The Perfume Library

Sultry Woods

6.5

French Avenue

Green · Spicy · Woody

French Avenue Sultry Woods is a men's fragrance with a green, spicy and woody character, roughened by earthy and leathery touches. The top is lavender, clary sage and bergamot, a green and fresh opening. In the heart, saffron, cedarwood and praliné come forward: the spice is softened by wood, and the praliné adds a light sweetness. The base of musk, leather and patchouli settles into an earthy, leathery finish. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, though that rests on only a small number of votes. With its dry, woody build it reads as a masculine scent. Its value for money is also rated well. Parfums de Marly Haltane and French Avenue Haydan have a close profile.

Regina

7.5

Ajmal · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ajmal Regina is a female perfume that sets a floral, fruity character on a sweet, gourmand base; it has been discontinued. It opens with plum and passion fruit, giving a bright, juicy fruit tone. In the heart, pink blossoms and rose bring out the floral side. The base is led by mahogany, amber and praliné, so the scent softens into a warm, woody and resinous sweetness. Spicy and oriental touches stay in the background. Its profile is close to Elizabeth Arden Always Red and Lattafa Ajwad.

Aura

7.5

Superz. · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Superz. Aura is a unisex scent that opens with cardamom, bergamot and iris, moves into a fruity heart of blackberry, blackcurrant and pear, and settles on a sweet base of rose, jasmine and vanilla. The opening is fresh and spicy, with cardamom and bergamot, while iris adds a powdery softness. In the heart, blackberry, blackcurrant and pear bring the fruit forward; saffron and pink pepper keep the spice going, and mossy notes stay in the background. The base turns floral with rose and jasmine, then woody with sandalwood, amber, oud and musk, and ends creamy and sweet with vanilla and praliné. A synthetic edge runs through the accords.

Rich Man

6.1

Paris Bleu · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Paris Bleu Rich Man is a fresh, sweet men's fragrance with woody and spicy sides. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. The ratings rest on only a few votes, so they are a rough guide. It is positioned as a men's fragrance. The top opens with cardamom, green pear and bergamot, giving a fresh, lightly spiced first impression. In the heart, lavender, patchouli and pink pepper lead, with violet leaf adding a green touch. The base of cashmeran, cistus, sandalwood and praliné settles it onto a woody, sweet foundation.

Tuberose Overdose

7.2

Banana Republic · 2022

Floral · Green · Fruity

Banana Republic Tuberose Overdose is a floral, sweet unisex scent built around tuberose, opening green and fruity before settling into a gourmand warmth. The top notes bring ginger, blackcurrant and green apple, so it opens sharp, fruity and green. In the heart, peony, tuberose, tiaré, frangipani and jasmine sambac dominate, reading as a dense, crowded bouquet. The base of praliné, sandalwood and vanilla sweetens and softens it, while blond woods add a dry, woody floor. The overall impression is floral and gourmand with a slightly synthetic sheen. Byredo Pulp and Bibbi X Vanilla share a close profile.

Fou d'Elle

7.2

Ted Lapidus · 1997

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ted Lapidus Fou d'Elle is a fresh, floral and sweet women's fragrance built around peach, jasmine and lotus; it has been discontinued. It opens with pepper, jasmine, peach and lotus, where the fruity and green sides come forward. In the heart, hyacinth, freesia and rose fill out the floral texture while praliné sweetens it. Vanilla and cedarwood in the base soften that sweetness and settle it onto a lightly woody ground. Its profile is close to Pacifica Flower Moon and El Nabil Girl Musc.

Revival

8.1

Afnan Perfumes · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Afnan Perfumes Revival is a sweet, gourmand unisex fragrance with a warm, spicy and smoky character. It opens with honey, cinnamon, saffron and frankincense, where the spicy and smoky side comes through. In the heart, praliné, oak and tonka bean turn it creamy and soft. The base of dark chocolate, caramel, date and sandalwood settles into an oriental warmth in which the sweetness dominates. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. The dense sweetness and spice make it easier to wear in cooler weather, and it sits between masculine and feminine. The number of ratings is small, so these impressions should be read with caution. Initio Side Effect and Carolina Herrera Bronze Tonka have a close profile.

Lolita Lempicka Original

7.2

Lolita Lempicka · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Lolita Lempicka Original opens with bergamot and aniseed and settles into vanilla, praliné and patchouli, a floral, oriental scent with a sweet heart. Bergamot and aniseed give a lightly spicy freshness at first. In the heart, iris and tonka bean come forward, with Glycyrrhiza glabra running alongside that sweetness. The base of vanilla, praliné, musk and patchouli leaves it warm, soft and powdery-sweet. It is a women's fragrance. Voters find longevity good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Its dense sweetness is easier to carry in cooler weather. Guerlain L'Heure Bleue (Eau de Parfum) and Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial have a close profile.

