The Perfume Library

Blue Sapphire

7.9

Lattafa Pride · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Lattafa Pride Blue Sapphire is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh, fruity brightness of citrus and apple on a woody base, best suited to spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn a close third and winter well behind. Leisure and daily wear lead, though business and evening hours also suit it. It reads masculine. It opens with lemon, mint and apple, crisp and juicy. Marine notes, geranium and clary sage carry that freshness into the heart. Cedarwood and patchouli add a woody depth, while the sweet and spicy sides stay in the background. French Avenue Pinnace Noir and David Beckham Aromatic Greens have a close profile.

Coros

7.5

Acqua di Sardegna · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Acqua di Sardegna Coros is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent with a green and fruity side. It opens with marine notes alongside mandarin orange, lemon and bergamot, a bright citrus start. The heart of angelica, mastic, elemi resin, fig leaf and cistus adds a green, resinous character. In the base, ambrette seed, vanilla and patchouli soften it and bring a gentle sweetness. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter chosen less often. Votes spread across business, leisure and evening wear, and masculine and feminine votes are almost even. Whatever It Takes and Roja Parfums A Midsummer Dream have a close profile.

Tentation (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Eisenberg · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Eisenberg Tentation Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that sets a floral, sweet and powdery body beneath a fresh opening. Bergamot, pink pepper, blackcurrant and cypress give a lightly spicy, fruity first impression. In the heart, rose, violet and jasmine build the floral side while marine notes keep it airy. In the base, vanilla and tonka bean add sweetness, and patchouli, sandalwood and white musk bring a woody, powdery warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer a minority choice. It is worn for nights out as well as for daily and office use. Dunhill London and Chanel Coco Noir have a close profile.

Élise

7.1

Rancé 1795 · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rancé 1795 Élise is a fresh, citrusy floral with a breezy aquatic feel softened by a gentle sweetness, aimed at women. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer; it leans towards leisure and daytime wear, though evening and office suit it too. Most see it as feminine, while some read it as modern or even masculine. It opens with marine notes, neroli and mandarin orange for a clean brightness. In the heart, eucalyptus and white Grasse rose add a floral, slightly green air. Patchouli, amber, musk and La Réunion vanilla close it out in a powdery, sweet warmth. Casamorati La Tosca and New Notes Queen of the Sea have a close profile.

Lapidus pour Homme Sport

6.9

Ted Lapidus · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ted Lapidus Lapidus pour Homme Sport is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that leans towards everyday wear in spring and summer. It has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mainly for daily, leisure and business use, while winter comes last. It reads masculine and classic. It opens with basil, bergamot, Italian lemon and rosemary, a fresh and green start. Nutmeg, geranium, marine notes and orange blossom add a floral, watery softness in the heart. The base of frankincense, patchouli, leather and cedarwood settles it into a woody, slightly animalic finish. Ralph Lauren Polo Sport (Eau de Toilette) and Al Haramain Étoiles Silver have a close profile.

Privilege

6.8

Der Duft · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Der Duft Privilege is a fresh, floral and aquatic unisex fragrance, softened by powdery and woody touches. Overall it smells green and clean: galbanum and vegetal notes bring coolness, while rhubarb and blackcurrant add a light fruity edge. Iris and lily of the valley build the powdery floral side, and cashmeran, cedarwood and musk give it a soft woody base. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. It leans slightly masculine in the character votes, though modern and feminine votes are well represented too. Duftanker Maritime Fresh Musk and Zara Extreme 8.0 have a close profile.

Kouros Eau de Toilette Tonique 2013

7.1

Yves Saint Laurent · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Eau de Toilette Tonique 2013 is a masculine scent that opens with mugwort, lemon and orange blossom, then moves into marine notes and spice; it has been discontinued. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. Many call it masculine, while others find it classic or modern. The top is mugwort, lemon and orange blossom, with citrus and aquatic accords keeping it cool. Jasmine, cinnamon and marine notes form the heart, and the spice warms that freshness slightly. Virginia cedar, leather and patchouli settle underneath as a woody, animalic base.

Pont. Max.

