The Perfume Library

Succus

7.5

Liquides Imaginaires · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Liquides Imaginaires Succus is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and the workday; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and only a few choose winter. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and the character votes split evenly between masculine and feminine. The top notes include juniper, cedar leaf, rhubarb and mandarin orange, so it opens herbal and citrusy with a light sweetness. Black pepper and ginger add spice in the heart, and vetiver, Somalian frankincense and Texas cedar give it a woody base. A synthetic touch also runs through the accords.

Wald (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

Euphorium Brooklyn · 2016

Green · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Euphorium Brooklyn Wald Eau de Parfum is a green, woody and smoky unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best, with the feel of a forest walk. Juniper, fir, cedar and arborvitae draw a wooded picture, while soil, moss and fern add a damp forest floor. Smoke and birch tar harden the scent, and honey and maple syrup soften it slightly. Green and spicy lead the accords, followed by resinous and earthy sides. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters recommend fall and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for leisure time and evenings. Votes lean slightly masculine, yet many call it feminine. Euphorium Brooklyn Cilice and Filippo Sorcinelli Ambrosivs have a close profile.

Marbert Man Classic (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Marbert

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Marbert Man Classic Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green opening with spice, resin and woody depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend fall and spring, with winter close behind and summer the least chosen season. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, while evening and night out sit further back. Most voters call it masculine, and many call it classic. Mugwort and lavender give the top a fresh, slightly medicinal green edge. In the heart, cinnamon, honey and juniper bring spice and a touch of sweetness. The base of patchouli, amber and cedarwood settles into an earthy, resinous, leathery backdrop. The fougère structure holds throughout. Rasasi Royale for Men and Azzaro pour Homme have a close profile.

Valero

5.6

Parfums de Marly · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Parfums de Marly Valero is a fresh, lightly sweet men's fragrance led by citrus and lavender, sitting close to everyday wear. It opens with bergamot, juniper and citron, clean and bright. In the heart, lavender, cypress, nutmeg and Bourbon geranium add a floral, spicy touch. Ambrox, patchouli and sandalwood then settle it onto a woody base, with a sweet, synthetic edge in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daytime, leisure and business wear lead. Most voters call it masculine and modern. Versace Jeans Couture Man and Loewe Solo (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Contralto

8.2

Sospiro · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sospiro Contralto is a fresh, floral and spicy women's perfume that leans towards spring and summer, and suits daily and office wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated as good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. It leans towards daytime, leisure and work, while evening and night out come second. Most voters call its character feminine, and some find it modern. Clove, pink pepper and orange blossom open it with a citrusy, spicy lift. Gaiac wood, juniper and chestnut form a woody heart, and Peru balsam, cashmeran and vanilla sweeten the base into a creamy warmth.

Mystic Bliss

6.8

Goldfield & Banks · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Goldfield & Banks Mystic Bliss is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral start with green, fruity and woody tones, and it suits spring and autumn, daily and leisure wear best. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with leisure and daily wear leading the occasions. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, but both get real support, so it sits between the two. It opens with Guatemala cardamom, mint and fig, fresh with a light spice. In the heart, juniper, caramel and blackcurrant add a sweet, fruity softness. In the dry-down, sandalwood, cedarwood and vetiver set a woody base. Omanluxury Wanderlust and Plume Impression Murmure d'Été have a close profile.

Hugo Energise (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Hugo Boss · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Hugo Energise Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most see it as masculine and modern. It opens cool with lemon, mint and pineapple leaf, while pink pepper and cardamom add a light spice. In the heart, juniper, jasmine and nutmeg come forward, and in the base vanilla, teakwood and leather soften it onto a woody footing. Hugo Boss Hugo Energise Limited Spray Edition and Adidas Originals pour Homme have a close profile.

Torino25

7.4

Xerjoff · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Xerjoff Torino25 is a unisex scent built around grapefruit, saffron and leather, opening fresh and citrusy before settling into a leathery, woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good by voters. It leans towards spring and fall, with winter and summer a little further back. Voters pick it most for leisure and daily wear, with some for business and nights out. Most see it as masculine, followed by modern. The top is rhubarb, saffron, grapefruit and ginger, a bright, fruity opening with a light spicy edge. In the heart, leather, suede and juniper turn it dry and leathery. Vetiver, musk and amber underneath soften the woods with a touch of sweetness.

