The Perfume Library

X for Women

7.8

Clive Christian · 2001

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Clive Christian X for Women is a feminine perfume that carries a fruity opening of peach, bergamot and rhubarb through a floral heart into a sweet, woody base, ending powdery and oriental. It opens bright and fruity with peach, bergamot, rhubarb and mandarin orange. In the heart, tuberose, Egyptian jasmine, rose and narcissus come forward, while orris root adds a powdery softness. The base of vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli dries down sweet and woody, with rum and Kashmiri musk smoothing it out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and night out and evening wear lead among occasions. Voters mostly read it as feminine, with some calling it classic. Azzaro Oh la la and Chanel Allure Sensuelle have a close profile.

Dragon

8.8

Boadicea the Victorious · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Boadicea the Victorious Dragon is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, spicy streak with a sweet, creamy oriental body, and it suits autumn and winter evenings best. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, followed by spring, while few suggest summer. It leans towards nights out and evenings. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as sitting between the two. It opens with saffron and cinnamon, giving a warm, spicy start. In the heart, magnolia adds a soft floral note, while amber and frankincense bring a sweet, resinous depth. Vanilla and Kashmiri musk settle underneath into a creamy finish. Anfas Ishq and Xerjoff Ouverture have a close profile.

Daisy Love (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Marc Jacobs · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Marc Jacobs Daisy Love Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent built around cloudberry and daisy tree. It opens with cloudberry, which brings a fruity sweetness, and moves into a floral, powdery softness from the daisy tree. Kashmiri musk and driftwood set it on a lightly woody base; the whole stays fresh, with the gourmand sweetness kept in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions named most often. Most voters call it feminine, and some also find it modern. Daisy Drops - Daisy Love and Daisy Love Eau So Sweet have a close profile.

Intimate Silhouette

7.8

Christian Siriano · 2018

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Christian Siriano Intimate Silhouette is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out are the favoured occasions. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most see it as feminine, and some call it modern. It opens with jasmine, and the heart brings black sesame and amberwood. The base of tonka bean, Bourbon vanilla absolute, benzoin, sandalwood and Kashmiri musk builds a sweet, creamy, woody foundation, with a spicy, oriental edge. Mancera Xplicit Vanilla and Commodity Milk have a close profile.

Rose Silence

7.5

Miller Harris · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Miller Harris Rose Silence is a fresh, floral and green unisex scent that sets rose against a soft, creamy backdrop. Mandarin orange and blackcurrant open with a fruity brightness. Damask rose absolute takes the heart, and sandalwood, patchouli and Kashmiri musk then soften it into a sweet, creamy finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter the least chosen. Leisure, daily wear and the office are its main settings. Voters read it as feminine more often than not, though it is classed as unisex.

Halle

6.9

Halle Berry · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Halle Berry Halle is a floral, fruity scent built around pear blossom, fig leaf and mimosa, made for women and leaning towards fall and spring days. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter; daily and leisure wear come first, and it also suits evenings and the office. It reads feminine, though some find it modern. It has been discontinued. It opens with Sicilian bergamot, with pear blossom and fig leaf adding a green freshness. In the heart, mimosa, freesia and hibiscus bring a soft floral note. The base of Kashmiri musk, amber and sandalwood dries down sweet, powdery and woody, with a gourmand, lightly spicy edge. Toni Gard Toni Gard Woman and Chopard Cašmir (Eau de Parfum) share a close profile.

Cara Mia

7.3

Aigner · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Aigner Cara Mia is a feminine scent that softens a fresh, floral core with sweet, spicy and powdery tones, and it suits daytime and workdays best. Cara Mia wears at a moderate level for both longevity and sillage. Most voters pick fall and spring, while winter and summer trail behind. It is chosen mostly for daily wear, business and leisure. Voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. It has been discontinued. The top notes of pepper, mandarin orange, coriander and bergamot open fresh with a light spice. In the heart, iris, jasmine and peach bring a floral, fruity softness. At the base, patchouli, frankincense, labdanum and Kashmiri musk settle it onto a woody, creamy, slightly smoky ground. Roja Parfums Beguiled and Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Bois de Turquie have a close profile.

Mukhallat Oudh Al Mubakhar

6.9

Rasasi

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rasasi Mukhallat Oudh Al Mubakhar opens bright and citrusy, then settles into a spicy, floral and woody-sweet scent that suits anyone, as a unisex fragrance. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Voters lean towards fall and spring, though summer and winter get votes too. Occasions are spread from leisure to nights out, and masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads comfortably on either. Lime, bergamot and saffron give a bright, lightly spiced start. Turkish rose, violet and geranium bring a floral softness in the heart, thinned out by crystal musk. Sandalwood, tonka bean and patchouli dry down into a warm, sweet, resinous woodiness.

