The Perfume Library

Aurora

8.0

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Aaron Terence Hughes Aurora is a unisex scent that carries a citrusy, floral opening into a creamy, powdery warmth. It opens with pear, neroli and bergamot, which give a fresh, fruity brightness. In the heart, rhubarb, jasmine sambac, peach and vanilla take over; the floral side is softened by fruit, while vanilla pulls the scent toward a creamy feel. The base of amber, blond woods and sandalwood settles into a powdery, warm finish. The citrus and fruit lightness never fully disappears. Parfums de Marly Safanad and Jean Patou L'Heure Attendue (2015) have a close profile.

Ocean of Flowers

8.0

Sultan Pasha Attars

Fresh · Floral · Green

Sultan Pasha Attars Ocean of Flowers is a floral-led unisex scent built around gardenia, jasmine sambac and Persian rose otto; it has been discontinued. It opens with gardenia absolute, jasmine sambac and Persian rose otto, reading as a fresh, slightly green bouquet. In the heart, Rosa centifolia, tuberose and jasmine keep the flowers dense while the scent turns creamy and sweet. The base of patchouli, ambergris and Mysore sandalwood adds a woody, faintly smoky and resinous floor, with spicy and animal touches giving the dry-down an oriental warmth. Hassler Amorvero (Eau de Parfum) and Dita von Teese Dita von Teese have a close profile.

L'Interdit Narcisse Blanc

8.0

Givenchy · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Givenchy L'Interdit Narcisse Blanc is a feminine fragrance with a floral, sweet and powdery character, built around orange and white flowers. It opens with orange, blood orange and ginger, a bright, lightly spicy start that bitter almond sweetens. In the heart, French narcissus absolute, tuberose, jasmine sambac and orange blossom sit side by side, while neroli softens the floral texture. The base of vetiver, patchouli, moss and white musk settles the scent onto a woody, powdery ground. Eisenberg Le Péché (Eau de Parfum) and Sospiro Capriccio have a close profile.

JEMS 9 Musk Oman

8.5

Jinx · 2025

Jinx JEMS 9 Musk Oman is a spicy, resinous unisex scent built around Kashmiri musk, patchouli and Thai oud; it has been discontinued. The top holds only Kashmiri musk. The heart is crowded and heavy: star anise, cubeb and tobacco bring a spiced warmth, while Bulgarian rose, Indian rose and jasmine sambac add a floral softness. Frankincense, Mysore sandalwood and Thai oud lay down a woody, resinous floor, and red mandarin orange gives the density a faint citrus lift. Patchouli and tonka bean add a sweet, earthy tone. In the base, black ambergris and black musk attar let it settle into soft, dark musk. It suits those who like oud and musk in a dense, layered setting.

Oscar Orange Flower

7.0

Oscar de la Renta · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Oscar de la Renta Oscar Orange Flower is a fresh, citrusy floral built around mandarin orange, neroli and orange blossom; it is made for women and has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and neroli, a bright, fruity citrus note. In the heart, jasmine sambac, lily of the valley and orange blossom bring the floral side forward, and the scent reads fresh with a light sweetness. The base of white amber, musk and blond woods softens it and carries a slightly synthetic sheen. The Merchant Of Venice Mandarin Carnival and Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Pride Edition have a close profile.

Balakirev

8.5

Elixir Attar · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Elixir Attar Balakirev opens fresh and settles into a rich floral, sweet and spicy character, made for anyone regardless of gender. The top pairs bergamot with oregano and pimento, so citrus brightness meets a sharp spicy edge. In the heart, gardenia, jasmine sambac, Taif rose and peach carry the floral and sweet side. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, oud and leather lays down a woody, creamy and leathery foundation, while orris root and Florentine iris add a powdery touch. The oriental character leads, though the fresh accord keeps it from turning heavy.

Tè Bianco

7.5

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Tè Bianco is a unisex scent that pairs bergamot, grapefruit and orange with the floral softness of white tea and jasmine sambac; it has been discontinued. The top opens with a fresh citrus trio of bergamot, grapefruit and orange. In the heart, peach, apple, rose and jasmine sambac add a floral sweetness, while white tea keeps it green and light. The base rests on gaiac wood, cedar and musk, giving a woody, powdery footing that coumarin and maté absolute soften slightly. The overall impression is fresh, green and floral. L'Artisan Parfumeur Thé pour un Été and Etro Musk (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Fashion Parfum Woman

8.0

Roccobarocco · 2009

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Roccobarocco Fashion Parfum Woman is a sweet, spicy women's fragrance that sets peach and lemon against saffron and elemi resin, then deepens into patchouli, vanilla and amber. It opens with peach and lemon for a fruity brightness, while saffron and elemi resin add a spicy, resinous edge. In the heart, myrrh, jasmine sambac and frankincense take over, and the scent turns resinous and smoky. The base of patchouli, amber, musk, vanilla, sandalwood and tonka bean settles into a sweet, woody, earthy oriental foundation. It suits those who like warm, sweet, eastern-style scents. Parfums Vintage Sandal Amber and Nobile 1942 Patchouli Nobile (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Blue Orchid

