The Perfume Library

1872 for Men

8.2

Clive Christian · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clive Christian 1872 for Men is a green, woody fougère that opens on bergamot, grapefruit and lavender; it is made for men and leans towards spring and summer days. The top is led by bergamot, grapefruit, lavender and rosemary, with nutmeg and pepper adding spice and peach and pineapple a soft fruity touch. In the heart, jasmine and clary sage bring a floral, green transition. The base settles on cedar, patchouli and amber, giving the scent a warm, woody footing. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Its profile is close to Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Lancôme Trophée.

Ambassador Intense

7.6

Gisada · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Gisada Ambassador Intense is a men's fragrance that sets the brightness of bergamot and pink pepper against the sweet, resinous warmth of vanilla, tonka bean and labdanum. It is rated strong in longevity and good in sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading; office wear and summer come well behind. Voters mostly see it as masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, grapefruit and ginger for freshness, while pink pepper and cardamom add spice. Clove, cinnamon and caramel bring sweetness to the heart. The base settles into vanilla, tonka bean, labdanum, leather and patchouli, giving a fruity, gourmand and smoky warmth.

Boss Number One / Boss (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Hugo Boss · 1985

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Boss Number One / Boss Eau de Toilette is a floral and spicy men's fragrance that opens with caraway, juniper and bergamot and dries down to cedar, patchouli and amber. The opening is fresh but sharp: caraway, juniper, basil and green apple, brightened by lemon and grapefruit. In the heart, lavender, rose and jasmine build the floral side, with honey adding sweetness. The base leaves a woody, resinous, slightly leathery floor of patchouli, cedar, tobacco and amber. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, and business, daily and leisure wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and classic. Ted Lapidus Lapidus pour Homme and Davidoff Zino have a close profile.

Freefall - Etruscan Water

8.0

Francesca Bianchi · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Francesca Bianchi Freefall - Etruscan Water is a fresh, green chypre in which bergamot, grapefruit and green mandarin meet oakmoss and vetiver. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it suits evenings and leisure time. Voters mostly read it as masculine, though it is a unisex fragrance. The citrus notes give it a bright start, petitgrain and basil push the green side, and jasmine and orris root add a soft floral touch. Caraway brings spice, while labdanum and ambergris lend a resinous, animal depth. Oakmoss and vetiver keep it on an earthy, woody base.

Fuel for Life Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Diesel · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Diesel Fuel for Life Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, sweet fragrance for men, where fruity, floral and spicy touches sit on a synthetic-leaning base, and it is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind and winter getting the fewest votes. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also finds a place at the office. It opens with aniseed and grapefruit, bright and lightly spiced. In the heart, raspberry sweetness is balanced by the aromatic freshness of lavender. Heliotrope and woods settle underneath, giving a soft, powdery warmth over a woody base.

Angels' Share on the Rocks

8.5

Kilian · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Kilian Angels' Share on the Rocks is a unisex fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with a gourmand sweetness, deepened by spice and wood. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind and summer last. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out; more voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens with an ice accord, aldehydes, bergamot, grapefruit, bitter orange and lemon for a crisp citrus start. In the heart, myrrh, cognac, tonka bean, cinnamon and amber turn it sweet, creamy and spicy. Oak wood absolute leaves a woody base.

Blackberry & Bay (Cologne)

7.8

Jo Malone · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Blackberry & Bay is a unisex cologne whose fresh, fruity character suits spring and summer days. It opens with bay leaf, blackberry and grapefruit, so the citrus brightness sits on a green, lightly spicy backdrop. Blossoms in the heart soften the fruit, and cedarwood and vetiver dry the scent down onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, with winter well behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It leans feminine in the votes, though a good share call it masculine. Fueguia 1833 Darwin and Hermès Concentré de Pamplemousse Rose have a close profile.

Under My Skin

7.8

Francesca Bianchi · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Francesca Bianchi Under My Skin is a unisex scent where leather, spices and carnation lead, wrapped in sweet, resinous and powdery tones. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level, so it doesn't settle into one gender. Leather and spices sharpen with black pepper and carnation, while tonka bean, vanilla and Peru balsam sweeten it into a creamy warmth. Bulgarian rose and orris butter add a powdery, floral side, and castoreum and musk bring an animal depth. Perfumes with a close profile include Francesca Bianchi Freefall - Lost In Heaven and Paris Corner Atoof.

