The Perfume Library

For Men / For Gentlemen

7.5

Woods of Windsor · 1981

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Woods of Windsor For Men / For Gentlemen is a fresh, green men's fragrance that pairs bright citrus with spice, herbs and an earthy, woody base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer less favoured. Daily wear and business settings lead, while evening and night out come well behind. It is classed as a men's fragrance. It opens with bergamot, orange and lemon in a bright citrus layer, warmed by clove and nutmeg. Herbs carry the green note through the heart. In the base, patchouli and oakmoss settle it into an earthy, woody and slightly leathery finish.

Tobacco

7.8

Perfumer H · 2019

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Perfumer H Tobacco is a male-leaning scent built around black tobacco, amber and spices, where fresh, green and smoky facets are softened by a sweet warmth. It starts green and earthy: common sage, herbs and Italian bergamot bring freshness, while patchouli and tree moss lay a smoky, woody base. Amber, labdanum and tonka bean add a sweet, resinous warmth, and the spices and mandarin orange keep it from turning heavy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring is not far behind. Leisure, evening and business wear are split almost evenly. Miller Harris Feuilles de Tabac and Mancera Hindu Kush have a close profile.

Regal

7.2

Boadicea the Victorious · 2011

Floral · Green · Spicy

Boadicea the Victorious Regal is a unisex scent for autumn and winter evenings, where floral and spicy tones meet a woody, animalic base. Summer fruits sit on top, but the scent really forms in the heart, where jasmine, rose and violet absolute lie alongside saffron and herbs. The base is led by patchouli, sandalwood, cedarwood and amber, and the animalic notes give it a powdery, resinous and slightly smoky depth. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Most pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions, while summer is the least chosen season. Masculine and feminine votes are level, so it reads comfortably either way. Perfumes with a close profile include By Terry Terryfic Oud L'Eau and Montale Aoud Roses Petals.

[⁶C] Carbon

6.9

One of those · 2012

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

One of those [⁶C] Carbon is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent with a smoky, earthy edge, best suited to the cooler seasons. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, and leisure and evening wear lead. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits between the two. It has been discontinued. Sandalwood and resins give it a warm, woody frame, while cardamom, black pepper and ginger add a dry, peppery bite. Iris and pepper blossom soften that edge, and herbs bring an earthy note. The result is a smoky, sweet-leaning oriental wood.

Bohemian Black

8.2

House of Matriarch · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

House of Matriarch Bohemian Black is a unisex scent that pairs floral richness with resinous, woody depth in a sweet, smoky character; it has been discontinued. Night-blooming jasmine, tiaré, Colombian gardenia and Italian honeysuckle form the floral side. Beneath them oud, Omani frankincense, Mysore sandalwood and amber carry the weight, while limoncello and herbs stay in the background and lift it slightly. Spicy, animal and earthy accords temper the sweetness. Voters find both longevity and sillage strong. Most pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes run close, so it reads open to either. Dior Oud Ispahan and Tom Ford Tobacco Oud have a close profile.

Embers (2013)

8.4

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Embers is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent that suits cooler seasons, evenings and relaxed time off; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole: spices and herbs sit over a sweet base, while rose otto adds a soft floral touch. Benzoin, labdanum and Bourbon vanilla give it a resinous, creamy, powdery warmth, and Mysore sandalwood adds a woody depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening the most common occasion. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads as truly unisex.

Khashab Al-Oud

7.9

Abdul Samad Al Qurashi

Fresh · Spicy · Woody

Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Khashab Al-Oud is a fresh, smoky woody fragrance that sets oud, sandalwood and cedarwood against rose and jasmine. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring close behind, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is presented as unisex. The top opens with bergamot, herbs and fresh notes, plus a floral touch. In the heart, jasmine and rose sit beside rosewood and cedarwood. The base of oud and sandalwood, with woody notes, leaves a spicy, smoky warmth.

Ambivalence

7.9

D.L. Roelen

Fresh · Green · Sweet

D.L. Roelen Ambivalence is a unisex scent that opens with green leaves, cannabis and grapefruit and settles into a smoky, resinous base. The opening is fresh and sharp, with green leaves and grapefruit, while cannabis adds a herbal depth. In the heart, immortelle, hay and palo santo come forward; as it dries, frankincense and vanilla bring a resinous sweetness, and animalic musk and oakmoss darken the base. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring, autumn and winter over summer, and it is suggested mostly for leisure, with night and evening wear also in the mix. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. Chapel Factory Holy Stick and Serge Lutens Encens et lavande have a close profile.

