The Perfume Library

Animale Animale for Men

7.4

Animale · 1994

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Animale Animale for Men is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance led by amber, honey and vanilla, with pineapple and lemon adding a fruity edge; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base: amber, honey and vanilla carry the sweetness, nutmeg and tobacco add a spicy warmth, and sandalwood and cedar set a woody floor. Patchouli and musk stay in the background. The accords also lean fruity, gourmand, oriental, animalic and powdery. Voters find both its longevity and sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, while summer trails far behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, with business wear getting the fewest votes. Most voters read it as masculine. Rochas Rochas Man and Joop! Le Bain have a close profile.

Uncut Gem

6.4

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Uncut Gem is a masculine scent that sets the spicy freshness of ginger, nutmeg and bergamot against leather and frankincense. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer next, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Voters mainly see it as masculine, with classic and modern close behind. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot, ginger and nutmeg, fresh, citrusy and spicy. The heart turns resinous and leathery with magnolia, leather, labdanum and frankincense, while vetiver carries the green side. The base of Ambrocenide® and musk leaves a woody, synthetic trail.

Black Cashmere

8.1

DKNY · 2002

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

DKNY Black Cashmere is a sweet, spicy, woody-resinous women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, while spring and summer trail far behind. Evenings and nights out are the most common occasions. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with frankincense, saffron and nutmeg, giving a spicy, resinous start. White pepper, clove and rose form the heart, with the rose softening the spice. In the base, Africa wenge wood, patchouli, amber and vanilla take over, drying down into an earthy, smoky, animalic sweetness.

Layla

7.9

Kemi · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Kemi Layla is a floral, oriental unisex scent that pairs the spicy warmth of nutmeg and clove with a sweet base of patchouli, amber and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with nutmeg and clove, which give a warm, spiced start. In the heart, cedar, woody notes and ylang-ylang add a soft floral and woody layer. The base of patchouli, musky notes, amber and vanilla sweetens the scent and gives it an oriental finish, with a fruity tone running through the sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though it is described as unisex. Harry Lehmann Bahia and Electimuss Rhodanthe have a close profile.

Amiri

8.7

Arabian Oud · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Arabian Oud Amiri is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh citrus and spice opening against a sweet, woody base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind and winter getting fewer votes. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings. It reads as masculine and modern. Pink pepper, bergamot and mandarin orange give a bright, citrusy start. In the heart, patchouli, nutmeg and cedar build a spicy, woody backdrop. The base of musk, sandalwood, amber and vanilla softens and sweetens the whole. Ahmed Al Maghribi Amiri and Zyara Spicy Ocean have a close profile.

Golden Green

6.5

Xerjoff · 2019

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Xerjoff Golden Green is a unisex scent that suits fall and winter, pairing fresh and green accords with a sweet, spicy base. Its longevity is rated good while its sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure time and evenings out, and most voters read it as masculine. Coffee, musk and cypriol open it dry and warm. The heart carries pink pepper, nutmeg and cardamom, with juniper berry cooling the spice. In the base, vetiver, leather and cedarwood build a woody, earthy floor, while labdanum and frankincense soften and sweeten it.

Ivoire de Balmain (1980) (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Balmain · 1980

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Balmain Ivoire de Balmain is a chypre-style women's fragrance that opens with citrus and green freshness and settles into powdery florals over a woody base; it has been discontinued. Mandarin orange, bergamot and lemon open bright alongside aldehydes, while violet and chamomile pull that freshness towards green. In the heart, lily of the valley, Turkish rose and jasmine form the floral core, with carnation and cinnamon adding a spicy warmth. The base of sandalwood, vetiver and oakmoss gives an earthy, woody ground, softened by vanilla and musk. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it isn't tied to one setting, from daily wear to evenings out. Most voters call it feminine and classic.

Chipmunk

7.3

Zoologist · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zoologist Chipmunk is a sweet, woody unisex scent built around hazelnut, quince and fir balsam absolute. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for evening and office. Voters are split between masculine and feminine, so it reads as unisex. It opens with quince, cardamom, nutmeg and pink pepper, a spicy, fruity start. Hazelnut and chamomile then soften the sweetness, while fir balsam and oak absolute add a forest feel. The base of vetiver, benzoin and patchouli settles into a warm, resinous, slightly animalic woodiness.

