The Perfume Library

Almas

8.2

Boadicea the Victorious

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Boadicea the Victorious Almas is a floral, spicy and woody unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings or nights out; summer and the office get few votes. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though a good share find it feminine, so it sits between the two. The top notes of davana, saffron, clove and cardamom open on spice, while blackcurrant and pineapple add a fruity sweetness. Turkish rose and geranium lead the heart. In the base, Indian sandalwood, vanilla, suede and Cambodian oud weigh in, and the scent dries down smoky, leathery and resinous.

Cretus

7.1

LPDO

Fresh · Citrus · Green

LPDO Cretus is a unisex scent where citrus and green lead, with a fruity, lightly sweet character that suits spring and summer, relaxed and everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, with autumn a close third; winter comes well behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is described as unisex. It opens with pineapple, blackcurrant, bergamot and apple, giving a fresh, juicy fruit feel. In the heart, birch, juniper berry, patchouli and jasmine turn it greener and spicier. The base of musk, oakmoss, vanilla and ambergris settles it onto a woody footing with a soft sweetness. Maison Alhambra Avant and Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man have a close profile.

Signature Extrême

7.1

Otto Kern · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Otto Kern Signature Extrême is a men's fragrance that opens on nutmeg, pineapple and sage and settles into amber and cedarwood, balancing a fresh side with a sweet one. The opening pairs the spicy coolness of nutmeg and sage with fruity pineapple. At the heart, orange blossom, violet leaf and lavender add a soft floral layer. The base of amber, labdanum and cedarwood sets it on a warm, woody footing, while gourmand and synthetic touches sit behind the fresh air. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it is worn for leisure, daily use and work. It is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Zara W/End till 3:00 AM and Guess 1981 Indigo for Men have a close profile.

Dodo (2020)

6.0

Zoologist · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zoologist Dodo is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, green character against an animalic, earthy base; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for leisure and daily use. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and it leans slightly masculine without a clear split. It opens with the citrusy freshness of petitgrain, bergamot and pink pepper; in the heart, cardamom, pineapple and clary sage add a fruity, spicy touch. Oakmoss absolute, patchouli and musk form a woody, earthy base.

Femme de Montblanc (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Montblanc · 2006

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Montblanc Femme de Montblanc Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet scent that sets bergamot and cardamom against jasmine, rose and dark chocolate; it has been discontinued. The top is bergamot, cardamom, pineapple and cinnamon, a fruity brightness with a spicy edge. In the heart, jasmine, rose, orange blossom and heliotrope bring a soft, powdery floral note. The base leans on dark chocolate, vetiver, patchouli and amber, with peach and raspberry pushing it into a gourmand sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for nights out and evenings. Most voters read it as feminine. Worth Courtesan and Judith Williams Mon Amour have a close profile.

Hedera

7.6

L'Erbolario · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Hedera is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; though discontinued, it offers a light green-floral character for everyday wear. Hedera opens bright with bergamot, lemon and grapefruit leaf, softened by orange blossom. In the heart, ivy, pineapple and Damask rose lead, with water jasmine and lavender adding a green, fruity touch. Cedarwood, vetiver and coconut gather it onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office, rarely for evening or night out. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads comfortably on either side. Al Haramain Neroli Canvas and DSH Perfumes Aqua Admirabilis have a close profile.

Nicocello

7.2

Fugazzi · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Fugazzi Nicocello is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer, with a fruity sweetness and a touch of spice. It opens on a bright cluster of blood orange, cedrat, lemon and bergamot zest. In the heart, Madagascar pepper, bitter orange and pineapple take over: the pepper adds spice, the pineapple a fruity sweetness. The base of Akigalawood, Georgywood, Ambrofix and Pepperwood leaves a woody, slightly synthetic floor. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with evening, office and sport also getting votes. It reads most often as masculine, though modern and feminine votes are well represented.

Moves

6.2

Adidas · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Adidas Moves is a fresh, green and aquatic men's fragrance built around green apple, parsley and mandarin orange, and it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. It reads masculine, and many also call it modern. It opens with green apple, parsley, tomato leaf and mint for a cool, crisp start. Lavender, juniper and ginger ale sit in the heart, and thyme, oakmoss and sandalwood form the base. The green freshness is softened by a sweet, fruity touch. Mexx Mexx Man and Adidas Sport Field have a close profile.

