The Perfume Library

L'Homme Idéal (Eau de Parfum)

8.4

Guerlain · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Guerlain L'Homme Idéal Eau de Parfum is a masculine scent led by sweet, gourmand tones and tempered by spice and wood, suited to autumn and winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further back and summer getting very few votes. It is chosen most for evenings and nights out, and it also works for leisure and the office. Most voters find it masculine. Bergamot, spices and almond open on a fruity, spicy note. In the heart, frankincense, Bulgarian rose and vanilla add a creamy, powdery sweetness. Tonka bean, sandalwood and leathery notes then settle into a woody, leathery base.

Leder 6 / Fetisch

8.0

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin · 2015

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Leder 6 / Fetisch is a sweet, smoky leather scent, unisex by label, though most voters read it as masculine and place it in autumn and winter evenings. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters point to autumn and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Summer is rarely chosen. It opens with leathery notes and saffron blossom. In the heart, vanilla and milk pull it towards a creamy sweetness, while Japanese styrax and frankincense add a resinous, woody and spicy depth underneath. The leather accord sits over all of it, with smoke staying in the background.

Bois du Portugal

8.0

Creed · 1987

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Creed Bois du Portugal is a fresh, green and earthy fougère that balances citrus brightness with spice and wood, and it reads as a classic scent for men. It opens with lime, bergamot and lemon, with basil adding a green edge. In the heart, coriander, nutmeg, clove and lavender bring a spicy warmth. Vetiver, patchouli, cedarwood and sandalwood then dry down onto a woody, earthy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer trailing behind. It suits business, leisure and daily wear, and works for evenings too. Over half of voters call it masculine, and many find it classic. Giorgio Armani Eau pour Homme and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir have a close profile.

Intense Cedrat Boise

8.0

Mancera · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Mancera Intense Cedrat Boise is a unisex scent that opens with Sicilian citrus fruits, blackcurrant and spices, then moves into oud, sandalwood and leathery notes. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Most pick spring, with fall and summer close behind and winter trailing. Daily wear and leisure lead, with business and evening also suiting it. Most voters read it as masculine. It opens fresh, citrusy and fruity, with spices adding a sharper edge. The heart of jasmine, Indian sandalwood, Cambodian oud, patchouli and leathery notes builds a woody, smoky, leathery body. In the base, ambergris, vanilla, white musk and oakmoss sweeten and soften it. Creed Aventus and Mancera Cedrat Boise have a close profile.

Delphinus

8.1

Creed · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Creed Delphinus is a powdery, creamy unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand character against floral and woody tones, and it suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with frankincense, black pepper, pink pepper and almond, a spicy and slightly dry start. In the heart, orris butter, orchid and heliotrope push it toward a powdery, floral side. Bourbon vanilla and tonka bean carry the sweetness at the base, while amberwood, patchouli and leathery notes give it a woody, leathery footing. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most pick fall and winter, with summer well behind. It leans toward evenings and nights out, and leisure wear is common too. Masculine and feminine votes are almost level. Scentiments Delphin and Lalique Satine have a close profile.

Bleu de Chanel L'Exclusif

7.5

Chanel · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Boss Bottled Parfum

7.4

Hugo Boss · 2022

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Parfum is a woody scent for men that pairs a fresh, fruity opening with a spicy, smoky, leathery body. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer the least chosen season. It leans towards evenings and nights out, yet it also finds a place at work and in daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine. Mandarin orange and frankincense make the first impression fresh and lightly sweet. At the heart, orris concrete and fig tree root soften it. In the base, leathery notes and cedarwood take over, and the dry-down feels woody, smoky and leathery. Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Elixir and Azzaro Wanted by Night have a close profile.

Eau d'Ombré Leather

8.2

Tom Ford · 2024

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Tom Ford Eau d'Ombré Leather is a unisex scent with a sweet, spicy and woody character, marked by leathery and smoky facets. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and voters mostly read it as masculine and modern. The top notes of cardamom, coriander and ginger open spicy. The heart brings leathery notes, vanilla and saffron, and the base of cedarwood, sandalwood, tonka bean and amber settles into a warm, creamy, powdery woodiness.

