The Perfume Library

No 57: Canadian Gentleman

7.6

Meleg Perfumes · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Meleg Perfumes No 57: Canadian Gentleman is a powdery, woody and floral unisex scent built around iris, cedar and violet. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Voters lean towards spring and fall, and suggest it for evening, leisure and business settings in roughly equal measure. Most voters read it as masculine, with classic coming second. It has a fresh, green feel, while iris, orris butter and violet form a powdery, creamy floral body. Cedar and Canadian cedar give the woody frame, softened by vanilla and white musk. A spicy, faintly animal touch stays in the background. Gucci The Virgin Violet and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Lavande Velours have a close profile.

Lucky Moon / Good Vibes

7.2

Ggema. · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ggema. Lucky Moon / Good Vibes is a fresh, green unisex scent built around citrus, with floral and spicy touches that settle into a woody, resinous finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It reads as unisex, neither distinctly masculine nor feminine. It opens with blood orange, bergamot and neroli, kept bright by mandarin orange and bitter orange. In the heart, basil, ginger and galbanum add a green, spicy edge, softened by orris butter and mimosa. The base of Venezuelan tonka bean, vetiver and cedarwood leaves it sweet and woody.

Iris Noir (Pure Parfum)

8.1

Ensar Oud · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Ensar Oud Iris Noir (Pure Parfum) is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral side with the woody depth of sandalwood and oud, softened by a creamy sweetness. The notes are orris butter, oud, sandalwood and Siberian musk. Orris butter gives the scent its floral, creamy texture, sandalwood and oud lay a woody base, and Siberian musk softens it. The accords also carry fresh, sweet, spicy, earthy and animal tones. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Released in 2020, it has been discontinued. Ensar Oud Iris Noir Attar and Ensar Oud Iris Noir OG have a close profile.

Makeda

7.2

Parfumeurs du Monde · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Green

Parfumeurs du Monde Makeda is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus against the sweet warmth of vanilla and resin. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure, business and evening wear. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably in between. The top opens green and spicy with mastic, mandarin orange, bergamot and pink pepper. Orris butter, osmanthus and rose give the heart a soft floral touch. The base of labdanum, vanilla, tobacco and sandalwood settles into something sweet, woody and resinous. Ormonde Jayne Black Gold and Meo Fusciuni Encore du Temps have a close profile.

Here Comes the Son

7.0

Malbrum · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Malbrum Here Comes the Son is a unisex scent built on a floral, sweet core, softened by powdery, creamy and resinous touches. Tobacco absolute, sandalwood and benzoin form a warm, soft base, while orange blossom absolute and orris butter add a powdery floral note. Bergamot lifts it slightly, and labdanum absolute and muscone deepen the resinous, creamy side. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though only a small number of voters have weighed in. Most voters pick fall, with the other three seasons close behind. It is chosen mostly for leisure, then for nights out and business. Francesca Bianchi Unspoken Musk and Amado My Muse have a close profile.

Velvet Pure

6.9

Dolce & Gabbana · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Pure is a fresh, green floral for women, and it has been discontinued. Narcissus absolute, jonquil and jasmine form the floral core, while galbanum and fig leaf add a green crispness. Neroli and geranium lighten it, and cistus, orris butter and vetiver leave a faint spicy, earthy edge underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine. Siam 1928 Assan and Parfums Privés Aila have a close profile.

Tubéreuse Manifeste

7.6

Evody · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

Love's Illusion

8.1

Folkwinds · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Green

Folkwinds Love's Illusion is a unisex fragrance that blends floral, fruity and woody sides between sweet and powdery; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. Its unisex build reads comfortably on anyone, and the sweet, creamy side suggests it suits cooler weather best. Rose otto, iris and black cherry lead the scent, while peppermint and blackcurrant add a fresh, green edge. Sandalwood and oud lay down a woody base, softened by musk and white ambergris. The citrus and spicy accords stay in the background.

Blue Danube

7.0

Dusita · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Dusita Blue Danube is a unisex scent that opens on cardamom and dried fruits and turns sweeter with benzoin and vanilla. The top is cardamom and dried fruits. The heart brings benzoin, tobacco absolute, sandalwood, orris butter and clove, giving a spicy, powdery warmth. The base of amber notes, gaiac wood, Virginia cedar wood and Bourbon vanilla absolute settles it into a woody, creamy, resinous sweetness. The fruity and gourmand sides are clear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters pick it mostly for leisure, evenings and nights out, with business wear well behind. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Commodity Gold and Serge Lutens Jeux de peau have a close profile.