D'Olcezza

7.6

Unique'e Luxury · 2026

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Unique'e Luxury D'Olcezza is a unisex gourmand in which cocoa, vanilla and praliné lead, sweetened by red berries. The notes have no top, heart and base split, so the scent reads as one sweet whole. Cocoa, vanilla and praliné carry the gourmand side, while coconut milk pulls it towards a creamy softness. Red berries add a fruity brightness, pimento a light spice, and frankincense and amber a resinous warmth. Jasmine and musk give it a powdery base. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so that impression is still tentative. Its sweet, warm character suits anyone who wants a unisex scent. Lattafa Angham and Lattafa Pride Nebras have a close profile.

Mira

6.9

ELLE · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

ELLE Mira is a women's perfume that sets a floral, fruity sweetness on a creamy, gourmand base. Mira's longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate: a scent that stays on the skin for a reasonable time without filling the room. These ratings rest on only a few votes. There is not enough information on seasons or occasions to say more about when it suits. It opens with blackcurrant and mandarin orange, whose fruity freshness meets the sweetness of praliné. In the heart, jasmine sambac and freesia add a soft floral note while cocoa brings out the gourmand side. Vanilla leads the base, with patchouli and vetiver tempering the sweetness slightly.

Between Lights

8.0

Missing Piece · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand

Missing Piece Between Lights is a unisex scent with a sweet, gourmand character, opening with spice and settling into warm vanilla. Cardamom, cinnamon and cognac in the top give a spiced, faintly boozy warmth. In the heart, praliné, candied fruits and tonka bean absolute soften and sweeten the scent. The base keeps the gourmand mood going with vanilla, benzoin and chocolate, while leather and cedarwood add a touch of dryness and woody depth. Lyora Cinnox and KoRo Spicy Liqueur have a close profile.

Habano Puro

8.2

M. Micallef · 2026

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

M. Micallef Habano Puro is a men's fragrance that deepens a sweet, gourmand character with spice, smoke and earth. It opens with bergamot, saffron and davana meeting the soft sweetness of honey and labdanum. In the heart, blond tobacco, sandalwood, ginger and clove come forward, while praliné adds a gourmand roundness to that woody, spicy core. The base of patchouli, tolu balm, tonka bean and vanilla settles into an earthy, leathery warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, though only a few people have voted so far. It is a dark, sweet, smoky and clearly masculine perfume. Voce di Sensi Glint and Réminiscence L'Incroyable Patchouli have a close profile.

Sweet Secret

7.6

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Sweet Secret is a unisex fragrance that pairs a citrus and floral start with a sweet, gourmand and smoky texture; it has been discontinued. Its sillage is rated good, and most voters call it strong, though the number of votes is small, so that impression is not firm. It is described as unisex, reading neither clearly masculine nor feminine. The top notes are bergamot and mugwort. In the heart, praliné, pastry, cardamom and cumin bring sweetness and spice together. The base of vanilla, patchouli, oud and frankincense builds a resinous, woody and smoky ground, with animal and earthy tones among the accords. Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Amber Oud and Roja Parfums Sweetie Aoud have a close profile.

Artemus Oud

8.4

Luka Milano

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Luka Milano Artemus Oud is a unisex fragrance that sets saffron, spices, rose and oud against the sweetness of vanilla and praliné. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though with only a few votes behind them the picture is not firm. It reads as neither masculine nor feminine, and its heavy, rich character leaves a clear trail. It opens with saffron and spices, then leather, rose and oud take the heart. In the base the oud softens into vanilla and praliné. The accords are floral, sweet, spicy and woody, which gives a warm, full oud with a sweet edge. Taif Al-Emarat Violet Oud and Zimaya Noor Oud have a close profile.

Woman Cherry

5.8

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Woman Cherry is a fresh, fruity and floral women's fragrance built around mandarin orange, cherry and pear, and it has been discontinued. It opens bright and juicy with mandarin orange, cherry and pear. In the heart, tiaré, cherry blossom and white peony add a soft floral layer that takes the edge off the fruit. The base of praliné and vanilla turns it sweet, leaving a round, warm dry-down. The overall feel is fresh and sweet, with the floral side keeping the fruit balanced and nothing heavy or spicy in the way. Bath & Body Works Carried Away and Jo Milano Game of Spades Win share a close profile.

Vanilla Malagasy

7.6

H&M

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

H&M Vanilla Malagasy is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent with an oriental, lightly spicy character. It opens with plum and peach, a juicy fruity sweetness. Jasmine and praliné form the heart, adding a floral touch and a sugary, nutty warmth. Benzoin and vanilla take over in the base, settling into a creamy vanilla with a hint of spice. Paris Corner Eshal Vanilla and Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa have a close profile.

