The Perfume Library

Paragon

8.2

Initio · 2022

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Initio Paragon is a fresh, woody unisex scent led by sandalwood, palo santo and black pepper. Bergamot and lavender bring brightness, while white sage adds a green, airy edge. Oud stays in the background and gives the wood some depth; a fruity, sweet softness and a creamy texture run alongside. Black pepper adds a spicy bite. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Most pick fall and spring, with winter also well represented and summer the least favoured. It is worn across the day, from daily and leisure use to evenings out. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it sits comfortably on either side.

Vintage Radio

8.1

Lattafa Pride · 2023

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Lattafa Pride Vintage Radio is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter, setting a fresh, spicy opening on a woody base. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring, with summer chosen far less. Evening, night out and leisure lead the occasions, and it also works at the office. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and it sits evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens with sage, lavender and bergamot for a fresh start. In the heart, black pepper, plum and Palo Santo bring spice and fruit. The base of amberwood and sandalwood settles into a sweet, creamy, woody finish. Initio Paragon and Armani Privé Bleu Lazuli have a close profile.

Ébène Fumé (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Tom Ford · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Ébène Fumé Eau de Parfum is a smoky, leathery unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. It reads mostly masculine, followed by classic. Leather, cade juniper wood and gaiac wood stand out. Black pepper absolute and Palo Santo add a spicy, smoky edge, while resins, cistus absolute and ebony give a sweet, earthy depth. Rose and violet leaf soften the heavy texture slightly.

Tihota

8.3

Indult · 2006

Sweet · Gourmand · Oriental

Indult Tihota is a sweet, creamy unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and very few choose summer. It is mostly recommended for evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine, though it works as unisex. Tahitian vanilla, almond milk and cream come forward, with cane sugar adding to the sweetness. Amber, tonka bean and benzoin absolute build a warm, oriental base, while white musk leaves a soft, powdery trail. The whole has a gourmand warmth. iMatti Milk's Note and LPDO La Nuit Blanche have a close profile.

Lovefest Burning Cherry | 48 (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Kayali · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Kayali Lovefest Burning Cherry | 48 Eau de Parfum is a sweet, fruity women's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings best. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with leisure wear close behind. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as feminine or modern. It opens with black cherry, bergamot and raspberry for a juicy sweetness. The heart brings jasmine sambac, damask rose, heliotrope and praliné; in the base, gaiac wood, patchouli and tonka bean absolute build a woody, smoky, creamy ground. Spicy and gourmand accords run through it.

De Los Santos

7.6

Byredo · 2022

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Byredo De Los Santos is a fresh, green and woody unisex fragrance built around clary sage, orris root and Palo Santo. Most voters suggest fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business use not far behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably between the two. It opens with clary sage and mirabelle plum, a fresh start with a light fruity edge. In the heart, orris root and cistus add a resinous, earthy depth. Musk, Palo Santo and ambroxan then settle into a soft, woody finish.

Yellow Diamond

6.7

Versace · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Versace Yellow Diamond is a fresh, citrusy floral with a touch of sweet fruit and a light woody base, suited above all to spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. About half of voters find it feminine, while the rest call it modern or classic. The top of neroli, bergamot, lemon and pear sorbet gives a bright, fruity opening. In the heart, freesia, mimosa, water lily and orange blossom soften the floral side. The base of Palo Santo, amberwood and musk gathers the sweetness onto a light woody footing. Versace Yellow Diamond Intense and Rabanne Lady Million Eau My Gold! share a close profile.

Eilish No. 2

6.6

Billie Eilish · 2022

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Billie Eilish Eilish No. 2 is a spicy, woody unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn or winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. It doesn't lean clearly masculine or feminine; both get similar votes. It opens with apple blossom and Italian bergamot, light and fresh. The heart of black pepper, corn rose and papyrus sets a spicy, earthy tone. In the base, musk, Palo Santo and ebony leave a woody, resinous, smoky trail. Robert Piguet Atomica and Montale Black Musk have a close profile.

You Doux

7.7

Glossier · 2024

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Glossier You Doux is a fresh, woody women's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter and suits everyday wear. It opens on sweet violet, then palo santo, frankincense and myrrh build a resinous, smoky heart. Ambrette and Ambrox in the base soften it into a powdery, creamy sweetness. Overall it reads fresh, spicy and slightly synthetic, with a woody core. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close without filling a room. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office come first. Voters call it modern about as often as feminine. Bond No. 9 Governors Island and Gucci The Heart of Leo have a close profile.

