The Perfume Library

Art 02 - Voglie Di Mare (2014)

6.4

Profumi d'Art X Armaf · 2014

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Profumi d'Art X Armaf Art 02 - Voglie Di Mare is a fresh, aquatic and lightly spicy unisex scent built around juniper, cardamom and pink pepper; it has been discontinued. The top is made of juniper, cardamom, pink pepper, algae and fir, which reads cool, green and a little peppery. Water lily, sea daffodil and cyclamen soften the heart, and ambergris sits at the base. Overall it feels fresh and fruity, with a sweet, woody trace underneath. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick leisure first, followed by daily wear and the office. Mexx Diversity Man (Eau de Toilette) and Adidas Energy Drive have a close profile.

Action Donna

7.7

Trussardi · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Trussardi Action Donna is a fresh, green chypre for women, pairing green notes, bergamot and galbanum with a floral heart of rose, jasmine and tuberose; it has been discontinued. It opens with green notes, bergamot, hyacinth and galbanum, a sharp, green, citrusy freshness. At the heart, rose, jasmine, tuberose, iris and orange blossom build a floral core. The base of cedar, amber, oakmoss and musk settles it into a woody, resinous, earthy chypre. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter rarely chosen. Daily wear, leisure and business come first, though evening and night out also get votes. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Curve Liz Claiborne and Iceberg Iceberg have a close profile.

Estivalia

7.9

Puig · 1973

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Puig Estivalia is a fresh, citrusy floral for women that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Lemon zest and citrus fruits open it bright, while jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and cyclamen carry the floral side. Sandalwood, vetiver and musk lay a soft woody base, with green and lightly spicy touches alongside. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a low profile. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, office and leisure wear lead. Most call it feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. Penhaligon's Quercus and Sisley Eau de Sisley 2 have a close profile.

Toujours Fidèle

6.7

Fragonard · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Green

Fragonard Toujours Fidèle is a fresh, green men's fragrance with a fruity brightness and a gently sweet finish; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it leaves a light trail through the day without filling the room. The ratings rest on few votes, so treat them as a rough guide. It is positioned as a men's fragrance. It opens with green apple, bitter orange and neroli, bright and fruity. In the heart, cyclamen, rosemary and thyme add a floral, spicy greenness. The base of vanilla, cedar and tonka bean softens it and brings the sweetness.

Amalfi Lemon Vetiver

7.8

Niche 4 All · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Niche 4 All Amalfi Lemon Vetiver is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens with bergamot and buchu and settles on vetiver and Atlas cedar. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions voters pick most, with evening and night out not far behind. It reads as unisex, with no strong lean either way. The top of bergamot, buchu and African pot marigold gives a fresh, green, slightly fruity start. Violet and cyclamen in the heart add a soft floral touch. In the base, Atlas cedar and vetiver ground the scent in woody, earthy tones, while sweet and creamy shades take the edge off. Byredo Bal d'Afrique and Ex Nihilo Vétiver Moloko have a close profile.

Jacomo de Jacomo In Black

7.4

Jacomo · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Green

Jacomo de Jacomo In Black is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, spicy opening of spearmint, lemon and cardamom with a sweet, resinous base of amber, vanilla and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. It opens with spearmint and lemon for freshness, while cardamom adds a light spice. In the heart, cyclamen, lily of the valley and lavender bring a soft floral touch, and cedar builds a woody backbone. The base of amber, amberwood, vanilla, tonka bean and frankincense turns it sweet, resinous and slightly smoky. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though with few votes they are only a rough guide. The fresh opening and the sweet, oriental base balance each other, and the overall character reads masculine. Jacomo Jacomo de Jacomo Rouge and Emper Genius Victory have a close profile.

Khamis Al Uns

6.9

Nabeel

Floral · Fruity · Spicy

Nabeel Khamis Al Uns is a unisex perfume with a floral core, lifted by fruit and spice and settling into a powdery, woody depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both scores rest on a small number of votes. There aren't enough votes to say which seasons or occasions it leans towards, so only its unisex character can be stated. Some wearers rate its value for money highly. Perfumes with a close profile include Vertus Rose Prive and Vertus Rose Morocco. The top opens with saffron, plum, raspberry and coconut, while aldehydes and violet leaf add a light sparkle to that fruity start. In the heart, jasmine, iris, rose and carnation build the floral body. The base of patchouli, benzoin, cedarwood, sandalwood, white musk and vanilla leaves it sweet, woody and powdery.

Flora

5.5

Vallée Alpura · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Vallée Alpura Flora is a fresh, floral unisex scent that leans towards leisure and everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick it for leisure, business and daytime, and it also finds a place on evenings and nights out. The notes read as a single whole: bergamot and pear bring freshness and fruit, while Turkish rose absolute, peony and cyclamen build the floral frame. Patchouli, amber and musk soften it, and the accords show green, sweet and powdery sides.

