The Perfume Library

Spirit of Violet Kiss

6.5

Spirit

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Spirit Spirit of Violet Kiss is a fresh, citrusy and fruity floral with a sweet, powdery side, made for women and suited to casual daytime wear in spring and summer. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, then summer, and it leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear rather than evenings or nights. Most voters call its character feminine. It has been discontinued. It opens with apple, pineapple and grapefruit, bright and juicy. The heart brings orange blossom, rose and violet, adding a soft floral layer. In the base, peach, vanilla and sandalwood sweeten it and settle into a powdery warmth.

al01

6.5

Biehl Parfumkunstwerke · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Green

Biehl Parfumkunstwerke al01 is a powdery chypre for women that sets the green freshness of galbanum, bergamot and basil against a rich bouquet of gardenia, jasmine and narcissus. It opens green and bright with galbanum, bergamot and basil, while pineapple, peach and raspberry add a soft fruity edge. Gardenia, narcissus, violet and jasmine lead the heart. Vetiver, sandalwood, iris and oakmoss settle into a dry, powdery chypre base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind and winter rarely chosen. It is voted mostly for leisure, work and daily wear, and most see it as feminine and classic. Estēe Lauder Private Collection Jasmine White Moss and Gucci Envy have a close profile.

Era Reloaded

6.9

Jaguar · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Jaguar Era Reloaded is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrus opening with a fruity, sweet body, and it has an easy, everyday character. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It is suggested mostly for leisure, daily wear and the office, and voters mostly find it masculine and modern. It opens with Brazilian orange and Sicilian lemon for a bright citrus lift. In the heart, pineapple, apple and melon add fruity freshness, while peppermint and pink pepper give it a spicy edge. As it dries down, patchouli, Virginia cedar and sandalwood form a woody base, sweetened by vanilla, caramel and tonka bean. Lacoste Pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Hugo Boss Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Pure Instinct

7.7

Swiss Arabian · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Swiss Arabian Pure Instinct is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading, and it also carries easily to the office. It reads masculine and modern. It opens with grapefruit and pepper, and pineapple and apple add a fruity freshness. The heart brings rose, cardamom and green notes; as it dries, vetiver, cedarwood and vanilla form a woody-sweet base. Aquatic and green accords keep it cool. Zara Zara Man Silver has a close profile.

Najdia Intense / نجدية

7.9

Lattafa · 2024

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Lattafa Najdia Intense / نجدية is a fresh, aquatic and green men's scent with a sweet, fruity edge. It opens with mint, pineapple, apple and ginger, a bright and fruity start. In the heart, geranium, marine notes and lavender bring out the aquatic side. The base of patchouli, musk, tonka bean and sandalwood settles into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and about half of voters find the longevity high. Voters lean towards daily and leisure wear, with sport and nights out also named. Its value for money is rated highly.

Omnipresence

6.4

Technique Indiscrète · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Technique Indiscrète Omnipresence is a unisex scent that links a fresh, fruity opening of red apple, pineapple and pear to a soft floral heart of iris and lily of the valley. The juicy, sweet fruits lead at the start, and in the heart iris and lily of the valley soften that sweetness with a floral touch. The base of vanilla, white cedar and musk settles the scent on a lightly powdery, warm footing. The overall impression is fresh, sweet and a little synthetic. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is used most for leisure and daily wear. More than half of voters read it as feminine. Maison Margiela Springtime in a Park and Le Monde Gourmand Açai Baie have a close profile.

Passion Island

7.7

Mes Bisous · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Mes Bisous Passion Island is a tropical, fruity unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer, suited to leisure days and evenings out. It opens with lemon, bergamot and lime for a fresh citrus lift, with ginger and pink pepper adding a slight bite. The heart is led by passion fruit, mango and pineapple, softened by nectarine and blackcurrant. In the base, cedarwood, sandalwood and patchouli form a woody footing, while vanilla, amber and musk close it on a creamy sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, with fall and winter well behind. Votes for masculine and feminine are equal, so it reads as belonging to neither side.

Labyrinth of Spices

7.4

Alghabra · 2019

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Alghabra Labyrinth of Spices is a unisex fragrance that opens green and fresh, then moves into a spicy, sweet and woody character. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring second and summer well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure time. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, but a good number call it feminine. The top holds galbanum, mocha, pineapple and tobacco, which gives the green and fruity side. The heart is made of clove, aniseed, nutmeg, cardamom and cinnamon, with tonka bean and lavender. In the base, vetiver, amber, sandalwood, cedarwood, musk and oakmoss settle it onto a woody, resinous ground. Snob Classic and Montblanc Présence (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Era

7.1

Jaguar · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jaguar Era is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that sets a bright opening of lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange against lavender and cardamom over a woody base. The three citrus notes lead. In the heart, lavender, cardamom, geranium and pepper bring a spicy, floral edge, softened by the fruity sweetness of pineapple and mojito. As it dries, musk, sandalwood, patchouli and cedar settle into a woody, lightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and most voters find it masculine. Carolina Herrera Chic for Men and Chanel Allure Homme have a close profile.

