The Perfume Library

The Muse

7.7

Zarkoperfume · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

Zarkoperfume The Muse is a clean, powdery unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days, and towards daily and office wear. Most voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good; they pick spring and summer most often, for daily wear and leisure. Its character leans feminine, though modern and masculine votes are well represented, so it sits comfortably on either gender. Few choose it for evenings. As a whole the scent is built from cotton, white oud and white musk. A fresh, floral air comes first, with a powdery, creamy softness behind it. A synthetic edge runs through it, and the result is not warm but airy and clean. Derek Lam 10 Crosby Silent St. (Eau de Parfum) and RP Musc Blanc have a close profile.

Softly

7.6

Jil Sander · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Jil Sander Softly is a fresh, powdery floral for women that leans towards spring and summer days. Softly sits at a moderate level for both longevity and sillage, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daytime, leisure and office wear are the most common occasions. Most see it as feminine, with a share calling it modern. The top notes are mountain magnolia, cotton and ginger, giving a fresh, clean start. In the heart, orange blossom, heliotrope and jasmine build the floral core. The base of vanilla, sandalwood and musk sweetens it and leaves a creamy, soft finish.

Queening

8.0

Mind Games · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Mind Games Queening is a feminine perfume where vanilla, coconut and apple meet in a sweet, creamy floral. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards daily and leisure wear, and many voters call it feminine and modern. The notes read as one whole: iris and cotton set a powdery, clean base, while apple and coconut add a fruity, creamy sweetness. Vanilla, rum and saffron push that sweetness towards the gourmand, and sandalwood and musk leave a soft trail behind. Lattafa Yara and O-Twist Golden Notes have a close profile.

D

6.3

Diesel · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Diesel D is a unisex scent that opens with ginger and bergamot, moves through lavender and cotton, and settles into vanilla, sitting between fresh and sweet. The top notes of ginger and bergamot give a lively, lightly spicy start. In the heart, Provençal lavender and cotton add a clean, powdery softness. The base of Bourbon vanilla and amberwood keeps it creamy, sweet and woody. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters read it as more masculine and modern, though it works as unisex. Valentino Valentino Uomo Born In Roma Intense and Prada Luna Rossa Sport have a close profile.

Warm Cotton (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

Clean · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Clean Warm Cotton Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and lightly powdery scent that suits women who like a clean-laundry feel and an easy everyday mood. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it leaves a gentle trail without disappearing quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daytime wear, with office and sport use also chosen. Most see it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. It opens with vervain and citrus notes for a bright start. The heart brings together cotton, orange blossom, floral, fruity and marine notes, giving an aquatic, slightly synthetic sense of cleanliness. Amber and musk in the base soften it and finish it with a powdery warmth. Philosophy Pure Grace and Clean Fresh Laundry have a close profile.

Ultima Storia

8.1

Thomas De Monaco · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Thomas De Monaco Ultima Storia is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy brightness with a powdery, creamy softness. Longevity and projection are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure time and nights out. On character, it reads somewhat more masculine, though a fair number of voters find it feminine. Black lemon and pear give it a bright, lightly fruity feel. Talcum, cotton and orris absolute settle that into a powdery, creamy base. Almond and coffee deepen the sweetness a little, while Morocco leather and Clearwood™ add a woody, leathery trace.

Oliver

8.0

Strangers Parfumerie · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Strangers Parfumerie Oliver is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. In the character votes masculine leads, with feminine taking a sizeable share too. Mandarin orange, bergamot and grapefruit carry the citrus, while fig, grape leaf and grass add a green, fruity feel. Oakmoss, sandalwood and vetiver lay a woody base, and pink pepper adds a light spicy touch.

