The Perfume Library

Toy Boy

7.5

Moschino · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Moschino Toy Boy is a fresh, green men's fragrance that leans fruity and floral, with a woody finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. It is chosen about equally for leisure, evenings and nights out, while office wear comes last. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. It opens with clove, Italian bergamot, pink pepper and pear, while nutmeg and elemi resin add a spicy edge. The heart brings flax blossom, magnolia and rose, softened by cashmeran. Haitian vetiver and Ambermax® make up the base. Première Peau rosemonotone and Emanuel Ungaro L'Amour Fou (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Météore

7.8

Louis Vuitton · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Louis Vuitton Météore is a fresh, citrusy and spicy men's fragrance built around Sicilian mandarin orange, Calabrian bergamot and Sichuan pepper. It reads as a single sweep rather than a layered one: Sicilian orange and mandarin give a bright citrus face, while black pepper, pink pepper and cardamom sharpen it with dry warmth. Tunisian neroli softens the picture, and Java vetiver and nutmeg leave a faintly earthy depth behind. The aquatic and synthetic accents add a clean, cool edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. It reads masculine and modern. Dior Sauvage (Eau de Toilette) and Bvlgari Aqva Amara (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Oud Stallion

8.2

Maison Crivelli · 2023

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Maison Crivelli Oud Stallion is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick winter and fall, with evening and night out the favoured occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. It reads mostly masculine, though modern and classic votes are present too. As a whole it is sweet, woody and leathery. Oud and leather build a smoky base, saffron and nutmeg add spice, and roasted venezuelan tonka bean absolute brings sweetness. Atlas cedar Orpur® and Indonesian patchouli Orpur® deepen the woody side. Maison Crivelli Oud Maracujá and Montale Leather Patchouli have a close profile.

Gentlemen Only (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Givenchy · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Givenchy Gentlemen Only Eau de Toilette is a fresh, woody men's fragrance that sets Somalian frankincense and birch leaf against Italian green mandarin orange. It opens with frankincense, birch leaf, green mandarin and Indonesian nutmeg, so citrus and spice sit side by side. The heart of Egyptian cumin and Texas cedar turns dry and woody. Indonesian patchouli, Aldron® and Haitian vetiver leave the base earthy and smoky. Overall it reads fresh and green, with aquatic and lightly sweet touches. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, and daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions. Its character leans masculine. Montblanc Explorer and Davidoff Cool Water Parfum have a close profile.

Rima XI

7.6

Carner · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Carner Rima XI is a unisex fragrance that most voters place in fall and winter, suited to evenings and relaxed leisure wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. It also gets worn in spring, while summer is the weakest fit. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share call it masculine, so it sits somewhere between the two. It opens with Guatemala cardamom, Madagascan pepper, saffron and Nana mint, spicy and a little cool. In the heart, coriander, Ceylonese cinnamon and Indonesian nutmeg carry the spice on while Indian jasmine sambac adds a soft floral touch. The base of Virginia cedar, Australian sandalwood, Siam benzoin and Bourbon vanilla absolute settles into a sweet, powdery, creamy woodiness.

Nuit de Sable

7.1

bdk Parfums · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

bdk Parfums Nuit de Sable is a unisex scent that pairs spice with sweetness and suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters recommend autumn and winter; evenings and nights out lead, and it is worn for leisure too. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably either way. The top opens with a spicy trio of cumin, Guatemala cardamom and Indonesian nutmeg. The heart brings Rose oxide, Turkish rose absolute and sand, where the floral side becomes clear. The base of Australian sandalwood, ambroxan, musk and tonka bean absolute dries down creamy, sweet and woody. Ajmal Sacrifice for Her and Carner Rima XI have a close profile.

Botafumeiro

7.6

Carner · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Carner Botafumeiro is a unisex fragrance that pairs a sweet floral core with spicy, resinous and smoky tones, and it suits cooler seasons and evenings best. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind; summer is the least chosen. Evening, leisure and night out are the leading occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it reads as wearable by anyone. It opens with Indonesian nutmeg, Italian bergamot and pink pepper, which give a bright, spicy start. In the heart, freesia and lily of the valley soften the floral side, while Spanish cistus and Indonesian patchouli add a woody, resinous depth. Honduras styrax, musk and Mystikal® settle the base into a sweet, smoky, oriental finish.

