The Perfume Library

Tonka Deluxe

7.5

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur · 2023

Green · Sweet · Gourmand

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Tonka Deluxe is a sweet, creamy and woody gourmand with a green, spicy frame, worn by anyone and best suited to evenings in the cooler months. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring next and summer well behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it sits comfortably in between. It opens with bergamot, rosemary, hazelnut and jasmine sambac, a fresh, green start. Tonka bean, tobacco absolute and stone pine then take over in the heart. In the base, vanilla, Himalayan cedar, oud and frankincense settle it into a sweet, woody, creamy finish.

Tempore Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Laura Biagiotti · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Laura Biagiotti Tempore Uomo Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral men's scent that pairs citrus notes like lemon, yuzu and neroli with jasmine and rose; it has been discontinued. Tempore Uomo has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter the least chosen. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and about half of voters read it as masculine. The top opens bright with lemon, yuzu and neroli, while lavender and cypress give that freshness a green edge. In the heart, jasmine, rose and cinnamon add a floral, lightly spiced softness. The base of tonka bean, sandalwood and cedar settles it into a sweet, woody, powdery finish.

Cinema Collection - Kida

8.6

Birkholz · 2023

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Birkholz Cinema Collection - Kida is a men's perfume that opens with tobacco, cardamom and hazelnut and settles into a sweet, smoky, woody feel with oud and tonka bean. Tobacco, cardamom and hazelnut give the top a spicy, slightly nutty start. In the heart, vetiver, oud, cedarwood and amber bring out the woody and smoky side, with a leathery edge alongside. The base of tonka bean, patchouli and musk softens the sweetness and carries it to a warm, oriental finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further behind. Night outs and evenings lead the occasions, while daily wear and the office get few votes. Its profile is close to Birkholz Berlin Soul and Śasva Forbidden Words.

Dies Auroræ

8.1

Antonio Alessandria · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Antonio Alessandria Dies Auroræ is a unisex scent for fall and winter evenings, sweet and gourmand, with spice and resin giving it a smoky edge. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. It doesn't lean masculine or feminine; votes split evenly between the two. It opens with elemi resin, hazelnut, pistachio, almond and caramel, a sweet, nutty start. Honey, beeswax and frankincense dominate the heart. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood keep the sweetness going while patchouli and cedarwood build a woody floor. Lattafa Raghba and M. Micallef Aoud Gourmet have a close profile.

Woman (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Ralph Lauren · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Ralph Lauren Woman Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and fruity women's perfume with a sweet, creamy woodiness underneath. It opens with blackcurrant, rhubarb and pear, a juicy, bright start. The heart of tuberose, orange blossom and Turkish rose turns floral, and the base of sandalwood, hazelnut and woods softens everything into a creamy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and its use is spread fairly evenly across leisure, daytime, evening and office wear. Most voters read it as feminine. Paris Corner Manaal and Nishane Zenne have a close profile.

Mirage Gourmand

8.2

Les Nobles Essences · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Les Nobles Essences Mirage Gourmand is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter days. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and autumn, and it is worn mainly for evenings, leisure time and nights out. Its character reads slightly more feminine, though modern and masculine readings show up too. It opens with sugar powder, almond cake and pistachio, so the sweetness is clear from the start. In the heart, almond, tonka bean and hazelnut carry the gourmand mood on, while white musk, gaiac wood and vanilla soften it and settle it onto a lightly woody base. The powdery and spicy accords add some dryness. Its profile is close to Profumum Roma Dolce Acqua and Giardini di Toscana Bianco Latte.

Immortelle Marilyn

7.0

Nez à Nez · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nez à Nez Immortelle Marilyn is a floral, gourmand women's fragrance built around immortelle, hazelnut and raspberry; it has been discontinued. It opens with ylang-ylang, hazelnut, raspberry and everlasting flower, where fruity sweetness meets the soft, edible tone of the hazelnut. In the heart, leather, iris and nutmeg add a powdery, spicy, leathery edge. The base of musk, immortelle absolute and ambroxan settles it onto a warm, soft footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring and summer are not far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and nights out, and reads as a feminine scent.

Coeur de Vanille

7.7

Antonio Visconti

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Antonio Visconti Coeur de Vanille is a sweet gourmand for women, built on vanilla, cocoa and hazelnut and balanced by spice and woody notes. It opens with nutmeg, clove and pink pepper, with vanilla bringing the sweetness in from the first moment. In the heart, vetiver, cedarwood and gaiac wood set the scent on a woody, slightly smoky footing. The base is dominated by cocoa, hazelnut and vanilla, leaving a powdery, resinous and warm oriental gourmand. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. It mostly reads as feminine. Its profile is close to Maison Margiela By the Fireplace and Maison Mona di Orio Les Nombres d'Or - Vanille.

