The Perfume Library

By Night (Black)

7.3

Profumi del Forte · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Profumi del Forte By Night (Black) is a fresh, citrusy and green masculine scent, deepened by spice, wood and resin. Mandarin orange, orange and lime give it a bright citrus feel, while juniper, basil and lavender keep it green and spicy. Jasmine adds a soft floral touch, and cedar, cypress and frankincense build a woody, resinous, slightly smoky backdrop. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Most voters call its character masculine.

Antartic (1990) (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Yves Rocher · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Yves Rocher Antartic is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance with spicy and woody touches; it has been discontinued. Lime and juniper berry lead in Antartic, while white thyme and absinth add a cool, slightly bitter spiciness. Amber stays in the background and gives the scent a woody base. There is a synthetic edge among the accords, and the overall impression is clean and airy. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office; few choose it for evenings. Most voters read it as masculine.

Sicilian Limes

7.3

Shay & Blue · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Shay & Blue Sicilian Limes is a fresh, citrus-led scent with a light salty edge, suited to warm days and everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it fits daily, leisure and office wear best. It leans masculine in the votes but also draws feminine ones, so it reads as a true unisex. It opens with lime, citrus notes, margarita and sea salt, giving an aquatic, green freshness. Rosemary adds a lightly spicy herbal touch in the heart, and moss and cedarwood settle the scent onto a woody base. Birkholz Corsica - Baiser de la Mer and L'Occitane Bois Flotté have a close profile.

Monsoon Tea

7.2

d'Annam · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

d'Annam Monsoon Tea is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that opens with lime, bergamot and petitgrain and keeps its cool through green tea and vetiver. Monsoon Tea is a light wearer: longevity is moderate and sillage weak. Most voters pick it for daily wear, followed by leisure, with sport and business also among the common choices. Its close-to-skin character suits quiet, relaxed settings. The top opens citrusy and green with lime, bergamot and petitgrain. In the heart, green tea and lily of the valley soften that brightness. Vetiver, musk and amber settle underneath and dry it down gently without weighing it down. The aquatic and green accords run quietly through the whole scent.

Kigriz (2026)

7.9

Lubin · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lubin Kigriz (2026) pairs a fresh, green opening of litsea cubeba, bergamot and lime with a soft base of white musk and ambergris, and is made for women. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays present without filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads mostly feminine, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. The citrus top notes give a fresh, green start. In the heart, chestnut blossom, lemon thyme and maté turn that freshness floral and lightly spicy. In the base, white musk, ambergris and tonka bean sweeten it and close on a creamy softness.

Sentiment pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Escada · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Escada Sentiment pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, masculine scent that balances citrus and fruit with spice and wood; it has been discontinued. It opens with lime and juniper berry, which give it a fresh, lightly fruity feel. Nutmeg, pink pepper and pimento bring spice through the heart, and vetiver, cedar and sandalwood settle it onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with a place at the office too. Close to half of voters read it as masculine. Sospiro Basso and Creed Aventus Cologne have a close profile.

Series 6: Synthetic - Soda

7.1

Comme des Garçons · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Comme des Garçons Series 6: Synthetic - Soda is a unisex fragrance that smells fresh and citrusy, with a synthetic, fizzy-drink feel. Lime and ginger lead, with a little pepper adding spice. Aquatic and fruity touches soften the mix, so it reads light, crisp and slightly sharp rather than heavy. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring; daily wear and leisure lead, with sport and office also in the mix. Votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably in between. Douglas Energising Ginger & Lime and Azzaro Wanted Tonic have a close profile.

Midnight Spirit

6.9

Olibere · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Olibere Midnight Spirit is a unisex scent that sets cardamom, grapefruit and red wine liqueur against vetiver and labdanum, moving between fresh and smoky. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it is worn mainly for leisure and business. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though a fair share see it as feminine. The top is bright and green, with cardamom, grapefruit, lemon and tarragon. Red wine liqueur and oud move into the heart, adding a sweet, smoky body. The base rests on woody, resinous vetiver, Virginia cedar and labdanum, softened by hay and violet leaf.

