The Perfume Library

Guidance (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Amouage · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Amouage Guidance Eau de Parfum is a unisex fragrance with a floral, sweet and spicy character, shaded by fruity and powdery touches. The top holds frankincense, pear and hazelnut, with the pear and hazelnut adding a soft, fruity, gourmand edge. The heart of saffron, osmanthus, rose and jasmine sambac builds a floral, spicy core. In the base, ambergris, sandalwood, vanilla and cistus settle it into a woody, creamy, oriental sweetness. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, while summer is chosen less. It leans towards night outs and evenings, and also suits leisure time. More than half of voters read it as feminine.

1 Million Lucky

8.0

Rabanne · 2018

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Rabanne 1 Million Lucky is a gourmand fragrance for men that links a fresh opening of greengage plum, grapefruit and ozonic notes to the sweetness of hazelnut and honey. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. Most pick fall, spring and winter, with summer a distant fourth. It leans towards night outs, evenings and leisure time, and most voters read it as masculine and modern. It opens with plum and grapefruit cooled by ozonic notes. In the heart, jasmine, cashmere wood and cedarwood build a woody frame while hazelnut and honey push it towards a creamy, sweet tone. Vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss add an earthy balance underneath. Rabanne Lady Million Lucky and Polo Black have a close profile.

Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Kayali · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy gourmand built around pistachio ice cream, cardamom and Italian bergamot. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daytime wear. It reads feminine and modern. It opens with cardamom, hazelnut, bergamot, rum and pistachio ice cream. The heart brings jasmine, pear, raspberry and white peach, a fruity floral stretch that lightens the sweetness. The base is dominated by cocoa, lokum, cream, cotton candy and marshmallow, with cedarwood and sandalwood giving it a soft woody footing. Fresh and synthetic facets run through the accords. Paris Corner Khair Pistachio and The Dua Brand Pistachio Dream Gelato 33 have a close profile.

1270

7.6

Frapin · 2008

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Frapin 1270 is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built on raisin, cocoa and coffee that settles into tonka and vanilla. The top is led by raisin, cocoa, coffee and hazelnut, with candied bitter orange peel adding a slight edge to the sweetness. Linden tree, pepper and spices move into the heart and dry the fruity sweetness. The base of white honey, vanilla and gaiac wood leaves a warm, woody, resinous finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it reads as suited to either.

Guidance 46

8.4

Amouage · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Amouage Guidance 46 is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that opens with pear, hazelnut and frankincense and moves into a floral, spicy heart of osmanthus, jasmine sambac and saffron. The pear's fruity brightness is softened by hazelnut and bitter almond at the start, while pink pepper and rose water add a light touch of spice and flowers. The heart is led by osmanthus, jasmine sambac, rose and saffron. In the base, sandalwood, vanilla, ambergris and ambrette settle it into a creamy, woody, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Close to half of voters read it as feminine, with a good share calling it modern. Amouage Guidance and The Dua Brand The Guide 46 have a close profile.

Vétiver Tonka

7.8

Hermès · 2004

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Hermès Vétiver Tonka is a unisex scent that softens a green, earthy core with the sweet, gourmand warmth of tonka. Vetiver and sandalwood build its woody, smoky frame, and tobacco darkens it slightly. Tonka bean, hazelnut and praliné sweeten the greenery and add a creamy warmth, while lily of the valley brings a light freshness. The spicy and oriental touches soften the edges instead of sharpening them. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and office settings. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, though many call it feminine. Goutal Vétiver and Chanel Sycomore have a close profile.

Passeggiata in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

7.7

Trussardi · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Trussardi Passeggiata in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a unisex fragrance for fall and winter days, pairing gourmand sweetness with a floral heart. It opens with coffee, cinnamon and hazelnut, spicy and roasted-sweet together. At the heart, tuberose absolute, coconut and jasmine sambac add a creamy, floral softness. The base of white musk, vanilla absolute and cedarwood dries down into a powdery, woody sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out. Voters most often call it feminine, though it also draws masculine votes and sits comfortably as a unisex scent.

Amazingreen

6.6

Comme des Garçons · 2012

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Comme des Garçons Amazingreen is a fresh, green and earthy unisex scent whose synthetic, smoky edge sets it apart from more familiar green fragrances. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter plays a small part. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. It opens with palm leaf, hazelnut and green pepper. The heart brings flintstone, coriander seed, ivy and orris root, adding a spicy, earthy feel. In the base, vetiver, gun powder, smoke and white musk settle the scent into something woody and smoky. Wonderwood and Endless Forest have a close profile.

