The Perfume Library

Effusion Woman

6.7

Iceberg · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Iceberg Effusion Woman is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for women that flows into a floral, fruity and lightly sweet body; it has been discontinued. Kiwi, peach, grapefruit and passion fruit make a bright, juicy start. In the heart, nutmeg, cardamom, violet and rose add a spicy, powdery floral touch. Sandalwood, cedar, musk, gaiac wood and vanilla build a woody base and sweeten the finish, with a synthetic edge among the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Voters mostly find it feminine, followed by modern.

Widdringtonia

6.9

The Body Shop · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Body Shop Widdringtonia is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, spicy opening of bergamot and black pepper over a woody base of vetiver, patchouli and cedar. Artemisia, bergamot and black pepper lead, and the citrus and green touches give a fresh, peppery start. In the heart, nutmeg, sage and geranium soften the spice. The base is woody, built on vetiver, patchouli, Clanwilliam cedar and benzoin, with the benzoin adding a faintly sweet, creamy edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It sits between masculine and feminine, reading slightly more masculine. It has been discontinued.

Jeune Homme / Eau pour Le Jeune Homme

7.5

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Jeune Homme / Eau pour Le Jeune Homme opens with lemon, Brazilian orange and bergamot, a fresh, green chypre that moves into neroli and spice. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall behind them. It suits leisure, work and daily wear; more voters call it masculine, though it is unisex. Citrus comes first: lemon, Brazilian orange, bergamot. At the heart, neroli, nutmeg, ginger, rosemary and coriander add a floral, spicy edge. The base of musk and sandalwood dries to a soft, powdery woodiness. Dior Cologne Royale and Givenchy Gentleman Givenchy Cologne have a close profile.

Jaspé

4.8

Téo Cabanel · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Téo Cabanel Jaspé is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, with green and aquatic touches over a spicy, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and business the leading occasions, and it reads masculine. Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Sport and Burberry Mr. Burberry (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile. Bergamot, lavender and grapefruit open it bright and clean. Nutmeg, cardamom and geranium bring spice to the heart, and it dries down to vetiver, leather, papyrus and sandalwood, a woody, slightly dry base.

Ottoman Empire Part II (Extrait de Parfum)

8.7

Areej Le Doré · 2019

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Extrait de Parfum

Areej Le Doré Ottoman Empire Part II Extrait de Parfum is a dense unisex scent of rose, spice and oud that suits autumn and winter evenings best; it has been discontinued. It opens with Jamaican pepper and cardamom beside jasmine and Indian, Bulgarian, Georgian and Afghan roses. In the heart, frangipani, Assam and Indian oud, saffron attar, cinnamon and nutmeg build a spicy, resinous depth. Myrrh, amber, sandalwood and oakmoss carry the woody, animalic tone into the base. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening or a night out; daytime and office wear are rarely chosen. It reads more masculine than feminine, with a classic leaning. Ottoman Empire and Ottoman Empire IV have a close profile.

Fearless

7.6

Cristiano Ronaldo · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Cristiano Ronaldo Fearless is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits summer and autumn, and sits comfortably in leisure and office settings. It opens with longoza, violet leaf, grapefruit and bay leaf, fresh with a slightly bitter edge. In the heart, nutmeg adds spice while violet and Madagascan geranium bring a soft floral touch. The base turns sweeter with tonka bean and vanilla, resting on a woody, slightly synthetic ground of Ambrostar and cashmeran. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Most voters pick summer and fall, and mention it most often for leisure, business and daily wear. It is made for men, and Versace Eros Flame and Dior Sauvage Parfum have a close profile.

Spezieria Officinale - Noor

8.0

DFG 1924 · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

DFG 1924 Spezieria Officinale - Noor is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that sets the brightness of mandarin orange and orange against warm cinnamon and nutmeg. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring in third place. It is chosen mostly for evenings, nights out and leisure time. In the character votes feminine sits slightly ahead, though masculine is not far behind. It opens with mandarin orange and orange giving a fruity lift. Nutmeg and cinnamon bring the spice in the heart. The base of sandalwood, myrrh, patchouli, frankincense and vanilla builds a woody, resinous, creamy footing, and the gourmand sweetness is softened by a powdery, slightly smoky tone. The overall picture is fruity, spicy and oriental.

Vanille de Sambava

8.2

Noème · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Noème Vanille de Sambava is a sweet, gourmand unisex fragrance that suits evenings and nights out. It opens with bergamot, orange and apple for a fruity brightness, softened by coconut. Cinnamon, nutmeg and chocolate bring warm, sweet spice to the heart. The base of tonka bean, vanilla and rum takes over, settling into a creamy, powdery sweetness with a light woody edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick it for nights out and evenings, with daily wear a step behind. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Fragonard Héliotrope Gingembre and Pierre Guillaume 31 Tonka Bodykon have a close profile.

