The Perfume Library

Surinam Vert

7.7

Pictura Fragrans · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Pictura Fragrans Surinam Vert is a fresh, floral unisex scent built on passion fruit, guava and coconut water, kept cool by green notes. It opens with passion fruit, guava and coconut water, a sweet, juicy fruit note cooled by green notes. In the heart, frangipani, magnolia and gardenia form a floral core, while the rain accord and petrichor add an aquatic, earthy dampness. In the base, amber, musk and moss soften it and add sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear and leisure lead the occasions. It leans neither masculine nor feminine. Marc Jacobs Rain and Adidas Pure Lightness have a close profile.

Tierra Maya

7.4

Nissaba · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Nissaba Tierra Maya is a unisex scent where cinnamon, Rosa centifolia and Damask rose meet in a spicy warmth, with a clear sweet, gourmand side. Cinnamon and Guatemala cardamom bring a spicy warmth, while the two rose notes carry the floral face. Peru balsam pulls the scent towards a resinous, creamy sweetness, and Virginia cedar and musk set a soft, woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a gentle trail close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear. Casamorati Bouquet Ideale and Fort & Manlé Harem Rose have a close profile.

Tigerwood: King Super

8.0

Ensar Oud · 2024

Green · Spicy · Woody

Ensar Oud Tigerwood: King Super is a dark, smoky unisex fragrance built around oud resin, Malayan oud, tobacco and coffee. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, with most voters giving longevity a high mark. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. The woody, spicy structure carries green, earthy and animalic tones. Oakmoss and patchouli lay a dry, earthy base, while black pepper and clove add spice. Cocoa, black tea and Bourbon vanilla soften the harder edges, and Peru balsam and black ambergris bring a resinous depth.

À Corps Secret

8.7

Borntostandout · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Borntostandout À Corps Secret is a unisex fragrance that builds the brightness of bergamot and mandarin on a warm ginger and cinnamon edge, with oud and vanilla underneath. It opens fresh and spicy with Italian bergamot, Italian mandarin orange and ginger, while cinnamon adds a warm edge. In the heart, jasmine sambac and orange blossom absolute bring a floral layer, sweetened by praliné and Peru balsam. The base of oud, vanilla, patchouli and cistus concrete settles into an earthy, resinous, woody sweetness. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as very strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. With a trail this strong, a light hand tends to balance it better. It reads as unisex rather than leaning masculine or feminine.

Esprit de Candela

7.1

Simimi · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Simimi Esprit de Candela is a spicy, sweet and smoky unisex scent built around clove, saffron and vanilla. It opens with clove, saffron, bergamot and coriander in a spicy start. The heart holds amber, leather and damask rose, and the base of tonka bean, vanilla and patchouli settles it onto a sweet, resinous, woody floor. The floral and powdery sides stay restrained, with leathery and smoky touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards evening, leisure and night-out wear, with office use trailing behind. The character is warm and dense, and it suits men and women alike. Bvlgari Bvlgari Black and Floris Mahon Leather have a close profile.

Walimah Attar

8.0

Areej Le Doré · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Areej Le Doré Walimah Attar is a unisex scent built on magnolia, saffron, cocoa and Bengal oud, with a floral, sweet and spicy character. It has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters put the staying power at the top band, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads as heavy and dense, and suits both men and women. It opens with magnolia otto, magnolia absolute and champaca, a floral start. In the heart, saffron, cocoa, cinnamon, tobacco absolute and Bengal oud bring sweet, spicy and smoky tones. The base of Siberian deer musk, Peru balsam, Indian labdanum and vetiver settles into a creamy, resinous, earthy ground.

44 Shades of Cherry Poseidon

7.0

The Dua Brand

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand 44 Shades of Cherry Poseidon is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy brightness against a sweet, gourmand cherry character. Longevity and sillage both rate as good, and voters lean towards leisure wear first, then evening and daily use. Sport and business votes are far from negligible, so it doesn't tie itself to a single setting. Black cherry, cherry liqueur and griotte syrup form the sweet core, while mandarin orange, bergamot, apple and pineapple keep it fresh and fruity. Jasmine sambac and Turkish rose add a floral layer, and vanilla and roasted tonka bean soften the gourmand side. Oakmoss, patchouli and sandalwood give it a woody base throughout. The Dua Brand Popped Cherry and LPDO Cretus have a close profile.

Dream by Lola

7.9

Anima Aromatics · 2026

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Anima Aromatics Dream by Lola is a floral, sweet women's fragrance built around tuberose, heliotrope and coconut in the heart. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It reads as a feminine scent. It opens with aquatic notes, a solar note and lemon for a fresh start, with clove adding a spicy edge. In the heart, tuberose and heliotrope bring a powdery, creamy floral softness, while coconut deepens the sweetness. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, musk and Peru balsam leaves a warm, gourmand finish. Initio High Frequency and Lattafa Her Confession have a close profile.