Kakigori - Dulce de Leche

6.9

Obvious · 2025

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Obvious Kakigori - Dulce de Leche is a creamy, sweet gourmand that moves from a spicy start to a woody finish, worn by anyone. Cardamom, hazelnut and black pepper give the opening a spicy, nutty edge. In the heart, sesame absolute and dulce de leche take over, and the sweetness turns soft and creamy. Gaiac wood, vanilla and sandalwood settle it onto a woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Jousset Parfums Accident à La Vanille and Rituals Santal Signature have a close profile.

Bayn al Asrar

6.6

Paris Corner · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Paris Corner Bayn al Asrar is a unisex scent that sets a floral, fruity start on a sweet, spicy and woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters score them high. Its value for money is rated well too. Being unisex, it doesn't lean toward either gender. The top carries nashi pear, pink pepper and frankincense. In the heart come hazelnut, Taif rose, jasmine sambac and saffron, and the base of musk, sandalwood, amber and vanilla finishes it in a creamy, gourmand sweetness, with an oriental, spicy side running through. Initio Blessed Baraka and Amouage Guidance 46 have a close profile.

Juliette

7.1

Abaco

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Abaco Juliette is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that runs from a bright mandarin and orange opening through orange blossom and jasmine into hazelnut, caramel and vanilla. It opens with mandarin orange, orange, and blackcurrant bud, bright and fruity. In the heart, marine notes, orange blossom and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base settles into a creamy, sweet foundation of hazelnut, caramel, cashmeran and vanilla. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure, night out and evening wear stand out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It is described as a feminine fragrance. Miro Miro Jubilée and Kappa Intenso have a close profile.

Sweet Heaven

8.1

Gulf Orchid

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Gulf Orchid Sweet Heaven is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that sits most comfortably in the evening and on nights out. Hazelnut, orange and cocoa give the opening a soft, edible sweetness. In the heart, amber, cashmere and myrrh build a warm base, and the dry-down of vanilla, sandalwood, tonka bean and musk turns creamy, woody and lightly spicy. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, with some room for leisure and daily wear. Its oriental sweetness suits men and women alike. Sapil Elixir of Dubai and Widian Yasat (Extrait de Parfum) have a close profile.

Forêt de Bécharré

6.8

Nez à Nez

Green · Sweet · Gourmand

Nez à Nez Forêt de Bécharré opens with grapefruit and liquorice, then moves through grass, cinnamon and hazelnut; it is a unisex scent that has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Votes on character put masculine and feminine almost level, so it sits somewhere between the two. Grapefruit and liquorice give a fresh, faintly sweet start. In the heart, green grass blends with cinnamon, hazelnut and cedarwood into a spicy, woody warmth. The base of vanilla, ambergris and leather turns it sweeter, settling into a soft, powdery, leathery finish.

Chocolate Fudge

7.4

Grandeur

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Grandeur Chocolate Fudge is a sweet, gourmand and creamy unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter, for relaxed days or evenings out. Most voters pick winter and fall, and leisure and evening are the occasions that come up most. Longevity and sillage are both rated as good. In the character votes feminine leads, with modern and masculine following. The top opens with dulce de leche, hazelnut and dark chocolate; in the heart, chocolate fudge, caramel and bitter almond keep the sweetness going. The base softens into praliné and vanilla absolute with amberwood and sandalwood. The overall feel is powdery, with a slightly synthetic edge.

Vetiver & Chocolat

7.1

Hildegard Braukmann

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Hildegard Braukmann Vetiver & Chocolat is a discontinued women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green character with a sweet, gourmand warmth. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Voters split almost evenly between calling it feminine and masculine, so it sits somewhere in between. It opens with hazelnut and lily of the valley, then moves into vetiver and chocolate at the heart. Tobacco, sandalwood and tonka bean form the base. The fresh, green side meets earthy vetiver, while chocolate and tonka bean sweeten it and leave a spicy, woody finish.

Café Gourmand

6.3

Maison Tahité · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Maison Tahité Café Gourmand is a unisex scent built around milk, hazelnut and Arabica coffee, with a clear gourmand character. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters pick it most for nights out and evenings, with leisure time close behind. Being unisex, it suits anyone who likes warm, dense fragrances. The top carries milk and saffron: the milk sets a creamy ground while the saffron adds a spicy edge. In the heart, hazelnut and Arabica coffee give a sweet, roasted feel, and patchouli ties it to the earth. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, moss and cade juniper dries down woody and slightly smoky. A floral side runs through the accords as well.