Les ombres fantastiques. A.R.

7.6

d'Orsay · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

d'Orsay Les ombres fantastiques. A.R. opens with cardamom and bergamot, then softens into tonka bean, cyclamen and white musk, and works as a unisex scent. Longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level: not loud, but it leaves a noticeable trail. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards evening and daily wear. It does not read as either masculine or feminine. Cardamom and bergamot give the opening a fresh, spicy brightness. Towards the heart, tonka bean and cyclamen add a floral, creamy softness. In the base, white musk, vetiver and Virginia cedar settle into a woody, powdery ground. The overall impression is fresh, green and slightly fruity. Salvatore Ferragamo Bianco di Carrara and Van Cleef & Arpels First Edition Blanche have a close profile.

Claiborne for Men (Cologne)

7.5

Curve · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Curve Claiborne for Men (Cologne) is a fresh, green, citrusy men's fragrance that suits daily and leisure wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick it for leisure, daytime, sport and business, while evenings and nights out come last. It reads masculine. Green notes, lavender, melon, lemon and bergamot give it a bright opening. Cyclamen, juniper, jasmine and rose add a floral softness in the heart. Musk, cedar, leather and oakmoss settle into a woody, leathery, chypre base. Dior Diorella and Ralph Lauren Safari for Men have a close profile.

Al Hobb Al Abady

7.4

Rasasi

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rasasi Al Hobb Al Abady is a women's fragrance that opens with bergamot and citrus notes, settles into a floral heart of jasmine, ylang-ylang and cyclamen, and turns sweeter on a base of vanilla and musk. The opening is fresh, led by bergamot and citrus notes. The heart is floral, with rosewood, jasmine, ylang-ylang and cyclamen, and the accords add sweet, spicy and powdery sides to the fresh and citrus ones. The base of vanilla, cedarwood and musk softens everything into a woody, oriental finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Voters pick it most for daily wear, leisure and the office, with evening and night out further behind. Acqua di Portofino Borgo and Dior Dune have a close profile.

Comma (2004)

6.8

Mäurer & Wirtz · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Mäurer & Wirtz Comma is a discontinued women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with sweet, fruity and powdery touches. It opens with mulberry, bergamot and galbanum, which give a bright, slightly green start. In the heart, jasmine, heliotrope, iris and cyclamen add a soft, powdery floral feel. The base of rosewood, cedar and sandalwood builds a woody foundation, and musk and ambergris finish it with a sweet, warm trace. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall further behind and winter chosen least. Dior Grand Bal and Cacharel Promesse have a close profile.

Wild Breeze

7.2

George Gina & Lucy · 2014

Fresh · Aquatic · Sweet

George Gina & Lucy Wild Breeze is a fresh, aquatic women's fragrance with a light sweet, powdery side, suited to everyday and relaxed wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the ratings come from few votes and should be read cautiously. Most voters pick it for daily, leisure and business settings, and far fewer for evenings. A fair number also suggest it for sport. It opens with cardamom, marine notes and starfruit; cyclamen, hibiscus and tiaré add a soft floral heart. In the base, sand, musk and tonka bean sweeten the scent and leave a powdery warmth. Spicy and woody tones stay in the background.

Castitas

7.3

Memoize

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Memoize Castitas is a fresh, powdery and creamy floral built around cyclamen, gardenia and jasmine. It opens on cyclamen, gardenia, jasmine and rose, a floral bouquet that lily of the valley and ylang-ylang soften in the heart. White musk and amber leave a sweet, creamy warmth underneath. The overall feel is fresh and powdery, with the sweetness kept in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, then summer, with winter a minority choice. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also gets votes for the office and the evening. It is a unisex scent. Parfümerie Brückner Un Peu de Musc and The Merchant Of Venice White Musk have a close profile.

Inis Moonlight

6.4

Fragrances of Ireland · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Fragrances of Ireland Inis Moonlight is a fresh, feminine scent that opens with cyclamen, mandarin orange and aquatic notes, then moves into a floral-fruity heart of rose and peach; it has been discontinued. The opening feels cool and watery, with cyclamen, mandarin orange and aquatic notes. At the heart, rose, peach and jasmine add a sweet floral touch. The base of orris root, musk and sandalwood leaves it soft, powdery and gently woody. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office. Escada Loving Bouquet and ELLE L'Edition have a close profile.

L'Imperatrice Limited Edition

8.3

Dolce & Gabbana · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Dolce & Gabbana L'Imperatrice Limited Edition pairs the fruity freshness of strawberry and watermelon with a floral heart of damask rose and pink peony, and is made for women. It has been discontinued. It reads as a feminine scent, with moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters place it in daily and leisure wear, with business use next. It opens with strawberry and watermelon, a fresh, juicy and sweet start. The heart brings damask rose, cyclamen, magnolia and pink peony for a soft floral note. The base gathers woods, sandalwood and musk into a woody ground. Aquatic and fresh accords keep a light airiness throughout. Le Chameau Desert Angel Romance and Calvin Klein Eternity Summer 2015 have a close profile.

