The Perfume Library

Vetyver

6.8

Chantecaille · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Black

5.8

Lanoé

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lanoé Black is a unisex scent that moves from a fresh opening of juniper berry and citrus fruits into a spicy heart of cumin, pepper and clove, then settles on vetiver, patchouli, cedarwood and leather. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the small number of votes means those ratings are only a rough guide. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on either men or women. It opens cool and lively with juniper berry and citrus fruits. Cumin, pepper and clove then add a warm, spicy middle. The base of vetiver, patchouli and cedarwood builds a woody, earthy footing, and the leather note gives it a leathery finish. Cerruti 1881 Riviera and David Jourquin Cuir Caraïbes have a close profile.

Fragments - Purpureum

7.4

Neela Vermeire Créations · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Neela Vermeire Créations Fragments - Purpureum is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent whose fruity and leathery sides give it a dark, dense character. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits between masculine and feminine, reading as unisex. Taken as a whole, dried fig, cocoa and coffee bring the sweetness, while rum and liquorice deepen it. Leather, tobacco and pepper frame the scent in woody, smoky, spicy tones. Myrrh and labdanum add a resinous warmth, and magnolia softens the dark texture slightly.

Eau Turquoise

4.8

Nicolaï · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Eau Turquoise is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that joins a bright fruity opening of lime, apricot and mango to Turkish rose and jasmine; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated moderate, though that view rests on only a few votes. No clear lean towards a season or occasion shows, and it reads as a women's scent. The opening is bright and juicy, with lime, apricot and mango. In the heart, Turkish rose and jasmine form the floral core, sharpened by cardamom and pepper. Patchouli, musk and cedarwood in the base give it a woody, earthy footing, softened by powdery and animal tones. Ted Baker Cu and Nicolaï L'Eau à la Folie have a close profile.

Romae

6.9

Paglieri · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Paglieri Romae is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, lightly spicy base. It opens with rosebud, mandarin orange, violet and pepper; in the heart peony, orange blossom, rose and heliotrope bring out the floral side. That floral core carries a green, powdery feel, then sweetens in the base with Indonesian patchouli, vanilla and amber into a creamy, oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so treat that as a rough guide. It suits men and women alike and wears soft and easy. Carita Carita and Guerlain L'Heure de Nuit have a close profile.

Theorema Leggero

7.9

Fendi

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Fendi Theorema Leggero is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance that sets citrus and floral notes on a soft woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it neither stays close to the skin nor fills a room. Its fresh, floral character suits everyday wear, though the number of votes is small and this picture is tentative. It opens with mandarin orange and pepper, then moves into a floral heart of freesia, lily of the valley and pink pepper. In the base, sandalwood, cedar and musk close it with a powdery, woody warmth. Citrus and fruity sweetness run through the whole scent, while the spice stays in the background.

Incense Gold

7.6

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2016

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Ermenegildo Zegna Incense Gold is a men's fragrance that sets a floral, spicy core against woody, resinous and smoky accords; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin and lasts a long time without filling the room. Most voters find its staying power high. It is positioned as a masculine scent. The top opens fresh with Italian cypress, Calabrian bergamot and Italian lemon. The heart brings a soft floral layer of white blossoms, lotus and jasmine sambac absolute. In the base, frankincense, sandalwood, leather and saffron deepen it into something smoky and resinous. Mary Greenwell Fire and Byredo Bois Obscur have a close profile.

In Black (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Byblos · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Byblos In Black Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and woody men's scent that opens with pepper, grapefruit and neroli and dries down on tonka bean, benzoin and vetiver. Pepper and grapefruit give a sharp, bright start, with neroli softening it. In the heart, balsam fir, suede and geranium come forward. The base carries tonka bean and benzoin into a creamy, gourmand sweetness, while vetiver and cedar set an earthy, woody ground underneath. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it most for daytime wear and the office, with some choosing it for evenings. It reads as a men's fragrance. Marie Jeanne Vétiver Santal and Mazzolari Herion have a close profile.

Les 7 Parfums Capitaux - Marine

5.1

Jovoy · 2007

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Jovoy Les 7 Parfums Capitaux - Marine is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance with a fruity, lightly sweet character; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated weak, and there are too few votes to say much about its sillage or best season. It reads masculine. It opens with pepper, pear and grapefruit, then moves to watermelon and apple in the heart for a cool, fruity sweetness. Musk and cedar settle underneath as a light woody base, with spicy and synthetic touches in the mix. Zarkoperfume Ménage à Trois and Kenzo Aqua Kenzo pour Homme have a close profile.

