The Perfume Library

Rendez-Vous

7.3

Atelier Cologne · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Atelier Cologne Rendez-Vous is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that sits most comfortably in spring and fall, for daily wear and leisure time. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it makes itself known without filling a room. Most voters pick spring, then fall, and winter is the least chosen season. Beyond everyday use, it is also seen as fitting for the office. Though unisex, voters read it as somewhere between feminine and masculine, leaning slightly feminine. It opens with Sicilian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and Chinese pink pepper, a fresh start with a light spicy edge. In the heart, Florentine iris, osmanthus and Grasse violet leaf add a powdery, floral softness. Suede, white musk and Indonesian patchouli leave a leathery dry-down.

Mister Colonia

7.5

Giardino Benessere · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giardino Benessere Mister Colonia is a unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for relaxed, everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it neither lingers heavily nor vanishes quickly. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions, while autumn and winter are chosen far less often. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic. It opens fresh, citrusy and green, with Italian lemon, orange blossom and myrrh alongside musk and ambergris. Thai lotus, tuberose, jasmine sambac and iris form a floral heart. Patchouli, Bourbon vanilla and Indian sandalwood sweeten the base and settle it into a woody finish.

Myrrhae

6.2

L'Erbolario

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

L'Erbolario Myrrhae is a warm, sweet and resinous unisex scent that suits fall and winter days; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure time and evenings. Voters are evenly split on whether it reads masculine or feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. It opens with clary sage, ginger and benzoin, giving a spicy warmth. The heart holds Florentine iris, myrrh, frankincense and vanilla, where resinous and smoky tones meet the sweetness. Cashmere wood, white musk and amber form a soft, woody base.

François Charles (2008)

7.4

Rancé 1795 · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rancé 1795 François Charles is a masculine scent that opens fresh with citrus and spice, moves through a floral heart and settles into warm amber, leather and musk; it has been discontinued. The top brings lavender, cardamom, Calabrian lemon, bergamot and basil for a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, thyme absolute, jasmine and ginger make a floral, spicy bridge. The base of amber, musk, leather and Virginia cedar ends on a woody, slightly animalic and powdery warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with leisure and evening wear leading the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine. Mediterraneum by Proteo Profumi and Acqua di Genova Fresh have a close profile.

Sweet William

6.8

Carner · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Carner Sweet William is a unisex scent that moves from a spicy opening into a powdery, creamy, sweet floral, best suited to spring and autumn, relaxed days and evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it neither sits close and fades nor fills a room. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with leisure, evening and daily wear leading the occasions. Votes lean towards feminine, though it reads as unisex. It opens with galangal, cardamom and white pepper, so spice and freshness come together at first. In the heart, Comorian ylang-ylang, rose water and tobacco flower add a soft floral note. Florentine iris and vanilla absolute leave a powdery, creamy, sweet warmth at the base.

Lovely Memories

7.8

Birkholz · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Birkholz Lovely Memories opens with violet, mandarin orange and bergamot, then settles into a jasmine and rose heart: a fresh, powdery scent made for women. The top notes of violet, mandarin orange and bergamot give a bright start. Jasmine, rose and mimosa make the heart floral. In the base, vanilla, white musk and amber sweeten it and leave a soft, creamy, powdery trail. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, with fall and summer not far behind, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. Emil Élise Painting It Sweet and Flavia B'Afric have a close profile.

Ambre Cuir de HJ (Extrait de Parfum)

8.2

Henry Jacques

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

Henry Jacques Ambre Cuir de HJ Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent where sweet, powdery amber meets leather, resinous and slightly smoky, suited to evenings in the cooler months. It opens with orange blossom, Egyptian geranium and lavender, which give a bright floral lift. In the heart, frankincense, coriander seed and Florentine iris bring a spicy, powdery softness. The base of amber, opoponax and leather settles into a creamy, woody ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely chosen. It is mentioned most for evenings and nights out. Though unisex, most voters read it as masculine. Its profile is close to Dior Homme Parfum and Parfums de Marly Athalia.

Yellow Woman

6.5

Puma · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Puma Yellow Woman is a discontinued women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening of freesia, blackberry and apple with a floral heart. Bergamot adds a citrus lift, while violet, magnolia and rose soften the middle into a floral shape. The base of sandalwood, cedarwood and musk settles on the sweet side, yet the whole stays light and fresh. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it sits close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and sport. It reads feminine and modern. Mancera Sicily and La Rive Have Fun have a close profile.

