The Perfume Library

Corsica Furiosa

7.6

Parfum d'Empire · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Parfum d'Empire Corsica Furiosa is a fresh, green and earthy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for leisure, daily use and the office. It sits between masculine and feminine rather than leaning hard to one side. The notes read as a single whole: mastic and mastic absolute build a resinous backbone, while Corsican mint and tomato leaf bring coolness and a green edge. Moss adds an earthy depth, and liquor softens the spicy, woody tones.

I-I Terralba

7.4

Masque · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Masque I-I Terralba is a unisex scent where citrus and green notes lead, cooled by aquatic and spicy touches. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter far behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a good share of voters call it feminine. The top opens fresh with green tangerine, lemon and clary sage. In the heart, curry leaf, thyme, myrtle and everlasting flower bring a spicy, herbal feel. The base settles on juniper, cedarwood, mastic and cypress, woody and resinous. Tom Ford Costa Azzurra Acqua and Atelier des Ors Riviera Lazuli have a close profile.

Vert des Bois

8.0

Tom Ford · 2016

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Tom Ford Vert des Bois is a unisex scent built on mastic, olive leaf and oak wood, a fresh, green character set over a woody base; it has been discontinued. The notes read as a whole rather than as separate layers: mastic and olive leaf give a fresh, green feel, while oak wood and patchouli pull it toward earthy, woody ground. Roasted tonka bean and plum add a little sweetness, ouzo lifts the spicy side, and the resinous and smoky tones stay in the background. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest fall and spring, and it is worn across evenings, leisure and the office. Most voters find it masculine, though it is presented as unisex.

Artisan Acqua

7.5

John Varvatos · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

John Varvatos Artisan Acqua is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, and most voters recommend it for summer and spring. It sits closest to leisure, daily wear and the office, and it also works for sport. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, though many also call it modern or classic. It opens with mandarin, tangelo and mastic for an aquatic freshness, while galbanum adds a green edge. The heart builds a spicy, herbal frame from basil, lavender and coriander, softened by geranium and jasmine sambac. Moss, patchouli and fir balsam leave a woody base underneath.

Fan Your Flames X

7.6

Nishane · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Nishane Fan Your Flames X is a unisex scent that sets a fruity, gourmand sweetness against spice and wood. It opens with coconut, rum and mastic, then moves into tobacco, tonka bean, thyme and carrot at the heart. Patchouli, cedar and oakmoss ground it in a woody base. The sweet, creamy side leads, while the spicy and oriental touches stay in the background and soften it. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter. Evenings, leisure time and nights out are the favoured occasions. Masculine and feminine votes are nearly level, so it reads as truly unisex. Nishane Fan Your Flames and Argos Triumph of Bacchus have a close profile.

Eau de Gloire (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Parfum d'Empire · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Parfum d'Empire Eau de Gloire Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green unisex chypre that sets bright citrus against a dry, woody, slightly smoky ground. Bergamot, mandarin orange and neroli give the scent its sunny citrus lift. Rosemary and myrtle add a green, herbal edge, while oakmoss, cistus, mastic and frankincense bring a dry, woody, faintly smoky depth. Immortelle adds a resinous warmth to the blend. Longevity and projection are moderate. Most voters recommend spring, summer and fall, with winter a minority pick. It leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine.

Escentric 05

7.0

Escentric Molecules · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 is a fresh, citrusy, green unisex scent with a synthetic sheen and a woody base. It opens with orange, bergamot, juniper and fig leaf, while basil and rosemary add a spicy, herbal edge. Iris, jasmine and cypress sit in the heart. In the base, musk, cistus and ISO-E-Super soften it into a woody finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear and the office leading the occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. It reads more masculine than feminine by vote, though the feminine and modern sides are both clear. Escentric 04 and Un Jardin en Méditerranée have a close profile.

Nuit Etoilée (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Goutal · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Goutal Nuit Étoilée Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green scent that sets the brightness of orange and peppermint against the resinous warmth of immortelle and fir balsam. It opens with orange and peppermint for a cool citrus feel, while angelica seed pulls it towards green and lightly spicy. In the heart, Egyptian jasmine, mastic and caraway join floral and spicy tones. The base of immortelle, tonka bean and fir balsam sweetens the scent and settles it into a woody, resinous finish. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn is not far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Though it is a women's perfume, a share of voters find it masculine. Goutal Nuit Étoilée Eau de Toilette and Xerjoff Kobe have a close profile.

