The Perfume Library

Lilac Path

8.0

Aerin · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Aerin Lilac Path is a fresh, floral perfume that pairs lilac and jasmine with the green edge of galbanum; it has been discontinued. Lilac and jasmine lead, while orange blossom wraps them in a creamy, sweet softness. Galbanum and angelica seed add a green, cool side, and the powdery accord rounds off the edges of the flowers. The notes don't unfold in stages; the scent reads as one continuous bouquet. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close and is noticed at a short distance. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. It mostly reads feminine. Jean Patou Vacances and Guerlain Idylle Duet Jasmin-Lilas have a close profile.

Vent Vert (1990)

7.4

Balmain · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Balmain Vent Vert is a green chypre built around basil, green notes and lemon, softened by florals; it is a women's fragrance that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, though a fair share call it classic. It opens fresh and sharp with basil, green notes, lemon and lime, while peach and orange blossom ease the edge. The heart is mostly floral, with jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and hyacinth. In the base, vetiver, oakmoss and sandalwood give it a dry, woody footing. Rochas Eau de Rochas (1970) and Chanel Cristalle have a close profile.

Signorina Misteriosa

7.5

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina Misteriosa is a feminine floral-gourmand that sets tuberose and orange blossom between sweet blackberry and a creamy patchouli and vanilla base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring is not far behind, and summer is the least chosen season. It leans towards nights out and evenings, and also suits leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. It opens with blackberry and neroli, sweet and fruity. In the heart, tuberose and orange blossom bring the floral side forward. Patchouli and vanilla then settle it into a powdery, creamy, oriental base. Kenzo Jeu d'Amour L'Élixir and Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Girl of Now Shine

7.6

Elie Saab · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Elie Saab Girl of Now Shine is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that opens with roasted pistachio, pear and pineapple. The top notes bring a fruity sweetness through pistachio, pear and pineapple. In the heart, orange blossom, almond and ylang-ylang turn the floral side soft and creamy. Vanilla leads the base, iris adds a powdery touch, and patchouli stays in the background, keeping the sweetness in check. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Autumn and winter lead, spring follows close behind, and summer gets the fewest votes. It suits leisure time, evenings and nights out, and most voters read it as feminine. La Rive Queen of Life and Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum have a close profile.

Mallow

7.1

Sora Dora · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sora Dora Mallow is a sweet, powdery unisex fragrance built around raspberry, vanilla sugar, almond and heliotrope. It opens with pink pepper sharpening the sweetness of raspberry and vanilla sugar. In the heart, heliotrope, almond and orange blossom turn it creamy and floral. The base of ambrette, violet and black musk dries down soft and powdery, with the gourmand sweetness and a synthetic sheen staying to the end. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, nights out and evenings. Most voters read it as feminine or modern. Nature Blossom Moon Flower and Parfums de Marly Oriana have a close profile.

Un Dimanche à la Campagne

8.1

Guerlain · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Un Dimanche à la Campagne is a fresh, green unisex scent where citrus meets a floral touch, suited to easy days in warm weather. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays calm and close. Feminine and masculine votes are nearly even, which fits its unisex label. Bergamot and herbs bring a green, citrusy freshness, while orange blossom softens it with a floral note. White musk sits underneath as a clean, light base, and the spicy accord stays in the background. Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Cologne Indélébile and Mugler Cologne have a close profile.

Orange Blossom (Cologne)

7.5

Jo Malone · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Orange Blossom Cologne is a fresh, citrusy and lightly sweet floral, suited to everyday wear in spring and summer. It opens with clementine blossom, and the heart of white lilac, water lily and orange blossom gives it a green, fruity feel. Iris and vetiver stay in the background at the base, setting the flowers on a clean, simple footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily, leisure and business wear leading. Though unisex, more than half of voters read it as feminine. Harry Lehmann Neroli and Gritti Pomelo Sorrento have a close profile.

WhiteSoul

5.1

Ted Lapidus · 2002

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ted Lapidus WhiteSoul is a fruity, creamy women's fragrance that sets apricot, mirabelle plum and mandarin over a warm base of amber and benzoin; it has been discontinued. The top notes are amber, benzoin, tonka bean and labdanum, giving a sweet, creamy, oriental start. The heart adds mirabelle plum, tagetes, mandarin orange and apricot for a soft fruitiness. Heliotrope, orange blossom and saffron close it with a floral, powdery, lightly spicy finish. Longevity and sillage are both weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Nearly half of voters call it feminine.

