The Perfume Library

Oud Nobile

8.3

Enrico Gi

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Enrico Gi Oud Nobile is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, spicy body on a woody, resinous and faintly smoky base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it comes to mind first for nights out and evenings, though it also works for leisure time. Sandalwood, benzoin and patchouli build the woody, earthy and resinous side. Vanilla sweetens it, coriander adds spice, and bergamot and bitter orange lift the heavy air a little. A powdery texture softens the whole. Technique Indiscrète Santa Subita and Dior Patchouli Impérial have a close profile.

Pompeii

7.0

Anima Mundi · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anima Mundi Pompeii is a fresh, green fougère where bright citrus and spice give way to a woody, resinous and softly sweet base. It opens with Moroccan orange, Sicilian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and lime, with cinnamon and Tunisian rosemary adding a spicy, green edge. The heart brings geranium, Egyptian jasmine, cedarwood and coriander, balancing floral and woody tones. In the base, sandalwood, amber and vanilla smooth it out and sweeten it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer, spring and fall, while winter plays a minor part. It leans towards leisure, business and everyday wear. Although it is marketed as feminine, most voters read it as masculine.

Nuit d'Issey Austral Expedition

7.0

Issey Miyake · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey Austral Expedition is a fresh, green men's fragrance that suits autumn and spring best. Citrus and green accords lead: lime and coriander give it a bright, lightly spicy feel. Vetiver and amberwood set that freshness on a woody, earthy base, while gentian adds a floral touch that softens the green. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though summer is not far behind. It is chosen mainly for leisure and business, with evening and night-out wear close behind. Creed Bois du Portugal and Laboratorio Olfattivo Esvedra have a close profile.

Britannia

7.8

Boadicea the Victorious · 2018

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Boadicea the Victorious Britannia opens with cardamom, coriander and amber notes, then moves into orange blossom and neroli for a sweet, spicy unisex scent. The top notes of cardamom and coriander give a spicy start, softened by amber notes. In the heart, orange blossom and neroli bring a citrusy floral warmth. The base is led by woody notes, leather and ambergris, leaving a powdery, resinous, leathery oriental character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and also suits leisure time. More voters read it as feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. Boadicea the Victorious Joyous and Guerlain Ambre Éternel have a close profile.

Beril

8.0

Unique'e Luxury

Citrus · Floral · Aquatic

Unique'e Luxury Beril is a unisex scent that carries a citrus and floral opening onto a spicy, woody base. Pink pepper, cardamom, mandarin orange and lemon give it a bright, fresh start. In the heart, rose and jasmine bring the floral side while cinnamon, nutmeg and thyme push the spice forward. As it dries, vetiver, patchouli, musk and amber leave a woody, resinous warmth, with sweet and aquatic touches running through it. Voters find its longevity very strong and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is only an early impression. It sits comfortably on either men or women, a full scent that leaves a trail. Armaf Hunter Intense and Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce have a close profile.

Trimaran (1986) (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Yves Rocher · 1986

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Yves Rocher Trimaran is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance; it has been discontinued, but it suits light, easy daytime and leisure wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, while evening and night-out use get fewer votes. The top is built from grapefruit, bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, which give the citrus freshness. Coriander and nutmeg in the heart add a spicy edge, with green and fruity touches alongside. Cedar and sandalwood in the base settle it onto a woody ground. Bon Parfumeur 801 Embruns Cèdre Pamplemousse and Montblanc Starwalker have a close profile.

Sweet Lime & Cedar

6.5

Jo Malone · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Sweet Lime & Cedar is a fresh, citrus-led women's fragrance suited to daytime and the office; it has been discontinued. It opens with blood orange, lime and honey pomelo, while pink pepper and passion fruit add a touch of spice and fruit to the bright start. In the heart, coriander, sage and gardenia bring a green, floral softness. Cedarwood, amber and tonka bean settle it onto a woody, lightly sweet base. Voters choose it mostly for daily wear, work and leisure. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and won't overwhelm a room. It is classed as a women's fragrance.

Camou Woman

7.4

Kappa · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Kappa Camou Woman is a fresh, citrusy floral for women, softened by a powdery, creamy and lightly sweet side. Coriander and bergamot open the scent bright and fresh. In the heart, jasmine and orange blossom bring a floral weight, while musk and vanilla in the base pull everything towards a creamy, powdery sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It reads as a feminine perfume. Prada Candy Kiss (Eau de Parfum) and Zara Sublime Epoque have a close profile.

