The Perfume Library

Oud Tonic (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

The Gate

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

The Gate Oud Tonic Eau de Parfum is a unisex woody scent that sets bright citrus against spice, smoke and leather; it has been discontinued. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level, and most voters rate its longevity as high. Its unisex build reads comfortably on both men and women. Mandarin orange, juniper berry and lime zest give it a fresh opening, with pear blossom softening the edge. In the heart, vetiver, saffron and clove form a spicy backbone. The base leans on cedar, black leather and oud, while musk rounds off a smoky, powdery, woody finish.

Isola Oligarch

7.6

Scentiments · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Scentiments Isola Oligarch is a unisex fragrance that pairs bright citrus freshness with a green, floral heart and a woody depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin and leaves a measured trail; the sample is small, so these ratings are only a guide. Roja Parfums Isola Blu / Oligarch and The Dua Brand The Monarch have a close profile. It opens with lime, bergamot and lemon, while lavender and thyme add an aromatic, lightly spicy edge. In the heart, red champaca, orange blossom and Grasse jasmine bring a soft floral note, with apple and blackcurrant adding fruit. The base settles into vanilla, cedarwood, patchouli and amber, giving it a woody, gently sweet footing.

Scent 12

7.3

Ryoko

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ryoko Scent 12 is a unisex fragrance that balances a fresh, green feel with spice and resinous wood. Its longevity is rated moderate, though the small number of votes means that judgement is tentative. With no gender lean, it sits comfortably on men and women alike. It opens with black pepper, pimento and basil, then moves in the heart to neroli, Virginia cedar and juniper berry for a citrusy, green look. In the base, Indian sandalwood, copaiba balsam and spikenard close it with a woody, resinous warmth. Acqua di Parma Cedro di Taormina and Campos de Ibiza Cedro have a close profile.

Autograph

8.2

Le Falconé · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Le Falconé Autograph is a unisex scent that ties a fresh citrus opening to a floral, green heart and a woody, resinous base. It opens with lemon, lime, apple and blackcurrant, a bright fruity-citrus layer, while thyme and pink pepper add spice and a green edge. In the heart, lily, orange blossom and coconut make it creamy and sweet, with labdanum and oakmoss adding depth. The base of cedarwood, leather, amber and tonka bean settles into something woody, resinous and lightly sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear, leisure and the office, with evenings and nights out following behind. It reads balanced between masculine and feminine. Its profile is close to Roja Parfums Oligarch and The Dua Brand The Monarch.

Celerio Elysium

8.2

Dumont

Dumont Celerio Elysium is a unisex scent that sets cedar, sandalwood and leather beneath magnolia, juniper berry and spicy notes, closing on tobacco and ambergris. It opens with magnolia, juniper berry and spicy notes side by side. In the heart, cedar, sandalwood and leather take over, giving the scent a dry, woody character. In the base, tobacco and ambergris keep it warm and soft. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads as a dense scent that stays on skin for a long time, and it suits both men and women. Gritti Areté and Ensar Oud Thai Tabac: Ambra Royale have a close profile.

Adolfo Dominguez (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Adolfo Dominguez · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Adolfo Dominguez Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs a citrus and green freshness with a spicy, woody fougère character; it has been discontinued. It opens with juniper berry, lavender and basil in a cool, herbal start, while clary sage and pineapple add a light fruity sweetness. In the heart, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove bring the spice forward, with mint and geranium keeping it fresh. The base settles on vetiver, sandalwood and cedar, softened by musk and amber. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. It reads as masculine, and its clean, spicy, cool profile suits everyday wear. Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Zara 7.0 have a close profile.

Langobardi

7.1

Victoria · 2023

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Victoria Langobardi is a sweet, woody unisex fragrance built around patchouli, sandalwood and iris. Its longevity is rated good, though only a few voters have weighed in, so take that as a first impression. There isn't enough input to say which season or occasion suits it. It opens with cedarwood, juniper berry and bergamot in a fresh, woody start. In the heart, patchouli, sandalwood and iris bring a powdery, resinous softness. The base sweetens with benzoin, vanilla and amber, while leather adds a dry edge to the spicy tones. Sweet, spicy and woody accords lead. Téo Cabanel Alahine and Fragonard Rêve Indien have a close profile.

Black is Black for Men

6.9

Nu Parfums

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nu Parfums Black is Black for Men is a men's fragrance that ties a fresh, citrusy opening to a sweet, spicy and woody base. The top is bright with bergamot, grapefruit, lemon and tangerine, while lavender and juniper berry pull it towards a cool, green edge. Rose and jasmine add a soft floral heart. In the base, gaiac wood, tonka bean, vanilla and amber sweeten and warm it, with smoky, leathery and animal touches sitting quietly behind. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of votes means those ratings are tentative. It is aimed at men. Versace Blue Jeans and Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Serenade

7.6

Boadicea the Victorious

Citrus · Floral · Green

Boadicea the Victorious Serenade is a unisex scent that deepens a citrus freshness with spice, resin and wood, with a green, floral side and a faintly smoky backdrop. Lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange open bright, while elemi resin and aldehydes add a sharp, clean edge. In the heart, violet, rose, jasmine and lavender build the floral side, with saffron, cardamom and clove bringing the spice forward. The base of musk, vetiver, sandalwood and vanilla settles it onto a warm, woody footing. Voters find both longevity and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It reads as equally wearable on men and women and doesn't tie itself to a single season.

