The Perfume Library

In Riviera

7.1

Perris Portofino · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Perris Portofino In Riviera opens with rosemary, salt and lemon blossom, a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent. The top notes are rosemary, salt and lemon blossom, giving a bright, lightly salty start. In the heart, thyme, sea breeze and everlasting flower pull it towards a spicy, herbal side, while the sweet accord stays in the background as a softener. Cedarwood and white woods settle it onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. Its seaside character suits warm days best. It has a close profile to Tom Ford Costa Azzurra and Carthusia A'mmare.

Acqua Attiva (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Collistar · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Collistar Acqua Attiva Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent, a light and breezy option for sport, leisure and workdays. Voters lean towards sport, leisure and business settings, with daily wear close behind and night outings far less favoured. Both longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a calm, close trail. It is marketed to men. The top notes of grapefruit, bergamot, lemon blossom and freesia give a bright, floral-citrus opening. Cardamom and eucalyptus in the heart add a cool, spicy edge. The base of vetiver, musk and oakmoss dries down woody, slightly earthy and powdery.

High Inspiration

6.0

Arts&Scents · 2015

Floral · Green · Fruity

Arts&Scents High Inspiration is a green, floral unisex scent built around wild herbs, lemon blossom and jasmine sambac. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is a loose guide. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine and can be worn by anyone. It opens with wild herbs and bamboo, which give a green freshness. In the heart, lemon blossom and jasmine sambac add a floral, slightly creamy note. The base of woodruff, Californian incense cedar and orris root settles it onto a woody, powdery footing, with fruity and sweet touches in between. Its profile is close to Bond No. 9 Central Park West and Sorce The Lovers.

Malibu Lemon Blossom (Perfume)

7.1

Pacifica · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pacifica Malibu Lemon Blossom is a fresh, citrusy and lightly sweet floral made for women, and it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base sequence. Lemon blossom and litsea cubeba lead with citrus, while angel's trumpet adds a soft floral touch. Sea breeze and herbs keep it green and airy, and the fruity, sweet undertones round off any sharpness. Voters find both longevity and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and fades quickly, though the number of votes is small. Its floral-citrus profile is close to Monotheme Boccioli di Limone and Comptoir Sud Pacifique Jardin Néroli.

Bahjah

8.2

Amouage

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Amouage Bahjah is a fresh, citrusy floral scent set on a woody base, sold as a men's perfume and now discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling a room. No season or occasion votes are available, so there is little more to say about when it suits. The top has lemon blossom and orange blossom, the heart ylang-ylang and ambergris, and the base sandalwood and lily of the valley. A fresh, citrusy, green opening gives way to a woody, oriental structure with a faint animal touch. Rabanne Mesh Metal and Zara Ylang Supreme have a close profile.

L'Eau Nirique

6.8

Stéphanie de Saint-Aignan

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Stéphanie de Saint-Aignan L'Eau Nirique is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that leans towards leisure and everyday wear. Jasmine and tuberose form the floral core, while coconut, banana and lemon blossom pull it towards a fruity, gourmand sweetness, and musk adds a powdery softness. Citrus and spice are lightly present, with woody and oriental tones staying in the background. Voters pick leisure and daytime use most, followed by the office, with some votes for evening and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. It has been discontinued. Chopard Cašmir and Boucheron Trouble have a close profile.

Hard to Get

8.3

Forvr Mood · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Forvr Mood Hard to Get is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that sets citrus against vanilla. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the vote count is small, so treat that as a rough impression. It reads as feminine. Lemon zest and lemon blossom open it bright and fresh. Jasmine and wild freesia soften the heart with a floral touch, and vanilla cream leaves a creamy, gourmand sweetness at the base. Poesie Perfume Kindness & Mischief and The Dua Brand Tart of Zesty Lemons have a close profile.

Stay

5.9

GAP · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

GAP Stay is a fresh, floral women's fragrance suited to daytime, leisure and the office; it has been discontinued. Voters pick it most often for daytime, leisure and business, and also find it fitting for sport. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. It reads as feminine. Fresh and citrus accords meet a floral, aquatic and slightly fruity character. It opens with green hydrangea, freesia and lemon blossom, then peony, lotus and bellflower take the heart. Musk, driftwood and amber soften the airy feel at the base.

Notting Hill (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Hugh Parsons · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Hugh Parsons Notting Hill Eau de Parfum is a masculine scent that builds a fresh opening of ginger, bergamot and lemon blossom over a heart of magnolia and marine notes. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. The votes behind these ratings are few, so treat them as a rough guide. No season or occasion votes are available, but its fresh, aquatic character points towards warmer days. Ginger, bergamot and lemon blossom open citrusy and lightly spicy. In the heart, magnolia and marine notes add a floral, green and aquatic feel. Patchouli and musk sweeten the base slightly and settle it on a woody ground. Lacoste Essential Sport and Sospiro Vibrato have a close profile.

