The Perfume Library

Frangipani (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Ormonde Jayne · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Ormonde Jayne Frangipani Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green-edged floral that pairs frangipani and tuberose absolutes with jasmine and rose. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, and it leans towards daily, leisure and office wear. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens bright with magnolia, lime and linden blossom. In the heart, plum, green orchid and water lily give the flowers a juicy, fruity side. Amber, cedar, musk and Bourbon vanilla sweeten the base and settle it into a creamy warmth.

Siberian Musk III

8.6

Areej Le Doré · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Areej Le Doré Siberian Musk III is a unisex scent for spring and autumn days and evenings out, fresh at first with woody and animal tones underneath; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and spring, a fair number choose winter, and few pick summer. Leisure and evening wear lead, and most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic. It opens fresh and citrusy with pine, bergamot, lime and mandarin orange. In the heart, cypress, galbanum and spices add a green, spicy edge, softened by Siberian deer musk and Indian sandalwood. The base of musk, patchouli, Assam oud and amber leaves a resinous, chypre trail.

Navegar

7.5

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Green

L'Artisan Parfumeur Navegar is a fresh, green men's fragrance that sets citrus and spice against a woody, faintly smoky base; it has been discontinued. It opens sharp and bright with lime, pink pepper and ginger. Star anise, black pepper and rum deepen the spice in the heart without weighing it down. Frankincense, cedar and gaiac wood gather the scent into a smoky, woody base, with a fruity touch running through it. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most. It leans masculine. Heeley Zeste de Gingembre and Sospiro Basso have a close profile.

Almost Transparent Blue

7.7

What We Do Is Secret · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

What We Do Is Secret Almost Transparent Blue is a men's fragrance that pairs the fresh citrus of lime and yuzu with aldehydes and thyme blossom over a woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions. Most call it masculine, with some finding it modern. It opens with a bright, fresh citrus from lime and yuzu. In the heart, aldehydes and thyme blossom push it towards a green, lightly spicy and aquatic line. The base settles on hinoki cypress, cedarwood and musk, giving a clean woody floor. A fruity, synthetic edge runs through it. Zirh Zirh and Kappa Blue have a close profile.

JF (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Floris · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Floris JF Eau de Toilette is a fresh, lightly aquatic men's scent led by citrus and green notes, best suited to spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, fall comes next, and winter is rarely chosen. Daily wear, leisure and the office are the most voted occasions. Voters mostly call it masculine and classic. Creed Erolfa and Adidas Adidas (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile. It opens with lime, bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon beside green notes and herbs, with coriander adding a touch of spice. The heart brings cypress, jasmine and petitgrain, keeping the floral side soft. In the base, musk, amber, moss and cedarwood settle the scent into a woody dry-down.

Amour Brut

8.6

LEN Fragrance · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

LEN Fragrance Amour Brut is a unisex scent that opens fresh with neroli, bergamot and lime, then dries down into a base of oakmoss, vetiver and leather. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. It gets the most votes as masculine, with modern next. The opening is led by citrus and pepper, with blackcurrant softening it slightly. In the heart, lily of the valley, iris, magnolia and jasmine add a floral smoothness. The base leaves a green, dry trail of vetiver, leather and oakmoss. Overall it reads fresh, green and spicy. Its profile is close to Meo Fusciuni Isola and Fragonard Vrai.

s.Oliver Women (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

s.Oliver · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

s.Oliver Women Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and lightly aquatic women's fragrance, suited to anyone who wants something clean and easy. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads mainly feminine, with a good share also calling it modern. Apple, lime and bergamot open it, giving a fruity, bright first impression. Blossoms and musk soften that freshness in the heart, and sandalwood leaves a light woody base. A synthetic, clean note runs through the whole scent.

Fleur d'Osmanthus

7.0

Roger & Gallet · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Crush On Me

8.1

Unique'e Luxury · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Unique'e Luxury Crush On Me is a sweet, gourmand unisex fragrance that suits cold-weather evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, and most voters pick winter and fall, with evening and night out as the main occasions. It is rarely chosen for summer days or the office. More voters read it as masculine than feminine, though a fair share find it feminine. It opens with a short burst of lime and ginger. In the heart, caramel comes forward, softened by magnolia, rose, saffron and iris. The base of patchouli, amber, musk and woody notes keeps it creamy, resinous and earthy.