Island Lush

7.1

Goldfield & Banks · 2022

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Goldfield & Banks Island Lush is a sweet, spicy woody oriental with a leathery edge, offered as a unisex scent. Most voters recommend it for autumn, then spring and winter; summer is far less favoured. Evenings and nights out lead, and it also suits leisure time. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards masculine for its character, though some read it as feminine. It opens with ginger, nutmeg and pink pepper, brightened by bergamot. The heart of cedar, gaiac wood and geranium sets a woody ground. In the base, patchouli, oud, sandalwood and leather weigh most, with benzoin adding sweetness. Musicology Fly me to the Oud and Zimaya Oud Is Great have a close profile.

Megalium

7.7

Carner · 2018

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Carner Megalium is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with mandarin orange, Laotian cinnamon and Ceylonese cinnamon leaf, which give it a bright, spicy start. In the heart, Indian white pepper absolute, Indonesian nutmeg and Bulgarian rose come forward; the base of Ethiopian myrrh, Somalian frankincense and styrax carries it into a woody, smoky, sweet resin. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Matière Première Encens Suave and Amouage Opus XIV - Royal Tobacco have a close profile.

Volcano

7.7

Carner · 2018

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Carner Volcano is a floral, spicy and smoky unisex scent in which nutmeg, Bulgarian rose and oud stand out. The top pairs Indonesian nutmeg, Bulgarian rose and Laotian red ginger for a spicy opening. In the heart, Indian cypriol, Somalian frankincense and Indonesian patchouli add an earthy, resinous weight. The base of oud, cistus and benzoin settles into a warm, smoky woodiness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is worn mostly for evenings and nights out. It leans somewhat masculine, though a fair share of voters read it as feminine. By Terry Rose Infernale and Diptyque Oud Palao have a close profile.

Hale Bopp

8.1

Tiziana Terenzi · 2019

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Tiziana Terenzi Hale Bopp opens with Ceylonese cinnamon, Indonesian nutmeg and Sicilian lemon, and settles into a spicy, sweet, woody unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out; summer and the office get far fewer votes. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it leans neither way. The opening pairs cinnamon and nutmeg spice with the brightness of lemon. In the heart, Indian patchouli, African geranium, Tahitian vanilla and Italian sage build an earthy, powdery sweetness. The base of Italian musk, ambergris, Indonesian sandalwood and labdanum leaves a warm, resinous trail.

Rose Infernale

7.5

By Terry · 2014

Floral · Spicy · Woody

By Terry Rose Infernale is a woody floral that darkens rose with spice, resin and smoke, sold as a women's fragrance. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it can also be worn for leisure. Most voters find it feminine, but a fair share call it masculine. The scent reads as one whole: Turkish damask rose sits at the centre, with the warm spice of Indonesian nutmeg beside it. Haitian vetiver lays a dry, woody base, and Somalian frankincense adds a resinous, smoky depth. The floral side is shadowy rather than sweet, with an oriental feel. Carner Volcano and Givenchy Fantasque have a close profile.

Moncler Sunrise pour Homme

8.2

Moncler · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Moncler Sunrise pour Homme is a fresh, woody men's fragrance that pairs the brightness of lemon and Italian bergamot with the dry, powdery tones of suede and sage. It opens with lemon, Italian bergamot and pink pepper, a citrus lifted by light spice. In the heart, suede, sage and Indonesian nutmeg bring a leathery, powdery softness. Frankincense, Haitian vetiver and Indonesian patchouli settle into a woody, slightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It mostly reads as masculine and modern.

Amber & Spices

7.1

Montale · 2009

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Montale Amber & Spices is a sweet, smoky unisex fragrance built on amber, oud and Indian sandalwood, with spice and rose running through it. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while summer plays a small part. It leans towards evenings and nights out, with daily and office wear getting fewer votes. Voters read it as more masculine than feminine, though a good share call it feminine. The notes read as one whole rather than a top-to-base sequence: an amber and oud core sharpened by Indonesian nutmeg and Egyptian cumin, with Moroccan rose adding a floral softness. Ebony and Indian sandalwood lay down a woody, resinous, oriental floor, and sweetness stays dominant throughout. Arabian Oud Woody Intense and Monotheme Rose Oud have a close profile.

Pour Un Homme de Caron Sport

7.5

Caron · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Caron Pour Un Homme de Caron Sport is a fresh, green men's fragrance led by citrus and lavender; it has been discontinued, and it suits daytime and sporty wear. Grapefruit, French lavender absolute and Italian green mandarin orange open it brightly, with Indian verbena pushing that freshness towards green. In the heart, Indonesian nutmeg, Madagascan ginger and Virginia cedar add a spicy, woody backbone. The base turns sweeter with tonka bean and Siam benzoin, softened by white musk and ambergris. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and never overwhelms. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure, sport and business wear lead the occasions. Most voters read its character as masculine.

