The Perfume Library

No Way to Say Goodbye (Perfume)

7.3

Lush · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lush No Way to Say Goodbye is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around damask rose and blackcurrant absolute. Damask rose and damask rose absolute form a floral backbone, while litsea cubeba adds a citrusy lift and blackcurrant absolute brings a juicy, fruity edge. Siam benzoin softens it with sweetness and a gourmand touch, keeping the whole balanced. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter well back. It leans towards daily and leisure wear. Byredo Young Rose and Dior Miss Dior Rose N'Roses have a close profile.

The Rose

6.9

Musicology · 2020

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Musicology The Rose is a floral-fruity unisex scent that sets Damask rose and violet over raspberry and peony, then sweetens into vanilla. The top notes are raspberry and peony, with citrus and fruity accords keeping the first impression lively. In the heart, Damask rose and violet lead, while blond woods and vanilla sweeten the base. The overall feel is a rose softened by a gourmand, creamy texture. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the small number of votes means those ratings are tentative. Voters lean towards leisure and night-out wear, with evening, daily and business use close behind. It reads as unisex.

Yaaseen x Lost Tribe - Night

8.1

Lost Tribe · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Lost Tribe Yaaseen x Lost Tribe - Night is a unisex resinous, oriental scent that lays sweet, spicy and smoky tones over a floral and woody body; it has been discontinued. It opens with juniper, turmeric, mimosa and violet leaf, a spicy-green start. In the heart, tobacco, two kinds of rose and hinoki cypress take the lead, the rose sweetness balanced by smoky tobacco. The base leaves a woody, resinous warmth built on Atlas cedar, myrrh, Borneo oud and labdanum. Both longevity and sillage are rated very strong, and although the number of votes is small, they point the same way. Its dense, heavy character suits cooler weather and evenings. It sits equally well on women and men. Lost Tribe Night V2 and Penhaligon's As Sawira have a close profile.

Tundzha

6.4

Parfumeurs du Monde · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Parfumeurs du Monde Tundzha is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of lavender, grapefruit and mandarin orange against a warm base of sandalwood, vanilla and frankincense. It opens fresh and citrusy with lavender, grapefruit and mandarin orange, while peach and blackcurrant soften it with a little fruit. Damask rose, ylang-ylang and geranium add a floral, green layer in the heart. The base of frankincense, vanilla, patchouli, sandalwood and vetiver settles it into something sweet, woody, powdery and faintly smoky. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so treat those ratings loosely. It sits comfortably on both men and women and suits everyday wear.

Chiesa d'Oro

7.6

Filippo Sorcinelli · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Filippo Sorcinelli Chiesa d'Oro is a fresh, green floral that also carries sweetness and spice, and it is worn by anyone, as a unisex perfume. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters lean towards spring and fall, with summer and winter further behind. It collects the most votes for a night out and for leisure, with business and evening close behind. On character, feminine leads slightly, though masculine and classic votes are not far off. The top notes are vetiver, tonka bean, vanilla, moss and amber. In the heart, jasmine, damask rose and carnation form a floral middle, while bergamot sits in the base. The fresh, green and sweet accords are softened by spicy, woody and creamy tones, with a chypre feel in the background.

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.

I Am Beautiful

6.7

Theodoros Kalotinis · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Theodoros Kalotinis I Am Beautiful is a fresh, floral women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Cranberry brings a fruity freshness at the top, and damask rose adds a floral heart. Amber and patchouli settle the sweetness onto an earthy base. A slightly synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions, with evening close behind. Bond No. 9 Bryant Park and DKNY Red Delicious have a close profile.

Dhanal Oudh Nazaha / دهن العود نزاهة

8.0

Rasasi · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rasasi Dhanal Oudh Nazaha is a unisex fragrance that pairs Indian oud with jasmine, Damask rose and bergamot, giving a scent that is fresh, floral and woody at once. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though only a small number of voters have rated them, so these are early impressions. As a unisex scent, it can be worn by men and women alike. It opens with bergamot, blackcurrant, jasmine and vanilla, where citrus freshness meets a fruity, sweet note. In the heart, jasmine sambac, heliotrope and Damask rose add a full floral body. The base is led by Indian oud, musk and tonka bean, and the scent settles into a resinous, spicy, earthy and leathery depth.

Lost in Vanillatopia

8.3

Iggywoo · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Iggywoo Lost in Vanillatopia is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, aquatic feel with a creamy, vanilla-led sweetness. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters place it in daily and leisure wear, with business and evening use trailing behind. Its unisex character suits men and women alike. It opens with grapefruit and damask rose in a bright floral start. In the heart, honeysuckle and a skin accord soften things. The base of tonka bean, amber and vanilla takes over, turning sweeter and settling into a gourmand, creamy warmth. Clinique My Happy. - Cocoa & Cashmere and Maison Tahité Sel_Vanille have a close profile.