Dezember

7.1

Erik Kormann · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Erik Kormann Dezember is a unisex scent that opens with lime, cardamom and pink pepper, then softens into rose and patchouli. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, with spring close behind. It leans towards leisure and daytime wear, with some votes for evening and office. Opinion is split between masculine and feminine. Citrus and green accents come first, with cardamom and pink pepper adding spice. The heart holds rose, gurjum balsam and elemi resin; patchouli, musk and Peru balsam settle it into a sweet, woody, earthy base.

Scent Stories Vol.1/Ch.09 - Dahab (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

MiN New York · 2014

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Eau de Parfum

MiN New York Scent Stories Vol.1/Ch.09 - Dahab Eau de Parfum is a spicy, woody unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen more often for evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a fair number of voters call it feminine. It opens with lime, cinnamon, saffron, galbanum and nutmeg, a sharp, spiced start. The heart of cypress, benzoin, geranium and frankincense adds a resinous frame. The base of musk, amber, oud and cedarwood settles into a woody, smoky, slightly leathery character. Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Desert Oud and Lattafa Anfas Oud have a close profile.

360° White for Men

7.7

Perry Ellis · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Perry Ellis 360° White for Men, a discontinued men's fragrance, is fresh and lightly sweet, and leans towards spring and fall, leisure and everyday wear. It opens with cardamom, lime and bergamot, fresh and slightly spicy. In the heart, orris root, orange blossom and lily of the valley add a soft, floral, powdery touch. Tonka bean, vanilla, white musk and cedar settle it onto a creamy, sweet base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters call it masculine and pick spring and fall, mainly for leisure and daily wear, with evenings also common. Une Nuit Nomade Sun Bleached and La Rive Her Choice have a close profile.

Bass Solo

7.6

The Vagabond Prince · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Vagabond Prince Bass Solo is a unisex scent that moves from a fresh, citrusy opening into a woody, resinous and earthy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, and it leans towards evenings, leisure and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. Cardamom, lime and ginger give a fresh, spicy start. In the heart, lavender, birch tar and cedar bring a woody dryness. The base of driftwood, amber, sandalwood and patchouli settles warm, resinous and slightly creamy.

Zeste de Gingembre

7.7

Heeley · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Heeley Zeste de Gingembre is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits warm weather and everyday wear; most voters pick summer and spring. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin without leaving a heavy trail. Voters place it in leisure, daily and office use, with very few choosing it for evenings. Most read it as somewhat masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. The top notes are orange zest, lime and lemon, giving a fresh, green and fruity opening. Ginger sits in the heart, and the base of black pepper, cardamom and pink pepper adds a spicy, lightly woody finish. The sweetness stays in the background. Frapin L'Humaniste Extrême and Profumi di Pantelleria Dammuso have a close profile.

Hepster

8.2

Annette Neuffer · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Annette Neuffer Hepster opens with juniper berry, rosemary and bergamot, a fresh, green, spicy start that settles onto a woody, earthy base of vetiver and cedarwood, made with men in mind. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for leisure and nights out. It reads mainly masculine and classic. The top is led by juniper berry, rosemary, mint and black pepper; in the heart, lavender, geranium and silver fir add a soft floral and green touch. The base of vetiver, patchouli, mastic and oakmoss dries down resinous, smoky and earthy.

Mojito Chypre

6.4

Pierre Guillaume · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Pierre Guillaume Mojito Chypre is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens on mint, lime and rum absolute and rests on vetiver and oakmoss. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it is picked most often for leisure and daily wear. Votes on character split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably on either. The top notes of mint, lime, strawberry aldehyde and rum absolute give a bright, lightly fruity and sweet start. In the heart, vetiver, patchouli and labdanum add a green, earthy depth. At the base, vanilla softens the scent while oakmoss keeps the green tone going.

