The Perfume Library

Aqua Wood

7.3

Mancera · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera Aqua Wood is a fresh, lightly sweet unisex scent that opens with citrus fruits, pear and ginger, then softens into frankincense, benzoin and amber. Citrus fruits and pear give it a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, ginger adds spice, patchouli a woody depth and Turkish rose a soft floral touch. The base of frankincense, benzoin, amber and white musk settles into a creamy, sweet footing, with an aquatic feel running through it. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters read it as masculine more often than not, though it works as a unisex scent. Khadlaj Stellar Musk and Mancera Musky Garden have a close profile.

Velvet Fantasy

7.1

Montale · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Montale Velvet Fantasy is a floral and fruity perfume with a sweet, powdery, creamy texture, classed as a women's fragrance. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for leisure and nights out. Most voters find it feminine. It opens with citrus fruits and fruits. In the heart, violet and rose bring a floral, powdery air. In the base, frankincense, amber and white musk settle it into a woody, creamy warmth. Rito Cuore d'Oud and Kenzo Flower by Kenzo (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Desire Me

6.0

Escada · 2009

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Escada Desire Me is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that opens with mandarin orange and citrus fruits, moves into a floral heart of peony, honeysuckle and orchid, and rests on chocolate, coffee and biscuit; it has been discontinued. The top is bright and fruity, led by mandarin orange and citrus fruits. Peony, honeysuckle and orchid soften it into a floral heart. At the base, mascarpone, biscuit, chocolate and coffee turn it sweet, with a powdery, slightly synthetic feel running through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it suits leisure time and evenings best. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. Escada Incredible Me and essence Like a New Love have a close profile.

Skadi

7.1

Pana Dora · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Pana Dora Skadi is a unisex fragrance that opens fresh, fruity and floral and settles into a powdery, sweet chypre. Pear, apple and citrus fruits give a crisp fruity opening, softened by hazelnut and frankincense. In the heart, saffron, osmanthus and rose bring a floral warmth while moss adds the chypre character. The base of vanilla and labdanum sweetens it and dries down powdery and soft. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It sits between masculine and feminine, with a modern feel. Parfum d'Empire Eau Suave and Keiko Mecheri Iris Pourpre have a close profile.

Vetiver

7.8

Hiram Green · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Hiram Green Vetiver is a green, earthy unisex vetiver that opens with citrus fruits and ginger and puts Java and Haitian vetiver at its centre; it has been discontinued. It begins fresh and lightly spicy, with citrus fruits and ginger. At the heart, Java vetiver and Haitian vetiver take over, giving a green, woody, earthy feel with a faint smoky edge. Ambrette seed and cedarwood keep that dry, woody character going in the base, rounding it off softly. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it wears calmly and close. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Though unisex, more votes read it as masculine. Dior Vétiver and Heeley Vetiver Veritas have a close profile.

Infusion de Vétiver (2015)

7.8

Prada · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prada Infusion de Vétiver (2015) is a fresh, green unisex scent that opens with Italian bergamot and citrus fruits and dries down to Haitian vetiver and musk. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and few pick winter. Daily wear, the office and leisure lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and voters tend to read it as masculine first, feminine second. The top notes of bergamot and citrus give a bright start. Cardamom and cassumunar ginger bring spice at the heart. In the base, Haitian vetiver and musk leave a woody, lightly powdery footing. It stays fresh and green throughout. Prada Infusion de Vétiver (2010) and Parfums de Marly Galloway have a close profile.

Kiki (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Vero Profumo · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Vero Profumo Kiki Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that pairs a citrusy, green freshness with a sweet, powdery warmth, and it suits everyday wear in spring and autumn. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, though summer gets a fair share too. Daily and leisure wear lead, with business and evening trailing close behind. Voters tend to read it as feminine. It opens with citrus fruits and passion fruit. Lavender and geranium form the heart, adding a green, spicy edge. The base of musk, caramel and patchouli leaves a sweetness with a soft, powdery, woody finish. Halston Halston Man and Chanel Chance have a close profile.

Blossom

6.5

Jimmy Choo · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jimmy Choo Blossom is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, with citrus and fruity sweetness up front. Citrus fruits and red berries give a bright, fruity opening. In the heart, rose and sweet pea soften things into a floral shape, and sandalwood and white musk settle the scent into a calm, lightly sweet base. The accords also carry a synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so people close to you notice it but it doesn't fill a room. Most voters pick spring and summer; leisure and daily wear lead, and it works at the office too. Most votes call it feminine, with a modern character also showing. New Yorker Style Up Women and Escada Moon Sparkle have a close profile.

