The Perfume Library

Golden Chypre

7.7

Grossmith · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Grossmith Golden Chypre is a fresh, green and woody chypre for women, with a citrus opening, and it suits workdays and the milder seasons of spring and fall best. Bergamot, orange, cardamom and nutmeg open it citrusy with a light spice. In the heart, geranium, rose, heliotrope, vetiver and patchouli bring the floral and green side forward. The base of labdanum, amber, musk and woods settles it into a warm, woody chypre. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and business and daily wear lead the occasions, with evening and night out close behind. Most call it feminine, and many also find it classic. Eau de Sisley 2 and Creed Vetiver Geranium have a close profile.

Poom Poom

6.3

Maison Matine · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Maison Matine Poom Poom is a fresh, floral and fruity unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with kiwi, rose, orange and mandarin orange blossom, then moves into a floral heart of peony and freesia. In the base, vanilla, musk and sandalwood soften and sweeten it, while ebony stays in the background. The overall impression is light, clean and slightly synthetic. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, and many also call it modern. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom and Givenchy Live Irrésistible Blossom Crush have a close profile.

Aegean Salt & Citrus

7.1

Theodoros Kalotinis · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Theodoros Kalotinis Aegean Salt & Citrus is a salty, fresh unisex scent that sets bright citrus against a sea-breeze edge. Lemon, grapefruit and orange lead, while sea salt runs beneath them as a cool, aquatic line. Fresh and citrus accords dominate, with a light spicy touch and a synthetic edge keeping it dry and clean. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, with sport also in the mix. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it doesn't lean on a single gender. Castelbel Sea Salt & Grapefruit and Alessandro Serpico Sale, Limone e Bergamotto have a close profile.

Colosseum

8.3

Christian Provenzano

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Christian Provenzano Colosseum is a fresh, spicy unisex scent led by citrus and green notes, and it suits spring and summer days best. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with few choosing winter. Office, leisure and evening wear draw similar support, and while most voters read it as masculine, it is unisex. It opens with grapefruit, orange and lime for a cool brightness, while lavender, juniper berry and pink pepper add spice. The heart brings violet leaf, jasmine and leather, with coriander and thyme adding a green edge. Vetiver, cypriol, amber and moss form a woody base. Niche 4 All Apple Musk and Olfactive Studio Flash Back have a close profile.

Chèvrefeuille (Eau de Toilette Fraîche)

7.2

Yves Rocher · 1976

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves Rocher Chèvrefeuille is a fresh, green and powdery floral for women, built on lemon and orange; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon and orange, which bring a bright citrus lift. In the heart, jasmine and honeysuckle add a soft floral note, while green and lightly spicy touches keep it fresh. Cedar and myrrh in the base settle it into a calm, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and never turns heavy. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mainly for leisure, daily use and the office. It reads feminine for most. Yves Rocher Comme une Evidence L'Eau and Jo Malone Nasturtium & Clover have a close profile.

The Last PH

7.9

Calaj · 2021

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Calaj The Last PH opens with a bright fruity flash and settles into a dark mix of leather, tobacco and resin; it is a unisex perfume for autumn and winter evenings. Pink pepper, blood orange, bergamot and plum give the opening a fruity, spicy lift. In the heart, tobacco, leather and oakmoss take over, with jasmine softening the edges. The base turns resinous and sweet with Peru balsam, labdanum, vanilla and benzoin, while cedar and sandalwood add wood and castoreum and civet add an animal note. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and summer comes last. Evening, night out and leisure are the favoured occasions. Voters lean masculine, though a fair share also call it feminine. Grande Genesys and Olfactive Studio Chambre Noire have a close profile.

Grace

8.4

Boadicea the Victorious

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Boadicea the Victorious Grace is a fresh, green unisex scent led by citrus, and it suits spring and summer best. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is the least chosen season. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, with evening and night out also getting votes. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters read it mostly as masculine, though plenty see it as feminine. The top is a bright citrus opening of lemon, bergamot, grapefruit and orange. The heart brings lavender, neroli and spices such as cardamom, nutmeg and pepper. In the base, woods, vanilla and tonka bean soften it and add a gentle sweetness.

Cannabis Intense

7.3

Fragrance Du Bois · 2020

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Fragrance Du Bois Cannabis Intense is a unisex scent that suits fall and winter, pairing a fresh, green start with a spicy, woody and earthy body. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, with winter and spring following, and it leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear, while also working at the office. Most voters read it as masculine, though it stays unisex in character. Orange, pink pepper and cardamom open it bright and spicy. In the heart, cannabis, saffron and nutmeg add a green, earthy warmth. Cedarwood, musk and Thai oud lay a woody base underneath.

