The Perfume Library

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Pacific Chill

Louis Vuitton · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards warm weather, with most voters recommending summer and spring. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate: lighter than a room-filling fragrance, but more present than a skin scent. Leisure and daily wear come first, while sport and office use are also picked. Votes on character split between masculine and feminine without a clear winner, so it sits comfortably in between. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords dominate, softened by a green streak and a fruity sweetness. Lemon, orange and citron carry the brightness, while basil and peppermint push the green side. Fig and apricot add a light sweetness to the coolness.

Gentle Fluidity (Gold)

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Mandarino di Amalfi (Eau de Parfum)

Tom Ford · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green-tinged citrus scent led by mandarin orange, grapefruit and bergamot, and it suits men and women alike. It lasts a moderate time and projects at a moderate level, close enough to stay personal without vanishing. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and the office. More voters read it as masculine than feminine, yet it sits comfortably on either. It opens bright with mandarin orange, lemon, grapefruit and bergamot, while tarragon, basil and spearmint add a green, herbal coolness. In the heart, jasmine and orange blossom bring a soft floral note, with black pepper and coriander seed adding light spice. Vetiver, amber and musk settle underneath as a calm base.

Tuxedo (Eau de Parfum)

8.5

Yves Saint Laurent · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings, opening fresh and settling into a sweet, spicy, woody warmth. Most voters wear it in autumn and winter, with spring not far behind; summer is the least chosen season. Evenings and nights out lead the occasions. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. It leans masculine in character, though some voters call it classic or modern. It opens clean and fresh with violet leaf, bergamot and coriander seed. In the heart, black pepper, lily of the valley and rose add a soft floral touch. Bourbon vanilla, ambergris and patchouli sweeten the base and carry it into an oriental warmth.

Liquide (2022)

Liquides Imaginaires · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Liquides Imaginaires Liquide (2022) is a unisex floral-spicy scent that opens on mandarin orange and saffron, then sweetens jasmine and orange blossom with vanilla, patchouli and white musk. The top holds mandarin orange and saffron, while the heart brings together carrot seed, coriander seed, jasmine and orange blossom. Cistus, white musk, vanilla and patchouli settle in the base. It reads sweet, fruity and creamy, with the spice and oriental tones sitting behind that softness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. Night out and evening are the most chosen occasions. Voters most often call it masculine, followed by modern and feminine. Pana Dora Kropp Och Själ and Anfas Ishq have a close profile.

F by Ferragamo pour Homme Black (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2009

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme Black Eau de Toilette pairs a fresh, fruity lavender and apple opening with black pepper and coriander spice, and is made for men; it has been discontinued. Lavender and apple lead the top; black pepper, coriander seed and lavender absolute add a spicy edge in the heart. Tonka bean and labdanum sweeten the base into a powdery, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office, and it reads masculine. Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme and Zippo Fragrances The Original have a close profile.

Bohemian Lime

Goldfield & Banks · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Goldfield & Banks Bohemian Lime is a unisex scent that sets the fresh, green citrus of finger lime and Italian bergamot on a woody base. It stays citrus-led from start to finish: finger lime and bergamot give a bright, slightly fruity freshness, while coriander seed adds a spicy edge. Atlas cedar, Australian sandalwood and Haitian vetiver temper that sparkle with a dry, woody balance. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. More voters call it masculine, though it works as a unisex scent. Perfumer H Rhubarb and Caron Yuzu Man have a close profile.

Ambra Calabria

7.9

Nishane · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nishane Ambra Calabria is a fresh, citrusy unisex fragrance that sets the coolness of galbanum and green leaves against the soft warmth of amber and vanilla. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn further behind and winter chosen rarely. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. It doesn't read clearly masculine or feminine, since votes split fairly evenly between the two. Galbanum, green leaves and Calabrian bergamot lead, giving a green, citrusy opening. Coriander seed and jasmine in the heart add a touch of spice and flowers. Musk, amber and vanilla form a sweet, creamy base underneath.