Monarque

8.0

Armaf · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Armaf Monarque is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance in which spice and vanilla take the lead. It opens with cinnamon, cardamom and bergamot, a spicy and slightly bright start softened by orange blossom. Vanilla and elemi resin carry the heart. In the base, praliné, caramelized almond and tonka bean add sweetness, while gaiac wood and musk give it a woody, powdery, creamy footing. Its sillage is rated good, and most voters find it leaves a strong trail, though the number of votes is small. The sweet, oriental build suits cooler weather and evenings. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Parfums de Marly Althaïr and French Avenue Liquid Brun have a close profile.

Forever Classic Never Boring - Elegant Mandarin & Praline (Body Splash)

8.2

Mexx

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Body Splash

Mexx Forever Classic Never Boring - Elegant Mandarin & Praline (Body Splash) is a fresh, sweet women's scent built around mandarin, peach and praliné. As a body splash, it suits those who want something light and close to the skin. Its longevity is rated weak, though with few votes that reading is not firm. It reads as a feminine fragrance. The top is fruity and fresh, with peach, pear, mandarin orange and blackcurrant. Lotus and violet leaf bring a soft floral touch in the heart. In the base, sandalwood, praliné and musk settle into a powdery, creamy, sweet finish. Mexx Forever Classic Never Boring for Her (Eau de Toilette) and Miraculum Sweet Romance have a close profile.

Wild Cat

7.0

M. Asam · 2014

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

M. Asam Wild Cat is a women's perfume that sets citrus freshness against the sweetness of almond milk, praliné and vanilla, with a clearly gourmand lean; it has been discontinued. Grapefruit and tangerine give it a bright, slightly bitter opening. In the heart, jasmine lays down a floral base, but almond milk and praliné quickly soften and sweeten it. The base of vanilla and sandalwood leaves a woody, powdery and faintly oriental warmth. The fruity and spicy sides stay in the background, while the animal accord adds a touch of depth. Lancôme Aroma Sun and Kenzo 7:15 AM in Bali have a close profile.

Vanilla Wood

6.9

Zara

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Zara Vanilla Wood is a sweet, fruity gourmand for women, and it has been discontinued. Cocoa, vanilla and praliné build the sweet, edible core, while mandarin orange and peach add a bright fruity edge. Spicy and woody accords stay in the background and give it an oriental warmth, and a powdery softness rounds it off. The notes read as one blend rather than separate layers. Il Profvmo Chocolat and Mugler Angel - Le Goût du Parfum have a close profile.

Velvet Rose & Oud Rich Extract

8.3

Jo Malone · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud Rich Extract pairs damask rose with oud, clove and praliné, giving a sweet, spicy unisex scent. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though these ratings rest on only a handful of votes. It reads as dense and can be worn by men and women alike. A floral, sweet body carries a resinous, oriental depth. Damask rose leads, oud lays a darker base beneath it, praliné adds a gourmand softness and clove brings spicy warmth, while maté stays in the background. Powdery and chypre touches keep it balanced. Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud (Cologne Intense) and The Dua Brand Aoud Velrose have a close profile.

Rue du Cirque

7.9

Robert Piguet · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Robert Piguet Rue du Cirque is a fresh women's fragrance led by citrus and green character, with an earthy, faintly sweet depth underneath. The top pairs nutmeg with bergamot, so citrus brightness comes with a spicy warmth. In the heart, lily of the valley, jasmine and geranium add a soft floral note while the green accord comes through. The base of white amber, Haitian vetiver, musk, praliné and patchouli pulls the scent toward earthy and sweet, with the praliné rounding things off without turning heavy. Overall it moves from floral freshness to an earthy warmth. Acqua di Parma Chinotto di Liguria and Sisley Eau de Campagne have a close profile.

Luxe Emerald

8.1

Maison Alhambra · 2025

Floral · Green · Fruity

Maison Alhambra Luxe Emerald is a unisex fragrance with a floral, green and fruity character. It opens with a juicy fruit cluster of blackcurrant, peach, mandarin orange and lychee. In the heart, peony, jasmine and water lily bring a fresh, green floral note that softens the fruit. The base turns sweeter with vanilla and praliné, while oakmoss, ambroxan and musk add a woody, slightly powdery footing. It suits those who like fruity florals with a gently sweet dry-down.

Love and Light

6.0

Jennifer Lopez · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Jennifer Lopez Love and Light is a women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity start with a floral, sweet and powdery body; it has been discontinued. Pomegranate, currant and mandarin orange open with a bright, fruity freshness. In the heart, apricot blossom, rose and jasmine bring the floral side forward, and the sweetness builds gradually. In the base, praliné adds a soft gourmand touch, while patchouli and musk leave a woody, powdery bed. Spicy and synthetic tones sit quietly in the background.