The Perfume Library

Wilderness (Eau de Toilette)

5.3

Avon

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Avon Wilderness Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens with grapefruit, Provençal lavender and juniper. The top pairs citrusy grapefruit and juniper with the aromatic touch of lavender. In the heart, precious woods, balsam fir and oakmoss build a woody, chypre-leaning backdrop. The base of patchouli, frankincense, amber and leather turns resinous and leathery. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and never feels heavy. Most voters point to spring, fall and summer, with few choosing winter. It leans towards daily wear, the office and leisure time. Avon Destination Wilderness and Mancera Wind Wood have a close profile.

Prestige Black

6.3

Cuba

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Cuba Prestige Black is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that pairs bergamot and grapefruit with water jasmine, lichen and maté. Citrus and green accords lead: bergamot and grapefruit give a clean, sharp opening, while water jasmine, lichen and maté carry that freshness into a green, lightly spicy middle. Precious woods, musk and amber settle it onto a woody base, with a synthetic edge running through the accords. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It reads as masculine, and its value for money is rated highly. Azzaro Chrome (Eau de Toilette) and Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Classic Collection: Aqua Aromatica - Thé Blanc

7.0

Florascent · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Florascent Classic Collection: Aqua Aromatica - Thé Blanc is a fresh, light women's fragrance that suits leisure time and the working day. Most voters recommend it for leisure, business and daily wear, and fewer pick it for evening or nights out. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin, though the number of votes is small and this is a tentative picture. It opens with vervain and citrus notes, and the heart brings neroli, white tea and osmanthus. Precious woods, gaiac wood and patchouli form a woody base. Fresh, citrus and floral accords lead, with green, fruity and lightly spicy tones in the background. Acqua di Parma Osmanthus and Ferrari Bright Neroli have a close profile.

Rose

6.5

Gisada · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Gisada Rose opens with lime and lemon and moves into rose and jasmine before settling on oud, vanilla and musk, a sweet, floral and oriental unisex scent. The top is lime, lemon and styrax, where the sharp citrus meets a resinous edge. Rose, jasmine and patchouli fill the heart. In the base, oud, musk, vanilla and precious woods turn it sweeter, giving a creamy, spicy, woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the votes are few, so these ratings are tentative. It suits anyone, with the oriental side clearly leading. Ormonde Jayne Kashmir and Memoize Industria have a close profile.

Eau Sensorielle

7.5

Lierac

Fresh · Floral · Green

Lierac Eau Sensorielle is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that sets a green, powdery lightness against a sweet, creamy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate; the votes are few, but they point to a scent that is neither heavy nor loud. Voters place it mostly in daily wear, leisure and the office, and suggest it less for evenings or sport. As a whole it rests on the floral texture of jasmine, osmanthus, camellia and gardenia. Vanilla and amber sweeten those flowers and give them a creamy warmth, while vetiver and precious woods add a woody depth. A fresh, green air hangs over all of it.

Gardénia Tropical

7.5

Paul Emilien · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Paul Emilien Gardénia Tropical is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around gardenia and Egyptian jasmine. Peach, plum and Sicilian lemon open on a fruity brightness, while grass and spices add a green, slightly sharp edge. In the heart gardenia, Egyptian jasmine, orange blossom and Turkish rose take over. The base of Bourbon vanilla, amber and white musk sweetens it and settles into a soft, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated as good, though the number of votes is small. With its floral, sweet profile it can be worn by men and women alike, and its fruity freshness suits warmer weather.

Bohèmes

7.7

Keiko Mecheri · 2015

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Keiko Mecheri Bohèmes is a unisex perfume that pairs bergamot's brightness with rose, davana and aldehydes, settling on precious woods and plum. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, though the small number of votes makes this a tendency rather than a firm verdict. With no season or occasion votes, there is no clear direction on when to wear it; its unisex character suits men and women alike. It opens with a bright citrus lift from bergamot. In the heart, rose, davana and aldehydes form a floral, powdery face. At the base, precious woods and plum pull the scent towards a sweet, fruity and creamy tone, with spicy and gourmand touches staying in the background. Maison Alhambra Exquisite Prive and Nobile 1942 Perdizione have a close profile.

