The Perfume Library

Solo Sport

7.0

Loewe · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Loewe Solo Sport is a fresh men's fragrance that links a bright opening of mandarin orange, melon and pepper to the fougère character of lavender and rosemary. The top notes are pepper, melon and mandarin orange, so citrus and fruity tones lead. In the heart, cardamom, lavender and rosemary add a spicy, herbal fougère feel. The base of musk, patchouli, amber and moss settles it onto a woody, powdery ground, with sweet and synthetic touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Voters pick it most for daytime, leisure and business, and less for sport and nights out. Loewe Solo Sport has been discontinued. Lancôme Hypnôse Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Calvin Klein Encounter (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Cactus Bloom

6.9

Saguara · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Saguara Cactus Bloom is a unisex fragrance that runs fresh and green, with citrus and florals leaning toward sweetness. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though few have voted, so those ratings deserve some caution. Being unisex, it reads as neither masculine nor feminine, with an easy, everyday feel. Lime and melon give the scent its fresh edge. Mimosa and desertpeony add a soft floral layer, while tobacco and saguaro bring a dry, spicy depth. The fruity sweetness is held in check by green tones, so the fragrance stays light rather than heavy. Memo Paris Inlé and Carthusia Capri Forget Me Not have a close profile.

Open Mind

5.5

State of Mind · 2021

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

State of Mind Open Mind is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, aquatic character, where fruity sweetness is balanced by a woody base. The top opens with melon and lime, juicy, bright and lightly sweet. Towards the heart, hinoki cypress, gyokuro and rock samphire bring a green, salty feel. The base of blue cypress, gaiac wood and lotus settles it into a soft woodiness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Its fresh build suits easygoing everyday wear, and it works on men and women alike. Lacoste L!ve and Pierre Guillaume Aqaysos have a close profile.

Secret Wish - Magic Romance

6.6

Anna Sui · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Anna Sui Secret Wish - Magic Romance is a women's fragrance that pairs the freshness of melon, bergamot and lemon with a floral heart of orange blossom, jasmine and tuberose; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin. With few votes behind it, that rating is tentative. It opens fresh and fruity with melon, bergamot and lemon. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine and tuberose bring out the floral side. In the base, musk, coconut and amber sweeten it and settle into a soft, powdery, creamy finish. Its profile is close to Flavia B'Afric and Louis Vuitton Sun Song.

Succubus

7.3

Ikiryō · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ikiryō Succubus is a women's fragrance that sets the fruity freshness of lychee, dragon fruit and melon over a woody base of cashmeran and cedar; it has been discontinued. The fruit leads: lychee, melon and mandarin orange, together with white wine, give a fresh, lightly sweet impression. Floral notes and immortelle pull it toward a green side. Cashmeran, cedar and frankincense add a woody, resinous depth, while vanilla and musk soften it into something creamy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. The vote counts are small, so these impressions are tentative. Suffolk Lavender by Shay & Blue and Archives 69 by Etat Libre d'Orange have a close profile.

Traumstunden / Look at me!

6.6

Wolkenseifen

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Wolkenseifen Traumstunden / Look at me! is a light women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity character with a sweet streak. Its longevity and sillage sit between moderate and weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps quiet. Voters choose it mostly for leisure, daily wear and the office, with some picking it for sport and evenings out. Apple, vanilla and melon read as a single whole. The juicy, fresh side of the apple and melon leads, while vanilla softens it with a gentle sweetness. The synthetic accord gives it a clean, airy feel. H&M Vanilla & Apple and Yves Rocher Pomme Délice have a close profile.

Mexico Soul

7.7

Zara · 2019

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Mexico Soul is a men's fragrance that pairs the fruity sweetness of pineapple and melon with the soft, woody texture of cashmeran. The fruit leads: pineapple and melon give a sweet, juicy first impression, while cashmeran settles it onto a woody, lightly spicy base. Gourmand and oriental touches add warmth, and the synthetic accord is noticeable in the overall character. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. It reads masculine. Few people have rated it so far, so these impressions are tentative. Its profile is close to La Rive Heroic Man and Kappa Black.

Pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Pierre Cardin · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Pierre Cardin Pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that balances fruity sweetness with a floral and woody backdrop; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, pineapple and melon, a bright and fruity start. In the heart, lavender, jasmine and orange blossom add a soft floral touch, while juniper berry, cinnamon and nutmeg bring the spice. The base of sandalwood, cedar, amber, vanilla and musk settles it onto a sweet, woody foundation. Voters find the longevity moderate and the sillage weak, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough picture. Light and clean in character, it reads as a fragrance for men.