Cherry Mind Control

8.3

The Dua Brand

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

The Dua Brand Cherry Mind Control is a unisex scent built around black cherry, cherry liqueur and griotte syrup, sweet and gourmand in character; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this picture rests on a limited sample. As a whole it reads fruity and sweet, with bitter almond, roasted tonka bean and Peru balsam adding a gourmand warmth. Whisky and ambroxan give it a smoky, spicy edge, sandalwood and cedarwood lay a woody base, and jasmine sambac and Turkish rose add a soft floral touch. Tom Ford Lost Cherry (Eau de Parfum) and The Dua Brand Popped Cherry have a close profile.

Cherries of the Night

7.2

Alkemia · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Alkemia Cherries of the Night is a unisex scent built around black cherry, cherry liqueur and rum, leaning sweet and gourmand. The notes read as one piece rather than in stages: dark cherry and liqueur give a fruity sweetness, while rum adds a boozy warmth. Amber, black amber and Peru balsam lay a resinous base, and nutmeg adds a spicy edge that keeps it from turning syrupy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin and lasts through the day. It suits men and women alike. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are a rough guide. Tom Ford Lost Cherry (Eau de Parfum) and LM Parfums Veleno Doré have a close profile.

Drowning in Caramel Cherry Delight

6.7

The Dua Brand · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

The Dua Brand Drowning in Caramel Cherry Delight is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings; it dates from 2021 and has been discontinued. Caramel, black cherry and vanilla form the sweet core, while roasted tonka bean and bitter almond make it denser and rounder. Cinnamon, cardamom and pink pepper add a spicy warmth, and benzoin, patchouli and musk lay a powdery, oriental base underneath. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the sample of votes is small. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening, leisure and night out leading the occasions. The feminine vote is slightly ahead, but masculine and modern votes are close behind. Drowning in Cherry Casino and L'Erbolario Dolcelisir have a close profile.

Black Series - A: Killer Vanilla

6.8

Blood Concept · 2015

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Blood Concept Black Series - A: Killer Vanilla is a unisex scent that sets vanilla and toffee against the resinous warmth of amber and labdanum. The notes read as one whole: vanilla and toffee bring the sweetness, Peru balsam and cistus ground it in resin, and saffron adds a spicy warmth. Among the accords, the synthetic, woody and oriental sides lead, while smoky and leathery tones stay in the background. It is sweet but not soft, a dark, dense vanilla. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so these are not firm figures. Its heavy, sweet build suits cooler weather and evenings, and it does not lean toward either men or women. Reinvēnted Enigmatic Aura and Lattafa Qaa'ed have a close profile.

Le Jardin de Madame Chan

7.5

Olibere · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Olibere Le Jardin de Madame Chan is a powdery oriental for women, where bergamot, geranium and ylang-ylang open onto a floral heart and a sweet base of sandalwood and vanilla. It opens with bergamot, geranium and coriander, then turns floral in the heart with ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose. In the base, Peru balsam, patchouli, musk, vanilla and sandalwood sweeten it and settle it into a creamy, resinous warmth, with the spicy and woody tones staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall, winter and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daytime and evening wear in roughly equal measure. Most read it as feminine, though some call it classic or modern. Its close neighbours by profile include V Canto Kashimire and E. Coudray Nohiba.

Amber Classico Modern

7.7

The Zoo · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Green

The Zoo Amber Classico Modern is a unisex scent where a citrus and floral lift settles over a resinous, sweet and faintly animal amber base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that verdict is still tentative. It is unisex and doesn't lean toward either gender. Amber, benzoin and Peru balsam form the warm, resinous core, while mandarin orange and osmanthus brighten that weight. Balinese patchouli and white musk add a woody, creamy softness, and gentian absolute leaves a green edge. Filippo Sorcinelli Opus 1144 and Meo Fusciuni Encore du Temps have a close profile.

Oriental Selection

7.0

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Oriental Selection opens with grapefruit and bergamot, holds rose, orange blossom and jasmine at its heart, and settles into vanilla and sandalwood as a floral-spicy women's fragrance; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters place it in spring, fall and winter, and fewer pick summer. It is most often suggested for nights out and evenings, and it also works for leisure time. Most voters read it as feminine. It begins with a bright citrus lift before the florals take over. In the base, black pepper, clove and cumin add a spicy warmth, while vanilla, benzoin and Peru balsam turn it sweet, resinous and powdery. Sandalwood gives it a woody depth.

Vanilla Waves

8.3

Lost Tribe · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Lost Tribe Vanilla Waves is a sweet, gourmand unisex perfume, a creamy vanilla wrapped in spice, resin and wood, and it has been discontinued. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, so it's hard to say when it suits best. As a unisex perfume, it sits as easily on skin of any gender. Perfumes with a close profile include Lost Tribe Vanilla Waves V2 and Creed Centaurus. It opens with cinnamon and benzoin, a spicy warmth over resinous sweetness. The heart of Tonka bean, Peru balsam and French vanilla builds a creamy, gourmand core. The base adds Mongolian deer musk, Malayan oud and Mysore sandalwood, giving a woody, oriental depth.