Emporio Armani Remix for Him

6.8

Giorgio Armani · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani Remix for Him is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a sweet, spicy side, leaning towards daily and office wear. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, while winter trails behind. It is placed mostly in leisure, business and daily wear, and reads masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, basil and star anise. In the heart, nutmeg, cardamom and lily of the valley soften the spice with a floral touch. White musk, clove and vetiver dry down at the base, leaving an impression that is fresh, sweet and slightly synthetic.

I Love New York for Holidays

7.0

Bond No. 9 · 2013

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Bond No. 9 I Love New York for Holidays is a unisex scent that sets the sweet fruit of pomegranate, apricot and mandarin orange against leather and praliné; it has been discontinued. Pomegranate, apricot and mandarin orange open it. Nutmeg, freesia and fennel add a spicy heart. The base of praliné, leather, patchouli and musk leaves it creamy, gourmand and a little leathery. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though it also suits daily and leisure wear. It reads more feminine than masculine to most. Lengling No 7 Sekushi Supreme and Parfums de Marly Eragon have a close profile.

Silver Wood

7.8

Korloff · 2016

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Korloff Silver Wood is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that opens on lavender, cinnamon and cardamom and holds fig and nutmeg at its heart; it has been discontinued. The top is lavender, cinnamon and cardamom: the lavender reads green and fresh, while cinnamon and cardamom add spice. In the heart, fig brings a fruity sweetness and nutmeg adds warmth. The base of patchouli, Brazilian rosewood and labdanum settles into a woody, powdery, creamy finish, with a light gourmand touch. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick winter and fall, then spring, while summer comes last. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and it also works in an office. Most voters call its character masculine. S.T. Dupont Noir and Al Wataniah Massad share a close profile.

Cumbria

8.0

The Dua Brand · 2020

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

The Dua Brand Cumbria is a sweet, gourmand and creamy unisex scent, with vanilla and tonka bean warmed by spice and a touch of smoke. Vanilla and tonka bean lead, while patchouli and nutmeg add a spicy, faintly smoky depth, and green apple lightens the weight a little. Rose stays in the background, softening the oriental build. The overall impression is creamy, dense and somewhat synthetic. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, so a light hand is enough. It suits both men and women who like heavy, sweet scents. Parfums de Marly Carlisle and Dior Fève Délicieuse have a close profile.

Kinam

8.2

Clive Christian · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Clive Christian Kinam is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral opening with a sweet, spicy and woody depth. The top notes are nutmeg, saffron and davana, giving a spicy, fruity start. In the heart, osmanthus, rosa centifolia and metallic notes bring a floral, aquatic and slightly synthetic brightness. The base of sandalwood, amber and kyara oud settles into a creamy, smoky, oriental warmth. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women. Value for money gets only a middling rating from voters.

Jacomo for Men

7.6

Jacomo · 2007

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Jacomo for Men is a men's fragrance that sets spice against fruit and coffee, leaning sweet yet staying fresh; it has been discontinued. It opens with black pepper, pimento and nutmeg, brightened by citron. In the heart, plum and pineapple add a fruity sweetness. The base of vetiver, coffee, tonka bean and amber settles into a woody, gourmand and slightly powdery finish. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it is chosen mainly for daily wear, work and leisure. Its character is mostly judged masculine. Hugo Boss Boss Soul and Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme have a close profile.

Spicydelice

8.0

J.U.S - Joyau Unique & Sensoriel · 2022

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

J.U.S - Joyau Unique & Sensoriel Spicydelice is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance with a warm, gourmand and woody character, suited to evenings in the colder months. Cinnamon, clove, cardamom and ginger drive the spice, while pink pepper and nutmeg add to it without making it harsh. Vanilla absolute brings the sweetness, and sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver form a woody base. The result reads as an oriental, gourmand scent. Most voters pick fall and winter, and favour evenings and nights out. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards calling it masculine, though it can be worn by anyone. Jesus del Pozo Gold Cedar Nights and Dior Vanilla Diorama have a close profile.

Spice

7.4

Commodity · 2026

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Commodity Spice is a spicy gourmand unisex scent that sets clove, pimento and cardamom against sweetened condensed milk and cinnamon sugar. The top is built from clove, pimento, cardamom, nutmeg and saffron. In the heart, sweetened condensed milk and cinnamon sugar make it creamy and sweet. Tonka bean and sandalwood in the base soften the spices and leave a warm, woody finish. Most voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Evening and night out are the most chosen occasions, with leisure and daily wear taking the remaining votes. Tom Ford Noir Extreme and Casamorati Italica have a close profile.

