The Perfume Library

Dahn Al Oudh Qadeem / دهن العود قديم

9.2

Ajmal · 2022

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Ajmal Dahn Al Oudh Qadeem / دهن العود قديم is a spicy, smoky and leathery oud scent, unisex in character, with a woody, resinous backbone. It opens with citrus and fruity notes, then leathery and musky notes come forward. The base holds Indian oud, sandalwood and vanilla; oriental, earthy and animal accords give it a heavy, warm feel, while the vanilla softens that edge slightly. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong. Most voters lean towards winter and fall, though spring is a close third. It suits anyone after a dense, intense fragrance, regardless of gender.

Open Gold

8.2

Roger & Gallet

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Roger & Gallet Open Gold is a woody men's fragrance where leather and spicy notes are lightened by citrus and aromatic notes; it has been discontinued. The scent is built on spicy notes and leather. Citrus notes and aromatic notes brighten that firm character, while woody notes give it a calm backdrop. Citrus and green lead the accords, with sweet, powdery and resinous sides plus an earthy, leathery tone alongside. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer trailing behind. It leans towards evenings and leisure wear, and most voters read it as masculine and classic. Junaid Perfumes Tiyoob and Le Blanc Vetiver have a close profile.

MaxMara

7.7

MaxMara · 2004

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

MaxMara by MaxMara, released in 2004, is a feminine perfume that layers a sweet, gourmand warmth over citrus and florals; it has been discontinued. It opens with citrus notes and ginger, fresh with a light spiciness. The heart of magnolia, orchid and lily forms a floral core, and sugar cane in the base sweetens the whole. Fruity and woody touches stay in the background. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear and the office; just over half of voters find it feminine. Widian Ginger and Acqua di Portofino Donna have a close profile.

Beaver (2014)

5.7

Zoologist · 2014

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Zoologist Beaver is a unisex scent that lays an animalic, smoky, leathery streak over a fresh, green opening; it has been discontinued. The top is light and open, with air accord, linden blossom and citrus notes. In the heart, castoreum, vanilla, coppice, iris and smoke lead, and the scent turns earthy and animalic. In the base, amber, cedar and musk form a woody, softer floor. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and summer is barely chosen; it leans towards leisure and evenings. Voters read it as more masculine than feminine. Zoologist Beaver (2016) and Fischersund Flotholt have a close profile.

Californian Poppy (2017)

7.1

Atkinsons · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Kreuzfahrerwasser

7.3

Abtei Sankt Severin

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abtei Sankt Severin Kreuzfahrerwasser is a fresh, green and spicy men's fragrance built on thyme, basil and rosemary with citrus; it has been discontinued. Thyme, basil and rosemary lead, while citrus notes and lavender keep the herbal character bright. Damask rose and magnolia add a soft floral touch, and frankincense with Indian patchouli gives it a resinous, earthy and slightly smoky base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak. Voters spread the four seasons almost evenly and mostly pick it for leisure and daily wear. Most read it as masculine and classic. Bogner Deep Forest and Knize Knize Sec have a close profile.

Vetiver Essence

7.6

Ferrari · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ferrari Vetiver Essence is a fresh, green, citrusy fragrance for men, with spice and an earthy woodiness that keep the freshness from turning sharp; it has been discontinued. Petitgrain, red pepper and grapefruit give it a cool, slightly sharp opening. In the heart, vetiver, cardamom, iris and coffee bean come forward while citrus notes keep it bright. The base of tonka bean, hazelnut wood, cedar and patchouli settles it onto a soft, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters lean towards spring and fall, then summer, and pick daily wear, the office and leisure time. Most voters read it as masculine. Hermès Terre d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) and Tom Ford Grey Vetiver (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Urban Nomads for Men (Eau de Toilette)

5.0

Michalsky · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Michalsky Urban Nomads for Men Eau de Toilette is a men's scent that pairs the freshness of eucalyptus and citrus notes with the sweetness of chocolate and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with eucalyptus and citrus notes that read fresh and green. In the heart, spicy and floral notes, eucalyptus tree and chocolate come forward, turning the scent sweeter and more gourmand. Woody notes and vanilla remain at the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring is also well supported, and summer is rarely chosen. It leans towards the office and daily wear, and nearly half of voters find it masculine. Jacques Battini Crystal Edition - Black and Al Haramain Remember me have a close profile.

