The Perfume Library

La Treizième Note Femme

7.1

Absolument Parfumeur · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Absolument Parfumeur La Treizième Note Femme is a fresh, fruity floral built on pineapple, raspberry and green strawberry with mimosa and rose, leaning towards spring and summer and easy daytime wear. It opens fresh and fruity with pineapple, raspberry and green strawberry, kept green by sage. The heart sets a floral base of mimosa, rose, jasmine and violet, with vanilla adding sweetness. In the base, white peach, honey, musk and amber soften everything, leaving a powdery, gourmand sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without pushing into a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It reads feminine, though quite a few voters call it modern. Floris Snow Rose and Miller Harris Cœur de Fleur have a close profile.

Park Avenue

7.4

Bond No. 9 · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 Park Avenue is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that opens with mimosa, chamomile and lemon and softens into rose and vanilla. Park Avenue has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Most voters read its character as feminine. The top notes are mimosa, chamomile and lemon, with citrus and green accords keeping that part bright. In the heart, paperwhite and rose add a floral softness. The base of musk, ebony and vanilla leaves a powdery, woody and sweet finish. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Tiaré Mimosa and Oscar de la Renta Rosamor have a close profile.

Onde Extase

7.4

Giorgio Armani · 2008

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Giorgio Armani Onde Extase is a women's fragrance that sets a floral heart of jasmine, mimosa and narcissus over a woody base of oakmoss and cedar; it has been discontinued. It is floral, sweet and powdery, with jasmine, mimosa and narcissus at the front. Bergamot adds a light freshness and pink pepper draws a spicy edge. Sesame leans the sweetness toward the oriental, while oakmoss and cedar give it a woody depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. Evening wear comes slightly ahead, but it is also worn for daily use and at work. It reads feminine and classic. Dior Ambre Nuit and Guerlain Samsara have a close profile.

Furze (Perfume)

6.5

Lush · 2012

Floral · Green · Fruity

Lush Furze is a unisex perfume with a floral, green base softened by a sweet, creamy, gourmand warmth, easy to wear in leisure hours and through spring, summer and fall. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close rather than filling the room. Most voters point to spring, fall and summer, with winter a smaller share. Leisure and daily wear lead, and it works in the evening too. Voters lean towards calling it feminine, though many see it as modern. The notes read as one whole: coconut and vanilla bring sweetness and creaminess, neroli and mimosa add a powdery, floral lightness, and broom gives a green edge. Fruity and lightly spicy touches round out the soft, sweet picture. Pacifica Indian Coconut Nectar and Yves Rocher Cap Nature Vanille have a close profile.

Out in the Open

6.5

A13 · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

A13 Out in the Open is a floral, sweet unisex fragrance that most voters place in autumn and winter, for leisure time as much as evenings. It opens with gardenia, ambrette, saffron and apple, and the heart is led by jasmine, iris, mimosa and orange blossom. The base holds beeswax, sandalwood, vanilla, civet and leather. The floral and fruity side rests on a sweet, creamy ground, while spicy, animal, smoky and leathery touches add weight. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it sits between the two. Few voters pick it for summer. Amberbomb and Rogue Derviche have a close profile.

Élixir Absolu

7.1

Élisire · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Élisire Élixir Absolu is a unisex fragrance that opens with citrus and settles into a sweet, floral, powdery scent with a fresh feel. Mandarin orange and Calabrian bergamot open alongside rosebud, giving a bright, fresh first impression. In the heart, freesia, magnolia, mimosa, tiaré and ylang-ylang build a floral garden feel. At the base, sandalwood, vanilla and amber sweeten and soften the scent, while musk and patchouli add a woody backdrop. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. It reads mostly feminine, with modern and classic sides as well. La Perla Just Precious and Puma Flowing Woman have a close profile.

Alizarin

7.8

Penhaligon's · 2016

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Penhaligon's Alizarin is a leathery unisex scent that ties a floral opening to a spicy, smoky, resinous woody base; it has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange and narcissus, then softens into mimosa, tuberose and iris at the heart. The base is led by frankincense, oud, leather and vetiver, and the floral side rests on that dark, smoky ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters read it as more masculine than feminine. Its profile is close to Amouage Myths Man and Floris Leather Oud.

