The Perfume Library

Giorgio Armani · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Gardénia Antigua is a unisex floral built on gardenia, jasmine and ylang-ylang, brightened by neroli and mandarin, for anyone who likes a green, lightly sweet white flower. It opens fresh and fruity with pink pepper, mandarin orange and neroli, a touch of spice running through it. The heart turns to ylang-ylang, jasmine and gardenia, leaning green, sweet and creamy. Patchouli, white musk and ambergris close it with a soft, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and the office best. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Isabey Fleur Nocturne and M. Micallef EdenFalls have a close profile.

L'oscar

8.5

Roja Parfums · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Roja Parfums L'oscar opens with bergamot, aldehydes and mandarin orange before moving into neroli, May rose and jasmine, a powdery floral made with women in mind. The fresh top gives way to a dense floral heart in which neroli, May rose, violet and orange blossom lead. In the base, tonka bean, iris and musk sweeten it into a creamy softness, while leather and civet leave an animal trace and clove adds spice. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters lean towards fall and winter and towards evening and night out, though it also works in spring and summer. Most call it feminine and classic. Its profile is close to Roja Parfums A Goodnight Kiss and Roja Parfums Karenina.

Big (Body Spray)

Lush · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lush Big (Body Spray) is a fresh, citrusy body spray that suits spring and summer days, with a light floral character that works for women and men alike. Most voters pick spring and summer; autumn comes well behind and winter is chosen least. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some use at the office too. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters call it feminine more often than anything else, though modern and masculine votes are there as well. Sicilian mandarin orange and neroli give it a bright citrus freshness, orange blossom absolute adds the floral side, and vanilla absolute brings a sweet, creamy softness. Fresh, aquatic and green accords come forward, while fruity, spicy and powdery tones stay in the background. Chambre52 Contre Ta Peau and Mizensir Solar Blossom have a close profile.

Vanille Impériale

6.4

Houbigant · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Houbigant Vanille Impériale is a unisex floral-sweet gourmand that sets vanilla against a creamy, powdery backdrop. It opens bright with bergamot, neroli and blood orange. The heart joins rose, jasmine, tuberose and vanilla into a floral whole, and the base of musk, amberwood and amber turns it warm, sweet, woody and oriental. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, and reads mostly feminine, with modern close behind. Madonna Truth or Dare and Bettina Barty Vanilla (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Aramesh

MariaL · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

MariaL Aramesh is a unisex scent for fall and winter evenings, built around sweet, spicy and floral tones; it has been discontinued. Most voters recommend it for fall and for evening or night-out wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Cinnamon, star anise and honey give it a sweet, spicy character. Jasmine absolute, rose absolute and ylang-ylang add a floral layer, while amber, vanilla, sandalwood and musk soften it into something powdery, resinous and woody. Civet adds an animal depth.

Salvatore Ferragamo pour Femme (Eau de Parfum)

Salvatore Ferragamo · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Salvatore Ferragamo pour Femme Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral scent that pairs bright citrus with a green, powdery backdrop, and it suits spring and summer days best. It has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily and office wear leading, followed by leisure. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, while some call it classic or modern. The top opens with bergamot, grapefruit, neroli and green leaves. At the heart, peony, iris, rose and nutmeg set florals against a little spice. The base leaves a soft, woody floor of sandalwood, vetiver, musk and cedar. Chanel 1932 and Frapin Esprit de Fleurs have a close profile.

Something Blue

7.0

Oscar de la Renta · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Oscar de la Renta Something Blue is a fresh, lightly sweet and powdery women's fragrance built on citrus and white flowers; it has been discontinued. It opens with neroli, mandarin orange and Italian bergamot for a bright citrus lift, softened by linden blossom. In the heart, stephanotis, narcissus, lily of the valley and lychee add a floral, fruity side. The base of ambergris, Bourbon vanilla and white musk settles into a sweet, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads mostly feminine, with some voters calling it modern.

