The Perfume Library

Blue Jeans

6.9

Versace · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Versace Blue Jeans is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with basil, bergamot and citrus fruits alongside juniper and aniseed, while the aquatic and fresh accords keep it bright. In the heart, jasmine, lavender and sage bring a soft floral note. The base turns sweeter with vanilla, tonka bean and musk, and cedar and vetiver give it a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mainly for leisure and daily use, though it also suits the office. Most voters find it masculine. Joop! Nightflight and Chanel Allure Homme have a close profile.

Drakkar Noir (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Guy Laroche · 1982

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that sets a fresh opening of lemon, bergamot and lavender on a woody base of vetiver, sandalwood and leather. Lemon, bergamot, lavender and basil lead at the top, while coriander, cinnamon and juniper add a spicy touch in the heart. Vetiver, sandalwood, leather and oakmoss dominate the base. The overall feel is fresh, green and woody, with a clear fougère structure. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate. Fall and spring are picked most often, with summer and winter a little behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most common settings. Most voters call it masculine and classic. Omerta Pure E-motion and Geoffrey Beene Bowling Green (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Tyrannosaurus Rex

7.2

Zoologist · 2018

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Zoologist Tyrannosaurus Rex opens with fir, black pepper and cade juniper, and reads as a floral, spicy and smoky scent. Its longevity and sillage are rated very strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine, though it is unisex. The top notes bring fir, black pepper, neroli and nutmeg. In the heart, jasmine, ylang-ylang and osmanthus form a floral layer. The base carries cade juniper, leather, frankincense and resins, with an animal, earthy edge. Bogue LiTA and Nimerè Shades of Darkness have a close profile.

Rocabar (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Hermès · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Hermès Rocabar Eau de Toilette is a woody men's fragrance that opens with a fresh citrus and green lift, then leans into spice, resin and earth. It lasts well and sits at a moderate sillage, staying fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with summer the least favored season. It suits daily wear and the office, and most voters call it masculine and classic. The top is bergamot, lemon, juniper and coriander, cool and slightly bitter. The heart brings cardamom, carnation, violet, cypress and cedar, a floral-spicy woodiness. The base of fir, benzoin, patchouli, vanilla and oakmoss leaves a resinous, earthy, lightly sweet floor. Rochas Globe and Ralph Lauren Safari for Men have a close profile.

Havana (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Aramis · 1994

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Aramis Havana Eau de Toilette is a green, spicy and woody men's fragrance with a classic feel, though it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter ahead of summer. It is worn for leisure, daily use and evenings, and most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic. It opens fresh and green with basil, tarragon, bergamot and mandarin orange, sharpened by caraway and aldehydes. In the heart, jasmine and lily of the valley add a soft floral note while tobacco and cinnamon bring spice and smoke. The base of vetiver, leather, amber and vanilla dries down woody, resinous and slightly earthy. Polo and Rochas Globe have a close profile.

Cacharel pour L'Homme (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Cacharel · 1981

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Cacharel pour L'Homme Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that sets a fresh opening of clary sage, lavender and lemon against an earthy, woody base of oakmoss, cedar and vetiver; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters call it masculine and classic, and it leans towards spring and fall, suiting daily wear, leisure and the office more than nights out. The top opens fresh and citrusy with clary sage, lavender, lemon and bergamot. In the heart, geranium, jasmine and carnation add a floral, green touch. The base of oakmoss, cedar, sandalwood and vetiver dries down woody and earthy. Its profile is close to Gucci Nobile and Ralph Lauren Safari for Men.

Gold Rose Oudh (Extrait de Parfum)

7.6

Tiziana Terenzi · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

Tiziana Terenzi Gold Rose Oudh Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that sets rose and oud on a warm, resinous base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter and lean towards evenings and nights out, while office wear and summer stay in the background. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads comfortably either way. It opens with sand, fir, embers and bergamot, a dry, smoky start. Black pepper, patchouli and Bulgarian rose follow in the heart. The base of amber, oud, musk, honey and sandalwood sweetens and softens it. Jesus del Pozo Arabian Nights and Tom Ford Oud Fleur have a close profile.

Escape for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Calvin Klein · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein Escape for Men Eau de Toilette opens on eucalyptus, bergamot and grapefruit, a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent that has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with winter far behind. It is chosen mostly for daily wear and leisure, and it also finds a place at the office. Most find it masculine, though many also call it modern. Melon and mango soften the citrus opening in a fruity, sweet direction. In the heart, fir, sage and marine notes add a green, aquatic freshness. Vetiver, amber and sandalwood settle into a woody base. Aaron Terence Hughes Blue Fever and Zara Navy Black have a close profile.

