The Perfume Library

Legacy

8.7

Maison Asrar · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Asrar Legacy is a fresh, citrusy and gently sweet unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. It leans slightly masculine in the votes but reads modern, and it sits comfortably on women too. The top is bergamot zest, pear and ginger, bright and fruity. In the heart, orange blossom and jasmine add a soft floral note, balanced by woody notes. The base of vanilla, musk and amber sweetens the scent and settles it into a warm finish.

Diamant

6.7

Rammstein · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rammstein Diamant is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Ginger, sage and galbanum open with a green, spicy coolness. In the heart, mandarin orange, yuzu zest and grapefruit bring the citrus forward; in the base, terranol, crystal amber and blond woods settle it onto a woody, synthetic footing. The aquatic side keeps the whole accord line light. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and business the most mentioned settings. Masculine and feminine votes are almost level, so it sits in between on gender. Azzaro Chrome and Mercedes-Benz Cologne have a close profile.

Moroccan Leather

7.6

Memo Paris · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Memo Paris Moroccan Leather is a unisex scent that ties a fresh, green opening to a leathery, woody base, and it sits most comfortably in fall and spring. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind and summer well back. It leans towards evenings and nights out, with leisure and business wear also getting votes. Though unisex, more voters read it as masculine. It opens with mandarin orange and ginger, a bright, spicy first impression. In the heart, orange blossom absolute, orris butter and ylang-ylang add a soft floral note. The base is dominated by galbanum, vetiver, leather and styrax, with tonka bean and musk sweetening that firm backbone slightly.

Amour de Palazzo

7.9

Jul et Mad · 2012

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Jul et Mad Amour de Palazzo is a warm unisex scent that pairs a sweet, spicy core with woody, leathery and smoky tones, suited to fall and winter evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions, while summer is rarely chosen. Masculine and feminine votes run close, so it sits between the two. It opens with nutmeg, ginger, pepper and clove in a spicy start. Indonesian patchouli, violet absolute, leather and labdanum come forward in the heart, and castoreum, oud and amber settle it into a sweet, resinous, earthy warmth. LM Parfums Black Oud and Rasasi Dhanal Oudh Nashwah have a close profile.

Sahara Blue

8.1

Moresque · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Moresque Sahara Blue is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh opening of lemon and Granny Smith apple with lavender, jasmine sambac and algae for a seaside feel. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn behind and winter least favoured. Leisure, daily wear and nights out lead, and it works for the office too. Most voters read it as masculine, though it stays unisex in spirit. The top is lemon, Granny Smith apple, pink pepper and ginger: fresh, fruity and lightly spiced. Lavender, jasmine sambac and coriander add a soft floral heart. In the base, musk, algae, amber and oakmoss settle the aquatic feel onto a woody, resinous footing.

Opus VIII

7.7

Amouage · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Amouage Opus VIII is a unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings, with a floral and spicy character softened by sweet resins. It opens with Morrocan orange blossom, Comorian ylang-ylang and Indian jasmine sambac for a floral start. In the heart, vetiver, frankincense, ginger, gaiac wood and saffron build a spicy, smoky, woody feel. The base of benzoin, bay rum and balsam sweetens it into a powdery, resinous warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead, with daytime use less common. Feminine and masculine votes are almost even, so it reads as truly unisex. Maria Candida Gentile Sideris and M. Micallef Gaïac have a close profile.

Bass Solo

7.6

The Vagabond Prince · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Vagabond Prince Bass Solo is a unisex scent that moves from a fresh, citrusy opening into a woody, resinous and earthy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, and it leans towards evenings, leisure and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. Cardamom, lime and ginger give a fresh, spicy start. In the heart, lavender, birch tar and cedar bring a woody dryness. The base of driftwood, amber, sandalwood and patchouli settles warm, resinous and slightly creamy.

Dangerous Complicity

6.6

Etat Libre d'Orange · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Etat Libre d'Orange Dangerous Complicity is a unisex gourmand-leaning scent that balances floral and fruity sweetness with spice and wood. It opens with rum, ginger and coconut, sweet and spiced at once. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine absolute and osmanthus absolute bring the floral side forward. The base of Lorenox™, sandalwood and patchouli gives it a woody footing, while powdery, creamy and slightly leathery touches soften the sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine, though as a unisex scent it suits men too. Etat Libre d'Orange True Lust and DKNY Liquid Cashmere Black have a close profile.

