The Perfume Library

Shirin David - created by the community

5.8

Shirin David · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Shirin David - created by the community is a feminine perfume that pairs a floral, fruity frame with a sweet, gourmand warmth, with a powdery, creamy and modern feel. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, while summer has few takers. Leisure, night out and evening are the most named occasions; half of the voters call its character feminine, and most of the rest find it modern. It opens with cherry, peach, mandarin orange and pink pepper for a fruity brightness, while jasmine and orange blossom support the floral side. The heart holds Rosa centifolia, white musk and white blossoms. In the base, caramel and praliné push the sweetness forward and woody notes balance it. Spirit Spirit of White Vanilla and Kappa White have a close profile.

Roads of Rome

8.0

Birkholz · 2022

Floral · Green · Sweet

Birkholz Roads of Rome is a unisex fragrance that opens with cypress and frankincense and moves into jasmine, rose and tagetes, floral, woody and smoky in character. The top holds aromatic notes, cypress and frankincense; the heart brings jasmine, rose, white blossoms and tagetes. The base settles on cistus, saffron, vetiver and patchouli for a woody, spicy footing, with praliné softening it toward sweet. Green and oriental touches stay in the background beside the flowers. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans toward evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though some call it feminine. Spiritum 3 - Wisdom Universe and Parfums de Marly Godolphin have a close profile.

Explicite

7.6

Ex Nihilo · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ex Nihilo Explicite is a floral, sweet unisex scent with a spicy, woody warmth, and it leans towards fall and winter. It opens with nutmeg and pink pepper for a spicy start. At the heart, praliné, peony and lily of the valley bring a floral, creamy sweetness; in the base, vanilla, sandalwood and amber tie that sweetness to a woody, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest fall and winter, though spring is not far behind. It is picked for leisure, night out and evening wear. Although unisex, most votes read it as feminine. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Elixir and Angel Schlesser Absolute Oriental have a close profile.

Zara Man Gold (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Zara Man Gold Eau de Toilette is a fruity, woody men's fragrance that pairs bright citrus with a sweet, spicy warmth. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure, night out and evening wear. It reads as masculine and modern. Calabrian lemon and calamondin open fresh and citrusy, with tagetes alongside. Moving into the heart, Tolu balm, praliné, black cardamom and cinnamon sweeten the scent and add spice. Rosewood, ebony and patchouli form a woody base. Rabanne Black XS and Rasasi Yazan for Him have a close profile to Zara Man Gold.

501 Praline Réglisse Patchouli

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Bon Parfumeur 501 Praline Réglisse Patchouli is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best. Bergamot and yuzu give a light freshness at the start, while hazelnut sets up the sweetness early. In the heart, liquorice, iris and praliné bring a creamy, spicy confectionery feel. Musk, patchouli and amber close it with a woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring in third place. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, though it also gets votes for business and daytime. Most voters read it as feminine, but it is classed as unisex. Nicolaï Saint Honoré and Pana Dora Moonlight have a close profile.

Eau Gourmande - Crème de Pistache

6.8

Laura Mercier · 2010

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Laura Mercier Eau Gourmande - Crème de Pistache is a sweet, gourmand fragrance that suits autumn and winter days, evenings out and leisure time; it has been discontinued. It opens with white orchid, bergamot and fruit nectar, a light fruity start. In the heart, pistachio, hazelnut, praliné and caramel dominate, while dark chocolate and almond deepen the sweetness. The base settles into cream, vanilla and honey, with patchouli and woody notes staying in the background. It also has a spicy, powdery side. Most voters recommend it for fall and winter, and summer is rarely chosen. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. About half of voters read it as feminine. Mugler La Rose Angel and Aquolina Blue Sugar have a close profile.

Angel Eau Croisière 2020

7.7

Mugler · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Mugler Angel Eau Croisière 2020 is a fresh, floral women's scent with a sweet edge, leaning towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, while winter is the least chosen season. Leisure and daily wear lead, though night outings follow close behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters call it feminine and modern. Fresh, floral and fruity accords dominate, softened by a sweet, creamy gourmand side. Magnolia carries the floral body, praliné and fig milk sweeten it with a creamy feel, and patchouli adds depth from the background. A synthetic sheen runs through it. Mugler Angel Iced Star and Mugler Angel (2019) (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Eclaire Banoffi

7.3

Lattafa · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Lattafa Eclaire Banoffi is a sweet unisex fragrance built around dulce de leche and banana cream, softened by vanilla and cream. Dulce de leche and banana cream lead the top, while vanilla and cream round the heart into something smoother. Praliné, biscuit and musk sit in the base. The accords read fruity, sweet, gourmand and creamy, with a synthetic edge. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it is mostly worn for leisure and daily use. It reads modern and feminine. Lattafa Berry on Top and Zara Cocoa Sunset have a close profile.