Yellow Hibiscus

7.3

Jo Malone · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Yellow Hibiscus is a fresh, citrusy floral for spring and summer days, classified as unisex. It opens with yellow hibiscus and lime, a bright, lightly fruity start. In the heart, jasmine sambac and rose soften the floral side, and white musk leaves a creamy, clean trace at the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and never overwhelms. Half of the voters pick summer, with spring next; daily wear, leisure and the office are the moments it suits best. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is classified as unisex. Byredo Sundazed and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Rosa Verde have a close profile.

I Love New York for Fathers

7.4

Bond No. 9 · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 I Love New York for Fathers is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with green and aquatic touches that suits everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine. The opening is cool, with lime, coriander and basil. The heart of grapefruit blossom, lavender and sage adds a floral, green note, and musk, amber and tree moss in the base soften it and sweeten it slightly. Khadlaj Shiyaaka (Blue) and Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Mâle have a close profile.

Agua Fresca Lima Tonka

7.5

Adolfo Dominguez · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Adolfo Dominguez Agua Fresca Lima Tonka is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, while some call it modern. The top opens bright with lime, lemon and marine notes. Tonka bean sweetens the heart, with patchouli and cedarwood giving it a woody footing. The base of musk and sandalwood leaves a soft, creamy finish.

Moha

7.8

Śasva · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Śasva Moha is a creamy unisex scent where coffee and caramel sweetness meet a woody, spicy base, and it suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, while summer lags far behind. Leisure and evening wear lead, and the feminine and masculine votes sit almost level, so it leans neither way. It opens with coffee, lime and chestnut, a sweet, gourmand start. In the heart, sandalwood, dry woods and jasmine add a woody depth. The base of caramel, amber, musk and vanilla softens everything into a creamy warmth. Widian Yasat and Tom Ford Noir Extreme have a close profile.

Sultan (Perfume Oil)

7.6

Al Haramain

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Perfume Oil

Al Haramain Sultan (Perfume Oil) is a unisex perfume oil that pairs rose, ylang-ylang and jasmine with the sweetness of plum and mango, settling into vanilla and amber. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Though unisex, most voters read it as feminine. It opens with orange, bergamot and lime for freshness, while plum and mango add a fruity sweetness. The heart builds a dense floral core of rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang. The base leaves a warm, woody-oriental finish of vanilla, amber, musk, sandalwood, cedarwood and patchouli.

Vanille Pamplemousse

6.9

Les Senteurs Gourmandes

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Les Senteurs Gourmandes Vanille Pamplemousse is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent softened by a sweet, powdery vanilla; it has been discontinued. Most voters place it in summer and spring, and it is picked mainly for leisure, daily wear and the office. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and won't fill a room. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Grapefruit zest, lime and grapefruit blossom give it a citrusy, floral freshness. Bourbon vanilla and musk sweeten that brightness, leaving a fruity, gourmand, powdery impression. Calé Fragranze d'Autore Dolce Riso and Nina Ricci Nina Snow Princess Edition have a close profile.

Platinum 22

8.1

Floris · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Floris Platinum 22 is a unisex scent that softens a fresh, floral line with a sweet, powdery and creamy texture. It opens with lime, iris, blackcurrant and oat, then moves into a heart of rose, violet leaf, black tea and black pepper. The base of musk, tonka bean, amber and cedarwood settles it onto a woody, sweet footing. Fruity and gourmand tones are balanced by a light spicy touch. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, while summer gets very few votes. Leisure, night out and evening are the most chosen occasions. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it wears comfortably on either.

Trophée Lancôme pour le Sport (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Lancôme · 1982

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Lancôme Trophée Lancôme pour le Sport Eau de Toilette is a green, chypre-leaning men's scent that opens on bergamot, petitgrain and basil; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh and citrusy with bergamot, petitgrain, basil and lemon. In the heart, green notes, laurel and cedarwood lead, softened by jasmine and fruity notes. The base of moss, cistus and musk gives it a woody, chypre footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business and sport close behind. It reads masculine and classic. Aigner Sport Fragrance for Men and Floris JF have a close profile.

Tendre Friandise

7.2

Molinard

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Molinard Tendre Friandise is a floral, fruity women's fragrance with a strong gourmand sweetness; it has been discontinued. It opens bright and fruity with pear, mirabelle plum, lime and freesia. The heart brings jasmine and amber alongside woody sandalwood and cedarwood, and the base of nougat, praliné and vanilla turns it soft, powdery and sugary, with musk staying in the background. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Most pick fall, then winter, and it is worn for leisure and evenings. Most voters read it as feminine. Molinard Iles d'Or and Chopard Cašmir have a close profile.