Midnight Musk & Amber

7.2

Jo Malone · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Jo Malone Midnight Musk & Amber is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral feel with a sweet, woody warmth, and it suits daytime wear across spring and fall. Amber, juniper, citrus notes and musk read together as a single blend. Citrus and juniper keep it bright, while amber and musk bring sweetness and a creamy softness. The spicy and woody tones stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate: not a skin scent, but not a room-filling one either. Voters lean slightly towards spring, though all four seasons sit close together. Daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. More voters call it feminine, but a good share see it as masculine.

Arlington (Cologne)

7.6

D. R. Harris

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zegna Forte

6.8

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Ermenegildo Zegna's Zegna Forte is a men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter evenings, opening with citrus and drying down sweet and spicy; it has been discontinued. It opens with citrus notes, grapefruit, pink pepper and ginger, fresh and spicy. In the heart, lavender, honey and white tobacco soften it and add sweetness. Tonka bean and amber leave a woody, oriental warmth at the base; overall it sits between fresh and sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits nights out and evenings best, and also works for daily wear and the office. Hugo Red and Romamor Uomo have a close profile.

Oud Sharqia (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Ard Al Zaafaran

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Ard Al Zaafaran Oud Sharqia Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent for fall and winter evenings, where floral and spicy sides meet a smoky, woody depth. Most voters pick fall and winter, and night-out and evening wear lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters lean masculine, though a fair share call it feminine, so it sits somewhere between the two. The scent runs along a floral, sweet and oriental line. Jasmine and rose carry the floral side, while citrus notes lighten it a little. Coniferous woods and musk build a woody, animal base, and the resinous and smoky accords add weight.

Jennifer Aniston (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Jennifer Aniston · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Jennifer Aniston Jennifer Aniston (Eau de Parfum) opens with citrus notes and rose, then moves into a floral heart of lily, jasmine and violet: a fresh, lightly powdery women's scent that has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall next. Daily wear, leisure and the office lead, while evening and sport trail behind. Longevity is rated weak and sillage moderate. Nearly half of voters call it feminine. Citrus and rose give it a bright start, and lily, jasmine and violet carry it into a floral, green direction. In the base, musk, amber and sandalwood leave a sweet, woody, powdery warmth. The overall feel stays fresh and citrusy. Label Lily & Tangerine and Lalique L'Amour (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Flora by Gucci Eau Fraîche

6.6

Gucci · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gucci Flora by Gucci Eau Fraîche pairs the fresh citrus of kumquat and bergamot with a floral heart of rose and osmanthus, a light scent aimed at women; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and lasts through much of the day. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Voters mostly find it feminine, followed by modern. The scent is fresh, citrusy and floral. Kumquat, citrus notes and bergamot lead at the start, while rose, osmanthus and aquatic notes soften the heart. Patchouli and sandalwood leave a light, sweetish woody base, with green and fruity touches along the way. Its profile is close to Gucci Flora by Gucci (Eau de Toilette) and Clive Christian Crab Apple Blossom.

Nantucket Briar (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Crabtree & Evelyn · 1985

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Crabtree & Evelyn Nantucket Briar Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green floral with a sweet, lightly spicy and powdery side, made for women and suited to everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer further back. Daily and leisure wear lead, while office and evening use are not far behind. Most see it as feminine, though a fair number call it classic. It has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, carnation and citrus notes for a fresh start. The heart of peony, hydrangea, jasmine and eglantine rose gives it a floral, garden feel. In the base, amber, vanilla, spices and patchouli sweeten it and settle it into something warm and slightly woody.

Russian Water

7.7

Anglia-Perfumery

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anglia-Perfumery Russian Water is a discontinued men's fragrance that pairs cinnamon and vanilla with citrus, lavender and floral notes, giving a fresh, sweet scent with a spicy edge. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it suits leisure, nights out and evenings. It is sold as a men's scent, yet a fair share of voters read it as feminine. The citrus and lavender give a fresh, slightly green first impression. Cinnamon adds spice and vanilla brings sweetness, while the floral and oriental notes lend a soft, powdery feel. Throughout, it keeps a balance between fresh and sweet.