Couture

5.1

Kylie Minogue · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Kylie Minogue Couture is a floral, fruity and sweet women's fragrance that opens on amarena cherry, lemon blossom and violet. It has been discontinued. The top is fresh and fruity, with amarena cherry, lemon blossom and violet side by side. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine and passion flower build a floral body. The base brings sweetness through vanilla sorbet, while white cedarwood and musk settle it onto a woody, powdery floor. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and gives off little. It reads as a feminine scent. The vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Its profile is close to La Rive Moon and Miro Miro Magic.

S'il Vous Play

7.7

Francesca Dell'Oro · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Francesca Dell'Oro S'il Vous Play is a perfume classed as masculine, with a floral and sweet character balanced by spice and wood. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable through the day without filling a room. Votes are few, so these ratings are only a rough guide. The top opens with nutmeg, Nepalese sichuan pepper and pink grapefruit, spice set against a fresh citrus. In the heart, amber, vanilla blossom and lemon blossom add a soft, sweet floral touch. Sandalwood, Betahydrane™ and Bourbon vetiver form a woody, powdery base.

11:11

8.4

FreeShape

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

FreeShape 11:11 is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens with bergamot, lime and ginger. Artemisia and guava sit alongside them in the top, so a fruity sweetness is balanced by a green, aquatic freshness. In the heart, aquatic notes, mint and cardamom lead, softened by night-blooming jasmine and lemon blossom. The base of orris root, vetiver, amber and musk with precious woods gives it a calm, woody footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters score longevity high, though the number of votes is small. Montblanc Starwalker (Eau de Toilette) and Aramis Aramis Always have a close profile.

Mon Ami

6.0

Gritti · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Gritti Mon Ami is a unisex perfume whose fresh, aquatic character is softened by the sweetness of coconut and fig. It opens with green notes, lemon blossom and monoï, a bright floral start. In the heart, sea breeze, coconut and fig come forward, bringing out the fruity and creamy side. Tonka bean, musk and sandalwood settle into a sweet, woody base in the dry-down. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. The accords carry a freshness close to summer heat, yet the sweet, gourmand side keeps it from reading as purely cool. It sits comfortably on men and women alike. Memoize Veritas and Dorin Figue Divine have a close profile.

True Star Men (Eau de Toilette)

8.2

Tommy Hilfiger · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Tommy Hilfiger True Star Men Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that opens with fresh pink grapefruit, lemon blossom and star anise, then turns sweet with leather and vanilla. The opening is citrusy and fresh, with pink grapefruit and lemon blossom; freesia adds a soft floral touch and star anise a spicy one. In the heart, orris root brings a powdery veil. The base of leather, vanilla, sandalwood and saffron settles into a sweet, woody and leathery finish, with a synthetic edge among the accords. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the votes are few, so these ratings are tentative. The balance of fresh and sweet keeps it close to everyday wear. It has been discontinued. Dolce & Gabbana 18 La Lune and Jennifer Lopez Still (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Beach Flower (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

Arts&Scents · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Arts&Scents Beach Flower Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs coconut milk, lemon blossom and frangipani in a fresh, sweet, seaside mood. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the vote count is small, so treat this as a first impression rather than a firm verdict. No season or occasion votes are in, but the fresh, sweet accords suggest warm, light days. It suits men and women alike. It opens with the creamy sweetness of coconut milk. Toward the heart, lemon blossom and frangipani turn it floral and citrusy. The base of aquatic notes, coconut ice cream and palm leaf dries down aquatic and gourmand. Beach Flowers Extrait de Parfum and Coco Tango have a close profile.

L'Amour Fou L'Elixir

7.6

Emanuel Ungaro · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Emanuel Ungaro L'Amour Fou L'Elixir is a feminine perfume that concentrates a floral and fruity character into something sweet, powdery and lightly spiced; it has been discontinued. It opens with ginger and pear sorbet, where fruity freshness meets a gentle spicy warmth. Jasmine and lemon blossom carry the floral heart. In the base, cashmeran and vanilla settle it into a woody, resinous, oriental sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though with few votes these ratings are tentative. Its sweet, powdery build reads clearly feminine. Lolita Lempicka Eau de Minuit 2012 and Lancôme Hypnôse (Eau de Parfum) share a close profile.