1984

8.3

Ensar Oud · 2022

Floral · Green · Spicy

Ensar Oud 1984 is a unisex fragrance that most voters wear in fall and spring, mainly for evenings and leisure time. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters read it as masculine, while the rest split between classic and modern. It suits winter and summer too, though fall leads. Oud dominates the notes: Papua oud and Borneo oud join Mysore sandalwood and Mongolian musk. Oakmoss and massoia bark pull it toward earthy, resinous ground, while jasmine sambac, jonquil and tuberose absolute add a floral softness. Yuzu and bergamot lend a light freshness. The accords run green, spicy, smoky and leathery.

L'Aventure Femme

7.4

Al Haramain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Haramain L'Aventure Femme is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer and suits relaxed, everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter is the least chosen season. Leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with business use not far behind. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, and most voters read it as feminine. The top is bergamot, pineapple, blackcurrant and berries, a citrusy, fruity opening. In the heart, freesia, rose and cedar set a floral note against a woody backbone. The base of sandalwood, vanilla, amber and musk sweetens and softens the dry-down.

Telekinesis

8.1

Adam Bensahili · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Adam Bensahili Telekinesis opens with pink pepper, pineapple and saffron, then moves into rose, oud and leather, a sweet yet smoky unisex scent. Its longevity and sillage are rated very strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening or night out; it reads mostly masculine. Pineapple gives the top a fruity sweetness, with pink pepper and saffron adding spice. In the heart, rose, smoky notes, oud and leather come forward. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, vanilla and amber settles into a warm, woody, oriental finish.

Poseidon's Elixir 11Z

8.1

The Dua Brand · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

The Dua Brand Poseidon's Elixir 11Z pairs bergamot, pineapple and apple with oakmoss, birch tar and patchouli, giving a fresh, smoky fragrance aimed at men. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn and winter trailing. Leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions, though evenings and nights out also get votes. Voters mostly call it masculine, then modern. The notes have no top-to-base split, so it reads as a whole. Bergamot, pineapple and apple give a bright, fruity freshness, softened by jasmine and rose. Oakmoss, birch tar and patchouli set a woody, smoky base, lightly sweetened by vanilla and musk.

Secret Wish

6.4

Anna Sui · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anna Sui Secret Wish is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance built around melon, pineapple and lemon. It opens light and cool with tagetes, melon and lemon. At the heart, blackcurrant and pineapple sweeten the fruit. Aquatic and floral touches keep it airy, and the base of white cedarwood, musk and amber closes it with a soft, powdery finish. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office rather than nights out. Voters call it feminine and modern. Toni Gard Seaside Woman and Davidoff Cool Water Woman have a close profile.

Capriccio

8.1

Somens · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Somens Capriccio is a unisex fragrance built around bergamot, pineapple and saffron, opening fresh, citrusy and fruity before settling into a woody base. The opening pairs bright bergamot and pineapple with a sweet fruit note, softened by cranberry and jasmine. Saffron and patchouli add a spicy touch in the heart. In the base, oakmoss, amber, musk and birch pull it towards a warm, woody finish. A sweet, synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall and winter close behind. Daily wear and leisure lead the occasions, while office and night out also fit. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is unisex. Lattafa Sheikh Al Shuyukh Concentrated and Zimaya Sharaf the Club have a close profile.

Scintilla

6.3

Giardini di Toscana · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Giardini di Toscana Scintilla is a fresh, fruity and floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and daytime wear. The top is bright and fruity, with pear, pineapple, apple and blackcurrant. Jasmine, violet and iris soften the heart into something floral. The base turns woody and lightly spicy, with amber, patchouli and oakmoss, and the synthetic and creamy sides of the scent show most clearly there. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is rarely chosen. Masculine and feminine readings are close, and a modern character also stands out. Scentologia Syn.ergy. and Anomalia Sabrage have a close profile.

Pompei Garden

7.6

Giardino Benessere · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giardino Benessere Pompei Garden is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a floral, fruity and lightly spicy body, and it suits spring and summer days. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure come up most often. Though unisex, more voters read it as feminine. Bergamot, grapefruit leaf and pineapple bring the first freshness, while magnolia and tuberose set the floral tone. In the heart, plum, jasmine and cardamom balance fruit against spice. The base of musk, amber and tonka bean leaves a creamy, powdery sweetness, with cedarwood adding a woody frame. Jil Sander Style and Gritti Adèle have a close profile.