Dans Paris

Celine · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Celine Dans Paris is a sweet, creamy unisex scent built on vanilla and musk, with bergamot and coriander seed adding a touch of brightness and spice. The scent stays in one piece from start to finish: vanilla and musk form a soft, powdery base, bergamot lends it a light sparkle, and coriander seed and laurel blossom turn the sweetness slightly spicy and faintly floral. The gourmand side leads, but it reads creamy rather than sugary. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick fall and winter, then spring, and leisure, daily wear and evening come up most often. Many voters find it feminine. Gentle Fluidity (Gold) and Dior Fève Délicieuse have a close profile.

360° Red for Men

7.5

Perry Ellis · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Perry Ellis 360° Red for Men is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance where lime, bergamot and orange meet a touch of spice. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and business. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and its character reads clearly masculine. It opens with citrus up front, while cinnamon, nutmeg and clove add a spicy edge. Lavender and coriander seed sit in the heart, and vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli settle it onto a woody base. The overall impression is fresh, lightly sweet and aquatic. Hugo Boss Boss in Motion and Adidas Ice Dive have a close profile.

Tomo / とも (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Annayake · 2007

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Annayake Tomo / とも Eau de Toilette is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that opens with rosemary, lavender and citrus fruits and dries down sweet on benzoin and tonka bean. The top is a fresh mix of rosemary, lavender and citrus fruits. In the heart, blond tobacco, clary sage and coriander seed add a dry, spicy edge. The base of benzoin, cistus, tonka bean and black musk softens everything into a sweet, woody, oriental finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer far behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, and also works at the office. Voters mostly find it masculine and modern. Bruno Banani Bruno Banani Man and Lattafa Asad have a close profile.

Mandarino di Amalfi Acqua

Tom Ford · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi Acqua is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days best; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and the occasions it fits are leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters are split between masculine and feminine, which makes it easy for anyone to wear. The opening is led by grapefruit, bergamot, Italian mandarin orange and tarragon, giving a fresh, green, aquatic start. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine and black pepper add a floral, lightly spiced turn. Vetiver, amber and musk soften the base. Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi (Eau de Parfum) and D'Qar Amalfi have a close profile.

Amazingreen

6.6

Comme des Garçons · 2012

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Comme des Garçons Amazingreen is a fresh, green and earthy unisex scent whose synthetic, smoky edge sets it apart from more familiar green fragrances. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter plays a small part. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. It opens with palm leaf, hazelnut and green pepper. The heart brings flintstone, coriander seed, ivy and orris root, adding a spicy, earthy feel. In the base, vetiver, gun powder, smoke and white musk settle the scent into something woody and smoky. Wonderwood and Endless Forest have a close profile.

Enchanted Forest

7.5

The Vagabond Prince · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

The Vagabond Prince Enchanted Forest is a unisex scent built on blackcurrant, rum and vetiver, with a green, floral character. It opens with rum, wine and blackcurrant leaf, giving a warm, fruity start, while pink pepper and rosemary add spice and greenery. The heart is led by vetiver, rose and carnation, softened by honeysuckle. The base of amber, benzoin, vanilla and oakmoss is resinous, earthy and lightly sweet. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure and evening wear are the most common uses. Votes for feminine and masculine character sit close together, so it reads as open to both.

Brocéliande (Extrait de Parfum)

Sora Dora · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

Sora Dora Brocéliande Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of lemon and bergamot against the sweet warmth of ginger, cinnamon and vanilla, landing somewhere between gourmand and spicy. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters suggest fall and spring, then winter, and leisure, nights out and evenings are the most named occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either. The top is lemon, lime and Italian bergamot, a bright citrus start. In the heart, ginger, cinnamon and coriander seed bring the spice, softened by iris. The base turns sweet with caramel and vanilla, while castoreum and civet add an animal, creamy depth.

