The Perfume Library

Royce Black

8.3

Vûrv

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Vûrv Royce Black is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with pepper and orange, then clove, cumin and cinnamon bring the spice forward in the heart. In the base, tonka bean, sandalwood and amber soften it and add a woody warmth. The overall impression is fruity, gourmand and oriental, with a synthetic edge. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards night out and evening wear. More than half of voters find it masculine. Zara For Him Red Edition and Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Mâle have a close profile.

Mountain Pepper

6.3

Korres · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Korres Mountain Pepper is a citrusy, green and spicy men's fragrance that opens fresh and settles onto a woody base. Orange, bergamot and apple lead the top, with litsea cubeba and plum rounding out the fresh opening. The heart brings lavender, rosemary, coriander and pepper, while jasmine and rose soften the spicy greenery. Musk, amber, woods and moss form the base. The overall impression is fresh, lightly sweet and woody. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and few choose winter. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and most voters find it masculine. Parfums de Marly Percival and Truefitt & Hill Sandalwood have a close profile.

Scheherazade

7.3

Bortnikoff · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bortnikoff Scheherazade is a unisex scent that most voters place in autumn and spring, for evenings and leisure time, pairing fresh citrus with a sweet, fruity and woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Autumn gets the most votes, followed by spring, and evening, leisure and night-out wear lead the occasions. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. It opens with bergamot, red mandarin orange and blackcurrant absolute, bright and fruity. Pepper and apricot absolute add spice and sweetness in the heart. Malayan oud, Lebanon cedar and Indian sandalwood settle it onto a woody base. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Verde

7.4

Ajmal · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ajmal Verde is a fresh, green men's fragrance that pairs a citrus-and-spice start with a woody, earthy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter and summer trailing behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions, and it reads masculine and classic. Pepper, ginger and bergamot open with a bright, spicy citrus lift. In the heart, galbanum adds a sharp green edge and jasmine a soft floral touch. In the base, cedarwood, sandalwood and leather settle it into a smoky, leathery, earthy woodiness. Louis Vuitton LV Lovers and Pierre Guillaume 12 Hyperessence Matale have a close profile.

Encens Fève Tonka

7.3

Fragonard · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Fragonard Encens Fève Tonka is a sweet, resinous fragrance that suits fall and winter best, and wears most easily in the evening or on a night out. It opens with pepper, clove, bergamot and mandarin orange, then moves into apple, rose and jasmine at the heart. Vanilla, frankincense, tonka bean and woods dominate the base. A sweet, powdery, spicy and smoky oriental character sits over the floral and fruity side. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and very few choose summer. Although it was released for women, voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. Guerlain Shalimar (Eau de Parfum) and M. Micallef Gaïac have a close profile.

HiM (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Hanae Mori · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Hanae Mori HiM Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter, opening fresh and settling into a sweet, spicy woodiness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while evening, daily wear and the office are all named in similar measure. Most see it as masculine, and a good share call it modern. It opens fresh with mandarin orange, bergamot and violet leaf, with pepper and cardamom adding spice. In the heart, tonka bean and cinnamon sweeten it, and fig wood brings a creamy softness. The base of musk, amber, white cedar and teakwood leaves a woody, resinous finish.

Waidmanns Heil Intense

6.5

Rammstein · 2023

Floral · Green · Spicy

Rammstein Waidmanns Heil Intense is a unisex scent that suits fall and winter best, joining green, spicy and floral sides to a leathery, smoky woodiness. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and evenings out. Most voters read its character as masculine, though it wears as unisex. It opens with pepper and ylang-ylang. The heart holds clove leaf, frankincense and jasmine, with the floral side resting on a resinous, spicy ground. In the base, leathery notes, fir balsam and vetiver dry down earthy, smoky and woody. Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Bois d'Encens and Kilian Dark Lord - Ex Tenebris Lux have a close profile.

Esprit de Fleurs

7.1

Frapin · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Frapin Esprit de Fleurs opens with grapefruit, tangerine and bergamot and settles into a jasmine and rose heart, a fresh unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer; it has been discontinued. The citrus notes give a bright, slightly green freshness at first. In the heart, jasmine and rose come forward, with basil and pepper adding a light spice and red berries a fruity sweetness. Vetiver, cedar, vanilla and orris root carry the base, dry and softly powdery. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share find it masculine. Kiton Napoli and Salvador Dali Eau de Dali have a close profile.

