The Perfume Library

Mandorlo di Sicilia

7.6

Acqua di Parma · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Acqua di Parma Mandorlo di Sicilia is a fresh, sweet unisex scent built on green almond, orange and bergamot, softened by star anise and ylang-ylang. It wears at moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage, so it stays present without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind, and it suits leisure and daytime wear best. Voters lean towards reading it as feminine. It opens with citrus, orange and bergamot for freshness, while star anise adds a light spice. The heart turns to green almond and ylang-ylang, and the scent settles into a powdery, creamy sweetness. Tolu balm, musk, cedar and vanilla carry that soft gourmand line through the base. Its profile is close to Prada Infusion d'Amande and Sarawen Chocolat à l'Orange.

Rosso Pompei

8.1

Tiziana Terenzi · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiziana Terenzi Rosso Pompei is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. It suits leisure and daytime wear and is also chosen for a night out. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share call it feminine, so it sits somewhere in between. It opens with Italian lemon, pink grapefruit and Amalfi grape, a bright, fruity start. In the heart, Mexican tuberose and magnolia add a floral softness wrapped in ambergris. The base of patchouli, Lebanon cedar and Indian sandalwood settles it onto a woody, lightly sweet footing.

Éclat d'Arpège (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Lanvin · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Lanvin Éclat d'Arpège Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral women's scent that suits spring and summer days and easy everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen settings. Longevity and sillage are moderate: light, but not faint. More than half of voters read it as feminine. It opens with green lilac and Sicilian lemon leaf, then moves into peach blossom, wisteria, green tea and red peony at the heart. Lebanon cedar, white musk and amber soften the base. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and green, with fruity, sweet and powdery touches behind. Guerlain Cherry Blossom and Chloé Roses de Chloé have a close profile.

Lillipur

7.6

Tiziana Terenzi · 2013

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Tiziana Terenzi Lillipur is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. It opens with lemon and star anise over Omani frankincense and Roman wormwood, a spicy, resinous start. The heart brings Ceylonese cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, thyme and galbanum forward. It dries down to patchouli, benzoin and amber on a sweet, earthy, smoky base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions; summer is the least chosen season. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads fairly evenly between the two. Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum) and Atelier des Ors Larmes du Désert have a close profile.

One Man Show (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Jacques Bogart · 1980

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Jacques Bogart One Man Show Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning men's fragrance that sets the green freshness of grapefruit, bergamot and galbanum against woody, resinous cedar, patchouli and cistus. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Most voters call it masculine and classic, so it reads as a men's scent. It opens green and fresh with grapefruit, bergamot, basil and galbanum, softened by ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose. In the heart, Lebanon cedar, patchouli, sandalwood and nutmeg build a woody, spicy body. The base of cistus and labdanum leaves a resinous, smoky warmth. Van Cleef & Arpels Pour Homme and Puig Quorum have a close profile.

Delox (Extrait de Parfum)

7.6

Tiziana Terenzi · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Extrait de Parfum

Tiziana Terenzi Delox Extrait de Parfum is a floral, sweet gourmand with a powdery, creamy and spicy side, suited mostly to autumn and winter evenings. It begins with white hyacinth, iris and coffee, where the floral side is deepened by the dark tone of the coffee. In the heart, vanilla, Turkish rose and opoponax turn it sweeter and creamier. The base of Lebanon cedar, acacia honey and amber adds a woody, oriental warmth, softened by white musk and powdery notes. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, then spring, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Though it is sold as unisex, voters read it as most feminine. Perfumes with a close profile include MAD Parfumeur By Bruno Detox and LPDO Superbe Café.

Versace Woman

7.0

Versace · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Versace Woman is a fresh, floral women's fragrance softened by sweet, fruity and powdery touches; it has been discontinued, and it suits spring and summer days, daytime wear and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick spring and summer, everyday wear and work. Most find it feminine, while some call it modern or classic. It opens with frangipani, bergamot, jasmine and wild rose for a floral freshness. In the heart, lotus, plum and raspberry add a fruity sweetness, with Lebanon cedar laying a woody floor. It dries down on ambergris, musk and hinoki wood, with a synthetic, powdery sheen running through it.

Oud

7.9

John Varvatos · 2014

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

John Varvatos Oud is a spicy, smoky men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out are the occasions it suits best. Most see it as masculine, with a classic side too. It opens dry and slightly green with juniper berry, tobacco and clary sage. In the heart, clove, cinnamon, saffron and cardamom bring the spice, softened by rose and jasmine. The base of oud, myrrh, frankincense, black leather and amber settles into a sweet, resinous, woody warmth. The smoky, leathery edge stays present throughout.