Reasons

7.2

Amouage · 2024

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Amouage Reasons is a spicy, woody unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best. It opens with hazelnut, cinnamon and cardamom, a spicy and lightly sweet start, with Peruvian pepper tree adding a dry edge. In the heart, cashmeran, amber, pine and patchouli set a woody ground, softened by davana and cypriol. The base of myrrh, Palo Santo, sandalwood and vetiver settles into a resinous, green and creamy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays present without filling the room. Most voters pick fall and winter, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. It leans slightly masculine. Thameen Carved Oud and The Dua Brand Veil of Meaning have a close profile.

Eau de Californie

7.7

Celine · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Celine Eau de Californie is a fresh, woody unisex scent built on patchouli, palo santo and tree moss, brightened by bergamot. Most voters recommend spring and fall, with summer not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office are the occasions it is picked for most. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Citrus and fresh accents come through with the bergamot, while patchouli and tree moss add an earthy depth. Palo santo brings a smoky, woody air, and orris butter gives a powdery, creamy softness. There is a spicy, lightly sweet edge too. Dunhill Indian Sandalwood and Celine Nightclubbing have a close profile.

Opus XVI - Timber

7.9

Amouage · 2025

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Amouage Opus XVI - Timber is a unisex scent for fall and winter evenings, pairing sweetness and spice over a woody base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen most for evenings and nights out. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, though it wears as unisex. The top notes of cardamom, pink pepper and juniper open spicy and cool, softened by cocoa and cypress. In the heart, fir balsam and Omani green frankincense turn resinous and smoky, with a touch of lavender to lighten it. The base of Bourbon vanilla, Palo Santo, cedarwood and sandalwood settles into a creamy, sweet woodiness.

Just Before

7.8

The House of Oud · 2018

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

The House of Oud Just Before is a sweet, gourmand and spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters read it slightly more feminine, but it sits comfortably as unisex. It opens with saffron, lemon and bergamot, where spice meets citrus. Myrrh, ylang-ylang and palo santo in the heart add a woody, resinous depth. In the base, benzoin, vanilla, sandalwood and amber carry it into a creamy, sweet oriental feel. Moresque Seta and Electimuss Spice D'Arno have a close profile.

This Is Really Him!

7.2

Zadig & Voltaire · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Really Him! is a fresh, citrusy scent for men, opening on lemon and grapefruit and resting on a woody base of Palo Santo and amberwood. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick fall and spring, with summer close behind, and it is rated for daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters mostly call its character masculine and modern. Lemon and grapefruit give the top a bright, sharp lift. In the heart, metallic notes and orange blossom sweeten it while keeping a crisp, synthetic edge. Palo Santo and amberwood settle underneath as a dry, slightly spicy wood. Marc Jacobs Bang Bang and Jacques Bogart Story Blue have a close profile.

Open Sky

7.1

Byredo · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Byredo Open Sky is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex fragrance, and it has been discontinued. It is built from honey pomelo, Palo Santo, black pepper, hemp and vetiver. The citrus and green side leads, while spicy and woody accords give it a dry edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure and daily wear, and works at the office too. It sits between masculine and feminine. The Dua Brand High Skies and Penhaligon's Juniper Sling have a close profile.

Jasper no Kodō III

8.4

Folkwinds · 2026

Floral · Green · Fruity

Folkwinds Jasper no Kodō III is a green, woody and resinous unisex scent built around Canadian Balsam fir absolute, juniper berry and Malayan oud, and it has been discontinued. It opens with blackberry and juniper berry alongside palo santo and copal resin, set against the green of fir and hemlock absolutes. In the heart, oud, blue lotus and wild thyme lead, with elderberry softening the sweetness. The base settles on pine needle absolute, Omani green frankincense and white ambergris, giving a resinous, woody floor. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, though summer and winter also get votes. It leans towards leisure, evening and nights out. Voters read it as masculine first, with modern close behind. Jasper no Kodō II and Jasper XXX, Maligne Lake Road have a close profile.

Eternal Wood

7.4

Mancera · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Mancera Eternal Wood is a sweet, woody and smoky unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Both its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is worn mostly in the evening and for nights out. It reads more masculine than feminine, though it stays unisex. It opens with Laotian oud, saffron and davana for a spicy start. The heart of Palo Santo, gaiac wood, cashmere wood and white copal resin builds a woody, resinous base. In the base, caramel, amber and Brazilian tonka bean sweeten it, while oakmoss adds a dry edge. Lattafa Raghba Wood Intense and Lattafa Oudain have a close profile.