Artik Sea

7.3

Lorenzo Pazzaglia · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Artik Sea is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent with green and sweet touches. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with a place at the office too. Voters mostly read it as masculine and modern, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens cool with yuzu, pink grapefruit, bergamot and aquatic notes. Jasmine, violet and marine notes shape the heart. In the base, ambergris, musk, salt and patchouli turn it sweeter and woodier. Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sex Sea and Parfums de Marly Percival have a close profile.

Vol d'Hirondelle

7.1

LM Parfums · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

LM Parfums Vol d'Hirondelle is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. The top is bright with bergamot, lemon, mandarin orange and Paraguayan petigrain, while davana and rosewood add a fruity, green edge. Jasmine and rose bring a soft floral heart, with spices adding a light warmth. Musk and vetiver settle it into a woody, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is used mainly for daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters split between feminine and masculine, so it reads as truly unisex. Creed Vetiver Geranium and Truefitt & Hill 1805 (Cologne) have a close profile.

Club

5.5

Mercedes-Benz · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Mercedes-Benz Club is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance led by citrus fruits, rhubarb and cardamom. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and the office are the occasions it suits best. It reads masculine, though a good share of voters also find it modern. It opens with citrus fruits and rhubarb, fresh and lightly fruity. In the heart, juniper, aquatic notes and cardamom add spice to the watery freshness. The base of woody notes, patchouli, tonka bean and ambroxan settles it into a soft, woody finish. Fragrance One Office for Men and Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue have a close profile.

Pour l'Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Jacques Fath · 1998

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Jacques Fath Pour l'Homme Eau de Toilette is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that most voters place in autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and it also works for leisure. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic. It has been discontinued. It opens fresh with grapefruit, bergamot and mint. The heart holds rose, lavender, violet and spices, with raspberry adding a fruity sweetness. In the base, patchouli, tonka bean and amber dominate, and the floral, powdery and leathery tones give it an oriental warmth. Laura Biagiotti Roma and Franck Muller Aeternitas have a close profile.

Eau de Patou (1976)

8.2

Jean Patou · 1976

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Patou Eau de Patou is a fresh, citrusy chypre, green, floral and lightly spicy, a daytime women's scent that has since been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily and leisure wear leading and office use close behind. It reads mostly feminine, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. The top has orange and citrus fruits. In the heart, Indian cress, honeysuckle, ylang-ylang, orange blossom and pepper build a floral, lightly spicy body. The base of musk, amber, civet and oakmoss settles it into a woody chypre with an animal edge. Jasper Conran Mistress and Vivienne Westwood Libertine have a close profile.

Evil Angel 28.09

7.4

Lorenzo Pazzaglia

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Evil Angel 28.09 is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of mint, citrus and tropical fruits against the sweet warmth of vanilla and tobacco. It opens with rain accord, mint and lime, which read fresh and green. In the heart, coconut, rum, whisky and cinnamon pull it towards a gourmand, spicy side. In the base, vanilla, tobacco, cedarwood and sandalwood settle the sweetness onto a woody footing. Voters find both longevity and sillage strong. Most pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out. Masculine and modern votes are close, with a fair share for feminine, so it doesn't commit to one gender. Roja Parfums Burlington 1819 and Parfums de Marly Greenley have a close profile.

Very Valentino (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Valentino · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Valentino Very Valentino Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy floral with a fruity sweetness over a powdery, woody base, written for women in a soft, easy style; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily and business wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. Bergamot, orange, mandarin orange and blackcurrant give a bright citrus-fruit freshness at first, while magnolia and lily of the valley lead it towards the floral side. Jasmine, rose and violet carry the heart. Vanilla, musk, sandalwood and amber then close it on a powdery sweetness.

Spongebob Squarepants - Gary

9.6

Petite Beaute

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Petite Beaute Spongebob Squarepants - Gary is a unisex scent that ties a fresh, citrusy start to a sweet, woody and musky base; it has been discontinued. It opens with citrus fruits and orange blossom. In the heart, coconut water, amber and vanilla blossom soften and sweeten it. The base holds driftwood, musk and sandalwood. Among the accords, the fresh, floral and fruity sides meet spicy, resinous and slightly smoky touches. Voters rate both its longevity and sillage as very strong. Most place it for a night out, with leisure, business and evening wear following behind. For a close profile, look to Petite Beaute Spongebob Squarepants - Squidward and Guerlain Santal Royal.