Supreme Vanilla

7.6

Zara · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Zara Supreme Vanilla is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance with a powdery, creamy and slightly smoky side, suited best to fall and winter evenings. Bourbon vanilla, sugar and tonka bean form the sweet core. Iris and violet add a powdery feel, while cardamom brings a spicy touch. Cedarwood and ink pull it towards a woody, smoky side, and orange blossom softens the whole. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening, night out and leisure lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters mostly read it as feminine. Zara Into the Gourmand - Number 4: Sweet Illusion and Guerlain Tonka Impériale have a close profile.

Honoré Delights

8.0

Ex Nihilo · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ex Nihilo Honoré Delights is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with a powdery, creamy floral body, and it suits daily wear best. The top notes are neroli and bergamot, so it opens bright and citrusy. In the heart, ambrette, orange blossom and iris bring a soft, powdery floral character. Musk, cedar and sandalwood in the base settle it onto a woody, creamy footing, with the sweetness kept light. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, though all four seasons get similar support. It leans towards daily, leisure and business settings, and most voters read it as feminine. Chanel 1957 and Guerlain Eau de Cashmere have a close profile.

Tuberóza (Extrait de Parfum)

7.5

Nishane · 2014

Floral · Green · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

Nishane Tuberóza Extrait de Parfum is a green, creamy white-floral built around Mexican tuberose and gardenia, with jasmine and ylang-ylang alongside. It opens with orange, mugwort and orange blossom, fresh and slightly bitter. The heart is led by Mexican tuberose, gardenia and jasmine, soft, creamy and powdery. Vetiver, sandalwood, amberwood and musk settle underneath, leaving a woody, lightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. It is sold as unisex, though nearly half of voters read it as feminine. Birkholz Secret Rendezvous and Harlem Perfume Co. Billie have a close profile.

Grey Vetiver Parfum

7.5

Tom Ford · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tom Ford Grey Vetiver Parfum is a fresh, green men's scent in which citrus lifts an earthy, woody core. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it wears comfortably in summer too. It is chosen most for leisure, business and daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Haitian vetiver leads, its green, earthy side softened by the spice of saffron and the floral touch of orange blossom. The citrus adds a light freshness. Diptyque Vetyverio and Dior Vétiver have a close profile.

Love Don't Be Shy Extreme

8.0

Kilian · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Kilian Love Don't Be Shy Extreme is a floral, sweet fragrance that softens a gourmand, creamy and powdery core with a fresh edge, and it is aimed mostly at women. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so it leaves a clear trail. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter not far behind and summer a small share. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and it is also worn for leisure. Half of the voters call it feminine, with modern second. Bulgarian rose, orange blossom and marshmallow sit at its centre. The flowers blend into a sugary, creamy sweetness, the powdery and fruity tones soften it, and the fresh accord keeps it from turning heavy. Scentiments Shy Neroli Extreme and Kilian Love Don't Be Shy Eau Fraîche have a close profile.

Dot (Eau de Parfum)

6.1

Marc Jacobs · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Marc Jacobs Dot Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity and sweet feminine floral that opens with dragon fruit, honeysuckle and red berries and settles into vanilla and musk. Dot has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate; most voters pick spring and summer, then fall, and few choose winter. It leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear, and most voters find it feminine, with some calling it modern. Dragon fruit, honeysuckle and red berries give the top a fresh, juicy start. In the heart, orange blossom, coconut water and jasmine bring out the floral side, while the synthetic accord adds a bright, clean edge. Vanilla sweetens the base, and driftwood and musk soften it onto a lightly woody footing.

Halloween Man

7.2

Halloween · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Halloween Man is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, spicy body, and it reads as modern and masculine. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend it for autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Most voters call it masculine. Violet leaf, basil and mandarin orange give a fresh, slightly green start, while Martini adds a light fruity sweetness. In the heart, cinnamon, lavender and orange blossom lead, with ginger flower softening the spice. The base of vanilla, leather, musk and ambergris leaves a gourmand, oriental warmth. A synthetic sheen runs through the accords.

Far Away (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Avon · 1994

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Avon Far Away Eau de Parfum is a floral-fruity women's scent that opens with peach and freesia, moves through orange blossom and jasmine, and settles into vanilla and amber. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is mostly suggested for evenings and nights out, though leisure and daily wear also have a place. Most voters read it as feminine. Peach and freesia give the top a light, fruity start. In the heart, osmanthus, orange blossom and jasmine bring a rounded floral body. In the base, musk, sandalwood, vanilla and amber turn it sweet, powdery and creamy. Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier² and M. Micallef Glamour have a close profile.

