The Perfume Library

Tigerwood (Pure Parfum)

9.0

Ensar Oud

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Ensar Oud Tigerwood (Pure Parfum) is a spicy, woody and smoky unisex scent led by oud resin, oakmoss and patchouli, and it has been discontinued. Malayan oud and oud resin lean on the bite of black pepper and clove, while black tea, coffee and cocoa soften that edge and add a dark richness. Tobacco, Peru balsam and Bourbon vanilla bring a dry, resinous warmth. Animal and leathery accords weigh heavily, alongside earthy oakmoss. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings and nights out, though it also suits leisure wear. Votes on character lean masculine. Ensar Oud Tigerwood: Terengganu and Tigerwood Ghalia have a close profile.

Encore Une Fois

8.1

Infiniment Coty Paris · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Infiniment Coty Paris Encore Une Fois is a sweet, creamy unisex scent built around vanilla orchid, Peru balsam and Bourbon vanilla, suited to autumn and winter evenings. The scent stays close to vanilla throughout: the floral touch of vanilla orchid meets the gourmand sweetness of Bourbon vanilla and the resinous warmth of Peru balsam. Fruity and spicy tones stay in the background, while a powdery softness rounds off the whole. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring works too, and night out, evening and leisure are the most mentioned occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, but it is made as a unisex scent. Jo Malone Vanilla & Anise and Boucheron Vanille de Zanzibar have a close profile.

Profile 1: Medusa

8.1

Ikiryō · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ikiryō Profile 1: Medusa is a sweet, resinous scent where floral and fruity notes sit on a smoky, earthy base. This discontinued unisex fragrance leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring a distant third and summer rarely chosen. It suits evenings and nights out best. Votes split between feminine and masculine, so it reads as wearable by either. Blackberry, black rose and magnolia form the floral-fruity side. Clove and carnation add spice, patchouli and Spanish moss bring earth, and embers and stone point to smoke. Amber, labdanum and Peru balsam wrap it all in a sweet, resinous warmth. It has no top, heart and base split, so it reads as one whole.

The Infidels

7.3

Agonist · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Agonist The Infidels is a unisex scent that most voters place in fall and winter evenings, sitting as easily on men as on women; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is picked less often for daytime or the office. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens with clove, pink pepper and Sicilian lemon, a spicy brightness. The heart brings opoponax, myrrh, several jasmines and roses into a floral, resinous body. In the base, Bourbon vanilla, amber, sandalwood and patchouli settle the scent into a sweet, woody, slightly smoky warmth.

Kingside

8.0

Mind Games · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Mind Games Kingside is a gourmand, floral unisex scent that opens with grapefruit zest, pistachio cream and cardamom and sweetens into vanilla and tonka. The opening pairs the brightness of grapefruit zest with cardamom spice and pistachio cream. In the heart, rum, pink peony and hazelnut flower bring out its floral and fruity side. The base of tonka bean absolute, almond milk, Peru balsam and Bourbon vanilla settles creamy, powdery and clearly sweet. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, then spring, and very few choose summer. Evenings and nights out are the favoured occasions. On character, feminine and modern are tied, with masculine a little behind.

Kayu Kretek

8.1

N•O•A•M · 2022

Citrus · Green · Spicy

N•O•A•M Kayu Kretek is a smoky, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings best, though it wears easily in spring too. Most voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Evenings, leisure and nights out lead, while business and daily wear are chosen less often. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though the feminine share is far from small. The scent is woody, resinous and earthy, with a citrus and green freshness on top. Indonesian lime and star anise meet clove and pimento for warmth. Oud, cedarwood and patchouli build a dry body, which vanilla and benzoin sweeten slightly, and burley tobacco absolute deepens the smoky feel. Bay rum and Peru balsam round out the warm, resinous texture.

Marquetry (2015)

7.5

Etro · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Etro Marquetry is a floral-oriental scent for women that leans towards fall and spring, opening fresh and green before settling into a sweet, resinous warmth. It has been discontinued. The top notes of lavender, bergamot and peach give a bright, lightly fruity start. In the heart, rose, galbanum and tobacco bring a green, floral and spicy character, softened by tonka bean and Peru balsam. The base of amber, vanilla, labdanum and musk closes it in a sweet, powdery, creamy warmth. Most voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Fall comes first, followed by spring and winter, and evening, leisure and daily wear all suit it about equally. Most voters read it as feminine, though some hear masculine or classic sides in it. Boadicea the Victorious Exotic and Ormonde Jayne Ambre Royal have a close profile.

Oumma

7.4

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Stéphane Humbert Lucas Oumma is a unisex scent built on Bulgarian rose, Moroccan rose and Egyptian jasmine, with Burmese oud in the base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer well behind, and it is mostly worn in the evening or on a night out. Votes for feminine and masculine character sit close together, so it reads comfortably either way. It opens floral and sweet, with three roses and jasmine in front. In the heart, Tolu balm and Peru balsam add a resinous, spicy softness. The base of Burmese oud, nagarmotha and cade juniper brings a woody, smoky, leathery depth. Parfum d'Empire Cuir Ottoman and Laboratorio Olfattivo Nerosa have a close profile.