Onda (Eau de Parfum)

6.6

Vero Profumo · 2010

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Vero Profumo Onda Eau de Parfum is a scent for autumn and winter evenings, classed as feminine, opening on citrus and settling into a woody, spicy base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening, leisure and nights out are the leading occasions. Most read it as feminine, though a sizeable group finds it masculine. It opens with citrus fruits, passion fruit and coriander, a fruity, sweet first impression. In the heart, ginger and honey set spice against sweetness. The base of vetiver, cedar and patchouli carries it onto an earthy, woody, slightly leathery ground, softened by musk. Calaj Metaphore and Jo Wood Organics Usiku have a close profile.

Armani Privé - A Milano

8.1

Giorgio Armani · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - A Milano is a unisex scent that opens on citron, citrus fruits and elemi resin and moves into a green heart of cypress and lavender; it has been discontinued. A fresh, citrusy start gives way to cypress and true lavender, and the scent turns green and woody. White musk and orris concrete close it with a soft, powdery base. Floral, spicy and resinous touches sit among the accords, with a faint synthetic sheen in the background. Most voters pick spring and summer. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it wears comfortably on anyone.

Homme

7.2

Marbert · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marbert Homme is a fresh, floral men's fragrance led by citrus and green tones, an easy pick for daytime, work and leisure. Citrus fruits give it a bright opening. Jasmine and rose add a soft floral heart, while vanilla and cedarwood sweeten the base and give it a woody footing. A touch of spice stays in the background. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, and fall and spring are the seasons it leans towards. Daily, leisure and business wear dominate. Nearly half of voters call it masculine, and many also find it classic. Clarins Eau Extraordinaire and Gritti Arancia Ambrata have a close profile.

Theseus

6.9

Lorenzo Villoresi · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lorenzo Villoresi Theseus is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a spicy, woody and powdery character. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. The largest share of voters reads it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. The top is bergamot, citrus fruits, black pepper, nutmeg and clary sage, with green notes keeping it bright. In the heart, jasmine, iris and cistus add a floral, resinous softness while vetiver and patchouli set the woody ground. The base of leather, tonka bean, musk and amber settles it into a warmer, powdery finish.

White Magnolia

6.6

Etro · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etro White Magnolia is a fresh, citrusy and floral unisex scent whose green, lightly powdery character leans towards spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it is noticeable through the day without filling a room. Most voters suggest spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business settings come up most often. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it masculine. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and citrus fruits for brightness, while cedarwood adds a dry woody edge. In the heart, magnolia and Christmas rose bring a soft, creamy floral note. Musk and white woods in the base settle it into a clean, powdery woodiness. Prada Infusion d'Iris and Bottega Veneta Parco Palladiano I: Magnolia have a close profile.

Un Matin au Jardin - Thé Vert

7.2

Yves Rocher · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Yves Rocher Un Matin au Jardin - Thé Vert is a fresh, green, citrusy scent aimed at women, light and clean in feel, and it has been discontinued. Green tea and citrus fruits lead, with woody notes holding them softly from behind. The aquatic and green accords give it a cool, airy character, with no sweetness or powdery weight. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it wears close to the skin and stays quiet. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads feminine. Jean-Paul Grand Fruity Fragrances - Green Tea and Avon X-Series Flash have a close profile.

The Ingénue Cousin Flora

7.0

Penhaligon's · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Penhaligon's The Ingénue Cousin Flora is a fresh, green women's scent that softens bright citrus fruits with musk and ambroxan; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. Most call it feminine, though a fair share read it as masculine. It opens on citrus fruits, fresh and green in feel. Musk sits in the heart and ambroxan in the base. Spicy, woody and powdery accords stay in the background, with a clean, synthetic touch alongside.

Acqua di Cuba

7.6

Santa Maria Novella

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Santa Maria Novella Acqua di Cuba is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus against the warm, sweet smokiness of spices, tobacco and honey; it has been discontinued. Citrus fruits and cardamom come first, then spices, tobacco and honey in the heart build a sweet, smoky warmth. In the base, dry woods, clary sage and sweet notes settle it onto a woody, resinous footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is close behind, and it suits leisure time and evenings. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, but its unisex character is clear. Xerjoff Don and Jacques Zolty Cubata have a close profile.