La Nuit de L'Homme (2019) (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Yves Saint Laurent · 2019

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme (2019) is a men's fragrance that moves from a fresh, fruity opening into a spicy, woody, faintly leathery base, made for evenings and the colder months; it has been discontinued. Grapefruit and cardamom give a fresh, lightly sweet start. In the heart, clary sage and lavender absolute lead, then patchouli, vetiver and sandalwood pull the scent toward a woody, oriental finish. A slightly synthetic edge and some sweetness stay through to the base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and few choose summer. It suits dinners and nights out best, though daytime and office wear are possible too. It reads clearly masculine. Calvin Klein Obsession Night for Men and Tonino Lamborghini Feroce have a close profile.

Daisy Eau So Fresh (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Marc Jacobs · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer, for daytime and work hours. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin without crowding the room. Daily wear, leisure and office are the occasions it leans towards. Most voters find it feminine, with a good share calling it modern. It opens with pear, grapefruit and raspberry, a lightly fruity freshness. The heart brings wild rose, apple blossom and violet, with a green, powdery touch alongside. In the base, musk, Virginia cedar and plum soften it and add a little sweetness.

L'Homme À la Rose

7.3

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian L'Homme À la Rose is a fresh, rose-led men's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer. It lasts well and has moderate sillage, so it carries comfortably through the day. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and few pick it for winter. Most voters read it as masculine, while some find it modern or feminine. Grapefruit gives it a bright citrus freshness. Bulgarian damask rose and May rose absolute add a floral layer on top, while French sage and Spanish cistus bring a green, lightly resinous edge. Amberwood supplies a woody, slightly sweet base. DKNY Be Desired and Diesel D Red have a close profile.

Beloved Man

7.9

Amouage · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Amouage Beloved Man is a fresh citrus scent deepened by resin, spice and wood, with a sweet edge; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with evening and leisure wear leading, and it reads masculine and classic. It opens with orange, grapefruit and elemi resin for a bright citrus start. In the heart, iris, geranium, saffron and jasmine add a floral, spicy softness. The base of vetiver, leather, patchouli and cedarwood settles into a woody, resinous foundation.

Sicily

7.6

Mancera · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera Sicily is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh opening of pineapple, peach and grapefruit against a floral heart of jasmine and rose, and it suits spring and summer best. The top is pineapple, peach, grapefruit, bergamot and mandarin orange, bright, citrusy and fruity. The heart brings ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose and violet, a soft floral layer, and the base of white musk and woody notes closes the scent on a sweet, slightly synthetic ground. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer or spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Votes for feminine and masculine character are close, so it can be worn by women and men alike. Spirit Spirit of Violet Kiss and Moschino Pink Bouquet have a close profile.

Tommy Girl

6.9

Tommy Hilfiger · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. Many describe it as feminine, followed by modern. It opens with blackcurrant, mandarin orange and apple blossom. The heart of lily, mint, rose and honeysuckle adds a floral, green freshness. Sandalwood, cedarwood and jasmine soften the base, with an aquatic, sweet touch running through. Spirit Spirit of Fizzy Tangerine and Miss Sixty Flower Power have a close profile.

Bad Boy (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Carolina Herrera · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that sets the brightness of pink pepper, Italian bergamot and grapefruit against the sweetness of cocoa absolute and tonka bean. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer far less favoured. It leans towards nights out, leisure time and evenings, and is chosen less for the office or daily wear. Voters call it masculine and modern. It opens with citrus and peppers: pink, black and white pepper add spice over bergamot and grapefruit. In the heart, vetiver and clary sage give a dry, woody footing. The base brings a gourmand sweetness from cocoa absolute and tonka bean. The overall impression is fresh, spicy and sweet. Bad Boy Power Up Spray and Invictus Victory have a close profile.

Aqva pour Homme Marine (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Bvlgari · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Bvlgari Aqva pour Homme Marine Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits summer and spring days. Most voters pick summer, and many choose spring. Daily wear, leisure and sport lead, though it also works at the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters read it as masculine and modern. Neroli and grapefruit open it with bright citrus. In the heart, Neptune grass and rosemary blossom add a green, aquatic feel. Mineral amber and white cedarwood settle it into a light woody base.

