The Perfume Library

Chypre-Siam

8.2

Rogue

Citrus · Floral · Green

Rogue Chypre-Siam is a unisex chypre that sets the green freshness of kaffir lime and basil against a floral heart of jasmine and ylang-ylang, then deepens it with oakmoss and leather. It opens with kaffir lime and basil, citrusy and green. In the heart, ylang-ylang and jasmine absolute bring the florals forward; the base of oakmoss, leather, civet and sandalwood gives a woody, powdery, slightly animal ground, softened by benzoin and spices. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with leisure and evening the most common occasions. Votes for masculine, classic and feminine sit close together, so it doesn't lean to one gender. Guerlain Chant d'Arômes and Coty Complice have a close profile.

Black Violet

7.4

Tom Ford · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Tom Ford Black Violet is a unisex scent that sets black violet against oakmoss and vetiver, balancing a floral side with an earthy one; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, with summer well behind. Evening and night out lead the occasions. It has no clear gender lean: votes split between feminine and masculine. Black violet gives a floral, sweet start softened by a fruity tone, which lemon and kaffir lime lighten slightly. Cedarwood, vetiver and oakmoss add a woody, earthy, spicy depth underneath.

Icon Elite

7.2

Dunhill · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Dunhill Icon Elite is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens with citrus and spice and settles into a woody, smoky, leathery base; it has been discontinued. The top is a bright citrus opening of bergamot, Kaffir lime, cardamom and Sicilian bitter orange. In the heart, vetiver absolute, sage, black pepper and juniper add a green, spicy edge. The base of labdanum, black suede, sandalwood and ebony pulls it toward woody, smoky and leathery tones. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind, and it leans towards leisure and business wear. It reads masculine and classic. Pierre Guillaume 12 Hyperessence Matale and Chopard Noble Vetiver have a close profile.

Amour

8.4

Pierre de Velay · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Green

Pierre de Velay Amour is a powdery, chypre-built unisex scent that sets a bright citrus opening against a dense floral bouquet and a sweet, resinous base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters place it mostly in spring, fall and winter, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Most voters call its character feminine, with some classic and masculine votes too. Bergamot and kaffir lime open it up. The heart is led by jasmine, violet, rose and orange blossom, with heliotrope and ylang-ylang making the florals creamy and powdery. In the base, labdanum, frankincense, vanilla and musk weigh heaviest, and the spicy, woody and green accents keep that sweetness dry. Roja Parfums Madison pour Femme and Roja Parfums Lilac have a close profile.

Consort

8.4

Boadicea the Victorious · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Boadicea the Victorious Consort is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens on bergamot, kaffir lime and pink pepper, runs through magnolia and orange blossom, and settles on vetiver and patchouli. The top also carries juniper berry and citrus tree wood alongside the bergamot, so the opening is sharp, green and a little spicy. In the heart, flowers and clary sage soften the air. The base of vetiver, blond woods, crystal amber and musk builds an earthy, woody floor. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter trailing behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business and evening also getting votes. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Sospiro Vibrato and Escentric Molecules Escentric 02 have a close profile.

Le Boucanier

8.5

N•O•A•M · 2023

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

N•O•A•M Le Boucanier is a unisex scent that lays woody, resinous, earthy and smoky tones over a sweet, spicy base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters recommend autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. Leisure and evening wear lead, and night outings follow close behind. Masculine is the most common character vote, though a fair share of voters read it as feminine. Caribbean rum, black tea, cinnamon and black pepper give it a sweet, spicy character. Burmese oud, cedar, Indian vetiver and patchouli build a woody, earthy ground beneath. Cuban cigar and gun powder carry the smoky side, while vanilla and white ambergris soften the edges.

Thichila

7.9

Parfum Prissana · 2019

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Parfum Prissana Thichila is a floral and spicy unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, then winter, and evening and leisure wear stand out. It reads closer to masculine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine. The notes come across as one whole rather than in stages: tuberose, jasmine sambac absolute and rose form a floral backbone, while saffron, cinnamon and nutmeg warm it with spice. Frankincense, myrrh, Thai oud and Mysore sandalwood add a resinous, woody, smoky depth, and civet leaves an animal trace.

Oud Ertugrul (Pure Parfum)

8.0

Ensar Oud · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ensar Oud Oud Ertugrul is a floral, woody unisex fragrance that sets Borneo oud, sandalwood and tobacco beside jasmine and rose. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, so it stays on the skin for a long time and carries well around you. It is unisex, with no clear lean toward a particular season or occasion. The top opens with cypress, silver fir, raspberry and peach, a fruity freshness. In the heart, jasmine, rose and mimosa build a floral layer. The base brings Borneo oud, sandalwood and tobacco, a smoky, earthy woodiness that vanilla and orris root sweeten and soften into powder. Penhaligon's Levantium and Ensar Oud White Nights have a close profile.

