The Perfume Library

Amber & Lavender

6.6

Jo Malone · 1995

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Amber & Lavender is a unisex fougère that reads fresh, green and lightly spicy, and suits casual and office days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so the scent stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Voters spread their picks almost evenly across the four seasons, with spring and fall slightly ahead. Leisure, daily wear and office are the most chosen settings. Most voters call it masculine, though a good share see it as feminine. Petitgrain, basil and rosemary open it with a crisp, herbal freshness. In the heart, cinnamon and nutmeg add spice while lavender keeps it balanced. Vetiver, amber, musk and oakmoss form a soft, woody base. Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Paco Rabanne pour Homme have a close profile.

Ambra (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Acqua di Parma · 2019

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Acqua di Parma Ambra Eau de Parfum is a men's fragrance that ties the brightness of orange and bergamot to a warm base of ambergris, vanilla and sandalwood. It opens with orange, petitgrain and bergamot for a citrus freshness. In the heart, Virginia cedar, patchouli, nagarmotha and rose build a woody, lightly floral core. The base of musk, vanilla, ambergris, sandalwood and cistus leaves a sweet, resinous, slightly leathery warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring; few choose summer. It leans towards evenings and nights out, with some votes for leisure and business. Most voters call it masculine and classic. Acqua di Parma Colonia Ambra and Fragrance Du Bois Oud Noir Intense have a close profile.

Vintage Collection - Sandalo

7.2

Lorenzo Villoresi · 1995

Citrus · Floral · Green

Lorenzo Villoresi Vintage Collection - Sandalo is a classic-leaning men's scent that moves from a citrus and green opening into a woody, powdery, resinous base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also gets votes for evening and business. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share call it classic. It opens with petitgrain, lavender, lemon and orange for a fresh start. In the heart, sandalwood, labdanum, Bulgarian rose and neroli add a soft woody-floral warmth. The base of vetiver, amber, opoponax and oakmoss turns it earthy and resinous. Bois 1920 Vetiver Ambrato and Knize Forest have a close profile.

Arancia di Capri La Riserva

8.0

Acqua di Parma · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Acqua di Parma Arancia di Capri La Riserva is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens with Italian blood orange, mandarin orange and petitgrain, a bright citrus start. In the heart, mineral salt, basil and rosemary add a spicy, slightly herbal edge. The base of cedarwood, ambrettolide and leather settles the scent onto a woody footing.

Verte Euphorie

7.9

L'Atelier Parfum · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

L'Atelier Parfum Verte Euphorie is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and office wear. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a close, unobtrusive trail. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, which fits its unisex character. The top notes are blood orange, petitgrain and grapefruit, giving a green, fruity freshness at the start. Gentian and carrot form the heart, and musk and white cedar in the base soften it into a clean finish. A faintly synthetic touch runs through the accords.

Verde di Mare

6.9

Bois 1920 · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bois 1920 Verde di Mare is a fresh, aquatic unisex fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate; it reads somewhat masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. The top is bright with lemon, bergamot, lime and juniper berry, with galbanum adding a green edge. The heart is led by marine notes, red kelp and black tea, while rose and clove stay in the background. Precious woods, musky notes and vanilla soften the base.

Avicenna

7.7

Annette Neuffer · 2007

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Annette Neuffer Avicenna is a sweet, woody unisex scent in which roses and white flowers are wrapped in spice and resin. Most voters pick autumn and winter for it, and it is chosen for evenings, nights out and leisure time. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. The largest share of voters finds it feminine, though a good number call it masculine. The top opens with petitgrain, bergamot, cinnamon and saffron, with cardamom and ginger carrying the spice. In the heart, Turkish rose, Persian rose and tuberose lead, joined by frankincense and elemi resin. The base of labdanum, Siam benzoin, Bourbon vanilla and Indian sandalwood sweetens it and settles into woody warmth.

Eidesis

7.5

Aēsop · 2022

Spicy · Woody · Creamy

Aēsop Eidesis is a unisex scent for autumn and winter, pairing spicy, woody character with a resinous, faintly smoky edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, then winter, and it fits leisure, work and daily wear. Many voters read it as masculine, though the balance stays open to anyone. It opens with petitgrain, frankincense and black pepper, while cedarwood and cumin in the heart add a spicy, earthy tone. In the base, vetiver, cedarwood and sandalwood settle into a creamy woodiness. Pacifica Montana Sky and Lush Stayin Alive have a close profile.