Originals pour Homme

6.7

Adidas · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Adidas Originals pour Homme opens with cotton candy, coriander and nutmeg, a fresh, citrusy and sweet fragrance for men that has been discontinued. The top notes pair the sweetness of cotton candy with the spice of coriander and nutmeg. In the heart, citrus fruits, mint, liquorice and curaçao take over, giving it a fruity, bright feel. Vanilla, woody notes and vetiver in the base soften the sweetness and add a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it mostly for sport, leisure and daily wear, with office use close behind. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette) and Hugo Boss Boss in Motion (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Subtil pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Salvatore Ferragamo Subtil pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that opens with ginger, cardamom and mandarin orange and softens into rose, violet and patchouli. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, with voters describing a scent that stays close to the skin. The number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It has been discontinued. The top notes of ginger, cardamom and mandarin give a fresh, citrusy and spicy start, while lotus adds an aquatic touch. In the heart, coriander, violet and rose bring a gentle floral softness. Patchouli, amber and musk settle underneath as an earthy, woody, lightly sweet base, with a synthetic edge running through the accords.

Super Fragrance for Women

8.6

Aigner · 1978

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

Aigner Super Fragrance for Women is a fresh, spicy chypre for women built on coriander, lime, white blossoms and moss; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring and summer trailing behind. It sits comfortably between daily wear and a night out. The fresh accord meets a floral, spicy streak. Coriander and lime give it lift, while white blossoms soften the edges. Moss, precious woods and spicy notes add a woody, earthy, slightly smoky and animal depth, and a resinous touch warms the chypre structure.

Magnetic Man (Eau de Toilette)

4.6

Mexx · 2011

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Magnetic Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, watery men's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. The top holds kumquat, aldehydes, mugwort and rhubarb, so it opens fresh and lightly fruity. In the heart, aquatic notes, violet leaf and coriander give it a watery, slightly spicy turn. The base of musk, sandalwood and cashmere wood settles it into a soft woodiness, with a synthetic sheen running through. Most voters pick spring and summer. Daily wear, leisure and business are the settings named most often. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and stays light. It is made for men. Its profile is close to Baldessarini Cool Force Sport and Davidoff Echo (Apres Rasage).

Stereope

7.5

Giardino Benessere · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Giardino Benessere Stereope is a unisex scent that pairs the fresh citrus of mandarin, grapefruit and bergamot with the spice of cardamom and ginger. It wears at a moderate level, with moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business wear. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. It opens with Italian mandarin orange, Sicilian grapefruit and juniper berry, fresh and fruity. The heart adds a spicy, green edge through cardamom, ginger, sage and coriander. In the base, patchouli, Bourbon vanilla and oud settle it onto a woody, lightly sweet foundation.

Moonlight Path (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Bath & Body Works · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Bath & Body Works Moonlight Path Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral scent with aquatic, sweet and powdery sides, made for women and now discontinued. It wears close to the skin: longevity is moderate and sillage weak. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear. The top opens with blackcurrant, bergamot and lavender for a bright start. In the heart, florals such as ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose and tuberose take over. The base softens and sweetens with vanilla, musk and sandalwood, while vetiver and oakmoss give it a woody footing.

Rosario

7.8

Bō · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bō Rosario is a fresh, floral and lightly sweet unisex scent built around lemon, pomegranate and freesia, leaning towards spring and summer days. Rosario has moderate sillage and good longevity. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daily wear, leisure time and the office. It reads as light and airy rather than strongly masculine or feminine. The top opens with primofiore lemon, pomegranate and coriander. In the heart, freesia, Rosa centifolia and white peony add a soft floral note. The base of ambergris, frankincense and vetiver brings a gently smoky warmth.

No Matter What

6.5

Liaison de Parfum · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Liaison de Parfum No Matter What is a fresh, green floral with fruity and sweet touches, made for women and leaning towards everyday wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind and winter trailing. It is chosen most for leisure, daytime and business wear. It opens with bergamot and coriander, then softens in the heart into peach, jasmine and rose, which bring a floral, fruity sweetness. The base of vetiver, patchouli and musk sets a green, woody ground, with spicy and synthetic tones running through it. Gucci Rush and Miro Miro Femme have a close profile.

