The Perfume Library

Douro Eau de Portugal

8.1

Penhaligon's · 1985

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Penhaligon's Douro Eau de Portugal opens with bergamot, lime and lavender, and carries that fresh citrus into a powdery fougère of oakmoss and sandalwood. Geranium, mandarin orange, lemon and basil give the top a green, lightly spicy edge. In the heart, neroli and lily of the valley soften the floral side. The base of labdanum, sandalwood, oakmoss and musk dries down woody and powdery. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and they wear it mainly for daily life, business and leisure. It is sold as a men's fragrance, and voters mostly call it masculine and classic. Loewe pour Homme and Penhaligon's Quercus have a close profile.

Capucine

7.7

Chloé · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Chloé Capucine is a fresh, floral women's fragrance led by citrus and green notes; it has been discontinued, but its light character suits spring and summer days. It opens with bergamot, neroli, lemon and juniper berry for a bright citrus feel, while galbanum and sage add a green, slightly spicy edge. In the heart, nasturtium, rose, jasmine and lily of the valley soften it into something floral. Ambroxan and musk dry it down onto a woody, powdery base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads as a quiet scent. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. A feminine character dominates. Penhaligon's Lily of the Valley and Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza have a close profile.

Authentic Moment Man

7.6

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abercrombie & Fitch Authentic Moment Man is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that settles into a sweet, woody base, with an easy, everyday feel. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter and summer a little behind. Leisure and daily wear lead, and it also works for the office. Voters read it as masculine and modern. The top is bergamot, apple, cypress and cinnamon: fresh, fruity and lightly spiced. Neroli in the heart adds a soft floral touch. The base of musk, sandalwood, amberwood and vanilla makes it sweet and woody. Dunhill Desire for a Man (Eau de Toilette) and Lacoste Pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Knize Two (Toilet Water)

7.0

Knize · 1978

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Knize Two is a men's scent that leans towards spring and summer and daytime or leisure wear, pairing the freshness of lemon and green leaves with a floral heart and a woody base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so the scent stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with fall not far behind and winter chosen least. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most voted occasions. Though classed as masculine, a share of voters find it feminine, and many call it classic. It opens with lemon, galbanum, neroli and green leaves, a fresh and sharply green start. Jasmine, violet, lily of the valley and rose bring a soft floral heart. The base of cedarwood, amber, patchouli, musk and oakmoss settles it onto a woody, spicy footing.

Girl

7.0

Rochas · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rochas Girl is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance that opens on blackcurrant, pink pepper and neroli. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear, with business use close behind. Most voters call it feminine and modern. The fruity, citrus opening gives way to orange blossom, orchid and jasmine in the heart. Cedarwood, sandalwood and vanilla form the base, adding a woody, sweet warmth. Jardin Bohème Épisode Romantique and Naomi Campbell Bohemian Garden have a close profile.

Larissa

7.7

Harry Lehmann

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Harry Lehmann Larissa is a floral and sweet scent with a spicy, powdery oriental lean. Mint and bergamot bring a fresh coolness, while lavender and neroli pull it toward the floral side. Cardamom adds a spicy note, and tonka bean and vanilla sweeten the whole into a soft, powdery finish. Woody notes sit quietly underneath as a steadying base. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it suits evenings, leisure time and nights out. Though classed as a men's fragrance, the largest share of voters finds it feminine.

Et Voilà

5.8

Téo Cabanel · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

Téo Cabanel Et Voilà is a fresh, floral and powdery unisex scent with a creamy softness, leaning towards spring and summer days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office, with evening further behind. It reads more feminine than masculine, though a fair number of voters find it masculine. The top opens with fresh notes, neroli and aldehydes. In the heart, white blossoms, rose and heliotrope build a floral body. The base of white musk and sandalwood softens everything into a creamy, powdery finish. Van Cleef & Arpels Musc de Soie and Byredo Blanche (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Acqua di Sicilia

7.8

Santa Maria Novella · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Santa Maria Novella Acqua di Sicilia is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent built around neroli, Sicilian lemon and Calabrian bergamot. Most voters pick summer and spring, and the occasions named most often are leisure, daily wear and business. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it works as a light, clean companion through the day. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level, so it leans neither way. It opens with neroli, lemon and bergamot giving a bright, slightly fruity citrus. In the heart, petitgrain and rosemary add a green, herbal touch while the floral and spicy sides stay in the background. Sumatran benzoin in the base softens everything with a resinous, woody warmth. D. R. Harris Traditional and Ermenegildo Zegna Acqua di Bergamotto have a close profile.