Comme une Evidence L'Eau

7.5

Yves Rocher · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves Rocher Comme une Evidence L'Eau is a fresh, citrusy floral for women, pairing the bright opening of mandarin orange, lemon and orange with jasmine and patchouli. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads feminine, though some also find it modern. Three citrus notes shine together at the top, while jasmine brings a soft floral heart. Patchouli grounds the base, and green, powdery and chypre touches temper the fresh character. Chanel Paris - Paris and Loewe Aire have a close profile.

Hazz

8.0

Régalien

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Régalien Hazz is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus over a sweet, creamy, gourmand base. It opens with orange, lemon and grapefruit, a fruity, sparkling start. In the heart, Egyptian jasmine, mimosa, tonka bean and liquorice add a floral, lightly spicy softness. The base of sandalwood, vanilla absolute, caramel and praliné settles into something sweet and creamy. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out. It reads more feminine than masculine to most voters, though it is unisex. Kerosene Unknown Pleasures and Franck Boclet Vanille have a close profile.

Retropical

6.5

Yves Rocher · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves Rocher Retropical is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for women, fruity and lightly sweet with an aquatic edge, suited to warm-weather daytime wear. It has been discontinued. The scent reads as one piece: mandarin orange, orange and bergamot give it a bright, juicy freshness, while sand adds an airy, aquatic feel. Floral and gourmand touches stay in the background, softening the citrus and keeping the sweetness restrained. Longevity and sillage are weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily and office wear. Most voters see it as feminine. Air-Val International Squid Game and Bujairami Drip have a close profile.

Explorer

6.6

Boadicea the Victorious · 2008

Green · Spicy · Woody

Boadicea the Victorious Explorer is a unisex scent with a green, spicy and woody character, backed by resinous and earthy sides. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen most for evenings, leisure time and nights out. Over half of voters read it as masculine, and some call it classic. It opens with orange and bergamot. Orris butter, helianthemum and amber form the heart, and cedarwood with labdanum settles at the base. Smoky and leathery touches harden the green, earthy air. Boadicea the Victorious Inquisitive and Eolie Abraxas have a close profile.

Lost in a Dream (Extrait de Parfum)

6.6

Navitus Parfums · 2023

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Extrait de Parfum

Navitus Parfums Lost in a Dream Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, creamy gourmand with a spicy, woody touch that gives it a warm autumn and winter feel. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it suits evenings and leisure time well. Longevity and sillage are rated good. It leans feminine in character, though it is unisex. It opens with cinnamon, bergamot, orange and milk. Almond, coffee and croissant bring a sweet warmth to the heart, then Tolu balm, sandalwood and Bourbon vanilla settle into a creamy base. The synthetic accord adds a slightly bright edge to the gourmand texture.

Aqua Allegoria Gentiana

7.9

Guerlain · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Gentiana is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance suited to spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. The top is lime, bergamot, orange and grapefruit, bright and sharp at first. Pear and gentian in the heart bring a fruity, green softness. In the base, vanilla, musk and sandalwood sweeten it slightly and settle it on a woody ground. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. More voters call it feminine than anything else. Its profile is close to Phaedon Antigua and Bois 1920 Agrumi Amari di Sicilia.

Mint Woman

6.3

Toni Gard · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Toni Gard Mint Woman is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance led by peppermint, mandarin orange and orange. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with peppermint, mandarin orange, orange, lemon and maté in a cool citrus burst. Lily of the valley, passion fruit and iris then add a soft floral and fruity touch. The base of musk, driftwood, amber and white peach sweetens the aquatic, green feel a little as it settles.

Déclaration Cologne

7.6

Cartier · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Cartier Déclaration Cologne is a fresh, citrusy men's scent for spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits anyone wanting something light and close to the skin. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. The top notes are bergamot, orange and mandarin orange, a fresh, fruity citrus opening. The heart brings coriander, ginger and cardamom for spice, with hedione softening it. The base of vetiver and cedarwood leaves a green, woody dryness. Mugler Hot Cologne and Molinard Gingembre have a close profile.

