The Perfume Library

Selperniku (Eau de Parfum)

6.2

January Scent Project · 2017

Floral · Green · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

January Scent Project Selperniku Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that suits fall and spring, setting a floral, green side against a sweet, creamy, gourmand texture; it has been discontinued. Apricot and milk pull the scent towards a sweet, creamy side, with butter deepening that softness. Chamomile and petitgrain add a floral-green air, while juniper and cypress keep the sweetness balanced with a woody edge. Cardamom and tobacco leave a spicy, dry trace. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters recommend fall, spring and winter, with summer far less favoured. It leans towards leisure and evening wear. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it sits genuinely in the middle. Its profile is close to Jo Malone Sandalwood & Spiced Apricot and Heeley Palm / Coccobello.

Côte d'Amour

6.5

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Artisan Parfumeur Côte d'Amour is a fresh, seaside-leaning unisex scent built on pink grapefruit and green mandarin orange with salt and rosemary; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits anyone who wants a light scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions it gets chosen for most. Voters lean feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. The salty, citrusy opening gives way to cypress, rose and coconut in the heart, which add a soft, floral, slightly sweet touch. The base of pine, driftwood and heather dries down green and woody.

Swiss Army Forest

6.7

Victorinox · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Victorinox Swiss Army Forest is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, spicy opening of lemon, juniper and nutmeg with the resinous, green air of pine and cypress; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, with winter chosen far less. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it also suits the office. Most voters read it as masculine. The top is lemon's brightness joined to the dry spice of juniper and nutmeg. In the heart, violet leaf, clary sage and cedarwood lay down a woody, slightly green base. At the bottom, cypress, pine and moss carry the scent into an earthy, resinous forest feel.

Cuoio Nobile

7.9

Pineider · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pineider Cuoio Nobile is a men's fragrance that joins the freshness of citrus and lavender to a smoky, woody depth of leather, tobacco and oakmoss; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known up close without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. Evenings and nights out lead, though it also works for business and leisure. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. It opens fresh, green and citrusy with galbanum, bergamot, lavender and mandarin orange. Cypress and leather take the heart. In the base, tobacco, patchouli, tonka bean and oakmoss settle it into a smoky, resinous, slightly sweet woodiness.

Flotholt

7.9

Fischersund · 2022

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Fischersund Flotholt is a unisex scent with a fresh, aquatic and green character, shaded by smoke and earth, that suits fall and spring days. The notes read as one whole: kelp, salt and citrus notes bring the coolness, while Sitka spruce and cypress draw a green, woody line. Smoke and leather balance that chill without hardening it, and musk and ambergris soften the edges. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to fall, then spring, and it is chosen most often for leisure, then evenings. It leans somewhat masculine, though many also call it modern. Fischersund No̱ 23 and Tom Ford Oud Minérale have a close profile.

Amber Gold Euphoria Men

8.4

Calvin Klein · 2018

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Calvin Klein Amber Gold Euphoria Men is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that sets amber, honey and leather on a base of vetiver and frankincense. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it sits best in the evening or on a night out. Voters read its character as masculine and classic. It opens with bergamot, cypress and thyme, then moves through sage, oregano, jasmine absolute and honey in the heart. Vetiver, leather, frankincense and amber dominate the base. The sweetness rests on a woody, resinous, earthy and smoky ground, with leathery and animal tones in the background. Amouage Interlude Man and Rasasi Dhanal Oudh Nashwah have a close profile.

White Plumage / Paradox

7.4

Francesca Dell'Oro

Fresh · Floral · Green

Francesca Dell'Oro White Plumage / Paradox is a unisex fragrance that carries the coolness of juniper, cypress and frankincense into a heart of oud, cedarwood and lily. It opens fresh and green with juniper, cypress and orange, while frankincense adds a resinous, smoky edge. In the heart, oud, cedarwood and lily join woody and floral sides, with sandalwood and neroli smoothing the transition. In the base, white musk, milk and benzoin settle it into a powdery, creamy finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, though spring and summer follow close behind. It leans towards leisure and business wear, with evening use not far off. Feminine and masculine votes are nearly even, so it sits comfortably between the two.

Pure Game (Eau de Toilette)

5.9

Adidas · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Adidas Pure Game Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, sport and relaxed daily wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with grapefruit, mandarin orange, basil and pepper, and the citrus and green accords keep it bright with a light fruity edge. In the heart, gaiac wood, cypress and lavender turn it woody and herbal. The base of frankincense, tonka bean and patchouli adds some sweetness and a faintly smoky woodiness. Most voters pick spring and summer, with sport, leisure and daily wear leading the occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits those who want a quiet scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters read it as masculine. Adidas Ice Dive and Rabanne Invictus Platinum have a close profile.

