The Perfume Library

Regal White

7.5

Zara · 2023

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Zara Regal White is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Fig and coconut water give it a fruity, lightly sweet and creamy feel, while chestnut deepens that softness. Vetiver adds a green streak, and ambroxan leaves a clean, synthetic texture. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and work come up most often. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters find it masculine, though some also read a feminine side in it. It has a close profile to Davidoff Cool Water Intense and Victoria's Secret Nude Coconut Fig.

Japanese Whiskey

7.5

d'Annam · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

d'Annam Japanese Whiskey is a sweet, woody, gourmand unisex scent built around mizunara oak, whisky and barley malt. Whisky and barley malt set a warm, lightly smoky base, while mizunara oak and sandalwood add woody depth. Chestnut softens the gourmand side, and clary sage keeps the spicy, resinous mood in balance. The overall impression is sweet, creamy and oriental. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, so it makes itself known without overwhelming. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, with a warm, dense character. Its value for money is rated more modestly.

Inekas Luna / انعكاس

8.5

Zimaya

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zimaya Inekas Luna is a men's fragrance that opens with bright orange and bergamot, then moves into a sweet, powdery, gourmand warmth of chestnut, iris and leather. Longevity and sillage both rate as good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring comes well behind, and summer is rarely chosen. It leans towards leisure, night out and evening wear, and also suits business and daily use. It reads masculine. The top pairs orange with bergamot, while orange blossom, iris and chestnut give the heart a sweet, creamy softness. Woody notes, leather and amber weigh in at the base. Overall it is sweet, spicy and oriental, with a powdery, leathery trace underneath.

Wood and Cognac

8.0

The Dua Brand

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

The Dua Brand Wood and Cognac is a sweet, woody men's scent that suits fall and winter evenings. It is rated strong in longevity and good in sillage. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening, night out and leisure are the most common occasions. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Cognac and sandalwood lead, while cocoa and chestnut add a sweet, gourmand warmth. Tonka bean softens it, and geranium and oud bring a spicy, smoky, earthy depth. Resinous and animal touches make it heavier. Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum) and Tom Ford Tobacco Oud Intense have a close profile.

Brunello Cucinelli pour Femme

8.1

Brunello Cucinelli · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Brunello Cucinelli pour Femme pairs a bright opening of pink pepper, mandarin orange and bergamot with the dry woodiness of cedar and vetiver, making a fresh, green women's fragrance. The top holds pink pepper, chestnut, mandarin orange, orange blossom and bergamot, with citrus and spice leading and the floral side kept in the background. Virginia cedar, Atlas cedar and vetiver form a woody heart, and musk, Ambrox Super and frankincense soften the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. In character votes, feminine leads, with modern second. Eau de Givenchy and Jacques Fath Green Water have a close profile.

Mirage Daydream

6.9

Oriflame · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Oriflame Mirage Daydream is a floral, sweet women's fragrance built around chestnut, vanilla and cocoa; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and leaves a quiet trail. Most voters pick fall and winter, with leisure and daily wear leading the occasions. It mostly reads as feminine. The top holds chestnut and cream; in the heart, lily, jasmine sambac and vanilla build a floral sweetness. The base brings Peru balsam, cocoa and cedar. The overall feel is gourmand, powdery and creamy, with spicy and woody touches in the background. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! and Gritti Une Nuit share a close profile.

New Bond St.

7.3

Bond No. 9 · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Bond No. 9 New Bond St. is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent with a woody, spicy depth, best suited to fall and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, while very few choose summer. Evening and night out lead the occasions, though it also works for leisure. Voters split between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably in between. It opens with bergamot, pepper and lily of the valley. Ivory Coast cocoa absolute, coffee bean and chestnut at the heart give it a sweet, creamy, gourmand feel. Leatherwood, sandalwood, patchouli and vanilla then dry down into a woody, smoky warmth.

Bête Humaine

7.2

Liquides Imaginaires · 2021

Green · Sweet · Synthetic

Liquides Imaginaires Bête Humaine is a woody, resinous and spicy men's fragrance built around cumin, gaiac wood and Haitian vetiver. The spicy warmth of cumin meets the smoky woodiness of pine tar and gaiac wood. Labdanum absolute and mastic absolute add a resinous depth, while chestnut and papyrus soften the edges. Green and earthy accords run alongside the vetiver and give the scent a raw, natural feel, with sweetness kept in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasion votes. It reads masculine. Robert Piguet Bois Noir and The Merchant Of Venice Vetiver Haïti have a close profile.