Pour Homme (1983) (Eau de Toilette Haute Concentration)

7.8

Yves Saint Laurent · 1983

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme (1983) Eau de Toilette Haute Concentration is a fresh, citrusy and green chypre with a woody, spicy side, a classic masculine scent. It has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters call it masculine, and some see it as classic. Fall, spring and summer draw similar votes, with winter a little behind. Business and evening lead, and it suits daily wear too. Lemon and petitgrain give it a fresh, citrusy start, while rosemary and herbs add a green edge. Nutmeg and carnation carry the spice, and aromatic woods with patchouli build a woody base. Tonka bean softens that dry structure slightly.

Destinée

7.1

La Rive

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

La Rive Destinée is a fresh, floral women's fragrance, its fruity sweetness resting on a powdery, creamy base and leaning towards everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters point to autumn and spring, though summer and winter are not far behind; it suits daytime, leisure and the office. Close to half of voters call it feminine, and a fair share also find it modern. It opens with mandarin orange, blackcurrant and petitgrain, fresh and fruity. In the heart, jasmine, lavender and orange blossom carry the floral side. In the base, cedar, ambergris, musk and vanilla sweeten and soften it, with a spicy touch and a slightly synthetic sheen running through.

Rêve d'Anthala

7.1

Evody · 2009

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Evody Rêve d'Anthala is a floral, gourmand unisex scent that opens with mandarin orange and petitgrain and sweetens into jasmine, orchid and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Fall and spring lead, with winter and summer close behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. Mandarin orange and petitgrain give a fruity, slightly bitter opening. In the heart, orchid and jasmine add a soft floral note. Siam benzoin, vanilla and amberwood settle it onto a powdery, sweet and woody base. Ulric de Varens Varens Original - French Sweets and ID Parfums Siam Flamboyant have a close profile.

Green

6.6

Byredo · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Byredo Green is a fresh, powdery unisex scent that carries the brightness of petitgrain and sage into a floral heart of rose, violet and jasmine; it has been discontinued. It opens green and citrusy with petitgrain and sage. The heart turns softly floral with rose, violet, jasmine and honeysuckle, and the base of almond, tonka bean and musk sweetens it and settles into a powdery warmth. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It reads more feminine than masculine to most voters. Chloé Innocence and Santa Maria Novella Rosa have a close profile.

Accordo Arancio

7.2

L'Erbolario · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Accordo Arancio is a unisex scent that opens with fresh citrus from mandarin orange, bitter orange and lemon, and suits easy, everyday wear. The top is mandarin orange, bitter orange, lemon and ylang-ylang, while the heart of jasmine, petitgrain, plum and thyme adds a floral, fruity and lightly spicy side to the citrus. The base of vanilla, cedar, patchouli and amber sweetens it and settles it onto a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters place it in spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Xerjoff Renaissance have a close profile.

Acqua di Sicilia

7.8

Santa Maria Novella · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Santa Maria Novella Acqua di Sicilia is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent built around neroli, Sicilian lemon and Calabrian bergamot. Most voters pick summer and spring, and the occasions named most often are leisure, daily wear and business. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it works as a light, clean companion through the day. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level, so it leans neither way. It opens with neroli, lemon and bergamot giving a bright, slightly fruity citrus. In the heart, petitgrain and rosemary add a green, herbal touch while the floral and spicy sides stay in the background. Sumatran benzoin in the base softens everything with a resinous, woody warmth. D. R. Harris Traditional and Ermenegildo Zegna Acqua di Bergamotto have a close profile.

Kenshitora

8.1

Nebiru Parfvms · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nebiru Parfvms Kenshitora is a green, smoky unisex fragrance that sets the freshness of citrus and mint against fir, cedar and tarry woods; it has been discontinued. Voters rate both its longevity and sillage as good. It is picked most for spring and fall, for leisure and evenings, and most voters read it as masculine or modern. The top is cool with lemon, eucalyptus, rosemary and Moroccan mint. In the heart, pine and fir needle absolute and cannabis lead, while mimosa and linden blossom soften the green. The base leaves an earthy, smoky, resinous woodiness of birch tar, vetiver and several cedars. Clive Christian L for Men and Maison Mona di Orio Les Nombres d'Or - Vétyver have a close profile.

Oscarine

6.9

Sylvaine Delacourte · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sylvaine Delacourte Oscarine is a fresh unisex scent led by citrus and green, balancing sweet and floral touches, and it suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and few choose winter. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and less towards evening or night out. Though unisex, most voters read it as feminine. It has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, basil and petitgrain in a fresh, green start. In the heart, orange blossom, raspberry and blackcurrant add a floral, fruity sweetness. The base of cypress and pine needle leaves a woody, slightly powdery footing.

