The Perfume Library

Qissa

7.4

Paris Corner · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Paris Corner Qissa is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, and sits most comfortably in leisure and daytime wear. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays with you through the day without leaving a heavy trail. It reads equally well on men and women. Bergamot, lemon and frankincense open it fresh. Jasmine, ginger and orange in the heart add a floral, spicy and fruity side. In the base, amber, musk and oakmoss carry it into a woody, creamy sweetness. Electimuss Imperium and Birkholz Portraits of Portofino have a close profile.

Ephesus

7.9

Gritti · 2015

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Gritti Ephesus is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent, warm, woody and earthy, that suits cool-weather evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage is good too. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while spring and summer trail behind. Evening and night out lead the occasions, with leisure wear close behind. Votes on character split between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. Patchouli, labdanum and frankincense take the front, and oriental woods set that resinous, earthy base inside a woody frame. Orange brightens the sweetness slightly, while clove adds a spicy warmth.

Eton College Collection (Gentleman's Cologne)

7.9

Taylor of Old Bond Street · 1991

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Taylor of Old Bond Street Eton College Collection (Gentleman's Cologne) is a fresh, citrusy men's cologne that suits spring and summer days, whether for everyday wear or the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays noticeable through the day without filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily, leisure and business wear come up most often. It is mostly seen as masculine and classic. Mandarin orange, lemon, orange and other citrus notes lead, in a fresh, aquatic and green mood. Floral notes in the heart soften the brightness, and patchouli lays a woody, lightly spicy base. The fougère structure gives it a neat, clean gentleman's-cologne feel. The Body Shop Bergamot and Heeley Note de Yuzu have a close profile.

Wild Spirit

7.3

Swiss Arabian

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Swiss Arabian Wild Spirit is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange, bergamot and green notes for a bright start. In the heart, jasmine and tuberose carry the floral side while fruity notes soften the sweetness. The base of vanilla, musk, iris and sandalwood settles into a creamy, lightly oriental warmth. Voters find its longevity and sillage strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions, while winter trails behind. Its profile is close to oLiente Noche and Lattafa Ana Abiyedh.

Après Cologne

8.4

Angelos Créations Olfactives · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Angelos Créations Olfactives Après Cologne is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and some also wear it for sport. It opens on lemon, pink grapefruit, bergamot and blood orange. In the heart, petitgrain, Moroccan neroli and orris butter add a soft floral and green touch. The base of musk, Java vetiver and Australian sandalwood dries it down on a woody footing. Floris Cefiro and Chanel Eau de Cologne have a close profile.

Secret Dream

7.3

La Rive · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

La Rive Secret Dream is a fresh, sweet women's fragrance where lychee, orange and kiwi meet violet and white chocolate. It opens with lychee, orange, kiwi and mandarin orange, a juicy and bright start. In the heart, violet, jasmine and heliotrope add a soft floral layer, while white chocolate pulls the scent towards a creamy, gourmand side. In the base, vanilla, musk and orris root carry the sweetness on a powdery ground. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick leisure, business and daily wear, and its light, youthful feel suits daytime best. Mexx Inspired Warmth for Her and DKNY Nectar Love have a close profile.

Bellissima

7.1

Blumarine · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Blumarine Bellissima is a fresh women's fragrance that pairs bright citrus with a peony-led floral heart and a soft, sweet, powdery base; it has been discontinued. It wears at moderate longevity with weak sillage, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind and winter well back. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office rather than nights out. Ginger, grapefruit and orange open it with a lively, lightly spicy citrus feel. Peony and passion flower form the floral heart. In the base, vanilla, musk, cashmere wood and sandalwood sweeten it and settle it into a gentle woody finish. Iceberg Effusion Woman and Blumarine Bellissima Parfum Intense have a close profile.

Aquarelles Végétales Eau Fruitée pour l'Été

7.2

Yves Rocher · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yves Rocher Aquarelles Végétales Eau Fruitée pour l'Été is a light, fruity women's scent made for summer, and it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer, with spring a clear second. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and some see it in the office too. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. The vote counts are small, so read these ratings loosely. The scent is built on the citrus freshness of lemon, clementine and orange, while passion flower adds a soft floral touch to the fresh, aquatic feel. The fruity and sweet accords round it off without weighing it down.