Scent Stories Vol.2/Ch.05 - Coda (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

MiN New York · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

MiN New York Scent Stories Vol.2/Ch.05 - Coda Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green opening over a spicy, woody and resinous base. Mint, cypress and eucalyptus open cool and green. In the heart, cedarwood, Ceylon tea, nutmeg and cinnamon turn it spicy and woody. The base of cistus absolute, amberwood and patchouli leaves a resinous, slightly leathery warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is chosen for evenings, nights out and leisure. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it sits between the two. Jovoy Ha Long Bay and Gucci The Last Day of Summer have a close profile.

Qi Nan

9.0

Ensar Oud

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ensar Oud Qi Nan is a unisex oud fragrance that most voters pair with autumn and winter, and with evenings and nights out; it has been discontinued. It opens cool, green and lightly fruity with cardamom, apple and cypress, while Sichuan pepper and betel pepper add spice. Beeswax, ylang-ylang and blue lotus bring a soft floral heart. The base settles into woody, resinous, earthy depth from Vietnamese, Cambodian and Chinese oud, rounded by ambergris and musk. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Voters wear it mostly in autumn and winter, in the evening and at night, though spring and summer get a fair share too. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Ensar Oud Qi Nan Ghalia and Ensar Oud Qi Nan: Nha Trang have a close profile.

Black Label Men

6.5

s.Oliver · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

s.Oliver Black Label Men is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days and everyday or office wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it sits close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. Daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions it leans towards, and it reads as masculine and modern. It opens with orange, lemon and cypress for a bright citrus start. Lavender, sage and geranium form a green, floral heart. Vetiver, cedarwood and patchouli settle into a woody base, with sweet and spicy touches in the background. Its profile is close to Karl Lagerfeld Bois de Vétiver and SEINZ. Sport (Eau de Toilette).

Mulberry Fig

8.3

Floris · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Floris Mulberry Fig opens with fig, cardamom and violet leaf, making for a fresh, green unisex scent. Mulberry Fig has moderate sillage and good longevity. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Votes for masculine and feminine are level, so it leans neither way. It opens on fig, cardamom and violet leaf, with a green, fruity freshness. The heart holds vetiver, iris, cypress and coconut: the iris adds a powdery softness and the coconut a creamy one. The base of amber, cedarwood, sandalwood and amyris dries down woody and lightly sweet. Adamo Clifton and Phlur Father Figure have a close profile.

Sombre Negra (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Yosh · 2010

Green · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Yosh Sombre Negra Eau de Parfum is a green, spicy and smoky woody scent led by black pepper, clove and frankincense; it is discontinued and described as unisex. Sombre Negra wears with strong longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening and night out the leading occasions. It reads more masculine than feminine. It opens with a dry spice of clove, cypress, black pepper and pink pepper. The heart of juniper, iris and cumin keeps it green and earthy. The base settles into a resinous, smoky and leathery woodiness of frankincense, cedarwood, patchouli and vetiver.

Big Sur Eucalyptus

7.2

D.S. & Durga · 2023

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

D.S. & Durga Big Sur Eucalyptus is a fresh, green unisex scent built around blue gum eucalyptus, rosemary and cardamom. It opens with blue gum eucalyptus, spindrift and woods, reading aquatic and airy. In the heart, rosemary and cardamom add a spicy, herbal edge, with magnolia softening it slightly. The base of leaves, cypress and eucalyptus acorn settles into a green, woody finish, with a faintly synthetic side among its accords. Sillage is moderate and longevity is rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is used mainly for leisure and daily wear. It leans a little toward masculine. Le Couvent Anori and Jaguar Pace have a close profile.

Wild Orange

6.9

Fragrance Du Bois · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Fragrance Du Bois Wild Orange is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with a sweet, floral and creamy softness. It opens with lemon, orange, bergamot and mandarin orange forming a bright citrus burst. In the heart, orange blossom and lily of the valley turn the fruity freshness floral, while cypress adds a light green touch. The base of vetiver, cedarwood and sandalwood gives it a woody footing, and patchouli deepens it slightly. Most voters recommend spring and summer; leisure and daily wear lead, with office use not far behind. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters read it as more feminine, though some call it masculine.