Tigerwood (Pure Parfum)

9.0

Ensar Oud

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Ensar Oud Tigerwood (Pure Parfum) is a spicy, woody and smoky unisex scent led by oud resin, oakmoss and patchouli, and it has been discontinued. Malayan oud and oud resin lean on the bite of black pepper and clove, while black tea, coffee and cocoa soften that edge and add a dark richness. Tobacco, Peru balsam and Bourbon vanilla bring a dry, resinous warmth. Animal and leathery accords weigh heavily, alongside earthy oakmoss. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings and nights out, though it also suits leisure wear. Votes on character lean masculine. Ensar Oud Tigerwood: Terengganu and Tigerwood Ghalia have a close profile.

Pure Royal 823

8.1

Federico Mahora

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Federico Mahora Pure Royal 823 is a men's fragrance that sets the freshness of wild lavender and clary sage against the sweet, creamy warmth of vanilla blossom, almond and tonka bean. It opens fresh and spicy with wild lavender and clary sage. The heart of vanilla blossom, almond and iris adds a soft, powdery floral touch, and the base of ambergris, tonka bean, Kashmiri musk and leather settles into a sweet, gourmand, faintly leathery woodiness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen most for evenings and nights out, then for daily and office wear. It reads mainly masculine, with a modern and classic feel.

Cullinan Diamond

8.0

Thameen · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Thameen Cullinan Diamond is a unisex scent where black pepper, rose and vanilla absolute lead, giving a floral, sweet and spicy character. It opens with black pepper, then the heart brings rose, vanilla absolute and orris root. In the base, Kashmiri musk, suede, amber and cedarwood settle it onto a woody, leathery footing. The powdery, creamy side softens the sweetness. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring further behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Votes for masculine and feminine sit close together, so it wears comfortably on either. Laboratorio Olfattivo Nirmal and Dunhill Mongolian Cashmere have a close profile.

Bella Blanca

7.1

Oscar de la Renta · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Oscar de la Renta Bella Blanca is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around blackcurrant, freesia and white rose, and it leans towards spring and summer. It opens with blackcurrant, mandarin orange and green pear, a fruity freshness with freesia adding a light floral touch. The heart brings lily of the valley, white rose and jasmine sambac, with violet leaf adding a green edge. In the base, ambrox, peach skin, Kashmiri musk and sandalwood settle it into a sweet, powdery softness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. It reads as feminine. Benefit The Garden of Good & Eva and Versace Baby Rose Jeans have a close profile.

Aqua Sapphire

7.6

Boadicea the Victorious · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Boadicea the Victorious Aqua Sapphire is a unisex scent where rum, pineapple and davana meet a fresh, citrusy aquatic feel. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, so it stays noticeable on skin and around you for a long time. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen mainly for leisure and business settings. It leans masculine in the votes, though some read it as feminine. It opens with rum, pineapple, davana and saffron, which give a fruity, spicy freshness. In the heart, May rose, saffron and Kashmiri musk soften that brightness. Sandalwood, vanilla and amber then settle into a sweet, woody base. Adidas Ice Dive and Versace Dylan Blue have a close profile.

Rise

6.5

Beyoncé · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Private Blend

9.0

Ensar Oud · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ensar Oud Private Blend is a smoky, resinous unisex scent that sets Indonesian oud and Mysore sandalwood on a floral, sweet base; it has been discontinued. Jasmine and rose build the floral side, while blackberry and black tea add a fruity lightness to the sweetness. Tonkin, Kashmiri and Tibetan musks bring a creamy, animalic texture that blends with the earthy, woody depth of the oud, and the spicy oriental character leads. Both longevity and sillage are rated very strong, and most voters pick fall and winter, with spring next. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, and leans masculine and classic. Ensar Oud Private Blend: Hailam Kilam and Ensar Oud Old City have a close profile.

