The Perfume Library

DEV #3: The Inevitable

6.6

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes · 2012

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes DEV #3: The Inevitable is a spicy, woody and resinous unisex scent with earthy, smoky depth, suited to dark autumn and winter evenings. Its accords sit in an oriental register, with leathery and animal touches. Spikenard, cistus, black truffle, frankincense and myrrh lead the notes. The notes have no top-to-base split and read as one piece: a resinous, earthy, smoky warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. More voters call it masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Nishane Afrika-Olifant and Tauer Perfumes L'Oudh have a close profile.

Frutto della Passione

6.8

L'Erbolario · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Frutto della Passione is a fresh, fruity floral that pairs bright citrus with a sweet, softly powdery base, and it reads as a feminine scent. It opens with green mandarin orange, Sicilian bergamot and rosebud, with jasmine and ylang-ylang adding a floral glow. In the heart, passion fruit, pink grapefruit and pineapple build the fruity side, while neroli and cinnamon leaf soften it and add a light spice. It dries down into vanilla, sandalwood and white musk, sweet and powdery. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters suggest spring and summer, though autumn is not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most common settings. Nearly half of voters call it feminine.

Witchy Woo

6.9

Vyrao · 2021

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Vyrao Witchy Woo is a resinous, smoky unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Opoponax, frankincense and patchouli form its dark, resinous side, while black pepper, nutmeg and cinnamon leaf add a spicy warmth. Orris absolute and rose bring a soft, powdery floral touch, and sandalwood and cedarwood lay down a woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated as good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings, nights out and leisure time come up most often. Votes for masculine and feminine sit close together, so it reads as genuinely in between. Yves Saint Laurent Nu and Annayake Miyako have a close profile.

Ferveur

7.8

Le Galion · 2022

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Le Galion Ferveur is a unisex scent that sets a floral, spicy and resinous character on a leathery, smoky base, suited to evenings and cooler seasons. It opens with myrtle, bergamot and clary sage, and the heart builds a spicy floral bouquet of rose, iris and cinnamon leaf. Vetiver, leather, patchouli and frankincense lead the base, while vanilla and amber sweeten that woody, smoky ground a little. The overall impression is powdery, animalic and oriental. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, and most voters pick autumn and winter, mainly for evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine, yet the rose and iris keep it in between. Caron Tabac Blond and Cinnabar have a close profile.

Ambrosia

7.9

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Ambrosia is a creamy, sweet unisex floral built on blue lotus, ylang-ylang and neroli, brightened by mandarin orange and cardamom. The floral side leads: blue lotus, ylang-ylang, neroli and frangipani, lifted by citrusy mandarin orange. Tonka bean and Mysore sandalwood keep it creamy and sweet, cinnamon leaf and cardamom add a light spice, and patchouli and Atlas cedar give it an earthy, woody footing. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good. Autumn and winter lead, with spring close behind, and it leans towards leisure, night-out and evening wear. Feminine votes run slightly ahead, though masculine votes are there too. It has been discontinued.

Monsieur Bouquet (Pure Perfume)

9.1

Henry Jacques

Floral · Green · Spicy

Pure Perfume

Henry Jacques Monsieur Bouquet (Pure Perfume) is a dark, resinous, woody and leathery chypre-fougère made for men. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, and nearly all who voted score them high, though the number of votes is small. There is no season or occasion preference to report, but the concentration suits those who do not want a light everyday scent. Pine needle and cinnamon leaf open it spicy and green. Leather, patchouli and benzoin then ground it in an earthy, resinous heart. Frankincense, musk and amber dry down at the base, with the floral accord softening the picture from the side.

Ládano

7.9

D:SOL MMXVI · 2025

Floral · Green · Sweet

D:SOL MMXVI Ládano is a unisex scent where sweet and resinous notes are roughened by animal and smoky tones, with floral and spicy sides alongside. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as fairly good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Most voters pick winter and fall, and leisure and evening wear lead. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it doesn't lean clearly to one side. It opens with cinnamon leaf, hedychium, hawthorn and celery seed, a spicy, green and floral start. The heart brings sweetness through immortelle, vanilla, honey and liquorice. In the base, civet, labdanum absolute, styrax and papyrus settle it onto a resinous, earthy, smoky ground. Parfum d'Empire Tabac Tabou has a close profile.

26 3 E Botany / 51° 23’ 19”N 1° 26’ 3”E

7.2

Dulcie / Haeckels · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dulcie / Haeckels 26 3 E Botany / 51° 23’ 19”N 1° 26’ 3”E is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent with a light, clean character that suits everyday wear. Bergamot gives the bright citrus tone, lavender pulls it toward a green, aromatic side, and cinnamon leaf adds a spicy warmth. Floral and woody accords stay in the background, while a creamy softness smooths the whole. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and business settings leading. Votes for masculine and feminine sit close together.

