The Perfume Library

Mille & Une Roses

7.7

Lancôme · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Lancôme Mille & Une Roses is a fresh, powdery feminine scent built around damask rose, vanilla and white musk, and it has been discontinued. The scent reads as one piece: damask rose sits at the centre, tangerine adds a fruity brightness and pepper a light spice. Vanilla and white musk soften it into something powdery and sweet, while amber and ambrette seed lay a warm base that keeps the sweetness in check. Aquatic and chypre touches stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and its use is spread evenly across daytime, office and evening wear. Its character reads mostly feminine. Chloé Roses de Chloé and Parfum d'Empire Eau Suave have a close profile.

Fawn

6.6

Ellis Brooklyn · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ellis Brooklyn Fawn is a floral unisex perfume that opens fresh and citrusy and settles into a creamy, sweet base. The opening of neroli, magnolia and Sicilian bergamot is bright and airy, a mix of citrus and white flowers. In the heart, lily of the valley and damask rose lead, while coconut milk softens them with a creamy, fruity sweetness. The base of musk, amber and vanilla keeps the sweetness going, and the overall feel is clean and slightly synthetic. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, with some use at the office too. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. More than half of voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex.

Parisian Rose

7.6

Poiray · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Poiray Parisian Rose is a fresh, powdery rose floral with a sweet, fruity and creamy side and a feminine character; it has been discontinued. A bright mandarin orange opening gives way to a heart led by damask rose, with plum, heliotrope, Chinese osmanthus and violet pulling it towards fruity and powdery. In the base, vanilla, cedar and musk soften it and dry down creamy and sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters read it as feminine. M. Micallef Ananda and Laura Biagiotti Lovely Laura have a close profile.

Opulence of Dubai

8.8

Swiss Arabian · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Swiss Arabian Opulence of Dubai is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent where chocolate, coffee and Bourbon vanilla meet spice and resin. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. Votes on character tilt a little towards masculine, though it reads as unisex overall. It opens bright and spicy with Italian bergamot, Nigerian ginger and elemi resin. The heart brings chocolate, Damask rose, pink pepper and cardamom, and the scent turns sweeter here. The dry-down settles on a woody, creamy, slightly smoky base of coffee, frankincense, amber and Bourbon vanilla. Parfums de Marly Pegasus Exclusif and Kayali Invite Only Amber | 23 have a close profile.

Rose Struck

7.5

Liis · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Liis Rose Struck is a fresh unisex scent that opens with tangerine and blackcurrant, then moves into a green, floral direction with matcha and rose. It wears at a moderate level, with moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters suggest spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasion votes. Voters mostly call it feminine, though it works as a unisex scent. Tangerine and blackcurrant start it off with a citrusy, fruity brightness. In the heart, matcha adds a green tone, and the base brings Rosa centifolia and damask rose forward as the floral side. The overall impression is fresh, lightly sweet and green. Les Bains Guerbois Rose Graffiti and Diptyque Eau Rose (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Luciano Pavarotti (Eau de Toilette)

8.6

Luciano Pavarotti · 1994

Floral · Green · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Luciano Pavarotti Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning men's scent that moves from a floral, green start into a spicy, resinous base; it has been discontinued. Bergamot, Sicilian lemon and neroli open fresh, while petitgrain and ivy add a green edge. In the heart, Damask rose, iris, clove and cedar lead, with patchouli and geranium adding an earthy depth to the floral layer. The base of amber, vanilla, tonka bean, honey and oakmoss sweetens it and pulls it towards a powdery, slightly smoky, leathery chypre feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evening and night out. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Moresque Amber Arabesque and Davidoff Zino (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Ombra di Tiglio

7.6

L'Erbolario · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Ombra di Tiglio is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around lemon zest, linden blossom and orange blossom. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and wears quietly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads mostly feminine. It opens with lemon zest and two white flowers, bright and citrusy. In the heart, violet leaf adds a green edge while damask rose, lily and heliotrope bring a soft, powdery floral feel. White moss and amber sweeten the base gently, and a light spicy touch runs through the accords. Its fresh, green, floral profile is close to L'Artisan Parfumeur La Chasse aux Papillons Extrême and Guerlain Quand Vient la Pluie (Eau de Parfum).

9 Arcana Rosa

7.2

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2016

Floral · Spicy · Woody

L'Artisan Parfumeur 9 Arcana Rosa is a unisex scent that pairs rose with spice and smoky wood, and its dark, resinous character suits the cooler months. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring next and summer trailing behind. It is chosen mostly for evenings, leisure time and nights out, and less for office or daytime wear. Feminine and masculine votes run close, with feminine slightly ahead. The notes are Damask rose, gaiac wood and clove. The rose gives a floral core, the clove adds a spicy warmth, and the gaiac wood lays a woody, smoky base underneath. The oriental and resinous accords weigh heavily, so the rose reads as a dark, spiced one rather than a sweet bouquet.