Inspirato

8.2

Christian Provenzano

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Christian Provenzano Inspirato is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring, while autumn and winter trail behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most common settings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, with longevity at 7.9 out of 10. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine and sits comfortably on anyone. The top opens bright with bergamot, cardamom and coriander, while pink pepper and cinnamon add a little spice. The heart brings in aquatic notes and jasmine, so the aquatic and green sides come forward. In the base, sandalwood, amber and tonka bean settle into a sweet, woody ground. Parfums de Marly Percival and Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Jezebel

8.0

Anka Kuş Parfüm · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Anka Kuş Parfüm Jezebel is a unisex scent that links a sweet opening of chocolate and pear to a floral heart of damask rose, Moroccan jasmine and vanilla, with a gourmand streak running through it. The top notes are chocolate and pear, and the heart brings truffle, Kashmiri musk, rose and jasmine. In the base, osmanthus, Bourbon vanilla, Australian sandalwood, tonka bean and amber leave it sweet, woody and warm. Animal and spicy accents stay in the background and add depth to the floral-fruity body. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it doesn't read clearly as either. Fort & Manlé Charlatan and Bond No. 9 West Side have a similar profile.

Glowing

7.0

Jennifer Lopez · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jennifer Lopez Glowing is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with green and sweet sides, and it has been discontinued. Bergamot, cypress and mandarin orange open it brightly. In the heart, lily of the valley, orange blossom, cassia blossom and violet form a floral bouquet. The base is softened and sweetened by vanilla, amber and Kashmiri musk, while sandalwood, vetiver and patchouli add a woody footing, with powdery and gourmand touches alongside. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. Most voters find it feminine and modern. Its profile is close to Ted Lapidus TL pour Lui and Harry Lehmann Fantasie.

Absinthe-Minded

7.5

Anka Kuş Parfüm · 2019

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Anka Kuş Parfüm Absinthe-Minded is a unisex scent built on a fresh, green accord, with spice, woody notes and resin laid over it. It opens with aniseed, vermouth, absinth and fennel, a cool, spicy start. The heart brings woody notes, patchouli and Kashmiri musk, giving the scent an earthy, soft footing. In the base, amber and oakmoss leave a sweet, resinous warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though feminine votes are strong too. Stora Skuggan Hexensalbe and L'Artisan Parfumeur Fou d'Absinthe have a close profile.

Fashion Avenue

7.1

Bond No. 9 · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 Fashion Avenue is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that links citrus and green notes to a floral heart of ylang-ylang and mimosa. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and business, daily and leisure wear lead the occasions. Its character reads mostly feminine, followed by modern. It opens with citrus and green notes and moves into a floral heart. In the base, blackcurrant, Kashmiri musk and sandalwood soften it and add a gentle sweetness. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Mimosa and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa have a close profile.

Musc Gardénia: Berke Khan

7.9

Ensar Oud

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ensar Oud Musc Gardénia: Berke Khan is a floral, resinous unisex scent in which orange blossom, jasmine and oud meet honeyed sweetness; it has been discontinued. It opens with rosemary, honey and pink pepper. The heart brings orange blossom, jasmine, mimosa and frangipani, forming a floral core. In the base, sandalwood, oud and musk turn creamy and animal-warm, with sweet, spicy and woody accords rounding it out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, while summer gets a small share. It suits evenings, leisure time and nights out more than the office.

Tahitian Gardénia Borneo 3000

8.3

Ensar Oud · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ensar Oud Tahitian Gardénia Borneo 3000 is a fresh, floral unisex scent in which jasmine, mimosa and orange blossom rest on Borneo oud and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Both its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and leisure, evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Voters read it as more masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. It opens with green apple, pear and pineapple for a fruity freshness, with honey adding sweetness and pink pepper a light spice. The heart builds a floral spine from jasmine, mimosa and orange blossom. In the base, Borneo oud, Sri Lankan sandalwood and musk soften everything into a powdery, creamy, woody finish.

Taylor (Eau de Parfum)

5.7

Taylor Swift · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Taylor Swift Taylor Eau de Parfum is a powdery, sweet floral-fruity scent that opens with magnolia, tangerine and lychee; it has been discontinued. The top is magnolia, tangerine and lychee, fresh and fruity. In the heart, peony, vanilla orchid and hydrangea soften it into a floral. The base of Kashmiri musk, sandalwood and apricot nectar dries down powdery and gourmand. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin with a quiet trail. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer. It leans towards leisure and daily wear and also suits the office. It reads feminine and modern.

Continental

7.1

CRA-YON · 2021

Spicy · Woody · Animal

CRA-YON Continental is a spicy, smoky unisex fragrance led by leather, oud and frankincense, dark and resinous in character. It is rated strong for longevity and good for sillage. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and very few choose it for daily wear. Its dense, heavy character suits men and women alike. The top opens with cypress, orange, mint and ylang-ylang. The heart darkens with frankincense and leather, while lemon grass and coriander add spice. The base settles into oud, cedar, vetiver, sandalwood, amber and musk. The overall impression is woody, earthy and animalic. Boadicea the Victorious Mayfair and Dior Leather Oud have a close profile.