The Perfume Library

Especially Escada Delicate Notes

7.2

Escada · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Escada Especially Escada Delicate Notes is a fresh, floral and green perfume built around grapefruit, pear and rose, made for women and suited to everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and office wear. Its character is mostly seen as feminine, with some voters calling it modern. It opens with grapefruit, pear and Japanese rose, bright and fruity. The heart of ambrette seed and rose carries the floral side, and the base of woods and musk settles into a soft, powdery, woody finish, with green and sweet touches along the way. Dior Holy Peony and Trussardi Delicate Rose have a close profile.

Entre Ciel et Mer

7.3

Pierre Guillaume · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Pierre Guillaume Entre Ciel et Mer is a fresh, sea-tinged unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with white thyme, pear, leaves and lavender, which give a green, lightly fruity freshness. The heart turns salty and marine with algae absolute, lichen, ambergris and iodine. Tree moss and New Caledonian sandalwood settle it onto a woody, creamy base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. Tommy Hilfiger The Girl and Tiziana Terenzi Telea have a close profile.

Khair Confection (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Paris Corner · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Paris Corner Khair Confection Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that wraps a floral, fruity core in a creamy, sweet gourmand layer, suited to leisure time and evenings out. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good. Most favour spring and fall, though summer and winter still draw a fair share. Leisure is the most voted occasion, followed by night out and evening. Half of the voters read it as feminine, and many also call it modern. Pear and cream come first, then jasmine, ylang-ylang and cashmeran take the middle. In the base, sandalwood, marshmallow and vanilla sweeten it further. The overall feel is sugary, creamy and floral. Rabanne Fame and Maison Mataha Évasion Bonbon have a close profile.

Nomade Jasmin Naturel Intense

7.3

Chloé · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Chloé Nomade Jasmin Naturel Intense is a feminine floral that most voters place in spring and fall, an easy fit for daily wear and leisure time. Longevity and sillage both rate as good. It can be worn in summer and winter too, but it leans towards spring and fall. Voters pick it for daytime, everyday errands and evenings out. Most call it feminine, and some describe it as modern. The scent is built around Egyptian jasmine, with pear adding a fruity freshness and vanilla and date lending a sweet, creamy softness. Sandalwood and patchouli give it a woody base and a warm, oriental feel.

Obsession Night for Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Calvin Klein · 2005

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein Obsession Night for Men Eau de Toilette is a spicy, woody men's scent that sits between fresh and sweet; it has been discontinued. It opens with pear and cardamom, pairing fruity freshness with spice. Leather leads the heart and adds a leathery depth. Patchouli, vanilla and vetiver settle in the base, where the woody, oriental side softens into sweetness and a faintly synthetic sheen remains. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings, nights out and leisure wear all in the mix. Just over half of voters read it as masculine. Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme (2019) and Hugo Boss Boss Alive Absolu have a close profile.

Sira des Indes

7.1

Jean Patou · 2006

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Jean Patou Sira des Indes opens with banana, pear and cardamom and settles into vanilla and amber, a floral, fruity women's fragrance that has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with evenings also possible. Most voters read it as feminine. The top notes of banana, pear, red berries and bergamot give a fruity sweetness, while cardamom adds spice. Ylang-ylang brings a soft floral heart. The base of musk, sandalwood, amber and vanilla turns it gourmand, woody and powdery.

Signature CoCoLoCo

8.3

Zaharoff · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zaharoff Signature CoCoLoCo is a unisex scent for summer and spring days, its fruity, sweet side kept bright by fresh citrus. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure, night out and evening are the occasions named most. Votes for feminine, modern and masculine sit close together, so it doesn't lean on one gender. It opens fresh and fruity with pineapple, pear, red clementine and Guatemala cardamom. In the heart, coconut, jasmine and American white cedar come forward. The base settles into a creamy, sweet softness of Bourbon vanilla, tonka bean and white musk.

The Iceberg Fragrance

7.1

Iceberg · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Iceberg The Iceberg Fragrance is a discontinued fresh, sweet scent for women; most voters recommend it for fall and winter, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Spring is also a frequent pick, while summer gets the smallest share. Most voters read it as feminine, and office and evening wear follow close behind. Eisenberg Tentation and Ralph Lauren Notorious have a close profile. It opens with pear, bergamot, coriander and pink pepper, a fresh and lightly spicy start. The heart of peony, mimosa and violet adds a soft floral side, while pistachio ice cream pulls it towards a gourmand sweetness. The base of musk, vanilla, patchouli and suede dries down powdery, woody and faintly leathery.

