The Perfume Library

Lily Beach

7.4

Jacques Zolty · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Jacques Zolty Lily Beach is a fresh, green women's fragrance that sets a heart of lily against cardamom, carnation and ivy. It opens with cardamom, carnation and ivy, which give it a spicy, green first impression. Lily takes over the floral heart, while the aquatic accord keeps the whole thing light and airy. Musk and Lebanon cedar soften it at the base and settle it onto a gently woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure time and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, with a modern streak.

Perle de Mousse

7.2

Ann Gérard · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ann Gérard Perle de Mousse is a feminine chypre that builds its fresh, green opening of bergamot, green mandarin and galbanum around rose and jasmine. Most voters place it in spring, followed by fall and summer, with winter the least likely season. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. It opens with bergamot, pink pepper, ivy and aldehydes, bright and a little sharp. The heart gathers Bulgarian rose, jasmine, gardenia and hawthorn into a floral frame, with clove adding a thin line of spice. The base of ambergris, musk, vanilla and mastic absolute settles it into something resinous and soft. Trussardi Action Donna and Lubin L de Lubin (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Acadian

7.1

Pineward · 2023

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Pineward Acadian is a fresh, aquatic and green unisex scent led by oakmoss, kelp and cedar. The notes read as one whole: yuzu and bergamot add a bright lift, while juniper berry, eucalyptus and ivy bring a cool, green edge. Oakmoss and cedar lay down an earthy, woody base, softened by water lily and heliotrope. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair share too. It leans towards leisure and daily wear and sits comfortably at the office. Most voters find it masculine, yet it stays unisex in feel. Aēsop Karst and Pineward Ivymoss have a close profile.

New York Flowers

6.9

Bond No. 9 · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Bond No. 9 New York Flowers is a fresh, floral unisex scent, with a fruity and sweet side that reads like a light, creamy bouquet. Most voters pick spring and summer, and name leisure, daily wear and business as the occasions it suits. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. More than half of voters see it as feminine. The top opens with clementine, Anjou pear and ivy, giving a fruity freshness. The heart brings tuberose, Grasse rose and star jasmine, with red tulip alongside. In the base, sandalwood, amber and iris lay down a soft, creamy footing.

Rose Rebelle Respawn

6.8

What We Do Is Secret · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

What We Do Is Secret Rose Rebelle Respawn is a fresh, green floral that sets rose against mint and ivy and settles into a sweet, cocoa-tinged warmth; it is made for women and has been discontinued. It opens cool, with ivy and mint. The heart is carnation and rose, spicy and powdery, and the base of frankincense, musk and cocoa sweetens and softens it. The fresh, slightly synthetic character runs through to the end. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with leisure and evening wear leading. Most call it feminine. Elizabeth Taylor Gardenia and Divine L'Infante have a close profile.

Othello

7.1

Il Profvmo · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Il Profvmo Othello is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of Sicilian lemon, mandarin orange zest and passion fruit over a smoky, resinous base of oud and rose honey. The citrus and fruit lead at first; in the heart, silver birch, patchouli, queen-of-the-night and Omani frankincense add a green, floral and resinous turn. In the base, oud, ivy and rose honey pull it towards woody, slightly oriental and smoky. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it leans towards leisure and business settings. Most voters find it masculine and classic. Agatho 195 a.C. and Parfums de Marly Shagya have a close profile.

Ivymoss

6.9

Pineward · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Pineward Ivymoss is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent led by spearmint, oakmoss and lemon grass, and it suits spring and summer days. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: spearmint and lime zest bring coolness, mountain pine and cedarwood build a woody frame, and oakmoss and ivy add an earthy, green depth. Aquatic and spicy accords are softened a little by water lily and green tea. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It leans somewhat masculine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine. Pineward Acadian and Imaginary Authors Mosaic have a close profile.

Gant (2023)

6.3

Gant · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Gant (2023) is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance led by citrus and green accords, leaning towards spring and summer days. It opens with pink pepper, bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, a bright, lightly spiced citrus. Cedarwood, rosemary and vermouth add a green, slightly bitter heart. Sandalwood and patchouli settle into a woody base, softened by sweet and synthetic touches. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office best. It reads masculine and modern. Rabanne XS pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Bench. Together for Him have a close profile.

