The Perfume Library

Spicebomb Eau Fraiche

7.7

Viktor & Rolf · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Eau Fraiche is a discontinued men's fragrance that opens fresh and spicy with pimento, pink pepper and grapefruit. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daytime wear, and suits the office too. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. About half of voters call it masculine, and many also find it modern. The scent is fresh and citrusy, led by spice and grapefruit. Lavender and fleur de sel in the heart add a floral, salty touch. Tobacco and moss at the base finish it on a sweet, gourmand warmth.

Black Gold

8.3

Ormonde Jayne · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ormonde Jayne Black Gold is a unisex scent that links a fresh opening of mandarin orange, juniper berry and bergamot to a dark base of moss, amber and oud; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though winter has its share too. It leans towards evenings and nights out, yet it also gets worn for leisure and at the office. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine. The top notes of mandarin orange, juniper berry and bergamot give a citrusy, green freshness. In the heart, rose, jasmine and orchid add a floral layer. In the base, moss, amber, vetiver and oud build a woody, resinous depth, and vanilla softens it with a little sweetness.

Grapefruit

6.9

Jo Malone · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Grapefruit is a fresh, citrus unisex scent built around grapefruit, rosemary and peppermint. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is mostly chosen for daily wear, leisure and the office, rarely for evenings. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost evenly split. Grapefruit sets the tone, while rosemary and peppermint add a green, cooling edge. Pimento brings a light touch of spice and moss gives a woody, earthy base. The overall impression is clean, fruity and lively.

Sole di Positano Acqua

7.9

Tom Ford · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tom Ford Sole di Positano Acqua is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon petitgrain and petitgrain, giving an aquatic, green freshness. In the heart, shiso leaf, Comorian ylang-ylang and moss carry the floral and green tone, and sandalwood settles the scent onto a soft, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine. Tom Ford Sole di Positano (Eau de Parfum) and Parfum d'Empire Acqua di Scandola have a close profile.

Hommage à l'Homme Voyageur

7.6

Lalique · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Lalique Hommage à l'Homme Voyageur is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, spicy opening of bergamot and cardamom with an earthy heart of patchouli, vetiver and papyrus; it has been discontinued. Bergamot and cardamom give the opening a bright, citrusy, spicy freshness. In the heart, patchouli, vetiver and papyrus build a green, woody, slightly smoky character. In the base, vanilla, amber and moss sweeten it and add a resinous warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and use is spread fairly evenly across daily wear, evenings and the office. It reads masculine and classic. M. Micallef Akowa and M. Micallef Jewel for Him have a close profile.

Boreal

7.5

Pineward · 2020

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Pineward Boreal is a fresh, green unisex scent with a woody, resinous character that reads like cool forest air and suits fall and spring days. Mint, pine needle and cedar build a crisp, sharp woodland feel, while resins and moss pull it towards earth and spice. It stays green and woody throughout, with almost no sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure and everyday wear. More voters read it as masculine, though a good share call it feminine. Pineward Bindebole and Profumum Roma Thundra have a close profile.

Arcipelago Donna (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Acqua dell'Elba

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Acqua dell'Elba Arcipelago Donna Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that joins a fresh, fruity opening of mandarin orange, lemon and apricot to a floral heart of jasmine and orange blossom. The top notes of apricot, mandarin orange and lemon give a citrusy, lightly sweet brightness. In the heart, jasmine, everlasting flower, acacia and orange blossom add a soft, creamy floral touch. Arbutus, moss and cedarwood settle the scent on a woody base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Over half of voters find it feminine. Roberto Ugolini Marzocco and M. Micallef Sensual have a close profile.

Sugardaddy

7.2

Fugazzi

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Fugazzi Sugardaddy is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and autumn days, with spice and sweetness running through the brightness. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good. Most voters suggest spring and autumn, and it is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, with night outings also seen as a fit. Its character reads modern, neither clearly masculine nor feminine. It opens bright and fruity with bergamot, tangerine and blackcurrant. Nutmeg and clove bring spice to the heart, softened by jasmine and white ambergris. In the base, cashmere, moss and patchouli settle it into a sweet, slightly synthetic finish. Lotto Lotto Man (Eau de Toilette) and Phlur Tangerine Boy have a close profile.