Incandessence (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Avon · 2001

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Avon Incandessence Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and lightly fruity women's scent that suits relaxed daytime wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, neither heavy nor fleeting. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, and few choose winter. It leans towards everyday wear, leisure and the office, and most voters call it feminine. Bergamot, white peach and lily of the valley open it fresh and lightly fruity. In the heart, rose, mimosa and royal lily add a soft, powdery floral note. Teakwood, musk and clove leave a woody, slightly sweet base.

Pathétique

8.0

O'Driù · 2014

Floral · Green · Sweet

O'Driù Pathétique is a smoky, earthy unisex scent built around juniper, black truffle and charred wood; it has been discontinued. Juniper and black pepper give it a spicy, green edge, with bergamot lightening it a little. Black truffle, moss and vetiver lay an earthy base, while charred wood and amyris carry the smoky, woody tone. Mimosa and frankincense soften this dry structure with a creamy, sweet, resinous warmth. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it suits leisure, evenings and nights out best. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine.

Duende

6.9

Jesus del Pozo · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jesus del Pozo Duende is a fresh, citrusy floral for women that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with melon, bergamot and mandarin orange, while linden blossom softens the fruity brightness with a gentle floral note. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine and mimosa lead, and a green accord runs through the whole. The base settles on cedarwood and sandalwood, with caraway adding a light spicy touch. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Half of the voters read it as feminine.

Rêve Lotus

7.1

Kenzo · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Kenzo Rêve Lotus is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around lotus, mimosa and white musk, with sandalwood and ambroxan softening the base. Lotus gives the opening a watery freshness, and mimosa and white musk then carry it into a powdery, creamy floral texture. In the dry-down, sandalwood and ambroxan add a soft, lightly sweet base; the overall impression is clean and aquatic, with a slightly synthetic edge. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads mostly feminine, though some call it modern. Philosophy Baby Grace and Lubin Anna have a close profile.

Tart Deco

7.3

Snif · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Snif Tart Deco is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a smoky, woody edge. Jasmine, rose and mimosa set a floral base, while black cherry and raspberry add a sugary, gourmand fruit note. Vanilla softens the sweetness, and birch wood and vetiver bring in a dry, smoky line. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate: neither a skin scent nor one that fills a room. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on anyone who likes sweetness with some bite. Zara From Zara with Love Intense Edition and Montale Intense Cherry have a close profile.

Lovely Memories

7.8

Birkholz · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Birkholz Lovely Memories opens with violet, mandarin orange and bergamot, then settles into a jasmine and rose heart: a fresh, powdery scent made for women. The top notes of violet, mandarin orange and bergamot give a bright start. Jasmine, rose and mimosa make the heart floral. In the base, vanilla, white musk and amber sweeten it and leave a soft, creamy, powdery trail. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring, with fall and summer not far behind, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. Emil Élise Painting It Sweet and Flavia B'Afric have a close profile.

Îles d'Or (2022)

7.6

Molinard · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Molinard Îles d'Or (2022) is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters recommend it for spring and summer. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine, so it works on either side. Lavender, mandarin orange and juniper berry open it fresh, green and lightly spicy. In the heart, mimosa, smilax and honeysuckle add a soft floral note, with an aquatic coolness alongside. Patchouli, moss and amber lay a woody, slightly sweet base. Truefitt & Hill Clubman (Cologne) and Eisenberg Eau Fraîche have a close profile.

Sun Sea Salt & Genista

6.9

Jil Sander · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jil Sander Sun Sea Salt & Genista is a fresh, aquatic floral with a citrusy, lightly sweet and creamy side, and it reads as an easy everyday scent for warm weather. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear. Voters mostly call it feminine, with modern coming second. Mancera French Riviera and Dior Eden-Roc have a close profile. Sea salt opens it with a cool, briny freshness, and mimosa brings a soft, creamy floral heart. Broom absolute sits underneath and carries that sweet, watery feel through the dry-down.

CP Raspberry

8.1

Ensar Oud · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ensar Oud CP Raspberry is a sweet, floral unisex oud that most voters place in spring and fall, for leisure time and evenings. Raspberry and peach give it a fruity sweetness, while rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang form a floral base. Under that, Indian oud, frankincense and Mysore sandalwood add a woody, resinous depth, with ginger and pepper bringing spice. Creamy and animalic tones run through it. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters call it masculine, though many find it feminine. Winter and summer get votes too, but it leans towards the cooler seasons and evenings. Ensar Oud Crime & Punishment (Pure Parfum) and Ensar Oud Tonkin Musk have a close profile.