Moha

7.8

Śasva · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Śasva Moha is a creamy unisex scent where coffee and caramel sweetness meet a woody, spicy base, and it suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, while summer lags far behind. Leisure and evening wear lead, and the feminine and masculine votes sit almost level, so it leans neither way. It opens with coffee, lime and chestnut, a sweet, gourmand start. In the heart, sandalwood, dry woods and jasmine add a woody depth. The base of caramel, amber, musk and vanilla softens everything into a creamy warmth. Widian Yasat and Tom Ford Noir Extreme have a close profile.

Celebrate for Her

7.5

Pepe Jeans · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Pepe Jeans Celebrate for Her is a modern women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, gourmand touch. It opens with chestnut, white pepper and popcorn, a spicy warmth next to a gourmand sweetness. The heart brings aquatic notes, whisky, everlasting flower and caviar, adding a fresh, slightly synthetic feel. The base of amber, cashmere wood, tonka bean and vanilla softens everything into a sweet, woody warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters call it feminine, and some find it modern. Votes spread almost evenly across the seasons, with spring slightly ahead, and it leans towards nights out and leisure time. Karl Kani Paradise and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Soufflot

7.4

Miller Harris · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Miller Harris Soufflot is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built on chestnut, hazelnut and honey, with tobacco and smoky resin underneath. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't point to one gender. It opens with green mandarin orange lightening the sweet warmth of chestnut and hazelnut. In the heart, cinnamon leaf, jasmine and honey add a spicy, creamy sweetness. The base of leather, tobacco, labdanum and benzoin turns woody, smoky and resinous.

Mon Amie la Rose

7.2

Les Parfums de Rosine · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Les Parfums de Rosine Mon Amie la Rose is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with Italian bergamot, white tea, pear blossom and bamboo sap, a light and slightly green freshness. In the heart, Turkish rose meets jasmine and peony, while lotus and clary sage soften the floral core. Cedar, hazelnut wood and chestnut give the base a gently sweet, woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office best. Its character is voted mostly feminine, with modern and classic readings alongside.

Bundesrepublik Deutschland

8.8

Ajwaa Perfumes · 2026

Floral · Gourmand · Spicy

Ajwaa Perfumes Bundesrepublik Deutschland is a discontinued unisex fragrance that sets floral, gourmand and spicy tones on a woody, oriental base. It opens with saffron, bergamot and cinnamon: the spice leads, and the bergamot lifts it slightly. In the heart, lavender, rose and chestnut bring a powdery, creamy softness. The base of amber, musk, pine and sandalwood carries it into a resinous, smoky, faintly leathery woodiness. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong, and most voters score them high. It suits those who want a dense, full-bodied scent that doesn't lean masculine or feminine. Its profile is close to Rasasi Khaltat Al Khasa and Ajmal Amber Wood Noir.

Reverie Aqua

8.6

Zimaya · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zimaya Reverie Aqua is a men's fragrance that links a spicy opening of cardamom, basil and cinnamon to a soft heart of vanilla and lavender. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good, so it leaves a noticeable trail around the wearer. There are no season or occasion votes to go on, but it is positioned as a men's scent. The accords gather around fresh, sweet and spicy, with floral, woody and oriental shades alongside. Cardamom, basil and cinnamon lead at the start, then vanilla, lavender and chestnut soften the scent. In the base, vetiver, labdanum, musk and amber set down a warm, woody floor. Birkholz Amber Intense and Penhaligon's Lavandula have a close profile.

Castagna

7.3

Tuttotondo · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Tuttotondo Castagna is a unisex scent built around chestnut and maple syrup, leaning sweet and gourmand. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring has a fair share too. It is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, with evening and business use close behind. More voters read it as feminine, but a fair number find it masculine. It opens with iris and bergamot. The heart pairs chestnut and maple syrup with clove and heliotrope. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean and musk add a creamy softness, while vetiver, sandalwood and gaiac wood give it a woody footing. The accords add floral, spicy and powdery touches. Profumo di Firenze Fior di Pane and LR Hawaii have a close profile.

