The Perfume Library

Safran Colognisé

8.0

Nishane · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nishane Safran Colognisé is a unisex scent that pairs bright citrus and fruit with the spicy warmth of saffron and pink pepper, leaning towards spring and summer days and everyday wear. It opens with passion fruit, citron and pink grapefruit, which give a sparkling, fruity freshness. At the heart, saffron, pink pepper and magnolia turn it floral and spicy. Ambergris, musk and leather in the base soften the sweetness with a leathery depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and it suits leisure, daytime and business settings. Character votes lean masculine, though it works as a unisex scent.

Ambre Impérial

7.8

Van Cleef & Arpels · 2015

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Van Cleef & Arpels Ambre Impérial is a sweet, resinous unisex scent built around benzoin, amber and tonka bean. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring next and summer far behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without overwhelming a room. It suits leisure time, evenings and nights out about equally. More votes call it feminine, though a good share read it as masculine. It opens with pink pepper and bergamot, a light spicy freshness, before benzoin and Laotian cinnamon take over. In the base, amber and tonka bean settle into a gourmand, creamy and powdery warmth with a woody, spicy backdrop.

Figment Man

6.6

Amouage · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Green

Amouage Figment Man is a men's fragrance that sets citrus and green freshness against spice, wood and animalic notes, with an earthy, resinous character; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn, with spring and winter close behind, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. It opens with pink pepper, geranium and lemon, a fresh and slightly sharp start. In the heart, vetiver, sandalwood and animalic notes come forward, and the base settles into earthy notes, gaiac wood and labdanum. Timothy Han Edition Perfumes She Came to Stay and Galimard Double Zéro have a close profile.

Fall of Phaeton

8.4

Argos · 2023

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Argos Fall of Phaeton is a unisex scent that sets the spicy freshness of cardamom, pink pepper and ginger against the smoky, sweet warmth of oud, leather and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall, with winter and spring following, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. It leans masculine in character, though it reads as unisex too. The top is bright with lemon, bergamot and cardamom, while ginger and pink pepper add spice. In the heart, oud, lavender and labdanum build a woody, smoky base. Vanilla and tonka bean sweeten the dry-down, and leather and musk give it a creamy depth. The Dua Brand The Deadly Fate of Phaeton and Maison Asrar III Thriller have a close profile.

P.33

7.6

Xerjoff · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Xerjoff P.33 is a unisex fragrance that sets the fresh, fruity brightness of grapefruit and bergamot against the warmth of cinnamon and cedarwood. It opens with pink pepper, grapefruit, apple and bergamot, a citrusy, lightly sweet freshness. In the heart, cypress, cinnamon and Florentine iris add a spicy, woody line, and the base of musk, cedarwood and amber closes it with a creamy softness. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters suggest spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Votes on character tilt masculine, though it is presented as unisex. Creed Aventus and Jil Sander Sun Men Summer Edition have a close profile.

Pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Lacoste · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Lacoste Pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy and fruity brightness with spice, settling between sweet and woody. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer and winter not far behind. Daily wear and leisure lead, and it sits comfortably in an office too. Voters call its character masculine and modern. It opens with grapefruit, bergamot, plum and apple, light and fruity. Juniper, cinnamon, cardamom and pink pepper add a spicy warmth in the heart. In the base, sandalwood, cedar, vanilla and musk dry it down into a soft, sweetened woodiness.

Oud & Spice

7.4

Acqua di Parma · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Spicy

Acqua di Parma Oud & Spice is a unisex scent built around cinnamon, clove and Laotian oud, with a spicy, woody and resinous character. It opens with raspberry, rose and bergamot, a fruity, floral start. In the heart, cinnamon, pink pepper and clove bring the spice forward. The base of labdanum, Laotian oud and patchouli settles into a resinous, smoky, leathery depth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen more often for evenings and nights out. Though unisex, it leans masculine. Widian Samar and Paris Corner Mysterium have a close profile.

La Chasse aux Papillons (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

L'Artisan Parfumeur La Chasse aux Papillons Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy floral built around linden blossom, orange blossom and jasmine, made for women. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and pink pepper, a bright start with a light spicy edge. The heart gathers linden blossom, orange blossom, jasmine, tuberose and lemon blossom, with green and fruity touches sweetening the flowers. Ylang-ylang and tuberose carry the base, and the scent settles into a softly powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Acqua di Parma Gelsomino Nobile and Miller Harris La Pluie have a close profile.