Sorbetto Rosso

7.2

Escada · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Escada Sorbetto Rosso is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that suits summer and spring days. Red apple, pear and mandarin orange lead the fruit side, while watermelon and calone add a juicy, aquatic coolness. Tiaré brings a light floral touch, praliné sweetens it slightly, and musk and ambrox settle everything onto a soft base. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend it for summer, then spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some picking it for the office or sport. It reads feminine and modern. Escada Especially Escada and Abercrombie & Fitch Away Woman have a close profile.

Fields at Nightfall

7.6

Zara

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Fields at Nightfall is a sweet floral with a gourmand, creamy core, shaded by powdery woods and aimed at women, with an easy daytime character. Jasmine carries the floral side, while praliné adds a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Amber and sandalwood soften that sweetness, leaving a warm, powdery, woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions it leans towards. Half of the character votes call it feminine. It has a close profile to Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier² (2022) and Burberry Her Elixir de Parfum.

Mira-Baï

7.7

Chopard · 1998

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Chopard Mira-Baï is a fresh floral softened by sweet, gourmand and powdery warmth, made for women and now discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Autumn gets the most votes, though the other seasons follow closely behind. It wears easily for daily use, leisure time and evenings out, and most voters read it as feminine. It opens with freesia, blackcurrant and bergamot, fresh and lightly fruity. In the heart, lily of the valley, rose and peach fill out the floral side with a soft fruit sweetness. The base of praliné, amber and sandalwood settles into a woody, oriental, powdery warmth.

Classic Chromite

6.8

Jaguar · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Jaguar Classic Chromite is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that links the brightness of mandarin orange and green apple to the sweet warmth of cedarwood and tonka bean absolute. It opens with olibanum wood, mandarin orange and green apple, a fresh and fruity start. In the heart, cedarwood and patchouli lay down a woody base. Tonka bean absolute, praliné and ambroxan sweeten and soften the base, while spicy and synthetic tones also show among the accords. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate. They pick fall and spring most often, and it sits more comfortably in leisure, business and daily wear than in the evening or on a night out. Half of the voters call it masculine, and a good share find it modern. Its profile is close to Polo Black and Dior Sauvage Parfum.

La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Toilette

7.4

Lancôme · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Toilette is a floral, powdery women's fragrance that moves from a fresh start into gourmand sweetness. Almond and magnolia come first; the heart holds white blossoms absolute, patchouli absolute and iris pallida. The base of tonka bean, praliné, caramel and vanilla sweetens and softens the whole. Fruity and spicy touches stay behind the gourmand core. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear while also suiting evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. One Avenue Peony and Escada Celebrate N.O.W. have a close profile.

Durra

7.8

The Spirit of Dubai · 2017

Floral · Aquatic · Spicy

The Spirit of Dubai Durra is a unisex scent that sets a floral, aquatic and spicy character over a woody, oriental and leathery base. Its longevity and sillage are rated very strong. Voters lean towards autumn, then spring and winter, and pick it for leisure, nights out and evenings. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it classic or modern. The top is bright with lemon, grapefruit, bergamot and ozonic notes. Honey, jasmine, saffron and oud come through in the heart. Tobacco, amber and leather settle into a sweet, warm base. The Spirit of Dubai Abjar and Nabeel Al Bashiq have a close profile.

Rumz Al Rasasi 9325 pour Elle

7.6

Rasasi · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rasasi Rumz Al Rasasi 9325 pour Elle is a feminine scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with a sweet, powdery and woody character, suiting spring and autumn days. It opens fruity and fresh with peach and citrus notes. The heart turns woody and lightly spicy with cedarwood, gaiac wood, sandalwood, labdanum and patchouli. The base of musk, tonka bean, amber and vanilla sweetens it into a powdery warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and leisure, daily wear and nights out lead the occasions. It reads mostly feminine, though some voters call it masculine. Rasasi Entebaa pour Homme and Etro Magot have a close profile.