Limited 71 - 2016 Edition

8.2

Widian · 2016

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Widian Limited 71 - 2016 Edition is a resinous, woody unisex fragrance that opens with bergamot and coriander and moves into smoke, oud and ambergris; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong by most voters, though the number of votes is small. It is not tied to one gender, working equally on men and women. The top notes of bergamot, coriander and nutmeg give a spicy start. In the heart, smoke, patchouli, oud and ambergris build a smoky, woody, animal character. The base of amber, frankincense and white musk finishes it in a resinous, powdery, oriental warmth.

Apple

6.5

Marc Jacobs · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marc Jacobs Apple is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that suits leisure and daytime wear; it has been discontinued. Both its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps quiet. Most voters place it in leisure, daily and office settings, with sport a smaller share. On character, feminine gets the most votes, though many also call it modern. It opens with grapefruit, lemon and apple skin, a cool citrus start. The heart of rosemary, jasmine and magnolia adds a green, floral softness. Coriander and cardamom in the base leave a spicy trace, and the whole stays fresh, lightly sweet and a little synthetic.

Pasha Fraîcheur Menthe

8.0

Cartier · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Cartier Pasha Fraîcheur Menthe is a fresh, green, citrus-led fougère for men, and it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and see it as suited to business and leisure. It reads masculine and stays close to everyday wear. Mint and mandarin orange give it a cool first impression. Lavender, coriander and caraway add a spicy, herbal edge, while oakmoss and sandalwood set a woody base. Cartier Pasha de Cartier (Eau de Toilette) and Adidas Sport Field (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

The Spirit of Moonflower

7.0

The Body Shop · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Green

The Body Shop The Spirit of Moonflower is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that opens on melon, gardenia and coriander; it has been discontinued. The top is coriander, melon and gardenia, with the melon adding a fruity brightness. In the heart, cyclamen, linden blossom and lily of the valley form a green, powdery bouquet. Rose and jasmine carry the base, settling the scent into a sweet floral. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as weak, so it wears light. Most pick spring and summer, and it is mentioned mainly for daily, leisure and office wear. Half of voters find it feminine, and a good share call it modern. Guerlain Idylle and Marc Jacobs Daisy have a close profile.

Esprit de Candela

7.1

Simimi · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Simimi Esprit de Candela is a spicy, sweet and smoky unisex scent built around clove, saffron and vanilla. It opens with clove, saffron, bergamot and coriander in a spicy start. The heart holds amber, leather and damask rose, and the base of tonka bean, vanilla and patchouli settles it onto a sweet, resinous, woody floor. The floral and powdery sides stay restrained, with leathery and smoky touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards evening, leisure and night-out wear, with office use trailing behind. The character is warm and dense, and it suits men and women alike. Bvlgari Bvlgari Black and Floris Mahon Leather have a close profile.

Just Cavalli Him (2004)

6.3

Roberto Cavalli · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli Him is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that settles into a spicy, woody base; it has been discontinued. The top opens with cardamom, bergamot, ginger and rosemary, which read fresh, spicy and citrusy. The heart brings coriander, sage, geranium and nutmeg, and the scent turns slightly sweet with floral and fruity touches. The base leans on musk, gaiac wood, cedar and patchouli, with iris softening that woody ground. A synthetic tone runs alongside. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and feels light. Its fresh, spicy build suits everyday wear. Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Ultime and Custo Barcelona Pure Custo Barcelona Man have a close profile.

Tonka

6.3

Laboratory Perfumes · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Laboratory Perfumes Tonka is a unisex scent that pairs the sweetness of tonka bean with the woody warmth of vetiver and amber, freshened by citrus and spice. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the settings that come up most. It doesn't lean toward either gender and sits comfortably on men and women alike. It opens with bergamot and mandarin orange for citrus freshness, while pink pepper and cistus add a spicy edge. The heart holds clary sage, ylang-ylang, coriander and woods. In the base, tonka bean, vetiver, mossy notes and amber take over, and the scent settles into a sweet, woody, faintly leathery line.

Jitrois (Eau de Toilette)

8.4

Jitrois · 1987

Floral · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Jitrois Jitrois Eau de Toilette is a floral, green chypre with a leathery, animal and resinous depth, a classically built women's scent. It has been discontinued. Bergamot, green notes and coriander give a fresh, sharp opening, while aldehydes and gardenia brighten it. In the heart, jasmine, rose, iris and lily of the valley form a floral core. The base leans on moss, patchouli, leather and labdanum, with civet and castoreum adding an animal warmth. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with summer well behind, and it is worn mostly in the evening and on nights out. Voters mostly find its character feminine and classic. Jean-Charles de Castelbajac JCC No. 2 and Genny Genny have a close profile.