Atlas Fever

8.1

Ex Nihilo · 2017

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Ex Nihilo Atlas Fever is a unisex scent that opens with frankincense and pink pepper and settles into a soft sweetness of vanilla, tonka bean and woods. The opening is spicy and resinous, with frankincense and pink pepper, and narcissus absolute comes forward in the heart. In the base, Indian sandalwood, cedarwood and gaiac wood form a woody, slightly smoky ground, while tonka bean and vanilla turn it creamy and gourmand. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is most often chosen for evenings and nights out. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it reads as unisex.

Opus VII - Reckless Leather

7.4

Amouage · 2013

Green · Spicy · Woody

Amouage Opus VII - Reckless Leather is a unisex scent that sets oud, leather and patchouli on a spicy opening. It opens with pink pepper, cardamom, nutmeg and galbanum, a spicy and green start. In the heart oud, leather and patchouli come forward, and in the base frankincense and sandalwood lay a resinous, woody floor. The accords run green, spicy and woody, with leathery, smoky, earthy and animal tones weighing heavily. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen more often for evenings and nights out. Most voters find it masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Amouage Epic Man and Rania J. T. Habanero have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Ambre Orient

8.1

Giorgio Armani · 2010

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Ambre Orient is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent led by frankincense, oud, vanilla and amber; it has been discontinued. It leans towards autumn and winter, with most voters choosing those seasons and summer barely mentioned. Evenings and nights out suit it best. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage good. It reads slightly more masculine, though a sizeable share of voters call it feminine. It opens with frankincense and thyme, resinous and a little herbal. At the heart, pink pepper, oud, patchouli and sandalwood build a woody, earthy body. The base of vanilla, cinnamon, labdanum and amber sweetens it into a gourmand, faintly smoky and animalic warmth. Parfums Vintage Sandal Amber and Tom Ford Amber Absolute have a close profile.

Opus XV - King Blue

7.7

Amouage · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Amouage Opus XV - King Blue pairs blackcurrant with leather and Assam oud, setting fruity sweetness against a smoky, woody depth in a unisex scent. It wears strong, with very strong longevity and a clear trail. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evening and night-out wear. Voters read it as more masculine, though it is classed as unisex. The top opens fruity and spicy with blackcurrant, mandarin orange and pink pepper. Amber and frankincense add a resinous warmth in the heart. The base of leather, oak wood, sandalwood, Assam oud and patchouli settles it into a smoky, woody, animalic character. Louis Vuitton Nouveau Monde and Estēe Lauder Amber Mystique have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Vétiver d'Hiver / Vétiver Babylone

8.0

Giorgio Armani · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Vétiver d'Hiver / Vétiver Babylone is a fresh, green unisex scent in which citrus and spice meet on a base of vetiver. Despite the name, it isn't a winter perfume: most voters pick summer and spring, while autumn and winter trail far behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office are the occasions it is most often matched with. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Voters read it as somewhat more masculine, though a good number call it feminine. Bergamot, citron and mandarin orange give the opening a bright, fruity citrus lift. Green cardamom, coriander and pink pepper add spice in the heart. Vetiver, patchouli and aniseed lay a woody, earthy base underneath. The result is fresh, green and lightly spicy. Cartier Déclaration Cologne and Adolfo Dominguez Agua Fresca have a close profile.

Trésor in Love

6.8

Lancôme · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lancôme Trésor in Love is a sweet, powdery floral-fruity scent with a fresh feel, a feminine perfume that suits spring and summer days and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter far behind. Daily wear, leisure and business get the most votes, and more than half of voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. The top opens with pear, nectarine, pink pepper and bergamot. Violet, jasmine and Taif rose form a floral heart, with peach carrying the fruity sweetness through. In the base, Virginia cedar and musk leave a soft, powdery finish.

Dior Homme Sport (2017)

7.3

Dior · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Dior Homme Sport is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, light enough for the gym or an easy daytime outing. It opens with pear, grapefruit, citron and blood orange, a fruity, slightly sweet brightness. In the heart, elemi resin, pink pepper and nutmeg add spice. Sandalwood and Haitian vetiver ground it in a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure, sport and the office lead the occasions. It reads as masculine and modern. Dior Homme Sport Very Cool Spray and Dior Sauvage Very Cool Spray have a close profile.

Rajasthan

7.4

Etro · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etro Rajasthan is a unisex fragrance that pairs a bright opening of Primofiore lemon, polygonum and pink pepper with a floral heart of Egyptian acacia, Turkish rose and mimosa. Citrus and spice lead with a fresh start, then the florals take over and the scent softens into a powdery, lightly fruity sweetness. The base of musk, labdanum and amber leaves a woody, oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind, and it leans towards leisure, daily and office wear. About half of voters read it as feminine. Clarins Par Amour and Jil Sander Jil (2009) have a close profile.