Woman's Best

5.8

Bruno Banani · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Bruno Banani Woman's Best is a fresh, fruity women's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office are the occasions named most often. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Voters find it feminine and modern. It opens with peach, orange and pink grapefruit, a fresh and juicy start. In the heart, pear sorbet, rose and pomegranate blossom add a soft floral touch. In the base, wild berries, sandalwood and custard sweeten it and bring a creamy finish. Rituals Himalaya Bloom and Zara Wonder Rose have a close profile.

Aroma Fit

7.5

Lancôme · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lancôme Aroma Fit is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for women, fruity and sweet with a light spicy edge, and although it has been discontinued it still suits relaxed daytime wear. Mandarin orange and orange carry the scent, with the citrus up front, a floral touch and a faint spice behind it. Coffee and carrot add an unusual depth and a mild sweetness to this bright, fruity picture. The notes are not split into top, heart and base, so it reads as a single whole. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, which makes it a light scent that stays close to the skin. Voters lean towards leisure, sport and daily wear, and some also find it right for the office. Most call it feminine, though a good share see it as modern or classic.

Bel Oranger

6.9

Fragonard · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Fragonard Bel Oranger is a unisex scent led by orange and Italian bergamot, freshened with lemon petitgrain and set on a lightly woody base of cedar and patchouli. Citrus clearly dominates: orange and bergamot read bright and fruity, while lemon petitgrain adds a green, fresh edge. Cedar and patchouli sit quietly behind, giving a dry, woody balance without weighing the freshness down, with a floral touch alongside. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters point to summer and spring, and to daily and leisure wear, with office use also well represented. Votes for feminine and masculine are nearly even, so it sits comfortably between the two. Hermès Eau d'Orange Douce and Hermès Concentré d'Orange Verte have a close profile.

Romance for Men (Eau de Toilette)

7.7

Ralph Lauren · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Romance for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that most voters pick for spring and summer, suited to leisure time and the office. It opens with blackcurrant, orange and lavender up front, while mandarin orange and ginger keep it bright. In the heart, rose, saffron and cardamom add a soft floral and spicy note. Vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss settle into a woody, powdery base; overall it reads green, lightly sweet and clean. Longevity and sillage are moderate: not heavy, but noticeable. After spring and summer comes fall, while winter trails well behind. It is a men's fragrance, and Penhaligon's Zizonia and Bois 1920 Agrumi Amari di Sicilia have a similar profile.

Live (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Van Gils · 2013

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Van Gils Live Eau de Toilette is a fresh, sweet men's scent that leans towards autumn and winter; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh and fruity with orange, an air accord and grapefruit. Vetiver and patchouli give the heart an earthy footing, and vanilla, oud and leather in the base pull it towards a spicy, smoky, leathery tone. The overall impression sits between fresh and woody oriental, with a synthetic edge. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring. It is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, with business and evening also getting votes, and it reads mainly masculine and classic. Câline Oud Extreme and Jardin Bohème Oud Mystique have a close profile.

Tuscan Blood Orange (Perfume)

7.0

Pacifica · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Pacifica Tuscan Blood Orange is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that leans towards leisure and everyday wear. Most voters pick it for leisure and daily use, with some suggesting it for sport and the office. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin. The number of votes is small, so these impressions are tentative. The scent is built on citrus: mandarin orange, blood orange and orange form its core. Raspberry and strawberry sweeten that freshness and add a soft, juicy fruitiness. With no split into top, heart and base, it keeps the same bright, sweet character from start to finish.

Summer at Sea (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

La Mer · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

La Mer Summer at Sea Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that opens on bergamot, orange and clove and moves into a floral heart of rose and violet. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays present without filling a room. Most voters place it in leisure and daily wear, with sport and office use following behind. The top is bright citrus with a light spicy edge from clove. In the heart, rose, violet, lily of the valley and lavender add a soft, slightly powdery floral touch. The base of musk, tonka bean and vanilla settles into a creamy, sweet finish. Zara Weekly Mood - Friday: Freaking Gorgeous and Les Destinations Mumbai have a close profile.

Rosée de Nuit

7.3

Friedemodin · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Friedemodin Rosée de Nuit is a fresh, woody and powdery floral where rose and violet leaf sit alongside bright citrus and cardamom; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure, office and daily wear, with evening and night out further back. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with lemon, orange and cardamom, fresh and lightly spiced. The heart of rose, violet leaf and carnation forms a green, powdery floral bouquet. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, amber, cedarwood and white musk dries down woody and warm. Clarins Eau Dynamisante and Santa Maria Novella Rosa Novella have a close profile.

