The Perfume Library

L'Âme Perdue

7.8

Le Galion · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Le Galion L'Âme Perdue is a sweet, spicy, resinous floral with a chypre backbone, made for women and best suited to evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, and very few choose summer. It is worn mostly in the evening and on nights out, and voters call it feminine and classic. Rochas Moustache and Xerjoff Layla have a close profile. The opening brings Sicilian mandarin orange, cardamom and white pepper. At the heart, plum, Bulgarian rose and jasmine form a floral mass, with clove and cassia adding spice. It dries down sweet with Mexican vanilla, honey and amber, while oakmoss and patchouli give it a woody footing.

Tonka Sublime

8.1

Houbigant · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Houbigant Tonka Sublime is a fruity, sweet and gourmand unisex fragrance, creamy and powdery, suited to evenings in the cooler months. It opens with almond, star anise, neroli and mirabelle plum, a fruity sweetness with a touch of spice. In the heart, tonka bean absolute, davana and jasmine add a creamy, powdery warmth. Amber and sandalwood carry it down onto a woody, oriental base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and leisure time. It reads closer to feminine, though it also has a modern feel. Orodion Orodion Blanc and L'Erbolario Papavero Soave have a close profile.

Replay for Her

6.9

Replay · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Replay for Her is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance built around Gala apple and tonka bean, and it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than announcing itself. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads as feminine and modern. It opens with the crispness of Gala apple. The heart brings Mirabelle plum and sandalwood, where the fruit sweetness is softened by a woody base. Tonka bean closes it on a powdery, sweet note, with floral and synthetic facets running through the accords. Replay Replay Intense for Her and Keiko Mecheri Peau de Pêche have a close profile.

Naughty Fruity

7.7

Mugler · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rumba (2009)

7.1

Ted Lapidus · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ted Lapidus Rumba is a floral, fruity chypre with sweet, spicy and powdery sides, made for women and chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. It opens with basil, green notes, bergamot and rose, a green and floral start. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine, mirabelle plum and oakmoss soften the floral sweetness with fruit. The base of patchouli, amber, sandalwood and animalic notes carries it into a woody, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards evening and night-out wear, and most voters read it as feminine and classic. Dali and Magie have a close profile.

Tendre Friandise

7.2

Molinard

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Molinard Tendre Friandise is a floral, fruity women's fragrance with a strong gourmand sweetness; it has been discontinued. It opens bright and fruity with pear, mirabelle plum, lime and freesia. The heart brings jasmine and amber alongside woody sandalwood and cedarwood, and the base of nougat, praliné and vanilla turns it soft, powdery and sugary, with musk staying in the background. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Most pick fall, then winter, and it is worn for leisure and evenings. Most voters read it as feminine. Molinard Iles d'Or and Chopard Cašmir have a close profile.

Monodie - Transgression

7.0

YS Uzac · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

YS Uzac Monodie - Transgression opens with grapefruit, mandarin orange and mirabelle plum, then moves into a floral heart of rose and cyclamen, making it a fresh scent aimed at women. Citrus and fruit lead at the start. The heart brings rose, cyclamen and freesia, with galbanum and rhubarb adding a green edge. In the base, caramel and sandalwood sweeten it slightly, while white musk keeps it clean. The accords also carry a synthetic side. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters also read it as feminine. Mancera Sicily and Jimmy Choo Blossom have a close profile.

At Night

6.6

Naomi Campbell · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Naomi Campbell At Night is a sweet, floral scent with fruity, powdery and lightly spicy shades, made for women and now discontinued. It opens with green leaves, mirabelle plum and bergamot, a fresh and fruity start. Jasmine, heliotrope and geranium bring a soft, powdery floral heart, and tonka bean, vanilla and sandalwood settle it into a gourmand sweetness with woody warmth. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It spreads across daily wear and nights out, and half of the voters call it feminine. Joop! Joop! Homme and Pascal Morabito Or Boreal have a close profile.

Hidden Shades

6.3

The House of Oud · 2023

Citrus · Floral · Green

The House of Oud Hidden Shades is a unisex scent that sets mirabelle plum, bergamot and lemon against jasmine and cherry blossom, then softens into vanilla. It opens with a bright, fruity citrus lift from mirabelle plum, bergamot and lemon. The heart turns floral and green with jasmine, cherry blossom and cistus. In the base, tonka bean, vanilla and benzoin sweeten it into a creamy, resinous warmth, while sandalwood and patchouli give it a woody floor. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean towards fall and spring, with summer not far behind, and they favour leisure and evening wear. It reads slightly more feminine to voters, though a good share call it masculine. Nirvana and Vain & Naïve have a close profile.