7.0

Oscar de la Renta

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Oscar de la Renta Blue Orchid is a fresh, floral and aquatic scent made for women, finishing on a woody base. Mandarin orange, sea salt and cranberry open it cool and fruity. In the heart, jasmine sambac, lotus and blossoms lead. Musk, patchouli and sandalwood form a woody base, softened by driftwood and iris. Voters place it mostly in leisure and business settings, with daily wear close behind; sport and night-out use matter less. It has been discontinued. Elizabeth Arden My Fifth Avenue and s.Oliver s.Oliver Women (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Narcos

7.5

Scentiments · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Scentiments Narcos is a gourmand oriental for men that sets a bright citrus freshness against a sweet, spicy and smoky core. Lavender, lemon and bergamot open with a sharp, clean lift. In the heart, jasmine sambac adds a soft floral touch, cinnamon brings spice and honey sweetness, while cashmere rounds the blend into something creamy. The base leans on tonka bean, tobacco and vanilla, settling into a warm, smoky and gourmand finish. That contrast between the fresh opening and the dark, sweet drydown defines its character. Monkoku Honeymoon and Fragrance Library To the Lighthouse have a close profile.

Ambre Oud

7.5

Ahom World · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ahom World Ambre Oud pairs Bhutanese and Thai oud with amber, vanilla and Baltic amber in a sweet, smoky unisex scent; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole rather than as a top, heart and base. The earthy, smoky side of the oud meets resinous frankincense and myrrh, while honey and vanilla sweeten it, and tobacco with a spicy accord adds a dry warmth. Jasmine sambac and rose absolute bring a soft floral touch, and bergamot lightens the weight a little. Mysore sandalwood and ambergris form a woody, oriental ground. Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Honey Oud and Filippo Sorcinelli Santa Casa have a close profile.

Love & Strife

7.5

Aromantik

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Aromantik Love & Strife is a perfume for women built on jasmine sambac, Madagascan ylang-ylang and Bulgarian rose absolute, brightened with pink grapefruit; it has been discontinued. The florals lead: jasmine sambac, Madagascan ylang-ylang and Bulgarian rose absolute sit alongside a citrusy, fruity freshness. Pink grapefruit lifts them, while labdanum absolute adds a resinous, earthy depth. Orris root and ambrette seed leave a soft, lightly spicy powderiness, so the overall impression is a sweet, faintly gourmand floral. Christian Provenzano Patchouli Noir and Tauer Perfumes Les Années 25 Bis have a close profile.

J-Musk V4: Tuberose de Mai Animal Party

9.5

Jinx · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Spicy

Jinx J-Musk V4: Tuberose de Mai Animal Party is a unisex scent with a floral, animal character, its powdery and spicy sides making it dense and bold. It opens with pineapple, rosewood and citrus notes that give a fruity brightness. In the heart, tuberose, carnation, May rose, white rose and jasmine sambac come forward, while orris root adds a powdery softness. In the base, Laotian oud, civet, castoreum and Kashmiri deer musk set the scent on a heavy, animal foundation. Its longevity is rated very strong. It carries no gender lean and reads as unisex. It has been discontinued. Ensar Oud Iris Ghalia (Parfum) and Ensar Oud Iris Ghalia: Trifecta have a close profile.

Tigerlust: Kurotora

9.5

Ensar Oud · 2025

Ensar Oud Tigerlust: Kurotora is a unisex oud scent that sets Persian rose and Jasmine sambac beside Papua oud and cypriol. It reads as one piece rather than a sequence: the floral side comes from Persian rose, jasmine sambac and osmanthus, while the woody, resinous side is built on Papua oud, cypriol and sandalwood. Tonkin musk softens the two, coffee and tobacco add a dark, warm tone, and yuzu lets a little brightness through the weight. The note list is long, with three different ouds and several kinds of rose and jasmine in the same composition. Jazeel The Palace and Rundholz Parfums 20Mars2022 have a close profile.

Giordani White Gold

8.0

Oriflame

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Oriflame Giordani White Gold is a fresh, citrusy and fruity floral scent for women, leaning gently towards sweetness. It opens with hyacinth, raspberry, freesia and mandarin orange, which read bright and juicy. At the heart, rose, honeysuckle, nectarine and jasmine sambac widen the floral side. The base of moss, patchouli, musk and vanilla softens everything and sweetens it, leaving a faintly spicy, gourmand trail. A synthetic accord adds a smooth, polished feel. Birkholz Seductive Rose (Eau de Parfum) and Kayali Eden Sweet Peach | 35 have a close profile.

Euphorie

8.0

Maison Aurier · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Aurier Euphorie is a unisex scent that sets a floral, fruity sweetness on a creamy, powdery base, with a clear gourmand streak. It opens with almond, which gives the scent a soft, sweet start. In the heart, musk and vanilla take over and pull it towards a creamy, powdery feel, while the sweetness stays present. Jasmine sambac in the base brings back the floral side and balances the gourmand mood with a light blossom touch. The overall impression is sugary, soft and warm, without sharp or heavy edges. Omnia Profumi Platino / Platino 950‰ and Farmacia SS. Annunziata Sweet Carousel have a close profile.

