The Perfume Library

Hibiscus Mahajád

8.0

Maison Crivelli · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Maison Crivelli Hibiscus Mahajád is a fresh, fruity floral that balances its sweetness with spice and leather, worn as a unisex scent. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick spring, with autumn and summer close behind. It leans towards nights out, leisure time and evenings. Many voters call it feminine or modern, though a fair number read it as masculine. Hibiscus and hibiscus tea sit at the centre; pomegranate and blackcurrant add a tart fruitiness, while Damask rose absolute deepens the floral side. Spearmint brings freshness and cinnamon adds spice. Vanilla orchid and vanilla absolute soften the sweetness, and ambrette seed and leather stay in the background. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through the accords.

Pour Femme (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Lacoste · 2003

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Lacoste Pour Femme Eau de Parfum opens with pimento and purple freesia, moves through rose and jasmine, and settles into sandalwood and cedar: a fresh, floral, lightly spicy fragrance for women. The top pairs pimento with purple freesia. In the heart, heliotrope, hibiscus, Bulgarian rose and Persian jasmine form a floral core. The base of frankincense, Himalayan cedar and Mysore sandalwood turns woody and powdery, while the sensual skin accord adds a creamy warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind. Daily wear, office and leisure lead the occasions. Most voters call it feminine, with some also finding it modern or classic.

Hugo Deep Red

7.5

Hugo Boss · 2001

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Hugo Boss Hugo Deep Red is a women's perfume that links a fresh fruity opening of mandarin orange and blood orange to a sweet, powdery floral heart and a vanilla base. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, yet it also sits close to daily wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, and most voters find it feminine. The top notes of mandarin orange, blood orange, clementine, pear and blackcurrant give it a bright, juicy start. In the heart, freesia, tuberose and ginger flower build the floral core while ginger adds a light spice. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, cedarwood and musk settles it into a sweet, woody, soft finish.

Endless Summer

7.8

Amando Perez

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Amando Perez Endless Summer is a fresh, sweet unisex scent built around mandarin orange, bergamot and coconut. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Longevity and sillage both come across as moderate. Opinion on whether it reads masculine or feminine is split, with a modern character taking the lead. It opens with the citrus of mandarin orange, bergamot and lime, softened by creamy coconut. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, hibiscus and ginger add a warm floral touch. The base of musk, sugar cane and rum turns the scent sweeter as it dries. The fresh, citrus and fruity accords dominate, with a slightly synthetic edge. Rayhaan Aquatica and Parfums Vintage Isla Tropical have a close profile.

Omnia Coral (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Bvlgari · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Bvlgari Omnia Coral Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic floral with a light fruity sweetness, best suited to spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for daily, leisure and office use. It reads as feminine and modern. Bergamot and goji berry open bright and slightly tart, with fruit and citrus up front. In the heart, hibiscus and water lily add a soft, watery floral touch. The base settles into pomegranate sweetness balanced by dry cedarwood. Jimmy Choo Jimmy Choo L'Eau and Moschino Fresh Couture have a close profile.

Champs-Élysées (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Guerlain · 1996

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Guerlain Champs-Élysées Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent that most voters place in spring and summer. It opens with almond, violet, melon and peach, which give it a fruity brightness. At the heart, peony, rose and lilac form a floral bouquet with a green edge. Vanilla, cedar and sandalwood sweeten the base and settle it into a woody, powdery finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming a room. It suits daily wear, leisure time and the office best, with evenings chosen less often. Almost half of voters call it feminine. Escada Loving Bouquet and Histoires de Parfums Vert Pivoine have a close profile.

Sunplosion - Aloha State of Mind

7.3

Simone Andreoli · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Simone Andreoli Sunplosion - Aloha State of Mind is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that suits summer and spring days. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer, with spring second; it is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, and it also finds a place at the office. It leans feminine in the eyes of most voters, though quite a few call it modern. The scent reads like a basket of tropical fruit: mango and guava bring the sweetness while lime and coconut water keep it fresh. Hibiscus adds a floral touch, and Indian sandalwood gives a soft, creamy woody base. A sweet citrus accord carries a slightly synthetic gloss. The Dua Brand Explosive Sun and Victoria's Secret Electric Mango have a close profile.