Spirit of Tempting Lilies

7.9

Spirit · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Spirit Spirit of Tempting Lilies is a sweet, fruity floral for women, built around lily, rose and heliotrope at its heart. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick spring and fall, followed by winter. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and it reads clearly feminine. It opens with lemon, pear leaf and red fruits, with pepper adding a light spice. The heart of lily, rose and heliotrope turns floral and powdery. In the base, cedarwood, patchouli, sandalwood and vanilla settle it into a creamy, gourmand sweetness.

Baba Yaga (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

SuléKó · 2013

Citrus · Green · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

SuléKó Baba Yaga Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus against spice, smoke and leather, with a woody, earthy character. It opens with mandarin orange, orange and bergamot, a fresh citrus layer. Clove, nutmeg and cinnamon bring the spice forward in the heart, with pink pepper adding a slight edge. The base of patchouli, cade juniper wood and leather settles into a smoky, resinous, green-tinged earth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening, night out and leisure lead the occasions. It leans masculine, though a good share of voters call it feminine. Katana Cuir Vicuna and Féraud Nuit des Sens have a close profile.

Tennis Green

7.0

The Nose Behind · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Nose Behind Tennis Green is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits warm spring and summer days. The top is led by bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, with mint and basil adding a green coolness. In the heart, jasmine, saffron and nutmeg bring a soft touch of spice. The base settles on vetiver, cedarwood and musk. Aquatic, green and fruity tones dominate the accords. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and sport are the occasions named most often. It leans a little more masculine, though many also call it modern. Kenzo Kenzo Homme and Creed Himalaya share a close profile.

Pax

7.8

Lorenzo Pazzaglia

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Pax is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening with a floral, sweet and slightly leathery base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though it also works for nights out. Votes lean feminine and modern, but a fair share call it masculine. Passion fruit, pear and black grape open it, lifted by citrus fruits and pepper. The heart turns floral with jasmine, magnolia and frankincense, while cardamom adds a little spice. In the base, amber, Bourbon vanilla and white musk give a creamy, sweet footing, with leather and oud staying in the background.

Dalmatian Sage

7.5

The Merchant Of Venice · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Merchant Of Venice Dalmatian Sage is a fresh, green and spicy men's fragrance built on lemon, sage and grapefruit; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, sage and grapefruit, a bright citrus and herbal start. In the heart, petitgrain, pepper and nutmeg add a light touch of spice. The base of vetiver, cedarwood and oakmoss settles it onto a dry, woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. In the character votes, masculine comes out on top.

Al Dana / الدانة

8.5

Lattafa

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Lattafa Al Dana / الدانة is a unisex fragrance that opens with a fresh citrus and green brightness and settles onto a smoky, woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, while winter gets far fewer votes. Daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. About half of voters call it masculine, and a fair share find it modern. It begins with lime, bergamot and lemon, with pineapple adding a fruity sweetness and pepper a light spice. The heart brings lily of the valley, jasmine and frankincense for a soft floral-resinous turn. In the base, patchouli, amber and musk join woody and smoky notes for an earthy depth. Al Haramain L'Aventure and Rasasi Hawas Black / هوس have a close profile.

Mille & Une Roses

7.7

Lancôme · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Lancôme Mille & Une Roses is a fresh, powdery feminine scent built around damask rose, vanilla and white musk, and it has been discontinued. The scent reads as one piece: damask rose sits at the centre, tangerine adds a fruity brightness and pepper a light spice. Vanilla and white musk soften it into something powdery and sweet, while amber and ambrette seed lay a warm base that keeps the sweetness in check. Aquatic and chypre touches stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and its use is spread evenly across daytime, office and evening wear. Its character reads mostly feminine. Chloé Roses de Chloé and Parfum d'Empire Eau Suave have a close profile.

Walk into the Sunrise

7.1

Jean Poivre

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Jean Poivre Walk into the Sunrise is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent built around neroli, lemon and pepper, and it suits spring and summer days. The top is bright with neroli and lemon, while pepper adds a light spice. In the heart, herbs and peppermint push the green side further, and ambergris in the base softens the sweetness as the scent settles. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and the office leading the occasions. It doesn't lean to one gender: masculine and feminine votes are equal. Creed Sélection Verte and Diptyque L'Eau des Hespérides have a close profile.

