The Perfume Library

Ra'ed Oud / رائد Oud

7.4

Lattafa · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Lattafa Ra'ed Oud opens fresh and citrusy, then settles into a spicy, smoky and leathery oud character, and is aimed at men. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good; most voters choose it for evenings and nights out, with leisure wear not far behind. It reads as a masculine fragrance. The top is saffron, bergamot, Provençal lavender and cinnamon: bergamot and lavender bring freshness, while saffron and cinnamon push the spice forward. The heart of orange blossom, rose and frankincense adds a soft floral layer. The base of leathery notes, oud, vanilla, sandalwood and amber gives a woody, sweet and smoky finish.

Tan-Tan

7.0

Coquillete · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Coquillete Tan-Tan is a fresh, green unisex fragrance that leads with pine needle, Moroccan white fig and Calabrian bergamot. It opens with pine needle, artemisia, fig and bergamot, giving a crisp, green, citrusy start. In the heart, citron, patchouli, vetiver, jasmine and geranium add a floral and woody depth. The base of coconut milk, fig wood, white musk and sandalwood softens everything into a lightly gourmand warmth. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so treat them as a rough guide. Voters place it in leisure, evening and daily wear, with office use close behind. Santa Maria Novella Acqua di Sicilia and Il Profvmo Café Vert have a close profile.

Elysian

7.0

French Avenue

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

French Avenue Elysian is a unisex fragrance where cherry, plum and spice meet a sweet, floral-oriental body. It opens with cherry and plum for a fruity sweetness, while Ceylonese cinnamon and cardamom add spice. The heart of violet, heliotrope and rose brings a soft floral note, and the base of leathery notes, frankincense, oud and patchouli leaves a woody, resinous, smoky depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though both ratings rest on few votes. Its sweet, spicy build suits cooler weather, and the unisex character works for men and women alike. Histoires de Parfums Prolixe and Penhaligon's Halfeti Leather have a close profile.

Mystic Leather

8.7

French Avenue · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

French Avenue Mystic Leather is a smoky, leathery unisex fragrance that opens with saffron and incense and settles into smoked wood and patchouli. The top holds gaiac wood, woody notes, saffron and incense, so the first impression is spicy and smoky. In the heart, amber, sugar cane, violet and leathery notes sweeten it and add a soft floral touch. The base of patchouli, sandalwood and smoked wood keeps the oriental, woody side in front. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters score both high, though the number of votes is small. Its warm, sweet, smoky build suits cooler weather, and it reads equally well on men and women. Château de Versailles Madame de Maintenon and Lattafa Khalta have a close profile.

Vol 870 YUL-CDG

7.8

Monsillage · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Green

Monsillage Vol 870 YUL-CDG is a unisex scent that sets the floral sweetness of ylang-ylang and osmanthus against the green, resinous coolness of fir needle and cypress. It runs fresh, floral and green. Peach and apricot add a soft fruitiness, and bergamot supports the brightness. Spices, resins, woods and leathery notes ground this light frame in a woody depth, while musk smooths the edges. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters point to business wear, followed by daily and leisure use. Its unisex character suits men and women alike. Birkholz Grasse - Fleur de Provence and Teufelsküche Boom! have a close profile.

Cuir Végétal

7.6

Olibanum. · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Olibanum. Cuir Végétal is a unisex scent with a leathery, woody character, softened by a fresh, green edge. The notes read as a single whole: cumin, frankincense and oud set a spicy, smoky base, while leathery notes, Virginia cedar and Atlas cedar carry it into a dry woodiness. Floral, sweet and powdery accords are present too, but they stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it neither hugs the skin nor fills the room. The number of ratings is small, so these impressions are tentative. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women.

Khalifa (Extrait de Parfum)

7.3

Superz.

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Extrait de Parfum

Superz. Khalifa Extrait de Parfum is a spicy, woody oriental for men, with a leathery, smoky character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters find its staying power strong, though the number of votes is small, so that reading is tentative. Its dense, heavy build suits cooler weather and evening wear. It opens with powdery notes. The heart brings together spices, leathery notes and woody notes. In the base, oud, frankincense, amber and Tibetan musk leave a resinous, earthy warmth. Nissaba Berbera and Ard Al Zaafaran Sheikh Al Oud have a close profile.

Ramad Myrrh / Myrrh رماد

8.7

Arabiyat Prestige · 2025

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Arabiyat Prestige Ramad Myrrh / Myrrh رماد is a unisex fragrance that opens with cardamom, pink pepper and bergamot, fresh and spicy, and settles into a creamy, leathery base of sandalwood, tonka bean and leathery notes. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong, though the vote count is small, so this is a tentative reading. With no season or occasion votes, it is hard to say where it fits best, but its woody, oriental build suggests it is easier to wear in cooler weather. It starts with cardamom and pink pepper adding spice while bergamot brightens it, giving a green, fresh feel. In the heart, cashmeran, amber and violet push it toward a powdery, resinous side. As it dries down, leather, tonka and sandalwood come forward and the scent softens into something creamy.

