The Perfume Library

Hugo Deep Red

7.5

Hugo Boss · 2001

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Hugo Boss Hugo Deep Red is a women's perfume that links a fresh fruity opening of mandarin orange and blood orange to a sweet, powdery floral heart and a vanilla base. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, yet it also sits close to daily wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, and most voters find it feminine. The top notes of mandarin orange, blood orange, clementine, pear and blackcurrant give it a bright, juicy start. In the heart, freesia, tuberose and ginger flower build the floral core while ginger adds a light spice. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, cedarwood and musk settles it into a sweet, woody, soft finish.

Olympēa Legend

7.7

Rabanne · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rabanne Olympēa Legend is a sweet, gourmand oriental with floral, fruity and spicy sides, and it reads as feminine. Vanilla, tonka bean absolute and amber build a sweet, creamy base. Date palm blossom and ginger flower add a soft floral touch and a little spice, while salted plum balances the sweetness with a fruity edge. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards night outs and evenings. It mostly reads as feminine, with a modern side too.

Yes I Am

7.4

Cacharel · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Cacharel Yes I Am is a feminine scent that sets a floral, fruity character against a sweet, creamy gourmand touch, and it suits fall and winter days best. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It sits comfortably in daily wear, leisure time and evenings out. It reads feminine and modern. It opens with mandarin orange zest and raspberry, bright and juicy. In the heart, gardenia, jasmine, ginger flower and amber build a warm floral core. Cardamom, milk and sandalwood settle into a creamy, lightly spiced sweetness at the base. Cacharel Yes I Am Delicious and La Rive My Only Wish share a close profile.

Halloween Man

7.2

Halloween · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Halloween Man is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, spicy body, and it reads as modern and masculine. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend it for autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Most voters call it masculine. Violet leaf, basil and mandarin orange give a fresh, slightly green start, while Martini adds a light fruity sweetness. In the heart, cinnamon, lavender and orange blossom lead, with ginger flower softening the spice. The base of vanilla, leather, musk and ambergris leaves a gourmand, oriental warmth. A synthetic sheen runs through the accords.

Ruby Red / Red Storm

8.1

The House of Oud · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The House of Oud Ruby Red / Red Storm is a floral, sweet unisex perfume, with fruity and gourmand tones set on a creamy base and a touch of spice. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen most for evenings and nights out. It leans feminine, though plenty of voters call it modern. It opens with ginger and tangerine, and the heart of ginger flower, ylang-ylang and tuberose adds a soft floral layer. In the base, vanilla, candied ginger and musk sweeten it and settle into a creamy warmth.

Tutti Twilly d'Hermès

6.0

Hermès · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Hermès Tutti Twilly d'Hermès is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, and towards leisure and everyday wear. Lychee, ginger flower and musk are its three notes, and they read as a single whole. Lychee brings a fruity sweetness over a fresh, floral base, ginger flower adds a light spicy edge, and musk softens everything. There is also a slightly synthetic sheen. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither dominates nor fades quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and name leisure and daily wear as the occasions. Voters most often call its character feminine, with modern a clear second. Dior Rose Star and Swarovski Aura (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Black Woman (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Mexx · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Black Woman Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral and fruity women's scent that leans towards daily wear and the warmer part of the year. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads light. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, with winter well behind. Daily, leisure and business settings come first, and it is mostly seen as feminine and modern. Emil Élise Choose Happiness and Calvin Klein Eternity Rose Blush have a close profile. Peony, freesia, pot marigold and ginger flower open fresh and floral. In the heart, lotus meets apricot, lychee and pear, which soften it and add sweetness. The base of amber, vanilla and sandalwood leaves a warm, woody finish.

Eau Tropicale

6.9

Sisley · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sisley Eau Tropicale is a fresh, floral-fruity women's fragrance that voters place mostly in spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Voters choose it mainly for daily wear, leisure and the office, and most see it as feminine. The top is bergamot, passion fruit, hibiscus, frangipani and ginger flower, giving a citrusy, green freshness. Turkish rose, violet and tuberose soften the heart into something floral. Cedar, ambrette seed and patchouli settle the base into a lightly woody, sweet finish.

Jasminisha

7.4

Moresque · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Moresque Jasminisha is a unisex scent that opens on mandarin orange and ginger, settles into a floral heart of jasmine and orange blossom, and ends on vanilla and amber. The fresh, lightly spicy start of mandarin orange and ginger gives way to ginger flower, orange blossom and jasmine in the heart. In the base, vanilla, candied ginger, white musk and amber come forward, so the dry-down reads sweet, gourmand and creamy. Fruity and oriental touches sit behind the floral core. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, while evening and office use also fit. It reads feminine to most voters, though it is presented as unisex.