Heliotropia

8.0

Byredo · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Byredo Heliotropia is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, powdery and creamy softness. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a first impression. There are not enough votes on season or occasion to tie it to a particular time. Gardenia and Somalian frankincense open it, jasmine sambac and heliotrope sit in the heart, and silver birch and oud form a woody, spicy base. Overall it reads as fruity, sweet florals softened by an oriental touch, with a synthetic edge.

Leathery Flesh

7.5

Maie Piou · 2023

Floral · Synthetic · Spicy

Maie Piou Leathery Flesh is a unisex floral scent with a spicy edge and a bright, synthetic sheen. It opens with basil, angelica and petitgrain, then moves into a heart of ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac and tuberose. The flowers read full and rich, while the spicy accord adds a slight sharpness. The base of precious woods, saffron, ambrox and white musk smooths the woody warmth into a soft musk. The overall impression is floral and synthetic, warm and clean at once. Afnan Perfumes Doria and Atkinsons Tulipe Noire have a close profile.

Lovin' Spoonful

6.5

For The Scent Of It · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

For The Scent Of It Lovin' Spoonful is a unisex perfume built around kumquat, raspberry and ice cream, leaning sweet, fruity and gourmand. The top is bright with kumquat, raspberry, kaffir lime and lemon. In the heart, jasmine sambac, iris, ice cream and lavender add a floral layer, and the ice cream note makes it creamy and soft. The base of musk, vetiver, white cedar and vanilla settles into a sweeter, warmer finish, with the vetiver and cedar giving the sweetness a light woody frame. A synthetic edge runs through the accords as well. Mancera Wild Cherry and Orientica Ishraq have a close profile.

Sawa / سوا

8.5

Hunayn · 2026

Floral · Green · Fruity

Hunayn Sawa is a unisex scent built mostly on white flowers, with green and sweet sides alongside. Jasmine leads the notes in several forms: jasmine sambac, jasmine absolute and night-blooming jasmine. Tuberose, osmanthus, neroli and blue lotus sit beside it, while honey adds sweetness and a creamy softness. Sandalwood and cistus form a woody, lightly spicy base. Next to the floral accord, green and fruity tones make it read more like a living garden than a heavy bouquet. With no lean toward masculine or feminine, it suits anyone who enjoys dense florals. Emanuel Ungaro Senso (Eau de Parfum) and Annette Neuffer Narcissus Poeticus have a close profile.

Private Collection Legacy

7.5

Estēe Lauder · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Estēe Lauder Private Collection Legacy is a chypre-style women's fragrance that sets the green, fresh opening of galbanum, basil and tarragon against a floral heart of rose and jasmine sambac. It opens sharp, herbal and crisp, with galbanum, basil and tarragon leading. In the heart, rose and jasmine sambac soften that greenness and add a warm floral note. The base of sandalwood, musk, patchouli and oakmoss grounds it in a woody, earthy dry chypre structure, while the spicy facet stays in the background. Givenchy Givenchy III (2007) and Courrèges Courrèges in Blue (2014) have a close profile.

Captivating Vanilla

7.5

Zara · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Zara Captivating Vanilla is a sweet, fruity fragrance for women that opens on pineapple and sugar and moves through jasmine sambac and black plum to a base of vanilla and cedar. The top notes, pineapple and sugar, give a fresh, fruity and clearly sweet start. In the heart, jasmine sambac adds a soft floral touch while black plum deepens the fruit. The base keeps the sweetness going with vanilla, and cedar settles it onto a dry, woody footing. The green and fresh accords keep the whole from turning too sugary. Ariana Grande God is a Woman (Eau de Parfum) and Birkholz First Spring have a close profile.

Téhéran pour Femme

7.5

Leila Hatami

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Leila Hatami Téhéran pour Femme is a feminine fragrance where floral and fruity sweetness meets a powdery, gourmand texture; it has been discontinued. Voters spread it almost evenly across daily wear, leisure, a night out, the evening and business, so it isn't tied to a single setting. There aren't enough votes on longevity or sillage to say anything about them. It opens with pepper, peach, grapefruit and bergamot, a fresh and lightly spicy start. The heart holds chocolate, jasmine sambac and violet, with the flowers resting on a sweet, creamy base. In the base, moss and patchouli add a woody depth, while caramel and vanilla close it out soft and sweet.

Love Relentlessly

7.0

Tory Burch · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Tory Burch Love Relentlessly is a floral, fruity women's fragrance in which jasmine sambac, rose and pear take the lead. The scent runs sweet and gourmand: pink grapefruit and Sicilian lemon add freshness, while lychee, raspberry and pear give it a soft, juicy fruit note. Iris brings a powdery feel and pink pepper adds a light spice. Patchouli, vetiver, cedarwood and Australian sandalwood build a woody depth, and tonka bean absolute deepens the sweetness, with Ambertonic® running through the warm base. Clive Christian I: Woody Floral and Bois 1920 Notturno Fiorentino have a close profile.