The Perfume Library

85 perfumes

Velvet

Perfumer H · 2015

Floral · Green · Spicy

Perfumer H Velvet is a discontinued unisex chypre that sets powdery florals against green, earthy and smoky tones. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer trailing behind. It is chosen most often for evenings and leisure time. Though unisex, most voters read its character as feminine. Violet absolute, iris and rose absolute form a floral, powdery frame. Persian galbanum and angelica root add a green, slightly spicy edge. Labdanum, Indonesian patchouli and frankincense bring woody, earthy and smoky depth.

Cologne

8.0

Perfumer H · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Perfumer H Cologne is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent, with the brightness of bergamot and bitter orange resting on a woody base. The citrus comes from bergamot and bitter orange, while the green side is built from spearmint, galbanum and blackcurrant bud. Vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss add a dry, lightly spicy woodiness, so the scent stays clean and crisp throughout. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably between the two. Miller Harris Le Petit Grain and Diptyque L'Eau des Hespérides have a close profile.

Aksum

8.7

Pryn Parfum · 2017

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Pryn Parfum Aksum is a unisex scent that pairs Taif rose, Assam oud and frankincense in an animal, resinous and smoky character; it has been discontinued. Taif rose, jasmine sambac and tuberose form a floral frame, but it is read alongside the rough character of goatskin, hyraceum and dragon's blood. Spicy, earthy and leathery accords dominate, while oud and myrrh lay a woody, smoky ground. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. It suits those who like a dense, animal, oriental scent and does not lean to either gender. Prin Arsalan and L'Artisan Parfumeur Al Oudh have a close profile.

JIZ

7.6

Mallo · 2022

Floral · Green · Fruity

Mallo JIZ is a unisex scent that pairs Spanish immortelle, orange blossom absolute and Malayan oud into something floral, green and smoky; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: Persian galbanum brings a green, resinous edge, and the orange blossom absolute pulls it towards a sweet floral side. Moroccan spices and Malayan oud add a spicy, woody, smoky depth, while the fruity and oriental touches stay in the background. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, though the small number of votes makes these ratings only a rough guide. It suits men and women alike who want a rich, floral-woody profile with some weight to it.

Amygdala

8.7

Mendittorosa · 2022

Floral · Green · Spicy

Mendittorosa Amygdala is a unisex fragrance that darkens a floral and green core with spice, resin and smoke. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. The dense character suits cooler weather and wearers who want to be noticed, on men and women alike. It opens with arabica coffee, Ceylonese cinnamon and pink pepper, a warm and spicy start. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang, galbanum and violet leaf hold floral and green together, giving a powdery, creamy texture. The base of vetiver, gaiac wood and labdanum settles into a woody, earthy and smoky ground. Oriza L. Legrand Gentry Jockey Club and Raer Scents No. 07: Orris Root have a close profile.

600 Ailes

5.8

The Unleashed Apothecary · 2022

Floral · Green · Spicy

The Unleashed Apothecary 600 Ailes is a unisex fragrance where floral and green notes sit on an earthy, leathery, animalic base; it has been discontinued. Gallic rose and Egyptian cassie carry the floral side, while Persian galbanum adds a sharp green edge. Italian cannabis, Indonesian patchouli and Manuka wood pull the scent towards spicy, woody and earthy ground. The notes have no top-to-base split, so it reads from start to finish as one dark, green, slightly wild whole. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both ratings rest on only a few votes. It suits those who want an unisex scent with a pronounced character. Grès Cabochard and Perfumer H Patchouli have a close profile.

Intense Black

7.1

Lomani · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Lomani Intense Black is a men's fragrance that moves from a bright opening of Calabrian lemon, Mexican pink pepper and Italian bergamot to a warm, smoky base of frankincense, sandalwood and oud. The opening leans on citrus and spice: lemon and bergamot keep it fresh while pink pepper adds a sharper edge. In the heart, Persian galbanum brings a green note, African nutmeg a spicy warmth and Atlas cedar a woody frame. The base of frankincense, musk, Indian sandalwood and oud ends on a resinous, earthy, smoky note. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those impressions are tentative. With its fresh opening and oriental base, it reads as a masculine scent. Voters also rate its value for money highly.

Spite (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Chronotope · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Chronotope Spite Eau de Parfum pairs tuberose, thyme and sandalwood in a fresh, floral and green unisex scent. The notes have no top, heart and base split, so the scent reads as a single whole. Rose otto, peony and orange blossom build the floral side, while galbanum and green carnation add a sharp, leafy edge. Nutmeg and clove bring spice, and Omani green frankincense adds a resinous depth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of votes means this is only a rough guide. Its fresh, green character suits anyone who likes florals, men and women alike. Its profile is close to Ormonde Jayne Ormonde Woman and Memo Paris Odéon Rosebud.

Zelda

8.2

En Voyage Perfumes · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

En Voyage Perfumes Zelda is a floral perfume for women that pairs a fresh citrus opening with rich white flowers and a warm, resinous base. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. Most pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, with summer chosen less often. It is worn for daily use, leisure and evenings alike. It opens green and bright with Persian galbanum and Italian bergamot alongside spices. In the heart, tuberose, gardenia, magnolia and May rose take over. The base of musk, amber, sandalwood and vanilla sweetens it into a creamy, woody warmth. Xerjoff Alexandria II and Bond No. 9 B9 have a close profile.

Ocre Doré

7.2

Scent on Canvas · 2013

Gourmand · Spicy · Woody

Scent on Canvas Ocre Doré is a women's fragrance built around oakmoss, Indonesian patchouli and labdanum, with an earthy, woody and resinous character. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a quiet presence. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It opens with tea, maté and Persian galbanum, a green and slightly bitter start. In the heart, white truffle, oakmoss and underwood set an earthy, powdery base. It settles into patchouli, Virginia cedar and labdanum, which bring a woody, smoky, resinous warmth, with gourmand and spicy accords staying in the background.

Basile Uomo (2002)

7.7

Basile · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Basile Uomo (2002) is a fresh, green men's fragrance built around citrus and herbal notes, settling into a smoky, leathery base. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit, joined by basil, thyme, rosemary and lavender. In the heart, jasmine, carnation, cinnamon and nutmeg add a floral and spicy warmth. The base of frankincense, patchouli, oakmoss and leather leaves a smoky, leathery, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. With its fresh fougère structure it reads masculine. Montana Black Edition and Jean Louis Vermeil Vermeil for Men have a close profile.

Iris Lumière

7.4

Shalini · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Shalini Iris Lumière is a fresh, green floral with a creamy softness and a faint smoky edge, presented as a women's fragrance. The notes read as a single whole: French lily-of-the-valley and hyacinth build a bright floral base, while Persian galbanum adds a sharp green edge. Orris butter pulls the scent towards a creamy, powdery softness, and frankincense leaves a smoky trace in the background. The sweetness stays light, and a leathery touch can be felt among the flowers.