The Perfume Library

Electric Wood (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Room 1015 · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Room 1015 Electric Wood Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, spicy opening of nutmeg, sage and lemon with a woody heart of cedarwood and oak wood. Lemon and nutmeg lead at the start, with sage adding a spicy, faintly herbal edge. In the heart, cedarwood and oak wood give the scent a woody frame. The base of ambroxan, iris and musk softens it into something powdery, lightly sweet and a little synthetic. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters lean towards autumn and spring, and name leisure, daily wear and the office as the settings that suit it. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though a good share read it as feminine.

Greymist / Herringbone

7.5

Pineward · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Pineward Greymist / Herringbone is a fresh, resinous unisex scent that suits spring and relaxed daytime wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer not far behind. Leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, while office and evening get a fair share too. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it doesn't lean hard either way. As a whole it reads citrusy and green, with lemon carrying the freshness. Noble fir and Scots pine add a resinous, forest-like depth, and vetiver strengthens the woody side. Blond tobacco and ambrette bring a sweet, slightly spicy softness that balances the cool, green character.

Nature Insolente

7.5

Maison Matine · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Matine Nature Insolente is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, with green and fruity touches keeping it light. It opens with orange, lemon and bergamot in a bright citrus layer. Mint, honeydew melon and lily of the valley follow in the heart, adding a floral, green and gently sweet freshness. Cedarwood, musk and vetiver settle it onto a soft woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and office wear, with few choosing it for evenings. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together.

Wood Haven

7.5

Kerosene · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Kerosene Wood Haven is a unisex fragrance that suits spring and autumn days best, easy to wear in leisure time and through the day; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair following too and winter gets the smallest share. Leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with business a solid third. The largest share of voters finds it masculine, yet a good number read it as feminine. The scent is fresh, citrusy and green. Lemon, grapefruit and bergamot give it a bright fruity edge, while black pepper, pink pepper and ginger add a spicy bite. Cedar, gaiac wood and vetiver build a woody, slightly smoky and resinous base, and juniper leaf deepens the green tone.

Cologne One

7.5

Escentric Molecules · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Escentric Molecules Cologne One is a fresh unisex cologne built on citrus and green notes, best suited to spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, which makes it an easy daytime scent for leisure, the office or sport. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter trails far behind. It leans masculine in the votes, though a fair share also call it feminine or modern. The top is bergamot, mandarin orange, lemon and ginger, with cucumber and juniper berry adding a green edge. Iris and rose soften the heart with a light sweetness, and ISO-E-Super, musk and ambroxan settle into a woody, synthetic base.

Eau de Rochas Fraîche

7.5

Rochas · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rochas Eau de Rochas Fraîche is a light women's fragrance that opens with lemon and bergamot, softens into iris and white blossoms, and rests on oakmoss and musk. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps quiet. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily, leisure and office wear lead the occasions. Most find it feminine, though some see it as classic or modern. Lemon and bergamot give a bright citrus start. Iris and white blossoms then turn it floral and powdery. Oakmoss and musk leave a soft, green, woody trail, with a faint spicy touch in the background.

Malachitgrau

7.5

Grauton Parfums · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Grauton Parfums Malachitgrau is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent that turns spicy and earthy as it moves into woods; it has been discontinued. Bergamot, mandarin orange, bitter orange and lemon give it a bright citrus opening, with pink pepper adding a light spice. In the heart, orris root, cardamom and Texas cedar come forward. The base of vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss grounds it in a dry, earthy finish, softened by musk and ambergris. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine. Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Vétiver Extraordinaire and Daniel Josier Vetiver / Golden Vetiver have a close profile.