Saint (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Kat Von D · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Kat Von D Saint Eau de Parfum is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that suits everyday wear in any season; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters spread their picks almost evenly across the four seasons and lean towards daily and leisure wear, with some votes for night and business too. It reads feminine. It opens with jasmine and tiaré for a fresh floral lift, while mandarin orange, caramel and mirabelle plum add a fruity, gourmand sweetness in the heart. Vanilla, musk and sandalwood settle it into a creamy, powdery base, with a light spicy touch.

Belle Epoque (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Knize · 2000

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Knize Belle Epoque Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that sets the soft, sweet fruit of apricot, peach and pineapple against a floral heart of rose, jasmine and tuberose. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer the least chosen. It is favoured mostly for nights out and evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and most voters read it as feminine and classic. It opens with ginger, mandarin orange and the fruits. Rose, orchid and jasmine dominate the heart, giving a powdery floral texture. In the base, vanilla, cocoa, sandalwood and musk sweeten it and close on a woody warmth. Hervé Léger Hervé Léger and Chopard Cašmir have a close profile.

Re Nero

8.1

Moresque · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Moresque Re Nero is a unisex fragrance with a floral, powdery face, where fruity sweetness meets a spicy, oriental base. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, and most voters find its staying power high. It doesn't lean on one gender and should read comfortably on women and men alike. It opens with peach, mandarin orange and mirabelle plum for a fruity sweetness. In the heart, cinnamon, cumin and cardamom spice meet tuberose and ylang-ylang. The base of vetiver, patchouli and Bourbon vanilla leaves a creamy, chypre-like depth.

Tom Tailor for Her

7.1

Tom Tailor · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Tom Tailor for Her is a fresh, floral-fruity women's fragrance that opens with ginger, bergamot and peach and carries rose and freesia at its heart. In the top, ginger and bergamot lighten the sweetness of the peach. The heart of rose, mirabelle plum and freesia adds a soft floral and fruity layer, and the scent leans creamy and sweet. Musk, oakmoss and cedarwood settle underneath and give that sweetness a calm base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so those values are only a rough guide. It is made for women and has a light, everyday character. Its value for money is rated highly.

Lucky Charm

7.3

Carolina Herrera · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Carolina Herrera Lucky Charm is a floral and fruity scent set on a sweet, powdery, creamy base, a feminine perfume that sits close to everyday wear. Mandarin orange and mirabelle plum give the opening a bright, fruity lift. In the heart, jasmine and iris carry the floral side, with the iris adding a soft powdery feel. Sandalwood and vanilla absolute settle the base into something creamy, sweet and lightly woody, while the spicy accord stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it neither dominates a room nor fades quickly. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind. It leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear; fewer voters choose it for evenings or nights out.

Ambre Miellé

8.3

Graham & Pott

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Graham & Pott Ambre Miellé is a sweet unisex scent led by honey, tobacco and vanilla, with a fruity and spicy side. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though those ratings come from only a small number of voters. Voters pick it most often for nights out and evenings, with leisure, daily wear and business also getting votes. Its sweet, warm build suits both men and women. The top pairs Calabrian bergamot with honey. The heart holds Bulgarian rose, Mirabelle plum, Florentine iris and Ceylonese cinnamon, and the base settles into tobacco, Scottish raspberry, patchouli, amber and Bourbon vanilla. The accords read fruity, gourmand and resinous, with cinnamon adding spice and patchouli a woody depth. Hermès Ambre Narguilé and Parfums de Marly Oajan have a close profile.

Parlez-moi d'Amour Encore

7.1

John Galliano · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

John Galliano Parlez-moi d'Amour Encore is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that most voters place in daily and leisure wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Daily and leisure wear lead, business follows, and evening and night out are chosen less often. It opens with mandarin orange, blueberry and mirabelle plum, which give a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, Turkish rose, iris and gardenia build a floral, powdery body. Sandalwood, cypress and patchouli settle the sweetness onto a woody base.

Whenever Wherever for Her

6.3

Mexx · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mexx Whenever Wherever for Her opens with mandarin orange, green leaves and pear, a fresh, citrusy and fruity scent for women. The mandarin and pear in the top give a bright, juicy first impression, cooled by green leaves. In the heart, violet, rhubarb, jasmine and mirabelle plum add a soft floral and fruity touch. Vanilla, cedarwood and musky notes sweeten the base gently and settle it down. Most voters choose it for spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays a light scent noticed up close. Most voters find it feminine and modern.

