The Perfume Library

Curve for Men (Cologne)

7.3

Curve · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Curve for Men (Cologne) is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. It opens bright and fruity with neroli, pineapple, lavender and lemon. Coriander, cardamom and ginger bring a spicy touch to the heart. Vetiver, sandalwood and amber settle into a sweet, woody base, with a slightly synthetic sparkle running through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. It reads masculine yet modern. La Rive Blue Line and Hugo Boss Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Artisan Black

7.1

John Varvatos · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

John Varvatos Artisan Black is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance; it has been discontinued, but its bright profile suits easy daytime wear. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business wear. Voters mostly call it masculine, with modern in second place. It opens with blackcurrant bud, mint, mandarin orange and blood orange, a fruity and fresh start, with basil and thyme adding a green edge. In the heart, cardamom, ginger and neroli lend spice and a soft floral touch. The base of patchouli, vetiver and leather dries down to a woody finish.

Qué Chimba!

7.6

Lorenzo Pazzaglia · 2025

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Qué Chimba! is a modern-leaning unisex scent that pairs a fresh, fruity brightness with spicy, creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards evenings out and leisure time. It sits between masculine and feminine, with voters tilting slightly masculine. The top opens with peach, passion fruit and guava alongside cinnamon, ginger, clove and star anise. The heart brings Damask rose, heliotrope, tonka bean and tobacco. In the base, vanilla, benzoin, amber and patchouli settle into a warm, creamy foundation. Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sun-Gria and Afnan Perfumes 9pm have a close profile.

Vibrant Leather Summer

7.7

Zara · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Vibrant Leather Summer is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens on bergamot, mandarin orange and ginger, and suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring, mainly for leisure, daily wear and sport. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and its character is voted masculine and modern. It has been discontinued. The top notes of bergamot, mandarin orange and ginger give a bright citrus start. Neroli and lotus in the heart add a floral, green touch. Ambroxan, cedar and blond woods dry it down into a clean, woody base.

Mazaaj Infused

7.6

Zimaya

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zimaya Mazaaj Infused is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with a bright citrus base of bergamot, orange and citron. Ginger adds a little spice in the heart, and neroli brings a light floral touch. In the base, woody notes, frankincense and ambroxan settle it into a soft woodiness, while green and aquatic tones keep the air fresh. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with daily wear, leisure and sport leading, and it sits comfortably at the office too. It reads masculine, yet modern. Victory Radiant and Sorvella Neroli & Citron have a close profile.

Durra

7.8

The Spirit of Dubai · 2017

Floral · Aquatic · Spicy

The Spirit of Dubai Durra is a unisex scent that sets a floral, aquatic and spicy character over a woody, oriental and leathery base. Its longevity and sillage are rated very strong. Voters lean towards autumn, then spring and winter, and pick it for leisure, nights out and evenings. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic or modern. The top is bright with lemon, grapefruit, bergamot and ozonic notes. Honey, jasmine, saffron and oud come through in the heart. Tobacco, amber and leather settle into a sweet, warm base. The Spirit of Dubai Abjar and Nabeel Al Bashiq have a close profile.

Into the Wild

7.2

Maison Matine · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Maison Matine Into the Wild is a unisex scent with a fresh, green and spicy character, softened by floral and woody tones. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is rarely chosen. Leisure, daily wear and the office get the most votes. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it leans neither way. Juniper berry, cardamom and pepper give a crisp, spicy opening. In the heart, frangipani, magnolia and ginger add a floral softness. Chocolate sits in the base. The green and woody accords keep the whole composition cool. Angéliques sous la Pluie and Celadon have a close profile.

Phantasma

7.3

Liquides Imaginaires · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Liquides Imaginaires Phantasma is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent, with green, spicy and powdery sides that keep it light and woody. Yuzu and ginger bring a bright, slightly sharp edge, while black tea sets it on a dry, clean base. Rice powder adds a soft powdery touch, and woods with Canary Islands juniper give the scent its woody frame throughout. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring, fall and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it leans neither way. The House of Oud The Time and L'Artisan Parfumeur Iris de Gris have a close profile.