Rock River Melody

7.8

Régime des Fleurs · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Green

Régime des Fleurs Rock River Melody is a fresh, green scent set on a floral, woody and powdery base; it is marketed to men, yet voters read it as masculine and feminine alike. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring, with fall and summer not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it also suits the office. It opens green and bright with bergamot, galbanum and ivy. In the heart, plant juice, rose, narcissus and patchouli add a floral, earthy touch. The base of amber, sandalwood, cedar and musk settles into a sweet, creamy, resinous warmth.

Boston Ivy

7.3

D.S. & Durga · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

D.S. & Durga Boston Ivy is a fresh, green and earthy men's scent built around lime, green pepper and ivy, and it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It suits daily, leisure and office wear more than evenings or nights out. It reads masculine to most voters, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens fresh and lightly spicy with lime, green pepper and hop blossom. The heart of marine notes, ivy and clover gives it an aquatic greenness. The base of soil, oakmoss and galbanum leaves a resinous, earthy fougère feel. Antonio Visconti Esprit Libre and Xerjoff Aubres have a close profile.

Kapsule Floriental

7.4

Karl Lagerfeld · 2008

Floral · Green · Fruity

Grass (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

GAP · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

GAP Grass Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green women's fragrance built on green notes, ivy and musk, and it has been discontinued. The notes read as a single whole: green notes and ivy give it a grassy, leafy feel, and musk softens it. Among the accords, fresh, citrus and aquatic lead, with floral and lightly sweet touches in the background and a synthetic, clean-air quality. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is seen as suiting daily wear, leisure, work and sport. It reads mostly feminine. Marc Jacobs Gardenia and Zara Lisboa have a close profile.

Mythique

7.6

Parfums DelRae

Floral · Green · Spicy

Parfums DelRae Mythique opens with mandarin orange, Italian bergamot and ivy, then moves into jasmine sambac conrete, peony and Iris pallida: a floral-green scent for women, now discontinued. Bright citrus and the cool green of ivy come first. In the heart, jasmine sambac conrete and peony add a soft floral note, while Iris pallida brings a powdery air. The base of Indonesian patchouli, ambrette and sandalwood settles the scent onto a woody, earthy and faintly smoky ground, with a spicy edge staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter chosen less often. Daytime wear and the office are the most common settings, and evening is not far behind. Most voters read it as feminine. Perfumer H Velvet and L'Artisan Parfumeur Dzongkha have a close profile.

Ca' Luna

7.4

Acqua di Biella · 2007

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Acqua di Biella Ca' Luna is a unisex scent that pairs the green, resinous opening of ivy, mastic and galbanum with a warm base of leather and sandalwood. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Votes for feminine and masculine sit close together, so it reads comfortably either way. It opens fresh, green and resinous with ivy, mastic and galbanum. White pepper, rum and elemi resin bring a spicy, lightly sweet warmth to the heart. Leather, sandalwood and musk settle it into a woody, powdery, creamy base.

This Is Not a Love Spell

7.4

Sorce

Floral · Green · Fruity

Extrait de Parfum

Sorce This Is Not a Love Spell Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that lays a fruity, sweet gourmand tone over a floral and green character. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough indication. With its unisex build, it sits comfortably on both men and women. Blueberry jam and vanilla bring the sweetness, while violet and lavender pull it towards the floral side. Ivy adds a green, earthy shade and star anise a light spicy touch. The notes don't unfold in stages; the scent reads as a single whole from start to finish. Solstice Scents Blueberry Violet Truffle and KoRo Violet Clouds have a close profile.

100 Tweeds

7.5

Euphorium Brooklyn · 2015

Floral · Green · Spicy

Euphorium Brooklyn 100 Tweeds is a green, woody, spicy and smoky unisex scent, with floral and earthy sides that give it a dense, layered character. Oakmoss, celery seed and indole lay down a green, earthy ground. Cypriol and black pepper add spice and smoke, while benzoin and honey soften that rough texture with a resinous, faintly sweet warmth. An animal trace lingers in the background. Voters find both longevity and sillage good. Fall and spring lead the seasons, and leisure and evening are the most chosen occasions. Votes on character split between masculine and feminine, so it reads as truly unisex. Strangers Parfumerie Gheorghe and Jorum Studio Arborist have a close profile.

Sofia

6.7

Detaille

Floral · Green · Fruity

Detaille Sofia is a women's fragrance that moves from a green opening through a floral heart of jasmine and carnation to a sweet base of vanilla and patchouli. The top is tamarind, ivy and blackcurrant bud, which gives a first impression that is both green and fruity. In the heart, jasmine, carnation and heliotrope lead, with the heliotrope adding a powdery softness to the florals. The base of vanilla, patchouli and tonka bean settles the scent into a sweet, woody, lightly spicy finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. It suits daily wear as well as evenings and nights out.

