The Perfume Library

Aroma Allegoria Apaisant

7.8

Guerlain · 2001

Fresh · Floral · Green

Guerlain Aroma Allegoria Apaisant is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with a green, lightly sweet character that suits daytime wear. It has been discontinued. It has moderate longevity and sillage, staying close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and business lead the occasions. Its character is mostly seen as feminine and classic. Freesia and vermouth open it, and the heart turns to ylang-ylang, mimosa, linden blossom and chamomile for a floral, garden-like feel. Vanilla in the base softens and sweetens the whole. Spicy, woody and powdery touches stay in the background. Rabanne XS pour Elle and Histoires de Parfums Vert Pivoine have a close profile.

Verveine (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Fragonard

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Fragonard Verveine Eau de Toilette is a light, fresh and green scent for summer and spring days, classed as a women's fragrance. Most voters pick summer and spring, with daily wear, leisure and the office leading the occasions. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Votes for feminine and masculine character are almost level, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. It opens with vervain and lemon, a bright citrus start. Chamomile and benzoin in the heart add a soft floral note and a little sweetness, while petitgrain carries the green freshness into the base. The overall impression is clean, airy, lightly spicy and never heavy.

Shine Rose

4.3

Heidi Klum · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Heidi Klum Shine Rose is a fresh, fruity floral for women that leans towards spring and relaxed, everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Most voters pick spring, with autumn and summer following. Leisure, daily wear and business come first among occasions, while night-time use is chosen by fewer. It opens with chamomile, rose and passion fruit; in the heart, lychee, violet and woodland strawberry carry a fruity, powdery sweetness. In the base, vanilla, cedarwood and patchouli settle that sweetness onto a woody ground. A synthetic edge also shows in the accords. Jil Sander Eve and Jil Sander Everose have a close profile.

Smalto (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Francesco Smalto · 1987

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Francesco Smalto Smalto Eau de Toilette is a men's fougère that moves from the fresh, green opening of absinth, lavender and bergamot into the sweet warmth of tonka bean and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and the votes spread evenly across daily wear, leisure, business and evening, with a clearly masculine character. Artemisia, absinth, lavender and bergamot give the top a fresh, green start. Nutmeg, chamomile, fir balsam, cedar and sandalwood build a woody, spicy, resinous heart. In the base, tonka bean, oakmoss and vanilla bring sweetness and a soft powdery finish.

dear empathy

7.2

equality.fragrances · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Green

equality.fragrances dear empathy is a unisex scent that joins the fresh green of grass, geranium and lavender to the floral softness of rose and osmanthus, settling on a woody base of cedar and sandalwood. It wears at a moderate level for both longevity and sillage. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter and summer further behind. Leisure, business and daily wear are the most common occasions. Feminine and masculine votes sit very close together, so it doesn't lean clearly either way. It opens cool and green with grass, geranium, lavender and chamomile. The heart brings elemi resin, Bulgarian rose and osmanthus for a soft floral note. The base of Atlas cedar, Indian sandalwood, amyris and labdanum adds a woody, slightly resinous ground.

Hold Me Closer

7.8

Nishane · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Green

The Scent of Banat

7.4

Wesker · 2021

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Wesker The Scent of Banat is a dark unisex scent for autumn and winter evenings, leaning on earth and leather. The top holds cistus, blackberry, frankincense and patchouli, while the heart brings oak wood, chamomile, coffee bean and tobacco flower. It dries down to castoreum, suede, soil and oakmoss. Spicy, woody and smoky accords sit on a leathery, animal base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening and leisure named most often. Most voters read it as leaning masculine, with a classic feel. Its profile is close to Tauer Perfumes L'Oudh and Le Labo Oud 27.

Accord No. 05: White Pepper

6.7

Raer Scents · 2019

Spicy · Woody · Resinous

Raer Scents Accord No. 05: White Pepper is a spicy, woody unisex scent built around Madagascan white pepper, patchouli and frankincense; it has been discontinued. Dry spice forms the backbone here: white pepper, pink pepper and clove. Patchouli, frankincense and myrrh lay a resinous, smoky floor beneath it, while tobacco and oakmoss add a leathery depth. Tangerine and bergamot lift the heavier texture a little. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring also named. It leans towards leisure and evening wear. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. PantaRei Darwish and Amouage Interlude 53 have a close profile.