Milk Orchid

7.2

Commodity · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Commodity Milk Orchid is a creamy, sweet floral with a powdery softness and a milky feel, and it is made for both men and women. The top opens with fig milk, coconut cream and almond blossom, so milk and cream tones lead at first. In the heart, vanilla orchid, cotton and magnolia add a soft, powdery floral touch. The base of macadamia milk and sandalwood keeps it woody and creamy underneath. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most pick spring, with autumn and winter following behind. It leans towards daily and leisure wear, and about half of voters read it as feminine, though many also call it modern. Ariana Grande Cloud (Eau de Parfum) and Zara Captivating Memories - Warm Freedom have a close profile.

T-Shirt

7.4

H&M · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Karl New York Mercer Street

7.1

Karl Lagerfeld · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Karl Lagerfeld Karl New York Mercer Street is a fresh men's fragrance built on citrus, green and spicy character, suited to spring and summer days and relaxed everyday wear. The top holds white pepper, rhubarb, basil and citrus notes, so it opens crisp, green and a little peppery. In the heart, blossoms and aromatic notes soften things, and the base of cotton and musky notes leaves a clean, slightly synthetic finish. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it neither dominates nor disappears quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with a modern feel. Bond No. 9 Central Park and Jaguar Performance (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

1902 - Freesia & Coton

7.0

Berdoues · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Berdoues 1902 - Freesia & Coton is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh opening of mandarin orange and bergamot with a clean floral heart of jasmine, cotton and freesia. The citrus notes give a bright, lively start. In the heart, freesia, jasmine and cotton take over, and the scent turns sweet, powdery and creamy. In the base, cashmere wood and musk keep it close to warm, clean skin. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays a soft presence around the wearer. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Voters mostly read it as feminine. Philosophy Amazing Grace and Phlur Soft Spot have a close profile.

Cotton

7.0

Marc Jacobs · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marc Jacobs Cotton is a clean, powdery women's scent built on citrus and florals; it has been discontinued, but its light character still suits spring and summer days. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mainly for work, leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with mandarin orange, orange, bergamot and white peach, which give a fresh, fruity citrus feel. Jasmine, cotton and lily of the valley bring a floral, powdery softness to the heart. Suede, white woods and musk lay a creamy, woody base underneath. Cotton and Dior Joy have a close profile.

Tokyo

7.1

Contes de Parfums · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Contes de Parfums Tokyo is a fresh, citrusy floral with a light sweetness and a touch of spice, best suited to spring and summer days. It opens with pink pepper, grapefruit and pear, which bring a spicy brightness. In the heart, cherry blossom, rose and bergamot tea give it a floral, gently sweet character. The base of white cedarwood, cotton and musk settles into a clean, soft finish. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office the most chosen settings. It is unisex, though half of voters read it as feminine. Molton Brown Delicious Rhubarb & Rose and Montale Highness Rose have a close profile.

Livre Blanc

7.5

Zara · 2023

Fresh · Synthetic · Woody

Zara Livre Blanc is a fresh, powdery fragrance with a woody touch, clean and quiet, and suited to easy daytime wear for men. White woods, cotton and musk combine into a soft scent that recalls freshly pressed laundry. The fresh accord leads, the powdery texture softens it, and the woody side stays in the background. It carries a distinctly synthetic cleanliness and keeps away from sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it reads as a light scent kept close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Evening is rarely chosen. Though it is sold as a men's fragrance, votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even.

Cotton T-Shirt

6.6

Clean · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clean Cotton T-Shirt is a fresh, lightly floral scent that pairs cotton and freesia with bright bergamot; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is used for daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Made for women, it is read by voters as both feminine and masculine. It opens with aldehydes and bergamot, giving a citrusy, aquatic freshness. In the heart, cotton, freesia and Brazilian rosewood create a green, powdery, clean-laundry impression. Vetiver, musk and amber settle it onto a soft, woody base. Yohji Yamamoto Unravel 07/14 and Zara Popeline Blanche have a close profile.