Mandarine

8.0

Widian · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Widian Mandarine is a unisex scent where mandarin and lemon meet a fresh, green, lightly sweet backdrop, leaning towards spring and summer days. Mandarine lasts and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure and daily wear leading and office use close behind. Masculine and feminine votes are level, so it leans neither way. It opens with green Guatemala cardamom, fig, pink pepper, mandarin orange and lemon. In the heart, juniper, neroli and geranium pull it towards a floral, green side. Cedarwood and labdanum absolute dry down at the base, adding a soft creamy touch beneath the citrus.

Dhanal Oudh Nashwah

7.8

Rasasi

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Rasasi Dhanal Oudh Nashwah is a sweet, spicy unisex scent built around oud, honey and nutmeg, deepened by cedar, leather and amber into a dark oriental. It opens with honey and nutmeg sitting beside oud, sweet and spicy at once. In the heart, immortelle and juniper join the oud and bring a resinous, earthy depth. The base is led by cedar, leather and amber, with smoky and animalic shades settling into a woody foundation. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with little support for summer or the office. It reads mostly masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Lattafa Oud Mood Elixir and LM Parfums Black Oud have a close profile.

Elements (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Hugo Boss · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Elements Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with an aquatic, fruity sweetness and a lightly earthy, woody finish; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and plum, while tarragon, juniper and thyme in the heart add a green, spicy edge. The base of oakmoss, sandalwood and cedar settles this fresh, slightly sweet profile onto a dry, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and business settings lead. It reads masculine, with some seeing it as classic and others as modern. Montblanc Starwalker and Lacoste Pour Homme have a close profile.

Guilty Parfum pour Homme

7.6

Gucci · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gucci Guilty Parfum pour Homme is a masculine scent that sets the freshness of citrus and lavender against a spicy, woody base. The top is juniper, Italian lemon and Provençal lavender. In the heart, nutmeg and orange blossom add a sweet, spicy softness, joined by Spanish cistus. The base settles into Indonesian patchouli, musk and dry woods. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Most see it as masculine and modern. Yves Saint Laurent Myslf and Parfums de Marly Valero have a close profile.

XVI

7.4

Pana Dora · 2019

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Pana Dora XVI is a unisex scent that is green, spicy and resinous, with a smoky, earthy side that suits autumn and winter evenings best. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and few choose summer. Evening, leisure and night out share the top spot almost equally. It leans masculine in character, though it is a unisex scent. It opens with artemisia and bergamot for a fresh, green start, with plants in the heart. The base of labdanum, frankincense, balsam and patchouli pulls it towards a sweet, resinous and earthy warmth, while gaiac wood and cypriol add a smoky woodiness. Coriander and caraway carry the spice. Its profile is close to Amouage Reception and Mancera Hindu Kush.

Blue Silk

7.6

Agent Provocateur · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Agent Provocateur Blue Silk is a floral, spicy women's fragrance that ties rose and jasmine to a lively opening of mandarin orange and pink pepper and a warm base of vetiver and sandalwood. Mandarin orange, lemon, juniper and pink pepper give it a fresh, slightly sharp start. In the heart, rose and jasmine set the floral core, while nectarine and cinnamon soften and sweeten it. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, tonka bean and musk carries it into a powdery, creamy, oriental warmth. Most voters find the longevity good, with moderate sillage. Fall leads, with spring and winter close behind. It is worn across leisure, evening and work settings alike. Most voters read it as feminine. Joop! Le Bain and Penhaligon's Monsieur Beauregard have a close profile.

The Hunting Man

7.0

La Rive · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

La Rive The Hunting Man is a spicy, woody masculine fragrance that opens with apple, lemon and juniper. It begins with apple and lemon, a fresh and fruity start. In the heart, juniper, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg bring the spice, while rosemary and geranium keep it green and aromatic. The base of vetiver, patchouli, tonka bean and amber builds a woody ground and sweetens the scent slightly. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer. It wears easily for daily use and leisure, and it also suits the office. It reads masculine and modern. La Rive New Game and La Rive Grey Point (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

The Essence (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Porsche Design · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Porsche Design The Essence Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance, with citrus, green and fruity tones balanced by spice and wood. Blueberry, juniper and Arctical™ lead the top. In the heart, coriander, pine and black pepper add a spicy, green edge. Balsam, patchouli and frankincense form a woody base, and the overall impression is crisp with a slightly synthetic feel. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and business settings rather than evenings out. Most voters find it masculine. Zirh Zirh and Cartier Roadster Sport have a close profile.