Vetivero

7.9

The Dua Brand

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Dua Brand Vetivero is a unisex fragrance that sets the brightness of Sicilian bergamot and Amalfi lemon against the green, earthy depth of Haitian vetiver and oakmoss. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the small number of votes means these ratings are only a rough guide. Unisex in style, it reads neither distinctly masculine nor feminine, and its fresh, woody character suits everyday wear. Citrus leads at first, then Tunisian rose and Egyptian jasmine bring a floral softness to the heart. The base builds a woody, green and slightly smoky ground from vetiver, cedar and oakmoss, while nutmeg, pepper and caraway add a spicy edge. Chypre and fougère tones dominate, softened by powdery and creamy touches. Roja Parfums Vetiver (Parfum) and Sospiro Basso have a close profile.

Wish

5.8

Lollia · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lollia Wish is a sweet, floral and spicy women's fragrance built around vanilla, jasmine and cinnamon. Amber and vanilla set a sweet, gourmand base, while jasmine and ylang-ylang carry the floral side. Bergamot and pepper add a touch of brightness, and cinnamon pushes the spice forward. Rice blossom and woody notes soften the blend and leave a powdery feel. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. As a women's scent, it suits those who enjoy warm, sweet tones. Cartier Délices de Cartier and Bond No. 9 West Side have a close profile.

7: Rose Impolie

6.8

Binet-Papillon · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Green

Binet-Papillon 7: Rose Impolie is a unisex scent that roughens rose with citrus and spice, leaning green and fruity more than sweetly floral. It opens with the sharpness of yuzu and pepper. At the heart, rose meets blackcurrant, giving a floral note with a fruity edge. In the base, ginger and myrrh settle it onto a spicy, lightly powdery footing. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though those ratings come from only a small number of voters. Its green, citrusy build reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Ginger Piccante and Caudalie Thé des Vignes have a close profile.

Greed

7.4

OM Parfum · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

OM Parfum Greed is a unisex scent that turns a floral, fruity sweetness dark with spices, oud and animalic notes; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage good too, though the number of votes is small, so these figures are more a hint than a firm measure. It suits both men and women, and its gourmand, spicy character points towards cooler weather. Orange gives a sweet start, then cocoa, jasmine, iris and pepper come forward in the heart. The base is led by oud, vanilla, gaiac wood and cistus, with animalic notes and musk adding a leathery, resinous warmth.

Paperplane

7.5

Costume National · 2023

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Costume National Paperplane is a unisex scent built on a fresh, aquatic feel, with green, spicy and smoky tones layered over it. Its longevity rates as good and its sillage as moderate, though few people have rated it, so those figures are tentative. It reads neither masculine nor feminine and suits anyone. It opens with pepper and frankincense, then sage, vetiver and cypriol form a woody core. Musk, amber and oakmoss soften the base. A synthetic edge runs through the accords. One of those [⁸O] Oxygen and Dsquared² He Wood Silver Wind Wood have a close profile.

Toro

7.6

Maison Alhambra

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Alhambra Toro is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of orange and grapefruit over a woody base of vetiver, cedar and patchouli. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of ratings is small, so this is a tendency rather than a firm verdict. It scores high for value, and it reads as a masculine scent suited to everyday wear. It opens fresh, citrusy and green, with orange and grapefruit giving a fruity brightness. In the heart, pelargonium and pepper add a floral, spicy turn. The base of vetiver, cedar, patchouli and benzoin settles into something woody, earthy and lightly resinous-sweet. Its profile is close to Terre d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) and Swiss Arabian Vetiver and Orange.

Del Mar Caribbean Edition (Eau de Toilette)

6.7

Baldessarini · 2007

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Baldessarini Del Mar Caribbean Edition Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's scent whose fruity sweetness softens the edges. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. It reads masculine. It has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot and blackcurrant. Sage, cardamom and pepper add a spicy heart, and cedar and amber settle into a woody, sweet base. A synthetic edge is part of the overall impression.