Dancing Light

7.2

Olfactive Studio · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Olfactive Studio Dancing Light is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that sets mint, cardamom and bergamot against lavender and neroli. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. In the character votes feminine sits slightly ahead, with masculine close behind. It opens with mint, cardamom, bergamot and pink pepper, while pineapple and fig milk add a soft fruity edge. Lavender, jasmine and neroli give the heart a floral lift. The base dries down to amber, moss, sandalwood and cedar, with musk leaving a creamy trace. Miller Harris Lumière Dorée and Atelier Cologne Grand Néroli have a close profile.

#All Night Long

7.7

Ramón Monegal · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ramón Monegal #All Night Long is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, fruity start with a floral, sweet and creamy base, and it suits summer and spring evenings best. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. The top is lemon, mint and pineapple, a fresh, fruity opening. Jasmine, heliotrope and patchouli in the heart add a floral softness with a faintly spicy depth. Vanilla, musk and oakmoss form the base, where it settles into something sweet and creamy. Lattafa Pride Royal Sapphire and Mancera Of the Wild have a close profile.

Jailia

7.3

Profumi di Pantelleria · 2005

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Profumi di Pantelleria Jailia is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that most voters place in autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and also works for leisure time. Most voters find it feminine, and summer is the least chosen season. It opens with the juicy citrus of mandarin orange, pineapple and bergamot. Honey, peach and red fruits then soften and sweeten the heart. In the base, chocolate and vanilla dominate, while ambergris and patchouli add a powdery, earthy depth.

Ferré

7.4

Gianfranco Ferré · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Gianfranco Ferré Ferré is a fresh, floral scent with a fruity sweetness and a soft, powdery, creamy feel, leaning feminine and suited to daily and office wear; it has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, and most call it feminine. It is chosen most in spring and fall, a little less in summer and winter. Daily wear and office use lead, with leisure close behind. It opens with iris leaf, melon, bergamot and pineapple, a cool, fruity freshness. Magnolia, rose, ylang-ylang and jasmine carry the heart. In the base, musk, sandalwood, vanilla and amber sweeten and soften it, leaving a powdery dry-down.

Signature (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Shawn Mendes · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Shawn Mendes Signature Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that leans towards leisure time and easy daytime wear. It opens with pineapple, lemon and McIntosh apple, a bright and juicy fruit start. Sugar maple, rose and frangipani add a floral sweetness in the heart. In the base, white cedar and musk soften things while dulce de leche leaves a creamy, gourmand trail, with a synthetic sheen over the top. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though summer and winter are not far behind. It suits relaxed days best, and reads as feminine and modern to most, with a fair number finding it masculine. Esprit Just Cherries and Lolita Lempicka So Sweet have a close profile.

Clandestine (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Guy Laroche · 1986

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Guy Laroche Clandestine Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning chypre that sets a floral, fruity core against powdery, resinous and animalic depth, and it suits women most, especially in the evening. It opens bright and fruity with aldehydes, pineapple, apricot, bergamot and plum. The heart is a dense floral bouquet of honey, iris, Damask rose, jasmine and tuberose. In the base, civet, patchouli, musk and vanilla settle it onto a sweet, warm, faintly animalic ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. More than half of voters read it as feminine, and a good share call it classic.

Visions of Venice

7.7

Birkholz · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Birkholz Visions of Venice is a unisex fragrance that leans towards spring and autumn, with a floral, sweet character. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated good. Most voters recommend spring, followed by autumn, and leisure time and evenings come up most often as when to wear it. Votes lean towards feminine, though the perfume is classed as unisex. It opens with pineapple, apple and lemon for a fruity freshness. In the heart, violet and rose bring a soft, powdery floral note. At the base, vanilla, praliné and amber pull the sweetness towards creamy, while cedarwood, cardamom, patchouli and musk settle it on a warm, woody footing. Ivory Muse and Eutopie No. 4 have a close profile.

Donna Karan (Eau de Parfum)

8.2

DKNY · 1992

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

DKNY Donna Karan Eau de Parfum pairs osmanthus, peach and apricot with a rose and jasmine heart over vanilla and amber, a feminine floral-oriental that has been discontinued. Osmanthus, peach and apricot lead, with bergamot and green notes lightening the sweetness. Rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang form the floral heart. Vanilla, amber, sandalwood and patchouli give a warm, resinous, woody base with a leathery edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. It reads mostly feminine and classic. Calvin Klein Obsession and MCM Obelisk have a close profile.