Quorum Silver (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Puig · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Puig Quorum Silver Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that sets a fresh, citrusy opening on a spicy, woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with summer and winter trailing behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, and some call it classic. The top has ginger, bergamot, lavender and mandarin orange, with cardamom and artemisia adding a green edge to the freshness. In the heart, cinnamon, nutmeg and pink pepper bring the spice forward. The base of gaiac wood, cedar, patchouli and amber dries down woody and lightly sweet.

Jungle pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Kenzo · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Kenzo Jungle pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a spicy, woody, slightly sweet body; it has been discontinued. Lime and nutmeg lead, giving a bright, fruity first impression. Maté and cinnamon bring spice to the heart, and cedar, gaiac wood and benzoin settle the base into something woody, resinous and earthy. The sweet, oriental side stays in the background, softening the spice rather than dominating it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though evening and office use also get votes. Half of voters call it masculine. M. Micallef Yellow Sea and Cerruti 1881 Black have a close profile.

The One Royal Night

8.1

Dolce & Gabbana · 2015

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Dolce & Gabbana The One Royal Night is a sweet, spicy fragrance for men that opens with cardamom and basil and settles into the warmth of sandalwood, labdanum and amber. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind. It is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out, and less often for the office or daily wear. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and its character reads mostly masculine and classic. It opens with cardamom and basil giving a spicy start, and nutmeg and wild pear wood soften it at the heart. As it dries, sandalwood, labdanum, amber and cedar take over, leaving a sweet, creamy, resinous and slightly smoky woody-oriental scent.

Fleurs de citronnier

6.9

Serge Lutens · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Serge Lutens Fleurs de citronnier is a fresh, floral unisex scent that sets citrus brightness against a powdery, lightly sweet bouquet. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn some way behind and winter last. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also suits the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters read it as more feminine than masculine, though a fair share call it masculine. The notes read as one whole: lemon blossom and neroli carry the freshness, while tuberose and iris build a floral, powdery base. White honey and musk soften the sweetness, and nutmeg and styrax add a spicy edge. The green and fruity sides stay in the background.

Loafer

7.0

Roberto Ugolini · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Roberto Ugolini Loafer is a unisex scent that ties the spicy freshness of clove and orange to a sweet, creamy base of patchouli, musk and vanilla. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with summer not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it sits comfortably at the office too. Voters read its character as masculine first, then feminine and classic. Clove and orange open with a fresh, spicy lift. Towards the heart, geranium and ylang-ylang add a floral, slightly green note, while nutmeg and amber fill that stage with spiced warmth. In the base, patchouli, musk and vanilla sweeten the scent and settle it into a creamy softness.

Chamade Homme

8.1

Guerlain · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Green

Guerlain Chamade Homme is a fresh, green chypre with floral and spicy touches, a classic-leaning masculine scent that has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter and summer further behind. Night out, leisure and evening lead the occasions, while business and daily wear sit close behind. Most voters read it as masculine. It opens with Italian bergamot and black pepper. In the heart, nutmeg, violet leaf and hyacinth add a floral, powdery greenness. The base of vetiver, precious woods and leather settles into a woody, leathery footing. Lalique Les Compositions Parfumées - Chypre Silver and Balenciaga L'Essence have a close profile.

Emanuele

7.9

Pana Dora · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Pana Dora Emanuele is a fresh, sweet unisex floral built around roses and white flowers. The top is led by Turkish rose, Bulgarian rose, tuberose and bergamot, with nutmeg adding a spicy edge. In the heart, lily of the valley and vanilla sweeten it into something creamy and powdery. Almond, frankincense and vetiver in the base give the floral body a woody footing. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and night outs and leisure are the most named occasions. Half of voters read it as feminine, while many call it modern. Delina and Club de Nuit Impériale have a close profile.

Trussardi Uomo (2011) (Eau de Toilette)

6.1

Trussardi · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Trussardi Uomo is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance where green and spicy tones sit on a leathery, woody base, and it leans towards everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a quiet, close trail. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and daily wear and office are the most chosen occasions. It reads as masculine, with some voters finding it classic and others modern. It opens with lemon, bergamot, nutmeg and galbanum, giving a fresh, green, lightly spicy start. In the heart, clary sage, geranium and violet add a soft floral touch. The base of moss, leather and patchouli settles into a woody, leathery depth. Trussardi Uomo Levriero Collection and Jil Sander Simply (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

For Him Vetiver Musc

7.1

Narciso Rodriguez · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Narciso Rodriguez For Him Vetiver Musc opens with cypress, nutmeg and green cardamom and settles into vetiver and cedarwood, a fresh, green, woody scent for men. The top notes of cypress, nutmeg and green cardamom give a green, lightly spicy start. In the heart, Provençal lavender, musk, red algae and Bourbon geranium add a floral, powdery softness. The base of cedarwood, vetiver and patchouli lays down a woody floor, and the overall impression stays fresh with a touch of sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most see it as masculine and modern. Gucci The Last Day of Summer and Ex Nihilo Bois d'Hiver have a close profile.