Homme

8.1

Xerjoff · 2007

Citrus · Spicy · Woody

Xerjoff Homme is a men's fragrance in which citrus and spice meet smoky, woody notes of leather, vetiver and cedar. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and summer is the least chosen season. Evenings and nights out lead the occasions, and the character votes lean masculine and classic. It opens on bergamot, orange, mandarin and lemon, with ginger and tarragon adding spice. The heart brings clove, lavender and iris. The base of amber, Atlas cedar, sandalwood, vetiver, rose and leathery notes leaves a resinous, smoky, leathery trail.

Cherry Oud

7.1

Guerlain · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Guerlain Cherry Oud is a unisex scent that sets the sweetness of cherry against the smoky, woody weight of rose, oud and leathery notes. It wears strong and projects well. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with far fewer choosing it for daily wear or the office. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as genuinely in between. Cherry comes forward and gives the scent a fruity, sweet base. Turkish rose absolute and Bulgarian rose add a floral depth to that sweetness, while leathery notes and oud bring a spicy, oriental, smoky weight. French Avenue Elysian and Gucci Gucci Intense Oud have a close profile.

Rudis

7.8

Nobile 1942 · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nobile 1942 Rudis is a spicy, resinous and smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine and classic than feminine or modern. It opens with fruity notes, wine, bergamot and dried fruits in a sweet start. In the heart, rose, saffron and clove give a spicy, floral frame. The base of vetiver, patchouli, frankincense and leathery notes leaves a woody, smoky depth.

Oud Shamash

8.2

The Different Company · 2011

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Dubai - Oud

8.0

The Spirit of Dubai · 2015

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Oud is a spicy, woody and resinous unisex scent led by Indian oud, saffron and black pepper. It opens with black pepper, saffron and frankincense, while bergamot and lavender soften the edges a little. Rose, jasmine and myrrh come forward in the heart. Indian oud, vetiver, tobacco and vanilla settle at the base, leaving a smoky, leathery and earthy warmth. Longevity is very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it suits evenings and nights out best. It reads masculine, though it is made for anyone. Nabeel Dahn Al Oud Hindi and Nabeel Al Bashiq have a close profile.

Ambre Éternel

7.4

Guerlain · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Guerlain Ambre Éternel opens with coriander, cardamom and ambergris and settles into amber and leathery notes, a sweet, spicy unisex scent. Coriander and cardamom come first, spicy and dry, with ambergris softening the ground beneath them. In the heart, orange blossom absolute tempers the sweetness, and the base is dominated by amber, leathery and woody notes. The overall feel is oriental: powdery, resinous, lightly smoky and leathery. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and evening and night-out wear lean strongest. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Masculine and feminine votes are level, so it reads truly unisex. It has been discontinued.

G.

7.6

Nasengold · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nasengold G. is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer; it has been discontinued. It opens with grapefruit, lime, pink pepper and ginger, with sulfur alongside them in the top. In the heart, jasmine sambac, rose and orange blossom add a soft floral layer. The base of patchouli, cedarwood, vetiver, cocoa and leathery notes settles it onto a woody, leathery ground. Green and fruity tones run through the accords as well. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen occasions. Votes on character split closely between masculine and feminine, so it sits genuinely in between. Atkinsons Mint & Tonic and Hermès Concentré de Pamplemousse Rose have a close profile.

Cruz del Sur I

7.1

Xerjoff · 2017

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Xerjoff Cruz del Sur I is a spicy, resinous unisex scent that opens with rum and grapefruit and is weighed down by cinnamon, cumin and leather. Bergamot, grapefruit and rum give a bright but nearly sweet start. In the heart, dried fruits warm up with cinnamon and cumin, while cedarwood adds a woody frame. The base of myrrh, labdanum, leathery notes and castoreum pulls it toward a smoky, leathery, animalic character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out, rarely for daytime or the office. Though unisex, most voters read it as masculine. The Dua Brand Desire I and Amouage Overture Man have a close profile.

#S

7.5

Nasengold · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nasengold #S is a fresh, citrusy and floral unisex scent; it has been discontinued, but it still suits bright spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so the scent leans either way with ease. It opens with bergamot, lemon, grapefruit and cardamom for a fresh, spicy start. Tuberose and rose bring a floral warmth to the heart, while vetiver and oakmoss lay a green, woody base underneath. Fruity and sweet tones, along with a synthetic edge, soften the whole.