Habanera

7.2

Harry Lehmann

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Harry Lehmann Habanera is a floral, sweet and spicy scent built around amber, jasmine and sandalwood, classed as a women's fragrance. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters read it as masculine and feminine in nearly equal measure, with a classic feel. Amber and vanilla set a sweet, warm base, while jasmine, rose and mimosa carry the floral, powdery side. Sandalwood, cedarwood and vetiver add woody depth, and mossy notes and musk pull it towards the earthy and animal. Geranium and petitgrain stay in the background. Molinard Habanita and Giorgio Valenti Rose Noire have a close profile.

Ô Féminin

7.5

M. Micallef · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

M. Micallef Ô Féminin is a feminine scent that sets a fresh, green citrus against a soft, creamy floral sweetness, and it leans towards daily wear and the warmer seasons. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is the least chosen season. It is mostly worn for daily use, leisure and the office, with evening a step behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters find it feminine. It opens with the bright citrus of bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, held together by petitgrain and pink pepper. In the heart, jasmine, neroli and rose add a soft floral note. In the base, vanilla, musk and sandalwood settle it onto a creamy, sweet footing, with patchouli staying in the background.

Tennis Club

7.3

Carner · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Carner Tennis Club is a unisex fragrance that pairs the fresh citrus of blood orange, Italian bergamot and petitgrain with orange blossom and neroli. It opens with blood orange and bergamot in front, while petitgrain adds a green edge. In the heart, orange blossom, neroli and marine notes bring a floral, aquatic freshness. The base of cedarwood, solar note and musk settles it onto a soft, clean footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it is picked most for leisure, daily wear and the office. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine. Close in profile are d'Annam Phu Quoc and Monotheme Tropical Bamboo.

Mahabah (2017)

7.7

Anfas · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Anfas Mahabah is a floral, gourmand unisex scent that sets ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose against a base of tonka bean and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters place it mostly in leisure and evening wear, and while spring edges ahead, it is spread across all four seasons. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with petitgrain adding a light green touch before turning to flowers. Ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose keep the heart powdery and creamy, with a fruity sweetness alongside. Tonka bean and vanilla settle the dry-down into a soft, gourmand sweetness.

Floral Romantique

7.5

Guerlain · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Floral Romantique is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer and in daytime wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin without filling the room. Votes cluster around daily wear, work and leisure, with evening and night out far behind. Half of voters call it feminine, while others read it as modern or classic. It opens with maté, petitgrain and mandarin orange, a fresh, green citrus start. At the heart, lily, jasmine and orange blossom lead, and ylang-ylang softens them into something creamy and powdery. The base of smoked tea, cedar and benzoin adds a woody, lightly sweet finish. Roger & Gallet Feuille de Figuier and Dior Milly-la-Forêt have a close profile.

No 8 - Apéro

7.1

Lengling · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lengling No 8 - Apéro is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that sets mimosa and jasmine absolutes against the soft warmth of cashmeran and tonka bean. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. The largest share of voters finds it feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Lime and ginger give it a fresh, lightly spicy lift, with petitgrain backing up the green citrus side. Mimosa, jasmine and heliotrope bring a powdery, creamy floral note, while tonka bean and musk keep it sweet and soft. Chardonnay adds a fruity touch and oud sits quietly in the background.

August

6.8

Erik Kormann · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Erik Kormann August is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with a green floral streak; it has been discontinued. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with evenings and nights rarely chosen. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads comfortably both ways. It opens with petitgrain and mandarin orange keeping the citrus in front, while lily of the valley adds a soft floral note in the heart. In the base, ISO-E-Super and musk close it with a woody, slightly synthetic cleanness. Erik Kormann August (2013) and Xerjoff Renaissance have a close profile.

Cologne du Maghreb (2021)

7.7

Tauer Perfumes · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tauer Perfumes Cologne du Maghreb is a unisex cologne that joins a fresh opening of bergamot, grapefruit and lavender to a floral heart of rose and orange blossom. Citrus leads at first: bergamot, grapefruit, clementine and lemon, with rosemary and clary sage adding a green, herbal edge. The heart brings Moroccan rose, neroli and orange blossom forward, and the base settles into a sweet, woody floor of labdanum, Java vetiver and Atlas cedar. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it is best enjoyed close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. It leans masculine in the votes, though a good share also call it feminine.