Haitian Vetiver

7.8

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ermenegildo Zegna Haitian Vetiver is a masculine fragrance that ties a fresh, green character to an earthy, smoky woodiness; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, spring and summer, with fewer choosing winter. Daily wear, business and leisure lead, and evening is not far behind. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number call it classic. The scent works as a whole: bergamot and neroli open a bright citrus ground, while vetiver, carrot seed and iris add green, spicy, earthy and faintly smoky notes. The result is a dry, woody, serious freshness. Those who like vetiver may also look at Givenchy Vetyver and Guerlain Vetiver Extreme.

Soleil Piquant

7.6

By Terry · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

By Terry Soleil Piquant is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, with a floral heart softened by a sweet, creamy base. It opens bright with sea breeze, mandarin orange and bergamot, while orange blossom brings the floral side in right away. In the heart, almond blossom, iris and neroli lead, and the spicy, fruity touches show up here too. Vanilla adds sweetness in the base, and patchouli and vetiver settle it onto a dry, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn trailing behind. It is used mostly for business, leisure and daily wear, and it also gets votes for evening and night out. Voters find it clearly feminine. Xerjoff Nero70 and Les Eaux Primordiales Néroli have a close profile.

So Nude (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Costume National · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Costume National So Nude Eau de Parfum opens with cardamom and neroli and moves into a floral heart of ylang-ylang, tuberose and damask rose, a fresh, powdery scent for women. Cardamom, neroli and cumin start it off with a spicy freshness. In the heart, ylang-ylang, tuberose and damask rose form a floral core, while patchouli, Virginia cedar and sandalwood add a woody base. The fruity and sweet sides soften into a creamy, powdery texture. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daytime, leisure and office wear. Most voters find it feminine. Amouage Reflection Man and Hermès Twilly d'Hermès Eau de Parfum have a close profile.

02 Owari

7.5

Odin New York · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Odin New York 02 Owari is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens on bergamot, grapefruit leaf and Japanese mandarin orange. Bright citrus leads at the top. In the heart, amyris, cubeb and neroli add a green, lightly spicy and floral touch, and the base of cedarwood, amber and Tonkin musk settles it onto a soft, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads somewhat more masculine than feminine, though plenty of voters call it feminine. Al Haramain Neroli Canvas and Roger & Gallet Bois d'Orange have a close profile.

Lady Million Eau My Gold!

6.3

Rabanne · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rabanne Lady Million Eau My Gold! is a fresh, sweet women's fragrance that opens with bright mandarin orange, bergamot and grapefruit, then softens into orange blossom and violet. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and reads as feminine and modern. The opening is led by citrus and neroli, while mango keeps a fruity sweetness running through the scent. The heart adds a floral softness of orange blossom and violet. In the base, amber, cedar, sandalwood and musk give it a warm, woody footing. Created by Anne Flipo, it has a close profile to Flavia Cygnus pour Femme and Hugo Boss Boss Woman.

Basil & Neroli (Cologne)

7.5

Jo Malone · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Basil & Neroli is a fresh, green cologne with citrus, a light spice and floral touches, a unisex scent suited to daytime wear in summer and spring. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. More voters call it feminine, though a good share read it as masculine. It opens on basil, moves to neroli in the heart and rests on white musk. The fresh, green side leads, with citrus and spice keeping it bright and a creamy softness underneath. Cologne Précieuse and Bvlgari Le Gemme Opalon have a close profile.

L'Eau Jolie

6.5

Lolita Lempicka · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Lolita Lempicka L'Eau Jolie is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with nashi pear and blackcurrant, giving a fruity freshness. Peony, peach blossom and neroli soften the heart with floral notes, while green and powdery touches keep the sweetness in check. Musk, cedar and sandalwood settle it onto a calm, lightly woody base. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the wearer rather than filling a room. Most voters find it feminine and modern. Cacharel Promesse and Annayake Hanami have a close profile.

Entre Naranjos

7.1

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ramón Monegal Entre Naranjos is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, with green and sweet sides as well. Spearmint, green mandarin orange and orange give it a bright opening. In the heart, neroli adds a soft floral note, while cedarwood and cinnamon leave a woody, spicy trace. Patchouli, vanilla and amber sweeten the base and settle it on an earthy footing. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close and quiet. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it reads comfortably either way. Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street and Xerjoff Renaissance have a close profile.