Rosa Greta

7.6

Eau d'Italie · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau d'Italie Rosa Greta sets lychee and white tea against damask rose and rosebud, giving a fresh, floral and lightly fruity scent for women. Voters place it mostly in daily, leisure and business wear, with evening and night out further behind. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It reads as feminine. Lychee and white tea open the scent with a juicy, clean feel. At the heart, damask rose and rosebud lead and carry a green freshness. Ambrox and cedarwood settle the base into something woody and creamy. Chopard Happy Chopard - Felicia Roses and Boadicea the Victorious Enduring have a close profile.

Ombre d'Or

8.1

Armaf · 2025

Fresh · Synthetic · Spicy

Armaf Ombre d'Or is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh opening with a spicy, smoky and leathery body. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so those judgements are tentative. There are not enough votes to say which seasons or occasions it suits. It reads neither distinctly masculine nor feminine. The top holds musk, lime and spicy notes, so the citrus freshness opens alongside the spice. At the heart, saffron, iris and damask rose come forward, while metallic notes add a cool, synthetic edge. The base settles into woody notes, frankincense and amber, where the smoky, leathery side takes over. Pierre Guillaume 11.2 Spicematic and Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Dark Leather have a close profile.

Oderose

6.7

Élisire · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Élisire Oderose is a sweet, floral unisex scent in which May rose, Damask rose and Tarocco orange meet raspberry. It opens with May rose, Tarocco orange and raspberry, giving a fruity sweetness. In the heart, cumin and davana add a spicy edge while Damask rose and African geranium keep it floral. The base of cashmeran, sandalwood, oakmoss and musk settles it into a woody, creamy, slightly oriental finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick leisure and business wear, with evenings and nights out not far behind. It reads as unisex. Montale So Amber and Anfas Dhai have a close profile.

Moment Volé / Stolen Moments (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Fragonard

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Fragonard Moment Volé / Stolen Moments Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral, lightly fruity scent built around raspberry, violet and iris, made for women and now discontinued. It opens with raspberry, violet leaf and blackcurrant, giving a green, fruity freshness. In the heart, iris, damask rose and violet add a soft, powdery floral feel, and ambergris settles into a sweet, woody warmth underneath. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through it. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office, while evening and night out come well behind. It is a light, feminine scent that leans towards daytime. Goutal La Violette and L'Artisan Parfumeur Verte Violette have a close profile.

Oud Rex: Terengganu

9.0

Ensar Oud · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ensar Oud Oud Rex: Terengganu is a resinous, smoky and animalic oud scent, with floral and sweet facets that give it a heavy, oriental character. It is a unisex perfume. Voters rate its longevity as very strong and its sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is a tentative picture. It has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base. Borneo oud resin, Indian oud and Vietnamese oud form a smoky, woody ground, and civet adds an animalic depth. Saffron and clove bring spice, while Bourbon vanilla and cocoa add sweetness. Tuberose, osmanthus and Damask rose carry the floral side, and pear lends a soft fruity touch.

Born to Shine for Woman

7.4

Police · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Police Born to Shine for Woman opens with cinnamon, bergamot and mandarin orange, moves into a floral heart of jasmine and damask rose, and rests on vanilla and woods, in a feminine style. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the sample of votes is small, so that picture is tentative. The sweet, gourmand side is pronounced, which places it on the feminine end. The opening is bright and fruity, with cinnamon, bergamot and mandarin orange softened by apple blossom. In the heart, jasmine, Pomarose® and damask rose carry the floral side, while coffee adds a darker sweetness. The base of vanilla, cashmere, cedarwood and sandalwood leaves a powdery, woody warmth, deepened by Indonesian patchouli.

N.8

6.7

Morph · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Morph N.8 is a unisex fragrance with a floral, sweet character, softened by a powdery, gourmand touch. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither leaves a heavy trail nor fades quickly. Voters link it most with leisure and daily wear, though it is also chosen for evenings and nights out. Few see it as a business scent. Iris, damask rose and violet build a floral frame, and vanilla sweetens it. Fruity and synthetic tones blend into a powdery softness. Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum and Guerlain French Kiss have a close profile.