The Monarch

8.3

The Dua Brand · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand The Monarch is a fresh, woody chypre built around bergamot, juniper and oakmoss, described as a men's fragrance and best suited to spring and summer days. The citrus freshness comes from bergamot, lemon and lime, while juniper, thyme and lavender add a green, spicy edge. Oakmoss, cedar and patchouli form a woody, earthy backbone, with amber and tonka bean softening the edges. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. Most see it as masculine in character. Roja Parfums Oligarch and Avapari Blue Lime have a close profile.

Sakura

7.4

Ormonde Jayne · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ormonde Jayne Sakura is a unisex scent that sets cherry blossom, rose and freesia against fresh citrus and green notes, with a light sweet, powdery finish. Most voters recommend spring and summer, while few pick winter. It suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters call it feminine. The top gathers bergamot, lime, mandarin orange, coriander seed and pink pepper. In the heart, cherry blossom, rose, freesia and osmanthus form a floral garden. Musk, sandalwood and vanilla in the base soften it into a creamy warmth.

150: Timeless

8.1

Clive Christian · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clive Christian 150: Timeless is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent shaped by green and spicy facets over a woody base, leaning towards spring and summer days. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn next. Daily, leisure and business wear are the leading occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated as good. Most voters read its character as masculine, and classic is also a frequent pick. Bitter orange, lime and mint bring coolness and freshness, while lavender, coriander seed, ginger and nutmeg draw a spicy, green frame. Vetiver, amber, leather and musk add a woody, warm and soft depth. Atkinsons Mint & Tonic and Penhaligon's Quercus have a close profile.

CK One Summer 2014

7.1

Calvin Klein · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2014 is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits summer and spring; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and the occasions that lead are leisure, daily wear and sport. Votes split on whether it reads masculine or feminine, which puts it somewhere in between. It opens with melon, lime, grapefruit and lemon. The heart holds cypress, white freesia and tequila, and in the dry-down sugar, cedar and coconut water soften it and add a gentle sweetness. The overall impression is fresh, aquatic and green, with the fruity and sweet sides staying in the background.

Zion (Parfum Extract)

8.2

Alexandria Fragrances · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Alexandria Fragrances Zion is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a fruity, spicy side, best suited to spring and summer days. In Zion, bergamot, lemon, lime and grapefruit draw a bright frame. Apple and blackcurrant add a fruity freshness, while pink pepper and thyme bring a spicy thread. Cedar, vetiver and leather form a woody, slightly dry foundation. Most voters recommend spring and summer. It leans towards business, leisure and daily wear, with some votes for evening and night out as well. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and its character is mostly seen as masculine. Parfums Vintage Evolution de L'Homme Soir and The Dua Brand Supernova have a close profile.

Azzaro pour Homme L'Eau

7.2

Azzaro · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Azzaro pour Homme L'Eau is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards summer and spring, an easy pick for daytime, work and leisure. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close and never feels heavy. Most voters choose it for summer and spring, with daily wear, leisure and business leading the occasions. Many find it masculine and classic, and it reads as a men's scent. It opens with grapefruit, lime and lemon, a bright citrus start. In the heart, lavender and geranium bring the fougère character, with green and spicy touches. The base of vetiver, patchouli, musk and sandalwood settles it onto a woody footing.

Ocean Hills

7.4

Birkholz

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Birkholz Ocean Hills is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that opens with bergamot, lime and mint and settles into moss, patchouli and cedarwood. The top is bright with bergamot, lime and mint, while pink pepper adds a light spice. In the heart, gaiac wood, apple, geranium and lavender keep things green and slightly fruity. The base of moss, patchouli, leather and cedarwood leaves a woody, faintly smoky finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is made for anyone.

Speakeasy

7.1

Frapin · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Frapin Speakeasy is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh opening of orange, rum and lime against a sweet, smoky base of tobacco, tonka bean and labdanum. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, while summer gets the smallest share. Leisure and evening wear lead, and it works for the office too. More voters call it masculine, but a good number read it as feminine. It opens with orange and lime citrus warmed by rum, and davana adds a soft, fruity touch. Mint and geranium in the heart keep it fresh with a floral edge. As it dries, tobacco, tonka bean, labdanum and styrax pull it towards a gourmand, resinous, leathery warmth, with white musk softening the base into powder.