Hawas London

7.8

Rasasi

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Rasasi Hawas London opens with pear, pink pepper and saffron and dries down to vanilla and amber, a sweet, spicy fragrance for men. Pear adds freshness while pink pepper and saffron bring the spice forward. In the heart, frankincense, rose and white blossoms give a soft floral turn. The base of vanilla, blond woods, musk and amber finishes it sweet, woody and oriental. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Though sold as a men's scent, a good share of voters read it as feminine, so it wears fairly flexibly.

Legacy

8.7

Maison Asrar · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Asrar Legacy is a fresh, citrusy and gently sweet unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. It leans slightly masculine in the votes but reads modern, and it sits comfortably on women too. The top is bergamot zest, pear and ginger, bright and fruity. In the heart, orange blossom and jasmine add a soft floral note, balanced by woody notes. The base of vanilla, musk and amber sweetens the scent and settles it into a warm finish.

Solo Ella (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Loewe · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Loewe Solo Ella Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy fruity floral for women, with a sweet, woody base underneath. It opens with pear, apple, bitter orange and peach, bright and juicy. The heart brings orange blossom, jasmine sambac, Damask rose, green tea and violet, giving it a soft floral core. Amber, Virginia cedar and blond woods close it out, adding a gentle sweetness on a woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays present without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. More than half of voters call it feminine. Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique and Bond No. 9 Dubai Indigo have a close profile.

Rose Splendide

7.2

Goutal · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Green

Goutal Rose Splendide is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, with evenings and nights chosen less often. It reads feminine. Galbanum, magnolia and hyacinth open it green and floral. The heart holds rose, lily of the valley and pear, which adds a light fruity touch. Vanilla and musk bring sweetness and a soft, powdery finish. Fragonard Maman Cherie and Dior Forever and ever Dior have a close profile.

Night pour Homme III

7.4

Zara · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zara Night pour Homme III is a men's fragrance that leans towards evenings and nights out in autumn and winter, with a sweet, spicy and woody character. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and few choose summer. It suits dinners and nights out and also works for leisure wear, and it reads mostly masculine. Bergamot, pear and coriander give it a fresh start, while pepper adds spice. Osmanthus and iris bring a soft, powdery floral touch, and amber, sandalwood, cedarwood and vetiver build a woody, oriental base. Leather and cashmere push that base towards a creamy, sweet feel.

Rendez-Vous à Paris

7.5

Montale · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Montale Rendez-Vous à Paris is a unisex scent that pairs the freshness of pear and rhubarb with rose and white blossoms, settling into a sweet vanilla sugar base. It opens fresh and fruity with pear and rhubarb. Rose and white blossoms lead the heart, while ginger and patchouli add a spicy, slightly earthy edge to the floral core. In the base, musk, amber and vanilla sugar soften and sweeten the scent. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. Leisure and daily wear lead, though some wear it for nights out. Around half of voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Swiss Arabian Royal Mystery and Bond No. 9 Bryant Park have a close profile.

Siberian Rose

7.4

Fragrance Du Bois · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Fragrance Du Bois Siberian Rose is a fresh, floral and spicy unisex scent in which pink pepper, tuberose and white rose lead. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter a close third and summer well behind. It gets its strongest votes for evenings and nights out, and it also works for leisure. Voters read it as more feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. The top opens fresh, spicy and slightly fruity with pink pepper, juniper, cinnamon and pear. The heart turns floral and creamy with leather, tuberose, white rose and ylang-ylang. The base of musk, amber and patchouli leaves a sweet, oriental warmth.

Black Woman (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Mexx · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Black Woman Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral and fruity women's scent that leans towards daily wear and the warmer part of the year. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads light. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, with winter well behind. Daily, leisure and business settings come first, and it is mostly seen as feminine and modern. Emil Élise Choose Happiness and Calvin Klein Eternity Rose Blush have a close profile. Peony, freesia, pot marigold and ginger flower open fresh and floral. In the heart, lotus meets apricot, lychee and pear, which soften it and add sweetness. The base of amber, vanilla and sandalwood leaves a warm, woody finish.