Ambre de Cabochard

7.4

Grès · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Grès Ambre de Cabochard is a feminine scent that pairs blueberry and blackcurrant with spices before settling into amber, tonka bean and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. It leans towards fall and winter, though spring wear is common too. It has been worn from daytime to evening, and its longevity and sillage are moderate. The top notes are blueberry, blackcurrant, mandarin orange, cardamom and cinnamon, so fruity brightness meets spice. Lily of the valley, tuberose and cyclamen give the heart a floral softness. The base of tonka bean, amber, patchouli and vanilla leaves a sweet, powdery, woody warmth.

Infusion de Gingembre

7.9

Prada · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Prada Infusion de Gingembre is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent led by green mandarin orange and ginger. Green mandarin orange opens it brightly, while geranium and ginger in the heart add a spicy, green edge. Musk and vetiver in the base settle it onto a woody, lightly powdery footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters split evenly between masculine and feminine. Davidoff Adventure Eau Fraîche and Dunhill Amalfi Citrus have a close profile.

Rendez-Vous à Paris

7.5

Montale · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Montale Rendez-Vous à Paris is a unisex scent that pairs the freshness of pear and rhubarb with rose and white blossoms, settling into a sweet vanilla sugar base. It opens fresh and fruity with pear and rhubarb. Rose and white blossoms lead the heart, while ginger and patchouli add a spicy, slightly earthy edge to the floral core. In the base, musk, amber and vanilla sugar soften and sweeten the scent. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. Leisure and daily wear lead, though some wear it for nights out. Around half of voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Swiss Arabian Royal Mystery and Bond No. 9 Bryant Park have a close profile.

Emporio Armani White for Her

8.0

Giorgio Armani · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani White for Her is a fresh, green women's fragrance that pairs citrus with a light touch of spice; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot and mandarin orange for citrus brightness, while blackcurrant leaf adds a green edge. In the heart, clove and ginger bring spice, balanced by the coolness of mint and fig leaf. The base of blond woods and white musk softens everything into a powdery, lightly sweet woodiness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, office and leisure lead the occasions. Half of the voters read it as feminine. Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani White for Her Red and Carthusia Prima del Teatro di San Carlo have a close profile.

Heliaca

7.6

Le Couvent · 2019

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Le Couvent Heliaca is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, sweet opening on a spicy, woody and resinous base. Bergamot gives a bright, fresh start. In the heart, cardamom and ginger bring the spice forward, with the sweetness sitting behind them. Oud in the base adds an oriental depth and a woody weight. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, then winter, and it is worn for leisure, evenings and nights out. Most voters find it masculine, though a good share call it feminine. Yas Perfumes Taj and Xerjoff Zefiro have a close profile.

Sable Marocain / Morocco Sand

7.7

Phaedon · 2013

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Phaedon Sable Marocain / Morocco Sand is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent for autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is most often matched with evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. Cocoa and Moroccan labdanum build a sweet, resinous base, with ginger adding spice and citrus fruits a light lift. Gaiac wood and vetiver pull it towards an earthy, smoky woodiness, and a soft powdery note sits behind. Perfumes with a close profile include Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum) and Esteban Tonka.

Dubai - Fakhama

7.9

The Spirit of Dubai · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Fakhama is a unisex oriental that sets a floral, sweet body against spice, resin and leather. It opens with coffee, orange and bergamot for a fruity lift, while cardamom and rose add a floral, spiced edge. The heart leans on saffron, sandalwood and vanilla; in the base, amber, caramel, leather and frankincense settle it into a warm, resinous, slightly animalic finish. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits evenings and nights out best. Masculine leads the character votes, though feminine draws a fair share. The Spirit of Dubai Narjesi and Nabeel Maghateer have a close profile.

Rebelle (Eau de Parfum)

6.6

Rihanna · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Rihanna Rebelle Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that carries the fruity sweetness of ginger, strawberry and plum into a gourmand base of cocoa and coffee; it has been discontinued. It opens with ginger's spice meeting sweet strawberry and plum. In the heart, orchid and heliotrope add a soft, powdery floral touch while cocoa deepens the sweetness. The base of patchouli, coffee, amber and musk settles it into a warm, oriental feel. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits leisure, evening and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. Carolina Herrera Good Girl and Mugler Angel have a close profile.