Oud Sultani 1975

7.7

Ensar Oud · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ensar Oud Oud Sultani 1975 is a sweet, woody unisex scent that sets Burmese, Malayan and plain oud beside iris, Turkish rose and Bourbon vanilla; it has been discontinued. It reads as one dense piece: the resinous, woody body of oud gains an animal depth from Nepalese nard and castoreum. Turkish rose, iris and violet leaf add a powdery floral layer, while peach and Bourbon vanilla soften the sweetness. Tonkin musk and two Jasminum species keep the flowers rich. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so treat these as tentative. With its spicy oriental character it suits those who like heavy, concentrated fragrances. Ensar Oud Oud Sultani: Brunei Kynam and Oud Sultani: Kelantan share a close profile.

Black Vetiver

8.3

Korloff

Fresh · Floral · Green

Korloff Black Vetiver is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, green opening on a woody, spicy base; it has been discontinued, but it suits fall and spring days well. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable without filling a room. Most voters pick fall, then spring. Leisure and evening wear lead, and it sits comfortably at the office too. Pepper, cardamom and bergamot give a spicy freshness at the start. In the heart, orris butter adds a powdery, creamy softness and frankincense a resinous depth. Vetiver dominates the base, while musk and amber sweeten it slightly and settle it into a warm woodiness.

Popstar

6.5

Lost Tribe · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lost Tribe Popstar is a unisex scent that sets a bright opening of lychee, rose otto and lime against a dark base of patchouli and oud. The top is lychee, rose otto, lime, raspberry and bergamot, so the fruity and citrus side comes in fresh and sweet. In the heart, orange blossom, osmanthus and lavender add a soft floral layer. The base of patchouli, Papua oud, orris butter and cedarwood pulls it towards an oriental, powdery, creamy finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though few have voted. Value for money is rated below average. Its unisex profile suits both men and women. It shares a close profile with Parfums de Marly Delina (Eau de Parfum) and Louis Vuitton City of Stars.

Sikada SQ

8.4

Nebiru Parfvms · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Nebiru Parfvms Sikada SQ is a unisex scent that opens with citrus and settles into a floral, spicy and woody structure, with animal and powdery shades alongside. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It has no clear gender lean and can sit comfortably on either a man or a woman. In the top, mandarin orange, blood orange and grapefruit give a bright citrus start, while cinnamon and ginger add a spicy warmth. The heart is led by jasmine sambac, iris and rose. In the base, sandalwood, musk and vanilla form a creamy, resinous footing, and castoreum and civet add an animal depth.

Framboise & Thé Vert Matcha / Raspberry & Matcha Green Tea

7.8

L'Occitane en Provence · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Occitane en Provence Framboise & Thé Vert Matcha / Raspberry & Matcha Green Tea is a fresh, green and fruity feminine scent built around raspberry, matcha and bergamot. It opens with orris butter, bergamot and raspberry, where citrus brightness meets fruity sweetness. The heart of musk, jasmine and matcha adds a green, lightly floral layer. Violet, vervain and maté form the base, and the scent settles into a sweet, powdery softness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall trailing behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office are chosen in roughly equal measure.

Nightly Kiss

7.5

The Dua Brand · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

The Dua Brand Nightly Kiss is a powdery, creamy floral for women, led by jasmine, ylang-ylang and rose. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, so it's hard to say when it suits best. It is described as a women's fragrance. The scent reads as a single whole rather than in stages. Flowers come first: jasmine, ylang-ylang, rose and orange blossom. Rice powder and orris butter keep it powdery and creamy, while clove and carnation add a spicy warmth. Leather and cedarwood stay in the background, and aldehydes and green notes lift the sweetness a little. Roja Parfums A Goodnight Kiss and Ulric de Varens Gold-Issime have a close profile.

Neiman Marcus

8.0

Roja Parfums · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Roja Parfums Neiman Marcus is a unisex scent where fruity, sweet notes meet spice, wood and leather in an oriental frame. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, though the vote counts are small, so the picture is tentative. It sits comfortably on either men or women and leans firmly oriental. It opens with raspberry, blackcurrant and saffron, with honey, osmanthus absolute and jasmine absolute at the heart. The base brings together vanilla, caramel, pastry and suede, with sandalwood and patchouli giving the sweetness a woody floor. The overall effect is rich, fruit- and sugar-softened and warm.

Purple Haze

8.5

Ensar Oud · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ensar Oud Purple Haze is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that sets a floral and fruity heart over a resinous, woody oud base; it has been discontinued. It opens with silver fir, hyacinth, rosewood and Sichuan pepper, and its heart holds cassia blossom, blue lotus, jasmine, raspberry and Indian damask rose. The floral and fruity side softens into sweetness, while vetiver, several oud materials and vanilla absolute build a leathery, oriental depth underneath. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage good, with all longevity voters rating it high. Dense and warm, it reads as a serious, evening-leaning scent that sits comfortably on men and women alike.