Vetiver (Parfum)

8.4

Roja Parfums · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Roja Parfums Vetiver opens with bright bergamot, lemon and Litsea cubeba, then settles into a dry, earthy vetiver and cedar base, a masculine chypre. Citrus leads the top, while cistus, jasmine and May rose soften that freshness in the heart. The base is dominated by vetiver, cedar and oakmoss, with pepper and nutmeg adding spice. The overall impression is fresh, green and woody. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards work and leisure wear. It reads masculine and classic. Roja Parfums Vetiver Parfum Cologne and Detaille Escrimeur have a close profile.

Carmina

7.1

Creed · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Creed Carmina is a sweet, spicy feminine scent in which saffron and black cherry open onto a floral heart. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind; summer sits further back. It leans towards leisure, night out and evening wear, and nearly half of voters read it as feminine. It opens with saffron, black cherry and pink pepper, where fruity sweetness is held in check by spice. In the heart, violet, May rose and peony form a floral band over a woody base of cashmere wood. In the base, musk, amber and frankincense soften the sweetness and close it warm.

Solar Flair

8.2

Ojar · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ojar Solar Flair is a warm, bright unisex scent that sets a fresh, floral character against a sweet, creamy, fruity texture. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with some also choosing evening and office. It reads mostly feminine, though a good share of voters call it modern. It opens with heliotrope, mandarin orange and pink pepper: the mandarin adds fruity freshness and the pepper a light spice. In the heart, patchouli, osmanthus and honeysuckle bring a soft floral note. The base of honey, vanilla and white musk leaves a creamy sweetness, with vetiver keeping it earthy and balanced.

Invictus Aqua (2016)

7.5

Rabanne · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rabanne Invictus Aqua is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with grapefruit zest, yuzu zest and pink pepper, then marine notes and violet leaf give it a cool, aquatic heart. Ambergris, gaiac wood and woods set a woody base underneath. Fruity and sweet accords soften the edges, and a synthetic sheen runs through it. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits leisure, daily wear and sport best. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and it reads masculine and modern. Rabanne Invictus Aqua (2018) and Armaf Sapphire have a close profile.

Elixir d'Amour

8.2

Parfums d'Elmar · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Parfums d'Elmar Elixir d'Amour is a unisex scent that sets a floral, fruity core against spice, wood and a sweet warmth. It opens with pink pepper, saffron and bergamot, while fig leaf adds a green edge. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, raspberry and water jasmine come forward, with gaiac wood and lily of the valley alongside. In the base, caramel, vanilla and amber sweeten it, and oud, patchouli and musk build a creamy, oriental footing. Most voters find both its longevity and sillage strong. Autumn and winter get the most votes, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes split between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably on either.

Violet Blonde

7.6

Tom Ford · 2011

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Tom Ford Violet Blonde is a floral, powdery perfume that sets violet leaf, iris and jasmine over suede and musk; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and also finds a place in daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine. The top has violet leaf, pink pepper and mandarin orange, with the pepper adding a light spice to the floral opening. In the heart, jasmine sambac, jasmine, iris and orris butter bring out the powdery side. The base of musk, cedar, benzoin, vetiver and suede rests the scent on a sweet, woody and slightly leathery footing. Gucci Flora by Gucci Generous Violet and Balmain Ivoire have a close profile.

Sonic Flower

7.9

Room 1015 · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Room 1015 Sonic Flower is a fresh, floral unisex scent with a powdery, creamy and lightly sweet character. It opens with pink pepper and carrot seed, and orris root and jasmine lead the heart. In the base, musk, cashmere wood and ambroxan set the scent on a soft, woody footing. Fruity and synthetic touches add a clean brightness to the powdery floral core. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office best. Most voters read its character as feminine, followed by modern. Proenza Schouler Arizona and Glossier You have a close profile.

Musc K

8.1

Ella K Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Ella K Parfums Musc K is a fresh, powdery musk with a soft floral and woody side and only light sweetness, worn as a unisex scent. It opens with pink pepper, white pepper and sea daffodil, a spicy and fresh start. Cedarwood, mangrove wood and orris butter in the heart set it on a woody, powdery footing. The base of white musk, Haitian vetiver and Ambrofix finishes soft and creamy. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. Daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions. Voters tend to read it as feminine and modern. Narciso Rodriguez For Her Fleur Musc (Eau de Parfum) and Glossier You (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.