Urbanist / Prive Silver

7.5

Al Haramain

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Al Haramain Urbanist / Prive Silver is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that sets honey and vanilla over a smoky, resinous, woody base. Cigar and hazelnut come first, while toffee and sandalwood in the heart turn it creamy and woody-sweet. Honey, oud and vanilla dominate the base, where the oriental and resinous side becomes clear. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is suggested mostly for nights out and evenings, though leisure and daily wear also fit. Guerlain Tobacco Honey and Rirana Honey Amber have a close profile.

Sesame Chān

8.1

Anima Vinci · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Anima Vinci Sesame Chān is a unisex scent that puts hazelnut, cashew nut and roasted sesame up front, setting a gourmand sweetness against woody, earthy depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters place it in leisure and daytime wear, with evenings and the office following, and opinion on whether it reads masculine or feminine is split almost evenly. It opens with hazelnut, cashew nut and ginger, a nutty warmth with a light spicy edge. In the heart, carrot and roasted sesame bring out a creamy, sweet side. Vetiver and cedar in the base ground it in earthy, woody tones, while fresh and green touches run through it.

Leather Black (K)night

7.3

L'Atelier Parfum · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

L'Atelier Parfum Leather Blacknight is a leathery, smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick autumn, then winter, and it is chosen mainly for nights out and evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. It reads somewhat more masculine, though it is unisex. The top has bergamot, pink pepper and saffron; the heart brings jasmine sambac, cocoa, orris butter and ink. The base holds suede, hazelnut and patchouli. Its floral and sweet side is balanced by spicy, woody and powdery tones, with a creamy softness alongside the leather.

Espresso Royale

7.8

Sebastiane · 2012

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Sebastiane Espresso Royale is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Most voters wear it in fall and winter, in the evening or on a night out, and some pick it for leisure time. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean on either. The notes are espresso, caramel, hazelnut, rum and tonka bean, and they read together: espresso and hazelnut set the gourmand tone, caramel and tonka bean sweeten it, and rum adds warmth. Alongside the sweetness, spicy, woody, resinous and smoky accords sit in the background.

Delizia Oscura

7.5

Calaj · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Calaj Delizia Oscura is a unisex gourmand where coffee and dark chocolate meet a sweet, creamy base, with a floral and powdery side. It opens with ylang-ylang, coffee, raspberry and bergamot, giving a fruity, floral sweetness right away. In the heart, violet, milk, lily of the valley and hazelnut turn it powdery and creamy. Caramel, musk, vanilla and dark chocolate dominate the base, while resinous and smoky accords soften the sweetness a little. Both longevity and sillage are rated very strong, so it can feel heavy on anyone who finds sweet scents tiring. It is unisex, sitting equally well on a man or a woman. Rayhaan Kiss and Maison Asrar Coffee Blend have a close profile.

Iris Pallida

7.7

Marie Jeanne · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Marie Jeanne Iris Pallida is a unisex perfume that sets a powdery, creamy orris character on a fresh, lightly sweet ground. The top holds hazelnut, orris absolute and cashmeran, while the heart brings Turkish rose and two kinds of orris butter. In the base, labdanum, ambroxan, patchouli and sandalwood settle it into a soft, woody finish. Gourmand and spicy facets sit alongside a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters read it as mostly feminine, though some call it masculine or modern. Isabey Tendre Nuit and Glossier You (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Ficus in Fabula

7.1

Lorenzo Pazzaglia

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Ficus in Fabula is a fresh, lightly sweet unisex scent that sets the green, fruity side of fig against a sea-air accent. It opens with fig, fig leaf, vodka and caviar, and the fig leaf carries on into the heart, keeping the green side forward. Dried fruits, ozone, marine notes and hibiscus push it toward an aquatic, floral feel. The base closes it with fig wood, cedarwood, hazelnut and vanilla, adding a woody, creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though from a small number of votes. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading and night out and evening also getting a share. It reads as an easy unisex scent for relaxed use. Dorin Figue Divine and Lorenzo Pazzaglia Dream Sea have a close profile.

Or de Calambac

7.9

Chopard · 2019

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Chopard Or de Calambac is a men's fragrance that is spicy, woody and resinous, pairing a sweet, gourmand side with smoky depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, with spring not far behind. It is worn most often for evenings and nights out, and also finds a place at work and in daily use. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number call it feminine. It opens with pink pepper and star anise for a spicy start. The heart holds cocoa, tonka bean, hazelnut, cinnamon and juniper, where the gourmand sweetness meets a green freshness from the juniper. In the base, vetiver, oud, myrrh and labdanum settle it onto a woody, smoky, resinous foundation. Kerosene Black Vines and Xerjoff Black Moonlight have a close profile.