Action Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Trussardi · 1990

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Trussardi Action Uomo Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green fougère with a sweet, powdery side, made for men. Released in 1990, it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so the picture is tentative. There are no season or occasion votes to lean on. It opens green and bright with galbanum, bergamot and peppermint. In the heart, lavender, rosemary and coriander add a herbal, spicy edge. The base of musk, cedar and tonka bean softens and sweetens it. Chopard Heaven and La Perla Grigioperla have a close profile.

Captain Molyneux (1994) (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Molyneux · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Molyneux Captain Molyneux (Eau de Toilette) is a masculine fougère that sets a fresh opening of bergamot, lemon and lavender over a base of cedarwood and moss; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters place it equally in daytime, leisure and business settings, with evening chosen less often. It reads clearly masculine. It opens fresh and green with bay leaf, aldehydes and citrus. The heart adds a spicy edge through cinnamon, carnation and geranium, while clary sage and spruce deepen the woody side. The base of cedarwood, moss and tonka bean settles dry, earthy and slightly leathery. Dunhill Edition and Azzaro pour Homme share a close profile.

Casual Women

5.6

s.Oliver · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

s.Oliver Casual Women is a fresh, citrusy and fruity women's scent led by green apple and grapefruit, built for everyday wear, and it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Voters mostly choose it for daily wear and leisure, with sport and the office close behind. It opens with green apple, grapefruit and cyclamen for a crisp start. Violet, apple blossom and peony soften the heart with a gentle floral touch. Musk, plum and cedar sweeten the base slightly and settle it on a woody footing. Tom Tailor Ocean for Women and Lacoste Joy of Pink have a close profile.

Radikal Water Lily

7.3

LM Parfums · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

LM Parfums Radikal Water Lily is a fresh, citrusy and floral unisex fragrance that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and close to half of those who rated it find the staying power high. The vote count is small, so these figures are only a rough guide, but they suggest a moderate, comfortable presence. It feels better suited to warm weather and everyday wear. It opens with lemon zest, pink freesia and blackcurrant, giving a bright, slightly fruity and green first impression. In the heart, peony, cyclamen and jasmine bring out the floral side. Indian sandalwood and amber in the base soften it and set the fresh character on a warm footing. A synthetic accord runs through it.

Rockford (1985) (Eau de Toilette)

8.6

Atkinsons · 1985

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Atkinsons Rockford is a classic masculine fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a woody, spicy body; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards winter, autumn and spring in equal measure, with summer a little behind. It suits evenings and daily wear most, and also works for leisure and the office. It reads as masculine. It opens with lemon, bergamot, lavender and basil, a green and bright start. In the heart, sandalwood, cedarwood and vetiver build a woody base, while carnation, cyclamen and mace add floral and spicy touches. In the base, musk, amber, tonka bean and moss carry it into a resinous, earthy and slightly leathery warmth.

Eau de Source

6.4

Chabaud · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Chabaud Eau de Source is a fresh, floral and aquatic unisex scent with a green streak. The top opens with the coolness of mint, geranium and grapefruit. In the heart, cyclamen, rose, lily of the valley and jasmine make a floral garden, while algae absolute strengthens the aquatic tone. Cedar and white musk in the base soften it into a clean, dry finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the vote count is small, so treat these as a rough guide. Its light, airy build and unisex character keep it close to easy everyday wear. Calgon Morning Glory and Maison Margiela Sailing Day have a close profile.

Diesel Green Masculine (Eau de Toilette)

4.6

Diesel · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Diesel Green Masculine Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and citrusy men's scent that has been discontinued. Fir and green notes open it with a crisp greenness. In the heart, mandarin orange, ginger, iris, jasmine and rose blend together, and the floral and fruity side is balanced by an aquatic, slightly synthetic air. Cedar, amber and musk leave a sweet, soft base. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, though the sample is small, so these ratings are not conclusive. It reads masculine, and its light, fresh build suits casual daily wear. Calvin Klein CK One and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Paradiso Inferno Blue

6.3

Benetton · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Benetton Paradiso Inferno Blue is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that pairs citrus and marine notes with a sweet, fruity touch and a woody base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so those impressions are tentative. It is sold as a men's fragrance, and its fresh build suits easy everyday wear. It opens with lemon, geranium and marine notes. In the heart, cyclamen, jasmine, nutmeg and nuts add a soft sweetness. The base settles into vetiver, sandalwood, cedarwood and musk on a woody footing. Jaguar Classic Black and Police Exotic Jungle for Man have a close profile.