Oud Douce Amère

8.1

Sultan Pasha Attars

Floral · Green · Spicy

Sultan Pasha Attars Oud Douce Amère is a unisex oud scent that pairs a floral, woody and resinous character with animal and smoky undertones. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a first impression. The dense structure suits cooler weather and evening wear, and it reads equally well on men and women. It opens with Persian rose absolute, frankincense, hyacinth and saffron. Toward the heart, Indian oud, tobacco and honey come in, while the floral side is softened by a green leafy note. In the base, Cambodian oud, myrrh, leather and white ambergris dominate, and the scent dries down to a resinous, smoky, slightly animal warmth. Sultan Pasha Attars Dewaniya and Amouage Epic Man have a close profile.

Ismail Efendi - The Rose Bandit

6.8

Anka Kuş Parfüm · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Anka Kuş Parfüm Ismail Efendi - The Rose Bandit is a unisex fragrance that sets rose in a sweet, spicy and powdery frame. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage is good as well; most voters rate the longevity as high. Without leaning toward either gender, it can read on men and women alike. The top has rose, musk and oregano. The heart is led by damask rose, rose otto, carnation, raspberry and saffron, with patchouli, lavender and narcissus alongside. The base of cedar, benzoin and ambergris gives it a woody, sweet footing.

Dolce Melodia

7.2

M2J Fragranza · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

M2J Fragranza Dolce Melodia is a unisex scent that starts fresh and floral, then leans into fruity, sweet and gourmand territory. Bergamot, peach and raspberry give it a bright, juicy sweetness, while rose and damask rose form the floral centre. Amber and cypriol add a warm, spicy depth beneath the sugar. A synthetic sheen also runs through the accords. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. Most see it as a leisure or daily scent, though some wear it for evenings and nights out. It sits between masculine and feminine. Alghabra From the Heart and Zara Red Temptation Summer have a close profile.

Nebras Al Ishq – Wahaj

7.9

Rasasi · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rasasi Nebras Al Ishq – Wahaj is a floral-sweet unisex scent that pairs jasmine, iris and damask rose with praliné, vanilla and oud. It opens floral, with jasmine, iris, lotus and damask rose. In the heart, praliné and vanilla sweeten it toward a gourmand, creamy feel, while patchouli and musk add a soft depth. Oud in the base leaves a powdery, smoky woodiness. Though the vote count is small, longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Its sweet, oriental character suits cooler days and evenings, and it sits comfortably on men and women alike. Rasasi Qasamat Ebhar and Daniel Josier Josune share a close profile.

Rosa Turca

6.5

Nishane · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Nishane Rosa Turca is a discontinued unisex scent that sets rose and jasmine in a fresh, green, lightly powdery frame, with enough staying power to suit evenings out. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on few votes. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and nights out, and reads as neither masculine nor feminine. The top holds ylang-ylang and damask rose, the heart jasmine, the base musk. The florals open fresh and green, then move towards a sweet, powdery softness. Spicy, oriental and animal touches stay behind the flowers. Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Collection and Mozaick Love have a close profile.

Varens d'Orient Saphir

7.3

Ulric de Varens · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ulric de Varens Varens d'Orient Saphir is a feminine fragrance that pairs a floral, fruity core with a sweet, powdery, creamy oriental warmth. It opens with plum, bergamot and blackcurrant, a lively fruity start. In the heart, jasmine and damask rose carry the floral side, while sandalwood settles it onto a soft, creamy base. Labdanum and patchouli in the base add oriental depth to the sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It reads feminine and suits staying close rather than filling a room. Lancôme La Nuit Trésor à la Folie and Dolce & Gabbana The One (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Black Rose

6.7

SweDoft · 2020

Floral · Green · Synthetic

SweDoft Black Rose is a unisex scent that pairs rose with oud in a smoky frame, best suited to fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure time. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it reads as genuinely unisex. The notes come across as one blend: damask rose and chamomile give a floral, green side, while frankincense and oud add a spicy, woody, smoky and leathery weight. A synthetic touch is also noticeable. Montale Aoud Damascus and Mauboussin Cristal Oud have a close profile.

Pavarotti Donna

7.0

Luciano Pavarotti · 1995

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Luciano Pavarotti Pavarotti Donna is a feminine fragrance that sets a fruity, sweet floral character on an earthy, woody chypre base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though from only a small number of votes. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter less favoured. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and business, and also draws votes for evening and nights out. It opens with white peach, pineapple and orange blossom for a juicy sweetness. The heart is a floral mix of gardenia, jasmine, Damask rose and violet. Patchouli, oakmoss, sandalwood and iris dry it down into a woody, earthy chypre. Hermès 24, Faubourg and Cerruti Nino Cerruti pour Femme have a close profile.