Take Me Back to Marrakech

8.1

Marrakech Imperial · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marrakech Imperial Take Me Back to Marrakech is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and few choose winter. It is seen as a fit for leisure, daily wear and the office. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though it is unisex. It opens with green notes, blackcurrant and bitter orange. The heart brings orange blossom, neroli, pineapple and pink pepper, where the floral and fruity sides come through. Amber, patchouli and musk in the base sweeten and soften it. Penhaligon's Empressa (Eau de Parfum) and Sylvaine Delacourte Oranzo have a close profile.

Ô Féminin

7.5

M. Micallef · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

M. Micallef Ô Féminin is a feminine scent that sets a fresh, green citrus against a soft, creamy floral sweetness, and it leans towards daily wear and the warmer seasons. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is the least chosen season. It is mostly worn for daily use, leisure and the office, with evening a step behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters find it feminine. It opens with the bright citrus of bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, held together by petitgrain and pink pepper. In the heart, jasmine, neroli and rose add a soft floral note. In the base, vanilla, musk and sandalwood settle it onto a creamy, sweet footing, with patchouli staying in the background.

Tennis Club

7.3

Carner · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Carner Tennis Club is a unisex fragrance that pairs the fresh citrus of blood orange, Italian bergamot and petitgrain with orange blossom and neroli. It opens with blood orange and bergamot in front, while petitgrain adds a green edge. In the heart, orange blossom, neroli and marine notes bring a floral, aquatic freshness. The base of cedarwood, solar note and musk settles it onto a soft, clean footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it is picked most for leisure, daily wear and the office. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine. Close in profile are d'Annam Phu Quoc and Monotheme Tropical Bamboo.

La Yuqawam Tobacco Blaze

7.4

Rasasi · 2013

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Rasasi La Yuqawam Tobacco Blaze is a smoky, resinous men's fragrance that sets the sweet spice of apricot and saffron against Indian oud, patchouli and leather. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring a distant third. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and sits close to leisure wear too. Most voters read it as masculine. The top opens with neroli, saffron and lily of the valley. In the heart, coumarin, cedar, violet, apricot and amber build a sweet, fruity warmth. The base of Indian oud, patchouli and leather leaves a woody, smoky, leathery weight. Laboratorio Olfattivo Nerotic and Gucci Gucci Intense Oud have a close profile.

Van Cleef (1993) (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Van Cleef & Arpels · 1993

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Van Cleef & Arpels Van Cleef is a floral, sweet and powdery women's scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings and nights out; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot and neroli alongside galbanum and raspberry, giving a fruity, slightly green first impression. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose and heliotrope form a floral core, with carnation adding the spicy accord. The base of musk, tonka bean, cedar and vanilla sweetens it and closes on a woody, oriental, powdery warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Voters mostly see it as feminine and classic. Stetson Lady Stetson and Jean Paul Gaultier Fragile have a close profile.

Paranà

7.7

Bois 1920 · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bois 1920 Paranà is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy opening against spicy, floral and smoky-woody depths. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, with fall close behind, and it is most often chosen for daily wear, leisure and the office. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as masculine, though it stays unisex. Rancé 1795 Heroïque and Creed Aventus have a close profile. Cardamom, Italian bergamot and galbanum open fresh and green, while blackcurrant and birch add a fruity, faintly smoky edge. At the heart, Moroccan jasmine, neroli and rose soften things with flowers. The base of vetiver, amber, patchouli, white musk and oakmoss settles into a dry, woody finish.

Passion for Men (Cologne)

7.8

Elizabeth Taylor · 1989

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Elizabeth Taylor Passion for Men (Cologne) is a floral, spicy men's fragrance that opens on bergamot and lavender and settles into vanilla and patchouli; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. Evening and night-out wear lead, with business and daily use also named. Most voters call it masculine and classic. The top of bergamot, lavender and neroli is fresh, while nutmeg and jasmine in the heart set spice against a soft floral note. The base of vetiver, patchouli, musk and vanilla leaves it sweet, powdery, woody and faintly earthy.

Tag-Her (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Armaf

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Armaf Tag-Her Eau de Parfum is a women's scent that pairs a fresh opening of neroli, bergamot and pink pepper with a floral heart of jasmine, rose and orange blossom, settling onto vanilla and caramel. It begins with citrusy neroli and bergamot, with pink pepper adding a light sharpness. The heart brings together honeysuckle, jasmine, iris, rose and orange blossom in a floral blend. In the dry-down, labdanum, vanilla, caramel and musk sweeten it, leaving a creamy, gourmand softness. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office are the occasions named most. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. Moudon Seductive and ESSNCE Orange Blossom have a close profile.