The Perfume Library

Vanilla Woods (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

The 7 Virtues · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

The 7 Virtues Vanilla Woods Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter, yet sits easily in everyday wear. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while spring and summer trail behind. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Daily and leisure wear lead the occasions, with office and evening following. Most voters read it as feminine. Pear gives a fruity freshness at the start, followed by a floral heart of rose. The base of benzoin, amber, caramel, musk and Bourbon vanilla leaves a gourmand, sweet and woody warmth. Zara Rose Gourmand Nectar and Xerjoff Via Cavour 1 have a close profile.

Alien Hypersense

7.3

Mugler · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Mugler Alien Hypersense is a floral, fruity scent built around cashmeran, pear and Indian jasmine sambac. Green mandarin orange and pear give it a fresh, juicy fruit note. Indian jasmine sambac carries the floral side, while cashmeran adds a soft, woody and creamy touch. The overall impression is sweet and distinctly synthetic, bright and modern in feel. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters place it in spring and fall, and lean towards night out, evening and leisure wear. It mostly reads as feminine, with a modern side too. Boy Smells Marble Fruit and Bon Parfumeur 203 Framboise Vanille Mûre have a close profile.

Couleur Primaire / Exemplaire Unique

7.5

Les Eaux Primordiales · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Les Eaux Primordiales Couleur Primaire / Exemplaire Unique is a fresh, floral and lightly powdery unisex scent that suits spring and summer days and everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall and winter chosen less often. Daily, leisure and business settings lead, while evening and night out draw few votes. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Feminine votes edge ahead, yet masculine votes are close behind, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. Fresh, floral and aquatic accords dominate, softened by fruity, powdery and creamy touches. The top holds pear and aldehydes. In the heart, peony, rose and jasmine form a floral core. Musk and ambroxan close it in the base, leaving a clean, slightly synthetic trail.

Fig Porn

7.2

Borntostandout · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Borntostandout Fig Porn is a fresh, fruity and floral unisex scent that opens with fig, pear and bergamot and softens into vanilla and sandalwood. The top notes of bergamot, fig and pear give a fresh, slightly green start. In the heart, peony and Turkish rose carry the floral side while cedarwood adds a woody frame. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, musk and amber sweetens it and closes on a powdery, creamy warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, followed by summer, and daily wear and leisure lead the occasions. It reads mostly feminine to voters, with modern and masculine impressions close behind.

Turathi Electric

7.6

Afnan Perfumes · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Afnan Perfumes Turathi Electric, a unisex release from 2025, is a fresh, citrusy scent that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and relaxed hours. Bergamot, pink grapefruit and mandarin orange give the opening a bright citrus lift, while pear adds a soft fruity touch. In the heart, orange blossom, apple and cedarwood bring out the aquatic and floral side. The base of musk, amber and vanilla sweetens it gently, and ambrofix adds a synthetic sheen. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn and winter well behind. Masculine and modern votes lead on character, though some voters read it as feminine. Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman and Lattafa Pride Art of Universe have a close profile.

Cocktail Maracuja

7.4

New Notes · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

New Notes Cocktail Maracuja is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that suits spring and summer days and relaxed leisure time. Most voters pick it for spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Votes for feminine and masculine character sit close together, so it reads comfortably either way. The top notes of passion fruit, pear, lemon and strawberry give it a bright fruit opening. Towards the heart, pink pepper, cinnamon and ginger add spice, while jasmine and rose bring a soft floral touch. In the base, vanilla, amber and white musk sweeten it, with patchouli and cedarwood forming an earthy floor.

Dubai - Oud

8.0

The Spirit of Dubai · 2015

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Oud is a spicy, woody and resinous unisex scent led by Indian oud, saffron and black pepper. It opens with black pepper, saffron and frankincense, while bergamot and lavender soften the edges a little. Rose, jasmine and myrrh come forward in the heart. Indian oud, vetiver, tobacco and vanilla settle at the base, leaving a smoky, leathery and earthy warmth. Longevity is very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it suits evenings and nights out best. It reads masculine, though it is made for anyone. Nabeel Dahn Al Oud Hindi and Nabeel Al Bashiq have a close profile.