Caramel Oud / كراميل عود

7.6

Ard Al Zaafaran

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud / كراميل عود is a floral, gourmand unisex scent that pairs the fruity brightness of pineapple and pear with the sweet warmth of praliné and amber. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, while summer gets a small share. It leans towards leisure time and nights out, and also suits daily wear. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. It opens with pineapple, mandarin orange and pear for a fruity lift. At the heart, jasmine sambac, gardenia and magnolia add a soft floral note. The base turns sweet, creamy and powdery through praliné, amber, sandalwood, musk and cashmeran. Lattafa Pride Gharam and Police Rose Blossom have a close profile.

Oud Rain

7.8

Renier Perfumes · 2017

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Renier Perfumes Oud Rain is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, fruity start with a spicy, woody and resinous oud character. The top is sweet and juicy with papaya, mango, pineapple and mandarin orange, while plum and cypress cool it slightly. In the heart, oud, sandalwood, nutmeg and saffron come forward, and the base deepens with oud, cistus, cedar and animalic notes. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest spring and fall, and evening, leisure and night-out wear lead the occasions. Masculine and feminine votes sit very close together, so it reads comfortably on either side. Oud Rain Tropical Storm and Aaron Terence Hughes Oud Noir have a close profile.

Festival Vibes for Him

6.2

Hollister · 2018

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Hollister Festival Vibes for Him is a fresh, green and aquatic men's fragrance built around birch leaf, pineapple and ozone; it has been discontinued. It opens with birch leaf, pineapple and ozone, giving a fresh, fruity, lightly sweet start. In the heart, ginger, cannabis and bay leaf sharpen the green side while woody notes balance it. The base of ambergris, tonka bean and oakmoss softens and sweetens the scent, which stays cool and somewhat synthetic. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. About half of voters call it masculine, and it reads as a modern men's scent. Calvin Klein CK One Reflections and Velixir Poseidon have a close profile.

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8.1

Bond No. 9 · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bond No. 9 HTTP://WWW.BONDNO9.COM is a unisex scent with a fresh, citrusy and green character, pairing fruity sweetness with a woody base; it has been discontinued. Yellow bergamot, juniper berry and pineapple open bright and crisp. In the heart, apple and blackcurrant carry the fruit forward while cedarwood adds a woody backbone. The base of musk, patchouli, amber and moss settles it into a soft, earthy finish, with spicy and synthetic touches staying in the background. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Fall, summer and spring draw similar support, with winter trailing. It is picked most for nights out and leisure, and also suits business and daily wear. Most voters read it as masculine.

Eau Sans Pareil

7.3

Penhaligon's · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Penhaligon's Eau Sans Pareil is a fresh, lightly sweet women's fragrance in which citrus and flowers sit on a green, powdery chypre base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and the office come up most often. Voters mostly find it feminine, followed by classic. It opens bright and fruity with bergamot, mandarin orange, kumquat, raspberry and pineapple. The heart is floral, led by jasmine, Damask rose, iris and orange blossom, with liquorice and clove adding a little spice. It dries down to a woody, sweet base of vetiver, patchouli, oakmoss and vanilla. Basile Basile and Guerlain Jardins de Bagatelle have a close profile.

Izmir

7.7

Unique'e Luxury · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Unique'e Luxury Izmir is a unisex scent that ties a fresh, citrusy opening to a sweet, powdery and woody base. Pineapple, lemon, mandarin orange and bergamot give a fruity, green freshness at first. In the heart, clove, iris and rose add a spicy, floral softness. The base of tonka bean, vanilla, sandalwood, patchouli and oakmoss ends it creamy, sweet and woody. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer not far behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, and reads slightly more masculine than feminine.

Libertine

7.2

Vivienne Westwood · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Vivienne Westwood Libertine is a women's scent that pairs the brightness of citrus and fruit with the green, woody feel of a chypre; it has been discontinued. Passion fruit, grapefruit and pineapple open with a bright fruity-citrus lift. In the heart, rose, bergamot, lily of the valley and honeysuckle add a soft floral note. The base of labdanum, amber, patchouli, oakmoss and musk settles it onto an earthy, woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter trailing behind. Daily wear, leisure and work lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Diorella and Eau de Rochas have a close profile.

