The Perfume Library

Frosted Flame

6.9

twentysecondofmay · 2025

Floral · Spicy · Woody

twentysecondofmay Frosted Flame is a unisex scent that sets the softness of Bourbon vanilla and powdery notes against the warmth of cinnamon and oud. It opens with Bourbon vanilla, musk and powdery notes, while ylang-ylang, jasmine and Egyptian mimosa add a floral softness in the heart. The base of Madagascar pepper, cinnamon and Indonesian oud settles into a spicy, resinous and woody warmth. The overall impression is powdery, sweet and oriental. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, so it lasts a long time and is noticed around you. It sits in the middle between masculine and feminine. Memo Paris Amber and Annayake Miyako have a close profile.

Après Vous (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Alex Simone · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Alex Simone Après Vous Eau de Parfum is a powdery, creamy floral-woody scent, its sweetness balanced by spicy, resinous warmth. It suits spring and fall, and daily wear. It opens with coconut milk, white cedar and powdery notes, soft and milky. Aegean wallflower, sandalwood and iris form a floral-woody heart, and precious woods, amber and vanilla sweeten the base into a warm, resinous finish. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily, leisure and office wear lead. Though unisex, most votes read it as feminine. It has been discontinued.

Azure Velvet

8.6

Khadlaj · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Azure Velvet is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, floral and woody base. Both longevity and sillage are rated good, so the scent stays on skin for a long while and carries well around you. Value for money is rated very high. There are no season or occasion votes, so it is best described simply as an easygoing unisex pick. The top opens with mint, bergamot and lavender for a cool start. In the heart, floral, fresh and fruity notes come forward, softened by aquatic and sweet accords. The base settles into powdery notes, woody notes and incense, with a spicy, oriental warmth giving it depth.

Peau d'Amour

6.8

Starck · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Starck Peau d'Amour is a fresh, floral and sweet women's fragrance, with a fruity side that keeps it light and cheerful. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with winter and summer further behind. Leisure, a night out, daily wear, evening and business are all close, so it reads as an easy scent for any part of the day. It leans feminine. It opens bright and fruity with mandarin orange, ginger and raspberry. The heart is a floral blend of lily of the valley, orange blossom, jasmine sambac and rose. In the base, tonka bean, patchouli, amber and powdery notes soften and sweeten it. Composed by Dominique Ropion, it shares a close profile with Bond No. 9 Bryant Park and DKNY Red Delicious.

Feels Like Heaven (Solid Perfume)

7.8

Heymountain Cosmetics

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Solid Perfume

Heymountain Cosmetics Feels Like Heaven is a solid perfume for women that pairs a fresh opening of coriander, juniper berry and citrus fruits with a floral heart of ylang-ylang, damask rose and lily of the valley; it has been discontinued. The opening is fresh and citrusy, with coriander and juniper berry adding a spicy edge. In the heart, ylang-ylang, damask rose and lily of the valley bring a soft floral note. Balsamic and powdery notes close it out on the base, leaving a sweet, creamy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, though autumn and winter are close behind. It is mainly worn for leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters call it feminine. Xerjoff Lua and Electimuss Vixere have a close profile.

Edwardian Bouquet (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Floris · 1984

Citrus · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Floris Edwardian Bouquet Eau de Parfum is a floral chypre that sets the freshness of hyacinth, mandarin orange and bergamot against rose and jasmine. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters call it feminine, with a share calling it classic. Fall leads the seasons, yet it is spread across all four; it suits daily wear, the office and evenings out. It opens with hyacinth, mandarin orange, bergamot and green notes, bright and citrusy. The heart of rose, ylang-ylang and jasmine forms a floral core. The base of powdery notes, amber, sandalwood and oakmoss lays down a woody, earthy ground. Yves Rocher En Avril Un Soir and Penhaligon's Ormolu have a close profile.

Provocative for Women

7.4

Michalsky · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Woody

Michalsky Provocative for Women is a powdery, creamy floral: a soft, warm scent on a sweet, woody base, made for women. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen least. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office, and it also earns votes for evenings and nights out. It opens with ambrette and powdery notes. Iris and tuberose give the heart a soft floral feel. In the base, tonka bean, vanilla and sandalwood sweeten it and leave a creamy, woody finish. Valentino Valentina Poudre and Guerlain Eau de Lingerie have a close profile.

Tiara

7.1

House of Sillage · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

House of Sillage Tiara is a floral, sweet perfume with fruity, spicy and powdery sides, a soft scent made for women. The top pairs mandarin orange with cinnamon, a fruity brightness with a touch of spice. In the heart, Bulgarian rose and peony carry the floral side while cedarwood adds a woody base. The base of musk, amber and Bourbon vanilla sweetens the scent, and powdery notes soften it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter getting fewer votes. It suits business, leisure and daily wear, and works for a night out too. More than half of voters find it feminine.