O/E

7.5

Bogue · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bogue O/E is a fresh, green men's fragrance that suits spring and autumn and relaxed, leisure hours. As a whole it reads citrusy, resinous and woody: lemon, bergamot and grapefruit alongside juniper, pine, cypress, rosemary and thyme. Jasmine and neroli add a soft floral edge, while sandalwood and benzoin give it a warm, balsamic depth. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, then summer, and it is chosen mostly for leisure, then business. Voters call it mostly masculine and classic. Its profile is close to Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza and Mazzolari Vetiver.

Noble Potion

7.1

The Merchant Of Venice · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The Merchant Of Venice Noble Potion is a floral, fruity and spicy women's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while summer gets very few votes. It suits evenings and nights out best, and works for leisure and daily wear too. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate; most voters read it as feminine. The top is nectarine, violet, apple blossom and Sicilian bergamot, a floral-fruity opening. In the heart, jasmine and orange blossom meet cinnamon, cardamom and clove, which adds a spicy warmth. The base of vanilla, musk absolue, sandalwood and Lebanon cedar leaves a sweet, powdery, woody trail. Escada Margaretha Ley and Laura Biagiotti Venezia have a close profile.

Cashmere Twill

7.1

Acqua di Biella · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Biella Cashmere Twill is a fresh, softly spiced unisex scent that pairs a bright bergamot and lemon opening with cardamom and star anise; it has been discontinued. The top opens with wool, bergamot, raspberry leaf and lemon, fresh and lightly fruity. In the heart, cardamom and star anise add spice, while water iris and star magnolia turn it floral and powdery. Vetiver, Lebanon cedar and white moss form a quiet, woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than announcing itself. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear and the office leading the occasions. Votes lean feminine, though it reads comfortably as unisex.

Rosa di Filare / Kimono Rose

7.4

Bois 1920 · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bois 1920 Rosa di Filare / Kimono Rose pairs Bulgarian rose and Turkish rose absolute with the brightness of bergamot and lychee, making a fresh, floral women's fragrance. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business come up most often as occasions. It reads mostly feminine, with some voters finding it modern or classic. It opens fruity and lively with bergamot, Chinese mandarin orange, blackcurrant and lychee. The heart turns green and powdery through rose, lily of the valley and bamboo blossom. The base of patchouli, iris, amber and Lebanon cedar adds a woody, slightly sweet footing. Guerlain Rose Barbare and Chloé Chloé (2008) (Parfum) have a close profile.

Leo

7.3

Tiziana Terenzi · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiziana Terenzi Leo is a unisex perfume that sets a fresh citrus opening against a floral, sweet body, with a woody, powdery finish that suits spring and summer days. It opens with kumquat, mandarin orange, bergamot and orange, then turns floral at the heart with rose, jasmine sambac and magnolia. In the base, sandalwood, cedar and tonka bean sweeten it and settle it into a creamy, woody ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with evening and business also getting votes. It reads more feminine than masculine, though a good share of voters call it masculine. Tiziana Terenzi Libra and Yves Saint Laurent Libre (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Comme 3

7.5

Comme des Garçons · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Comme des Garçons Comme 3 is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green and spicy character, backed by a light earthy and woody base that suits everyday wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business settings. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, which puts it somewhere in between. Mandarin orange, cardamom and basil bring the freshness, while guinea pepper and red pepper add a dry warmth. Jasmine sambac and magnolia leaf soften the floral side, and patchouli, Java vetiver, sandalwood and cedar give it a woody, earthy footing.

The Infidels

7.3

Agonist · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Agonist The Infidels is a unisex scent that most voters place in fall and winter evenings, sitting as easily on men as on women; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is picked less often for daytime or the office. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens with clove, pink pepper and Sicilian lemon, a spicy brightness. The heart brings opoponax, myrrh, several jasmines and roses into a floral, resinous body. In the base, Bourbon vanilla, amber, sandalwood and patchouli settle the scent into a sweet, woody, slightly smoky warmth.