L'Eau d'Issey Pure (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Issey Miyake · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Pure Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral women's scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with Maritima® and ambergris, giving a clean, sea-like air. In the heart, Damask rose, lily of the valley, orange blossom and jasmine come forward, while citrus and green accords keep it bright and a soft sweetness slips in. Cashmeran settles the base into a light woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads feminine. Clean Shower Fresh and Moschino Toy 2 Pearl have a close profile.

[²He] Helium

7.3

One of those · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

One of those [²He] Helium is a unisex scent led by cinnamon, benzoin and damask rose, floral, sweet and spicy in character, and it has been discontinued. The notes read as a single whole rather than in layers: Italian bergamot and clary sage brighten it, cinnamon adds spice, and benzoin with liquidambar give a resinous sweetness. Iris and tobacco flower soften the floral side, while patchouli, gaiac wood and vetiver set a woody base. The accords also include fruity, gourmand and oriental tones. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Feminine and masculine votes are almost equal, so it doesn't lean clearly either way.

Le Délicieux

7.3

Nejma · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nejma Le Délicieux is a fresh, citrusy feminine perfume that settles into a floral, sweet and gourmand heart. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Leisure, business and evening wear get close votes, and most voters read it as feminine. The top pairs citrus notes with pink pepper. The heart is floral, built on Damask rose, Italian iris, jasmine sambac and white orchid. The base of patchouli, vanilla, ambergris and caramel turns it creamy and sweet. DKNY Stories (Eau de Parfum) and Yves Rocher Mon Evidence have a close profile.

Dom Rosa Millésimé

8.0

Liquides Imaginaires · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Liquides Imaginaires Dom Rosa Millésimé is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with a floral, spicy and woody body. The top is pear, champagne and grapefruit, so it opens fruity and bright. Clove, frankincense and Damask rose follow in the heart, adding a spicy warmth and a soft floral note. The base of cedar, gaiac wood and vetiver settles everything onto a woody ground, with the sweetness staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure and nights out. The largest share of voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. Dom Rosa and French Avenue Grecia Rosa have a close profile.

Rosa Limone

6.8

New Notes · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

New Notes Rosa Limone is a unisex scent where citrus and flowers meet over a lightly woody base, and it suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, work and daily wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either side. It opens with grapefruit, bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, with marine notes adding a breezy edge. In the heart, damask rose, jasmine and iris bring a soft floral layer. Patchouli, sandalwood and amber hold it on a warm, woody base. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Fragonard Concerto (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Mad Honey

7.5

Borntostandout · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Borntostandout Mad Honey is a sweet, gourmand and lightly spicy unisex scent that sets a honey and rose heart on vanilla and tonka. Longevity and sillage are both rated as good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and also gets worn in leisure time. It opens with pink pepper and rum, which bring a touch of spice and warmth. In the heart, honey and Damask rose take the lead, with floral and fruity accords softening the sweetness. The base is dominated by Bourbon vanilla, tonka bean, benzoin and patchouli, while Orcanox adds a synthetic sheen.

Rosa Carnivora

7.3

Dries Van Noten · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Dries Van Noten Rosa Carnivora is a fresh, green, lightly spicy rose scent that most voters place in spring and summer. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling the room. Leisure, work and daytime wear lead, with evenings not far behind. It is unisex, though voters mostly read it as feminine, followed by classic. It opens with pink pepper, Rosa centifolia and damask rose, the pepper sharpening the rose against a green freshness. In the heart, floral notes and Haitian vetiver give it a woody backbone. The base of Indonesian patchouli and cistus dries down powdery and creamy. Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Nude and Diptyque Orphéon (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Blood of River Nile

7.8

Anomalous Parfum · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anomalous Parfum Blood of River Nile opens on orange blossom, Afghan neroli and Italian mandarin, then deepens into rose, jasmine and oud, pairing fresh citrus with an oriental, woody warmth for men and women alike. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it is chosen most for evenings and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads comfortably on either side. The top notes of orange blossom, Afghan neroli and Italian mandarin give a bright, fresh start, with Kashmiri saffron adding a spicy edge. Turkish rose, jasmine sambac and civet form a floral heart. Oud, sandalwood, amber and castoreum close it with a woody, sweet and animalic warmth.