Chi lo vuole, lo può riscoprire. E chi lo riscopre, lo deve scegliere. E come sempre, chi davvero lo sceglie avrà la sua pace la pace appunto del Natale. San Paolo VI

8.3

Filippo Sorcinelli · 2025

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Pistachio Crush

8.0

Ivy & Lane · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ivy & Lane Pistachio Crush is a feminine scent that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a creamy gourmand texture. It opens with ice cream, nougat, raspberry and milk, which reads as a soft, milky dessert sweetness. The heart holds powdery notes, tonka bean, labdanum and pistachio, with a spicy accord showing through. In the base, vanilla, creamy notes, white musk and sandalwood smooth it out and dry it down. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters spread their picks almost evenly across all four seasons, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions, with office wear not far behind. Parfums d'Elmar Kaya and Maison Tahité Tonka Rouge have a close profile.

Qissa

7.4

Paris Corner · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Paris Corner Qissa is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, and sits most comfortably in leisure and daytime wear. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays with you through the day without leaving a heavy trail. It reads equally well on men and women. Bergamot, lemon and frankincense open it fresh. Jasmine, ginger and orange in the heart add a floral, spicy and fruity side. In the base, amber, musk and oakmoss carry it into a woody, creamy sweetness. Electimuss Imperium and Birkholz Portraits of Portofino have a close profile.

L'Amour, la Mode...

7.1

Making Of · 2014

Floral · Green · Sweet

Making Of L'Amour, la Mode... is a unisex scent where lipstick, red rose and powdery notes meet at the heart, hardening into leather and vetiver at the base. It has moderate sillage and good longevity. Most voters pick autumn, with winter and spring following. It leans towards leisure, evening and night-out wear, and is also worn for business. Most voters read it as feminine, while some find it masculine. Lemon, pink pepper and Italian bergamot give it a fresh, lightly spicy opening. At the heart, red rose softens with lipstick and powdery notes into a floral, sweet powder. The base of white musk, leather and Haitian vetiver leaves a green, woody, slightly animalic trail.

Marmara

7.8

French Avenue · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Green

French Avenue Marmara is a fresh, woody unisex scent that opens with saffron, Italian bergamot and black pepper and settles into cashmere wood and Indian sandalwood. It starts with citrus and spice: the bergamot's brightness is sharpened by black pepper, while saffron adds a dry warmth. In the heart, powdery notes, cashmere wood and ambroxan soften the scent, with green and faintly smoky shades staying in the background. The base of musk and sandalwood is creamy and resinous. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick it for daily wear and business, with leisure and evening close behind. It sits comfortably on both men and women and suits the setting more than any single season.

Sunshine

7.1

Sundance · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Sundance Sunshine is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits leisure time and everyday wear, with a fruity sweetness and a soft powdery finish. It opens with fruity, floral and fresh notes, light and airy at first. Spicy and creamy notes in the heart soften that freshness, and powdery notes remain in the base. The overall character is fresh and sweet, with a slightly synthetic brightness. Sillage is moderate and longevity is weak, so a reapplication during the day may be needed. Voters pick leisure and daily wear most often, with sport and business close behind. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Jean & Len Alchimiste - Jasmin Diva and Bettina Barty Summer Vanilla have a close profile.

Tubéreuse & Néroli

7.4

Jeanne en Provence

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jeanne en Provence Tubéreuse & Néroli is a fresh, floral women's scent in which tuberose and neroli at the heart meet mandarin orange and orange; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as clearly feminine. It opens bright and citrusy with mandarin orange and orange. At the heart, tuberose and neroli bring the floral side forward, while green and sweet accords sit alongside them. The base softens everything with powdery notes. Creed Fleurissimo and Les Voiles Dépliées Tuberosa have a close profile.

Too Much... Champs-Elysées

7.3

Guerlain · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Guerlain Too Much... Champs-Elysées is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with a sweet, powdery finish; it has been discontinued. Bergamot gives a fresh start, and the heart gathers narcissus, jasmine, yellow narcissus, mimosa and lilac into a floral bouquet. Fruity and sweet accents run alongside the flowers, while heliotrope, amber, powdery and woody notes soften the base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear. Comptoir Sud Pacifique Fleurs des Caraïbes and Valentino Valentina Acqua Floreale have a close profile.