Mutiny

7.1

Maison Margiela · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Margiela Mutiny is a floral and sweet women's perfume, hardened by spice, powder and leather. Jasmine, tuberose and orange blossom carry the floral weight, while vanilla pulls the scent towards a creamy sweetness. Saffron and frankincense add a spicy, oriental shade, and oud and cedarwood keep the texture dry and leathery. A fruity, synthetic brightness runs through it. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and nights out and evenings lead the occasions. Most find it feminine, though many call it modern. Mugler Alien Fusion and Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Infusion de Figue

6.8

Prada · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prada Infusion de Figue is a fresh, green fig scent that pairs bright citrus with a soft, lightly sweet and powdery finish, suited to spring and summer days. Mandarin orange and citrus fruits open it brightly, with fig at the heart. Mastic, musk and galbanum form the base: galbanum keeps the green note going while musk softens everything. The floral and woody accords stay in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close to the skin and reads light through the day. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It is unisex, though most voters find it feminine. Fragonard de Fragonard and Valentino Club Couture have a close profile.

Oliver

8.0

Strangers Parfumerie · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Strangers Parfumerie Oliver is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. In the character votes masculine leads, with feminine taking a sizeable share too. Mandarin orange, bergamot and grapefruit carry the citrus, while fig, grape leaf and grass add a green, fruity feel. Oakmoss, sandalwood and vetiver lay a woody base, and pink pepper adds a light spicy touch.

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.

Cool Water Night Dive (Eau de Toilette)

5.9

Davidoff · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Davidoff Cool Water Night Dive Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic and citrusy men's fragrance with a spicy, woody twist; it has been discontinued. It opens with marine notes, pistachio wood, mastic, peppermint and fruits, where a fruity, sweet side softens the freshness. The heart brings cashmeran, sage, tobacco and black pepper for a spicier depth, and the base settles into woody notes, suede, amber and musk. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Its character reads masculine and modern. Afnan Turathi (Blue) and Rabanne Invictus Intense have a close profile.

Spring in Bome

7.9

Hima Jomo · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Hima Jomo Spring in Bome is a fresh, green unisex scent that balances floral and earthy sides, and it suits spring and summer days. It opens with galbanum, tarragon, mastic and Himalayan hedychium, a green and slightly spicy freshness. In the heart, iris, peach blossom, tuberose and geranium leaf soften that freshness with a floral touch. The base of vetiver, papyrus, spikenard and moss settles it onto a resinous, earthy footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mainly for leisure, daily wear and the office. Feminine and masculine votes are nearly even, which fits a scent open to both.

After Midnight

6.8

The Different Company · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Different Company After Midnight is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days, with a soft floral and powdery layer on top. It starts clean and bright with bergamot, neroli and angelica root. In the heart, iris and jasmine carry the floral side while cinnamon and mastic add a spicy, resinous depth. The base of labdanum, Siam benzoin and white musk sweetens it and settles it into a powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps quiet. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though its unisex build sits easily on anyone. Chabaud Eau Ambrée and Santa Maria Novella Rosa have a close profile.

Lentisque / Spanish Bush

7.3

Phaedon · 2013

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Phaedon Lentisque / Spanish Bush is a green, resinous unisex scent, fresh and spicy with woody and earthy undertones. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter trailing behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. It opens with galbanum and mastic, giving a green, spicy start. The heart brings dry woods, labdanum and mastic absolute. It dries down to cedar, vetiver, ambergris and musk on a woody, earthy base.