Daphne Meli

8.1

Zanini · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zanini Daphne Meli is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green character, where citrus and white flowers lead. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. The sample of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It reads comfortably on both men and women. Several lemons, yuzu and Asian pomelo form the fresh side, while jasmine and lemon blossom add a floral softness. Honey and beeswax keep the sweetness light, and fir resin and laurel bring a green, resinous tone. Sheep's wool absolute leaves a faintly animal undertone. Chypre and spicy accords hold it all on a dry line.

Samara

7.8

Gather Perfume · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Gather Perfume Samara is a fresh scent for women that sets the smell of rain and soil against cool citrus and green notes. The notes read as a single whole: the rain accord and soil set the ground, while melon rind adds a light fruity freshness. Lemon vervain, kaffir lime leaf and lemon blossom bring the citrus forward, and elm seed and violet leaf strengthen the green side. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though with few votes these ratings are tentative. Without season or occasion votes there is little to say about when to wear it, but its fresh, earthy profile suggests a calm everyday scent. Yves Rocher Fraîcheur Végétale de… Verveine and Chloé Verbena have a close profile.

True Star Gold

4.8

Tommy Hilfiger · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tommy Hilfiger True Star Gold is a women's perfume that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a floral, fruity and creamy sweetness; it has been discontinued. The top notes bring citrus fruits, currant, kiwi and melon, so the scent starts out fresh and juicy. In the heart, lily, pumpkin and lemon blossom build the floral side. The base turns sweeter with milk, honey and raspberry, giving it a soft, creamy finish, while juniper and tulip stay in the background. A synthetic edge also runs through the accords. Xerjoff Erba Gold and Gritti Siracusa have a close note and accord profile.

Color Feeling - Yellow

6.8

Brocard · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Brocard Color Feeling - Yellow is a fresh, citrusy women's perfume led by jasmine, freesia and lemon blossom. Orange and lemon blossom give it a bright citrus lift, while jasmine, freesia and narcissus build the floral core. Oakmoss, cedar and ambergris sit beneath the flowers as a woody, lightly spicy base. Vanilla, tonka bean and musk soften everything and add a powdery warmth. The notes aren't split into layers, so it reads as one fresh, floral, powdery whole. Tauer Perfumes Nexin and Elizabeth Grant Natural have a close profile.

Rock The Rainbow - Palm Trees Please

7.5

Juicy Couture · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Juicy Couture Rock The Rainbow - Palm Trees Please is a fresh, fruity and floral women's fragrance, led by lemon blossom, matcha and nectarine. It opens bright, green and juicy with lemon blossom, matcha, nectarine and blackcurrant. In the heart, ylang-ylang and jasmine sambac carry the floral side while ivy and leaves keep the green note going. The base of cistus, musk, sandalwood and angelica softens it, and the citrus and sweet accords keep the whole scent light and airy. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It has a light, youthful, easygoing character. Novellista Crazy Rich and Jeanne en Provence Grenade Pétillante share a close profile.

White

6.0

Mozaick · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Mozaick White is a fresh, citrusy and green women's fragrance with a clean, bright character. It opens with lemon blossom, bergamot and mandarin orange, a sparkling citrus start. In the heart, green tea and blackcurrant cool things down while citrus fruits keep the fruity side going. Galbanum and petitgrain carry the green thread into the base, where musk and sandalwood soften the scent and add a light woody floor. Spicy and synthetic touches sit among the accords, adding to its crisp, smooth feel. Sapil Albi and Bibliothèque de Parfum Icy Wave have a close profile.

Cocktail Edition for Her

7.6

Pepe Jeans · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Pepe Jeans Cocktail Edition for Her is a light gourmand fragrance for women, pairing citrus and fruity sweetness with a floral heart. It opens with red fruits, pineapple sorbet and blackcurrant, so the first impression is bright and sugary. In the heart, tiaré, lemon blossom and jasmine lay a soft floral layer over the fruit. Musk, amber and sandalwood in the base settle the sweetness onto a warm, smooth footing. Longevity is rated moderate, though only a few voters have weighed in. It is described as a women's fragrance. Escada Moon Sparkle and Reinvēnted Ethereal Soul have a close profile.

Livet Vatten

6.2

Pana Dora · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pana Dora Livet Vatten is a unisex fragrance that ties a fresh opening of bitter orange, bergamot and lemon blossom to a woody base of vetiver and sandalwood. The top notes of bitter orange, bergamot, lemon blossom and artemisia give a citrusy, green and airy start. In the heart come blackcurrant and algae, while the base of vetiver, sandalwood, oak, white musk and tuberose settles the scent into a woody, creamy footing. The overall impression is fresh and floral, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Livet Vatten has been discontinued. Atkinsons Tulipe Noire and Lattafa Pride Breeze have a close profile.