Limon de Cordoza

7.0

The Different Company · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Different Company Limon de Cordoza is a fresh, green unisex scent built around mandarin orange zest, mint and bitter orange. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and leaves a light trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads as open to both. The citrus accord leads: mandarin orange zest and bitter orange, cooled by mint and sharpened with a touch of black pepper. Freesia and neroli add a soft floral note in the heart. Vetiver, gaiac wood and patchouli finish it on a dry, woody base.

Chypress

7.8

Floris · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Floris Chypress is a fresh, floral chypre that pairs lemon, bergamot and neroli with jasmine and rose. Chypress lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters point to spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office as the usual settings. It is made for women, and most voters read it as feminine. Lemon, bergamot, orange and neroli open it brightly. At the heart, jasmine, osmanthus, rose and ylang-ylang add a soft floral body, with green and spicy accords running through. Patchouli, amber, musk and vanilla sweeten the base gently.

Ungaro pour L'Homme II (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Emanuel Ungaro · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Emanuel Ungaro's Ungaro pour L'Homme II Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning men's fragrance that sets fresh citrus against a spicy, woody and animalic base; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and spring, though winter is a fair match too. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, with a good share calling it classic. It opens with bergamot, lemon, orange and coriander for a fresh citrus lift, with lavender and basil adding a green edge. Pepper, ginger and rose lead the heart. The base of leather, sandalwood, patchouli and vanilla settles into a sweet, resinous, leathery warmth.

Vétiver Nocturne Absolu

Bortnikoff · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bortnikoff Vétiver Nocturne Absolu is a green, earthy chypre with a fresh edge and a resinous, woody depth, made for anyone. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate to good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer and winter further behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and fits the office too. Voters tend to read it as masculine and classic. It opens with neroli and Java vetiver, fresh and green. The heart brings jasmine sambac, champaca and sandalwood for a soft floral note, while Indian vetiver keeps the earthy line going. The base settles into myrrh, oud and oakmoss, adding resinous, woody depth. Bortnikoff Attar Vétiver Nocturne and Bortnikoff Vétiver Nocturne have a close profile.

Moorea

6.5

Simone Andreoli · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Simone Andreoli Moorea is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with soft florals and a marine breeze. Bergamot, lime and neroli open alongside marine notes for a bright start. In the heart, tiaré, narcissus and ylang-ylang add a creamy floral side, while violet leaf absolute brings a green edge. Vetiver, patchouli and amber in the base sweeten and ground it gently. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Though unisex, it reads mostly feminine, with a modern feel. Orlov Sea of Light and Widian Lily have a close profile.

Neroli

8.0

Roja Parfums

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Neroli is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around bergamot, petitgrain, neroli and orange blossom; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily and office wear lead the occasions. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Voters read it as feminine more often than masculine, though a fair share call it masculine. It opens with bergamot, orange and lemon for citrus brightness, while petitgrain adds a green edge. In the heart, neroli and orange blossom soften with violet and geranium. The base of musk, frankincense and oakmoss leaves a powdery, lightly spicy finish.

Karus Blu Spice

Khadlaj · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Khadlaj Karus Blu Spice, released in 2024, is a unisex scent that lays spice and a touch of smoke over a fresh, citrusy base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn trailing behind. Daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions, while sport and evening are chosen less. The largest share of voters calls it masculine, followed by modern, and some call it feminine. The top opens with tea and bergamot, fresh and citrusy. In the heart, ginger, cinnamon and neroli bring the spice forward. The base of amberwood, frankincense and gaiac wood sets a smoky, woody ground, while aquatic and fruity touches round it out. Victory Radiant and Sorvella Neroli & Citron have a close profile.

Hei (Eau de Toilette)

Alfred Sung · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Alfred Sung Hei Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens with bergamot, aquatic notes and bamboo leaf. The opening pairs the green coolness of bamboo leaf and bergamot with aquatic notes. The heart brings a soft floral touch from neroli, lavender and jasmine, with fennel and cardamom adding a light spice. In the base, mahogany, cedarwood and crystal musk give it a woody footing, while tonka bean and amber sweeten it slightly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a light but noticeable trail. Most voters find it masculine, though many also call it modern. Chopard Heaven and Christian Provenzano Inspirato have a close profile.