King

8.3

Armaf · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Armaf King is a fruity, sweet men's fragrance led by mirabelle plum and sandalwood. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters score them high. The number of votes is small, so this is a rough guide rather than a firm verdict. It reads as a masculine scent, and its sweet, gourmand build leaves a full, dense trail. It opens with mirabelle plum and fruity notes. In the heart, chestnut, gourmand and spicy notes soften it into a creamy sweetness. The base of sandalwood, amber, balsamic and powdery notes sets a woody, resinous ground. Cartier Pasha de Cartier Parfum and Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Honey Santal have a close profile.

Rose Profond

7.5

Alysonoldoini · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alysonoldoini Rose Profond is a fresh, powdery feminine scent built around Turkish rose absolute and blue iris absolute at its heart. It opens with freesia, mandarin orange and galbanum, a bright, slightly green freshness. In the heart, rose, hawthorn and iris turn floral and powdery. At the base, mirabelle plum softens the scent with a fruity sweetness, while musk, Atlas cedar, pheromones and tonka bean absolute lay down a creamy, woody ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close and unforced. Voters place it equally in daytime, leisure and business settings, with evening wear close behind. Korres White Tea and Philosophy Inner Grace have a close profile.

Iles d'Or (2007)

7.0

Molinard · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Molinard Iles d'Or is a feminine fragrance led by mirabelle plum, jasmine, vanilla and praliné, with a floral and gourmand character; it has been discontinued. It opens with mirabelle plum, pepper, lime and freesia, which give a fresh, fruity and lightly spicy start. In the heart, jasmine, amber, sandalwood and cedarwood settle the scent onto a woody, powdery base. The finish is sweet, creamy and gourmand, built on musk, vanilla, praliné and nougat. Longevity is rated strong and sillage moderate, though the small number of ratings means these figures are only a rough guide. It reads feminine, and its sweet, spicy build suits cooler days. Those looking for a close profile could also try Molinard Tendre Friandise and Penhaligon's Cornubia.

Wild Gold

6.2

George Gina & Lucy · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

George Gina & Lucy Wild Gold is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that opens on Italian bergamot and pink pepper, with passion fruit adding a juicy, sweet edge. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin. The vote count is small, so this reads as a tendency rather than a firm verdict. It starts bright with citrus and fruit: bergamot, pink pepper, passion fruit and blackcurrant sorbet. In the heart, Mirabelle plum, wild rose, lily of the valley and star jasmine form a sweet floral bouquet. Siam benzoin, sandalwood and amber then settle it into a soft, warm base.

Fée du Lilas

8.1

Odette Parfum Co. · 2026

Floral · Sweet · Powdery

Odette Parfum Co. Fée du Lilas is a unisex scent that sets lilac and mirabelle plum on a sugary, creamy base. The top is sugar, mirabelle plum and lilac, so it opens sweet and floral. In the heart, meringue, tiaré and milk push it towards a powdery, creamy feel. White cedar, frankincense and vanilla close it with a soft, warm trail. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it sits close to the skin rather than filling a room. The vote count is small, so treat that as a rough guide. Its sweet floral character reads comfortably on anyone. French Avenue Veneno Bianco and Gucci A Chant for the Nymph have a close profile.

Lorenzo (Extrait de Parfum)

8.1

Henry Jacques

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Extrait de Parfum

Henry Jacques Lorenzo Extrait de Parfum is a fresh, floral and lightly sweet unisex scent, led by grapefruit, mirabelle plum and violet leaf. It opens with aldehydes, mirabelle plum and grapefruit, giving a citrusy, fruity brightness. In the heart, violet leaf adds a green edge while Madagascan ylang-ylang and magnolia bring a creamy floral softness. The base of white musk, Bourbon vanilla and amber sweetens the scent and settles it into a warm finish. Longevity and projection are moderate. Most voters pick it for leisure, business and daily wear, with fewer choosing evening or night out. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on anyone. Nuxe Prodigieux Floral - Le Parfum and Roja Parfums A Midsummer Dream have a close profile.

Your Turn II

6.4

Billie Eilish · 2025

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Billie Eilish Your Turn II is a fruity, spicy unisex scent that pairs pimento, mirabelle plum and fig nectar with vanilla orchid. It opens with pimento and blackcurrant leaf, a sharp start, while mirabelle plum keeps the fruit sweet and juicy. In the heart, fig nectar, vanilla orchid and black tea soften it into something creamy. The base of vetiver, frankincense and Virginia cedar wood adds a woody, faintly smoky footing. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. With few voters so far, these ratings are a first impression rather than a firm verdict. Maison Margiela Lost Eden and Headspace Santal have a close profile.