EauMer

7.6

Pekji · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pekji EauMer is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that pairs a green, aquatic feel with a floral and woody base. Bergamot and lime bring the coolness, while lavender and herbs add a green edge. Jasmine softens it with a floral touch, and aniseed gives a faint spiciness. Haitian vetiver, mastic, musk and ambergris form a clean, woody base, with a slightly synthetic sheen running through the accords. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters mostly read it as masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. Acqua di Baviera Lago and Al Haramain Étoiles Silver have a close profile.

Hildegarde / Carmel Snow

6.8

Technique Indiscrète

Fresh · Floral · Green

Technique Indiscrète Hildegarde / Carmel Snow is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer. It opens with petitgrain, lime and bergamot forming a bright citrus base, while orange blossom and peach soften it with a fruity sweetness. In the heart, violet, lily of the valley and saffron lead, with herbs adding a green edge. The base of cedar, Haitian vetiver and amber brings woody depth, and candied fruits keep a gourmand sweetness going. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Most pick spring and summer; it suits leisure and daily wear best, with evening and office also chosen. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or classic. Yardley Lily of the Valley and Loewe Gala de Día have a close profile.

Enter the Void

6.8

Moth and Rabbit · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Moth and Rabbit Enter the Void is a unisex scent where blackcurrant, grapefruit and lime build a fresh, green, slightly spicy opening; it suits leisure time and spring best. The opening is citrusy and fruity from blackcurrant, grapefruit and lime, while herbs and immortelle push the green side harder. The skunk accord adds an animal, faintly synthetic edge. In the heart, aldehydes and a sensual skin accord come forward, and the base of sandalwood, musk and amber leaves a woody sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though it is worn in summer too. It is chosen most often for leisure, with evening and daily wear following. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as in between.

Sélection Verte

8.2

Creed · 1970

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Creed Sélection Verte is a fresh, green men's fragrance that pairs neroli and citrus notes with a peppery edge. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither dominates a room nor fades quickly. Most voters place it in business, daily and leisure wear, with evening and night-out use further behind. Voters mostly call its character masculine, while classic and modern draw similar shares. It opens with neroli, citrus and peppery notes, fresh and lightly spiced. Herbs and peppermint in the heart bring out the green side. Ambergris leaves a calm base underneath, and fruity and resinous touches round out the accords.

James Bronnley Original / Body Care for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Bronnley

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Bronnley James Bronnley Original / Body Care for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh masculine scent that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and leisure time. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and business settings. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Voters mostly read it as masculine and classic. It opens with bergamot, neroli and Italian lemon, giving a citrusy, fruity freshness. Moss, mint and herbs add a green heart, and vetiver, cedar and amber settle into a woody, slightly sweet base. Spicy and synthetic touches run through the accords. Salvador Dali Le Roy Soleil Extrême and Zara Heritage Selection - Orange Zest have a close profile.

Crimson Desire (Extrait de Parfum)

5.5

The Misk Company · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

The Misk Company Crimson Desire Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, fruity and earthy unisex scent built around peach, red fruits and black musk. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, so it stays noticeable on the skin and around you well into the day. As an Extrait de Parfum it is easier to wear with a light hand, and it doesn't lean towards either men or women. It opens with peach and fruits softened by floral notes, with an animalic trace behind them. Towards the heart, red fruits, green tea and herbs come forward, with amber adding warmth. In the base, wild berries, black musk and soil take over, leaving a sweet, spicy and faintly woody finish. Zoologist Bat and elkhaldi Nectar Royale have a close profile.

Cavale (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Fabergé · 1975

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Fabergé Cavale Eau de Toilette is a discontinued chypre for women that anchors bright citrus with green notes and oakmoss. It opens with lemon vervain, citrus fruits, green notes and vetiver, sharp and fresh at first. In the heart, herbs and patchouli pull the green toward the earth, and the base of oakmoss and leather dries down woody and leathery. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though many call it classic. Guy Laroche Eau Folle and Guerlain Coriolan have a close profile.

Cascador (Extrait de Parfum)

8.0

Henry Jacques

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Extrait de Parfum

Henry Jacques Cascador Extrait de Parfum is a fresh, green citrus scent with a lightly sweet, powdery softness, and it reads as unisex. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen. It suits daily wear, leisure time and the office, and votes split closely between masculine and feminine. Bergamot, citrus notes and herbs open it fresh and green. Tea and Virginia cedar add a light woody touch in the heart. Musk and amber soften the base, bringing out the sweet, powdery side.