Green Tea Exotic

7.1

Elizabeth Arden · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Exotic is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it fits anyone who wants a scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and sport, with enough restraint for the office too. The top notes of black tea, bergamot and kaffir lime open fresh. The heart of green tea, lily, jasmine, orchid and Rangoon grapevine turns floral and green. In the base, woods, white narcissus and ambrette seed settle it into a soft, powdery finish. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea (Eau Parfumée) and Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Peau d'Orris V2

8.9

Wasif Reza · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Powdery

Wasif Reza Peau d'Orris V2 is built around orange blossom, neroli and orris absolute, a floral, powdery and leathery unisex scent that has been discontinued. In the top, osmanthus, apricot and kaffir lime add a fruity brightness, with Bangladeshian oud beneath. The heart of orange blossom, neroli and jasmine sambac sets the floral side, while orris absolute and Iris pallida root resinoid bring a powdery, creamy feel. The base of leather, tobacco absolute, oakmoss and civet gives a chypre, leathery footing. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, then spring, with summer chosen less often. It reads equally masculine and feminine, and it wears full-bodied.

CK One Summer 2010

6.2

Calvin Klein · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2010 is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent that leans towards summer and spring, and suits relaxed everyday wear. It has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure, daily wear and sport come up most often. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it leaves a light trail close to the skin. Votes for feminine and masculine are nearly even, so it doesn't lean either way. It opens with pear, watermelon, mandarin orange and kaffir lime, a juicy, lightly sweet fruit freshness. In the heart, vervain, water lily and violet leaf add a cool, green floral touch. The base rests on patchouli, vetiver and cedarwood, softened by musk.

St. Kitts for Men

8.1

Tommy Bahama · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Tommy Bahama St. Kitts for Men is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance for men; it has been discontinued, but its sweet fruity touch gives it a light, easygoing character suited to warm weather. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither leaves a heavy trail nor vanishes quickly. It feels made for relaxed everyday wear and keeps to a masculine profile. It opens with Kaffir lime, starfruit and mandarin orange, bringing a sweet, fruity brightness. In the heart, aquatic notes, cedar and sea salt push it toward a watery, woody feel. At the base, ambergris, driftwood and musk soften that clean air and settle it down.

Gelatto

6.3

Pineward · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pineward Gelatto is a fresh, citrusy floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Mandarin orange and kaffir lime give it a bright, slightly green citrus feel. Jasmine sambac and gardenia pull it towards the floral side, while sandalwood and ambergris soften it into a creamy, lightly woody base. Massoia bark adds a sweet, spicy touch. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is mostly worn for leisure and daily use. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads as genuinely in between.

Dr. Bengal's Spiced Temple Essence

8.5

N•O•A•M · 2023

Citrus · Floral · Green

N•O•A•M Dr. Bengal's Spiced Temple Essence is a spicy, woody unisex fragrance that sets oud, sandalwood and jasmine beside cardamom and cinnamon. The notes read as a single whole, with no split into top, heart and base. Oud and sandalwood lay a woody foundation, while Indian patchouli and vetiver add an earthy weight. Cinnamon and cardamom bring the spice, and jasmine and Indian rose otto carry the floral side. Vanilla pushes it towards a creamy, resinous sweetness, and camphor adds a cool edge to the smoky air. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring and summer still get a share. It leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out, and rarely to the office. Masculine and feminine votes are level, so it sits in the middle. It has been discontinued.

The Ambergris Caleidoscope

8.5

N•O•A•M · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Vicious Vanguard

8.4

Nebiru Parfvms · 2025

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Nebiru Parfvms Vicious Vanguard is a unisex scent that ties the brightness of Ceylonese cinnamon and blood orange to a dark, smoky base of rose and oud resin. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, with most of them in the top band for each. The vote count is small, so this is a tendency rather than a verdict. There are no season or occasion votes, but the dense build suits no single gender. It opens with cinnamon, orange, kaffir lime and saffron mixing citrus with spice. Taif rose, Crimean rose and orange blossom lead the heart. In the base, myrrh, Borneo and Papua oud, Peru balsam and civet set a resinous, woody, smoky ground. Tauer Perfumes № 06 - Incense Rosé and Nebiru Parfvms Helix / Helix XQ have a close profile.

