The Perfume Library

Want

7.5

Dsquared² · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Dsquared² Want is a sweet, powdery, gourmand floral built around vanilla, made for women and now discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business and evening also getting votes. Most voters read it as feminine. Ginger, mandarin orange and pink pepper open it with a spicy, bright lift, which gives way to a soft floral heart of heliotrope, neroli and damask rose. The base of Bourbon vanilla, vanilla absolute and violet wood leaves it creamy, woody and sweet. Dsquared² Want Pink Ginger and Maison Tahité Floranilla have a close profile.

Isis

7.7

Agonist · 2013

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Agonist Isis is a sweet, spicy floral unisex scent that suits autumn evenings best; it has been discontinued. It opens with ginger, green tangerine and black pepper, a bright spiciness. In the heart, heliotrope, peach, caramel and nutmeg come forward, turning the scent powdery, fruity and gourmand. In the base, benzoin, vanilla absolute and amber settle that sweetness onto a warm, oriental footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, with spring and winter close behind. It leans towards evenings and leisure wear, and is also worn on nights out. About half of voters find it feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Miro Pretty Flamingo and Nicolaï Kiss Me Tender have a close profile.

Hundred Silent Ways X

7.7

Nishane · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nishane Hundred Silent Ways X is a floral, fruity unisex scent that opens on peach, mandarin orange and tuberose and settles into a creamy warmth of leather and vanilla. At the start, peach and mandarin orange bring a fruity brightness while tuberose adds a heavier floral note. In the heart, orris root, heliotrope, gardenia and jasmine form a powdery, creamy bouquet. Leather, patchouli and vanilla anchor it on a sweet, woody and slightly spicy base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, with spring and winter close behind and summer well behind. It leans towards night outings and evenings, and also suits leisure time. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though many call it modern. Widian Delma and Boucheron Iris de Syracuse have a close profile.

Majaĩna Sin

7.4

The Different Company · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The Different Company Majaĩna Sin is a floral, gourmand unisex scent in which orange blossom, neroli and candied bitter orange melt into a sweet vanilla and tonka base. The top pairs orange blossom, neroli, bergamot and Madagascan ginger in a fresh, lightly spiced opening. In the heart, orchid, chestnut cream, cinnamon and maple syrup turn it creamy and powdery-sweet. Sandalwood, amber, musk, Bourbon vanilla and tonka bean settle at the base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, while summer plays a small part. It leans towards evenings and leisure time. Voters read it mostly as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Tesori d'Oriente Vaniglia e Zenzero del Madagascar and Carolina Herrera Good Girl (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

L'Eau en Blanc

7.6

Lolita Lempicka · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lolita Lempicka L'Eau en Blanc is a fresh, powdery and lightly sweet feminine scent that leans towards daily wear and spring; it has been discontinued. Most voters wear it in spring and fall, for daily, leisure and office settings, and call its character feminine. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close and leaves a quiet trail. It opens with violet leaf and iris, cool and powdery. The heart brings violet, raspberry and cherry for a fruity sweetness, with Glycyrrhiza glabra adding a gourmand touch. In the base, vetiver, heliotrope, tonka bean and musk leave it soft and powdery. Dior Miss Dior Chérie and Guerlain French Kiss have a close profile.

What We Do in Paris Is Secret

7.6

What We Do Is Secret · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

What We Do Is Secret What We Do in Paris Is Secret is a unisex fragrance that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a powdery, resinous warmth and a clear gourmand side. Lychee, bergamot and honey open bright and fruity-sweet. In the heart, heliotrope, vanilla and Turkish rose carry that sweetness into a soft, powdery floral. The base of ambergris, sandalwood, tonka bean and tolu balm settles into a woody, resinous, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind; summer is the least chosen. It leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine, though it can be worn as a unisex scent. The Dua Brand Our Secret in Paris and Stendhal Ambre Sublime have a close profile.

Energizing Fragrance / エナジャイジングフレグランス

7.5

Shiseido · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Green

Shiseido Energizing Fragrance / エナジャイジングフレグランス is a fresh, floral scent with green and powdery touches, made for women and leaning towards spring and summer. Most voters pick spring and summer, and the occasions chosen most are leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. It has been discontinued. The top opens with blossoms, clove and black pepper, the spices adding an edge to the fresh floral start. The heart brings iris, jasmine, rose and heliotrope for a floral, powdery character, along with lily of the valley and star anise. In the base, white musk and woods settle it into a soft, woody finish.

2022 Generation Woman

8.0

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2013

Floral · Green · Sweet

Stéphane Humbert Lucas 2022 Generation Woman is a distinctly feminine scent that softens a floral, green structure with sweet, powdery and creamy warmth; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is worn mostly in the evening and on nights out, as well as for leisure. It reads feminine and classic. The top holds almond, neroli and nectarine, with the nectarine and almond sweetening it from the first moment. In the heart, galbanum adds a green edge while white tea and heliotrope bring a powdery softness. The base of tonka bean, sandalwood and jasmine closes it on a woody, creamy, oriental warmth.