901 Muscade Amande Patchouli

7.3

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Bon Parfumeur 901 Muscade Amande Patchouli is a unisex scent that suits autumn and spring days, pairing fresh citrus with a sweet, spicy warmth. It opens with almond, grapefruit and ginger, the citrus freshness sitting next to the sweetness of the almond. In the heart, black pepper, Indonesian nutmeg and blond woods build a spicy, woody line. Musk, vanilla, tonka bean and patchouli soften the base and pull it towards an oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and winter is not far behind. It is chosen mostly for leisure time and the office. It leans slightly masculine but reads as unisex. P1 Members Only and Initio Oud for Happiness have a close profile.

Burning Rose

7.7

Carolina Herrera · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Carolina Herrera Burning Rose pairs Bulgarian rose absolute with Laotian cinnamon and Madagascar pepper, giving a floral, spicy and smoky unisex scent. It opens with Madagascar pepper, ginger and Indonesian nutmeg, a warm spice start. At the heart, Bulgarian rose absolute and Laotian cinnamon take over, with the rose set in a sweet, oriental frame. The base of frankincense, labdanum and patchouli adds a smoky, resinous depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though only a small number of voters have scored them, so treat the figures as a rough guide. It suits those who like a warm, spiced rose, and it sits between masculine and feminine. Kenzo Encens Lumière and Dunhill Egyptian Smoke have a close profile.

A Bulldog in the Atelier

7.4

Teresa Helbig · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Teresa Helbig A Bulldog in the Atelier opens with Roman chamomile, coriander seed and pepper, then softens towards vanilla and sandalwood, a floral and spicy unisex scent. The opening is fresh with a slight edge from chamomile, coriander seed and pepper. At the heart, Haitian vetiver, Indonesian nutmeg and Egyptian geranium give it an earthy, spicy backbone. The base of musk, vanilla, patchouli and sandalwood turns it sweet, creamy and powdery-woody. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, autumn and winter, and few choose summer. It suits daily wear as well as the office and evenings, and voters split between reading it as feminine and masculine.

Autumn 24

7.2

Ffern · 2024

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Summer 25

7.9

Ffern · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

By the Yuzu Grove

8.0

Galleria Parfums · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Galleria Parfums By the Yuzu Grove is a unisex citrus scent that pulls its freshness together with spice and wood. Yuzu, Sicilian mandarin orange and lemon zest lead, with ginger sharpening the opening. In the heart, frankincense and Sichuan pepper add a spicy, resinous depth. The base of Haitian vetiver, leather and cedarwood settles the scent onto an earthy, woody ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room. Its fresh, green character keeps it close to everyday wear. It shares a close profile with Fragonard Vétiver and Birkholz Royal Vetiver.

Toy Boy 2

7.5

Moschino · 2025

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Moschino Toy Boy 2 is a men's fragrance that pairs a spicy opening of nutmeg, cardamom and ginger with a warm, resinous base of myrrh and vetiver. Indonesian nutmeg, Indian cardamom and Indian ginger give the top a fresh, spicy start. Madagascar pepper and coffee lead the heart, and myrrh, cistus and vetiver settle the base into something woody and resinous. Among the accords, sweetness and a soft, powdery, creamy side weigh most. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters pick evening and nights out most often, with leisure and business also getting votes. It is a men's fragrance. Gucci Guilty Elixir de Parfum pour Homme and Tesori d'Oriente Mirra have a close profile.

Old Money

7.0

Teresa Helbig · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Teresa Helbig Old Money is a fresh, floral and powdery unisex scent that opens with Indian cardamom, plum and Indonesian nutmeg. The spice of cardamom and nutmeg meets the sweet fruitiness of plum at the start. In the heart, lily of the valley, Spanish fig and violet soften things into a floral, powdery mood. The base settles on patchouli, vetiver and cistus for a woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters see it working across all four seasons, with autumn and spring slightly ahead. Business and daily wear lead, with evening also suiting it. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together. Valentino Very Valentino and Xerjoff XXY have a close profile.

Labdanum Deluxe

8.0

Duftkumpels

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Duftkumpels Labdanum Deluxe is a sweet, resinous unisex scent with spicy and smoky touches. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good; most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, though it also gets worn at leisure and at work. Its dense character suits men and women alike. Moroccan, Spanish and Indian labdanum absolutes form the backbone, while Siam benzoin and tonka bean absolute add sweetness, and Indonesian nutmeg, Omani frankincense and myrrh bring the spicy, smoky resin. Indian patchouli gives a woody base, with Thai coconut and red berries softening the edges.