Quorum (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Puig · 1982

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Puig Quorum Eau de Toilette is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter; it has been discontinued. It opens with the brightness of bergamot, lemon and grapefruit, sharpened by cumin. The heart holds jasmine, sandalwood and patchouli, and the base settles on tobacco, leather, moss, frankincense and amber. A green, woody, smoky and leathery character dominates, with animal and earthy shades staying in the background. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. Most pick autumn and winter, followed by spring, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and evenings. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Aigner Silver and Trussardi Uomo have a close profile.

No. 1 for Men

8.0

Clive Christian · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clive Christian No. 1 for Men is a masculine perfume that sets fresh citrus and spice over a floral, woody base, with a sweet, powdery warmth. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters place it in fall and spring, and it is picked mainly for nights out and evenings. Voters mostly call its character masculine and classic. It opens with mandarin orange, grapefruit, lime and tarragon, with cardamom and nutmeg adding spice. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose bring a soft floral note. The base settles into sandalwood, amber and vanilla, where sweetness and a powdery warmth take over. Penhaligon's Malabah and Rasasi Tasmeem Men have a close profile.

Amor Amor (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Cacharel · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Cacharel Amor Amor Eau de Toilette is a fresh women's fragrance that sets bright citrus and fruit on a sweet, floral base. It opens with bergamot, orange, grapefruit and mandarin orange, with blackcurrant adding a fruity depth. In the heart, lily, jasmine and rose build a floral layer, and apricot sweetens it. The base of amber, musk and vanilla closes it softly, with a warm sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, and daily wear and leisure lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine and modern. Armaf Club de Nuit Woman and Biotherm Eau d'Énergie have a close profile.

Symphony

8.5

Louis Vuitton · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Louis Vuitton Symphony is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days, built on grapefruit, bergamot and orange. The scent stays in the bright, juicy side of citrus throughout: grapefruit, bergamot and orange come first, while ginger adds a light spark to the freshness. Floral and fruity accords soften the edges, and a sweet touch keeps it from turning sharp. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads truly in between. Bujairami Unforgettable and Montagne Parfums Harmony have a close profile.

Elysium Eau Intense

7.5

Roja Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Elysium Eau Intense is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer and sits easily in leisure, daytime and business settings. Most voters pick spring and summer, while few choose winter. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters mostly call its character masculine, followed by modern. It opens with grapefruit, bergamot and lavender, while thyme and rhubarb add a green edge to that freshness. In the heart, May rose, jasmine and apple bring a soft floral and fruity touch. Vetiver, cedarwood and vanilla form a woody, lightly sweet base. Elysium pour Homme (Eau de Parfum) and The Dua Brand Supernova have a close profile.

Mandarino di Amalfi Acqua

8.1

Tom Ford · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi Acqua is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days best; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and the occasions it fits are leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters are split between masculine and feminine, which makes it easy for anyone to wear. The opening is led by grapefruit, bergamot, Italian mandarin orange and tarragon, giving a fresh, green, aquatic start. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine and black pepper add a floral, lightly spiced turn. Vetiver, amber and musk soften the base. Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi (Eau de Parfum) and D'Qar Amalfi have a close profile.

Itasca / Le Vetiver - Itasca

8.2

Lubin · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Lubin Itasca / Le Vetiver - Itasca is a masculine scent that pairs fresh citrus with a green, woody and smoky character. Mandarin orange, grapefruit and neroli form a bright citrus layer, while juniper berry, red pine and clary sage add a green, resinous freshness. Cedar, tobacco and frankincense bring a smoky, earthy tone; clove and nutmeg add spice, and amber, myrrh and tonka bean soften the whole blend. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with daily wear, work and leisure leading the occasions. Half of the voters call it masculine, and some find it classic. Lubin Le Vetiver and Le Labo Vetiver 46 (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

L'Homme Ultime

8.1

Yves Saint Laurent · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Ultime is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter a distant choice. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and most voters read it as masculine and modern. It opens with ginger, cardamom and grapefruit, fresh and lightly spiced. Clary sage, rose and geranium bring a soft floral heart. Cedar and vetiver set a woody base, and the overall impression is fruity and mildly sweet. Kenzo Kenzo Homme Night and Le Couvent Eau du Cloître have a close profile.