The Perfume Library

Jaguar · 2025

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Jaguar Era Elixir is a men's fragrance that pairs a spicy opening of black pepper, saffron and cardamom with a sweet, leathery base of vanilla, caramel and tobacco. The top is led by black pepper, saffron, cardamom and bergamot, with grapefruit and mandarin orange adding a fresh, fruity lift. Lily of the valley and violet leaf sit in the heart. In the base, vanilla, caramel and sandalwood turn sweet, while tobacco and leather leave a woody, oriental trail as it dries down. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office, and half of voters read it as masculine. Fendi Fan di Fendi pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Laura Biagiotti Romamor Uomo have a close profile.

Essential Sport

6.0

Lacoste · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Lacoste Essential Sport is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that suits sport and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring. It leans towards sport, leisure and daily wear, works at the office too, and is less often chosen for nights out. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays soft and unobtrusive. It opens with ginger, grapefruit and bergamot, bright and a little fruity. The heart of juniper, green notes and nutmeg adds a light spicy, green touch. Musk, patchouli and vetiver leave a clean, woody base.

Samphire

Laboratory Perfumes · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Laboratory Perfumes Samphire is a fresh, green citrus scent: the brightness of lime and bergamot meets a spicy, woody edge, and it suits both men and women. It opens with lime, bergamot, lemon and black pepper, then moves into mandarin orange, lemon grass, basil and ginger at the heart. In the base, oakmoss and tonka bean soften the citrus, and it dries down to a clean, dry woodiness. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick summer and spring. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though it works as a unisex scent. Omerta Putting Green and Nobile 1942 Vespri Esperidati Colonia Maxima have a close profile.

Nòis

Acqua di Sardegna · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Sardegna Nòis is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent built around tangerine, grapefruit and bergamot. The top is bright with tangerine, grapefruit, lemon and neroli. Almond blossom, iris and rosemary bring a floral, green touch in the heart. Patchouli, cedarwood and vetiver give it a woody base, with musk softening the finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either. Rasasi Oudh al Misk and Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza (Eau de Cologne) have a close profile.

Kristina

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. Karl Lagerfeld Karl Paris 21 Rue Saint-Guillaume and Nicolaï Rose Pivoine have a close profile.

Mémoire d'Homme (Eau de Toilette)

Nina Ricci · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Nina Ricci Mémoire d'Homme Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that opens on grapefruit and liquorice leaf, then ties the spice of ginger and nutmeg to a woody base; it has been discontinued. The top pairs grapefruit with liquorice leaf for a fresh, citrusy, lightly sweet start. Ginger and nutmeg bring a spicy warmth in the heart. The base of blue atlas cedar, vetiver and opoline leaves a woody, earthy, slightly resinous trail, with a synthetic sheen running through the whole. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Voters spread it almost evenly across leisure, evening, daily wear, nights out and business settings. It reads clearly masculine. Davidoff Horizon and Armaf Tag-Him (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Peach Fields (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

Skylar · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Skylar Peach Fields Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity unisex scent, with a sweet and powdery side that stays soft. It opens bright and juicy with grapefruit, white peach and mandarin orange. The heart brings a floral softness through lily of the valley, vanilla and osmanthus, with green and powdery tones coming forward. In the base, musk, sandalwood, cashmere wood and amber settle the scent onto a warm, woody footing. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Its unisex character suits both men and women. Burberry Body (Eau de Parfum) and Dolce & Gabbana L'Eau The One have a close profile.

Vents et Marées (Eau de Parfum)

Molinard · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Molinard Vents et Marées Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with clementine, grapefruit and blackcurrant, bright and fruity. In the heart, marine notes, rose and freesia give it a floral, aquatic feel. Sandalwood, white musk and tonka bean sweeten the base and settle it into a creamy warmth. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with office use also possible. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. The feminine reading is the strongest in the votes, ahead of modern and masculine. Santa Maria Novella Angeli di Firenze / Angels of Florence and Giorgio Armani Ocean di Gioia have a close profile.

Harvest Season

d'Annam · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

d'Annam Harvest Season is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent set on a green, spicy and woody footing. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it makes itself known up close rather than filling a room. Being unisex, it sits easily on men and women alike. The top is pink pepper, grapefruit and orange, bright and lightly peppery. In the heart, rose, violet and rice straw add a floral, green softness. The base of vetiver and patchouli brings it down to an earthy, woody finish. Kerosene Santalum Slivers and Sisley L'Eau Rêvée d'Alma have a close profile.

Egoluxe Feminin (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

Otto Kern · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Otto Kern Egoluxe Feminin Eau de Parfum is a fresh, powdery feminine fragrance that sets bright citrus over a floral and sweet base; it has been discontinued. Grapefruit, mandarin orange and blackcurrant give it a fruity brightness at first. Freesia, rose and lily bring a soft floral heart. Patchouli, vanilla and sandalwood then sweeten it and settle it onto a woody base. Most voters find it feminine and place it in spring and summer. Daily wear and the office come up most often. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Birkholz Seductive Rose (Eau de Parfum) and Valentino Rock 'n Rose Couture have a close profile.

Agua Fresca de Rosas Blancas

Adolfo Dominguez · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Adolfo Dominguez Agua Fresca de Rosas Blancas is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days best. It opens with the citrus brightness of mandarin orange, yuzu and grapefruit, joined by the green edge of ozone and galbanum. Lilac and tea rose lead the heart, while vetiver and sandalwood add a woody base. In the dry-down, amber, vanilla and musk sweeten it slightly and leave a soft, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, work and daytime lead the occasions. Most see it as a feminine scent.