Je Te Veux

7.0

Ikiryō · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Ikiryō Je Te Veux is a sweet, floral scent for men, deepened with spice, resin and a touch of smoke. Sandalwood, magnolia and rose form the frame, while vanilla and Peru balsam add a creamy, powdery sweetness. Frankincense, nutmeg and opium bring a spicy, resinous, faintly smoky edge, and ambrette with musk leaves an animal warmth. It reads as one dense whole from start to finish. Those who rated it find the longevity high and the sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Its heavy, dark, sweet build suits cooler weather and evenings best. Maison Incens Santal Tislit and Ikiryō Profile 3: Anne Boleyn have a close profile.

Dead Dinosaur

6.3

Snif · 2022

Floral · Synthetic · Earthy

Snif Dead Dinosaur is a unisex fragrance built on magnolia, Peru balsam and fuel, floral at heart but synthetic, smoky and a little leathery. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays put on the skin without filling a room. There are no season or occasion votes to lean on, but as a unisex scent it suits men and women alike. The notes read as one piece rather than in stages. Magnolia and orris root set a floral base, while fuel adds a hard, synthetic, leathery edge. Peru balsam and davana bring a soft sweetness, and amberwood, cedarwood, ginger and pink pepper give it a dry, woody, slightly spicy finish.

Tabac Mystique

7.9

Katana · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Green

Katana Tabac Mystique is a sweet, resinous unisex scent that softens the warmth of tobacco and honey with citrus and white florals; it has been discontinued. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, with longevity slightly ahead. The number of votes is small, so this impression is tentative. It reads as unisex, suiting men and women alike. The scent moves along as one piece: tobacco, tobacco absolute and honey build a sweet, creamy base, brightened by orange and citrus notes. Ylang-ylang, frangipani and white gingerlily add a soft floral touch, while Peru balsam, styrax and vanilla bring a resinous, gourmand warmth. Green and spicy accords round it out with a fougère feel.

Paloma y Raíces

6.9

Gini · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Gini Paloma y Raíces is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green floral base against a sweet, resinous and faintly smoky warmth. The notes read as one continuous blend: ylang-ylang and tuberose form the floral backbone, while green notes, grapefruit and peppermint keep it bright. Coffee, tobacco and Peru balsam add a smoky, spicy depth beneath that freshness, and vanilla and tonka bean sweeten it into a soft, powdery finish. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, with longevity a little stronger, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine and suits anyone who likes a green floral with a sweet, smoky edge.

Sombrio (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Flore Botanical Alchemy

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Flore Botanical Alchemy Sombrio Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that reads like a fresh, green forest, woody, resinous and smoky underneath. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin while lasting well. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It opens with bergamot, lime, mint and coriander for a citrus lift, while juniper berry and kelp add a green edge. Jasmine, lavender and the spruces come forward in the heart. Oud, patchouli, vetiver and moss form an earthy, smoky base.

Vanilicious

7.2

April Aromatics · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

April Aromatics Vanilicious is a sweet, creamy and woody unisex fragrance led by Bourbon vanilla, vanilla and tonka bean. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base. Vanilla and tonka carry the sweetness throughout, while sandalwood and precious woods give it a woody footing. Peru balsam adds a resinous warmth, and blond tobacco stays in the background as a dry, spicy touch. Voters find the longevity moderate and the sillage weak, so it sits close to the skin and is noticed mostly at a short distance. Only a few people have voted, so this is a rough guide. Hiram Green Arbolé / Arbolé Arbolé and Words Single have a close profile.

Amber Balsam

7.2

Maksim Perfume · 2024

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Maksim Perfume Amber Balsam is a resinous, spicy unisex scent with a woody, sweet and slightly earthy character. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. Being unisex, it doesn't lean toward either gender. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, clove leaf and Guatemala cardamom; in the heart, vetiver, Chinese green tea and Ceylonese cinnamon come forward. The base of Siam oud, Tolu balm and labdanum adds a resinous, sweet warmth.

Cachouli

7.2

Strangers Parfumerie · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Strangers Parfumerie Cachouli is a sweet, earthy unisex fragrance where amber, honey and cocoa meet mushrooms and soil. The notes have no top, heart or base split, so it reads as one whole from start to finish. The gourmand, resinous side is built on honey, cocoa, milk and benzoin, with cinnamon and nutmeg adding a spicy warmth. Patchouli, mushrooms and soil weigh it down, while orange blossom and gardenia bring a soft floral touch. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and very few choose summer. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though leisure wear is common too. Parfums de Marly Oajan and Nusuk Fawah Midnight have a close profile.