Acqua di Scandola

7.5

Parfum d'Empire · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Parfum d'Empire Acqua di Scandola is a salty, green unisex scent that leans towards summer and spring, for leisure and everyday wear. Most voters pick summer, then spring, while fall and winter stay well behind. Leisure, daily use and work are the occasions named most often. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, but it doesn't shut out either gender. The scent is built from juniper, immortelle, algae and moss. A fresh, citrusy feel meets aquatic and green tones, with the algae and moss giving a briny, damp texture. Juniper and immortelle add a light spicy, woody dryness. Acqua di Parma Mirto di Panarea and Heeley Sel Marin have a close profile.

37 Rue de Bellechasse

8.3

Yves Saint Laurent · 2017

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Yves Saint Laurent 37 Rue de Bellechasse is a smoky, resinous and powdery unisex scent built around black pepper, orris absolute and patchouli. It opens with black pepper and juniper, with nagarmotha adding a dry edge. In the heart, orris absolute brings a powdery softness, while frankincense and oud give it a resinous, smoky, leathery depth. Patchouli, benzoin and musk ground the base, and the woody, earthy side wins out. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick fall and winter, and favour evenings and nights out, though some also wear it to the office. More voters call it masculine than feminine, but a fair share see it as feminine. Meo Fusciuni Narcotico and Xerjoff MV Agusta have a close profile.

Grenadille d'Afrique

7.5

Aedes de Venustas · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Aedes de Venustas Grenadille d'Afrique is a fresh, green unisex fragrance that joins bergamot and lavender to the woody warmth of violet, vetiver and African grenadill. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin with a present but unobtrusive trail. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter and summer trailing behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Voters read it as more masculine, though it remains unisex. It opens with bergamot and lavender. In the heart, violet and juniper add a green, lightly spicy turn. The base settles into African grenadill, vetiver and labdanum, while white tea, musk and vanilla soften that woody, earthy ground and sweeten it slightly. Rania J. Lavande 44 and Miguel Matos Germaine have a close profile.

Tobacco Memories

7.9

Chambre52 · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Chambre52 Tobacco Memories Eau de Parfum is a sweet, smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Tobacco and sour cherry form the core: fruity sweetness softened by a creamy, gourmand texture. Saffron and juniper add a spicy edge, frankincense brings a resinous, smoky depth, and iris leaves a faint powdery tone behind. The woody accord keeps the sweetness from turning heavy. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Votes on whether it reads masculine or feminine are split, so it doesn't commit to one side. Penhaligon's AlUla and Monolab B-Zone have a close profile.

Granada

7.7

Widian · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Widian Granada is a fresh, citrusy unisex fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, balancing fruity sweetness with spice and a woody base. It opens with raspberry, pink pepper, Italian bergamot and black pepper: fruity, bright and lightly spiced. In the heart, rose, juniper, cedarwood and cinnamon pull that freshness in a green, woody direction. The base of patchouli, oakmoss, vetiver and amber dries down earthy and warm. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter stays in the background. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Voters mostly read its character as masculine, though it is a unisex scent. Roja Parfums Elysium pour Homme and Acqua di Parma Fico di Amalfi have a close profile.

Siberian Rose

7.4

Fragrance Du Bois · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Fragrance Du Bois Siberian Rose is a fresh, floral and spicy unisex scent in which pink pepper, tuberose and white rose lead. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter a close third and summer well behind. It gets its strongest votes for evenings and nights out, and it also works for leisure. Voters read it as more feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. The top opens fresh, spicy and slightly fruity with pink pepper, juniper, cinnamon and pear. The heart turns floral and creamy with leather, tuberose, white rose and ylang-ylang. The base of musk, amber and patchouli leaves a sweet, oriental warmth.

Guilty Love Edition pour Homme (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Gucci · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Gucci Guilty Love Edition pour Homme Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet and powdery men's fragrance built around juniper and orange blossom absolute, suited to spring and summer days. It opens with the cool bite of juniper. Orange blossom absolute brings a floral, creamy softness to the heart, and ambrofix closes it with a powdery, slightly synthetic warmth. The overall feel is fresh and sweet rather than heavy. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter trails far behind. Daily wear and leisure lead, with business and evening wear also getting votes. It reads masculine and modern. Gucci Guilty Elixir de Parfum pour Homme and Maison Francis Kurkdjian Le Beau Parfum have a close profile.

The Monarch

8.3

The Dua Brand · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand The Monarch is a fresh, woody chypre built around bergamot, juniper and oakmoss, described as a men's fragrance and best suited to spring and summer days. The citrus freshness comes from bergamot, lemon and lime, while juniper, thyme and lavender add a green, spicy edge. Oakmoss, cedar and patchouli form a woody, earthy backbone, with amber and tonka bean softening the edges. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. Most see it as masculine in character. Roja Parfums Oligarch and Avapari Blue Lime have a close profile.