

Floris · 2019

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Floris Vert Fougère is a smoky, unisex fougère that pairs a cool green opening of grapefruit, bergamot and galbanum with a lavender and neroli heart. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, with longevity a little stronger. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, while summer sits in the background. Leisure, daily wear and evenings lead, and it also works at the office. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. It opens fresh with grapefruit and bergamot, while galbanum adds a sharp green edge. In the heart, ginger brings spice and lavender and neroli soften it. The base is led by patchouli, cedarwood, amber, cashmere and smoke, settling into an earthy, woody, slightly sweet finish. Zara Zara Winter Collection and Tom Ford Noir Anthracite have a close profile.

Eau Mega

6.7

Viktor & Rolf · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Viktor & Rolf Eau Mega is a fresh, citrusy floral that suits spring and summer days and relaxed daily wear. It has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and office wear. It reads feminine and modern. The top of pear, basil and violet leaf gives a light, green opening. In the heart, peony and jasmine sambac build the floral side, while lemon zest and aquatic notes add coolness. The base of musk, cashmere, sandalwood and cedar leaves it soft and woody. Biotherm Eau Fraîche and Pierre Bourdon Le Grand Tour have a close profile.

Pierce

7.8

French Avenue · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

French Avenue Pierce is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits daily wear and relaxed hours. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters pick it for daytime, leisure and sport, with business wear not far behind. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. It opens with bergamot, neroli and grapefruit, bright and clean. Elemi resin and geranium add a floral, green touch in the heart, and vetiver, cashmere and ambergris settle into a soft, creamy woodiness. Parfums de Marly Perseus and Creed Neroli Sauvage have a close profile.

Delapure

8.1

Birkholz · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Birkholz Delapure is a unisex scent that sets a floral, fruity opening against a sweet, gourmand and powdery texture. Rose, almond, aniseed and plum lead at the top, while freesia, cistus and liquorice in the heart bring a spicy, lightly sweet turn. The base of tobacco, vanilla, cashmere and orcanox closes it with a creamy, oriental warmth. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits evenings and nights out as readily as daily and office wear. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and the feminine and masculine votes sit close together.

1907

8.5

Boadicea the Victorious · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Boadicea the Victorious 1907 is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh citrus lift with a spicy, sweet and woody warmth. It opens with cinnamon, pink pepper, lemon and cardamom, where the citrus brightness is checked by the spice. In the heart, cashmere, violet, nutmeg and sage add a floral, creamy softness. Cedarwood, benzoin, tonka bean and amber carry the base, and it dries down sweet and oriental. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Votes spread across daily wear, leisure and evenings out. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it sits comfortably in the middle.

Mozzafiato

8.3

Naso di Raza · 2017

Green · Spicy · Woody

Naso di Raza Mozzafiato is a unisex scent that sets a green, earthy character on a smoky, leathery base, and it suits cooler seasons and evenings best. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, while summer plays a small part. Evening and leisure are the most named occasions, and business wear gets votes too. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good; voters lean towards calling it masculine, yet it reads as unisex. Oakmoss, vetiver and orris root give it a green, earthy, powdery backbone. Leather and frankincense add a smoky, resinous depth, while bergamot, petitgrain and pink pepper bring a spicy freshness. Amber and cashmere soften the whole. Wolf Brothers Wolf (Eau de Parfum) and Luigi Borrelli Vicuña Wool have a close profile.

Signature Halfeti Black Rose

8.2

Zaharoff · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Zaharoff Signature Halfeti Black Rose is a unisex scent that pairs black Halfeti rose and Turkish rose with a woody, smoky base of oud and vetiver. It opens fresh and spicy with basil, bergamot and black pepper. In the heart the roses soften against amber, musk, tonka bean, cashmere and cedarwood. The base of labdanum, vetiver, frankincense, cypriol and oud turns it earthy and smoky. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters read it as mostly masculine, though it works as a unisex scent.

Rêve de Cashmere

8.3

Van Cleef & Arpels · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Van Cleef & Arpels Rêve de Cashmere is a powdery, creamy unisex scent in which a bergamot and jasmine opening softens into a heart of heliotrope, musk and cashmere. Bergamot and jasmine come first, then heliotrope, musk and cashmere wrap around them. Patchouli and vanilla form the base, so the scent settles into a sweet, floral and woody warmth, with spicy and leathery touches staying in the background. Most voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. It leans towards fall and winter, with spring in third place. Evening is the most common occasion, though daytime and office wear also get votes. The feminine vote is slightly higher, but the masculine vote is strong too. Lalique Le Parfum and Krizia Krizia have a close profile.