Satin Vanilla

7.4

Birkholz · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Birkholz Satin Vanilla is a sweet, creamy, gourmand unisex scent built around vanilla, caramel and milk, suited to anyone who wants a comfortable everyday fragrance for cooler weather. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind. It is worn mostly for leisure, evenings and nights out, though office wear is not far behind. Although unisex, most voters read it as feminine. The top opens with plum, rum and pepper, a sweet start with a little spice. In the heart, orange blossom, caramel and gardenia add a floral, sugary softness. The base of milk, vanilla and sandalwood settles it into a creamy, powdery, warm finish.

Terra

8.1

Rayhaan · 2025

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Rayhaan Terra is a men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings, opening with citrus before settling into a sweet, spicy and resinous depth. It starts fresh and spicy with bergamot, lemon and cardamom, then moves to a heart where saffron, orange blossom and patchouli lead. In the base, amber, vanilla, oud and frankincense weigh in, and it dries down sweet, creamy, smoky and earthy. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. Voters read it as clearly masculine and modern. Amouage Outlands and The Dua Brand Lands of the Unknown have a close profile.

21

7.5

Costume National · 2007

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Costume National 21 is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent, with resinous, powdery and earthy sides that place it in the warm part of the oriental family. It opens with bergamot, milk, orange blossom and saffron, and the heart brings cashmere wood, pepper and cumin. In the base, amber, vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli take over, and the scent settles into a sweet, powdery, resinous warmth. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring still gets a share. It is chosen most for evenings and also suits daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and voters split evenly between masculine and feminine.

Mandarin Carnival

7.3

The Merchant Of Venice · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Merchant Of Venice Mandarin Carnival is a unisex scent that softens fresh, green citrus with a sweet floral touch, and it suits spring and summer days. It opens with Sicilian mandarin orange, bergamot and petitgrain, with green notes sharpening the freshness. In the heart, orange blossom, neroli and freesia turn it floral and lightly sweet. The base of musk, blond woods and amber is calm and soft. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen mainly for leisure, business and daily wear. Votes lean feminine, though modern and masculine both get a fair share. Le Labo Fleur d'Oranger 27 and Molinard Fleur d'Oranger have a close profile.

Lanvin L'Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Lanvin · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Lanvin L'Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, softened by floral and spicy touches and resting on a powdery, woody base. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and lavender, while neroli and orange blossom add a gentle floral note to the citrus. In the heart, sage, mint, cardamom and pepper bring a spicy, cooling edge. The base of sandalwood, musk, amber and vanilla settles into a woody, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads masculine yet modern. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle (Eau de Toilette) and Lanvin for Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Le Parfum L'Eau Couture

7.3

Elie Saab · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Elie Saab Le Parfum L'Eau Couture is a feminine fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, lightly gourmand finish; it has been discontinued. It opens with magnolia and bergamot, bright and slightly green. Orange blossom softens the floral heart, and green almond and vanilla in the base sweeten the scent and give it a powdery warmth. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the occasions named most often. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. Paula Echevarría Paula Sensuelle and Marc Jacobs Biscotti have a close profile.

Ambre Noir

7.6

Adnan B.

Floral · Green · Fruity

Adnan B. Ambre Noir is a men's fragrance that links a fresh opening of apple, bergamot and cardamom to the sweet, resinous warmth of amber, vanilla and patchouli. The top notes are apple, bergamot and cardamom, giving a fruity, spicy start. In the heart, elemi resin, orange blossom and coriander add a floral and green middle layer. The base of musk, patchouli, amber and vanilla takes over, settling into a sweet, woody, oriental character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits evenings, nights out and leisure time. Most voters read it as masculine, and some also call it classic. Officina delle Essenze Caldo Orientale and Widian Sahara have a close profile.

Iris Ukiyoé

7.5

Hermès · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hermès Iris Ukiyoé is a fresh, powdery floral: iris and rose are softened by mandarin orange and orange blossom, giving a light scent that suits easy daytime wear. The scent reads as one bright, citrusy whole. Mandarin orange adds a juicy, slightly fruity lift, orange blossom and rose keep the floral side gentle, and iris brings the powdery texture. A green touch sits quietly in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daytime, office and leisure wear lead the occasions. More voters call it feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Its profile is close to Prada Infusion de Mandarine and Dior Milly-la-Forêt.