Zeste de Gingembre

7.7

Heeley · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Heeley Zeste de Gingembre is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits warm weather and everyday wear; most voters pick summer and spring. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin without leaving a heavy trail. Voters place it in leisure, daily and office use, with very few choosing it for evenings. Most read it as somewhat masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. The top notes are orange zest, lime and lemon, giving a fresh, green and fruity opening. Ginger sits in the heart, and the base of black pepper, cardamom and pink pepper adds a spicy, lightly woody finish. The sweetness stays in the background. Frapin L'Humaniste Extrême and Profumi di Pantelleria Dammuso have a close profile.

Eau de Sisley 3

6.9

Sisley · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sisley Eau de Sisley 3 is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance led by grapefruit, lemon and bergamot; it has been discontinued. It opens bright with grapefruit, lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange. In the heart, ginger adds spice and osmanthus a soft floral touch. The base settles on vetiver, patchouli and musk for a woody footing, with benzoin and vanilla sweetening it slightly. Green and fruity tones keep the whole thing airy. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine.

Lovers

6.9

Fragrance Du Bois · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Fragrance Du Bois Lovers is a unisex scent that opens on passion fruit, bergamot and plum, moves through rose and jasmine, and settles into vetiver and sandalwood. The top notes of passion fruit, bergamot, ginger and plum give a fresh, fruity start with a light spiciness. In the heart, saffron, jasmine and rose add a soft floral layer, while vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli build a woody base. Sweet and creamy accents run alongside. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters spread across all four seasons fairly evenly, with fall slightly ahead, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though leisure wear is also common. It reads somewhat more feminine than masculine to voters, with a real share on the masculine side. Gritti Anima and Miss Sixty Rock Muse have a close profile.

Desert Rose

7.2

Urban Scents · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Urban Scents Desert Rose is a fresh, spicy and lightly sweet unisex scent built around cardamom, ginger and rose. Spices, cardamom and ginger give the scent a warm, lively edge from the first moment, while rose softens them with a floral touch. Musk and salicylate stay in the background and give it a clean, slightly synthetic feel; green and woody tones keep the sweetness from turning heavy. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and it wears easily in summer too. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and evenings suit it as well. More voters read it as feminine, though it sits comfortably on men too.

Marc Jacobs Men

6.6

Marc Jacobs · 2002

Fresh · Floral · Green

Marc Jacobs Men is a fresh, green men's fragrance softened by floral and spicy touches; it has been discontinued. It opens with ginger, cardamom and bergamot for a spicy lift, while cypress and cumin add a dry, green edge. In the heart, cyclamen, rose and fig leaf bring a floral, watery softness. The base sweetens with tonka bean and settles on a woody ground of cedarwood and patchouli. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and the office, and most voters find it masculine. Its lightly sweet character makes it a daytime scent.

14Hour Dream

7.4

Jusbox · 2015

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Jusbox 14Hour Dream is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring next and summer well behind. Evening, leisure and night-out wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Feminine and masculine votes are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either. The sweet, gourmand side is held in check by spice: saffron and ginger open it up, while vanilla blossom softens the start. In the heart, orris butter adds a powdery feel, and black pepper absolute and patchouli bring an earthy warmth. It settles on a woody, creamy base of gaiac wood, cedarwood and sandalwood.

Hugo Element (Eau de Toilette)

4.7

Hugo Boss · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Hugo Element Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy, aquatic men's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with the cool calone note, while coriander and ginger in the heart add a spicy edge. Cedarwood settles underneath and gives the scent a woody base. Alongside the fresh, aquatic character, a faintly sweet and synthetic tone can be felt. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and light. Most voters recommend summer and spring; leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most, with sport not far behind. Most voters call it masculine and modern. Hollister Free Wave for Him and Diesel Only the Brave have a close profile.

Island

8.1

Khadlaj · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Khadlaj Island is a unisex scent that joins a fresh, fruity face to a sweet, creamy woodiness, leaning towards spring and summer and relaxed days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mainly for leisure and daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters call its character masculine and modern more often than feminine, though it still reads as unisex. Cypress, ginger, iris and pineapple give it a fresh, lightly fruity start. Woody notes and coconut form the heart, and the scent dries down into the sweet, powdery warmth of tonka bean, sandalwood, amber and ambergris. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Le Parfum and Zimaya Cult have a close profile.