The Perfume Library

Niche 4 All · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Niche 4 All Apple Musk is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance, with spice and wood in support. Thyme, grapefruit, lime and lavender open it crisp and herbal. The heart brings pink pepper, apple, juniper berry, blackcurrant and musk, with the fruit kept in check by the spice. Cedarwood, labdanum and benzoin settle underneath as a woody, lightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to leisure, business and daily wear, with some votes for evening and nights out. It is an easy, open scent for daytime. The Dua Brand Supernova and Roja Parfums Elysium pour Homme (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Par 4

Detaille

Fresh · Floral · Green

Detaille Par 4 is a men's fragrance that opens with Italian bergamot, basil and white thyme, then settles into vetiver, labdanum and oakmoss for a fresh, green, woody fougère feel. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though summer has its share. Daily wear, leisure and office use are rated equally. Most voters call it masculine, followed by classic. Bergamot, basil and white thyme give a fresh, green start. In the heart, Bourbon geranium and saffron add a floral, spicy touch. The base of vetiver, labdanum and oakmoss turns woody, powdery and resinous, with a faint fruity-sweet softness running through.

Hierba Nera

Coreterno · 2019

Green · Spicy · Woody

Coreterno Hierba Nera is a green, spicy and woody unisex fragrance, with resinous and smoky tones that give it a serious character. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer chosen less often. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and is also picked for nights out and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens with bergamot, nutmeg and marijuana, which bring the green and spicy side. In the heart, frankincense, amber, labdanum and elemi resin deepen it into something resinous and smoky, while cedarwood sets the woody frame. Oud, musk and oak weigh heaviest in the base, and Texas cedar and Atlas cedar keep it dry.

Malesia

Xerjoff

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Xerjoff Malesia is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Pink pepper and amyris open with a spicy, woody edge, moving into the warmth of Laotian oud and amber. In the base, labdanum, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten it. Fruity and oriental accords carry the sweetness, while resinous and animal tones add weight. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though a fair share see it as feminine. Tom Ford Amber Absolute and Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Ambre Orient have a close profile.

Abaci II

8.5

Abaci

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Abaci Abaci II is a men's fragrance that sets a spicy opening of rum, pink pepper and cardamom over a resinous, smoky, leathery base. The top leans on rum, pink pepper, ginger and cardamom, while jasmine, rose and cinnamon in the heart pull that spice towards a floral, sweet side. The base is dominated by frankincense, patchouli, vanilla absolute and leathery notes, which give it its woody, earthy and smoky character. Most voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. It is placed mostly in autumn and winter, and in evening and night-out wear. It reads masculine and classic. Boadicea the Victorious Monarch and Gritti Alvise have a close profile.

I Love New York for Him

5.5

Bond No. 9 · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 I Love New York for Him is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance set over a spicy, woody base; it has been discontinued. It opens with juniper berry, ginger and grapefruit zest, giving a cool, sharp citrus lift. In the heart, geranium, lavender, patchouli and leather bring out the floral and woody side. The base of labdanum, sandalwood, amber and musk softens it and adds warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though those scores rest on few votes. Voters pick it most for leisure, business and daily wear, with sport and evening further behind. Bvlgari Bvlgari Man Glacial Essence and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo (2020) (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Palladium

8.5

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur

Floral · Green · Spicy

Palladium by Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur is a dense, smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings best. It opens with Amalfi bergamot and lemon brightening the start, but Arabian myrrh, Turkish galbanum and Indian pink pepper soon take over, giving a green, spicy, resinous character. In the heart, Borneo oud, patchouli, English leather and American tobacco push the floral side into the background. The base of Russian birch tar, Indian oud and civet absolute settles into a smoky, animal, earthy finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall; it leans towards evening and leisure wear, with night-out use also common. The character tilts a little masculine but reads as unisex. Zoologist Tyrannosaurus Rex and Elixir Attar Dark Matter have a close profile.