Blu Uomo (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Acqua dell'Elba

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Acqua dell'Elba Blu Uomo Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's scent that opens on orange, mandarin orange and sea lily. The top notes of orange, mandarin orange and sea lily give a bright, fruity start. In the heart, cistus, myrtle and jasmine add a floral, green middle. The base of cedarwood, oakmoss and mastic settles it onto a woody, lightly spicy ground. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. Most read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. Creed Erolfa and Floris JF (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

l'eau de parfum #3 green, green, green and... green

7.3

Miller et Bertaux · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Miller et Bertaux l'eau de parfum #3 green, green, green and... green is a fresh, green unisex scent with a light touch of citrus and spice. It wears at moderate strength and moderate projection, staying fairly close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads neither clearly feminine nor masculine, sitting somewhere between the two. The top of laurel, vervain and coriander gives a green, spicy opening. Mastic and jasmine soften the heart, and cedarwood with vetiver set a dry, woody base. Comme des Garçons Play Green and Chanel Paris - Édimbourg have a close profile.

Ex Voto

8.1

WienerBlut · 2015

Green · Spicy · Woody

WienerBlut Ex Voto is a unisex scent that pairs a green, spicy streak with a smoky, resinous woodiness, giving it a calm, serious, cool character. Most voters recommend it for fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and sits comfortably at the office too. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a sizable share finds it feminine. Pink pepper, Roman chamomile and sweet clover give a cool, herbal, lightly spicy opening. At the heart, frankincense resin, frankincense oil, mastic and frankincense ash build a smoky, resinous weight. Sandalwood, ambergris and gaiac wood settle it onto a soft, woody base. Fuego Futuro and Sacreste have a close profile.

Citizen X

7.1

Ex Nihilo · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Synthetic

Ex Nihilo Citizen X is a men's fragrance that opens with mastic and white pepper in a fresh, spicy start, then settles into the powdery, resinous warmth of orris absolute and frankincense. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer not far behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, while evening and night out come lower. Most voters find it masculine, though some call it modern or classic. It opens with a citrus-fresh feel and the bite of white pepper. Orris absolute adds a powdery softness in the heart. As it dries, frankincense, musk and amberwood form a woody, resinous and slightly smoky base, while the synthetic accord gives it a clean, polished edge. Serge Lutens L'orpheline and Aedes de Venustas Musc Encensé have a close profile.

Odenaturae

8.0

Rubini · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rubini Odenaturae is a fresh, green floral-woody scent with resinous and earthy touches, reading like an herbal garden and worn by anyone. Mastic, chamomile, basil, laurel and tomato leaf give it a green, leafy feel. Rosa centifolia absolute and orange blossom absolute soften the floral side, while the fruity and spicy tones stay in the background. Its fougère structure and the resinous, earthy accords keep it balanced. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most common occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits between the two. Santa Maria Novella Pot Pourri and Eau d'Italie Jardin du Poète have a close profile.

Rivières de Cartier - Luxuriance

6.8

Cartier · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Cartier Rivières de Cartier - Luxuriance is a fresh, green unisex scent built around mastic, rosemary and wild herbs. Rosemary and wild herbs give it a leafy, herbal feel. Fern and geranium carry that green theme forward, mastic adds a resinous, lightly spicy tone, and oak supplies a woody base. A citrus brightness keeps it fresh; the overall mood is cool and natural, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Its character splits between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably on either.

06 Amanu

7.3

Odin New York · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Odin New York 06 Amanu is a unisex perfume that links the green, citrusy opening of galbanum, blood orange and mastic to a floral-woody heart of cedar leaf and jasmine sambac. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office in equal measure. Voters lean slightly masculine, though a sizeable group finds it feminine. The opening pairs the sharp green of galbanum with the fruity freshness of blood orange, while mastic adds a resinous backdrop. In the heart, cedar leaf turns the green toward wood, and jasmine sambac and magnolia add soft floral notes. The base of moss, musk and amberwood settles into an earthy, warm woodiness.

Green Tea Fig

6.8

Elizabeth Arden · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Fig is a fresh, green women's fragrance led by fig leaf and bright citrus. It opens with fig leaf, Italian bergamot, clementine and citron, which give a crisp, leafy citrus feel. In the heart, green tea, violet leaf and Kadota fig add a soft floral and fruity touch. The base of Venezuelan tonka bean and musk sweetens it slightly and dries down on a woody ground. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Most read it as feminine, with a modern feel. Puma Green Man and Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Bamboo have a close profile.