WO/03 Café et Cèdre

7.8

Zara · 2023

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara WO/03 Café et Cèdre is a masculine scent where fresh and sweet sit side by side, running along a spicy, woody line. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters suggest fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely picked. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, though some also choose it for business and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. The top notes are bergamot, coffee and black pepper, with the coffee adding a sweet, gourmand edge. In the heart, clary sage, orris root and frankincense make a powdery, spicy transition. The base of tonka bean, amberwood, cashmeran and Palo Santo settles it on a woody, sweet footing. Its profile is close to La Rive Mr. Sharp and Carolina Herrera Bad Boy (Eau de Toilette).

Chloë Sevigny - Little Flower

8.3

Régime des Fleurs · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Régime des Fleurs Chloë Sevigny - Little Flower opens with blackcurrant bud, honey pomelo and peony, making a fresh, citrusy floral that suits women and easy daytime wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and business leading the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most read it as feminine, followed by modern. Blackcurrant bud and honey pomelo give the opening a green, fruity freshness, and peony carries it toward the floral side. In the heart, honeysuckle, rose otto, black tea and bleeding-heart flower build a sweet floral core. The base of Palo Santo, gaiac wood and musk settles into a soft, woody finish. Dior Me, Dior Me Not and Moschino Funny! have a close profile.

Good Fortune Elixir Intense

7.6

Viktor & Rolf · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Viktor & Rolf Good Fortune Elixir Intense is a sweet, smoky and spicy women's fragrance built on frankincense, jasmine, vanilla and sandalwood. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. Half of the voters read it as feminine. Frankincense opens it and jasmine sits in the heart. Palo santo, Bourbon vanilla and New Caledonian sandalwood dominate the base. A floral core carries a sweet, powdery, oriental texture, and smoky spice deepens it as it settles. Yves Saint Laurent Velours and Serge Lutens La Religieuse have a close profile.

Agarbathi

7.5

Penhaligon's · 2017

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Penhaligon's Agarbathi is a spicy, woody and smoky men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with palo santo, bergamot and pink pepper, a spicy freshness. At the heart, jasmine sambac absolute, frankincense and milk add a resinous, creamy softness. The base of suede, vetiver, fir balsam absolute and sandalwood dries down leathery and smoky, balanced by wood. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings, nights out and leisure time leading. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine. Yves Saint Laurent 24 Rue de L'Université and Amouage Purpose 50 have a close profile.

Senna

8.1

Eau de Moe · 2024

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Eau de Moe Senna is a unisex scent that pairs coconut, vanilla and palo santo, sweet yet fresh. Senna's longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Voters link it most with spring and fall, then summer; daily wear, leisure and nights out lead the occasions. On character, feminine and modern votes are level, with a fair share also calling it masculine. It opens with coconut and heliotrope, and bourbon vanilla takes the heart. The base holds palo santo, lactone, white musk, coconut and vanilla absolute. A sweet, creamy, powdery body is lifted by a fresh, green touch, while woody and spicy tones stay in the background. Zyara Vanilla Baby and Avapari Coconut Vanill have a close profile.

Venezia Essenza pour Homme

8.0

The Merchant Of Venice · 2017

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

The Merchant Of Venice Venezia Essenza pour Homme opens with petitgrain, bergamot and nutmeg and moves towards coffee and leather, a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that has been discontinued. The top is petitgrain, bergamot and nutmeg; in the heart, vetiver, palo santo and labdanum build a woody, resinous, slightly smoky base. Musk, coffee and leather dominate the end, so the scent softens into a gourmand, creamy, leathery sweetness. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, then spring, and almost none choose summer. It leans towards leisure, night out and evening wear, and most voters read it as masculine and classic. Yves Saint Laurent 6 Place Saint Sulpice and Lubin Korrigan have a close profile.

MGO 2021

7.9

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur

Floral · Green · Sweet

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur MGO 2021 is a resinous, woody and smoky unisex scent that pairs sweetness with earthy tones; it has been discontinued. Amber, sandalwood, benzoin and coconut form the backbone, while cedar, patchouli and frankincense deepen the woody, resinous side. A creamy sweetness is held in check by smoky and earthy tones, with floral and green touches staying in the background. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it suits leisure, evenings and nights out. It leans somewhat masculine, though many voters read it as feminine. Ikiryō Damn Hippie and Hendley Perfumes Felt share a close profile.