Oud Damascena

7.6

Katana · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Katana Oud Damascena is a smoky, resinous woody-rose scent suited to autumn and winter evenings; it is unisex and has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so it stays on the skin for hours and carries well. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is favoured for evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine than feminine, though it is a unisex fragrance. Bengal oud and oud form the backbone, with smoke and smoky notes carrying it into a leathery, animal depth. Damask rose, rose otto and May rose soften that rough texture with a floral touch, while yuzu adds a thin citrus lift. Oakmoss and ambergris round it out with dryness and warmth.

Velvet Blue Musk / Velvet Oriental Musk

7.7

Dolce & Gabbana · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Blue Musk / Velvet Oriental Musk is a unisex scent that softens the spice of cardamom, saffron and cumin with sandalwood, damask rose and musk. The spices lead at first; in the heart, cypriol, sandalwood and damask rose pull the scent in a floral, woody direction. The base of tonka bean, musk and cedarwood leaves a sweet, creamy, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also gets worn at leisure. More voters call it feminine than masculine, but both have a real share, so it sits between the two. Sapil Laheeb and French Avenue Musc d'Prive have a close profile.

Warda al Oud

8.5

Xerjoff · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Xerjoff Warda al Oud is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings, pairing rose and oud with a sweet, resinous warmth. Bergamot opens it, then the heart builds a dense floral layer of jasmine, osmanthus, Damask rose and Bulgarian rose. The base is dominated by amber, frankincense, vanilla, Cambodian oud and tobacco, with musk softening the blend. It reads floral, sweet and woody, with gourmand and animal tones in the background. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, while summer trails behind. It suits night outs and evenings best, and also works for leisure. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost even. Xerjoff Mamluk and Dhajala have a close profile.

Jezebel

8.0

Anka Kuş Parfüm · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Anka Kuş Parfüm Jezebel is a unisex scent that links a sweet opening of chocolate and pear to a floral heart of damask rose, Moroccan jasmine and vanilla, with a gourmand streak running through it. The top notes are chocolate and pear, and the heart brings truffle, Kashmiri musk, rose and jasmine. In the base, osmanthus, Bourbon vanilla, Australian sandalwood, tonka bean and amber leave it sweet, woody and warm. Animal and spicy accents stay in the background and add depth to the floral-fruity body. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it doesn't read clearly as either. Fort & Manlé Charlatan and Bond No. 9 West Side have a similar profile.

The Red Wedding

7.9

Anomalous Parfum · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Anomalous Parfum The Red Wedding is a rich unisex scent where floral and fruity sides meet a sweet, gourmand and woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with leisure wear close behind. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, so it sits comfortably on either side. Red wine, whisky and rum lead the top; peach, plum and Turkish rose give the heart a sweet, fruity floral character. Amber, Indian oud and oak barrel settle into a warm, woody, resinous base, with a spicy, oriental feel running through it. Ajmal Regina and Montale Red Aoud have a close profile.

20: Iconic Feminine / 20: The Feminine Perfume of an Iconic Pair

7.2

Clive Christian · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Clive Christian 20: Iconic Feminine / 20: The Feminine Perfume of an Iconic Pair is a sweet, floral-spicy fragrance for women, built on damask rose, violet and plum with honey and saffron. Damask rose and violet carry the floral side, while plum adds a fruity sweetness. Honey deepens that sweetness, saffron brings a spicy warmth, and amber gives it an oriental base. A fresh accord lightens the heavier notes, and a slightly synthetic gloss comes through too. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, though the other seasons are close behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, with room for daily wear as well. Emanuel Ungaro Ungaro and Ishtara Adad Drop have a close profile.

Acqua Nobile Rosa

7.2

Acqua di Parma · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Rosa is a fresh, powdery floral that pairs Italian bergamot with Damask rose. Italian bergamot, blackcurrant and Italian mandarin orange open it citrusy with a light fruity edge. In the heart, black pepper, freesia, cyclamen and two kinds of rose come forward; ambergris and musk in the base soften the floral core. The overall impression is fresh, slightly green and gently sweet. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, office and leisure are the occasions mentioned most. It reads as a feminine scent. Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Magnolia and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Jasminora have a close profile.

Mirach (Extrait de Parfum)

8.0

Tiziana Terenzi · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

Tiziana Terenzi Mirach Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that suits evenings and nights out, and it spreads across autumn, winter and spring. It opens with Damask rose, Sicilian neroli, Italian saffron and nutmeg. White oud, Bulgarian rose and patchouli form the heart, and Indian sandalwood, Bourbon vanilla and Cambodian oud settle it into a sweet, woody, oriental character, with a spicy edge and a fresh touch running through it. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick evening and night-out wear; autumn, winter and spring draw similar support, while summer trails behind. Masculine and feminine votes are level, so the scent reads as open to either. Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo and Tiziana Terenzi Mirach Attar have a close profile.