Lalique (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Lalique · 1992

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Lalique Eau de Parfum opens with jasmine, iris and Bulgarian rose, then turns fruity and sweet, powdery and woody, in a scent made for women. It wears well, with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters find it feminine and lean towards spring and autumn, with winter and summer a little behind. Daytime, evening, work and leisure are almost evenly matched. The top is floral and fresh, with jasmine, iris, Bulgarian rose and Aegean wallflower. In the heart, blackcurrant leaf, pear and blackberry bring a fruity edge. The base of white musk, Mysore sandalwood and Bourbon vanilla settles into a powdery, sweet, woody finish.

Queen of Life

7.2

La Rive · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

La Rive Queen of Life is a feminine perfume that sets floral and fruity notes over a sweet, gourmand warmth with a powdery touch. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer the least chosen. Leisure, daily wear and evening get almost equal weight, and most voters read it as feminine. Pear and blackcurrant make up a fruity opening. In the heart, jasmine, iris and orange blossom bring a soft floral note. The base of vanilla, praliné, almond and tonka bean turns the scent sweet and gourmand, with patchouli tempering that sweetness slightly. Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum and Zara Red Vanilla have a close profile.

Touch of Woman

7.4

La Rive · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

La Rive Touch of Woman is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. It reads feminine, though some find it modern. It opens with pink pepper, pear and orange blossom, with jasmine, coffee, liquorice and bitter almond at the heart. The base holds cashmere wood, vanilla, patchouli and cedar. The gourmand and powdery side dominates, drying down creamy and sweet. Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium (Eau de Parfum) and Jo Adams Sexy Nerd have a close profile.

Mon Guerlain Sparkling Bouquet

7.4

Guerlain · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Guerlain Mon Guerlain Sparkling Bouquet is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads feminine, though many also call it modern. Fresh, fruity accords open with pear, while jasmine sambac and lavender turn the heart floral. In the base, sandalwood and Tahitian vanilla sweeten it and settle into a woody, powdery softness, with a slightly synthetic edge.

Ocean di Gioia

7.9

Giorgio Armani · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Ocean di Gioia is a fresh, aquatic scent where citrus and flowers meet a green lightness, and it suits summer and spring days. The top holds pear, green notes and citrus fruits, giving a fruity, bright first impression. In the heart, lily of the valley, rose, marine notes and water jasmine turn it watery and floral. Musk and sandalwood in the base soften it and add a lightly sweet warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring; daily wear, leisure and business settings lead, while evening trails far behind. It reads mostly feminine, and also modern. Jessica Simpson I Fancy You and Mexx Simply for Her have a close profile.

Gucci by Gucci (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Gucci · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Gucci by Gucci Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent in which a floral, fruity heart sits over a sweet, spicy and powdery warmth; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring in third place and summer well behind. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, while daily and office wear get fewer votes. Voters mostly read it as feminine, followed by classic. Pear and guava give a fruity freshness at first, and tiaré carries the floral heart. As it settles, honey sweetens it, patchouli adds a woody, chypre-like depth and musk softens everything. Al Haramain Laiba and Celine Magic have a close profile.

Ansaam Gold

7.7

Lattafa Pride

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lattafa Pride Ansaam Gold is a sweet, fruity feminine scent that links a bright mandarin orange and pear opening to hard candy, rose and jasmine; it has been discontinued. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. It is worn in all four seasons, with autumn and spring slightly ahead, and it is picked more for leisure and nights out. Most voters call it feminine. Mandarin orange and pear give a fresh start. In the heart, hard candy sweetens the floral rose and jasmine. The base of raspberry, musk and vanilla leaves a powdery, creamy, gourmand finish, with a synthetic edge in the accords.

Gold / Supreme Bouquet

7.9

Yves Saint Laurent · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Yves Saint Laurent Gold / Supreme Bouquet is a floral, sweet unisex scent built around jasmine sambac absolute and tuberose absolute. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and the character votes tilt feminine. It opens with bergamot, pink pepper and pear, giving a fruity, lightly spicy first impression. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose form a creamy floral bouquet. The base of amberwood, musk and patchouli adds a woody, oriental and slightly animalic warmth. Parfums d'Elmar Elixir d'Amour and Jardin Bohème Rose Interdite have a close profile.