Odyssey Aqua

8.0

Armaf · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Armaf Odyssey Aqua is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that opens with grapefruit, orange and artemisia over a lavender and mint heart; it has been discontinued. Voters find its longevity and sillage good and rate its value for money highly. Daily wear, sport and leisure are the most chosen settings, with some voting for the office as well. It reads masculine and is picked less often for evenings and nights out. It opens with the sharp citrus of grapefruit and orange, turned green by artemisia. Lavender and mint keep the heart cool, while ambroxan, patchouli and cypress settle it onto a lightly woody base. The overall impression is fresh, watery and slightly sweet, with a synthetic sheen.

Glowing

7.0

Jennifer Lopez · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jennifer Lopez Glowing is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with green and sweet sides, and it has been discontinued. Bergamot, cypress and mandarin orange open it brightly. In the heart, lily of the valley, orange blossom, cassia blossom and violet form a floral bouquet. The base is softened and sweetened by vanilla, amber and Kashmiri musk, while sandalwood, vetiver and patchouli add a woody footing, with powdery and gourmand touches alongside. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. Most voters find it feminine and modern. Its profile is close to Ted Lapidus TL pour Lui and Harry Lehmann Fantasie.

Vinegia

7.5

The Merchant Of Venice · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

The Merchant Of Venice Vinegia is a unisex scent for fall and winter evenings, a floral and spicy blend weighed down by oud, benzoin and patchouli; it has been discontinued. It opens with apple blossom, coriander and pink pepper, floral and spicy at once. The heart brings rose, juniper and cypress, and the base of benzoin, oud, castoreum, cedarwood and patchouli pulls it towards sweet, resinous, earthy and smoky ground. Leathery and animal tones add to the heavy, oriental character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. More voters call it feminine, though a good share find it masculine. Stephen Cordina Gnaga and Montale Aoud Queen Roses have a close profile.

Les Colognes - Eau d'Hadrien

7.6

Goutal · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Goutal Les Colognes - Eau d'Hadrien is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters wear it in spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Voters split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it reads both ways. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit for a bright citrus lift. Petitgrain and cypress add a green, lightly woody tone in the heart, and musk, basil and rosemary soften the base. Beside the fresh and green sides, a faint sweet, powdery trace comes through.

By Night (Black)

7.3

Profumi del Forte · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Profumi del Forte By Night (Black) is a fresh, citrusy and green masculine scent, deepened by spice, wood and resin. Mandarin orange, orange and lime give it a bright citrus feel, while juniper, basil and lavender keep it green and spicy. Jasmine adds a soft floral touch, and cedar, cypress and frankincense build a woody, resinous, slightly smoky backdrop. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Most voters call its character masculine.

Nuit d'Issey Polaris

8.5

Issey Miyake · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey Polaris is a spicy, smoky men's fragrance that sets oud, patchouli and leather against the sweetness of vanilla. It opens with bergamot, black pepper and cypress, which give a light freshness and a sharp edge. In the heart, oud, patchouli and cedarwood build a woody, resinous body. The base brings leather and vanilla forward, so the scent turns sweeter and dries down warm, leathery and smoky. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though some wear it for leisure. Bentley Bentley for Men Intense and Armaf Oud have a close profile.

Original / Legendary Harley-Davidson (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Harley-Davidson · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Harley-Davidson Original / Legendary Harley-Davidson Eau de Toilette is a discontinued men's fragrance that leans towards spring and fall, with a fresh, woody character suited to relaxed everyday wear. Mint and bergamot open cool and citrusy. In the heart, cypress and cedarwood add a green, dry woodiness. The base of sandalwood and patchouli settles into something earthy, slightly smoky and resinous, with leathery and spicy touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure and daily wear come first, with office use also possible. It reads as a masculine scent.

Sun Bath Men

7.0

Jil Sander · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jil Sander Sun Bath Men is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Grapefruit, marine notes and juniper berry open cool and salty. In the heart, orange blossom, green apple and ambergris add a soft, slightly fruity touch. As it dries down, benzoin brings some sweetness over a woody base of cypress and woods. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer or spring, and it is used mostly for leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads masculine and modern. Jil Sander Sun Day Men and Rabanne Invictus Aqua (2018) have a close profile.

Intimate Elixir

7.5

Jesus del Pozo · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Jesus del Pozo Intimate Elixir is a sweet, woody and powdery unisex scent that pairs almond and sandalwood with vanilla. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer the least chosen. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also works for evenings. Voters read it as more feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Pink pepper and cypress open with a light, dry spice. Almond and gaiac wood sit in the heart, while sandalwood and vanilla settle into a soft, creamy sweetness at the base. It carries a floral, oriental air. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! and Carolina Herrera Good Girl Midnight have a close profile.