Reb'l Fleur (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Rihanna · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Rihanna Reb'l Fleur Eau de Parfum is a sweet, fruity floral that moves from peach and plum to tuberose, violet and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with red berries, peach and plum. In the heart, coconut water, tuberose, violet and hibiscus add a soft floral layer. The base of musk, patchouli, amber and vanilla dries down powdery, creamy and gourmand-sweet. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters spread their picks across fall, winter and spring, with night outs and leisure leading the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Its profile is close to Rihanna Reb'l Fleur Love Always and Madonna Truth or Dare.

Hibiscus Palm

7.4

Aerin · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Aerin Hibiscus Palm is a fresh, green floral for women, with a soft tropical feel that sits between sweet and creamy. Hibiscus, tiaré and frangipani build the floral frame, while lotus and palm leaf add a green, airy lift. Coconut milk and vanilla sweeten the scent and give it a creamy softness, and musk gathers it onto a smooth base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Most read it as feminine. Berdoues Monoï & Tiaré and Berdoues Monoï & Coco have a close profile.

Aquatica

8.6

Rayhaan · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rayhaan Aquatica is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance in which bergamot, lime and coconut lead. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear and leisure are the occasions named most often. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern, though some read it as feminine. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange, lime and coconut, fresh and fruity. Jasmine, ginger, ylang-ylang and hibiscus form the heart. In the base, sugar cane, musk and white rum add sweetness and a creamy softness. Amando Perez Endless Summer and The Dua Brand Caribbean Waters have a close profile.

La Rive Woman

7.0

La Rive

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

La Rive Woman is a feminine perfume that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, powdery softness, leaning towards daytime wear and the warmer months. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, though fall and winter get votes too. It is chosen mostly for daily, business and leisure settings, with far fewer votes for evening or night out. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and its character reads mainly feminine. The top is apple, freesia and pimento, giving a fresh opening with a light spicy edge. The heart brings hibiscus, jasmine, rose and violet, pushing the floral side forward. In the base, cedarwood, sandalwood and suede close it on a creamy, woody softness.

Excellent Men

7.1

Al Haramain

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Al Haramain Excellent Men is a fresh, floral men's fragrance where rose, blackcurrant and passion fruit sit on a spicy base. The top opens with rose, hibiscus and blackcurrant in a fruity freshness. In the heart, white pepper, saffron and oud bring out the spicy side. The base of amber, cedarwood and sandalwood settles into a woody, resinous sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. It reads masculine. Excellent Woman and Lubin Upper Ten have a close profile.

Sicily (2003)

7.6

Dolce & Gabbana · 2003

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Dolce & Gabbana Sicily is a powdery, woody women's fragrance that pairs citrus freshness with a floral, sweet body; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters find it feminine; spring, fall and summer are picked almost equally, and daily wear and evenings stand out as the moments it suits. It opens with Sicilian bergamot and honeysuckle for a fresh start. Hibiscus, jasmine and black rose build a floral heart. In the base, heliotrope, sandalwood and musk sweeten it and close on a soft, powdery woodiness. Dolce & Gabbana Sicily (2018) and Boucheron Trouble have a close profile.

Scent Intense

7.4

Costume National · 2002

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Costume National Scent Intense is a unisex fragrance that moves from a fresh, floral start into a sweet, spicy and leathery base, suited to autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards night-out and evening wear, though leisure and daily use also get votes. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it sits comfortably on either side. Green tea, bergamot and cardamom give a clean, lightly spiced opening. Hibiscus, rose and jasmine sambac bring a floral, slightly fruity softness to the heart. The base of patchouli, leather, vanilla, ambergris and sandalwood dries down sweet, woody and earthy.

Wonderstruck (Eau de Parfum)

6.6

Taylor Swift · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Taylor Swift Wonderstruck Eau de Parfum is a floral, fruity and sweet scent with a young, feminine character that sits close to everyday wear. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer and winter further behind. It suits daily and leisure wear best, and about half of voters call it feminine, with many also finding it modern. Midnight Fantasy and Fancy Girl have a close profile. It opens with raspberry, freesia and apple blossom, which give a fruity brightness. In the heart, hibiscus, vanilla and honeysuckle sweeten the floral side. The base of sandalwood, musk, amber and peach dries down soft, powdery and gourmand.