Tentation Délicate

7.7

Jardin Bohème · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jardin Bohème Tentation Délicate is a fresh, floral women's fragrance, mixing citrus and green leaves with a light, powdery sweetness that suits easy daytime wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are tentative. Voters lean towards daily wear and business settings, with leisure and sport following behind. Night-out and evening use gets fewer votes. Citron and green leaves give it a fresh, aquatic feel, and ozonic notes keep that airiness going. Jasmine and rose form a floral centre, which amber and musk soften and sweeten slightly. Pepper and vetiver stay in the background, adding a dry, earthy edge. Montale Roses Musk (Eau de Parfum) and DKNY Matcha (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Smooth Leather

8.2

The Dua Brand · 2021

Citrus · Fruity · Spicy

The Dua Brand Smooth Leather is a unisex scent that softens bright citrus and pineapple with blond suede, sandalwood and vanilla. Grapefruit, mandarin orange and bergamot keep the first impression fresh, while pineapple adds a fruity sweetness. Pink pepper and pepper bring a spicy warmth, and blond suede sets the leathery core. Sandalwood, birch, cashmeran and musks settle it onto a woody, creamy base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so this is only a tentative picture. It suits anyone, man or woman, who likes a leather note that stays soft rather than heavy. Bdk Parfums Crème de Cuir and French Avenue Meringue have a close profile.

Elixir - Mysterious Rose

8.4

Amouroud · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Amouroud Elixir - Mysterious Rose is a floral oriental that sets Tibetan, damask and Bulgarian rose on a sweet, creamy base, worn easily by men and women alike. It opens with pepper and lemon giving a slight bite, while praliné and fig sweeten it quickly. In the heart, three roses lead alongside osmanthus and violet leaf; in the base, benzoin, Tahitian vanilla absolute and cedarwood carry the rose into a powdery, creamy, warm finish. Fruity and spicy touches keep the sweetness balanced. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, so a light hand is enough. The vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Its dense, sweet character suits cooler weather and evening wear. By Terry Délectation Splendide and Yves Rocher Rose Ispahan (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Iris Ardent

7.5

Molinard · 2024

Floral · Green · Sweet

Molinard Iris Ardent is a floral, green unisex scent built around iris, violet leaf and vetiver. It opens green and fresh with juniper, angelica, mandarin orange and cypress. In the heart, iris and violet leaf bring a powdery floral note, with frankincense and pepper adding spice. The base of vetiver, leather, musk and amber leaves it woody, earthy and leathery, with a slightly sweet warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so treat these ratings with caution. It reads as neither masculine nor feminine. Zara LTH/03 Know the Leather and Tom Ford Violet Blonde have a close profile.

II Deux

8.3

North Stag · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

North Stag II Deux is a unisex scent that softens a bright opening of mandarin orange, lavender and bergamot with vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli. Its longevity and sillage both rate as good, though the low number of votes means this is only a rough guide. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on both men and women. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and apple for a fruity, citrus freshness, with lavender adding a light aromatic edge. In the heart, jasmine, geranium and violet bring a soft floral touch; the base settles into a sweet, creamy, woody ground of vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli, with cardamom and pepper adding a little spice.

Sport 9.0

7.4

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Sport 9.0 is a fresh, lightly sweet men's fragrance led by citrus and spice. Mandarin orange, lemon, bergamot and orange give it a bright citrus character. Cardamom, ginger and pepper add a spicy edge, while geranium and lavender keep the floral side in the background. Sweet, creamy and powdery accords soften the citrus. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are tentative. It suits a light, casual or post-workout men's scent. Lush The Olive Branch and Lattafa Al Nashama - Caprice have a close profile.

Forza (2008)

6.1

Tonino Lamborghini · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Tonino Lamborghini Forza (2008) is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with an aquatic, spicy character over a woody base. It has been discontinued. Juniper berry, pepper and bergamot open bright and sharp. Thyme, cypress and lemon tea follow in the heart, leaning green and tea-like. The base of patchouli, sandalwood and vetiver leaves a dry, earthy woodiness, with animal and leathery shades sitting quietly behind. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. The fresh, aquatic build suits everyday wear, and it reads clearly masculine. Roja Parfums Elysium Noir and Bvlgari Aqva pour Homme Atlantiqve have a close profile.

La Perla (2013) (Eau de Toilette)

8.4

La Perla · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

La Perla (2013) Eau de Toilette opens with citrus fruits, osmanthus and freesia, carries Bulgarian rose and Grasse jasmine at its heart, and settles on oakmoss and patchouli; it is a women's fragrance that has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters say it stays on the skin for a long time. It reads as feminine, with a chypre and floral build that feels polished and grown-up. It starts fresh, with citrus fruits, tagetes, osmanthus and freesia. At the heart, pepper, cardamom and coriander add a spicy warmth while the rose and jasmine keep it floral. The base of oakmoss, patchouli, sandalwood and musk dries down woody and gently sweet.