Heritage

8.4

The Dua Brand

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

The Dua Brand Heritage is an oriental unisex fragrance that sets a sweet, fruity body against spice and woody depth. Cinnamon, saffron, cardamom and cumin bring a spiced warmth, while pineapple, apple, peach and candied fruits add a sweet, juicy side. Sandalwood, oakmoss and amber form a woody, resinous base, and leather adds a smoky edge. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated very strong, so a few sprays stay noticeable for a long time. It suits men and women who want a dense, full-bodied scent. Nabeel Irth and MAD Parfumeur Forza have a close profile.

Bouquet d'Agrumes - Fleur de Mandarine & Cédrat

7.2

Jeanne en Provence · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jeanne en Provence Bouquet d'Agrumes - Fleur de Mandarine & Cédrat is a fresh, citrus-led women's scent with a light character that suits spring and summer days. Mandarin orange, lemon and orange form the backbone of the scent. Mint adds a green, cooling edge, while cedarwood sits underneath as a quiet woody base. Floral and fruity accents soften the citrus, and a faint spicy touch keeps it from reading as plain lemonade. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, office and leisure are the occasions it leans towards. Most see it as feminine. It has been discontinued.

Art Collection by Jacomo #09

7.1

Jacomo · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacomo Art Collection by Jacomo #09 is a fresh, gourmand fragrance for women that sets citrus and red berries against a sweet vanilla and praliné base; it has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick spring, followed by fall and summer, with winter far behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters read it as feminine. Red berries, orange and lemon zest open it with a bright citrus freshness. In the heart, praliné and mango add a fruity, gourmand sweetness. The base of vanilla, cinnamon and sandalwood settles into a spicy, woody and slightly powdery warmth.

Verbena

7.6

L'Erbolario · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Verbena is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with green and floral touches that suits spring and summer days. It opens with orange, neroli, lemon and bergamot, a bright citrus burst. In the heart, lemon vervain adds a green, airy line while iris and rose bring a soft floral touch. Amber and musk in the base warm it slightly and leave it on a smooth finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters lean a little more feminine than masculine, though both have a real share. Penhaligon's Eau de Cologne and Xerjoff Nero70 have a close profile.

Nocturnes (2013)

6.4

Caron · 2013

Floral · Green · Fruity

Caron Nocturnes opens with orange, neroli and rose, moving into ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose: a floral women's fragrance that has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with leisure and business wear leading and evening use close behind. Many describe it as feminine and classic. Guerlain Mahora and Jean Patou Deux Amours have a close profile. Citrus and rose shine at the start, then the floral weight of ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose takes over. In the base, musk, sandalwood and vetiver soften it. The overall feel is floral, green and powdery, with fruity and spicy touches staying in the background over a chypre frame.

Narjis

7.3

Rajani · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rajani Narjis is a unisex scent that sets orange, bergamot and narcissus against a vanilla and sandalwood base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. Voters most often place it in leisure, business and evening wear. Most read it as feminine, though a fair share call it modern or classic. It opens with orange, angelica and bergamot, a fresh, green citrus start. In the heart, ylang-ylang, narcissus and osmanthus absolute bring a floral layer, while vanilla sweetens it and adds a creamy softness. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, iris and musk is woody and powdery, with a spicy, oriental edge running through it.

Rose Masqat

7.8

Royal Crown · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Royal Crown Rose Masqat is a women's fragrance built around rose absolute, saffron and jasmine sambac absolute, fresh and floral with a sweet, powdery softness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for daily life, leisure and the office, with evenings and nights out also in the mix. It reads clearly feminine. It opens bright and fruity with orange, bergamot and grapefruit, while white melon sweetens the freshness. In the heart rose absolute leads, with saffron adding spice, violet a powdery touch and lily of the valley a light floral lift. The base settles into oud, gaiac wood and Mysore sandalwood, softened by ambergris. Fragonard Émilie and Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Velours have a close profile.

Luxury Collection - Storia d'Amore

7.2

Richard Maison de Parfum · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Richard Maison de Parfum Luxury Collection - Storia d'Amore is a unisex scent built around orange, orange tree, moss and amber. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, followed by spring, and it suits leisure, daytime and evening wear. It reads somewhat more feminine, though a fair number of voters call it masculine. The scent is fresh and citrusy, with orange and orange tree leading. A sweet, fruity side comes through, along with a spicy touch and a creamy softness. Moss and amber ground it in an earthy, warm base.