Kingdom (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Alexander McQueen · 2003

Floral · Green · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Alexander McQueen Kingdom Eau de Parfum is a floral, green chypre-leaning women's scent with a spicy, earthy depth; it has been discontinued. It opens with a fresh citrus layer of orange, mandarin orange, bergamot and mint. Toward the heart, jasmine and rose come forward, while rhubarb and ginger add a spicy, green edge. In the base, musk, amber and oakmoss settle the scent onto a powdery, earthy footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans toward evenings and nights out. Most read it as feminine. Molinard Chypre d'Orient and Gianfranco Ferré Gianfranco Ferré (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Nùr Eau Fine (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

soOud · 2010

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

soOud Nùr Eau Fine Eau de Parfum pairs chamomile, cedar and Russian leather in a powdery scent that balances floral and leathery sides, made for women. Chamomile and lemon give it a light, fresh start, while apricot adds a fruity sweetness. Russian leather and cedar settle that sweetness onto a woody, smoky base, and Bourbon vanilla brings a powdery, resinous softness. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine. Jacques Zolty Sparkling Sand and Kemi Luna have a close profile.

Black V

7.5

Widian · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Widian Black V is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent, with peach, lemon and cinnamon up top and vanilla and caramel underneath. Peach and lemon open with a fruity brightness, while cinnamon adds spicy warmth. In the heart, orange blossom and tuberose bring a soft floral note. The base of vanilla and caramel turns creamy, powdery and oriental, with cedar keeping it slightly dry. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, and it suits evenings and nights out best, though it also works for leisure. It reads more feminine than masculine. The Merchant Of Venice La Fenice pour Femme and Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Le Parfum have a close profile.

Custo Man

7.5

Custo Barcelona · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Custo Barcelona Custo Man is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance in which citrus and flowers meet on a green, lightly sweet base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, nights out and daily wear. Most voters find it masculine and modern. It opens with neroli, juniper, bergamot and lemon for a fresh, citrusy start. The heart of vervain, black pepper and orange blossom adds a floral, spicy turn. In the base, musk, benzoin, tonka bean and cistus settle it into a powdery, sweet warmth. Kilian Prelude to Love Invitation (Perfume) and Caron Pour Un Homme de Caron Sport have a close profile.

Ego Stratis

6.5

Juliette Has A Gun · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Juliette Has A Gun Ego Stratis is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange, bright and sharp. In the heart, blueberry, neroli and calone mix a fruity sweetness with an aquatic coolness. The base of cedar, ambroxan and musk settles it onto a soft, clean footing, and the overall impression is fresh with a synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and recommend it for daily wear, leisure and the office. Votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine, so it leans to neither side. Armaf Club de Nuit Milestone (Eau de Parfum) and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme Eau Intense have a close profile.

Armani Code Ice

7.0

Giorgio Armani · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Giorgio Armani Armani Code Ice is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days at work or in daily wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. Business, daily and leisure wear lead the occasions, and most see it as masculine and modern in character. The top opens with mint, lemon and ginger, cool and lightly spiced. Geranium and lavender in the heart soften that, and woody notes carry the base. The overall impression is fresh and citrusy, with a touch of fruit and spice. Lacoste Challenge (Eau de Toilette) and Carven L'Eau Intense (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Jasmin di Giava

7.0

Tesori d'Oriente

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Tesori d'Oriente Jasmin di Giava is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity side with a sweet, gourmand base. The top is citrus: lemon, bergamot, orange and mandarin orange. The heart brings jasmine, lily of the valley, peach and passion fruit alongside red fruits. Chocolate, caramel, vanilla and amber sweeten the base, while patchouli adds a woody trace. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards night-out and evening wear. About half of voters read it as feminine. Mugler Angel (Eau de Parfum) and Mugler La Rose Angel have a close profile.

Romeo on the Rocks / Grey

7.0

Philly & Phill · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Philly & Phill Romeo on the Rocks / Grey is a unisex scent that opens with the fresh, green citrus of bergamot, galbanum and lemon and settles into a powdery, woody character. The top is built from bergamot, galbanum, bergamot pear and lemon, giving a bright, slightly fruity start. In the heart, sandalwood, magnolia and cedarwood soften that freshness, and the base of musk and moss closes it with a powdery, faintly sweet and spicy woodiness. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading and office use close behind. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters split between calling it masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably in between.