Must pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) / Must de Cartier pour Homme

8.0

Cartier · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Cartier Must pour Homme / Must de Cartier pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that sets a citrus and green freshness over a sweet, spicy and woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, then spring, and evening, night out and leisure wear lead the occasions. Many see it as masculine and classic. It opens with grapefruit, bergamot and mandarin orange for citrus freshness, while aniseed and olive leaf add a green edge. Cinnamon and ginger bring spice in the heart. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood sweeten it, with vetiver and cedar leaving a dry, woody finish.

Eau Divine

7.3

Divine · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Divine Eau Divine is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer, with a light green and floral character. It opens with nutmeg, green mandarin orange, star anise and ginger, where citrus and spice keep each other in check. In the heart, orange blossom and violet leaf add a soft, green floral note. Musk, labdanum and white amber close it with a quiet warmth. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Votes for feminine and masculine are close. Nishane Wūlóng Chá and Sylvaine Delacourte Oranzo have a similar profile.

L'Eau de Tarocco

7.5

Diptyque · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Diptyque L'Eau de Tarocco is a unisex scent that softens fresh, floral citrus with spice, and it leans towards daily wear in warm months. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily and leisure wear come first. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Masculine and feminine votes sit almost level, giving it a balanced character. Orange, blood orange and grapefruit bring the freshness. In the heart, turmeric, cinnamon, saffron and ginger add a warm spiciness, while rose and orange blossom carry the floral side. In the base, cedar, musk and frankincense leave a soft, woody footing. A fruity facet runs through it as well.

Prelude to Love Invitation (Perfume)

6.9

Kilian · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Kilian Prelude to Love Invitation is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, slightly green citrus of lemon, bergamot and orange over a floral, powdery base; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, bergamot and orange. In the heart, pepper, ginger, orange blossom and neroli add both spice and flower to the citrus, while musk and iris in the base soften everything into a powdery sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear and leisure the most common settings and business not far behind. More voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. Custo Barcelona Custo Man and Guerlain Cologne du Parfumeur have a close profile.

Classique Pin-Up

7.7

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Pin-Up is a feminine scent that pairs bright lemon with the sweet, creamy, powdery softness of marshmallow and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon and ginger, fresh and citrusy. In the heart, marshmallow and orange blossom turn it floral and gourmand. Vanilla and ambergris soften the base, and the accords also carry fruity and synthetic tones. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer and winter chosen less often. Night out, evening and daily wear are named about equally. Voters call it feminine, and some find it modern. Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Cabaret and Marbert Woman Pure have a close profile.

L'Eau de L'Eau

7.1

Diptyque · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Diptyque L'Eau de L'Eau is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that sets mandarin orange, grapefruit and petitgrain against clove and cinnamon. It opens on mandarin orange, grapefruit, petitgrain and lemon. Clove, lavender and orange blossom pull the citrus toward spicy, floral ground. Tonka bean, patchouli and benzoin leave a sweet, woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading. Masculine and feminine votes are nearly even. It has been discontinued.

Tonkin Musk

8.6

Ensar Oud · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Un Paseo por Madrid - El Cielo Sobre la Plaza de Oriente

7.8

Loewe · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Loewe Un Paseo por Madrid - El Cielo Sobre la Plaza de Oriente is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a floral, sweet and faintly smoky warmth; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters find it wearable through all four seasons, with autumn and spring slightly ahead, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. It reads more feminine than masculine, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. Tangerine, ginger and neroli give it a bright start. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine and ylang-ylang add a soft floral body. Cocoa, amber and frankincense in the base sweeten it and turn it spicy, woody and smoky.

Zizonia

7.2

Penhaligon's · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Penhaligon's Zizonia is a unisex scent where citrus and spice meet on a fresh, green, woody base; it leans towards everyday wear and has been discontinued. It opens with orange, coriander and bergamot, a bright citrus start. In the heart, geranium, black pepper, nutmeg and cumin bring the spice forward, with lavender softening the picture. The base of vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli dries down to a powdery, woody warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend spring, fall and summer, with winter a minority pick. It sits closer to daily, leisure and office wear. Votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. Creed Cèdre Blanc and Creed Erolfa have a close profile.