Passion Island

7.7

Mes Bisous · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Mes Bisous Passion Island is a tropical, fruity unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer, suited to leisure days and evenings out. It opens with lemon, bergamot and lime for a fresh citrus lift, with ginger and pink pepper adding a slight bite. The heart is led by passion fruit, mango and pineapple, softened by nectarine and blackcurrant. In the base, cedarwood, sandalwood and patchouli form a woody footing, while vanilla, amber and musk close it on a creamy sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, with fall and winter well behind. Votes for masculine and feminine are equal, so it reads as belonging to neither side.

Borgo (Eau de Toilette Intense)

7.8

Acqua di Portofino · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Portofino Borgo is a fresh, floral and sweet women's scent that opens on sour cherry, bergamot and lime; it has been discontinued. The opening pairs sour cherry with two citrus notes, bergamot and lime, for a fruity, fresh start. In the heart, pittosporum, ylang-ylang and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base of musk, vanilla, amber and cedarwood sweetens the scent and settles it on a woody, powdery footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine in character. Jaguar Classic Gold and La Rive Madame Isabelle have a close profile.

Mage d'Orient

6.2

Comptoir Sud Pacifique · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Comptoir Sud Pacifique Mage d'Orient is a men's fragrance that opens fresh with coconut, lime and bergamot and sweetens into vanilla and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for leisure and daily use, with some voting for the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine. It begins with citrus and coconut, and the heart of spindrift, orange blossom and jasmine adds an aquatic, floral touch. The base settles into vetiver, sandalwood and cedar, softened by amber, vanilla and tonka bean. Estēe Lauder Azurēe Soleil and Joop! Joop! Homme Summer Ticket have a close profile.

Sergio Soldano for Men (Black) (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Sergio Soldano · 1985

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sergio Soldano for Men is a green, woody men's fragrance that links the freshness of lime, orange and lemon to a floral heart of lavender and violet. It opens with citrus, petitgrain and geranium, with musky, woody and spicy notes underneath. In the heart, violet, lily of the valley, lavender and elemi resin add a soft floral touch. The base of patchouli, thyme, nutmeg and oakmoss settles it into an earthy, chypre character. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Half of the voters read it as masculine, and many call it classic. Carthusia Numero Uno and Sisley Eau de Campagne have a close profile.

Vetiver Sport / Vetiver Eau Glacée

7.9

Guerlain · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Vetiver Sport / Vetiver Eau Glacée is a masculine perfume that pairs a fresh, green citrus brightness with a spicy, earthy vetiver base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily and leisure wear leading and office use close behind. Most see it as masculine, and some call it classic. Lime, bergamot and orange open with a sharp, cool citrus burst. In the heart, neroli adds a soft floral touch while nutmeg and pepper bring spice. Vetiver forms a woody, earthy base, lightly sweetened by tonka bean.

Classic Collection: Aqua Aromatica - Thé Vert

7.7

Florascent

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Florascent Classic Collection: Aqua Aromatica - Thé Vert is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards summer and spring. It opens with bergamot and lime for a bright citrus lift. Green tea takes the centre, with jasminum auriculatum and osmanthus adding a soft floral layer. Cedarwood and labdanum settle underneath, giving the scent a woody, lightly spicy base. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin and wears quietly. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Votes for feminine and masculine sit close together, so it reads as genuinely unisex. Its profile is close to M. Asam No. 1 and L'Artisan Parfumeur Thé pour un Été.

Black Pepper (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Korres

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Korres Black Pepper Eau de Toilette is a fresh, woody men's scent in which citrus and a marine breeze meet spice. Lime, mandarin orange and lemon give the opening a bright citrus character. In the heart, marine notes, Provençal lavender and black pepper lead, and the aquatic air softens the pepper's edge. The base of musk, amber, cedar and cashmere wood sets down a woody, gently warm floor. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays noticeable without pushing itself on a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter well back. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the usual settings, and most voters call it masculine. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò pour Homme and Zara Absolutely Dark have a close profile.