Semi-Bespoke 7

7.7

Roja Parfums

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Roja Parfums Semi-Bespoke 7 is a unisex scent that pairs bright citrus with an animal, leathery and smoky side; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the vote count is small, so these ratings are a first impression rather than a firm verdict. There is no data on seasons or occasions. It can read as masculine or feminine and does not lean either way. Bergamot, lemon, mandarin orange, grapefruit and orange build a bright citrus layer. Star anise, lavender and geranium add a fougère feel, while rose brings a soft floral touch. Civet, castoreum, leathery notes and patchouli give the scent an animal, leathery and smoky weight. Labdanum, frankincense, musk and ambergris round out the warm base.

Aquamarine Touch

7.1

The Fragrance · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Fragrance Aquamarine Touch is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, aquatic surface with a spicy, smoky and woody side underneath. It opens with blackcurrant and bergamot, giving a citrusy, slightly green freshness. The heart brings oud, saffron, patchouli and pink pepper, adding a spicy, woody weight, and the base of leathery notes, musk and amber softens it and settles it onto a warm footing. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It sits comfortably on men and women alike. Its profile is close to Rasasi Woody for Men and Al Rehab Avenue (Eau de Parfum).

FM 199

7.9

Federico Mahora

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Federico Mahora FM 199 is a fresh, sweet fragrance for men that settles into a spicy, gourmand, leathery base. The top pairs Italian mandarin orange with peppermint: the mandarin brings a fruity sweetness, the peppermint a cool edge. The heart holds cinnamon, cardamom and Turkish rose, where the warmth of the spices meets the soft floral note. Leathery notes sit in the base, and the whole turns oriental and woody. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. The sweet, spicy character suits men looking for a fuller, gourmand style. Its profile is close to Rabanne 1 Million Absolutely Gold and Rabanne 1 Million Intense.

Sublime (Eau de Parfum)

6.2

Tory Burch · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Tory Burch Sublime Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that opens with ivy, Italian mandarin orange and peach before moving into a floral heart of osmanthus absolute, magnolia and rose. The opening is green and bright, with ivy and mandarin kept soft by the sweetness of peach. In the heart, osmanthus, magnolia and rose form a floral bouquet, while aquatic and powdery touches keep it light. The base of leathery notes, patchouli and vetiver adds a resinous, leathery warmth and grounds the sweetness in something earthier. Created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux, it has a profile close to Laura Biagiotti Blu di Roma Donna and Lanvin Me L'Eau.

G. Nejman - Le Professionnel

7.2

M. Micallef

Green · Fruity · Spicy

M. Micallef G. Nejman - Le Professionnel is a green, chypre-leaning men's fragrance that opens on myrtle, bergamot and juniper berry and dries down to vetiver and patchouli; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong, though that view rests on only a few votes. Spicy, leathery and animal accords give it a firm, masculine feel. Myrtle, bergamot, juniper berry, galbanum and lemon lead the opening, while orange and geranium soften the heart. The base of vetiver, patchouli, leathery notes and moss lays down an earthy, woody floor. The green, fruity start gradually turns drier and more leathery. Molinard Teck and Jacques Bogart Witness have a close profile.

Arabian Leather Musk

8.1

Arabian Oud

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Arabian Oud Arabian Leather Musk is a sweet, leathery men's fragrance that opens on cranberry and apricot and settles into leathery notes, oud and honey. The opening is fruity and fresh, led by cranberry and apricot. In the heart, leathery notes, oud and honey take over, giving it a woody, oriental feel. The base of cocoa, vanilla, patchouli and musk sweetens it and leaves a powdery warmth. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this view rests on a limited sample. With its leathery, honeyed sweetness it reads as masculine. Perfumes with a close profile include Taif Al-Emarat Taif T04 and Widian Aswan.

Berbera

7.5

Nissaba · 2024

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Nissaba Berbera is a spicy, resinous unisex scent in which nutmeg, black pepper and frankincense lead, with a smoky, earthy edge. It opens with nutmeg, black pepper and elemi resin, and frankincense is present from the first moment. In the heart, myrrh and frankincense deepen the resinous side, while leathery and powdery notes soften the edge. Amber and opoponax settle it into a woody, oriental warmth at the base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though few people have voted so far; it stays fairly close to the skin. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, and Superz. Khalifa and Armani Privé Oud Royal have a close profile.

Goetze Gegenwart

7.5

Verdúu · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Verdúu Goetze Gegenwart opens with ginger, cardamom and bergamot and settles into vetiver and sandalwood, a fresh, spicy men's scent suited to daytime and work; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick it for daytime, business and leisure, with night out and evening far behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a gentle trail without filling the room. It is classed as a men's fragrance. The opening of ginger, coriander, cardamom, tea and bergamot is fresh, citrusy and spicy. The heart of rose, lavender, basil, violet and nutmeg adds a floral, green softness. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, tonka bean and musk rests on a woody, creamy footing.