Oriental Edition II

7.7

Angel Schlesser · 2009

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Angel Schlesser Oriental Edition II is a floral, sweet oriental that leans towards autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Bergamot, jasmine and rose give the opening a bright floral lift, while saffron, praliné and carnation bring spice and sweetness to the heart. Vanilla, amber and sandalwood weigh most in the base, with patchouli and musk rounding out the warm, woody foundation. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out are the occasions it suits best. It mostly reads as feminine. Birkholz Amber Intense and Guerlain Samsara (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Angelic Elixir

8.7

The Dua Brand · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

The Dua Brand Angelic Elixir is a unisex scent that balances fruity, gourmand sweetness with spice and wood. Cognac and praliné give it a sweet, rounded warmth, while vanilla and tonka bean deepen the gourmand side. Cinnamon adds a spicy glow, and sandalwood and oak settle it onto a woody base. The overall impression is rich, oriental and sweet. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't commit to one side. Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic and Fragrance World Cocktail Intense have a close profile.

Nilang (2011) (Eau de Parfum)

6.1

Lalique · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lalique Nilang is a fresh, sweet women's fragrance that moves from peach, mandarin orange and lotus up top to a vanilla and praliné base. It opens with a fruity brightness from peach, mandarin orange and melon. The heart turns floral and soft with freesia, narcissus and water jasmine, with a little clove for spice. In the base, vanilla, praliné and musk lend a gourmand sweetness, while sandalwood and amber give it a woody, powdery footing. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. The majority find it feminine. Lalique Nilang (1995) (Eau de Toilette) and Chopard Cašmir (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Taste of Kiss

7.1

La Rive

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

La Rive Taste of Kiss is a fruity, sweet and gourmand women's fragrance that leans towards evenings in the cooler months. It opens with bergamot, pear and minneola tangelo, bright and juicy. In the heart, passion fruit, strawberry, black rose and vanilla orchid bring a floral, fruity sweetness. The base turns creamy and gourmand with caramel, praliné, coffee and vanilla, while patchouli and frankincense add a faintly smoky depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Most see it as feminine, with a sizeable share calling it modern. Armaf Signature True and La Rive Touch of Woman have a close profile.

Comme une Evidence L'Eau de Parfum Intense

7.0

Yves Rocher · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Yves Rocher Comme une Evidence L'Eau de Parfum Intense is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and autumn, and suits daily wear and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate; most voters pick spring first, then autumn. Daily, leisure and office wear lead, while evening and night out sit further back. Most voters find it feminine. The scent reads fresh and floral throughout: jasmine and damask rose form the floral core, with a green freshness and a fruity brightness alongside. Praliné adds a light gourmand sweetness, and white woods give a woody base. Zara Sultry Pear and Yves Rocher Quelques Notes d'Amour L'Eau de Toilette have a close profile.

Après

7.4

Ellis Brooklyn · 2021

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Ellis Brooklyn Après is a unisex fragrance that sets a green, sweet character against spice, wood and a smoky, leathery edge. It opens with cardamom, juniper berry and saffron; in the heart, gaiac wood, suede, labdanum, violet, praliné and bourbon whiskey blend together. Cedarwood, patchouli, sandalwood, vanilla and musk form the base, settling the sweetness onto a woody, resinous ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, with spring well behind. It suits evenings and daily wear, and leans somewhat masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. Fragrances with a close profile include J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Leder 6·9 and Boadicea the Victorious Rebellious.

Comme une Evidence Le Parfum

7.7

Yves Rocher · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Yves Rocher Comme une Evidence Le Parfum is a distinctly feminine chypre that sets a fresh, floral start on a sweet, powdery and woody base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters suggest spring, followed by fall and summer; it leans towards evening and nights out but also suits daily and office wear. Most voters find it feminine. It opens with violet leaf, nutmeg and amber, which read fresh and lightly spicy. Rose, jasmine and lily of the valley form a floral heart. In the base, praliné sweetens the scent, while patchouli, oakmoss, musk and woods settle it into a powdery, woody chypre.

1900 L'Heure de Proust

7.6

Les Bains Guerbois · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Les Bains Guerbois 1900 L'Heure de Proust is a unisex fragrance that opens with grapefruit, bergamot and blueberry, with violet and black tea at its heart. The citrusy, fruity top notes give it a fresh start. In the heart, violet, black tea and Tuscan leather lead, a green, floral tone sitting beside a leathery line. At the base, gaiac wood, maté and liquorice build a woody, spicy floor, while vanilla, praliné and amber bring the sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, with business use not far behind. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. LM Parfums Sine Die and Boadicea the Victorious Knight of Love have a close profile.

Angel Étoile des Rêves

8.4

Mugler · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Mugler Angel Étoile des Rêves is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. The notes read as a single whole: praliné and vanilla carry the sweetness, patchouli and musk add an earthy, powdery depth, and bergamot loosens the weight a little. Fruity, creamy and woody accords fill in around the oriental character. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings, nights out and leisure are the most mentioned occasions. Voters mostly find it feminine and modern. Zara Femme (2013) and Initio Mystic Experience have a close profile.