Endymion Concentré

7.6

Penhaligon's · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Penhaligon's Endymion Concentré is a fresh yet spicy, leathery men's scent that suits fall and spring best. Sage, bergamot and lavender open it with a clean, herbal feel. Geranium and suede sit in the heart, and frankincense, leather and nutmeg ground it in a woody, lightly sweet, spicy base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, then spring. Leisure, business and evening wear get similar support. Voters read it as masculine and classic. Perfumes with a close profile include Penhaligon's Endymion and Ulric de Varens UDV Star.

Piper Nigrum

7.2

Lorenzo Villoresi · 1999

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Lorenzo Villoresi Piper Nigrum is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and spring, built on a green, spicy and resinous character. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it suits leisure and daily wear best. Voters lean masculine, though it works on anyone. It opens with green notes, dill, citrus and coniferous woods, while aniseed, fennel and peppermint keep it fresh and herbal. In the heart, black pepper, nutmeg, rosemary and clove leaf bring the spice forward. The base of benzoin, myrrh, Atlas cedar and amber settles into a warm, woody, resinous dry-down.

Rose de Taif (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Perris Monte Carlo · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Perris Monte Carlo Rose de Taif Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that opens fresh and citrusy, then settles into a rose-led floral with a sweet, slightly spicy and green edge. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter and summer further behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though leisure wear is common too. Although it is unisex, most voters read it as feminine, and some call it classic. Lemon, geranium and nutmeg give the top a bright, lightly spicy start. Taif rose takes the heart, and musk with damask rose absolute softens and sweetens the base. Green and oriental shades stay in the background.

Ciel Man

7.2

Amouage · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Amouage Ciel Man is a men's fragrance that opens with rose, lavender and bergamot, turns spicy with cinnamon and cardamom, and settles on vetiver and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn not far behind and winter getting the fewest votes. It leans towards daily, leisure and business wear, with evening and night out further back. Most voters find it masculine, while some call it classic or modern. The opening is fresh with lavender and bergamot, while rose and lily of the valley add a floral side. In the heart, cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom bring spice, and jasmine and peach soften it with sweetness. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, cedar, patchouli and frankincense leaves a woody, slightly oriental trail.

Strictly

7.6

Jil Sander · 2015

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Jil Sander Strictly is a fresh, green men's fragrance whose spice and woody-earthy base keep it composed and tidy. It opens with bay rum and white pepper, a cool freshness against a sharp spice. Nutmeg and cardamom in the heart soften the pepper. The base of cedarwood, vetiver and tonka bean sets a woody, earthy ground, with the tonka easing its dryness a little. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed nearby without announcing itself. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards work and daily wear. Most votes call it masculine. Korres Vetiver Root and Diptyque Virgilio have a close profile.

Born to be Unforgettable / Bad Boys Are No Good But Good Boys Are No Fun

6.3

Kilian · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Kilian Born to be Unforgettable / Bad Boys Are No Good But Good Boys Are No Fun is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh citrus opening against spice and sweetness. Lime opens with coolness and a fruity brightness. In the heart, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla add a spicy, sweet warmth, and cedarwood forms a woody base. With a faintly synthetic edge, it sits balanced between fresh and sweet. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter chosen less. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and most voters call it masculine and modern. Its profile is close to Scuderia Ferrari Black and Boss Bottled.

Palissandre d'Or

7.6

Aedes de Venustas · 2015

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Aedes de Venustas Palissandre d'Or is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent with a warm, resinous and slightly smoky character, leaning towards autumn and winter evenings. It opens with ambrette seed on its own, then cinnamon, nutmeg, coriander and pink pepper bring a spicy warmth in the heart. The base sets a woody ground of sandalwood, cedar and patchouli, with copaiba balsam adding resin and ambroxan a powdery softness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It is mentioned most for evenings and nights out; it leans a little masculine but reads as unisex. Guerlain Bois d'Arménie and Cartier XII: L'Heure Mysterieuse have a close profile.