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.

Freedom Sport

6.2

Tommy Hilfiger · 2013

Fresh · Aquatic · Synthetic

Tommy Hilfiger Freedom Sport is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance built on coriander, green notes and clary sage; it has been discontinued. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin. It reads as masculine. It opens with coriander, green notes and clary sage for a crisp start. Cardamom, black pepper and cinnamon leaf bring spice to the heart. The base of patchouli, Nirvanolide® and vetiver leaves a woody, earthy footing, with synthetic and resinous touches in the accords. Marc Jacobs Bang and Noème Altaï have a close profile.

Jaguar for Men Oud

7.8

Jaguar

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Jaguar for Men Oud opens with bergamot and Provençal lavender, then settles into a sweet, spicy, woody base of patchouli, labdanum and vanilla, made for men. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough picture. It reads as a masculine fragrance. Bergamot and lavender give a fresh start. In the heart, jasmine, Atlas cedar, cinnamon leaf and gaiac wood build a spicy, woody body. The base brings the dryness of patchouli and papyrus, while labdanum and vanilla add sweetness and a leathery warmth.

Sailors

7.3

The Zoo · 2018

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

The Zoo Sailors is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent whose green and spicy sides sit on a woody base. Its notes read as a single whole rather than a top-to-base progression: mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit give a bright citrus feel, while kelp and violet leaf run between water and green. Clove and cinnamon leaf add a spicy warmth, and Indian sandalwood and Ambrox lay down a woody, distinctly synthetic-feeling foundation. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It suits men and women alike. For a close profile, Jaguar Pace and Nautica Life are worth a look.

Periplo

7.7

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Citrus · Green

L'Erbolario Periplo is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance, rounded out by spice and wood. It opens bright with orange, Calabrian bergamot, lemon and green mandarin orange, while basil, thyme, rosemary and lavender add a green, dry edge. In the heart, nutmeg, coriander and cinnamon leaf bring the spice forward, with jasmine softening it slightly. The base rests on gaiac wood, sandalwood, Virginia cedar and oakmoss, a woody, faintly earthy floor. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. The fresh build suits everyday wear, and it reads clearly masculine. Giorgio Armani Eau pour Homme and Dior Granville have a close profile.

Cola Oud

6.5

Aromas de Salazar · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aromas de Salazar Cola Oud is a unisex scent that opens with cinnamon leaf, bergamot and cola, then settles onto a woody base of Indian oud. The opening pairs cinnamon leaf, bergamot, grapefruit and cola, giving a fresh, lightly sweet start of citrus and spice. In the heart, jasmine sambac and pink pepper take over, and the base of Indian oud, clove and hiba wood pulls the scent towards woody, spicy and earthy ground. Animal and synthetic shades sit among the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, and it was released in 2023 and has been discontinued. Rituals Nuit de L'Himalaya and Armaf Nomad have a close profile.

Blue Lotus Heka

8.1

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume · 2025

Citrus · Floral · Green

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Blue Lotus Heka is a unisex scent that sets blue lotus absolute, jasmine sambac and bergamot over a resinous, woody base. The notes read as a single whole: bergamot and cardamom brighten it, while blue lotus absolute and jasmine sambac add a soft floral side. Beneath, opoponax, benzoin and styrax bring resinous warmth, and Atlas cedar, Indian and African sandalwood and oud give it a woody, slightly smoky depth. Green and creamy accents soften the edges. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It is unisex, suiting anyone who likes resinous and woody fragrances rather than leaning to one gender.

Kerasia

7.6

Lyora · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lyora Kerasia is a floral, fruity and sweet gourmand scent made for women. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, leaving a measured trail rather than a loud one. A little over half of voters rate its staying power as high, though the number of votes is small, so the trend is not firm. No clear lean towards a season or occasion shows. It opens with almond, red fruits, cherry and heliotrope, a sweet and juicy start. The heart brings vanilla, jasmine, rose and cinnamon leaf, adding floral and spicy warmth. In the base, vetiver, amber, sandalwood and musk settle it onto a woody, powdery floor. Serge Lutens Louve and Mauboussin Star Chérie have a close profile.

Musk for Men (Eau de Toilette)

5.5

Avon · 1982

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Avon Musk for Men Eau de Toilette is a citrusy, sweet men's scent that sets musk and vanilla beneath jasmine, bergamot and lavender. It opens with jasmine, bergamot, lavender and orange blossom, a floral-citrus start. The heart adds leather, myrtle and cinnamon leaf for a spicy, leathery tone. In the base, patchouli, mugwort, vanilla and musk sweeten it and close on an animal warmth; the accords also lean synthetic and gourmand. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, though with few votes this is a rough guide. It is made for men and sits close to the skin rather than projecting. Jaguar Classic Gold and Bond No. 9 Sutton Place have a close profile.