VIP Club - Infinite Spicy

6.7

Mercedes-Benz · 2014

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Mercedes-Benz VIP Club - Infinite Spicy is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that opens on star anise, Sichuan pepper and coriander seed; it has been discontinued. The top is led by star anise, Sichuan pepper and coriander seed. Juniper berry, ginger and cardamom carry the spice into the heart, and Ambrox, teakwood and cashmere wood set a woody base underneath. The overall impression is fresh and spicy, with a sweet, slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of ratings makes this a rough guide. It is made for men, and its spicy, woody build suits cooler weather. Diesel Bad and Dior Sauvage Eau Forte have a close profile.

Be Delicious Pool Party Bay Breeze (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

DKNY · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

DKNY Be Delicious Pool Party Bay Breeze Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance with a light, fruity sweetness. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. That makes it a fit for easy daytime wear when you want something light and clean. Mandarin orange and bergamot give it a bright citrus lift, while raspberry and apricot add a soft, fruity sweetness. Juniper berry supports the green, aquatic feel, and vanilla with sandalwood forms a sweet, woody base.

Virtù

7.4

Bois 1920 · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Bois 1920 Virtù opens with geranium, grapefruit and bergamot and dries down to oud and amber, setting floral and woody sides in a spicy frame; this unisex scent has been discontinued. The top is geranium, grapefruit, bergamot and rose, a fresh, fruity and floral start. In the heart, juniper berry, cardamom, black pepper and frankincense turn it spicy and resinous. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, amber and oud leaves a sweet, powdery and slightly smoky warmth. It is unisex and reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though with few votes, so take that as a first impression. Its warm, dense build leans towards cooler weather. Clive Christian I: Amber Oriental and Swiss Arabian Attar al Ghutra have a close profile.

Voyage de Senteur: Pour Atelier Å (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Ryoko · 2019

Green · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Ryoko Voyage de Senteur: Pour Atelier Å Eau de Parfum is a green, smoky unisex scent built on sandalwood, hiba wood and Palo Santo. Resinous frankincense and juniper berry sit on a woody base, while basil adds a spicy, green freshness. Kelp gives the scent an earthy depth with a faint briny edge. Sweetness stays in the background, leaving a dry, forest-like and smoky character. Profumum Roma Olibanum and Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême have a close profile.

3-D Scent

7.7

M.INT · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

M.INT 3-D Scent is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, green character with resinous, woody notes. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the small number of ratings makes this a first impression rather than a firm verdict. Its crisp profile suits warmer weather and everyday wear, and it reads equally well on anyone. It opens with elemi resin, juniper berry and pepper, a citrusy, spicy lift. In the heart, patchouli, cedarwood and pine needle build a woody, green backbone. The base of amber, moss and leather softens it and adds a resinous depth, with a faintly synthetic edge running through. Bond No. 9 The Scent of Peace for Him and Chanel Allure Homme Sport Cologne have a close profile.

Pony 1961 VIP Queen

5.5

Pony Kampen · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pony Kampen Pony 1961 VIP Queen is a fresh, green women's fragrance that opens on juniper berry, pear and citrus notes. The top is fresh, fruity and slightly green, built on juniper berry, pear and citrus. In the heart, water lily, freesia, rose and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base of leather, white musk, ambergris and patchouli gives it a woody, leathery footing with a spicy edge. The fougère structure and synthetic accord keep the floral and fresh sides on a dry line. Pony Kampen Pony 1961 for Her and Parfums de Marly Darcy have a close profile.

Incense Rain

7.2

Renier Perfumes · 2023

Aquatic · Synthetic · Spicy

Renier Perfumes Incense Rain is a unisex scent that sets an aquatic dampness and an animal, leathery warmth against a woody, spicy core. The top opens fruity and sharp with blackcurrant, juniper berry, plum and pink pepper. The heart brings a soft floral touch through neroli, jasmine and violet, while patchouli and cedarwood pull it towards wood and earth. In the base, frankincense, vetiver, rain accord and sandalwood lead; musk, castoreum and vanilla soften the smoky air, and oakmoss and gaiac wood leave a dry, earthy trail. The synthetic edge keeps it cool and damp. Its profile is close to Olfactive Studio Chambre Noire and Renier Perfumes Cacique.