Sands of Aqaba

7.8

Aqaba · 2007

Floral · Green · Sweet

Aqaba Sands of Aqaba is a floral-green scent that opens with geranium, iris and chamomile and rests on vetiver and frankincense, with a spicy, sweet oriental shadow. In the top, Algerian geranium, Florentine iris and Roman chamomile build a green, powdery floral feel. Coriander and cardamom bring spice to the heart, while vetiver, frankincense and tuberose settle the scent onto a woody, sweet base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters lean towards fall, followed by summer and spring, and it suits evenings, leisure time and nights out. It reads mainly feminine, with a classic streak. Histoires de Parfums 1899 and Guerlain Mahora have a close profile.

Vice Versa

7.0

Yves Saint Laurent · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Green

Yves Saint Laurent Vice Versa is a women's fragrance in which floral notes like tuberose, peony and Florentine iris meet the green, fruity freshness of tomato and raspberry; it has been discontinued. Flowers lead: tuberose, peony and iris, softened by green tomato and fruity raspberry. Chinese mandarin orange brightens it, while vanilla, amber and musk add a sweet, woody warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and evenings. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine. Le Galion Tubéreuse and Penhaligon's Peoneve have a close profile.

Silences (2004) (Eau de Parfum)

8.5

Jacomo · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jacomo Silences is a green floral chypre built around Florentine iris, galbanum and rose, made for women and since discontinued. It opens with iris, narcissus absolute and galbanum in a cool, green frame, softened by rose and blackcurrant absolute. Bulgarian rose, pot marigold and lily of the valley carry the floral heart. The base settles on oakmoss, vetiver and sandalwood, giving an earthy, woody and slightly resinous ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and leisure and daily wear lead, with business use not far behind. Most voters read it as feminine, though many call it classic. Its profile is close to Weil de Weil and Miller Harris Fleurs de Bois.

Caprissimo (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Carthusia · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Carthusia Caprissimo Eau de Toilette is a fresh citrus-and-floral unisex scent with green, powdery and woody sides; it has been discontinued. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and red mandarin orange, while gardenia, lilac and damask rose build the floral side. In the heart, green leaves, clove, Florentine iris and tuberose come in; the base settles into sandalwood, white musk and patchouli, which make it woody and powdery. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. More voters call it feminine, though a good share read it as masculine. Guerlain Chant d'Arômes and Estēe Lauder White Linen have a close profile.

Rand

7.6

Moresque · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Moresque Rand is a unisex scent that opens with hyacinth, pink pepper and pineapple and settles into sandalwood and benzoin, its fresh, floral side balanced by sweetness. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend spring, autumn and summer, with fewer picking winter. It is chosen most for nights out, leisure and evenings, though it also has a place at work and in daily wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are equal, so it leans neither way. The opening pairs hyacinth and pineapple for freshness and fruit, while pink pepper adds spice. In the heart, Florentine iris and ylang-ylang bring a creamy, floral softness. The base of Indonesian sandalwood, benzoin, patchouli and musk is woody, resinous and sweet. Rochas Moustache and Xerjoff Purple Accento have a close profile.

Disko Disko (Parfum)

7.5

Art Brüt · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Art Brüt Disko Disko (Parfum) is a powdery, sweet unisex scent built on frankincense, musk and iris, with a floral side set over a woody, resinous base. Frankincense opens on a resinous note, and the heart brings musk, Florentine iris and Indonesian patchouli. The base holds honey, iris and leather: the honey sweetens it, while the leather adds a dry, smoky edge. Overall it reads as a creamy, powdery floral softened by earthy and spicy touches. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer trailing behind. It suits daily wear as well as office and evening settings, and voters split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably in between.

Estate

8.0

Annette Neuffer · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Annette Neuffer Estate opens on spearmint, bergamot petitgrain and rosemary, and reads as a fresh, citrusy, woody fougère. The top is cool, green and spicy, with spearmint, bergamot, rosemary and juniper berry, while pink pepper adds a light bite. In the heart, lavender and Florentine iris lead, softened by tiaré and neroli. The base settles on vetiver, sandalwood and tonka bean for a woody finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, and name leisure, daily wear and business as the usual settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It is sold as a men's fragrance, yet voters split between masculine and feminine. Creed Viking Cologne and Acqua di Parma Colonia Futura have a close profile.

Parfum Captive #1

7.8

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Parfum Captive #1 is a spicy, powdery unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter and suits both men and women. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring, while summer comes last. It is chosen most for leisure time and nights out, though business and daytime wear also get votes. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so the scent doesn't lean clearly to either side. Red pepper, Sichuan pepper, black pepper and long pepper give it a warm, sharp spice. Florentine iris softens that edge with a powdery, floral tone, and Ambramone™ adds a resinous, woody warmth. A sweet, earthy side runs underneath; the overall feel is spicy, dry and slightly synthetic.