Captivating Memories - Warm Freedom

7.4

Zara · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zara Captivating Memories - Warm Freedom is a fresh, floral and powdery scent with a soft, everyday character, made for women. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither fills a room nor disappears quickly. Voters wear it mostly for leisure, daytime and the office, with evening and night out playing a smaller part. It leans towards autumn, spring and winter, and is suggested a little less for summer. Most voters find it feminine, and some call it modern. Magnolia, cotton and cashmere build a clean, soft base, while musk pushes it towards a creamy, powdery feel. Sandalwood adds a woody warmth, and coffee deepens the sweetness slightly. The overall impression is simple, fresh and relaxed.

Iris | Lily of the Valley | Cotton

6.9

Korres · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Green

Korres Iris | Lily of the Valley | Cotton is a fresh, floral women's scent with green and powdery touches, calm and made for everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business settings come up most often. Most see it as feminine. It opens with lily of the valley, then moves to iris and rose in the heart. Cotton and musk soften the base. The scent goes from a fresh, green start to a powdery, clean finish, with spicy and woody shades kept in the background. Harry Lehmann Reseda and Birkholz Iris N' Wood have a close profile.

Popeline Blanche

7.3

Zara · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Popeline Blanche is a fresh, clean-laundry style scent that suits spring and summer days. Neroli and bergamot give it a citrusy, floral brightness, while cotton and musk soften that into a powdery, just-washed feel. Green and woody touches stay in the background, and a slightly synthetic sheen runs alongside the fresh air of the whole. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It sits between masculine and feminine rather than leaning clearly to one side. Its profile is close to Zara FLWR 001/ALM and Dior Cologne Royale.

Soulmate Women (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

s.Oliver · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

s.Oliver Soulmate Women Eau de Toilette is a light, fresh floral for women that opens on mandarin orange and red berries and moves into freesia and peony. Mandarin orange and red berries lead the top. At the heart, freesia, heliotrope and peony add a soft, powdery floral touch. Tonka bean, white musk and cotton sweeten the base and leave it creamy and clean. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so the scent stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine. Câline Très Jolie and Poiray Poiray have a close profile.

Cool Cotton (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Clean · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Clean Cool Cotton Eau de Parfum is a fresh, powdery unisex scent that sets citrus and a light fruity edge against a clean floral backdrop. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. It reads slightly more feminine than masculine, though plenty of voters call it masculine too. It opens bright with lemon zest, Italian bergamot and green apple. The heart of mimosa, mint and cotton softens that freshness and adds a powdery feel. Amber, musk and peach skin settle underneath, leaving the scent warm and smooth. Tartine et Chocolat Ptisenbon and Orange Creatives Miami Surf have a close profile.

Collection Originale - Fleur de Coton / Cotton Flower

7.1

Unic

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Sunshine (Cologne)

6.8

Demeter Fragrance Library · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Imperial

7.4

Wesker · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Wesker Imperial is a unisex scent where jasmine, linden blossom and sour cherry lead, giving a floral, sweet and powdery character. It wears with strong longevity and good sillage. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is chosen most often for evenings and leisure time. It leans feminine, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. It opens with jasmine, linden blossom, sour cherry and clover, a floral and fruity sweetness. In the heart, violet, mimosa and lily of the valley add a powdery softness, while metal brings a cool synthetic edge. The base of white musk, cotton and almond dries down clean and sweet. Goutal Tenue de Soirée and Fragrance World Queen have a close profile.

The Architect of Dreams

7.3

L'Art Vévien · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

L'Art Vévien The Architect of Dreams is a unisex fragrance that pairs grapefruit and orange freshness with jasmine, ginger and vanilla, giving a citrusy yet creamy result. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters suggest spring and summer; it leans towards leisure, work and daily wear, and also suits evenings. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with grapefruit and orange, bright and citrusy. In the heart, jasmine, ginger and cotton come forward, with spicy notes adding a dry edge to the floral layer. The base of gaiac wood, benzoin, vanilla and musk settles into a sweet, resinous, woody finish.