Bois & Vetiver

Pascal Morabito

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pascal Morabito Bois & Vetiver is a men's fragrance that sets a green, earthy, woody firmness against a fresh, citrusy core. It opens with bergamot, grapefruit and cardamom: citrus freshness with a light spice. In the heart, geranium and jasmine add a soft floral touch and bring out the slightly sweet side. The base of musk and vetiver dries down to a green, earthy woodiness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a quiet trail. Voters don't tie it to one season: fall, summer and spring are almost level, with winter behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most named occasions. Most voters find it masculine.

Vision

Jaguar · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Jaguar Vision is a fresh, fruity men's fragrance built around cardamom, pineapple and grapefruit, leaning towards spring and everyday wear. It opens with cardamom, pineapple, lemon and grapefruit, giving a citrusy, lightly spicy and fruity freshness. In the heart, white cedarwood and patchouli set a woody base while apple softens it. The base of tonka bean, musk and ambergris leaves it sweet, powdery and slightly smoky. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters suggest spring and fall, though summer also gets a fair share. It is most often matched with daily and business wear, with some choosing it for evenings. Creed Aventus and Montblanc Legend Intense have a close profile.

Like a New Love

6.0

essence · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

essence Like a New Love is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, easy to wear on ordinary days and in free time. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear and leisure ahead of business use. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The sample is small, so treat this as a rough guide. It opens with elemi resin, mandarin orange, grapefruit and pepper, a fresh citrus with a light spicy edge. Peony, hyacinth, peach and rose bring a soft floral and fruity heart. The base of chocolate, coffee, vanilla and musk sweetens it and leaves a powdery, gourmand trail.

Norrland

Zara · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zara Norrland is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, with grapefruit, pepper and vetiver drawing a green, lightly spiced line. The notes read as a single whole. Grapefruit carries the bright, fruity side, pepper adds a dry spiciness, and vetiver gives a green, woody base. A synthetic accord lends it a clean, modern feel. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters find it masculine. Hermès Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver and Gallivant Berlin have a close profile.

Voyage Bleu (Eau de Parfum)

Armaf

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Armaf Voyage Bleu Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance whose green and spicy side is balanced by a woody base. It opens with lemon, bergamot and grapefruit for a bright citrus feel, while pink pepper adds a sharp touch of spice. In the heart, mint, nutmeg and ginger keep it fresh and bring the spice forward. Sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli and cedar settle it into a dry, woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick it for business and leisure, then for daily wear; sport and evening get fewer votes. Armaf Tag-Him (Eau de Toilette) and Gallivant Berlin have a close profile.

Filippo Sorcinelli Chi lo vuole, lo può riscoprire. E chi lo riscopre, lo deve scegliere. E come sempre, chi davvero lo sceglie avrà la sua pace la pace appunto del Natale. San Paolo VI perfume bottle

Chi lo vuole, lo può riscoprire. E chi lo riscopre, lo deve scegliere. E come sempre, chi davvero lo sceglie avrà la sua pace la pace appunto del Natale. San Paolo VI

8.5

Filippo Sorcinelli · 2025

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Zara Summer Collection

Zara · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Summer Collection is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a green, fruity and lightly sweet character. Grapefruit and pineapple give the scent its bright, fruity side, while mint and violet leaf add a cool green edge. Geranium brings a floral touch, and sandalwood, cinnamon and musk settle the sweetness onto a soft, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays present without dominating. Voters choose it mostly for leisure and daily wear, with office and sport next. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Unlimited and Dior Higher Energy (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Eau du Gantier / Eau Élégante

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Eau du Gantier / Eau Élégante is a fresh, citrusy and lightly green unisex scent with a plain, easygoing character that fits everyday wear. It opens with lemon, grapefruit and bergamot for a bright citrus start. In the heart, vervain adds a green freshness while blackberry and raspberry bring a fruity sweetness. Sandalwood and musk settle it onto a soft, woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. It reads mostly feminine to voters, though some find it masculine. Creed Silver Mountain Water and Profumi di Pantelleria Dammuso have a close profile.

Endurance

Botanicae Expressions · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Botanicae Expressions Endurance is a unisex fragrance that pairs a citrusy, fruity freshness with a floral, spicy and woody backbone. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters most often place it in daily wear, leisure and the office, with evening and sport further behind. It reads neither strongly masculine nor feminine. Pineapple and grapefruit open bright and juicy. In the heart, lavender, monoï and ginger bring a floral, lightly spicy softness. Cedar, ambergris and musk dry it down into a warm, woody finish. Diptyque L'Eau de Tarocco and Jovoy Aqua Memorabilis have a close profile.

L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme - Shade of Lagoon: Day 2, 10:28AM

Issey Miyake · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme - Shade of Lagoon: Day 2, 10:28AM is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent that sits closest to easy daytime wear. It opens sharp and bright with grapefruit, lime juice, ginger and green cardamom. In the heart, three kinds of geranium join galbanum and cypress for a green, lightly floral stretch. The base of cedar, vetiver, ambroxan and musk settles this freshness onto a woody, synthetic footing, with an aquatic feel running through it. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close without crowding anyone. Most voters place it in leisure and daily wear, with sport and office following; evening and nights out come well behind. Voters mostly read it as masculine and modern.

Casbah (Eau de Toilette)

Avon · 1992

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Avon Casbah Eau de Toilette is a warm, sweet women's fragrance that opens with bergamot, grapefruit and jasmine and moves into a rose, iris and spice heart; it has been discontinued. The opening is a bright, fruity freshness from bergamot and grapefruit, with jasmine adding a soft floral touch. In the heart, orchid, rose and iris build a powdery floral texture, while nutmeg and clove bring an oriental, spicy warmth. Musk and sandalwood rest it on a creamy, woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, though some wear it by day or at work. It reads clearly feminine.

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