Eau Tropicale

6.9

Sisley · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sisley Eau Tropicale is a fresh, floral-fruity women's fragrance that voters place mostly in spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Voters choose it mainly for daily wear, leisure and the office, and most see it as feminine. The top is bergamot, passion fruit, hibiscus, frangipani and ginger flower, giving a citrusy, green freshness. Turkish rose, violet and tuberose soften the heart into something floral. Cedar, ambrette seed and patchouli settle the base into a lightly woody, sweet finish.

Gloria (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Cacharel · 2002

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Cacharel Gloria Eau de Toilette is a fruity, floral women's fragrance that opens with Bulgarian rose, hibiscus and amaretto and turns sweeter with almond, vanilla and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards evening and daily wear. Voters mostly call its character feminine. A fresh, floral opening gives way to a heart where white pepper and white blossoms add a spicy edge. The base of almond, cherry, tonka bean and cedar leaves a gourmand, powdery and lightly woody sweetness.

Halle

6.9

Halle Berry · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Halle Berry Halle is a floral, fruity scent built around pear blossom, fig leaf and mimosa, made for women and leaning towards fall and spring days. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter; daily and leisure wear come first, and it also suits evenings and the office. It reads feminine, though some find it modern. It has been discontinued. It opens with Sicilian bergamot, with pear blossom and fig leaf adding a green freshness. In the heart, mimosa, freesia and hibiscus bring a soft floral note. The base of Kashmiri musk, amber and sandalwood dries down sweet, powdery and woody, with a gourmand, lightly spicy edge. Toni Gard Toni Gard Woman and Chopard Cašmir (Eau de Parfum) share a close profile.

Orchidée (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Yves Rocher · 1988

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Yves Rocher Orchidée Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent with fruity, sweet and powdery touches; it has been discontinued. Hibiscus and hyacinth set the floral line, vanilla sweetens and softens it, and spices add a faint warmth in the background. Among the accords, the fresh and floral sides lead, balanced by fruity and powdery tones, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and the office come first. It reads feminine and classic. Vandini Vanille and Maison Alhambra Centro have a close profile.

Heat Rush

6.5

Beyoncé · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Beyoncé Heat Rush is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some choosing it for nights out. It reads feminine and modern. Cherry, passion fruit sorbet and blood orange give it a bright, citrusy opening. In the heart, hibiscus, orchid and mango blossom add a floral sweetness. Teakwood, musk and amber soften that fruity sweetness at the base. The overall feel is fresh, sweet and slightly gourmand.

103 Fleur de Tiaré Jasmin Hibiscus

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Bon Parfumeur 103 Fleur de Tiaré Jasmin Hibiscus is a fresh, floral and sweet unisex scent led by jasmine sambac, tiaré and hibiscus. The flowers lead: jasmine sambac and tiaré form a creamy floral heart, while neroli and bergamot keep it bright. Musk, vanilla and sand stay in the background and pull the scent towards a soft, powdery sweetness, with a slightly synthetic sheen running through the accords. Voters find its longevity and sillage moderate. Most pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear come first. About half of voters read it as feminine, though it is unisex. Coreterno Punk Motel and Maison Matine Bain de Midi have a close profile.

Aoud Queen Roses

7.2

Montale

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Black Star

5.5

Avril Lavigne · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Avril Lavigne Black Star is a fresh, fruity and sweet women's fragrance that suits spring and autumn days, daily wear and leisure time; it has been discontinued. It opens with pear, mango and blackcurrant, a fresh and juicy fruit start. The heart brings hibiscus, jasmine and lotus for a soft floral touch. In the base, musk, vanilla, chocolate and sandalwood sweeten the scent and close it with a warm, gourmand feel. A synthetic edge runs through the accords as well. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and it leans towards daily and relaxed settings. Its character reads modern and feminine. Montale Diamond Greedy and Emir Pear Potion have a close profile.

Scent

7.1

Costume National · 2002

Fresh · Floral · Green

Costume National Scent is a unisex fragrance that ties a fresh opening of green tea, bergamot and cardamom to a warm base of patchouli, leather and vanilla. The top notes of green tea, bergamot and cardamom start clean and lightly spiced. In the heart, hibiscus, rose and jasmine sambac add a soft floral layer. The base of patchouli, leather, vanilla, ambergris and sandalwood sweetens the scent and dries down woody and warm. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. In the character votes feminine leads, with masculine not far behind. Scent Intense and Intense Red Edition have a close profile.