Gai Mattiolo

7.0

Gai Mattiolo · 1997

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Gai Mattiolo by Gai Mattiolo is a fruity floral for women, pairing a fresh opening of bergamot, melon and lemon with the sweet, creamy warmth of musk and amber. Longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level, though few voters have rated them, so treat that as a rough guide. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. The opening is juicy and citrusy, with bergamot, lemon, melon, peach and white blossoms. In the heart, carnation, pear and violet leaf add a soft, slightly green floral touch. The base of musk and amber sweetens the scent and settles it into a creamy warmth.

Waterlove Man (Eau de Toilette)

4.9

Mexx · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Waterlove Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, watery men's fragrance that suits relaxed leisure and everyday wear. Citrus, pineapple, melon and apple build a fruity freshness at the top, with bergamot and lime adding a sharper edge. In the heart, lily of the valley, lily and jasmine bring a light floral touch. At the base, peach, vanilla, amber and precious woods sweeten the scent slightly and settle it onto a woody ground. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily and sport wear, and very few for evenings. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and quiet. It has been discontinued. Axe Alaska and Aigner Clear Day for Men have a close profile.

Odyssey+

7.8

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2024

Fresh · Aquatic · Sweet

Aaron Terence Hughes Odyssey+ is a unisex perfume that pairs a fresh, aquatic character with a soft sweetness; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, mandarin orange and grapefruit in a bright, crisp citrus layer. In the heart, melon and marine notes turn it watery and lightly sweet. The base of sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli and cedarwood gives that freshness a woody, earthy footing, while pink pepper and elemi resin add a touch of spice and resin. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though with few votes the picture is tentative. Its fresh, aquatic build leans towards warmer weather, and it reads comfortably on both men and women. Frederic M Sport and Aaron Terence Hughes Blue Fever have a close profile.

Eau du Tsar

7.4

Van Cleef & Arpels · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Van Cleef & Arpels Eau du Tsar is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy character with fruity sweetness over a woody, earthy base; it has been discontinued. Grapefruit and orange bring the freshness, while pineapple and melon add a juicy sweetness. Cardamom and caraway give it a spicy edge, and lavender keeps the whole thing clean. Sandalwood, patchouli, vetiver and oakmoss supply a woody, earthy, slightly resinous depth throughout. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. The fresh, fruity brightness against the woody depth gives it a masculine feel. Aigner In Leather Man and Nishane Hacivat have a close profile.

L'Oriental White Edition

7.9

Estelle Ewen

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Estelle Ewen L'Oriental White Edition is a fresh, floral men's fragrance that opens on green leaves, cardamom and grapefruit, with tuberose and marine notes giving it a cool, watery turn. It starts with green leaves, cardamom and grapefruit, a sharp, citrusy freshness. In the heart, tuberose, melon, cedar leaf and ylang-ylang add a soft floral and fruity layer. The base of marine notes, sandalwood, leather, tree moss and amber settles the aquatic feel onto a woody, slightly leathery ground, with sweet and creamy tones staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though only a small number of voters have rated them. It is classed as a men's fragrance, and its fresh, aquatic character suits everyday wear.

Anime Sante

6.8

Maria Candida Gentile · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maria Candida Gentile Anime Sante is a unisex fragrance in which frangipani, almond milk and melon build a sweet, creamy, fruity-floral character. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. With no gender lean, it can be worn comfortably by anyone. It opens on frangipani, and in the heart almond milk and melon pull it in a creamy, fruity direction. In the base, benzoin and sequoia settle the sweetness onto a resinous, woody, powdery ground, with a spicy touch in the background. The powdery, creamy character comes through most.

Pink Flambé Summer

7.4

Zara · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zara Pink Flambé Summer is a fresh, fruity women's scent built around mandarin orange, praliné and melon. It has been discontinued. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are only a rough guide. Mandarin orange brings a citrus brightness, while melon adds a juicy, watery lightness. Praliné softens that freshness with a gourmand sweetness. The overall impression is fresh, fruity and sweet, with a slightly synthetic sheen among the accords. The notes have no top-to-base split, so it reads as one piece from start to finish. Louis Vuitton California Dream and Bond No. 9 Coney Island have a close profile.

I Quattro Elementi - Acqua

7.7

Paolo Gigli · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Paolo Gigli I Quattro Elementi - Acqua is a unisex fragrance that pairs the fresh, juicy fruit of melon, mandarin orange and apple with a floral heart. It opens with melon, mandarin orange, apple, peach and strawberry, giving an aquatic, sweet freshness. In the heart, iris, rose, freesia and orchid soften the fruit and let the floral side take over. Sandalwood, cedarwood and musk form a calm, lightly woody base. Its longevity is rated as good, though the small number of votes makes that a tentative impression. The light, fresh build suits both men and women. Fragonard Mademoiselle Amour and Swiss Arabian Edge Intense Woman have a close profile.