Notre-Dame 15.4.2019

7.3

Filippo Sorcinelli · 2020

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Filippo Sorcinelli Notre-Dame 15.4.2019 is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter, with a woody, spicy and resinous character and a smoky edge. It opens on amber, sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver, which build a woody, smoky base softened by tonka bean and moss. In the heart, ambrette, geranium and lily of the valley add a floral note. The base keeps the spicy, resinous mood going with frankincense, ginger and iris. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. It reads more masculine than feminine, though it is unisex. Pirouette Mosaic and Filippo Sorcinelli Santa Casa have a close profile.

Ibisco

7.7

L'Erbolario · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Ibisco is a fresh citrus-and-floral women's fragrance with a sweet heart and a lightly spicy, powdery finish; it has been discontinued. It opens with elemi resin, cardamom, lemon, coriander and orange, a bright and slightly spicy start. In the heart, hibiscus, jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang bring the floral side, while vanilla and orris butter soften it into a powdery sweetness. The base of patchouli, musk and amber dries down woody and warm, with an oriental touch. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick fall, followed by spring and summer, with winter chosen least. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, though evening and night out get votes too. Most voters read it as feminine.

Odyssey Limoni Fresh Edition

7.7

Armaf

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Armaf Odyssey Limoni Fresh Edition is a fresh unisex citrus scent that suits spring and summer days and easy daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick summer and spring. Daily wear, leisure and sport lead, and it can also work at the office. It reads soft and sits comfortably on both men and women. It opens with bergamot, lemon, orange and mandarin orange in a bright citrus burst. In the heart, orange blossom, ginger and marine notes make it both aquatic and lightly spiced. Blue tea, amber and musk in the base settle the fruity sweetness onto a creamy ground. Armaf Rugir and Maison Alhambra Azure have a close profile.

Patiala

7.6

Thameen · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Thameen Patiala is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that sets orange, orange blossom and rose over moss and musk. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters wear it most in autumn and spring, in the evening and on nights out, though the votes spread across all four seasons, so no single one claims it. Most voters read it as feminine, but a fair number call it masculine, so it belongs to no one in particular. It opens with orange, Egyptian geranium and aldehydes, which read fresh, green and citrusy. In the heart, orange blossom, Indonesian patchouli and rose add a soft floral note. Moss, musk and amber settle into a sweet, woody, faintly resinous base. Xerjoff Kobe and Sisley Izia share a close profile.

Madame Isabelle

7.2

La Rive

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

La Rive Madame Isabelle is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance with a floral, fruity heart that turns sweet and powdery; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn and winter are not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions it fits best, and it reads mostly feminine. Armaf Club de Nuit Woman and Chanel Coco Mademoiselle have a close profile. It opens with orange, bergamot and grapefruit for a bright citrus start. The heart of rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine and lychee adds a soft floral, fruity layer. Vetiver and patchouli ground the base, while musk and vanilla leave a sweet, powdery finish.

Cotton

7.0

Marc Jacobs · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marc Jacobs Cotton is a clean, powdery women's scent built on citrus and florals; it has been discontinued, but its light character still suits spring and summer days. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mainly for work, leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with mandarin orange, orange, bergamot and white peach, which give a fresh, fruity citrus feel. Jasmine, cotton and lily of the valley bring a floral, powdery softness to the heart. Suede, white woods and musk lay a creamy, woody base underneath. Cotton and Dior Joy have a close profile.

St. Barts

8.0

OUAI · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

OUAI St. Barts is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards warm weather, opening with orange and sea breeze before moving into a floral, lightly sweet mood. At first, orange, dragon fruit and sea breeze lead, giving a fresh, fruity, aquatic feel. In the heart, jasmine sambac, tuberose and orange blossom add a soft floral layer. The base of musk and Baltic amber dries down creamy and sweet. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring. Daily wear and leisure are the most chosen settings, with sport not far behind. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays noticeable without lingering heavily. Being unisex, it suits both men and women. Phlur Mood Ring and Louis Vuitton Sun Song have a close profile.

Tangerine Vert

7.5

Miller Harris · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Miller Harris Tangerine Vert is a unisex fragrance that pairs Sicilian mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit in a fresh, green citrus; it has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Masculine and feminine votes are close, which puts it somewhere in between. It opens with the three citrus notes in front, then moves into a floral-green heart of orange, geranium and marjoram. In the dry-down, moss, cedarwood and musk add a light woody base. Fruity and spicy touches stay in the background. Atkinsons Mint & Tonic and Roads Unsaid have a close profile.