Wanted Girl

7.0

Azzaro · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Azzaro Wanted Girl is a feminine scent that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a creamy, gourmand texture, suiting fall and winter days, relaxed hours and evenings out. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring following. It is chosen most for leisure and daily wear, and also for evening and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, and some call it modern. It opens with orange blossom absolute, ginger flower and pomegranate, which bring out the floral and spicy side. Datura and dulce de leche follow in the heart, turning the scent sweeter and creamier. Haitian vetiver and tonka bean settle underneath, wrapping that sweetness in an earthy base. Cacharel Yes I Am and Guess Seductive Red share a close profile.

White Song

7.6

Roos & Roos · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Roos & Roos White Song is a sweet, powdery floral oriental built around almond blossom, ginger flower and night-blooming jasmine; it is made for women and has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings, nights out and leisure time are the most named occasions. It mostly reads as feminine. It opens with almond blossom and ginger flower, light and floral, before night-blooming jasmine takes over the heart. Amber and spices sweeten the base and give it an oriental warmth. Fueguia 1833 Msheireb and Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge have a close profile.

Artimitia

7.5

Onyrico · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Onyrico Artimitia is a feminine scent that wears most comfortably in fall and spring, opening with ginger and mandarin orange before settling into a sweet, floral body. It starts fresh and spicy with mandarin orange and ginger. In the heart, orange blossom, champaca and ginger flower build the floral side, while caramel pulls it towards a creamy, gourmand direction. In the base, vanilla, candied ginger, white musk and amber keep the sweetness going, with woody notes adding a light dryness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters call it feminine, and fall comes first, followed by spring. Leisure, a night out and evening are the occasions that come up most. Moresque Jasminisha and Parfums d'Elmar Momona have a close profile.

Choice by Comma

6.1

Mäurer & Wirtz · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Mäurer & Wirtz Choice by Comma is a sweet, fresh women's fragrance that opens on peach, plum and ginger flower, and it suits everyday wear; it has been discontinued. The opening is fruity and fresh, with peach, plum and ginger flower. Peony and osmanthus bring a floral heart, and musk and sandalwood settle underneath, leaving a woody, powdery base. A sweet, slightly synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and office wear lead the occasions; most see it as feminine and modern. Salvatore Ferragamo Incanto and Zarkoperfume Youth have a close profile.

Alibi (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Oscar de la Renta · 2021

Floral · Aquatic · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Oscar de la Renta Alibi Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet and gourmand women's scent that opens with ginger flower and mandarin orange and settles on praliné and musk. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer trailing behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Ginger flower and mandarin open with a sweet brightness. In the heart, vanilla orchid and heliotrope add a creamy, softly powdery feel, while aquatic notes lend the sweetness a light freshness. Praliné, musk and amberwood leave a warm, gourmand trail at the base. Guess Bella Vita and Ariana Grande Cloud Pink have a close profile.

Yes I Am Pink First

6.2

Cacharel · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Cacharel Yes I Am Pink First is a fresh, fruity and sweet floral with a softly powdery, creamy side, reading as modern and feminine. Pear and raspberry give a fresh, juicy fruit opening. Ginger flower and orange blossom bring the floral heart forward. Sandalwood and cardamom in the base soften it, and the gourmand, creamy side shows up here. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Voters mostly call its character feminine and modern. Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Glacé and Cacharel Yes I Am have a close profile.

Extatic Tiger Orchid

7.8

Balmain · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Balmain Extatic Tiger Orchid is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with pink pepper and ginger flower, and the heart builds a floral core from ylang-ylang, night-blooming jasmine and tiger orchid. In the base, benzoin and patchouli deepen the sweetness and spice, while cashmere wood adds a woody footing. The overall impression is a fruity, powdery, creamy-edged oriental floral. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with nights out and evenings leading, though leisure and daily wear also fit. It reads feminine. Armani Privé Rouge Malachite and Prada La Femme Intense have a close profile.

Cranberry

6.9

Marc Jacobs · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marc Jacobs Cranberry is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy character with fruity sweetness; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and pink grapefruit alongside cranberry. In the heart, red currant, honeysuckle and ginger flower add a soft floral-fruity note, while ozone keeps the air cool. Vetiver, woods and musk form a simple woody base. Voters find both longevity and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office. It leans somewhat feminine. Roberto Cavalli Paradiso and Parfums d'Elmar Mahina have a close profile.