Tiwa / ทิวา

7.2

Parfum Prissana · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Parfum Prissana Tiwa / ทิวา is a unisex fragrance that sets the bright citrus of tangerine, kaffir lime and lime against the dry edge of ginger and vetiver. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin without crowding the room. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear and leisure, with business settings next. Evening and night-out use get far fewer votes. The scent is fresh, citrusy and green. Tangerine, kaffir lime and lime set the brightness, while celery seed and guava leaf add a green, spicy touch. Orange blossom absolute and ylang-ylang soften it with flowers, and sandalwood and vetiver give it a woody base.

Kheerin / คีรินทร์

8.2

Prin · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Prin Kheerin / คีรินทร์ is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green citrus brightness with a spicy, woody and earthy body; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, with night-out and business use not far behind. As a unisex scent, it doesn't lean toward either gender. The citrus and green side comes through in kaffir lime, galbanum and guava leaf. Chinese ginger, ginger and pepper add a spicy warmth, while oakmoss, vetiver and Thai oud give it a woody, earthy and slightly animalic depth. Roberto Ugolini Oxford and Gather Perfume Basil have a close profile.

Vision in a Dream Mesmeric

8.5

Clive Christian · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

Clive Christian Vision in a Dream Mesmeric is a scent for women that darkens a floral and green character with spicy, earthy and smoky shades; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters score longevity high. The number of ratings is small, so this is only a rough indication. It opens with violet leaf, galbanum and apple skin, green and sharp. In the heart, narcissus, iris and jasmine form a floral core. The base settles into vetiver, patchouli, cinnamon and vanilla, woody, spicy and faintly sweet.

Ginger Zest de Citron

6.6

PK Perfumes · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

PK Perfumes Ginger Zest de Citron is a unisex scent that opens with lemon, bergamot and ginger and softens that fresh citrus with white florals. The top is led by lemon, bergamot, kumquat and ginger, with mint and eucalyptus adding a cool edge. In the heart, gardenia, orange blossom and jasmine bring a floral softness, while patchouli stays in the background. The base of vetiver, sandalwood and musk dries down fresh, green and lightly sweet, ending creamy and woody. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily and office wear lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are equal, so it leans neither way.

Cavallo di Fuoco / 火马

7.5

Zanini · 2026

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Zanini Cavallo di Fuoco / 火马 is a unisex scent that sets honey pomelo, mandarin orange and Chinese osmanthus against the warmth of Sichuan pepper and clove; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so the scent stays close to the skin rather than leaving a long trail. The number of votes is small, so these impressions are only a rough guide. Citrus and fruity notes come first, followed by a spicy, woody, resinous warmth. Ginger and clove sharpen it, while Chinese oud and embers give it a smoky, leathery edge. Pineider Cuoio Nobile and Mendittorosa Orlo have a close profile.

Peau d'Orris

9.3

Wasif Reza · 2025

Floral · Woody · Animal

Wasif Reza Peau d'Orris is a unisex chypre that sets a floral, woody character against powdery, creamy and leathery touches; it has been discontinued. The top shows apricot, osmanthus and kaffir lime, joined by Bangladeshian oud. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine sambac, neroli and orris root build a floral, powdery backbone. The base rests on leather, Mysore sandalwood, Siberian deer musk and oakmoss absolute, giving it a woody, leathery, animalic ground. Voters find the longevity very strong and the sillage strong, and although the number of votes is small, the ratings are high. As a unisex scent it can read as masculine or feminine. Wasif Reza Peau d'Orris V2 and Areej Le Doré Borneo de Orris have a close profile.

Tsingy

7.2

Parfumeurs du Monde · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Parfumeurs du Monde Tsingy is a unisex scent that links a sharp opening of lime and pink pepper to a soft heart of ylang-ylang and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it leaves no heavy trail and is felt mostly close by. There is no season or occasion data to lean on, but it reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine, sitting somewhere between. The top of lime, kaffir lime, mandarin orange and pink pepper gives a fresh, citrus and lightly spicy start. In the heart, ylang-ylang, frangipani, basil, tonka bean and vanilla build a floral, green and sweet creaminess. The base of vetiver, elemi resin and patchouli leaves an earthy, resinous floor. Parfumeurs du Monde Tundzha and Dries Van Noten Sur Ma Peau have a close profile.

Cumbawa Wood

7.3

Sensatio · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sensatio Cumbawa Wood is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens with ginger, lemon and black pepper and settles into vetiver, cashmere wood and patchouli. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes. Being unisex, it doesn't lean toward either side and sits close to everyday wear. The top notes of ginger, lemon and black pepper give a fresh, spicy start. Towards the heart, kaffir lime, ozone and ylang-ylang add a floral, green touch. In the base, vetiver, cashmere wood, patchouli and amber soften the scent and settle it on a sweet, woody ground.