100% Love

5.7

S-Perfume · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

S-Perfume 100% Love is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter days, with rose, cocoa and musk giving it a gourmand lean. It reads as one whole: Bulgarian rose and Turkish rose form the floral core, currant adds a fruity brightness, and cocoa brings a gourmand sweetness. Labdanum lends a resinous warmth and musk an animal one, while the accords also carry a smoky, synthetic edge. Most voters place it in autumn and winter, then spring, with summer well behind. It is chosen mostly for leisure time and evenings. Longevity and sillage are rated good. It is classed as a women's fragrance.

To Be (The Illusionist)

5.4

Police · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Police To Be (The Illusionist) is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that suits easy spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. It reads as masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, orange and marine notes for a bright citrus feel, with ivy adding a green touch. The heart holds white cedarwood, iris and sage blossom, and the base of musk, crystallised moss and cashmere wood settles into a soft, woody finish. Sweet and fruity tones stay in the background.

21.1 Orchidivy

6.5

Pierre Guillaume · 2024

Floral · Green · Fruity

Pierre Guillaume 21.1 Orchidivy is a unisex floral that mixes green and fruity tones with sweetness, leaning towards spring and summer days and relaxed, casual wear. The top notes are ivy, tomato leaf and gardenia, giving a green, floral opening. Towards the heart, raspberry, tonka bean absolute and hay turn it fruity and sweet. Vanilla absolute in the base keeps that sweetness soft, and the accords also carry spicy and synthetic touches. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, while winter gets few votes. Leisure and daily wear are the most common occasions. Voters call its character modern, with a slight lean towards feminine. Its profile is close to Maison Héritage Blanche and Blood Concept A.

Incandessence Lotus

7.7

Avon · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Avon Incandessence Lotus is a fresh, aquatic floral with a light fruity and sweet side, feminine in character and suited to easy daily wear. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards daytime, office and leisure use. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with ivy, blackberry and quince, a fresh and lightly fruity start. In the heart, lotus, kahili ginger and peony bring a floral airiness. The base of violet wood, vanilla and musk finishes it with a woody, creamy sweetness. Roja Parfums Elysium pour Femme and Victoria's Secret Dream Angels Heavenly have a close profile.

Les Tourterelles de Zelmis (2017)

6.7

Oriza L. Legrand · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

Oriza L. Legrand Les Tourterelles de Zelmis is a feminine, floral and green scent with a spicy, resinous edge, leaning towards evenings and leisure hours. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to fall, winter and spring, with summer lagging behind. Evening, leisure and night-out wear lead the occasions. It reads mainly feminine, with a classic side as well. Ivy, black pepper and saffron open green and spicy. May rose, red peony and Bourbon geranium bring the heart into sweet floral territory. In the base, beeswax absolute and Turkish rose absolute leave a woody, resinous warmth through the dry-down. Etat Libre d'Orange 500 Years and Maison Mona di Orio Mellifera have a close profile.

Venom of Angel

7.9

Piotr Czarnecki · 2018

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Piotr Czarnecki Venom of Angel is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance, roughened by spice and smoke. White chocolate, coconut and sugar cane build the sweet side, while black pepper, frankincense and cedarwood add a spicy, smoky, woody edge. Aloe and ivy stay in the background. The overall feel is powdery, with a slightly synthetic touch. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters suggest it for evenings, leisure time and nights out, with daily wear and the office less favoured. Its pronounced sweetness suits cooler evenings and relaxed outfits. AllSaints Incense City and Gucci Love at your Darkest have a close profile.

1902 - Lierre & Bois

7.1

Berdoues · 2017

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Berdoues 1902 - Lierre & Bois is a fresh, green unisex scent with woody and spicy touches; it has been discontinued. It opens with cardamom and pink pepper, a spicy lift. In the heart, ivy and galbanum bring the green side forward while cedar sets a woody base. The drydown softens into white musk, iris and amber, and the synthetic accord adds a cool, clean feel. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter well behind. It leans towards leisure, work and daily wear, and masculine and feminine votes are level, so it sits between the two. The Dua Brand Pursuit of Happiness and Richouli Blessed have a close profile.