Fiore di Portofino

7.6

Moresque · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Moresque Fiore di Portofino is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards summer and spring days. It opens bright and green with basil, neroli, Italian lemon and Sicilian orange. The heart softens into geranium leaf, Florentine iris and mimosa, and the base of Haitian vetiver, musk and amber settles it onto a creamy, warm footing. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Most pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads somewhat more feminine than masculine to voters, though both camps are represented. Jo Malone Basil & Neroli (Cologne) and Diptyque Citronnelle & Géranium have a close profile.

Felci

7.3

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Green · Fruity

L'Erbolario Felci is a fresh, green and fruity men's fragrance that leans towards leisure and daytime wear, from spring through autumn. Felci has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by summer and spring, and few choose winter. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Most voters read it as masculine, though some find it feminine. The opening is cooled by melon, lime and water mint. Towards the heart, white thyme, lavender and cinnamon add a spicy, herbal touch. In the base, patchouli, cedar and vetiver give it a woody, earthy footing, while violet and Florentine iris bring a soft, powdery edge.

Sources d'Origine - Pierre Originelle

7.4

Jardin de France · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jardin de France Sources d'Origine - Pierre Originelle is a fresh, woody unisex scent that sets a spicy opening of cumin and pink pepper against the powdery calm of Florentine iris. Cumin and Madagascan pink pepper lead, and the heart of Egyptian caraway, mint and Florentine iris turns the scent green and powdery. In the base, Ceylonese sandalwood, white musk and Virginia cedar leave a soft, slightly sweet woodiness. The citrus and floral touches keep it light. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though the feminine vote is sizeable. Prada Infusion d'Iris L'Eau d'Iris and Lorenzo Villoresi Yerbamate have a close profile.

Janca

7.0

Acqua di Biella · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Biella Janca is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. It opens with peach, mandarin orange and tamarind for a fruity brightness. In the heart, linden blossom, osmanthus, magnolia and Florentine iris bring a floral, powdery softness, while cardamom adds a light spice. Patchouli, cedarwood and musk settle it onto a woody base. The overall impression is aquatic, green and lightly sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most mentioned occasions. Half of voters call it feminine, with modern and classic following. Its profile is close to Versace Baby Blue Jeans and Aigner Clear Day.

Flaming Red

6.8

Santi Burgas · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Santi Burgas Flaming Red is a floral, sweet oriental that leans towards fall and winter evenings, and it is described as unisex. Bulgarian rose and Florentine iris carry the floral side, while passion fruit adds a fruity brightness. Laotian oud and amber give a woody, resinous depth, and Bourbon vanilla sweetens the whole. A spicy, faintly animal trace stays in the background. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it masculine. Xerjoff Mamluk and Xerjoff Alexandria III have a close profile.

Kristina

7.9

Tiziana Terenzi · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiziana Terenzi Kristina is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent built around grapefruit, bergamot and iris. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn and winter further behind. It leans towards leisure, nights out and daily wear, and it stays clean enough to try at the office too. It opens with grapefruit, Calabrian bergamot and Italian green mandarin orange for a bright citrus feel. In the heart, iris, green tea and blackcurrant soften it into something floral and fruity. The base of galbanum, patchouli, Australian sandalwood and musk settles the green tone on a woody ground, while the sweet and spicy accords stay in the background. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Pamplelune and Gritti 19-68 have a close profile.

Leather Forever

7.5

De Gabor

Spicy · Woody · Animal

De Gabor Leather Forever is a dark unisex scent with a leathery, smoky and animalic character. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, while daytime and summer wear are rare. It opens with cinnamon, Persian saffron and black truffle alongside leather, with rosebud softening the spicy edge. In the heart, patchouli, vetiver, oud and birch build a woody, earthy, smoky base. Castoreum, amber and vanilla then turn the drydown resinous, warm and slightly powdery. Boadicea the Victorious Mayfair and Dior Leather Oud have a close profile.

Round Midnight

8.1

Annette Neuffer · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Annette Neuffer Round Midnight is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that most voters place in winter and fall evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, and voters recommend it mostly for evenings and nights out, with business and daily wear getting a smaller share. Masculine and feminine votes sit almost level, so it wears comfortably either way. It opens with cognac, rum absolute, red mandarin orange and cinnamon, a boozy, fruity warmth. Toward the heart it turns floral and powdery, with jasmine, Bulgarian rose and Florentine iris resting on coffee absolute and burley tobacco. The base settles into creamy, resinous and woody tones from Bourbon vanilla, Siam benzoin, patchouli and sandalwood.