Anucci Man

8.1

Anucci · 1989

Fresh · Floral · Green

Anucci Man is a chypre for men that sets a fresh, floral opening over a green, woody and powdery base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear while still working for evenings and nights out. Voters mostly find it masculine, some call it classic. Bergamot and lemon open bright, softened by jasmine and chamomile. In the heart, vetiver, patchouli and lavender build a green, aromatic backbone. The base of amber, oakmoss and musk leaves a sweet, animalic, creamy warmth. Armani Privé - Éclat de Jasmin and Floris 1976 have a close profile.

Around Midnight

7.9

Mark Buxton Perfumes · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

Mark Buxton Perfumes Around Midnight is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral start with a spicy, woody and smoky body; it has been discontinued. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters pick autumn, then winter, and it leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear. It reads equally comfortable on men and women. It opens with geranium, chamomile and pepper, with jasmine at the heart. In the base, styrax, cedarwood and patchouli take over, leaving a resinous, earthy and slightly powdery dry-down. The Merchant Of Venice Spicy (Eau de Toilette) and Gucci The Last Day of Summer have a close profile.

Black Rain

7.5

Renier Perfumes · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

Renier Perfumes Black Rain is a unisex scent that sets a fresh floral opening against dark notes of leather, patchouli and musk, and it suits fall and winter evenings best. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Fall comes first, followed by winter and spring, and leisure and evening are the most picked occasions. Voters split between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either side. Black Rain has been discontinued. Rose and chamomile open it, leading into leather, violet and jasmine at the heart, then orange blossom, patchouli, musk and ambergris at the base. The fresh, floral side rests on spicy, earthy, woody and leathery ground, while animal and resinous tones carry the polished start into a soft but dark dry-down.

Lavender

7.5

Woods of Windsor · 1974

Fresh · Floral · Green

Woods of Windsor Lavender is a unisex scent that puts a fresh, green and lightly powdery side of lavender up front. It opens with eucalyptus and mandarin orange, which bring a cool, bright citrus edge. In the heart, lavender and Provençal lavender dominate. The base of patchouli, musk, neroli and chamomile softens it into a powdery, gently sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn is not far behind. It is chosen mostly for daily wear and leisure, with business and evening less common. Harry Lehmann Lavendelblüte and Chanel Jersey have a close profile.

Nùr Parfum Nektar (Extrait)

7.8

soOud

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

soOud Nùr Parfum Nektar is an Extrait de Parfum for women that sets a sweet, gourmand core against leathery, smoky and resinous tones, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick it for evening or a night out, while leisure wear gets fewer votes. Its dense build suits crowded, cooler evenings. Apricot and lemon give a fruity sweetness, while chamomile and orris root pull it towards a powdery, floral softness. Bourbon vanilla and musk lay a creamy base, and Russian leather, frankincense, cedar and tree moss add a smoky, resinous, woody depth.

Rayon Vert

7.9

Bastille · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bastille Rayon Vert is a fresh, green unisex scent that pairs bergamot, lemon and neroli with aniseed, basil and fennel. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a calm trail through the day without feeling heavy. Masculine and feminine votes are nearly even, which puts it somewhere in between. It opens with citrus and blackcurrant bud absolute running into a spicy greenness. The heart brings caraway, chamomile and angelica, while immortelle absolute, Virginia cedar and sandalwood settle it onto a woody base. The floral side stays in the background.

The Green Carnation (Extrait de Parfum)

8.0

Friendly Fur · 2011

Floral · Green · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

Friendly Fur The Green Carnation Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent built around carnation, vetiver and cedar, with a floral, green and spicy character. It lasts well and projects moderately. Voters lean towards autumn, then spring and winter, and it suits leisure time and evenings. Most voters read it as masculine, though it wears as unisex. The top mixes carnation, vervain and grapefruit into a green, floral opening. In the heart, vetiver is joined by red pepper and clove for a spicy edge. The base of cedar, sandalwood, whisky and amber turns smoky, resinous and creamy. Alghabra Kaliningrad Mystery and Strangers Parfumerie Gheorghe have a close profile.