Mata Hari

7.8

DSH Perfumes · 2010

Floral · Green · Fruity

DSH Perfumes Mata Hari is a floral, green-edged perfume for women, set on a sweet, spicy and resinous base. It opens with a fresh citrus of bergamot, neroli and orange, sharpened by green galbanum. The heart is a rich floral built from ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac, tuberose and rose, with clove and cinnamon adding spice. In the base, vanilla, sandalwood, benzoin and tobacco pull it towards a sweet, woody, resinous finish. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it leaves a warm, dense trail without filling the room, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. It is a women's fragrance that suits those who like oriental and floral styles.

Final Touch for Women

6.3

Paolo Gigli

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Paolo Gigli Final Touch for Women is a women's fragrance that pairs citrus and floral tones with a fruity, sweet and spicy body. The top opens floral and fresh with mimosa, jasmine, mint and orange blossom. The heart adds a warm, fruity spiciness through cinnamon leaf, pineapple, rum ether and clove. The base rests on vetiver, white moss, vanilla and cedarwood, giving it a woody, sweet foundation, with powdery, smoky and chypre touches along the way. Its longevity is rated good, and some voters find it strong. The gourmand and oriental sides, together with the floral and citrus top, give it a character that is both sweet and lively. Its profile is close to Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium (Eau de Parfum) and Chanel Coco Mademoiselle (Eau de Parfum).

Staccato

7.5

Miller Harris · 2024

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Miller Harris Staccato is a unisex scent that pairs a spicy, sweet character with a leathery edge. It opens with saffron, ginger and cardamom up front, while cinnamon leaf and clove sharpen the spice. In the heart, rose and jasmine sambac add a floral softness, and leather and honey both sweeten the scent and tilt it towards a leathery side. The base of tobacco, benzoin and ambergris settles into a warm, balsamic ground, with cade juniper leaving a dry, smoky trace. The fresh accord keeps the spicy sweetness from turning heavy.

Jazzab Parfum Nektar (Extrait)

7.7

soOud · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Extrait de Parfum

soOud Jazzab Parfum Nektar is a sweet, spicy Extrait de Parfum that opens with bergamot, cinnamon leaf and Provençal lavender and settles onto oud and ambergris. The top holds bergamot, cinnamon leaf and Provençal lavender, while myrrh, iris and saffron form the heart. Ambergris, oud and cedarwood sit in the base. Sweet and spicy lead the overall impression, deepened by woody, resinous, earthy and smoky tones. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It is made for men, and its dense oriental character suits cooler weather and evenings. Soo Oud Jazzab Eau Fine and Sospiro Farsa have a close profile.

Silk Dunes (2025)

9.5

Hunayn · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hunayn Silk Dunes (2025) is a unisex fragrance that opens with clove, cinnamon and black pepper, then deepens into roses, oud and leather. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. No clear season or occasion stands out, and it reads neither distinctly masculine nor feminine. The spicy accord leads: clove, cinnamon and black pepper come first, with pink pepper and nutmeg alongside. In the heart, Taif, Bulgarian and Malaysian roses meet saffron, while cade juniper adds a smoky edge. The base settles into leather, Malayan oud, Mysore sandalwood and patchouli, earthy and woody.

Majesté

9.1

Henry Jacques

Masculine · Feminine

Pure Perfume

Henry Jacques Majesté is a unisex pure perfume that pairs lavender, cinnamon leaf and leather. It opens with lavender, chamomile and pine needle, aromatic and fresh. In the heart, cinnamon leaf, sandalwood and tobacco add warmth. The base settles into vetiver, leather and oakmoss, and the accords run both masculine and feminine. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though few votes back this up, so it is only a rough guide. As a unisex scent it suits anyone. Agua de Sevilla Agua de Lavanda and Al Haramain Khalta Gold have a close profile.

Rasvika

7.0

Siam 1928 · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Siam 1928 Rasvika is a fresh, citrusy and floral unisex scent led by mandarin orange, bergamot, neroli and cardamom. It has been discontinued. The notes have no top, heart and base split, so it reads as a single piece: citrus and orange blossom brightness meets the spicy warmth of cardamom, pink pepper and cinnamon leaf. Iris and gardenia pull the floral side towards powdery and creamy, while patchouli, cashmeran, amber and white oak lay down a woody, resinous and slightly earthy floor. Green and synthetic accents give the freshness a sharper edge. There are too few votes to say how strongly it projects or how long it lasts, so the only way to know is to try it. Clive Christian XVII: Baroque - Siberian Pine and Boadicea the Victorious Pride have a close profile.