Azurēe Legacy

7.9

Estēe Lauder · 2024

Floral · Green · Spicy

Estēe Lauder Azurēe Legacy is a chypre for women that opens with green, spicy cardamom, basil and tarragon and settles into jasmine, vetiver and oakmoss. The top notes are cardamom, basil and tarragon, so it starts green and spicy. In the heart, jasmine, clary sage and clove carry the floral side alongside the spice. The base builds an earthy foundation of vetiver, oakmoss and patchouli, while leathery notes and cumin add a rough, animalic edge. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, and most voters give longevity a high score, though the number of votes is small. Its woody, leathery character gives it a serious, classic chypre feel despite the feminine classification. Harry Lehmann Russisch Juchten and Jil Sander Man Pure (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Adhara Oud

7.2

Chérigan · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Chérigan Adhara Oud is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, floral surface over a smoky, spicy oud. Oud, patchouli and leathery notes carry most of the weight, while saffron adds a warm, oriental spiciness. Rose absolute and geranium soften the floral side, and citrus fruits bring a fresh lift. The overall impression is earthy, woody and slightly sweet, with leathery and smoky tones staying clearly present. Montale Aoud Safran and S.T. Dupont Oud & Rose have a close profile.

Oud Alfateh (Extrait de Parfum)

7.9

Superz.

Green · Synthetic · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

Superz. Oud Alfateh Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets a green, spicy character on a woody, oriental base. It opens with oakmoss; the heart brings woody and leathery notes, tomato leaf, jasmine and rose, with aromatic and sweet notes alongside. Amber and musky notes soften the base. The accords also carry a synthetic edge. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small. Being unisex, it can be worn by men and women alike. Afnan Perfumes Inara (Black) and Montale Intense Roses Musk have a close profile.

Walk with Me

7.1

Annindriya · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Annindriya Walk with Me is a unisex scent that pairs ylang-ylang, cinnamon and saffron with coconut, a fresh floral character softened by sweet spice. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a noticeable trail close to the wearer without filling a room. It suits men and women alike. The scent as a whole sits on a fresh, aquatic and green footing with a floral, spicy character. Ylang-ylang and coconut milk give it a creamy sweetness, while cinnamon, saffron, cardamom and ginger add warm spice. Patchouli, vetiver, musk and leathery notes round it out with a soft, woody depth, and kaffir lime leaf adds a green brightness.

Daligramme: Messages Secrets à Gala - Ma Victoire

7.0

Dali Haute Parfumerie · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Dali Haute Parfumerie Daligramme: Messages Secrets à Gala - Ma Victoire is a floral, sweet unisex scent that sets tuberose and vanilla against a bright bergamot and orange start. It opens bright with bergamot and orange. In the heart, tuberose, white musk and clove carry the floral side, with the clove adding a spicy edge. Leathery notes, woody notes and vanilla weigh in at the base, and the scent settles into an oriental warmth with a soft, sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are rated as good, though only a small number of votes stand behind that. It is unisex, reading neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Kemi Layla and Jeanne Arthes La Ronde des Fleurs - Musc Ambré have a close profile.

Un Paseo por Madrid - El 8 de Gran Vía

8.3

Loewe · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Loewe Un Paseo por Madrid - El 8 de Gran Vía is a fresh, green chypre with a floral, spicy and leathery edge, suited to unisex wear at work and in daytime; it has been discontinued. Voters pick it mostly for business, daily wear and nights out, with evening and leisure less common. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable without filling the room. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Neroli and rose water set a fresh, floral base. Pepper adds a dry spiciness and the leathery notes a smooth, dark touch, while vetiver brings green, woody weight to the whole. Guerlain L'Âme d'un Héros and Le Galion Whip have a close profile.

Secret VI: Cuir d'Orient

7.6

Eisenberg · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eisenberg Secret VI: Cuir d'Orient is a spicy, sweet and leathery unisex scent with fruity and resinous sides that give it an oriental character. The top holds pepper, saffron, raspberry and blackcurrant, so spice and fruit arrive together. In the heart, leathery notes are softened by violet, jasmine and rose, while frankincense adds a smoky, resinous tone. The base of musk, sandalwood, amber and praliné settles into a sweet, woody dry-down. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling the room. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Mystery, Modern Mark Rescent Man and Swiss Arabian Attar al Ghutra have a close profile.

Mariechen Macht Sich Schön

7.5

Duftwerk

Fresh · Fruity · Synthetic

Duftwerk Mariechen Macht Sich Schön is a unisex scent that pairs coconut, tobacco and blueberry, with a fresh, fruity face over a woody, leathery backdrop. Coconut and blueberry give it a sweet, fruity side, while tobacco, leathery notes and woody notes ground it in something dry and hide-like. Herbs add a fresh, green lift. The accords also carry a synthetic sheen with spicy and resinous touches. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin yet remains noticeable through the day. It sits between masculine and feminine and suits both. The votes are few, so these impressions are tentative. Niche 4 All Limon Oud and Chanel Bleu de Chanel L'Exclusif have a close profile.