Vetiver / Golden Vetiver

Daniel Josier · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Daniel Josier Vetiver / Golden Vetiver is a fresh, green and earthy unisex scent that sets bright citrus against the dry, woody character of vetiver. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, it carries comfortably in summer, and winter is the least chosen season. It suits work and daily wear best, with leisure close behind. More than half of voters read it as masculine, though it is presented as unisex. Bergamot, grapefruit and orange leaf give a bright citrus opening. In the heart, geranium, neroli and violet add a soft floral touch, while pink pepper, pepper and patchouli bring a spicy, earthy edge. Vetiver, cedar and oakmoss dominate the base, with benzoin and musk softening that dry, woody ground.

Lillà Lillà

L'Erbolario · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

L'Erbolario Lillà Lillà is a floral, fruity scent that leans sweet and powdery, and reads as a perfume for women. It projects at a moderate level and lasts well. Most voters pick autumn and spring for it, and leisure and evening wear come up most often. Most voters also call its character feminine. It opens bright and fruity with bergamot, orange, neroli and peach, with cardamom adding a light spice. In the heart, lilac absolute and violet carry the floral side while tonka bean softens the sweetness. The base of vanilla, white musk and amber settles into a warm, powdery finish.

Musc Blanc & Lin

Berdoues · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Berdoues Musc Blanc & Lin is a clean, soft feminine scent built around neroli, cotton flower and white musk. Neroli opens with a fresh floral lift, and cotton flower comes forward in the heart. Cashmere wood and white musk set the base, leaving it powdery, creamy and slightly sweet; the overall feel is fresh and clean, with a somewhat synthetic edge. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, while autumn and winter stay in the background. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and is chosen less for evenings and nights out. Most votes call it feminine. Juliette Has A Gun Musc Invisible and Shay & Blue Cotton Flower have a close profile.

Esterel

Harry Lehmann

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Harry Lehmann Esterel is a fresh, floral unisex scent led by citrus and green tones, leaning towards summer and spring days. Neroli and lemon give it a bright, fruity lift. Pink pepper adds a light spicy edge to that freshness, while vetiver and musk set a soft, woody base underneath. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, and it sits comfortably on either. Al Haramain Neroli Canvas and Dior Cologne Royale have a close profile.

Attraction Fatale

6.8

Ryziger Parfums · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ryziger Parfums Attraction Fatale is a masculine fragrance that opens on neroli, mandarin orange and rum, then settles into vanilla, sandalwood and amber, with a floral, sweet character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring further back and summer least chosen. It is mostly linked to nights out and evenings. Voters lean towards masculine and modern, though a fair number call it feminine. The opening is a bright, fruity floral of neroli and mandarin orange, with rum adding a sweet warmth. In the heart, jasmine and rose carry the floral side while nutmeg and black pepper bring spice. Cedarwood and sandalwood form a woody base, and vanilla, musk and amber turn it creamy, gourmand and slightly smoky.

Vetiver

Lorenzo Villoresi · 1994

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Lorenzo Villoresi Vetiver is a green, earthy men's fragrance that suits fall and winter days; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh with bergamot, bitter orange, mint and lavender, while galbanum adds a green edge. In the heart, sage, nutmeg and cumin bring spice. The base settles on vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli, giving a woody, smoky, resinous footing. Most voters pick fall, then winter; leisure and daytime wear lead, though evening and office use also get votes. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. About half of voters call it masculine, and it reads as classic. Lorenzo Villoresi Vintage Collection - Vetiver has a close profile.

Belle de Paris

Fragonard · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Green

Fragonard Belle de Paris is a fresh, green floral with a powdery, lightly spicy side, leaning towards spring and daytime wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with few choosing winter. Leisure, daily wear and the office get the most votes, and most voters read it as feminine. The top opens with pear, green mandarin orange and neroli. In the heart, orris absolute, frankincense and violet add a powdery, softly spicy note. White cedar and musk dry it down to a clean, woody base. Heeley Iris de Nuit and Vyrao I am Verdant have a close profile.

White Plumage / Paradox