Signature / Aedes de Venustas

7.3

Aedes de Venustas · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aedes de Venustas Signature / Aedes de Venustas is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent built around honeysuckle, green apple and tomato leaf. Green apple, red berries and rhubarb give it a tart, fruity brightness, while tomato leaf pulls that side towards green. Honeysuckle brings a soft floral note and hazelnut stays in the background, with frankincense and vetiver adding a woody, lightly smoky base. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads as in between. Nbitor Santalla and Trudon Médie have a close profile.

Black Moonlight

8.1

Xerjoff · 2025

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Xerjoff Black Moonlight is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent built around cardamom, saffron and jasmine sambac absolute, suited to evenings and the colder months. The top notes are cardamom, bergamot, saffron and mandarin orange, giving a spicy, citrusy start. The heart holds jasmine sambac absolute, ylang-ylang, hazelnut, lavender and myrrh. In the base, benzoin, tonka bean, labdanum and tolu balm settle it into a sweet, creamy, resinous bed, while vetiver and patchouli add a woody, slightly smoky depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with night out and evening the leading occasions and summer rarely chosen. It reads mostly masculine, though some voters call it feminine. Amouage Lustre and Xerjoff Groove Xcape have a close profile.

Vanilla Haze (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Fugazzi · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Fugazzi Vanilla Haze Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy gourmand for anyone who likes soft vanilla, and it suits cooler weather best. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evening, night out and leisure wear. It is unisex, though most votes read it as feminine, with a share calling it modern. It opens with coconut milk, almond and mandarin orange, with hazelnut alongside. Jasmine, tonka bean and vanilla form the heart, and crème brûlée, musk and white amber leave it in a creamy, smooth sweetness. Spicy and synthetic tones stay in the background.

Affection

7.9

Lattafa Pride

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lattafa Pride Affection is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, floral opening over a sweet, creamy, gourmand base, and it suits spring and autumn days best. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Autumn and spring lead the season votes, though winter has a fair share too. Leisure and daily wear draw the most votes, with night out and business following. Most voters read it as feminine, with modern coming next. The top holds blackcurrant bud, hazelnut and pistachio. The heart brings lactone, raspberry, jasmine and lily of the valley. In the base, vanilla and tonka bean join lactone for a creamy, powdery sweetness, with fruity and spicy touches alongside. Sublime Coton Blanc and Goutal Eau de Charlotte have a close profile.

Berlin Soul

7.8

Birkholz

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Birkholz Berlin Soul is a sweet, spicy and smoky woody oriental with leathery and resinous edges, leaning towards a dense autumn and winter character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out; it reads more masculine to many, though it is unisex. Birkholz Cinema Collection - Kida and Zousz Black Oud have a close profile. The top notes are hazelnut and whisky. In the heart, iris, tobacco, vetiver, sandalwood, oud and cedarwood build a woody, smoky base. Patchouli, amber, tonka bean and musk then sweeten and soften it at the base.

Alba

7.6

Profumum Roma · 2004

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Profumum Roma Alba is a sweet, creamy and powdery unisex scent, its floral and gourmand sides giving it a soft, warm impression. It lasts strongly and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick autumn, then winter and spring, while summer is chosen less often. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, and also finds a place at the office. Half of the voters read it as feminine, though it works as a unisex fragrance. As a whole, the scent is built on the warmth of amber and sandalwood. Iris adds a powdery softness, while hazelnut and almond tree bring a gourmand, creamy sweetness. Spicy and woody touches keep the sweetness in check. Prada L'Homme Intense and Profumum Roma Soavissima have a close profile.

Méchant Loup

7.2

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 1997

Fresh · Green · Sweet

L'Artisan Parfumeur Méchant Loup is a masculine scent that opens fresh and green, then settles into something sweet, gourmand and woody; it leans towards autumn and relaxed hours. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn, with winter and spring following and summer trailing. Leisure, evening and daily wear come first. It reads mainly masculine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine. Pepper and liquorice lead. Hazelnut, chestnut and hazelnut wood soften the heart into a sweet, nutty warmth. The base of myrrh, tonka bean, cedarwood, gaiac wood and honey dries down resinous and earthy.

Santal Pao Rosa

6.8

Guerlain · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Guerlain Santal Pao Rosa is a unisex scent where a floral, sweet body is sharpened by spice, wood and smoke. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is also worn for leisure. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. Fig, rose and hazelnut build a sweet frame. Sandalwood and cardamom add a woody, spicy warmth inside it, while oud and myrrh bring a smoky, resinous depth. The accords read distinctly oriental. Tom Ford Oud Fleur and Ormonde Jayne Belle de Nuit have a close profile.