Les Indes Galantes

7.8

Parfums MDCI · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Parfums MDCI Les Indes Galantes is a sweet, gourmand and spicy women's fragrance, with a resinous, leathery warmth that suits cold seasons and evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions; summer is rarely chosen. Most see it as feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. Raspberry, almond, bergamot and orange open it with a fruity sweetness. Cinnamon, clove, coriander and geranium add spice in the heart. As it dries, benzoin, labdanum and frankincense build a resinous warmth, and Bourbon vanilla absolute and leathery notes settle it into a creamy, leathery base. Amouage Overture Woman and Penhaligon's Kensington Amber have a close profile.

Sol Salgado

7.9

Thomas De Monaco · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Thomas De Monaco Sol Salgado is a sweet, powdery unisex scent built around linden blossom, heliotrope and smoked vanilla. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It is worn mostly for leisure and daily use, and also in the evening. Though unisex, most voters read it as feminine. It opens with linden blossom, cotton flower and mimosa absolute in a soft, floral start. Salt, heliotrope and ambergris form the heart, with the salt gently cutting the sweetness. The base of smoked vanilla, sandalwood and musk settles into a creamy, gourmand finish.

Amore Mio

8.2

Roja Parfums · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Roja Parfums Amore Mio is a floral, sweet fragrance for women, softened by spice, powder and a creamy feel; it has been discontinued. It wears with strong longevity and good sillage. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine, with a classic side behind that. It opens with bergamot and mandarin orange. In the heart, ylang-ylang, neroli, gardenia and Grasse jasmine build a floral garden. The base of vanilla, tonka bean and cinnamon adds a sweet, spicy warmth, gathered on a creamy bed of musk and ambergris.

Boss Selection (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Hugo Boss · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Boss Selection Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and citrusy men's scent, an easygoing fragrance made for daytime wear. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters suggest spring and summer, with fall not far behind. It leans towards daily wear, the office and leisure time, and is chosen less for evenings and nights out. Most voters call it masculine, and a share find it modern. It opens with green notes, mandarin orange and pink pepper, followed by star anise, petitgrain and cedar needle. The base holds heliotrope, vetiver, cedarwood and patchouli. A slightly sweet, floral and woody backdrop sits under the fresh citrus character. Astrophil & Stella 8 Days a Week and Xerjoff Renaissance have a close profile.

Sept.21.1966

7.3

Rundholz Parfums · 2014

Floral · Green · Fruity

Rundholz Parfums Sept.21.1966 is a unisex scent that suits fall best, pairing a green, floral side with a smoky, resinous base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Voters split evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens with rhubarb, maté and pink pepper, fruity, green and spicy. Magnolia and heliotrope in the heart add a soft, sweet floral note. Frankincense and oud settle into a woody, resinous, smoky base.

Gaultier Divine Le Parfum

7.1

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2024

Floral · Aquatic · Fruity

Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier Divine Le Parfum is a creamy, sweet feminine scent that softens ylang-ylang, lily and frangipani with coconut and benzoin. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters spread across all four seasons almost evenly, with fall and spring a hair ahead. Night out, leisure and evening lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Floral dominates: ylang-ylang, lily, frangipani and Jasminum grandiflorum. Coconut and meringue add a sweet, creamy side, and heliotrope brings a powdery softness. Sea salt and the solar note give it an aquatic brightness, while amber and benzoin keep it warm. Gritti Éclectique and Valentino Born In Roma Intense have a close profile.

Lince

7.8

Tiziana Terenzi · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Tiziana Terenzi Lince is a unisex scent that wraps a floral, fruity and sweet character in a powdery, creamy base. It opens fresh with grapefruit, Sicilian bergamot and green tea, while star anise and absinth add a spicy edge. The heart is led by fig, jasmine absolute and Bulgarian rose, with iris and orange blossom softening the florals into something powdery. In the base, vanilla, heliotrope and Indian sandalwood dry down into a creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer chosen least. It suits evenings, nights out and leisure time best, and most voters read it as feminine. Jean Paul Gaultier Classique (Eau de Toilette) and Beverly Hills Polo Club Elegance have a close profile.

Stilettos on Lex

7.6

Jul et Mad · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jul et Mad Stilettos on Lex is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral and green character with a soft, powdery sweetness, and it suits spring and summer days best. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and office lead the occasions, while evening and night out draw fewer votes. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine. Escada Loving Bouquet and Ineke After My Own Heart have a close profile. It opens with plum liqueur, lemon and pear for a fruity brightness. The heart brings iris, heliotrope, rose absolute, violet leaf and lily of the valley, floral and powdery. It dries down to Indonesian patchouli, musk, Bourbon vanilla and Atlas cedar, which add a woody warmth.