Chanson d'Eau

7.8

Coty · 1995

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Coty Chanson d'Eau is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange, lemon and bergamot for a citrus freshness, while lavender and hyacinth pull it towards the green and floral. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, mango and pineapple add a fruity, floral touch. Bamboo, musk, iris and sandalwood settle it onto a soft, powdery base. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily and leisure wear come first, with business and sport not far behind. Most voters read it as feminine. Guerlain Cologne du Parfumeur and Al Haramain Coupé have a close profile.

Vanilla Bliss

7.8

Essential Garden · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Essential Garden Vanilla Bliss is a women's perfume that sets a sweet, creamy base of vanilla, brown sugar and tonka bean against a fresh floral frame. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick winter and fall, with daily and leisure wear leading the occasions, though it is soft enough to wear in spring too. It opens with orchid, pineapple and May rose, fresh and fruity. Jasmine and lily of the valley carry the floral heart. In the base, musk, patchouli and amberwood give a woody footing to the vanilla and brown sugar. The gourmand and creamy accords dominate, with a touch of spice. Nihan Hypnotique and Lattafa Pride Affection have a close profile.

Spigo 1920

7.3

Bois 1920 · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bois 1920 Spigo 1920 is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens on juniper berry, mandarin orange and lavender; it has been discontinued. The top is led by juniper berry, mandarin orange, cardamom and bergamot, with pineapple adding a fruity note. Basil, geranium and frankincense sit in the heart, while sandalwood, vanilla and cedarwood settle the base into a woody, sweet footing. The overall impression is fresh, green and lightly spicy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, summer follows, and few choose winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and votes for masculine and feminine are close. Burberry for Men (Eau de Toilette) and Giardini di Toscana Verde Respiro have a close profile.

L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau d'Été Summer Edition 2013

6.9

Issey Miyake · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau d'Été Summer Edition 2013 is a fresh, citrusy men's scent for summer and spring days; it has been discontinued. It opens with the coolness of coriander, kiwi and grapefruit. In the heart, nutmeg and pineapple make it both spicy and fruity. Cypress and vetiver in the base set a woody, green ground. Aquatic and floral touches keep the whole thing light. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring. It is chosen for leisure, daily wear and sport, and it also works at the office. Voters read it as masculine and modern. Hermès Un Jardin après la Mousson has a close profile.

Tahitian Gardénia Borneo 3000

8.3

Ensar Oud · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ensar Oud Tahitian Gardénia Borneo 3000 is a fresh, floral unisex scent in which jasmine, mimosa and orange blossom rest on Borneo oud and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Both its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and leisure, evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Voters read it as more masculine, though a fair share call it feminine. It opens with green apple, pear and pineapple for a fruity freshness, with honey adding sweetness and pink pepper a light spice. The heart builds a floral spine from jasmine, mimosa and orange blossom. In the base, Borneo oud, Sri Lankan sandalwood and musk soften everything into a powdery, creamy, woody finish.

Fahad / فهد

8.1

Lattafa · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lattafa Fahad / فهد is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with spice, flowers and smoky wood, and it suits anything from spring through winter. The top notes are black pepper, mandarin orange and pineapple, giving a peppery freshness with a fruity sweetness. In the heart, orange blossom, artemisia and lavender add a floral, fougère-like softness. The base of cedarwood, ambroxan, incense and patchouli settles into a woody, lightly smoky and powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, while summer gets a small share. Votes spread evenly across business, leisure and evening wear, so it isn't tied to one setting. Ted Lapidus TL Intenso and Camp David Blue have a close profile.

Venetian Blue Intense

7.7

The Merchant Of Venice · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Merchant Of Venice Venetian Blue Intense is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that sets bright citrus and fruit against the darker tones of moss, patchouli and spice. It opens with pineapple, apple, lemon and bergamot, a bright, lightly sweet mix of fruit and citrus. In the heart, patchouli, birch, pink pepper and black pepper add a spicy, earthy, smoky depth. The base of moss, musk and ambergris leaves a soft, green, woody foundation. Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Spring and summer lead, with autumn close behind, and daily wear, leisure and office use come up most. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Venetian Blue and Creed Aventus have a close profile.

Chicago High

7.4

Vilhelm Parfumerie · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Vilhelm Parfumerie Chicago High is a sweet, smoky unisex fragrance that pairs champagne with tobacco and leather. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, and it is also worn for leisure. On character it leans masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. Champagne, bergamot and pineapple open bright and fruity. Tobacco and honey then sweeten the heart. Patchouli, leather and amber leave an earthy, resinous warmth at the base. Fruity and sweet accords lead, with spicy and animal tones in the background. Elie Saab Cuir Patchouli and Sonoma Scent Studio Tabac Aurea have a close profile.