The Silk (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Sensai · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Sensai The Silk Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that opens with violet leaf, pear and pink pepper, fresh and floral. It has moderate longevity and sillage, staying close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily, office and leisure wear lead the occasions. About half of voters find it feminine. Bergamot and pear bring freshness at the start, with a light spice from pink pepper. In the heart, peony, orchid and lily of the valley add a soft floral note, warmed by amber. Tonka bean and musk sweeten the base into a creamy, powdery finish.

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.

Melody of the Sun

7.9

Mancera · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera Melody of the Sun is a unisex scent led by Calabrian lemon, grapefruit and French lavender: fresh, citrusy and green. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage, which makes it easy to carry through the day. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It leans slightly feminine, though a fair share of voters read it as masculine. It opens with lemon and grapefruit, softened by lavender, pear, Indian cardamom and blackcurrant into something fruity and lightly spiced. In the heart, osmanthus, green tea, jasmine and cedarwood bring a floral, green balance. Musk, amber and Brazilian maté sweeten the base gently. Moschino Funny! and Chanel Chance Eau Tendre (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Lola (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Marc Jacobs · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Marc Jacobs Lola Eau de Parfum opens with pear, pink pepper and red grapefruit, then moves into a floral heart of peony and rose; it is a fresh, sweet, powdery scent for women, and it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind and winter well behind. Daily wear and leisure lead the occasions, though business and evening also get votes. Most voters read it as feminine. Lola Velvet Edition and Heidi Klum Shine have a close profile. Pear, pink pepper and grapefruit give a cool, fruity start, with the pepper adding a slight spicy edge to the freshness. Peony, rose and geranium bring a soft floral heart. In the base, musk, vanilla and tonka bean sweeten the scent and dry it down powdery and warm.

Pure White Cologne

8.4

Creed · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Creed Pure White Cologne is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance with a soft green and floral turn, built like a classic cologne. It opens with bergamot, lemon and grapefruit for a clean, bright start. In the heart, pear, galbanum and neroli bring fruity, green and floral notes into balance. The base of rice flour, white musk and ambergris settles into a powdery, creamy, lightly sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Though it is sold as a men's scent, a fair share of voters read it as feminine. Creed Original Cologne and Creed Neroli Sauvage have a close profile.

Terra di Gioia

7.5

Giorgio Armani · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Giorgio Armani Terra di Gioia is a fresh, floral women's scent built around bergamot, mandarin orange and Indian jasminum grandiflorum, leaning towards spring and summer days. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange, almond blossom and pear, which give a bright, fruity start. Indian jasminum grandiflorum carries the floral heart. The base of musk and amberwood settles into a powdery, creamy, lightly sweet woodiness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, while winter trails well behind. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office best, and most voters find it feminine. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Dew and Van Cleef & Arpels Santal Blanc have a close profile.

Evergreen

6.6

Jil Sander · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jil Sander Evergreen is a fresh, floral women's scent that opens with grapefruit blossom, white pepper and pear. Evergreen's longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it suits anyone who wants a light scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer. Daily wear, office and leisure lead, while evening and night out come well behind. Most voters call it feminine, followed by modern. The opening is dominated by citrus and fruit freshness, with white pepper adding a slight edge. In the heart, lily of the valley, jasmine and rosebud give it a floral, green feel. In the base, patchouli, sandalwood and vanilla soften it and add a gentle sweetness.

Fancy (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Jessica Simpson · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Jessica Simpson Fancy Eau de Parfum is a sweet, fruity women's scent that opens on pear, red fruits and apricot and moves into caramel and roasted almond; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Most voters find it feminine and modern. Pear, red fruits and apricot keep the opening bright and juicy. In the heart, gardenia and jasmine add a soft floral note, while caramel and roasted almond bring a gourmand sweetness. Amber, sandalwood and vanilla dry down creamy and warm. The accords also carry a synthetic edge. Viva La Juicy Gold Couture and Borabora have a close profile.

Armani Code Luna

7.2

Giorgio Armani · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Armani Code Luna is a women's fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of bitter orange, pear and Italian bergamot with a floral heart of osmanthus and orange blossom absolute. Citrus and pear lead the top, then osmanthus, orange blossom absolute and belle de nuit flower turn it floral. Cedar, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten the base and leave a softly powdery, woody warmth. Fruity and spicy touches stay in the background. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair share too. Daily and leisure wear come first, with office and evening use close behind. Most voters call it feminine and modern.