L'Homme M. LaCroix

Rogue · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rogue L'Homme M. LaCroix is a green, woody and powdery unisex scent built around oakmoss, thyme and sandalwood, suited to leisure hours and evenings out. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: the fresh citrus of bergamot and lemon, the green of thyme and petitgrain, and the powdery floral side of iris and rose absolute. Oakmoss, vetiver and patchouli ground it in an earthy base, while birch tar and labdanum add a leathery edge. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter not far behind. Leisure, night out and evening lead the occasions, though daily and business wear also get votes. It leans masculine and classic in character. Rochas Globe (Eau de Toilette) and Les Parfums de Rosine Rose d'Homme have a close profile.

III Thriller

Maison Asrar · 2026

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Maison Asrar III Thriller is a unisex fragrance that sets a sweet, spicy character against a woody, resinous and leathery base. Voters rate its longevity as strong and its sillage as good, so it lasts on skin and makes itself noticed around you. No season or occasion votes are in, so it can't be tied to a particular time of year. It reads comfortably on both men and women. It opens with elemi resin, pepper, lemon and bergamot, with cardamom and saffron adding spice. In the heart, tonka bean, leather and incense lead, and labdanum fills this stage with a resinous warmth. The base turns sweet with vanilla, amber and benzoin, while musk, cashmeran and sandalwood leave a creamy, woody finish.

Route 66 (Eau de Toilette)

Coty · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Coty Route 66 Eau de Toilette is a citrusy, green and woody fougère that opens fresh and settles into a spicy, resinous depth; it reads masculine and has been discontinued. The top notes of pineapple, bergamot and lemon give a bright, fruity start. In the heart, tarragon, lavender and oakmoss add a green, chypre-like edge. The base of labdanum, sandalwood and patchouli grounds it in a woody, resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring and summer get a fair share too. It leans towards daily and leisure wear and also works in the office. The character is clearly masculine. Azzaro Azzaro pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Versace Versace L'Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Rhizome 01

Rhizome · 2019

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Rhizome 01 is a unisex fragrance that pairs a spicy, resinous opening of cumin, cinnamon and frankincense with a woody base of vetiver, patchouli and sandalwood. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. More voters read it as masculine, but a fair number find it feminine. Cumin, cinnamon and nutmeg lead with spice, while galbanum adds a fresh, green edge. At the heart, labdanum, geranium and frankincense resin bring a sweet, smoky warmth. The base of vetiver, patchouli and sandalwood is woody, with a faintly animal trace. Amouage Overture Man and Memo Paris Palais Bourbon have a close profile.

Burning Rose

Carolina Herrera · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Carolina Herrera Burning Rose pairs Bulgarian rose absolute with Laotian cinnamon and Madagascar pepper, giving a floral, spicy and smoky unisex scent. It opens with Madagascar pepper, ginger and Indonesian nutmeg, a warm spice start. At the heart, Bulgarian rose absolute and Laotian cinnamon take over, with the rose set in a sweet, oriental frame. The base of frankincense, labdanum and patchouli adds a smoky, resinous depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though only a small number of voters have scored them, so treat the figures as a rough guide. It suits those who like a warm, spiced rose, and it sits between masculine and feminine. Etat Libre d'Orange Spice Must Flow and Sana Jardin Tiger by Her Side have a close profile.

Donna Karan Essence: Wenge

DKNY · 2005

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

DKNY Donna Karan Essence: Wenge is a sweet, woody unisex scent built on jasmine, wenge and labdanum with a spicy edge; it has been discontinued. Jasmine carries the floral side, while wenge and labdanum lay a woody, resinous base under the whole scent. Pimento, nutmeg and clove add a spicy warmth, and lavender softens the sweet, gourmand mood. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits evenings, leisure time and daily wear. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either side.

Rogue Man

Rihanna · 2014

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Rihanna Rogue Man is a men's fragrance that opens with bergamot, black pepper and clementine and settles into patchouli and sandalwood, setting citrus and spice over a sweet oriental base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Voters place it mostly on night outs, everyday wear, leisure time and evenings, with business settings not far behind. The top notes of bergamot, rosemary, black pepper and clementine give a bright, peppery start. Cedar, vanilla orchid, jasmine and labdanum bring a floral, woody softness to the heart. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, amber, tonka bean and musk dries down sweet and warm. Paloma Picasso Minotaure (Eau de Toilette) and LM Parfums Noir Gabardine have a close profile.