Hierbas de Mallorca

8.1

Hierbas de Mallorca · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau Fraîche / Eau Fraîche de Frédéric

7.7

Judith Williams · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Salon dt

7.9

Angelos Créations Olfactives · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Green

Angelos Créations Olfactives Salon dt is a fresh, floral unisex scent with green and powdery sides; it has been discontinued. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring, then autumn, and it is worn mostly for leisure, daily use and business, with night and evening close behind. Jasmine, osmanthus, mimosa and orange blossom form the floral frame, while Earl Grey tea and chamomile give it a green, clean feel. Red fruits and nutmeg add a light sweetness and spice, and sandalwood and musk leave a woody, powdery base.

afirewithin (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Strangelove NYC · 2024

Floral · Green · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Strangelove NYC afirewithin Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, smoky character with a woody, resinous backbone. Its longevity and sillage both rate as strong, and most voters score them high. It reads unisex rather than leaning masculine or feminine. Taken as a whole, the jasmine absolute and tuberose florals are balanced by sandalwood, cedarwood and cypress. Frankincense and oud add a smoky, resinous depth, while vanilla brings a creamy softness. Chamomile and apple lend a green touch that lightens the warmth.

Maserati

7.2

La Martina · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

La Martina Maserati is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of Italian bergamot, cypress and mandarin orange against a base of suede, leather and cedarwood; it has been discontinued. The top notes of bergamot, cypress and mandarin give a citrusy, green freshness. In the heart, sage, chamomile and angelica add a spicy, herbal edge. The base of suede, leather, cedarwood and vetiver settles into a smoky, leathery, woody character. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter gets the fewest votes. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Half of voters call its character masculine, and some also find it classic.

Yin

6.9

Hekate · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Green

Hekate Yin is a unisex scent that suits spring and autumn days, pairing a citrus and floral heart with a green, sweet softness. Bergamot and juniper berry give it a fresh, lightly spiced start, while jasmine, chamomile and lavender build the floral and green side. Siam benzoin, vanilla, almond and musk pull it towards a creamy, resinous, slightly animalic warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Feminine votes come first, though a good share call it masculine. Guerlain Shalimar Philtre de Parfum and Nishane Ambra Calabria have a close profile.

Daddy

7.3

D.L. Roelen · 2020

Floral · Green · Sweet

D.L. Roelen Daddy is a unisex chypre that sets floral and green tones against sweet, spicy and animalic ones. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, with summer well behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also suits evenings and the office. It opens with clary sage, mandarin orange, fennel and chamomile, a herbal, lightly green start. The heart brings lavender, jasmine, Virginia cedar and oakmoss. Patchouli, vanilla, ambergris and tobacco sweeten the base and settle it into an earthy warmth.

Viridarium

7.8

Maria Candida Gentile · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maria Candida Gentile Viridarium is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of mandarin orange, bergamot and green notes with beeswax and wild herbs. Viridarium's longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn and winter further behind. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Votes on character split closely between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. The top opens fresh and citrusy with mandarin orange, clary sage, bergamot and green notes. In the heart, beeswax, carnation, date and chamomile add a floral, lightly sweet softness. The base of elm, white fir, frankincense and cypress settles it on a woody, resinous footing.

Venice Rococo

7.6

Arquiste · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Arquiste Venice Rococo is a unisex floral built on Turkish rose water, black violet and Moroccan orange blossom absolute, with a powdery, sweet and slightly animal character. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. With no gender lean, its floral, powdery profile can sit comfortably on anyone. It opens with aldehydes, Turkish rose water, chamomile and hawthorn. The heart brings black violet, cumin, orange blossom and powdery notes, the cumin adding a spicy edge to the sweetness. In the base, civet, French jasmine absolute, Iris germanica and amber settle into a creamy, chypre-like finish.