Maroquin

8.2

Annette Neuffer · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Annette Neuffer Maroquin is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent that opens with saffron, black pepper and bergamot and settles on frankincense, tobacco and leather. The opening carries saffron, black pepper and bergamot, pairing citrus with spice. In the heart, Somalian frankincense, Virginia tobacco and iris come forward; in the base, vanilla, benzoin, sandalwood and leathery notes give it a sweet, smoky and earthy footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure and nights out. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though feminine votes are close behind. Annette Neuffer Per Fumum: Ambra Luminosa and Amouage Interlude Man have a close profile.

Oud Khôl

6.8

Guerlain · 2022

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Guerlain Oud Khôl is a woody, smoky unisex fragrance that pairs oud and leathery notes with moss and praliné. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen more for evenings and nights out. It reads masculine to most, though it is classed as unisex. Oud and leathery notes dominate, with moss laying an earthy base. Aldehydes sharpen the edges a little, while praliné softens the spicy, resinous mood with a touch of sweetness. The synthetic, animal and oriental accords keep it dense and dark.

Les Indes Galantes

7.8

Parfums MDCI · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Parfums MDCI Les Indes Galantes is a sweet, gourmand and spicy women's fragrance, with a resinous, leathery warmth that suits cold seasons and evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions; summer is rarely chosen. Most see it as feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. Raspberry, almond, bergamot and orange open it with a fruity sweetness. Cinnamon, clove, coriander and geranium add spice in the heart. As it dries, benzoin, labdanum and frankincense build a resinous warmth, and Bourbon vanilla absolute and leathery notes settle it into a creamy, leathery base. Amouage Overture Woman and Penhaligon's Kensington Amber have a close profile.

MV Agusta

7.4

Xerjoff · 2020

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Xerjoff MV Agusta is a powdery, resinous and leathery unisex scent that suits evenings and the colder months. It has been discontinued. It opens with clove and Calabrian bergamot, spice with a bright edge. In the heart, frankincense, iris and ylang-ylang bring a floral, powdery, resinous softness. The base settles into cistus, patchouli, leathery notes, musk and tonka bean, which read woody, smoky and creamy. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and summer rarely. It leans towards evening, leisure and night-out wear. It reads more masculine than feminine, though some voters see it as feminine. Parah Parah Noir and Yves Saint Laurent 37 Rue de Bellechasse have a close profile.

Aquila Absolute

7.4

Electimuss · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Electimuss Aquila Absolute is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, floral opening over a leathery, woody and spicy base. Raspberry and Guatemala cardamom open it, so fruity freshness meets spice right away. Toward the heart, Turkish rose absolute and Egyptian geranium add a floral, green frame. In the base, leathery notes, labdanum, white oud and patchouli close it with an oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, while few choose summer. It leans toward evening, leisure and night-out wear. Voters most often call it masculine, though some find it feminine. Omanluxury Oud Aquilaria and Acqua di Parma Oud & Spice share a close profile.

F by Ferragamo pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme Eau de Toilette pairs a fresh opening of apple and lavender with black pepper, amber and leathery notes, a men's scent suited to daily and office wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with apple and lavender, reading fresh, citrusy, green and fruity. Black pepper adds a spicy edge in the heart, while amber, labdanum and leathery notes sweeten the base and settle it into a woody, leathery finish. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. It reads as masculine and modern. Baldessarini Signature and Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Vanilla Edesia

7.2

Electimuss · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Electimuss Vanilla Edesia is a sweet, woody unisex scent that sets vanilla inside a floral, spicy and resinous frame. The top is lit by pink pepper, mandarin orange and bergamot, while frankincense and bitter almond hint early at the sweetness. In the heart, ylang-ylang, Ceylonese cinnamon and cumin bring the spice forward. The base is led by Bourbon vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli, with leathery notes and white musk settling it into a creamy, faintly smoky ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest fall and winter, though spring is not far behind. It is picked mostly for evenings and nights out, and it also works for leisure time. Masculine and feminine votes run close, so it reads as truly unisex. Tom Ford Soleil Brûlant and Bon Parfumeur 301 Santal Ambre Cardamome have a close profile.