Pour Homme

Grauton Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Grauton Parfums Pour Homme is a fresh chypre-fougère for men, now discontinued, that sets a bright opening of bergamot, lemon and lime against a dry, green base of lavender, cedarwood and vetiver. Citrus comes first, then the spicy edge of nutmeg, clove and coriander seed. In the heart, Provençal lavender, cedarwood and jasmine lead; the base of vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and oakmoss absolute dries down into a woody, earthy chypre. The overall impression is fresh, green and classic. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Most voters find it masculine and classic. Lacoste Original and Chanel Platinum Égoïste have a close profile.

By Night (White)

8.0

Profumi del Forte · 2009

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Profumi del Forte By Night (White) is a feminine scent that sets bright citrus against a powdery, creamy and sweet floral heart. It opens with bergamot, Sicilian lemon and petitgrain, while coriander seed and black pepper add a light spicy edge. At the heart, orange blossom, rose and jasmine absolute lead, with violet and orchid softening the florals. The base turns gourmand and sweet through vanilla, benzoin and tonka bean, with white musk and sandalwood adding a creamy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters call it feminine, and no season clearly dominates, though fall sits slightly ahead. Leisure, evening and daily wear are chosen about equally. Réminiscence Macaron d'Amour / Dragée and Quintesscent Terra have a close profile.

John Varvatos

7.5

John Varvatos · 2004

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

John Varvatos by John Varvatos is a fresh, sweet and spicy men's fragrance built around date, herbs and vanilla. It opens with date, tamarind leaf and herbs, then moves into a spicy, green heart of ajowan, clary sage and coriander seed. The base is led by vanilla, oud, amber and black leather, so the fresh, fruity start settles into a woody, leathery warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, with summer well behind. Daily wear, office and leisure are favoured equally, while evening and night out trail slightly. Most voters find its character masculine.

Patchouli Mania

6.7

Essential Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Essential Parfums Patchouli Mania is a unisex scent that links a fresh, green start to an earthy, woody depth, and it sits most comfortably on autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, then winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, though it also works for daily and office use. Most voters read it as masculine, yet it stays unisex. The top of coriander seed, green hazelnut and davana gives a fresh, spicy greenness. In the heart, tea, Clearwood™ and cocoa soften this and turn it woody. At the base, patchouli and vetiver lay down an earthy floor, while Cetalox® adds a clean, synthetic edge.

Zafferano

8.2

Acqua di Parma · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Parma Zafferano is a unisex scent that pairs fresh citrus with a floral, sweet body and a touch of spice. The opening of mandarin orange, bergamot and orange is bright and clean, with coriander seed adding a light spicy edge. At the heart, orange blossom, saffron, rose and jasmine sambac lead, before tonka bean, patchouli and vanilla settle it into a creamy, woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. Leisure, daily wear and nights out lead the occasions; voters read it as masculine more often than anything else, though a fair share call it feminine. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle (2023) (Parfum Cheveux) and Nishane Tempfluo have a close profile.

London

Tom Ford · 2013

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Tom Ford London is a spicy, woody, smoky unisex fragrance, warm and resinous with a leathery edge, best suited to evenings in the cooler months; it has been discontinued. It opens with coffee, cardamom absolute and saffron, while coriander seed and cumin deepen the spice. In the heart, jasmine absolute, cistus and frankincense soften the florals with a resinous warmth. The base settles into an earthy, smoky bed of oud, birch, cedar and musk. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and night-out and evening wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Just Jack London Eye and Prin Arsalan have a close profile.

Amber Sky

Ex Nihilo · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Ex Nihilo Amber Sky opens with coriander seed and Italian bergamot, then settles into a sweet, spicy oriental of amber, vanilla resinoid and tonka bean; it is unisex. Coriander seed and bergamot lead the top, while Egyptian geranium and nutmeg bring a spicy heart. The base is built on amber, cedarwood and sandalwood, softened and sweetened by vanilla resinoid and tonka bean. The overall feel is sweet, resinous and slightly smoky. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, though it wears comfortably as a unisex scent. Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum) and Molinard Ambre (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Sicilian Leather