Kam Kyoryo (Pure Parfum)

7.6

Ensar Oud · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Ensar Oud Kam Kyoryo (Pure Parfum) pairs blue lotus, osmanthus and oud resin: a unisex scent with a fresh, floral face over a smoky, resinous oud. The notes read as a single blend rather than separate layers: blue lotus and osmanthus give a floral, aquatic freshness, while artemisia and juniper berry add a green edge. Cambodian oud and oud resin set a woody, smoky base underneath, and sweet, creamy and spicy touches soften its firmness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, nights out and daily wear. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though both get votes, which fits its unisex label. Chloé Nomade Lumière d’Égypte and Ensar Oud Habana Ambar have a close profile.

Chelsea Flowers (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Bond No. 9 · 2003

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Bond No. 9 Chelsea Flowers Eau de Parfum is a fresh floral led by magnolia, rose and white hyacinth, made for women and suited to spring and summer days. It unfolds as a single, flat bloom: magnolia, rose, mimosa, white hyacinth and white peony form the floral bouquet. Sandalwood, musk, vetiver, tree moss and white oak lay a soft, woody base beneath it. Fresh and floral accords dominate, while the fruity and sweet sides stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading the occasions. Most see its character as feminine and modern. Kayali Fleur Majesty Rose Royale | 31 and Calvin Klein Endless Euphoria have a close profile.

Potiche

7.8

Les Voiles Dépliées · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Les Voiles Dépliées Potiche is a unisex scent that opens with a fresh citrus lift and settles into a powdery, creamy, sweet floral; it suits autumn and winter evenings best. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. Evening and daily wear lead, and it also works for business and leisure. More than half of voters find it feminine. Bergamot gives it a fresh, citrusy start. The heart is heliotrope, mimosa and lilac, which bring a powdery, creamy softness. In the base, musk and vanilla close it on a gourmand sweetness, with a light spicy note running through.

Oud Kasbah Royal

8.1

Marrakech Imperial · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Marrakech Imperial Oud Kasbah Royal is a sweet, spicy and smoky oud fragrance, unisex in character and best suited to evenings in the cooler months. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, while summer gets few votes. Leisure, night out and evening wear lead, with daytime and business use following. It opens with lavender, cardamom and coriander for a spicy freshness, softened by davana. The heart sets an earthy, woody ground with amber, Atlas cedar and patchouli. In the base, oud, vanilla and tonka bean leave a sweet, resinous warmth. Tom Ford Oud Wood and Davidoff Zino have a close profile.

Fleur de Santal

7.7

Attar Collection · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Attar Collection Fleur de Santal is a milky, powdery floral that reads soft, creamy and lightly spiced, and sits close to everyday wear. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter close behind and summer well back. It leans towards leisure, office and daytime wear. Although it is unisex, votes on its character tip towards feminine. Pink pepper, angelica and pear open with a lightly spiced, fruity lift. In the heart, milk, iris, mimosa and ylang-ylang bring a floral, creamy softness. Sandalwood and musk settle into a woody, powdery base. Houbigant La Belle Saison and Molinard Iris have a close profile.

Fashion Avenue

7.1

Bond No. 9 · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 Fashion Avenue is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that links citrus and green notes to a floral heart of ylang-ylang and mimosa. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and business, daily and leisure wear lead the occasions. Its character reads mostly feminine, followed by modern. It opens with citrus and green notes and moves into a floral heart. In the base, blackcurrant, Kashmiri musk and sandalwood soften it and add a gentle sweetness. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Mimosa and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Rosa Rossa have a close profile.

Trillium

6.9

House of Matriarch · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

House of Matriarch Trillium is a fresh, green unisex scent built around rooibos, Roman chamomile and mimosa. The notes read as one whole: rooibos and Roman chamomile give it a fresh, green feel, mimosa and coffee blossom soften the floral side, and aglaia sits alongside them. Spicy and woody accords stay in the background, keeping the scent from turning sweet. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it sits between the two. Aēsop Aurner and Hima Jomo Tchai have a close profile.

Villa Lympia

6.4

Oriza L. Legrand · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Oriza L. Legrand Villa Lympia is a fresh, aquatic and green unisex scent built around maritime pine, mimosa and sea salt. It opens with maritime pine and mimosa; in the heart, sea salt, spindrift and rush give a salty, damp air. The base of linseed, immortelle and algae absolute settles it onto a lightly spicy, creamy and slightly synthetic footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it reads as truly unisex. Dior Eden-Roc and Jil Sander Sun Sea Salt & Genista have a close profile.