Pride

6.9

Der Duft · 2020

Citrus · Floral · Green

Der Duft Pride is a unisex chypre where citrus, floral and green accords sit on a woody, earthy base, a scent that suits both day and evening and leans towards autumn. Most voters pick autumn, with spring and winter close behind. Leisure and evening wear come up most often. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. On character, masculine leads and feminine follows not far behind. Bergamot gives the scent a fresh citrus lift, while jasmine and narcissus bring the floral side and carrot seed adds a dry, green tone. Patchouli, moss, sandalwood, cashmeran and amber run through it with woody, resinous and earthy depth. Pierre Cardin Choc de Cardin and Papillon Artisan Perfumes Dryad have a close profile.

Myriad

7.3

Louis Vuitton · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Louis Vuitton Myriad is a unisex scent for cold-weather evenings, built around rose and spice. It has a floral, sweet core: Bulgarian rose and French Rosa centifolia sit alongside saffron and cocoa. Assam oud, moss, ambrette and white musk ground that sweetness in a woody, leathery base and add an animal warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evenings or nights out; summer and the office are rarely chosen. A few more voters call it masculine, yet it reads as unisex. Louis Vuitton Nouveau Monde and Montale Golden Aoud have a close profile.

Odeur 71

7.1

Comme des Garçons · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Green

Comme des Garçons Odeur 71 is a unisex scent with a fresh, green and distinctly synthetic character, setting a metallic, woody sharpness against floral touches. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, while winter gets the fewest votes. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Masculine votes lead on character, with feminine close behind. The notes are unusual: welded aluminium, metal, light bulb and toaster, joined by ink and toner, give it an almost industrial air. Lettuce juice, bay leaf, bamboo and moss build the green side, while pencil shaving and woods carry the dry, woody part. Hyacinth adds a soft floral note and white pepper a light spice. A smoky tone runs alongside.

Jaguar for Men Ultimate Power

7.5

Jaguar · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jaguar for Men Ultimate Power is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with mint, lemon and bergamot, and moves into apple, ginger and green leaves. Aquatic and green accords lead, softened by a fruity, sweet side. It settles onto a woody base of patchouli, moss and white woods. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Most voters read it as masculine. Armaf Tag-Him and Afnan Perfumes 9am Dive have a close profile.

Cap d'Antibes

7.2

Eight & Bob · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eight & Bob Cap d'Antibes is a fresh, aquatic and green men's fragrance, softened by sweet and spicy touches. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. It reads masculine, though many also call it modern. It opens cool with mint, birch and violet leaf. The heart of moss, cinnamon and cardamom builds a spicy, green middle. In the base, vanilla adds sweetness, cedar brings woodiness and frankincense adds a quiet depth.

JF (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Floris · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Floris JF Eau de Toilette is a fresh, lightly aquatic men's scent led by citrus and green notes, best suited to spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, fall comes next, and winter is rarely chosen. Daily wear, leisure and the office are the most voted occasions. Voters mostly call it masculine and classic. Creed Erolfa and Adidas Adidas (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile. It opens with lime, bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon beside green notes and herbs, with coriander adding a touch of spice. The heart brings cypress, jasmine and petitgrain, keeping the floral side soft. In the base, musk, amber, moss and cedarwood settle the scent into a woody dry-down.

Pélargonium

7.6

Aedes de Venustas · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aedes de Venustas Pélargonium is a fresh unisex scent that sets citrus, green and spicy notes on a woody base, suited to anyone who wants something light but with character. Bergamot and mandarin orange open it brightly, while Egyptian geranium and clary sage add a green, herbal edge. Black pepper, cardamom and Sichuan pepper absolute carry the spice, with vetiver, cedarwood and gaiac wood forming a dry woody base that elemi resin and moss soften. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters split between masculine and feminine, so it reads as truly unisex.

Eau Océane

6.7

Biotherm · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Biotherm Eau Océane is a fresh, aquatic women's scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for daily wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and the occasions are split almost evenly between daily, leisure, sport and office wear. More voters call it feminine, though a fair number read it as masculine. It opens with watery fruits, lemon and bergamot for a cool citrus feel. The heart brings jasmine sambac and salty notes, giving a sea-breeze freshness. The base of musk, algae, moss, cedar and sand flower ends it on a green, slightly synthetic shoreline tone.