Scheherazade

7.3

Bortnikoff · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bortnikoff Scheherazade is a unisex scent that most voters place in autumn and spring, for evenings and leisure time, pairing fresh citrus with a sweet, fruity and woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Autumn gets the most votes, followed by spring, and evening, leisure and night-out wear lead the occasions. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. It opens with bergamot, red mandarin orange and blackcurrant absolute, bright and fruity. Pepper and apricot absolute add spice and sweetness in the heart. Malayan oud, Lebanon cedar and Indian sandalwood settle it onto a woody base. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Lily Beach

7.4

Jacques Zolty · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Jacques Zolty Lily Beach is a fresh, green women's fragrance that sets a heart of lily against cardamom, carnation and ivy. It opens with cardamom, carnation and ivy, which give it a spicy, green first impression. Lily takes over the floral heart, while the aquatic accord keeps the whole thing light and airy. Musk and Lebanon cedar soften it at the base and settle it onto a gently woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure time and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, with a modern streak.

Cabiria

8.0

Tiziana Terenzi · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Tiziana Terenzi Cabiria is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green, fruity start with a floral, creamy sweetness. Longevity is strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It suits leisure, evenings and nights out, and works for daytime and the office too. Voters read it as more feminine. It opens cool with mint, grass, green apple, Italian pear and Sicilian melon. Bulgarian rose absolute, jasmine sambac and heliotrope bring a soft floral heart. Musk, Haitian vanilla, Tuscan birch and Lebanon cedar settle into a creamy, sweet base.

L'Etrog

6.9

Arquiste · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Arquiste L'Etrog is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens on Calabrian citron, Sicilian lemon and myrtle, with jasmine and date in the heart. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and wears quietly. Most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards daily wear, leisure time and the office. More voters read it as masculine, though a good number find it feminine. The opening is bright citrus from citron, lemon and bergamot, with myrtle adding a green edge. In the heart, jasmine, pistachio tree resin and Turkish date soften the florals with a fruity sweetness. The base settles on Lebanon cedar, vetiver and patchouli, a woody, lightly spicy footing.

Cedar Malaki

8.0

Chopard · 2023

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Chopard Cedar Malaki is a woody, spicy men's fragrance built around several kinds of cedar and cypress, and it suits fall and winter evenings. It opens fresh and green with grapefruit, cardamom and lavender, while cypress and sage add a dry, leafy edge. The heart is a woody core of Lebanon cedar, Virginia cedar, Atlas cedar and Nootka cypress. In the base, labdanum, tonka bean and cypriol turn it resinous, smoky and slightly leathery, with a sweet undertone. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is worn for evenings, leisure and nights out. It reads masculine and classic. Carolina Herrera CH Men Privé and Cerruti 1881 Signature have a close profile.

Arsenico

7.5

V Canto · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

V Canto Arsenico is a unisex fragrance that pairs the fruity freshness of red currant, apple and bergamot with the sweet, resinous warmth of tonka bean and benzoin. It opens with red currant, apple, bergamot and pineapple, fruity and slightly green. At the heart, jasmine, birch, Lebanon cedar and patchouli bring out the woody and floral side, while tonka bean and benzoin add sweetness. The base of ambergris, musk and moss leaves a light, clean trail. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, then at the office, with fewer votes for evening and night. With sweetness and freshness in balance, it sits comfortably on men and women alike. Venti4 Roda and Grossmith Sylvan Song have a close profile.

Route 66 (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

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. Roja Parfums Apex and Grès Cabaret Homme have a close profile.

Kenzo Jungle Homme

7.7

Kenzo

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Kenzo Jungle Homme is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a spicy, woody base, and it suits spring and autumn days best. Lime and maté open with a bright freshness, softened by balsamic notes. In the heart, nutmeg and ambrette seed add a spicy warmth, and the base of gaiac wood, Lebanon cedar, Atlas cedar and Siam benzoin settles into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn, spring and summer, with winter trailing. Daily wear and leisure lead, and it also finds a place at the office. Kenzo Jungle pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Puig Quorum Silver (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Vanessa Bruno - L'Eau

7.7

Biotherm · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Biotherm Vanessa Bruno - L'Eau is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built on blood orange, blackcurrant and rose; it has been discontinued. It opens with blood orange, blackcurrant and mandarin orange, giving a citrusy, fruity freshness. Bulgarian rose, Bourbon rose and lily of the valley lead the heart, and Lebanon cedar, amber and musk close it with a sweet, powdery softness. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Its character is mostly seen as feminine. Perfumes with a close profile include Dior Miss Dior (2013) (Eau de Toilette) and Cacharel Amor Amor (Eau de Toilette).