Mexx Man (Eau de Toilette)

5.6

Mexx · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, leisure time and everyday wear. It opens with lavender, basil, pineapple and mandarin orange, where citrus and fruit meet an aquatic freshness. In the heart, fir, fern, geranium and jasmine carry the green side on, and sandalwood, oakmoss and cedar settle it onto a woody base. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays a light scent close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. It reads masculine and modern, and gets votes for sport and office as well. Hugo Boss Hugo and Adidas Moves have a close profile.

J•H•L (Cologne)

8.0

Aramis · 1982

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Aramis J•H•L is a spicy, sweet men's cologne from 1982 that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, bergamot and orange, with pimento adding a spicy edge. The heart brings clove, cinnamon, rose and fir, so floral and spicy sides run together. In the dry-down, vanilla, labdanum, patchouli and sandalwood settle it onto a sweet, resinous, woody base, with smoky and leathery tones in the background. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading. It reads masculine and classic. Perfumes with a close profile include Paris Corner Mysterium and Acqua di Parma Oud & Spice.

Majd al Sultan / مجد السلطان

8.1

Asdaaf · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Asdaaf Majd al Sultan is a sweet, resinous unisex scent that opens on tobacco and smoke and deepens into myrrh, frankincense and saffron. The top pairs tobacco with smoke; in the heart, pepper, myrrh, frankincense and saffron build a spicy, resinous weight. The base of fir, cedar, amber and resins gives it a woody footing and softens the sweetness. The overall feel is oriental and smoky, balanced between sugar and spice. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it suits evenings and nights out better than daytime or summer heat. Though unisex, it leans masculine.

Dubai - Bahar (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

The Spirit of Dubai · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Bahar Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that rests its fruity sweetness on a warm, woody base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for daily wear, leisure and the office. Masculine gets the most character votes, followed by modern and feminine. The top opens bright with mandarin orange, bergamot, grapefruit and pineapple. Rose, jasmine and sandalwood form the heart, and vanilla, amber and musk sweeten the dry-down. Nabeel Ocean and Nabeel Golden Beach have a close profile.

Sung Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Alfred Sung · 1989

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Alfred Sung Sung Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and spicy fougère with a woody, somewhat classic character, aimed at men. The top is bright with bergamot, lemon, juniper berry and sage, while caraway and pepper add spice. In the heart, stone pine needle, rose and jasmine bring a floral layer, and the base settles on vetiver, sandalwood, cedar and leather. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring; daily wear and leisure lead, and it also works for business. About half of voters find it masculine. Krizia Krizia Uomo and Karl Lagerfeld Photo have a close profile.

Dunhill Edition (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Dunhill · 1984

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Edition Eau de Toilette is a discontinued men's fougère that sets a fresh opening of lavender, bergamot and lemon over a woody base of fir and vetiver. Lavender, bergamot, lemon and mace lead, with the citrus and green sides giving a cool, lightly spicy start. In the heart, carnation, geranium and clary sage add a soft floral touch. The base dries down woody with fir, vetiver and cedarwood, and tonka bean sweetens it slightly. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business wear. Voters mostly call it masculine and classic. Gucci Nobile and Cacharel pour L'Homme have a close profile.

Russian Musk II

8.8

Areej Le Doré · 2021

Citrus · Green · Spicy

Areej Le Doré Russian Musk II is a unisex citrus and woody fragrance that opens with lemon, fir and bergamot and settles onto vetiver, amber and oakmoss; it has been discontinued. The top is fresh with lemon, fir, bergamot and pine. In the heart, tonka bean, sandalwood, clove and cinnamon add spicy warmth. The base of vetiver, amber, patchouli and oakmoss gives it a chypre, earthy and slightly animalic foundation. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with a strong classic streak. Areej Le Doré Russian Musk Attar and Areej Le Doré Russian Musk (Extrait de Parfum) have a close profile.

Nobile (Eau de Toilette)

8.4

Gucci · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Gucci Nobile Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green fougère with a woody, spicy backbone, reading as a classic masculine scent; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter getting a smaller share. It is chosen mostly for daily and business wear, and it also sits easily in leisure time. Close to half of voters call it masculine. It opens with lavender, bergamot, lemon and rosemary up front, while tarragon and mace add a green, spicy edge. The heart brings jasmine, rose, geranium and green notes for a soft floral touch. The base of vetiver, cedar, moss and patchouli dries down woody, with amber and tonka bean sweetening it slightly.