Especially Escada Elixir

6.5

Escada · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Escada Especially Escada Elixir is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with pear, grapefruit and Ecuadorian ambrette seed, bright and fruity. In the heart, Turkish rose absolute, plum, ylang-ylang and prune add a soft, sweet floral touch. The base of white musk, patchouli, Bourbon vanilla, cashmere and amber settles into a powdery, warm finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, and a good share call it modern. Parfumlovers 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil - Passion Woman and Jean Patou Patou Nacre Collection have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Rose Milano

7.4

Giorgio Armani · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Rose Milano is a unisex scent that opens with a fresh, citrusy and fruity brightness and settles into a soft, powdery rose. Bergamot, pear and lemon give a bright, slightly green start. In the heart, jasmine and Damask rose lead, and the floral side turns sweet and powdery. Patchouli, white musk and ambergris leave a woody, clean and soft base. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn behind and winter rarely chosen. It suits leisure, business and daily wear more than evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is made as a unisex scent. Creed Pure White Cologne and Lanvin Rumeur 2 Rose have a close profile.

Nude (Eau de Parfum)

6.4

Rihanna · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Rihanna Nude Eau de Parfum is a feminine, modern scent that leans towards spring and autumn, leisure time and daytime wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters place it in spring and autumn, for casual and daily use; its feminine side dominates, though a good share also call it modern. It opens with guava, mandarin orange and pear, fresh and fruity. Orange blossom, gardenia and jasmine sambac bring a soft floral heart. In the base, musk, vanilla orchid and sandalwood settle it into a sweet, powdery, lightly woody finish. Fresh and gourmand accords sit side by side, with a synthetic edge. Swiss Cashmere Snow Angel and Robert Piguet Petit Fracas have a close profile.

Belle de Jour

7.8

Dior · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior Belle de Jour is a discontinued unisex fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days, with a fresh, floral character. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is chosen least. It suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Half of the voters read it as feminine, followed by modern and classic. Pear and rose run together, with woody notes supporting them from behind. The fresh, floral side is softened by a fruity sweetness, and a creamy texture sits in between.

Terracotta Voile d'Été

7.9

Guerlain · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Guerlain Terracotta Voile d'Été carries the coolness of mint and bergamot into a floral heart of ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose, a sweet, powdery women's scent that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Voters place it evenly across spring, summer and fall, and less so in winter. Evening, daily wear and leisure lead the occasions; most voters read it as feminine, and some call it classic. Mint and bergamot open on a fresh note. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose and white lily build a floral body. The base of vanilla, heliotrope and iris sweetens it and softens it into powder, while pear and carnation add fruity and spicy touches. Earthy and smoky accords stay in the background. Guerlain Quand Vient l'Été and L'Heure de Nuit have a close profile.

Aqua Wood

7.3

Mancera · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera Aqua Wood is a fresh, lightly sweet unisex scent that opens with citrus fruits, pear and ginger, then softens into frankincense, benzoin and amber. Citrus fruits and pear give it a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, ginger adds spice, patchouli a woody depth and Turkish rose a soft floral touch. The base of frankincense, benzoin, amber and white musk settles into a creamy, sweet footing, with an aquatic feel running through it. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters read it as masculine more often than not, though it works as a unisex scent. Khadlaj Stellar Musk and Mancera Musky Garden have a close profile.

Ibiza Nights

7.2

Carner · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Carner Ibiza Nights is a fresh, citrusy unisex fragrance that suits spring and summer days, with a floral, sweet touch. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though it also works at the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays with you through the day without dominating. More voters call it feminine than masculine, but a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with pear, Italian mandarin orange and star anise: fruity, bright, lightly spiced. Jasmine sambac, magnolia and Comorian ylang-ylang bring a soft floral heart. The base of Siam benzoin, vanilla and Indonesian patchouli sweetens it and ends creamy and warm, with an aquatic note running faintly throughout.

Skadi

7.1

Pana Dora · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Pana Dora Skadi is a unisex fragrance that opens fresh, fruity and floral and settles into a powdery, sweet chypre. Pear, apple and citrus fruits give a crisp fruity opening, softened by hazelnut and frankincense. In the heart, saffron, osmanthus and rose bring a floral warmth while moss adds the chypre character. The base of vanilla and labdanum sweetens it and dries down powdery and soft. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It sits between masculine and feminine, with a modern feel. Parfum d'Empire Eau Suave and Keiko Mecheri Iris Pourpre have a close profile.