Laetitia

7.3

Angela Ciampagna · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Angela Ciampagna Laetitia is a fresh, juicy unisex scent that brings water, flowers and fruit together with a soft touch. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, so it neither overwhelms nor disappears. Being unisex, it leans toward no particular gender. Pierre Guillaume Psychotrope and Heidi Klum Shine Blue have a close profile. Aquatic notes and cyclamen open it cool and floral. In the heart, melon and watermelon add a fruity freshness, and maltol and musk then sweeten and soften the base. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords are joined by a green, sweet feel.

XXX Large

5.3

Aigner · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aigner XXX Large is a unisex scent that carries the fresh, fruity opening of melon, grapefruit and bergamot through a spicy heart of nutmeg, cypress and rosemary into a woody base. Melon, grapefruit and bergamot lead the top, with citrus and fresh accords in front. In the heart, nutmeg, cypress and rosemary add a spicy, slightly green touch. The base of ambergris, woods and musk dries down woody and synthetic. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick it for daily wear and leisure, with business settings next. It has been discontinued. Emanuel Ungaro for Him and Jil Sander Sun Men have a close profile.

In Bloom

7.0

Essential Garden · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Essential Garden In Bloom is a clean, light women's fragrance that pairs the fruity freshness of melon and lychee with a floral heart. The top is melon and lychee, while freesia, magnolia, peony and cyclamen form a floral, garden-like centre. Musk and sandalwood in the base settle it onto a powdery, creamy, slightly woody footing, and the aquatic and fresh accords keep the whole thing airy. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters choose it for daily wear, work and leisure, and few pick it for evenings. Its soft character suits daytime best. It has a close profile to Betty Barclay Tender Blossom and Esteban Pivoine.

Ocean'Sky (Eau de Parfum)

4.4

LR · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

LR Ocean'Sky Eau de Parfum is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance built around citrus, mint and melon. It opens with citrus notes, then moves into a heart of mint and melon, where coolness meets a light fruity sweetness. Patchouli and cedarwood sit underneath and give it a woody base. A synthetic edge also runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin. It is classed as a men's fragrance and dates from 2010. Gammon C - The Black Drums and Hugo Boss Superman x Hugo have a close profile.

Angel Cat Sugar - Melon

7.6

La Rive

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

La Rive Angel Cat Sugar - Melon is a fresh, watery and fruity women's fragrance with a light touch of sweetness. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as weak, so it suits anyone who wants a scent that stays close to the skin rather than leaving a heavy trail. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is rated well for the value it offers. It opens with green notes and aquatic notes alongside melon, which gives it a cool feel. The heart holds melon, fruity notes and aldehydes, the aldehydes adding a slight sparkle. In the base, musk stays in the background and keeps the sweet fruit on a simple footing. Carolina Herrera 212 Surf and Clean Rain & Pear (Eau Fraîche) have a close profile.

Explore

6.4

Miro · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Miro Explore is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening of bergamot, melon and apple with a sweet base of vanilla, musk and amber. Bergamot, melon and apple lead the top, and the citrus and aquatic accords give the scent a crisp, juicy feel. In the heart, violet, lavender and cypress temper that freshness, with woody and spicy tones staying in the background. The base of vanilla, musk, amber and cedarwood sweetens and softens the finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It reads masculine and sits comfortably in warmer weather and everyday wear. Armaf El Cielo and Afnan Perfumes Turathi (Blue) have a close profile.

René Lezard Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

René Lezard · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

René Lezard Homme (Eau de Toilette) is a fresh, fruity men's fragrance that opens with lavender, pineapple and blackcurrant; it has been discontinued. The top is lavender, pineapple, blackcurrant, lychee and melon, a citrusy, juicy freshness. Jasmine, lily of the valley and rose add a soft floral heart. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, cedar and marzipan settles into a woody, lightly spicy footing, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a quiet rather than a strong trail. It is made for men, and its fresh character sits closer to warm weather. Amouage Ciel Man and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Holy Hell

7.6

Universal Flowering · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Universal Flowering Holy Hell is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral character with fruity sweetness and a distinctly synthetic texture. It opens with melon and Moroccan neroli, so juicy fruit and a clean floral note sit side by side. In the heart, violet, choya nakh, suntan lotion and plastic bring a powdery, creamy and openly synthetic feel. The base of ambergris, driftwood and vetiver adds a woody, earthy and slightly spicy foundation. The result reads less like a classic floral and more like a modern, sun-warmed beach-bag scent.