Bowling Green (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Geoffrey Beene · 1987

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Geoffrey Beene Bowling Green Eau de Toilette is a discontinued men's fougère that pairs the brightness of lemon, bergamot and juniper with the woody depth of pine and patchouli. It opens fresh and green with lemon, bergamot, juniper and basil. Toward the heart, pine and lavender come forward, while cinnamon and cardamom add a spicy warmth. The base settles on patchouli, cedar and moss, with amber softening the woods. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It is worn mostly for leisure, daily use and the office, and most voters call it masculine and classic. Drakkar Noir and Gucci Nobile have a close profile.

Gianfranco Ferré for Man / Gianfranco Ferré Homme (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Gianfranco Ferré · 1986

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Gianfranco Ferré for Man / Gianfranco Ferré Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green chypre-fougère with a classic, clearly masculine character; it has been discontinued. It opens bright with tangerine, lemon and bergamot. The heart builds a spicy, green backbone from iris, juniper, cardamom and lavender. The base settles on vetiver, moss, cedar and leather, giving it a woody, earthy, leathery floor. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, and it suits evenings, daily wear and nights out, with business and leisure close behind. Azzaro pour Homme and Rochas Globe have a close profile.

#Fierce

8.0

The Dua Brand · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Dua Brand #Fierce is a men's fragrance that sets the freshness of lemon, orange and aquatic notes against oakmoss, sandalwood and vetiver. #Fierce is rated strong for both longevity and sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for business and sport too. It reads masculine and modern. A fresh, citrusy accord leads: lemon, orange and petitgrain meet the aquatic notes. Cardamom and sage add spice, while oakmoss, vetiver and sandalwood build a woody base. Jasmine, rose and musk soften the sweet, fruity side. Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce (Cologne) and Armaf Venetian have a close profile.

Oro 1920

8.0

Bois 1920 · 2013

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Bois 1920 Oro 1920 is a fruity, spicy and woody unisex scent in which raspberry and fir meet frankincense and ginger before settling into vanilla and leather. The top opens with raspberry, fir, frankincense and ginger, a fruity sweetness over a resinous, spicy footing. In the heart, opoponax, May rose absolute and osmanthus add a soft floral touch. The base of vanilla, leather, benzoin and tobacco pulls it towards a smoky, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Masculine leads the character votes, though a fair number of voters find it feminine. Armani Privé Cuir Majesté and Monkoku Oriental Raspberry have a close profile.

Wald (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

Euphorium Brooklyn · 2016

Green · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Euphorium Brooklyn Wald Eau de Parfum is a green, woody and smoky unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best, with the feel of a forest walk. Juniper, fir, cedar and arborvitae draw a wooded picture, while soil, moss and fern add a damp forest floor. Smoke and birch tar harden the scent, and honey and maple syrup soften it slightly. Green and spicy lead the accords, followed by resinous and earthy sides. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters recommend fall and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for leisure time and evenings. Votes lean slightly masculine, yet many call it feminine. Euphorium Brooklyn Cilice and Filippo Sorcinelli Ambrosivs have a close profile.

Seductive

6.9

Boadicea the Victorious · 2010

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Boadicea the Victorious Seductive is a fresh, woody unisex scent that suits autumn and winter days. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring next. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and works for a night out too. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens with the cool lift of iris and menthol. Rosemary and fir bring a green, resinous feel to the heart. Musk, sandalwood and amber soften the base, and the accords add spicy, earthy and smoky shades. Boadicea the Victorious Enchanting and Provocative have a close profile.

Eldritch

7.6

Pineward · 2021

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Pineward Eldritch is a green, resinous unisex scent with a woody, smoky character, and it suits autumn and winter best. Eldritch is rated good for both longevity and sillage. Most voters pick winter and autumn, with spring and summer well behind. It leans towards leisure time and evenings. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. The notes read as one blend: pine needle and fir give a green, resinous air that oakmoss and patchouli turn earthy. Smoke and leather leave a rough edge, while opoponax and myrrh add a sweet, spicy warmth. Oolong tea softens the heavier texture a little.

Private Number for Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Aigner · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Aigner Private Number for Men Eau de Toilette is a masculine fougère that pairs a fresh, citrusy and green character with a sweet edge; it has been discontinued. It opens with neroli, bergamot, basil and lavender, while galbanum adds a sharp green note and fruity notes a light sweetness. The heart turns floral and spicy through clary sage, rose, jasmine and carnation. In the base, tonka bean, Virginia cedar and oakmoss settle into a soft, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and fall, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. More than half of voters call it masculine, with many also finding it classic. Iceberg Iceberg Homme and Lacoste Original have a close profile.