Bohemian Spice

7.5

April Aromatics · 2011

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

April Aromatics Bohemian Spice is a unisex fragrance with a spicy, woody and resinous character, sweet and lightly smoky, suited to cold seasons and evenings out. Spices and Sicilian orange shape the first impression, yet the scent sits between a fruity sweetness and an earthy, woody base. Cistus and the Omani and Somalian frankincense add resinous warmth, vanilla and Peru balsam soften it, and Madagascan vetiver with Indian sandalwood give it a dry, smoky depth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening and night out the leading occasions, while summer is the least chosen season. It reads evenly between masculine and feminine. Those after a close profile can look at April Aromatics Precious Woods and Jovoy Psychédélique.

Emerald

8.3

Nebiru Parfvms · 2024

Floral · Green · Spicy

Nebiru Parfvms Emerald is a spicy, woody unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings, nights out and relaxed leisure wear, though it reads more masculine; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Most voters also place it in the evening, night out and leisure. On character, masculine leads, followed by classic and feminine. It opens with saffron, black pepper, cinnamon and clove for a spicy start. In the heart, rose, magnolia and vanilla add a soft, sweet floral touch. The base rests on oud, vetiver and oakmoss, giving a woody, earthy and smoky ground, with leathery and animal accords deepening the dark mood.

Vanille Patchouli

7.2

Les Senteurs Gourmandes

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Les Senteurs Gourmandes Vanille Patchouli is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around vanilla, patchouli and tonka bean. It opens with geranium, citrus notes and neroli for a light freshness, then patchouli and Peru balsam bring a spicy, earthy depth at the heart. Tonka bean and vanilla sweeten the base, and a powdery, resinous oriental character runs through the whole scent. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and leisure wear leading. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Hermès L'Ambre des Merveilles and Histoires de Parfums Ambre 114 have a close profile.

Galaor

8.0

Lubin · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Lubin Galaor opens with bright lemon and bergamot, then deepens into cinnamon, Bulgarian rose and myrrh: a sweet, spicy, woody unisex scent. Lemon and bergamot come first, sharp and fresh. In the heart, cinnamon, Bulgarian rose and myrrh take over, turning the scent floral, spicy and resinous. The base leans on patchouli, Peru balsam and vetiver, leaving an earthy, powdery sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while summer plays a small part. It is most often linked with evenings and nights out. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it sits in between. Atelier des Ors Iris Fauve and Fragonard Rêve Indien have a close profile.

Néroli Hasbaya

8.1

Atelier Materi · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Atelier Materi Néroli Hasbaya is a unisex scent that sets fresh citrus and sweet florals on a powdery, creamy base. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters recommend it for fall, spring and winter, with summer a less common pick. It is placed most often in the evening and on nights out, followed by leisure time. Voters read it as somewhat more feminine and modern, though a fair share call it masculine. Neroli, pistachio and bitter almond open it fresh with a faint gourmand edge. In the heart, damask rose absolute and orange blossom absolute add floral warmth. Musk, Indian sandalwood and Peru balsam then settle it into a woody, creamy, sweet base. Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama and Prada Infusion d'Amande have a close profile.

The Last PH

7.9

Calaj · 2021

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Calaj The Last PH opens with a bright fruity flash and settles into a dark mix of leather, tobacco and resin; it is a unisex perfume for autumn and winter evenings. Pink pepper, blood orange, bergamot and plum give the opening a fruity, spicy lift. In the heart, tobacco, leather and oakmoss take over, with jasmine softening the edges. The base turns resinous and sweet with Peru balsam, labdanum, vanilla and benzoin, while cedar and sandalwood add wood and castoreum and civet add an animal note. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and summer comes last. Evening, night out and leisure are the favoured occasions. Voters lean masculine, though a fair share also call it feminine. Grande Genesys and Olfactive Studio Chambre Noire have a close profile.

Drifting

7.2

Ikiryō

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Ikiryō Drifting pairs lavender and the sweetness of Peru balsam with a soft, airy base of white musk and Hedione, and is made for anyone. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and while most voters read it as feminine, it is worn as a unisex scent. As a whole it runs floral and sweet. A spicy touch sits between the lavender and the Peru balsam, while white musk and Hedione add a powdery, creamy softness. A synthetic sheen runs through it.