Louis XV 1722

7.6

Xerjoff · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Xerjoff Louis XV 1722 is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits fall days, spring, and evenings out. It opens with liqueur, saffron, plum and grapefruit; in the heart, rose, coffee, cocoa and hazelnut give it a sweet, creamy body. Frankincense, sandalwood and leather settle underneath as a woody, leathery base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, then spring and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. It reads somewhat more masculine.

Loverdose Red Kiss

7.3

Diesel · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Diesel Loverdose Red Kiss is a feminine scent that sets a floral, fruity sweetness over a creamy, gourmand base, and it suits fall and winter evenings. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring next and summer trailing behind. It is chosen mostly for evenings, leisure time and nights out. In character votes, feminine and modern come first. It opens with blackcurrant, green apple and bergamot, a fresh, slightly tart fruit note. In the heart, orange blossom, hazelnut and apricot soften it and add sweetness. The base of cocoa, vanilla, amberwood and patchouli leaves a creamy, warm finish. Rabanne Fame (Eau de Parfum) and ELLE Mira have a close profile.

Just Cavalli Gold for Her

7.7

Roberto Cavalli · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli Gold for Her is a floral, sweet gourmand best suited to autumn and winter evenings, with a clearly feminine character. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it fits evenings and nights out best, though it also works for leisure and daytime wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters call it feminine. It has been discontinued. Mandarin orange and hazelnut open it, followed by iris, jasmine and marshmallow in the heart. Brazilian rosewood and leather form the base, drying it down woody and leathery. The floral sweetness is shaded with spice, powder and a creamy texture.

Chipmunk

7.3

Zoologist · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zoologist Chipmunk is a sweet, woody unisex scent built around hazelnut, quince and fir balsam absolute. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for evening and office. Voters are split between masculine and feminine, so it reads as unisex. It opens with quince, cardamom, nutmeg and pink pepper, a spicy, fruity start. Hazelnut and chamomile then soften the sweetness, while fir balsam and oak absolute add a forest feel. The base of vetiver, benzoin and patchouli settles into a warm, resinous, slightly animalic woodiness.

Saint Honoré

7.7

Nicolaï · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Nicolaï Saint Honoré is a sweet, gourmand and creamy unisex fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. It opens with bergamot and pepper, bringing a light freshness and a little spice. In the heart, hazelnut, milk and orange blossom soften the scent into a creamy sweetness. The base of vanilla absolute, tonka bean, amber, musk and sandalwood sets a warm, woody ground. Most voters pick winter and fall, with nights out and evenings leading, and leisure wear close behind. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though many call it modern. Pigmentarium Erotikon and Casamorati Italica have a close profile.

Liu•Jo Milano

7.7

Liu•Jo · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Liu•Jo Milano is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance built around almond, orange and cocoa, best suited to fall and winter evenings. It opens with almond, orange and mandarin orange, a fruity brightness that is already leaning sweet. In the heart, orange blossom, cocoa and hazelnut turn it gourmand, with a powdery, creamy softness. The base keeps the sweetness going with tonka bean and vanilla, while vetiver and patchouli ground it slightly. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Fall and winter lead, with summer far behind; evenings, nights out and leisure time come up most often. Most voters call its character feminine. Première Note Aura Tonka and Chanel Coco Mademoiselle (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Reasons

7.2

Amouage · 2024

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Amouage Reasons is a spicy, woody unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best. It opens with hazelnut, cinnamon and cardamom, a spicy and lightly sweet start, with Peruvian pepper tree adding a dry edge. In the heart, cashmeran, amber, pine and patchouli set a woody ground, softened by davana and cypriol. The base of myrrh, Palo Santo, sandalwood and vetiver settles into a resinous, green and creamy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays present without filling the room. Most voters pick fall and winter, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. It leans slightly masculine. Thameen Carved Oud and The Dua Brand Veil of Meaning have a close profile.

Dark

7.1

Akro · 2018

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Akro Dark is a unisex gourmand that balances the sweetness of cocoa and vanilla with spicy, woody dryness. Longevity and projection are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it wears comfortably on either. Cocoa opens it, cinnamon and hazelnut form the heart, and vanilla settles at the base. The sweet, gourmand side dominates, while spicy, resinous, earthy and smoky tones give that sweetness a dry footing.