Mesmerize for Men (Cologne)

7.4

Avon · 1992

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Avon Mesmerize for Men (Cologne) is a sweet, spicy and distinctly masculine scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters find it masculine, with some calling it modern. Spearmint, mandarin orange, apple and bergamot open fresh and fruity. Herbs and spices form the heart, and cardamom, myrrh and amber carry the base into a sweet, powdery, resinous warmth. Serge Lutens Rousse and Calvin Klein Obsession for Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Vespri Aromatico

7.2

Nobile 1942 · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nobile 1942 Vespri Aromatico is a unisex fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer, with an easy, everyday feel. Voters link it mostly with leisure and daytime wear, and the office is a fair fit too; nights out and sport trail behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It leans masculine in the character votes, though a fair share of voters read it as feminine. It opens with dill, bergamot and Italian lemon alongside herbs, and sea salt adds an aquatic edge. The heart brings fennel, juniper and rosemary, softened by geranium. The base of tonka bean, sandalwood and musk settles into a warm, woody foundation. The overall impression is fresh, green and citrusy.

Allegretto 7.2

7.7

Berceuse Parfum · 2020

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Berceuse Parfum Allegretto 7.2 is a unisex scent with a green, earthy and smoky character, like a damp walk through woods, and it sits most comfortably in fall and spring. It opens with a cool mint, and the heart builds a green, earthy texture from roots, green leaves, soil, herbs and lavender, with smoke adding a dry edge. The base rests on Haitian vetiver and cedarwood, while benzoin and vanilla soften the resinous structure. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and nights out. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits evenly between the two. Lalique Encre Noire and Heeley Vetiver Veritas have a close profile.

Yas Al Malaki

8.6

Yas Perfumes

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Yas Perfumes Yas Al Malaki is a unisex scent that pairs a woody backbone of cedarwood and oud with herbs, leaning sweet and spicy. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as strong, so it stays on the skin for a long time and carries well around you. The number of votes is small, so take that as a rough guide. It suits anyone who wants a heavy, noticeable scent, and being unisex it isn't tied to men or women. Cedarwood opens it, herbs sit in the heart and oud anchors the base. The accords are sweet, spicy and woody, softened by a creamy, resinous side. Animal, earthy and smoky tones give it an oriental depth.

Tirtha / तीर्थ

7.7

Parfum Prissana · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfum Prissana Tirtha / तीर्थ is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green floral side against a smoky, resinous woodiness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though evenings and nights suit it too. Votes are split on whether it reads masculine or feminine, so it sits comfortably either way. Jasmine sambac and white champaca build the floral side, while galbanum and herbs add a green freshness. Camphor and lemon grass keep it bright. Underneath come sandalwood, frankincense, benzoin and smoke, with cinnamon and clove adding a light spicy warmth.

Urban Leather

7.1

L'Ateliero · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

L'Ateliero Urban Leather is a sweet, fruity scent with a leathery, smoky and spicy character, positioned as a men's fragrance. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, with most voters giving high marks. Voters recommend it mostly for fall, winter and spring, and lean towards nights out and evenings, though it also works for leisure and daily wear. The notes read as one whole: leather, cedarwood and sandalwood build a woody, leathery frame, while amber and vanilla soften it with a creamy sweetness. Wild berries add a fruity brightness, and rose and jasmine leave a faint floral touch in the background.

Scent Bar 101

6.9

Scent Bar · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Green

Scent Bar 101 is a unisex fragrance that centres on the green, fresh and lightly sweet side of fig, softened by a powdery, woody base. Its longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide, but the scent reads neither heavy nor faint. Being unisex, it is not tied to either gender. Superdry Neon Purple and Ariana Grande R.E.M. have a close profile. The top of cypress, herbs and fig leaf gives a green opening. In the heart, fig, jasmine, lavender and cyclamen strike a floral and fruity balance. In the base, coconut, sandalwood and almond milk bring a gourmand sweetness, while white musk and soft woods add a powdery softness.

Irresistible Man

6.9

L'Ateliero · 2021

Fresh · Green · Sweet

L'Ateliero Irresistible Man is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance where mint, cinnamon and cardamom meet the sweetness of coconut and vanilla. Mint and bergamot give it a cool, bright start, while herbs and lavender pull it towards green. Cinnamon and cardamom add spice, and tonka bean, vanilla and coconut sweeten the whole. Woody and earthy shades sit in the accords, and the overall impression is fresh, sweet and slightly synthetic. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, summer comes second, and winter trails behind. LR Jungle Man (Eau de Parfum) and Korres Vetiver Root have a close profile.