Jasper 29: Maligne Lake Blue

9.0

Folkwinds · 2025

Floral · Green · Fruity

Folkwinds Jasper 29: Maligne Lake Blue is a unisex scent with a floral and green character, softened by sweet, powdery and creamy touches. It has been discontinued. White rose, tuberose absolute, gardenia and blue lotus build the floral side. Against them, Canadian hemlock, balsam fir absolute and pine needle absolute bring a green, resinous air. Blackberry and blueberry add a sweet, fruity edge, while orris absolute underlines the powdery, creamy feel. The notes have no top, heart or base split, so the scent reads as one whole, moving between flowers, forest and fruit. The fougère accord gives this mix a fresh, woody backbone.

Rebellius

7.3

Ayala Moriel · 2004

Citrus · Floral · Green

Ayala Moriel Rebellius opens with sharp cumin, lime and juniper berry and settles on a warm base of vetiver, vanilla and blond tobacco, and it is classed as a masculine scent. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the few ratings behind this mean it should be read cautiously. With no season or occasion votes, all that can be said is that it leans masculine. The top pairs cumin, kaffir lime petitgrain, lime, juniper berry and lavender, giving a green, spicy citrus start. In the heart, red champaca, Himalayan rhododendron and zanthoxylum add a floral softness. The base of vetiver, vanilla and blond tobacco dries down woody, earthy, lightly sweet and leathery.

19 Shades of Baie

8.8

The Dua Brand · 2020

Fresh · Green · Woody

The Dua Brand 19 Shades of Baie is a fresh, green and earthy unisex fragrance with a woody character. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and every voter finds the staying power high, though only a handful have voted. It reads as unisex, suiting men and women alike. The notes read as a single whole: green leaves and juniper berry bring coolness, while ozonic notes add an airy freshness. Patchouli deepens the earthy, woody side, and musk and ambroxan soften and extend it. Le Labo Baie 19 (Eau de Parfum) and Pleuvoir Morning Soil have a close profile.

Emotion for Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Pierre Cardin · 2006

Fresh · Fruity · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Pierre Cardin Emotion for Men Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that ties the bright bergamot, mandarin orange and grapefruit of its opening to juniper berry and ginger; it has been discontinued. It wears with moderate longevity and weak sillage, so it stays close to the skin rather than announcing itself. The character is masculine, and the light build suits everyday use. Creed Aventus Cologne and Dior Fahrenheit Summer 2006 have a close profile. The opening is led by citrus: bergamot, mandarin orange and grapefruit give a fresh, fruity feel, with juniper berry drying it slightly. In the heart, aniseed and ginger add a spicy note. The base settles on vetiver, clove and sandalwood, a woody foundation.

Darkness

7.9

Yohji Yamamoto · 2018

Green · Spicy · Woody

Yohji Yamamoto Darkness is a unisex scent led by Spanish cistus absolute, sandalwood and juniper berry, with a green, woody and smoky character. The notes read as a single whole: cistus absolute and labdanum bring a resinous warmth, while sandalwood settles it onto a woody base. Juniper berry and carrot seed add a green, spicy edge. French cypress and Indonesian patchouli deepen the earthy, smoky side. The result is dry, cool and dark-toned rather than sweet. Profumum Roma Olibanum and Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême have a close profile.

Winter Leather (Solid Perfume)

8.1

Wild Veil Perfume

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Solid Perfume

Wild Veil Perfume Winter Leather (Solid Perfume) is a smoky, leathery scent built around bark, wood smoke and pine needle. Its projection and longevity are both rated moderate, though few people have voted, so those ratings are only a rough guide. As a solid perfume it stays close to where it is applied. It reads as unisex. The notes come together as a single whole rather than in stages. Fir, black spruce, juniper berry and evergreens give it a fresh, green forest feel. Wood smoke and leathery notes set that on a smoky, earthy base. Frankincense, amber and mulled wine add a warm, resinous softness.

Breezeshock

7.2

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zara Breezeshock is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that sets a sea-air feel against a green, woody base. As a whole, green mandarin orange and sea breeze set a fresh tone. Juniper berry and cypress add a green, slightly earthy edge, while amber softens the woody base and sweetens it a little. Aquatic and fresh accords lead, with a bright synthetic sheen running behind them. Davidoff Cool Water Intense and Sergio Tacchini Pacific Blue have a close profile.

Trail of the Grasses / Próba Traw (2020)

7.5

Bale · 2020

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Bale Trail of the Grasses / Próba Traw is a green, woody unisex fragrance built around juniper berry, vetiver and galbanum. It opens with mandragora and juniper berry; the heart of vetiver, cypriol and galbanum sets a green, earthy, smoky tone. Tree moss and leather form the base. Sweet, spicy and resinous accords soften the sharp greenness, while the chypre and fougère structure gives it a dry frame. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the small number of votes makes that picture tentative. It suits men and women alike, with a natural, slightly rough character. Atelier des Ors Cuir Sacré and Harry Lehmann Oud have a close profile.