Eleganza Luminosa

7.0

Linari · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Linari Eleganza Luminosa is a fresh, floral women's perfume that pairs a bright opening of lemon, bergamot and orange with green leaves. Citrus and green leaves lead the top, while lily of the valley, iris, jasmine, rose and freesia form a floral heart. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, amber, cedarwood and white musk sweetens the scent slightly and settles it on a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and reads feminine and modern. Lanvin Rumeur 2 Rose and Mexx Mexx Woman (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Bijou Romantique

7.5

Etat Libre d'Orange · 2012

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Etat Libre d'Orange Bijou Romantique is a women's fragrance built around ylang-ylang, benzoin and coconut, mixing citrus, floral and sweet tones. It has been discontinued. Lemon and bergamot give it a bright citrus edge, while ylang-ylang and iris form the floral core. Benzoin and tonka bean turn this into a warm, sweet, gourmand and resinous scent, with powdery and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and leisure wear, and is mostly seen as feminine and classic.

Bang Bang

6.5

Marc Jacobs · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Marc Jacobs Bang Bang is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with sweet and spicy touches over a woody base, and it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer not far behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with fewer choosing it for nights out. Voters mostly find it masculine and modern. The top notes are cardamom, lemon and fennel, giving a bright, spicy and lightly sweet opening. Sandalwood in the heart carries it onto a woody footing, and musk in the base softens it. A synthetic edge runs through the accords. Comme des Garçons Artek - Standard and Maison Crivelli Santal Volcanique have a close profile.

Eau du Levant

8.0

Créateur Mare · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Créateur Mare Eau du Levant is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent led by citrus and green notes, and it leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon and bergamot for a bright citrus start, with basil adding a green edge. Jasmine, osmanthus and iris bring a soft floral heart. Ambergris, labdanum and vetiver settle the scent on a woody, resinous base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits leisure, work and daily wear. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though many voters see it as feminine too. Argos Neptune's Trident and Roja Parfums Oceania (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Vers Le Sud

6.5

Jacques Fath · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacques Fath Vers Le Sud is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with green notes, lemon and lavender; in the heart fig leaf, violet, floral and marine notes keep it cool. The base settles on woody notes, musk and oakmoss, giving a soft, dry finish. Aquatic and green accords mix with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits between the two. Hermès Voyage d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) and Zarkoperfume Inception have a close profile.

Boris Becker (Eau de Parfum)

1.0

LR · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

LR Boris Becker Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that opens on mandarin orange, orange and lemon, moves through lavender and thyme, and settles into patchouli and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, and it is chosen for leisure, sport and business. It reads masculine and modern. The citrus notes lead, then marine notes, lavender and thyme form a green, spicy and fresh heart. Patchouli and sandalwood leave a woody base, and chypre is among its accords. Geoffrey Beene Eau de Grey Flannel (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Bleue have a close profile.

Ananda - Black

7.5

M. Micallef · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

M. Micallef Ananda - Black is a sweet, powdery floral for women that opens on lemon, plum and bitter orange before settling into neroli, ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose; it has been discontinued. The opening pairs citrus with fruity plum. In the heart, white flowers lead, and benzoin, vanilla and white musk then sweeten the scent into a powdery, lightly spicy oriental base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, and it suits nights out and evenings best. Most see it as feminine and classic.

Stockholm 1978

7.5

Vilhelm Parfumerie · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Vilhelm Parfumerie Stockholm 1978 opens on black pepper, almond and lemon, a fresh, green and spicy unisex scent that suits spring and autumn and easygoing daytime wear. The first impression pairs the bite of black pepper with soft almond and bright lemon. In the heart, geranium and rosemary add a floral, green note. The base of black amber, moss and patchouli settles into a woody, powdery and creamy finish, and the sweetness never takes over. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with winter the least chosen season. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Voters read it as masculine more often than feminine, though a fair share call it feminine, so it sits fairly evenly between the two. Parfums de Marly Darley and Thameen Patiala have a close profile.

Sumatra Rain (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Mülhens · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Mülhens Sumatra Rain Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that opens with petitgrain, lavender and bergamot in a fresh, citrusy, green-aquatic style; it has been discontinued, and it leans toward spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading and office use close behind. Most voters call it masculine, while others see it as modern or classic. The top of petitgrain, lavender, galbanum, lemon and bergamot feels crisp and green. Cyclamen, jasmine, rose and orange blossom then add a soft floral heart. In the base, tonka bean, cedar and amber sweeten it slightly and settle it onto a woody foundation.