Thebes Grade 1

8.0

Sultan Pasha Attars · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Sultan Pasha Attars Thebes Grade 1 is a unisex scent that opens with bergamot, rose and lily of the valley and dries down into vetiver, musk and ambergris. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though with few votes so far, so those ratings are tentative. It reads as neither strictly masculine nor feminine, which suits its unisex character. The top notes are aldehydes, bergamot, lily of the valley and Persian rose otto, giving a fresh, green start. In the heart, Bulgarian rose absolute, Jasminum grandiflorum and orris butter carry the floral side forward. The base of vetiver, ambergris, amber and animalic notes settles it onto a woody, resinous, slightly smoky footing.

Care 02.1/UX

6.1

AtelierPMP - Perfume Mayr Plettenberg · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

AtelierPMP - Perfume Mayr Plettenberg Care 02.1/UX is a fresh, floral unisex scent with a fruity, powdery side and a light, everyday feel. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small. It is picked most for leisure and daily wear, then for the office. Its profile does not lean toward either gender. The top opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and passion fruit, joined by violet and mastic leaf. The heart brings peony, magnolia and rose for a soft floral touch. In the base, white amber, musk and cedarwood settle the scent onto a powdery, creamy footing.

Blue-Eyes White Dragon

8.6

Jinx · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Jinx Blue-Eyes White Dragon is a unisex scent that opens with mint, blue sage and camphor tree, moves through blue lotus and iris, and settles into oud and vanilla. The top notes of mint, blue sage and camphor tree give a cool, fresh start. In the heart, blue lotus, iris and rose add a soft floral layer. The base of Chinese oud, vanilla and smoke turns it woody, resinous and slightly animalic, with a sweet, fruity side running alongside the fresh and floral accords. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, though few have voted. It reads as unisex. It has been discontinued. Lost Tribe Blu and Dior Dior Addict To Life have a close profile.

Thebes

7.8

Sultan Pasha Perfumes · 2025

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Thebes by Sultan Pasha Perfumes is a unisex scent that sets rose and jasmine against vetiver, amber and oakmoss, with floral, spicy and animalic accords leading. Both its longevity and sillage are rated strong, with most voters scoring each one high, so a small application is enough to fill a room and cling to clothes. It reads unisex, balanced enough to sit comfortably on a man or a woman. It opens bright and slightly green with aldehydes, rosemary, bergamot and lily of the valley. In the heart, rose, jasmine and orris butter come forward, softened by musk. The base of vetiver, amber, ambergris and oakmoss joins the animalic notes and dries down resinous and woody.

Santal Absolu

7.5

Lost Tribe · 2026

Sweet · Gourmand · Woody

Lost Tribe Santal Absolu is a sweet, creamy and powdery woody gourmand that wraps the softness of sandalwood in vanilla and resin, with a unisex feel. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is a tentative picture. Longevity looks a little stronger than sillage. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine, sitting comfortably in between. Sandalwood, benzoin and French vanilla build a sweet, creamy base. Orris butter and powder soften it into a powdery haze. Bulgarian rose absolute, ylang-ylang and lavender add floral and aromatic touches, while costus root balances the sweetness with a dry, slightly animalic edge.

Pothos / Πόθος

8.7

Angelos Créations Olfactives · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Angelos Créations Olfactives Pothos / Πόθος is a unisex scent led by neroli, jasmine sambac and linden blossom, settling onto a woody, powdery base. Voters find both its longevity and sillage good, with longevity rated slightly higher than sillage. The sample is small, so this is only a general impression. It is unisex and doesn't lean toward either gender. Chloé Capucine and Divine L'Esprit Libre have a close profile. The top opens bright, fresh and citrusy with neroli, orange and jasmine. In the heart, orris butter, lily of the valley and honeysuckle add a floral, powdery softness, while fennel brings a green, spicy edge. The base of Mysore sandalwood, vetiver and vanilla dries down woody, slightly sweet and faintly animalic.

Tears of Eros

6.0

Paul Schütze · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Paul Schütze Tears of Eros is a unisex scent that sets the resinous warmth of frankincense, labdanum and benzoin against the spice of cardamom and pink pepper. The notes read as a single flow rather than stages: resins lay down a sweet, smoky base, while cedar and gaiac wood give it a woody frame. Hyacinth adds a green, floral touch and clementine lightens the weight. The overall impression moves between fresh, spicy and earthy, with a faintly synthetic brightness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable without filling a room. Most voters pick it for leisure, business and daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine.