The Perfume Library

L'Homme Rochas

7.6

Rochas · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Rochas L'Homme Rochas is a fresh, citrusy fougère that opens on cardamom, pineapple and blood orange, and suits a man looking for something easy for spring and daytime wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by autumn and summer, with winter the least chosen. It is worn most for work and daily use, then for leisure. Voters mostly call it masculine, with some seeing it as modern. The opening pairs cardamom's spice with the fruity sweetness of pineapple and the brightness of blood orange. The heart of juniper berry, geranium and basil adds a green, aromatic turn. The base of moss, patchouli and tonka bean settles into a woody, lightly sweet finish.

Nero (Eau de Parfum)

8.2

Mazzolari · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Mazzolari Nero Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and fruity scent that moves into a sweet, spicy and smoky character, aimed at men. Both its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall next and winter well behind. Business, leisure and daily wear lead, though evenings and nights out also get votes. Most voters read its character as masculine. It opens with bergamot, pineapple, apple and blackcurrant, a bright fruity freshness. In the heart, jasmine, rose, birch and patchouli pull it toward a floral, smoky tone. Vanilla, amber and musk in the base soften it and make it sweeter.

Polo Sport (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Ralph Lauren · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Polo Sport Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance for men, leaning towards spring and summer, sport and leisure. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, while winter is the least chosen season. Leisure, sport and daily wear dominate, and some wear it to the office. Most voters find it masculine. It opens cool with aldehydes, lavender, mint, tangerine and lemon. In the heart, ginger, marine notes and geranium add a green, spicy touch. In the base, vetiver, amber, sandalwood and oakmoss settle it onto a woody footing. Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) and Coty Aspen for Men (Cologne) have a close profile.

Music for a While

7.4

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Music for a While is a fresh, sweet unisex scent that opens with lemon, pineapple and bergamot and settles towards lavender and labdanum. It is rated strong for longevity and good for sillage. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with leisure and evening wear leading. Votes for masculine and feminine character sit close together, so it reads comfortably on either. The top notes of lemon, pineapple and bergamot give a bright, fruity start. Lavender adds a soft floral heart. In the base, labdanum, vanilla and patchouli ground the sweetness in an earthy, woody finish. Dior Midnight Poison and Guerlain Héritage have a close profile.

Mexx Man (Eau de Toilette)

5.6

Mexx · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, leisure time and everyday wear. It opens with lavender, basil, pineapple and mandarin orange, where citrus and fruit meet an aquatic freshness. In the heart, fir, fern, geranium and jasmine carry the green side on, and sandalwood, oakmoss and cedar settle it onto a woody base. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays a light scent close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. It reads masculine and modern, and gets votes for sport and office as well. Hugo Boss Hugo and Adidas Moves have a close profile.

Oud Jaune Intense (Parfum)

7.9

Fragrance Du Bois

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Fragrance Du Bois Oud Jaune Intense (Parfum) opens on pineapple, ylang-ylang and orange blossom and settles into vanilla and oud, a sweet, floral and fruity unisex scent. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and nights out. It reads feminine to most, though some voters call it masculine, in line with its unisex label. The top is led by pineapple, monoï and watery fruits, with ylang-ylang adding a soft floral touch. Orange blossom and jasmine dominate the heart. In the base, vanilla, lactone and musk make it creamy and sweet, while oud stays in the background as a woody note. The Dua Brand Aoud Intense Sunlight and Mamoura May have a close profile.

Star

8.0

Mauboussin · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Mauboussin Star is a fruity, sweet and gourmand women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings best. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading, though it also wears easily for leisure. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Fig and pineapple open it with a fruity brightness. Towards the heart, coconut milk and iris pull it in a creamy, powdery direction. In the base, vanilla, praliné, tonka bean and white amber deepen the sweetness, while Virginia cedar adds a woody balance. Lolita Lempicka (Eau de Parfum) (1997) and Lattafa Liam have a close profile.

Entebaa pour Homme

7.7

Rasasi

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rasasi Entebaa pour Homme is a men's fragrance that opens fresh and citrusy, then settles into something sweet, spicy and woody. The top is black pepper, lime, plum and pineapple, so citrus and fruit brightness sit over the spice. In the heart, vetiver, patchouli and gaiac wood build a woody base, while vanilla, tonka bean and praliné in the base sweeten it toward an oriental warmth. Voters find both longevity and sillage good. Fall and spring lead, with winter and summer not far behind, and leisure and evening outings are the favoured occasions. Most voters read it as masculine. Rasasi Rumz Al Rasasi 9325 pour Elle and Armaf Shades have a close profile.

The Scent of Peace for Him

7.4

Bond No. 9 · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Bond No. 9 The Scent of Peace for Him is a fresh, citrusy and fruity men's fragrance that opens on bergamot, pineapple and juniper berry. Bergamot, pineapple and juniper berry lead the opening, with cedarwood, blackcurrant and vetiver in the heart. The base of moss, patchouli, musk and amber sweetens it and settles it on a woody floor. Fresh and citrus accords come first, while sweet, spicy and synthetic tones stay in the background. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as masculine, and many also call it modern. Swiss Arabian Shawq and Somens Capriccio have a close profile.

Dubai - Oud

8.0

The Spirit of Dubai · 2015

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Oud is a spicy, woody and resinous unisex scent led by Indian oud, saffron and black pepper. It opens with black pepper, saffron and frankincense, while bergamot and lavender soften the edges a little. Rose, jasmine and myrrh come forward in the heart. Indian oud, vetiver, tobacco and vanilla settle at the base, leaving a smoky, leathery and earthy warmth. Longevity is very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it suits evenings and nights out best. It reads masculine, though it is made for anyone. Nabeel Dahn Al Oud Hindi and Nabeel Al Bashiq have a close profile.

Vanagloria

7.9

Laboratorio Olfattivo · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Laboratorio Olfattivo Vanagloria is a unisex scent that links a bright opening of pineapple and saffron to the warmth of frankincense resin, frankincense and tonka bean absolute, then bourbon vanilla. Pineapple and saffron come first, the fruit's sweetness held in check by spice. In the heart, frankincense resin and frankincense add a resinous, slightly smoky air, softened by tonka bean absolute. The base of bourbon vanilla and musk dries down sweet, creamy and woody. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and lean towards evening and night-out wear. Masculine and feminine votes are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either.

True Story

6.3

Glamfume · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Glamfume True Story is a floral, fruity women's fragrance that opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and ginger and settles into a sweet vanilla and chocolate base. The opening is dominated by citrus: mandarin orange, bergamot, grapefruit and ginger. In the heart, apple, jasmine and rose come forward, with ylang-ylang and violet softening the floral side. The base leaves a gourmand sweetness of vanilla, amber and chocolate, with a spicy and slightly synthetic edge. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. It reads feminine, though many also call it modern. Bond No. 9 I Love New York for Her and Maison Berliner Pomme Tonka have a close profile.

Sealight

8.3

MAD Parfumeur · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

MAD Parfumeur Sealight is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that suits summer and spring days. It opens with lemon, grapefruit and mandarin orange, sharpened by ginger and Sichuan pepper, while apple and pineapple add a fruity brightness. White blossoms and freesia soften the heart, and vetiver, cedarwood and sandalwood build a woody base underneath. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear, work and sport. Voters mostly find it masculine and modern. Creed Aventus Cologne and Jimmy Choo Man Ice have a close profile.

Animale Animale for Men

7.4

Animale · 1994

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Animale Animale for Men is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance led by amber, honey and vanilla, with pineapple and lemon adding a fruity edge; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base: amber, honey and vanilla carry the sweetness, nutmeg and tobacco add a spicy warmth, and sandalwood and cedar set a woody floor. Patchouli and musk stay in the background. The accords also lean fruity, gourmand, oriental, animalic and powdery. Voters find both its longevity and sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, while summer trails far behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, with business wear getting the fewest votes. Most voters read it as masculine. Rochas Rochas Man and Joop! Le Bain have a close profile.

No. 1 for Women

8.2

Clive Christian · 2001

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Clive Christian No. 1 for Women is a classic-leaning feminine scent that moves from a fruity opening through a floral, powdery heart into a sweet, creamy base. Peach, apricot, pineapple and bergamot give the top a bright, fruity feel, while cardamom and bell pepper add a spicy edge. Jasmine, rose, iris and ylang-ylang form the floral heart. Vanilla, tonka bean, sandalwood and amber sweeten and soften the base, leaving a warm, woody finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest fall and spring, and it suits evenings and nights out best. It reads feminine and classic. Montana Suggestion Eau Cuivrée and Tristano Onofri Solo Tu have a close profile.

Envy (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Gucci · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Gucci Envy Eau de Toilette opens with a fresh bergamot, freesia and magnolia accent over a green, chypre base; it is a women's fragrance and has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. The top is bergamot, freesia, magnolia, pineapple and peach, fresh and fruity. The heart turns floral with lily of the valley, jasmine, hyacinth, rose and violet. It dries down to a woody, chypre base of oakmoss, cedarwood, musk, sandalwood and iris.

Coach Platinum

7.3

Coach · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Coach Platinum is a men's fragrance that joins a fresh, sweet opening to a spicy, woody and powdery base, suited to spring and autumn and to daily or office wear. Pineapple, black pepper and juniper berry lead, so the fruity freshness is sharpened by spice. The heart holds cashmeran, sage and geranium, and the base settles into sandalwood, vanilla, patchouli and leather. It dries down creamy and slightly synthetic-woody, with the vanilla sweetness kept in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Most see it as masculine. Roberto Cavalli Paradiso Assoluto and Burberry Body (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Polo est. 67 (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Ralph Lauren · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Polo est. 67 Eau de Toilette is a men's scent that sets a fresh, citrusy character and a sweet fruity touch on a woody base. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for daily life, leisure and the office. Voters mostly read it as masculine, followed by modern. The top is aquatic notes, Calabrian bergamot and lavender, which give a cool opening. Pineapple and geranium lead the heart, softened by sunflower seed and clary sage. Sandalwood, Haitian vetiver and patchouli leave a woody trail at the base.

Balahé (Eau de Toilette)

8.4

Léonard · 1983

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Léonard Balahé Eau de Toilette is a sweet, powdery feminine fragrance that opens with aldehydes, plum and mandarin, moves through a floral heart of ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose, and settles on vanilla and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. The opening is bright and fruity, with aldehydes, plum, mandarin orange and bergamot, while aniseed and coriander add a spicy edge. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, tuberose and iris build a powdery floral veil. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, musk and civet closes it with a sweet, woody and slightly animal warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads as feminine and classic. Its profile is close to Aubusson Désirade and Emanuel Ungaro Diva.

Dubai - Bahar (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

The Spirit of Dubai · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Bahar Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that rests its fruity sweetness on a warm, woody base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for daily wear, leisure and the office. Masculine gets the most character votes, followed by modern and feminine. The top opens bright with mandarin orange, bergamot, grapefruit and pineapple. Rose, jasmine and sandalwood form the heart, and vanilla, amber and musk sweeten the dry-down. Nabeel Ocean and Nabeel Golden Beach have a close profile.

Girl of Now Shine

7.6

Elie Saab · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Elie Saab Girl of Now Shine is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that opens with roasted pistachio, pear and pineapple. The top notes bring a fruity sweetness through pistachio, pear and pineapple. In the heart, orange blossom, almond and ylang-ylang turn the floral side soft and creamy. Vanilla leads the base, iris adds a powdery touch, and patchouli stays in the background, keeping the sweetness in check. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Autumn and winter lead, spring follows close behind, and summer gets the fewest votes. It suits leisure time, evenings and nights out, and most voters read it as feminine. La Rive Queen of Life and Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum have a close profile.

1872 for Women

8.0

Clive Christian · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clive Christian 1872 for Women is a citrusy, floral scent that suits spring and summer days, aimed at women for daily wear, leisure and the office. The top is a fresh citrus opening of tangerine, bergamot and lemon, with blueberry and pineapple adding fruit and rosemary a green touch. The heart builds a floral garden from jasmine, rose and violet. In the base, sandalwood, cedar and musk settle it onto a woody, powdery foundation. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and the occasions that come up most are daily wear, leisure and business. It reads mainly as feminine. Gianfranco Ferré Gieffeffe and Romeo Gigli G Gigli have a close profile.

Gumìn

8.2

Tiziana Terenzi · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiziana Terenzi Gumìn is a unisex fragrance that pairs a bright opening of pineapple, mandarin and bergamot with a floral heart of jasmine, violet and rose. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer; daily wear and leisure lead, with business and night out also getting votes. On character, masculine leads while feminine is not far behind. It opens fresh, citrusy and fruity, with pineapple and Sicilian orange adding sweetness. In the heart, jasmine, violet and rose bring a soft floral touch, while amber adds warmth. The base of birch, sandalwood, white oud and musk settles into a woody foundation. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif and Regency Cosmetics Sassique have a close profile.

Shawq

7.2

Swiss Arabian

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Swiss Arabian Shawq is a unisex scent that ties a fresh, fruity opening of pineapple, lime and bergamot to a woody base of ambroxan and amber. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It leans masculine in character, though it reads as unisex. The top notes of pineapple, lime, bergamot and blackcurrant build a fresh, sweet fruit opening. In the heart, birch and lily of the valley soften that freshness towards a smoky, spicy tone. The base of ambroxan, amber, musk and patchouli leaves a woody ground. A synthetic accent is also clearly present.