L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau Essentielle

6.6

Issey Miyake · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau Essentielle is a fresh, citrusy, aquatic men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Mandarin orange and ginger lead, then Provençal lavender and nutmeg give the heart a lightly spicy, floral edge. Gaiac wood settles underneath as a woody base. The green and aquatic accords keep the whole thing cool and clean. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it keeps you company through the day without announcing itself. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring, and name leisure, daily wear and the office as the usual settings. Most voters read it as masculine, with a modern feel.

Mandarino

7.5

Lubin · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lubin Mandarino is a fresh, fruity citrus scent with a light sweetness and a green edge, suited to relaxed spring and summer days. It opens with a bright citrus layer of mandarin orange, bergamot and orange. In the heart, jasmine sambac, freesia and kumquat push that freshness towards something floral and fruity. Nutmeg, sandalwood and white musk soften the base into a light woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate: a quiet scent rather than a loud one. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, work and daytime wear lead the occasions. It is unisex, though somewhat more voters read it as feminine. Linari Eleganza Luminosa and Roads This Weekend have a close profile.

Black

5.1

Superdry · 2011

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Superdry Black is a men's fragrance where citrus and spice meet leather, moss and frankincense, leaving a slightly smoky, sweet-leaning impression. Longevity is rated weak and sillage moderate. Most voters point to leisure, daily wear and the office, with some votes for nights out and evenings. It reads clearly masculine. Lemon and fruits open it fresh. In the heart, lavender, thyme, coriander and nutmeg build a spicy backbone, softened by a floral touch of jasmine. The base of frankincense, leather, sandalwood and moss turns woody, resinous and smoky.

Gingerbread

8.1

Pineward · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Pineward Gingerbread is a warm, sweet unisex gourmand led by cinnamon, ginger and molasses. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote counts are small, so that picture is tentative. There is no clear lean towards a season or occasion, but the sweet, spicy build suits cooler weather. Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove form a spicy frame. Molasses, brown sugar and vanilla sweeten it, while cream, milk and butter keep it soft and creamy. Eastern black walnut and wheat absolute add a faintly woody, baked touch. Theodoros Kalotinis Gingerbread Dough and Kilian Intoxicated have a close profile.

Hierba Nera

7.1

Coreterno · 2019

Green · Spicy · Woody

Coreterno Hierba Nera is a green, spicy and woody unisex fragrance, with resinous and smoky tones that give it a serious character. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer chosen less often. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and is also picked for nights out and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens with bergamot, nutmeg and marijuana, which bring the green and spicy side. In the heart, frankincense, amber, labdanum and elemi resin deepen it into something resinous and smoky, while cedarwood sets the woody frame. Oud, musk and oak weigh heaviest in the base, and Texas cedar and Atlas cedar keep it dry.

Moa´

7.6

Mirko Buffini · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Mirko Buffini Moa´ is a sweet, spicy floral-woody scent with powdery, creamy and oriental touches, unisex in character and best suited to fall and winter days. Most voters find its longevity good, while the sillage stays moderate. Fall and winter lead, with spring close behind; it is chosen most for leisure time and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it sits comfortably on either side. It opens with spices, nutmeg and cinnamon, and jasmine, lily of the valley and lavender bring a soft floral heart. In the base, cedarwood, sandalwood, cashmere wood and musk settle the sweet spice into a creamy, woody ground. Initio Rehab and Agent Provocateur Blue Silk have a close profile.

Maverick (2024)

9.0

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Aaron Terence Hughes Maverick (2024) is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh opening of bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon with the sweetness of tonka bean and vanilla; it has been discontinued. The three citrus notes lead at the start. Apple and plum then add a soft fruitiness in the heart, while tonka bean and vanilla pull the scent towards a creamy, gourmand side. The base of nutmeg, cedarwood, patchouli and white musk settles into a spicy, woody and powdery foundation. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong, so it lasts well and carries around the wearer. Its balance between fresh and sweet suits men and women alike. Close in profile are Aaron Terence Hughes Maverick (2023) and Maverick (2021).

Calycanthus Brumae

6.9

Acqua di Stresa · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Stresa Calycanthus Brumae opens with ginger, camphor and black pepper, then moves into a honeysuckle heart: a fresh, spicy fragrance made for men. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it neither dominates nor fades quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads mainly masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. The opening is cool and peppery, with ginger, camphor and black pepper. Honeysuckle and calycanthus bring a soft floral heart, while the citrus, green and aquatic accords keep it fresh. Frankincense and nutmeg close it with a warm, spicy base. Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau Essentielle and Ralph Lauren Polo Sport (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.