TriBeCa

7.6

Bond No. 9 · 2020

Floral · Green · Sweet

Bond No. 9 TriBeCa is a unisex scent that sets a floral, green body against gourmand sweetness and a creamy feel, and it suits autumn and winter evenings best. It opens with green hazelnut and cocoa absolute; at the heart, cedarwood and jasmine sambac absolute give it a floral, woody balance. The base of moss, caramel and ambroxan keeps the green side going while the caramel softens and sweetens everything. The overall feel is powdery, spicy and slightly synthetic. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Most pick autumn, though winter and spring have plenty of backing too; leisure, night out and evening wear lead the occasions. Close to half of voters read it as feminine. Ramón Monegal #Love Reaction and SweDoft Delilah have a close profile.

EdenFalls

7.2

M. Micallef · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

M. Micallef EdenFalls is a fresh men's fragrance where citrus and flowers meet in a lightly sweet, aquatic-tinged blend. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter well back. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Votes on its character split between masculine and feminine. The top notes are mandarin orange, bergamot and pink pepper, so citrus and a little spice set the first impression. In the heart, jasmine, neroli and coriander add a floral, green side. The base of musk, vanilla, moss and patchouli settles it into a powdery, creamy sweetness.

Qasamat Bareeq

7.6

Rasasi

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq is a unisex scent that opens with green apple, bergamot and orange, moves into a heart of violet, jasmine and saffron, and settles on a warm base of leather, patchouli and musk. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, and also for leisure. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably on either side. A fruity opening with a slightly bitter edge gives way to a floral heart of rose, violet and jasmine. Saffron and clove add spice, caramel adds sweetness. In the dry-down, benzoin, ambergris and cedarwood soften the base, leaving a powdery, creamy warmth.

Cinematic

7.4

Der Duft · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Der Duft Cinematic is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around ylang-ylang, jasmine and cardamom. Citrus and green accords give it a bright feel, carried by lemon and petitgrain. Rose, carnation and jasmine form the floral core, while ginger and cardamom add a spicy edge. Vanilla and coumarin bring sweetness and a powdery, creamy softness, with amber, musk, cashmeran and moss as a woody base. Most voters recommend it for spring, fall and summer, with winter picked by far fewer. Leisure, daily wear and the office get the most votes. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably in between. Perris Monte Carlo Ylang Ylang Nosy Be and Burberry Body Tender have a close profile.

Patrick

8.2

Fragrances of Ireland · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Green

Fragrances of Ireland Patrick is a fresh, green men's fragrance built around carnation, rose and vetiver. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter well behind. Daily wear, leisure and business settings lead the occasion votes. Just over half of voters call it masculine, and a good share also find it classic. It opens with fougère notes, then softens at the heart into carnation, rose and other floral notes. The base of vetiver, patchouli, musk and moss gives it an earthy, woody footing. The overall impression is fresh, green and lightly spicy. Claus Porto 2 - Agua Geranium and Etro New Tradition have a close profile.

Grimoire

8.0

Anatole Lebreton · 2016

Green · Spicy · Woody

Anatole Lebreton Grimoire is a unisex fragrance with a green, spicy and smoky character, leaning woody and earthy. It opens with bergamot, basil and true lavender, fresh and green. In the heart, elemi resin, frankincense and Atlas cedar build a resinous, woody base. Cumin, moss and patchouli add an earthy, slightly animal trail underneath, and musk softens that rough edge. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, with summer less favoured. It leans towards leisure time and evenings, and fewer voters see it as an office scent. Most read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême and Franck Boclet Ashes have a close profile.

Acqua di Scandola

7.5

Parfum d'Empire · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Parfum d'Empire Acqua di Scandola is a salty, green unisex scent that leans towards summer and spring, for leisure and everyday wear. Most voters pick summer, then spring, while fall and winter stay well behind. Leisure, daily use and work are the occasions named most often. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, but it doesn't shut out either gender. The scent is built from juniper, immortelle, algae and moss. A fresh, citrusy feel meets aquatic and green tones, with the algae and moss giving a briny, damp texture. Juniper and immortelle add a light spicy, woody dryness. Acqua di Parma Mirto di Panarea and Heeley Sel Marin have a close profile.

Wrappings

7.5

Clinique · 1990

Fresh · Floral · Green

Clinique Wrappings is a green, floral chypre: fresh, earthy and woody, and classed as a women's fragrance. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter getting fewer votes. It is chosen mostly for leisure, daily wear and business. Voters lean towards feminine, with classic and masculine following. It opens with mugwort, mace, aldehydes, herbaceous notes and lavender. The heart builds a floral body from jasmine, rose, hyacinth, carnation, cyclamen and sandalwood. The base of moss, patchouli, cedar, musk and leather brings dryness and earth. Courrèges in Blue and Safari for Men have a close profile.