The Golden Secret (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Banderas · 2011

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Banderas The Golden Secret Eau de Toilette is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance where apple liqueur, nutmeg and pepper meet. Longevity is rated weak and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, with summer well behind. It is worn mostly for evenings and nights out, and also for business; half of voters find it masculine. The fruity sweetness of apple liqueur is balanced by the warm spice of cumin and pepper, while nutmeg softens that spicy side. Cedar gives a woody base and leather a leathery one, with amber adding an oriental touch to the sweetness. Fresh and powdery accords stay in the background. Banderas The Secret and Zara Man Uomo have a close profile.

La Martina Hombre (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

La Martina · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

La Martina Hombre Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy green fragrance for men that deepens into spice, earth and wood; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, mandarin orange, bergamot and basil, which give a bright, green first impression. Thyme, cardamom, pepper and clove add a spicy edge in the heart, while cedar, vetiver, patchouli and musk settle it onto a woody, earthy, faintly leathery base. A sweet touch softens the citrus. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Most see it as clearly masculine. Nanadebary Green and Creed Bois du Portugal have a close profile.

Black Agent

7.7

Pascal Morabito

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Pascal Morabito Black Agent is a men's fragrance that opens with pepper, rose and bergamot and dries down to vetiver, frankincense and musk, with a sweet, spicy character. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring comes third and summer lags far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure and the office. Most voters read it as masculine, while some find it classic or feminine. The opening sets pepper and bergamot beside rose. In the heart, clove and tuberose add a floral, spicy note and tonka bean sweetens it. In the base, vetiver, frankincense and musk settle it into a resinous, earthy and slightly smoky woodiness. Fragonard Encens Fève Tonka and Dsquared² Potion Royal Black have a close profile.

Aqua di Roma Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Laura Biagiotti · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Laura Biagiotti Aqua di Roma Uomo Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall trailing behind. It is suggested for leisure, daily wear and the office, while night and evening get a small share. Most voters read it as masculine. It has been discontinued. It opens with rhubarb, watermelon, mint and grapefruit, a cool, fruity and green start, with cassia adding a faint extra note. In the heart, spices and pepper sharpen the freshness a little. The base of woody notes, amber and oakmoss softens it into a calm woodiness. Chanel Allure Homme Sport Cologne Sport and Czech & Speake Citrus Paradisi have a close profile.

Montana Black Edition

7.7

Montana · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Montana Black Edition is a fresh yet smoky men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter, opening with citrus and lavender before settling into a woody, leathery base. The top is led by lavender, mandarin orange, bergamot, cinnamon and pepper, with the spice giving the citrus some bite. The heart of rose, pine needle and sage adds a green, floral turn. In the base, leather, oakmoss, cedar and patchouli carry the weight, while vanilla and frankincense bring a resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it suits leisure and business settings best. It reads mostly masculine and classic. Krizia Uomo and Ralph Lauren Safari for Men have a close profile.

So Blue

7.3

Mancera · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera So Blue is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that softens citrus and sea air with a floral heart. It opens with Calabrian mandarin orange, Calabrian lemon and bergamot, with pepper and fruits adding a lively edge. In the heart, Bulgarian rose and violet bring a soft floral note, while marine notes and patchouli carry the aquatic side. The base turns sweeter with vanilla and amber, resting on musk, oakmoss and Mysore sandalwood. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Feminine leads the character votes, though a fair number of voters also call it masculine. Lattafa Liam Blue Shine and Birkholz Portraits of Portofino have a close profile.

Desnuda

7.2

Emanuel Ungaro · 2001

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Emanuel Ungaro Desnuda opens with cardamom, tuberose and peach before settling into a sweet, powdery floral for women; it has been discontinued. Cardamom, pepper and bergamot give the opening a spicy brightness, while peach and mandarin orange add a fruity softness. In the heart, jasmine, rose and iris build a floral, powdery core. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, tonka bean and musk finishes woody, sweet and oriental. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it also suits daily wear, leisure and evenings. Most voters find it feminine. M. Micallef Floral and Givenchy Amarige (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Wonder How You Feel

8.3

Coachella

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Coachella Wonder How You Feel is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that most voters place in autumn and winter. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and it leans towards evenings, nights out and leisure time, though it also works for daily wear. Voters read it as neither clearly feminine nor masculine, somewhere in between, and as modern. It opens with frankincense, saffron and pepper, giving a spicy, smoky start. In the heart, elemi resin and cedarwood build a resinous, woody base. Suede, tonka bean and Bourbon vanilla in the base add a creamy, gourmand sweetness with a leathery touch. Yves Saint Laurent Babycat and Paris Corner Rifaaqat have a close profile.