7.8

Filippo Sorcinelli · 2024

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Filippo Sorcinelli Pont. Max. is a smoky, woody unisex scent that sets the resinous warmth of myrrh, frankincense and benzoin against jasmine and marine notes. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters say it stays on skin for a long time. Autumn and winter lead, spring follows closely, and summer trails. It suits leisure, evening and night-out wear. Voters lean slightly masculine, though a sizeable group finds it feminine. It opens with myrrh, benzoin, amber and frankincense: a resinous, spicy, smoky warmth. Jasmine adds a soft floral touch in the heart, while the marine notes lighten the weight. Virginia cedar settles the scent onto a woody base. Arte Profumi Samharam and Filippo Sorcinelli Santa Casa have a close profile.

L'Eau Très Mer

7.9

Rubini · 2026

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Rubini L'Eau Très Mer is a fresh, aquatic unisex fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn a distant third and winter rarely chosen. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, though it also gets votes for evenings and nights out. The top opens with salty skin, tropical fruits and sea breeze, a fresh, fruity and slightly sweet start. The heart brings wet rope, rum CO2 and neoprene. In the base, marine notes, driftwood and pipe tobacco add a woody, spicy edge, with a synthetic touch running through the accords. Created by Cristiano Canali, it has a profile close to Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Absolu and House of Matriarch Albatross.

Ombre Bleue

7.2

Jean-Charles Brosseau · 1987

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Jean-Charles Brosseau Ombre Bleue is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits leisure hours and the office, from spring through autumn. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic or modern. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, while winter plays a smaller part. It opens with carnation and orange blossom. The heart gathers jasmine, lily of the valley, white lily and May rose. In the base, honey, styrax and cedarwood sweeten it and settle it onto a woody footing, while aquatic and fruity touches keep it fresh. Its profile is close to Boucheron Place Vendôme and Bvlgari Blv II.

King of Seduction Absolute

7.6

Banderas · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Banderas King of Seduction Absolute is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that sets grapefruit, honey pomelo and lavender against marine notes. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear and leisure, though evenings and the office also suit it. Most voters find it masculine. It opens with grapefruit, honey pomelo, vermouth and green almond, a bright and lightly sweet start. The heart brings marine notes, cardamom and lavender, an aquatic, spicy turn. The base of vetiver, leather and oakmoss settles it into a woody, faintly leathery finish. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Sport and Montblanc Legend Spirit have a close profile.

F by Ferragamo pour Homme Free Time

7.3

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme Free Time is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that pairs pink pepper and lemon with cardamom, ginger and marine notes; it has been discontinued. It opens on lemon and pink pepper, then the spice of cardamom and ginger is softened by the coolness of marine notes in the heart. In the base, cedarwood, musk and vetiver give it a woody, green and clean footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a light but noticeable trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with sport and office use also named. It reads masculine and modern. Acqua di Parma Bergamotto di Calabria and Issey Miyake Le Sel d'Issey (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Cocoyster

7.1

Sãlum · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Sãlum Cocoyster is a unisex scent that sets a salty, aquatic freshness against creamy coconut sweetness. The top opens with salt, oyster and marine notes, clean and watery. Toward the heart, coconut milk, coconut and ylang-ylang turn it creamy and floral. In the base, vanilla and amber deepen the sweetness, while frankincense and elemi resin add a faint resinous depth. The gourmand and powdery sides stay behind the aquatic character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters score its longevity high. The salty-sweet balance suits men and women alike.

Gincense (2012)

6.4

Avant-Garden Lab · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Avant-Garden Lab Gincense is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards spring and leisure wear; it has been discontinued. A fresh, citrusy, green base carries spicy, woody, resinous and smoky tones. Ginger and spices bring liveliness, while frankincense and exotic woods add a drier, smokier side. Jasmine and lily of the valley soften it with a floral touch, and marine notes keep it cool. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall, and see it as suited to daily and leisure wear, as well as evenings. Though unisex, most voters read it as masculine. Its profile is close to D.S. & Durga Italian Citrus and Molinard Citrus Noir.

Adonis Icarus

8.2

Rayhaan · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rayhaan Adonis Icarus is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that sits close to everyday wear. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage good. Most voters wear it in the daytime, at leisure and for sport; some also choose it for the office, while evening use is rare. It reads masculine. Citrus notes lead, ginger adds a lively edge, and marine notes carry the coolness. A fruity, sweet side in the accords softens it, keeping it from turning dry or sharp. Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim and Maison Alhambra Azure have a close profile.