Cabaret Nocturne

7.6

V/siteur · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

V/siteur Cabaret Nocturne is a unisex scent that most voters place in fall and winter evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters choose it for evening and night-time wear, with leisure use also common, while daytime and office wear get few votes. It reads equally comfortable on men and women. The scent is floral and sweet at its core, with a spicy, animalic and smoky edge. Tuberose and sandalwood form a soft base, while cumin, tobacco and smoke roughen it. Pink pepper and orange add a bright touch, and powdery notes smooth the whole.

Thé Brun

6.9

Jean-Charles Brosseau · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jean-Charles Brosseau Thé Brun is a men's fragrance that opens with cardamom, bergamot and green leaves and settles into Lapsang Souchong tea and vetiver, with a fresh, green and slightly smoky character. Most voters read it as masculine and lean towards spring and summer, with autumn close behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity and sillage are moderate. It opens with cardamom, cinnamon, melon and pineapple, a fresh and lightly spiced start. Violet, lavender and jasmine in the heart add a floral bridge. The base of Lapsang Souchong tea, vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss gives a woody, faintly smoky, earthy foundation. Aramis Havana and Azzaro pour Homme have a close profile.

Je Vois Encore Qadah dans Tes Yeux

7.0

Katana · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Katana Je Vois Encore Qadah dans Tes Yeux is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex fragrance with a resinous, leathery and woody warmth, suited to cooler evenings. The scent reads as a single flow: jasmine and rose set a floral base, while sandalwood, patchouli and oud ground it in woody depth. Leather and tobacco add a smoky edge, and vanilla and balsam sweeten and soften it all. Frankincense and myrrh carry the resinous side, with mandarin orange and bergamot adding a light freshness in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick nights out and evenings, with leisure wear in third place. It reads unisex and has been discontinued. Swiss Arabian Attar al Ghutra and Amouage Interlude Black Iris share a close profile.

Eternal Musk

7.5

Paris Corner · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Paris Corner Eternal Musk is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green floral character with a powdery, creamy softness. Its notes read as a single whole: lily of the valley brings a clean, green freshness, vanilla and tolu balm pull it towards a creamy, lightly resinous sweetness, and powdery notes soften everything. Synthetic and animal accords stay in the background, giving a musky, skin-like impression. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters spread across all four seasons, with spring and summer slightly ahead. It leans towards business and daily wear.

Venice Rococo

7.6

Arquiste · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Arquiste Venice Rococo is a unisex floral built on Turkish rose water, black violet and Moroccan orange blossom absolute, with a powdery, sweet and slightly animal character. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. With no gender lean, its floral, powdery profile can sit comfortably on anyone. It opens with aldehydes, Turkish rose water, chamomile and hawthorn. The heart brings black violet, cumin, orange blossom and powdery notes, the cumin adding a spicy edge to the sweetness. In the base, civet, French jasmine absolute, Iris germanica and amber settle into a creamy, chypre-like finish.

Wonder by Lola

6.3

Anima Aromatics · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anima Aromatics Wonder by Lola is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that opens with lemon, candied fruits and green leaves. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the vote count is small, so treat that as a rough impression. All four seasons draw nearly equal votes, with fall and spring slightly ahead. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear and leisure. Jean Paul Gaultier Ma Dame and Atelier des Ors Riviera Sunrise have a close profile. Lemon brightness and the sweetness of candied fruits come first, cooled by green leaves. In the heart, red fruits, rose and freesia add a soft floral touch. Cedarwood, powdery notes and musk then leave a sweet, powdery base with a synthetic edge.

Meek Passion

7.7

M.INT · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

M.INT Meek Passion is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, though autumn is not far behind. It is chosen mostly for leisure and nights out, with some votes for evening and office wear. It opens bright and juicy with bergamot, lemon, apple and banana. Pineapple and powdery notes soften the heart, and the base settles into a sweet, woody floor of vetiver, patchouli, vanilla and cashmere wood. Yves de Sistelle Thallium Sport and Hugo Boss Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

903 Baies du Népal Safran Oud

6.4

Bon Parfumeur · 2019

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Bon Parfumeur 903 Baies du Népal Safran Oud is a unisex fragrance that sets the spicy opening of saffron, Nepalese pepper and coriander seed over a woody base of oud, sandalwood and patchouli. It has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it reads somewhat more masculine than feminine. It opens with saffron and pepper spice alongside the fresh green edge of coriander seed. In the heart, Tonkin musk, cashmere wood and powdery notes soften that dryness. The base settles into an earthy, woody floor of oud, sandalwood and patchouli, with a slightly synthetic feel running through the accords. Essential Parfums Patchouli Mania and Parah Parah Black Touch have a close profile.