My Only Wish

7.4

La Rive

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

La Rive My Only Wish is a soft, powdery and creamy feminine perfume, floral and fruity at heart with a gourmand sweetness running through it. It opens bright with lemon, bergamot, mandarin orange and raspberry. The heart turns floral with jasmine, rose, gardenia and orange blossom, warmed by amber and ginger flower. The base settles into vanilla, caramel, milk, cardamom and sandalwood, leaving a sweet, creamy, lightly spiced trail. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring close behind and summer trailing. It is worn from daily routines to evenings out. Half of voters find it feminine. Cacharel Yes I Am and Diesel Loverdose Tattoo have a close profile.

Urban Motion Woman

6.5

Puma · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Puma Urban Motion Woman is a fresh, fruity and lightly sweet women's fragrance with an easygoing, everyday character; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is the least chosen season. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for sport and work. The top opens bright with pineapple, yuzu and mandarin orange. In the heart, raspberry, pear, apple blossom and ginger flower join fruit to a soft floral side. The base of musk, amber, white woods and vanilla sweetens it gently and finishes with a balanced warmth.

Moon Milk (Hair & Body Mist)

8.4

Being Frenshe · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Being Frenshe Moon Milk is a hair and body mist built on oat milk, vanilla and musk, a sweet, creamy, gourmand scent softened by spice, aimed at women. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so this mist stays close to the skin and leaves a light trail. The vote counts are small, so those ratings are tentative; still, voters rate the scent and its value for money highly. The top opens with bergamot, orange and nutmeg, and the heart adds a spicy warmth through cinnamon, ginger flower and cardamom. In the base, oat milk, musk and vanilla take over and settle it into a creamy, sweet finish. Bibliothèque de Parfum Imaginarium and Birkholz Vanilla Vibes have a close profile.

Rubia Sucrée

7.6

Francesca Dell'Oro · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Francesca Dell'Oro Rubia Sucrée is a unisex fragrance that joins the brightness of mandarin orange, ginger flower and lemon zest to the sweetness of vanilla and tonka bean. It opens fresh and citrusy with mandarin orange and lemon zest, while ginger flower and fig leaf add a light spicy, green edge. In the heart, jasmine absolute, almond and precious woods come forward. The base of vanilla, sandalwood and tonka bean settles it into a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer and winter also get a fair share. Leisure and evening are the most common uses, with night out close behind. Marcoccia Zaahra and Franck Boclet Tonka have a close profile.

Angel Sunessence Édition Bleu Lagon

8.3

Mugler · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mugler Angel Sunessence Édition Bleu Lagon is a fresh, sweet feminine scent built on patchouli and vanilla alongside starfruit and ginger flower; it has been discontinued. The accords lean fresh, citrusy and aquatic, with floral and fruity tones softening them. Vanilla brings a gourmand sweetness, while patchouli adds a woody, faintly spicy depth. The notes don't unfold in stages; the scent reads as one whole from start to finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and evening standing out. Nearly half of voters call it feminine, and some find it modern. The number of votes is small, though, so these impressions are not conclusive.

Cool Water Pure Pacific

6.0

Davidoff · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Davidoff Cool Water Pure Pacific is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance, with green and spicy touches that keep the coolness from feeling flat. The perfume has been discontinued, and it is rated moderate for both longevity and sillage, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than leaving a heavy trail. With no season or occasion votes to go on, there is little more to say about when it suits best. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit for a bright citrus start. In the heart, sage, basil, mint and ginger flower push it towards green and lightly spicy. Vetiver, sandalwood and juniper form the base, while sweet and fruity accords soften the chill. Escada Escada Sport Spirit and Davidoff Cool Water Into the Ocean have a close profile.

Peau de Lumière Magique

7.6

Starck · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Starck Peau de Lumière Magique is a fresh, citrusy scent with floral and green touches, made for women and suited to everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though with few votes, so that note should be read with some caution. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring close behind. It fits daytime, leisure, evenings out and the office. Voters mostly call its character feminine, then classic. Citrus notes and jasminum auriculatum lead the scent, with ginger flower softening the floral side. Patchouli and pepper add a light spicy, oriental edge. The overall impression is fresh, green and fruity, with a sweet, creamy touch in the background.