****** d'Oscar (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Oscar de la Renta · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Oscar de la Renta ****** d'Oscar Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy women's floral that turns powdery and sweet as it settles; it has been discontinued. It opens with a bright lift of Sicilian lemon and citron. The heart gathers Egyptian jasmine, Parma violet, iris, orange blossom and tuberose into a floral bouquet, with the powdery and fruity sides coming forward. In the base, vetiver, heliotrope, tonka bean, musk and amber soften and sweeten the scent, leaving a light gourmand warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters read it as feminine. Lolita Lempicka L'Eau en Blanc and Rancé 1795 Hélène (2010) have a close profile.

Jasmere

8.3

French Avenue · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

French Avenue Jasmere is a fresh, powdery women's fragrance built around jasmine sambac, linden blossom and orange blossom. It opens with jasmine sambac, broom and linden blossom, floral and airy. In the heart, vetiver, heliotrope and orange blossom sweeten it and push it towards a powdery, creamy feel. Musk and dry woods leave a soft woody base. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. In the character votes, feminine and modern lead. Marc-Antoine Barrois Tilia and Alezz Mehwar have a close profile.

Omnia Crystalline L'Eau de Parfum

7.3

Bvlgari · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline L'Eau de Parfum is a powdery, lightly sweet women's fragrance built on lotus and Italian mandarin orange. Longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind and winter chosen least. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most voted occasions, and the character reads mostly feminine, then modern. It opens with lotus and Italian mandarin orange, fresh and fruity. In the heart, orris concrete and heliotrope add a soft, powdery floral touch. The base of Indian sandalwood, musk and Siam benzoin settles into a woody, sweet finish. Salvatore Ferragamo Attimo and Dior Dune Sun have a close profile.

Alien Eau Sublime

8.0

Mugler · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mugler Alien Eau Sublime is a fresh, sweet and creamy mix of citrus and flowers, aimed at women; it has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange, orange and galbanum, where the citrus brightness gets a green edge from the galbanum. In the heart, tiaré, heliotrope and jasmine add a soft, creamy floral note, and white amber and cashmere wood dry it down to a sweet, woody warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and voters read it as feminine and modern. Dior Pure Poison and Chanel Gabrielle Chanel (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Panthère de Cartier (Parfum)

8.5

Cartier · 1987

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Cartier Panthère de Cartier (Parfum) is a floral, sweet and spicy women's fragrance with chypre and animal tones; it has been discontinued. Both its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads feminine and classic. It opens with mandarin orange and grapefruit, brightened by orange blossom, ginger and pepper. In the heart, tuberose, jasmine, gardenia and ylang-ylang build the floral body. The base settles into amber, vanilla, patchouli and oakmoss, warm, sweet and resinous.

Héliotrope (2014) / Héliotrope Blanc

7.5

Oriza L. Legrand · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Oriza L. Legrand Héliotrope / Héliotrope Blanc is a sweet, powdery and creamy floral built around heliotrope, iris and almond, classed as a women's fragrance. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though plenty also choose winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and can also work in the evening or at the office. Most voters read it as feminine and classic. It opens with heliotrope, violet leaf and orange blossom, then moves into iris, almond and mimosa at the heart. The base of benzoin, tonka bean, rice powder and musk sweetens and softens it, with a spicy edge and a gourmand warmth running through. Its profile is close to The House of Oud Almond Harmony and Jo Malone Sweet Milk.

01 Sunda / 01 Nomad

7.5

Odin New York · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Odin New York 01 Sunda / 01 Nomad is a fresh, citrusy and woody unisex scent that opens with Himalayan cedar leaf, bergamot and juniper berry. Voters lean towards autumn and spring, with summer and winter not far behind. It sits close to leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and voters split almost evenly between calling it feminine and masculine. It opens with cedar leaf, bergamot and juniper in a fresh, citrusy way. In the heart, palmarosa, heliotrope and black pepper add a floral, spicy softness. It settles into a powdery, creamy, lightly sweet wood of grey musk, Indian sandalwood and tonka bean. Zara Nude Bouquet and Amouage Sunshine Man have a close profile.

Aoud Extraordinaire

7.0

Roja Parfums · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Roja Parfums Aoud Extraordinaire is a sweet, fruity and floral unisex scent, with grapefruit, apple and pear on top and oud and vanilla settling underneath. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters point to spring and fall, and it leans towards evenings, nights out and leisure time. Voters read it as feminine more often than anything else, followed by modern and masculine. The top notes of grapefruit, apple, pear and peach bring a fruity brightness. In the heart, red rose, jasmine and orange blossom add a soft floral layer. The base turns woody, creamy and warm with oud, leather, vanilla and amber, while cotton candy and toffee push the sweetness further.