Violet

7.2

Franck Boclet · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Franck Boclet Violet is a fresh, spicy unisex scent built around cardamom, pink pepper and violet. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters lean towards spring and fall, and daytime, business and leisure wear come up most often. It reads more masculine than feminine to most voters, though a good share call it feminine. It opens with cardamom, pink pepper, nutmeg and black pepper, brightened by citrus notes. Violet and aromatic notes give the heart a floral, green side. Peru balsam, sandalwood and woods settle it into a woody, slightly smoky base.

Superman x Hugo

7.1

Hugo Boss · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Hugo Boss Superman x Hugo is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, with aquatic and fruity touches that keep it lively and lightly sweet. Its longevity and sillage are rated as moderate: it neither clings close to the skin nor fills the room. Without season or occasion votes there is little to say about when it suits best, but it reads as masculine. It opens with citrus notes, aldehydes and berries, a bright, slightly sweet start. Mint adds coolness in the heart, while patchouli stays in the background and rounds the base with spicy and leathery tones. The overall impression remains a synthetic freshness. Rabanne Invictus Platinum and Mugler A*Men Pure Shot / Pure Energy have a close profile.

Galleria

6.8

Milano Fragranze · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Milano Fragranze Galleria is a unisex scent that sets a fruity, sweet opening on a leathery, woody and powdery base. Red fruits, citrus notes and Guatemala coffee bean lead the top, while violet leaf absolute and davana add a green, spicy edge. Leather and iris pallida sit in the heart, with sandalwood, amber and patchouli underneath, so it dries warmer, woodier and more powdery. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with leisure and evening wear leading. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads truly unisex.

Orient Extreme

5.9

Montale

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Montale Orient Extreme is a sweet, resinous and spicy unisex oriental with woody and chypre touches; it has been discontinued. As a whole, the scent rests on the warm sweetness of honey and benzoin. Sandalwood and patchouli give it a woody base, oakmoss brings the chypre side, and rose adds a soft floral note. Citrus notes lighten the heavier sweetness a little, and musk keeps everything smooth. Its longevity and sillage are rated as strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. Voters lean slightly feminine, though a good share read it as masculine, so it sits somewhere in between. Caron Pour Une Femme de Caron and Roja Parfums Amber Aoud Absolue Précieux have a close profile.

Exclusif Tabac

8.2

Maison Alhambra

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Maison Alhambra Exclusif Tabac is a sweet, smoky unisex fragrance built around tobacco, patchouli and vetiver; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. In character it reads closer to masculine. The top notes of osmanthus, ginger and citrus add some freshness, while artemisia brings a faint herbal edge. In the heart, tobacco, gaiac wood, patchouli and vetiver form a woody, smoky base that tonka bean sweetens in the dry-down. Spicy, resinous and oriental accents run alongside. Auraa Desire Homme Intensus and Pendora Scents Mysterious Tobacco have a close profile.

WhatsApp

9.9

John Phillips

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Phillips WhatsApp is a men's fragrance where citrus and floral notes sit in a fresh, aquatic frame. The top holds citrus notes, rose and floral notes; the heart brings ginger, spicy notes and more floral notes. Patchouli and musk anchor the base. A fresh, green start softens over time into a spicy, woody warmth, with a sweet, fruity side staying in the background. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong by voters. Most votes point to business, sport and nights out, and it also suits daily wear. Its profile is close to Bijan Bijan Men (Eau de Toilette) and Lattafa Musk Salama.

Adonis Icarus

8.2

Rayhaan · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rayhaan Adonis Icarus is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that sits close to everyday wear. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage good. Most voters wear it in the daytime, at leisure and for sport; some also choose it for the office, while evening use is rare. It reads masculine. Citrus notes lead, ginger adds a lively edge, and marine notes carry the coolness. A fruity, sweet side in the accords softens it, keeping it from turning dry or sharp. Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim and Maison Alhambra Azure have a close profile.

Tehani - Polynésie

6.4

FiiLiT · 2019

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

FiiLiT Tehani - Polynésie is a unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, with citrus and coconut opening into a floral, sweet, tropical mood. It opens with citrus notes and coconut, while ylang-ylang and tiaré add a soft floral heart. In the base, vanilla, patchouli and sandalwood pull it toward a creamy, gourmand and lightly woody side, with fruity and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is worn mostly for leisure and work days. It reads more feminine than masculine, though it stays unisex. Perfumes with a close profile include F•Inity No•Limit and Jean Couturier Vanilla Exotica.