Rose Empire

Welton · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Welton Rose Empire is a fresh, floral rose scent with spice, wood and powder around it, made for both men and women. It opens with rose, blackcurrant and black pepper, so fruity freshness sits next to a spicy edge. In the heart the rose softens with orange blossom, and the base lays down a woody floor of gaiac wood, cedarwood, vetiver and papyrus. Heliotrope and labdanum sweeten it and lead to a powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn and winter get a fair share too. It leans towards leisure, nights out and daily wear, with some votes for evening and business settings. Roberto Ugolini 17 Rosso and Liquides Imaginaires Dom Rosa have a close profile.

Fundamental (2023)

Rubini · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rubini Fundamental opens with fresh mandarin orange and bergamot, then moves into darker notes like lavender, labdanum and leather, and it suits both men and women. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters lean towards daily wear and leisure, though business and evening settings also get a share. It reads as neither strictly masculine nor feminine. The top is grape, mandarin orange and bergamot, fresh and fruity. In the heart, lavender and clary sage bring a green, floral touch, while orris butter adds powder and beeswax and labdanum add a sweet, spicy warmth. The base of Atlas cedar, sandalwood, leather and cocoa is woody, leathery and slightly animal. Ormonde Jayne 3. Tsarina Parfum and Dior Dior Homme Cologne (2007) have a close profile.

Irida Extrait

Angelos Créations Olfactives · 2023

Floral · Green · Spicy

Angelos Créations Olfactives Irida Extrait is a unisex floral, green and woody scent built around violet leaf, orris and vetiver, and it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter not far behind. It leans towards evening, daily and leisure wear, and it reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine, with votes split evenly between the two. Violet leaf absolute and Tunisian neroli open it. The heart holds orris, violet and jasmine, with cinnamon and clove adding spice. Haitian vetiver, Indian sandalwood and labdanum form a woody, resinous, earthy base. The overall feel is powdery and green.

Amber Oud

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Amber Oud is a sweet, resinous unisex scent built around frankincense, oud and ambergris; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it reads as genuinely unisex. It opens with frankincense and bergamot, then patchouli, oud and rose take the heart. In the base, myrrh, labdanum, vanilla and ambergris sweeten it, with woody and smoky touches in the background. The overall impression is warm, spicy and earthy.

Freakincense

Coreterno · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Coreterno Freakincense is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, floral start against a resinous, smoky base, easy to wear through the day and across seasons. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, so it stays close rather than announcing itself. Spring and fall lead, with winter and summer not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings. It opens with lime, violet and pink pepper, fresh and lightly spicy. In the heart, cashmeran, frankincense and elemi resin bring out the resinous, smoky side. The base of patchouli, vetiver and labdanum leaves it earthy and deep. Heeley Cardinal and Amouage Lineage have a close profile.

dear empathy

equality.fragrances · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Green

equality.fragrances dear empathy is a unisex scent that joins the fresh green of grass, geranium and lavender to the floral softness of rose and osmanthus, settling on a woody base of cedar and sandalwood. It wears at a moderate level for both longevity and sillage. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter and summer further behind. Leisure, business and daily wear are the most common occasions. Feminine and masculine votes sit very close together, so it doesn't lean clearly either way. It opens cool and green with grass, geranium, lavender and chamomile. The heart brings elemi resin, Bulgarian rose and osmanthus for a soft floral note. The base of Atlas cedar, Indian sandalwood, amyris and labdanum adds a woody, slightly resinous ground.

Trompette 8

Filippo Sorcinelli · 2023

Citrus · Spicy · Woody

Filippo Sorcinelli Trompette 8 is a woody unisex fragrance that opens with citrus but gets its real character from spice, resin and smoke. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure, evenings and nights out. Voters mostly read it as masculine, though a fair number call it feminine. The top has labdanum, frankincense and black pepper absolute, a resinous and peppery start. Chili and cedar form the heart, with elemi resin, pink pepper and bergamot in the base. The citrus brightness softens the sharper spice, while cedar and smoke keep the whole thing dry and woody.

Elegant Vetiver