Palais Bourbon

8.1

Memo Paris · 2023

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Memo Paris Palais Bourbon is a unisex scent that pulls the warm sweetness of Bourbon vanilla, benzoin and tonka bean toward a spicy, woody line with frankincense, cinnamon and black pepper. It opens with geranium, frankincense, cinnamon, black pepper and cardamom, a spiced start. In the heart, cistus, benzoin, Peru balsam, tonka and vanilla turn it creamy and resinous. The base of gaiac wood, vetiver, patchouli and Australian sandalwood leaves a smoky, woody floor. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans toward evenings and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes run close, so it sits comfortably on either side. Moresque Soul Batik and Thameen The Hope have a close profile.

Tobacco Absolute (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Molton Brown · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Molton Brown Tobacco Absolute Eau de Toilette is a unisex scent that opens with citrus and settles on Paraguayan tobacco, leather and Peru balsam. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business settings lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is made as a unisex fragrance. Elemi resin, bergamot and Argentinean grapefruit give a fresh, green citrus start. At the heart, nutmeg, rosewood and cedarwood add a spicy, woody turn. The base warms with Peru balsam and musk, while tobacco and leather bring out the smoky, earthy side. Olfactive Studio Autoportrait and Halston Z-14 (Cologne) have a close profile.

Fantasque

8.4

Givenchy · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Givenchy Fantasque is a floral, sweet and spicy unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. More voters find it masculine, though a fair share read it as feminine. It opens with cardamom and frankincense, moves to myrrh and damask rose, and rests on vanilla, oud and Peru balsam. The resinous, smoky side is softened by the vanilla's sweetness. Its profile is close to Matière Première Encens Suave and Atelier Cologne Rose Anonyme.

George

7.1

Jardins d'Écrivains · 2012

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Jardins d'Écrivains George is a sweet, smoky unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall, then winter, and it is mentioned most for evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters read it as slightly more masculine, though a good share call it feminine. It opens with bergamot and neroli, a fresh citrus-floral start. Coffee, heliotrope and tobacco then bring warmth, sweetness and smoke to the heart. Myrrh, Peru balsam and white musk settle into a resinous, woody, earthy base. Sfumato Arcanum and Beaufort Acrasia have a close profile.

702 Encens Lavande Bois de Cachemire

6.9

Bon Parfumeur · 2021

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Bon Parfumeur 702 Encens Lavande Bois de Cachemire is a smoky, resinous woody fougère, spicy and dry with a slightly synthetic edge, made for anyone. It opens with elemi resin, frankincense and pink pepper, a spicy, resinous start. At the heart, lavender, cedar and cashmere wood bring the woody side forward. The base of vanilla, white musk and Peru balsam softens it and adds a little sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring; summer gets only a small share. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for business and evenings. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, though it is sold as unisex. Clive Christian V: Amber Fougere and Liis Bo have a close profile.

Symphonie de Néroli

7.5

Bortnikoff · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bortnikoff Symphonie de Néroli is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green, citrus character, resting on a floral and woody base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it sits close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It leans masculine in the votes, though a good share read it as feminine. It opens bright with clementine, lime, bergamot and lemon. In the heart, Tunisian neroli and jasmine sambac add a soft floral note, while Indian and Java vetiver give a green, dry backbone. The base settles into tolu balm, Virginia cedar and oakmoss, woody and lightly spicy.

Aftermath

7.5

La Rive · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

La Rive Aftermath is a fresh, floral men's fragrance built around Calabrian bergamot and musk, with pelargonium and Bourbon geranium at its heart. Bergamot and musk come first. In the heart, pelargonium and Bourbon geranium add a floral note, with fruity and spicy accords running through the transition. The base of gaiac wood, benzoin and Peru balsam sweetens and softens the scent. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters point to fall, spring and summer; leisure and evening wear lead, while business and daily use also get votes. Prada Paradigme and Maison Margiela On a Date have a close profile.

We love NY - Vamp à NY

6.1

Honoré des Prés · 2010

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Honoré des Prés We love NY - Vamp à NY is a feminine fragrance where tuberose and rum open onto Bourbon vanilla and resinous balsams, with a sweet, gourmand character leading. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick it for fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure, evening and night out rather than the office. Its feminine character is clear. Up top, tuberose brings a floral glow alongside the sweet warmth of rum. In the heart, Bourbon vanilla lays a soft, gourmand base. At the bottom, benzoin, Peru balsam and Tolu balm pull the scent in a powdery, resinous, oriental direction.

Indisch Leder

7.7

WienerBlut · 2012

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

WienerBlut Indisch Leder is a sweet, spicy leather scent that suits autumn and winter evenings; it is unisex, though it reads masculine to most voters, and it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters call it masculine, though a good number find it feminine. Plum, cognac and saffron give a fruity, sweet spice opening, with bergamot and davana lifting it slightly. In the heart, lavender, oak wood, patchouli and Peru balsam build a woody, resinous body. In the base, cistus, amber, musk and oakmoss soften the leathery character and keep it warm. Perfumes with a close profile include WienerBlut Palais Nizam and Parfums de Marly Haltane.