Love for Him

6.5

Annayake · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Annayake Love for Him is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that pairs watermelon, bergamot and grapefruit with marine notes; it has been discontinued. It opens fruity and juicy with watermelon, bergamot, bitter orange and grapefruit. In the heart, cardamom and nutmeg add a light spice while the marine notes keep the aquatic feel going. The base of cedarwood, patchouli and ambergris settles it on a woody, slightly sweet footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn trailing behind. Daily wear, leisure and office use lead the occasions, and it reads masculine and modern. Rabanne Invictus Eau de Toilette and Rabanne Invictus Aqua have a close profile.

Juliette

7.1

Abaco

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Abaco Juliette is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that runs from a bright mandarin and orange opening through orange blossom and jasmine into hazelnut, caramel and vanilla. It opens with mandarin orange, orange, and blackcurrant bud, bright and fruity. In the heart, marine notes, orange blossom and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base settles into a creamy, sweet foundation of hazelnut, caramel, cashmeran and vanilla. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure, night out and evening wear stand out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It is described as a feminine fragrance. Miro Miro Jubilée and Kappa Intenso have a close profile.

Sydney

7.2

Contes de Parfums · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Contes de Parfums Sydney is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent led by citrus and marine notes, suited to everyday wear and relaxed hours. It opens with aniseed, bergamot, marine notes and pineapple, which keep it bright and lightly fruity. In the heart, pink pepper, nutmeg, jasmine and rose add a soft floral touch with some spice. The base of amberwood, cedar, musk and oakmoss gives it a woody, slightly powdery footing. Both longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick leisure and daily wear most often, followed by the office. Its fresh, sweet character leans neither masculine nor feminine. Joop! Nightflight and Nikos Sculpture Homme have a close profile.

Woo

8.0

House of Matriarch · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

House of Matriarch Woo is a floral, spicy unisex scent in which leather and tobacco are softened by vanilla. Woo builds on leather and tobacco, with vanilla laying a warm, sweet layer over them. Tropical blossoms carry the floral side, while ambergris and marine notes add a faint salty freshness. Woody, resinous and smoky accords round it out, giving an oriental, leathery scent that stays soft rather than harsh. Voters rate both its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it is worn mostly in the evening and on nights out. Votes split closely between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably on either. Meo Fusciuni Luce and Prada Miracle of the Rose have a close profile.

Signature (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Kenneth Cole · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Kenneth Cole Signature Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance with floral and green touches, and it has been discontinued. It opens with grapefruit, cardamom, pimento and violet, so the citrus freshness meets a little spice. In the heart, water lily, marine notes and orris root lead, with espresso staying in the background. The base of amber, gaiac wood, papyrus and patchouli adds a woody, earthy footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and it is made for men.

To Be (The Illusionist)

5.4

Police · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Police To Be (The Illusionist) is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that suits easy spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. It reads as masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, orange and marine notes for a bright citrus feel, with ivy adding a green touch. The heart holds white cedarwood, iris and sage blossom, and the base of musk, crystallised moss and cashmere wood settles into a soft, woody finish. Sweet and fruity tones stay in the background.

Osmarine (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Officina delle Essenze · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Officina delle Essenze Osmarine Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that softens a citrus and aquatic freshness with a fruity, sweet floral heart, and it leans towards daytime wear in spring and summer. It opens with a bright citrus lift from bergamot and orange. In the heart, raspberry, marine notes and Chinese osmanthus come together, setting fruity sweetness beside a watery freshness. Vanilla, musk and patchouli then lay down a creamy, soft base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings that come up most. Voters read it as more feminine, but as a unisex scent it suits men and women alike. Lattafa Ana Abiyedh and Montagne Parfums Afternoon Dive have a close profile.

Sea Bliss

7.6

Valmont · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Valmont Sea Bliss is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent, softened by floral touches. It opens on marine notes, moves into tiaré at the heart and settles on white musk, which leaves a clean, creamy base. The fresh and aquatic sides lead, while the sweet and spicy tones stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Voters more often call it feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Mancera Holidays and Il Profvmo Aria di Mare have a close profile.

Bonheur for Him

6.8

Annayake · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Annayake Bonheur for Him is a fresh, citrusy men's scent built around grapefruit, mint and red apple. It opens with the coolness of grapefruit and mint, softened by the light sweetness of red apple. In the heart, marine notes and cedarwood give it an aquatic, woody backbone. White musk and sandalwood in the base smooth it out and leave a clean trail. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most see it as masculine and modern. Its profile is close to Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Bleue and Montblanc Legend Spirit.