This Is Her! Art 4 All

7.8

Zadig & Voltaire · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! Art 4 All is a sweet floral perfume for women, built around jasmine, mango and vanilla, with a fresh, fruity edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, though fall works too. It leans towards daily and leisure wear, and it also suits the office. It reads clearly feminine. Taken as a whole, jasmine and frangipani give the floral side, while mango adds a fruity freshness. Sandalwood and chestnut set a woody base, and vanilla pulls it towards a powdery, creamy sweetness. Roberto Cavalli Exotica and Zara Solar Mango have a close profile.

Octubre

7.8

Bravanariz

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bravanariz Octubre is a unisex scent led by juniper, tangerine and pine, with a fresh, citrusy side. Voters pick Octubre mostly for daily wear, the office and leisure time, with some leaning towards evenings too. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close rather than filling the room. As a whole it reads green, woody and lightly resinous. Tangerine and lemon vervain bring brightness, while juniper and pine add a cool edge. Chestnut, oak, moss and lichen give it a damp, smoky forest-floor depth, and a spicy touch sits quietly behind, alongside pomegranate.

Les Plaisirs Nature - Marron de Noël / Christmas Chestnut

7.0

Yves Rocher · 2009

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

This Is Her! Unchained

7.2

Zadig & Voltaire · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! Unchained is a fresh, floral women's fragrance whose fruity, sweet side softens an otherwise bright frame. Cherry, mandarin orange and pink pepper keep the opening lively and fruity. In the heart, neroli, chestnut and violet turn floral and lightly powdery, while musk, sandalwood and benzoin leave a creamy, woody warmth underneath. The gourmand and sweet tones run through the whole wear. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear, leisure and work, with night outs and evenings trailing behind. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! and Burberry Her (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Zenith Santal

8.2

French Avenue

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

French Avenue Zenith Santal is a unisex fragrance with a sweet, gourmand character, where spice and wood come through clearly. Saffron opens at the top, and chestnut and lavender follow in the heart. Sandalwood, vanilla and cedarwood sit in the base. The creamy and resinous accords soften the sweetness, while the woody side keeps the scent balanced. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, with most voters scoring both high. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably on both men and women, leaving a warm, dense trail. Maison Alhambra Your Touch Santal and Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani - Stronger With You Sandalwood have a close profile.

King

8.3

Armaf · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Armaf King is a fruity, sweet men's fragrance led by mirabelle plum and sandalwood. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters score them high. The number of votes is small, so this is a rough guide rather than a firm verdict. It reads as a masculine scent, and its sweet, gourmand build leaves a full, dense trail. It opens with mirabelle plum and fruity notes. In the heart, chestnut, gourmand and spicy notes soften it into a creamy sweetness. The base of sandalwood, amber, balsamic and powdery notes sets a woody, resinous ground. Cartier Pasha de Cartier Parfum and Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Honey Santal have a close profile.

Oudelight

8.0

The Merchant Of Venice · 2015

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

The Merchant Of Venice Oudelight is a unisex scent that sets a spicy opening of cinnamon leaf, saffron and nutmeg over a sweet, woody base of vanilla and gaiac wood; it has been discontinued. Cinnamon leaf, saffron and nutmeg lead with spice. In the heart, chestnut, heliotrope and frankincense soften that edge into a creamy, resinous sweetness. Vetiver, vanilla and gaiac wood settle underneath, with fruity and gourmand tones and a faint smoky, oriental trail. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards night out and evening wear. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Votes tilt feminine, though a fair share call it masculine, so it reads as unisex.

Corium

8.0

Rayhaan · 2022

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Rayhaan Corium is a spicy, woody and smoky men's fragrance, softened by a sweet oriental warmth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. With no season or occasion votes, there is nothing reliable to say about when it suits best. It opens with spices, chestnut and elemi resin, and moves into Provençal lavender and sage at the heart. The base brings oud, vanilla, leather and gaiac wood. A fresh start gives way to a sweet, creamy and earthy feel, leaving a leathery, smoky trail.

Your Touch Santal

8.5

Maison Alhambra · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Maison Alhambra Your Touch Santal is a unisex oriental woody scent that pairs the soft, creamy sweetness of sandalwood and vanilla with a spicy touch of saffron. The saffron opening gives the scent a spicy warmth. In the heart, chestnut and lavender come forward, with floral and gourmand tones softening the sweetness. The base of sandalwood, vanilla and cedarwood settles it onto a woody, creamy ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming the room. Its sweet, warm character suits cooler weather best. It sits equally comfortably on men and women.