Luna Rossa Eau Sport

7.0

Prada · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prada Luna Rossa Eau Sport is a fresh, citrus and aquatic men's fragrance with a sporty feel, leaning towards daily wear and the warmer months. It opens with a bright citrus base of citron and bergamot. In the heart, ginger adds spice while lavender brings a soft floral touch. Cedarwood and ambergris settle underneath, giving the scent a woody, lightly powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily, sport and leisure wear come up most often, with business wear close behind. It reads masculine, but its modern, clean character keeps it easy. Yves Saint Laurent Y (2022) (Eau de Toilette) and Lanvin L'Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

L'Enfant Terrible

8.2

Givenchy · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Givenchy L'Enfant Terrible is a unisex scent that pairs the brightness of Italian bergamot with ginger and black tea, settling into a woody warmth. It opens with Italian bergamot, which gives a fresh, citrusy lift. In the heart, Sri Lankan black tea and ginger add a dry, spicy edge while the sweetness stays in the background. The base of cedarwood, Ambrox, musk and labdanum absolute softens it into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Votes on character lean masculine, though feminine and modern votes are well represented too.

Royal Leather

7.9

Charriol · 2012

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Charriol Royal Leather is a men's fragrance that carries a leathery, smoky and spicy streak beneath a sweet, fruity surface; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring well behind. It leans towards night outs and evenings, and more than half of voters read its character as masculine, with some calling it classic. It opens on a spicy start of pink pepper, ginger and saffron. In the heart, leather, iris and dried fruits build a sweet, earthy body. Cedarwood, sandalwood and amber leave a warm, woody base. Yves Saint Laurent Noble Leather and Davidoff Horizon Extreme have a close profile.

Vermilion Orange

8.4

Annette Neuffer · 2020

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Annette Neuffer Vermilion Orange is a unisex scent that sets citrus and spice on a floral, sweet base. Its longevity is strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and the votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably between the two. The top opens bright and spicy with blood orange, pink pepper, cardamom and ginger. In the heart, jasmine, osmanthus and rose add a soft floral layer. The base settles into a sweet, resinous, woody warmth of Bourbon vanilla, myrrh and patchouli. Annette Neuffer Mellis and ID Parfums Cap d'Ambre have a close profile.

Un Amore Eterno

8.0

Roja Parfums · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Roja Parfums Un Amore Eterno is a discontinued unisex fragrance that sets a sweet floral core against spice, wood and a powdery edge. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards night-out and evening wear. It doesn't lean clearly masculine or feminine, as votes split closely between the two. It opens with lemon, then a floral heart of heliotrope, tuberose, violet, Grasse jasmine and May rose. The base turns sweet and dark with coffee, cocoa, vanilla and saffron over patchouli and cedarwood, while clove and ginger add spice.

Oud Vendôme

7.7

Ex Nihilo · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ex Nihilo Oud Vendôme is a unisex fragrance that links an opening of ginger, saffron and cinnamon to a resinous, smoky base of oud, frankincense and musk. It opens spicy and sweet with ginger, saffron and cinnamon. Cedarwood and galbanum add a woody, slightly green heart. In the base, oud, frankincense and musk take over, and the scent settles into a resinous, creamy, smoky oriental. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and evenings out. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. Lattafa Opulent Oud and Widian Black I have a close profile.

Gentlemen Only Casual Chic

6.9

Givenchy · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Givenchy Gentlemen Only Casual Chic is a fresh, citrusy and woody men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and leisure time. It opens with juniper, ginger and cardamom, giving a spicy freshness. Cedar and birch form a woody heart, and sandalwood and ambroxan soften the base. Aquatic and green tones lead, while a sweet, synthetic touch stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is used for daily wear, leisure and the office. It is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Montblanc Starwalker and Burberry Mr. Burberry have a close profile.