Acqua Bravata

7.0

The Dua Brand · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand Acqua Bravata is a unisex scent that pairs bright citrus with a floral, green heart. It opens with Amalfi lemon and Sicilian bergamot, giving a sparkling citrus start. At the heart, Tunisian rose, white blossoms and Egyptian jasmine take over; fresh and green accords lighten them, while fruity and sweet touches soften the effect. The base of musk and precious woods leaves a creamy, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. Voters lean masculine on character, though a fair share call it feminine. Ferrari Noble Fig and Bond No. 9 West Broadway have a close profile.

Sissinghurst

6.9

Anglia-Perfumery · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Anglia-Perfumery Sissinghurst is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that turns spicy, woody and sweet as it settles; it has been discontinued. Citrus fruits lead at the top, with spices in the heart. The base of precious woods, musk and vanilla softens the scent and adds sweetness. Floral and fruity touches sit alongside the fresh citrus character. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters pick it for daily wear, followed by leisure and business, while evening use comes further back. Chanel Chance (Eau de Parfum) and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Lily of the Valley

7.3

Bronnley

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bronnley Lily of the Valley is a fresh, green floral with a light sweetness, aimed at women. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is positioned as a feminine fragrance. It opens with green notes, and the heart centres on jasmine, freesia and lily. Precious woods and white musk soften the base. Fresh, floral and green accords lead, with sweet and chypre touches in the background. Guerlain Muguet (2016) and L'Erbolario Rosa have a close profile.

Septimontium - Palatinus

7.6

Mauro Lorenzi · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mauro Lorenzi Septimontium - Palatinus is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening of grapefruit, rhubarb and saffron with a floral heart of orange blossom and jasmine sambac. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though only a small number of votes stand behind those ratings, so they are best read as a rough guide. It sits comfortably on either men or women. The top is bright, slightly green and fruity, with saffron adding a spicy edge. The heart turns floral through orange blossom and jasmine sambac. The base of vetiver, gaiac wood, styrax and precious woods settles into a woody, resinous, faintly leathery finish.

Fortitude

7.6

Boadicea the Victorious · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Powdery

Boadicea the Victorious Fortitude is a floral, sweet, powdery and creamy women's fragrance built around lily, gardenia and jasmine. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that picture is tentative. Seasons and occasions have no votes to lean on, so no particular time of year stands out; it is classed as a women's perfume. The top notes are lily, blackcurrant and bergamot, with the bergamot and blackcurrant adding a light freshness to the floral opening. The heart brings gardenia, jasmine and ylang-ylang, turning the scent into a creamy, powdery floral bouquet. Precious woods in the base soften the sweetness and give it a calm foundation. Marc Gebauer Amorist and Illuminum White Gardenia Petals have a close profile.

Amarige Ylang Ylang 2006

7.8

Givenchy · 2006

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Givenchy Amarige Ylang Ylang 2006 is a floral perfume for women, opening with neroli and petitgrain and moving into a heart of mimosa, gardenia and ylang-ylang; it has been discontinued. Neroli and petitgrain give a fresh start, then mimosa, gardenia and ylang-ylang take over. The scent stays floral throughout, softened by fruity and sweet tones with a spicy touch. The base of precious woods, sandalwood and amber settles into a woody, oriental, powdery finish. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. Rich, sweet and powdery, it reads clearly feminine. Perfumes with a close profile include Givenchy Amarige (Eau de Toilette) and Laura Biagiotti Venezia.

11:11

8.4

FreeShape

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

FreeShape 11:11 is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that opens with bergamot, lime and ginger. Artemisia and guava sit alongside them in the top, so a fruity sweetness is balanced by a green, aquatic freshness. In the heart, aquatic notes, mint and cardamom lead, softened by night-blooming jasmine and lemon blossom. The base of orris root, vetiver, amber and musk with precious woods gives it a calm, woody footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters score longevity high, though the number of votes is small. Montblanc Starwalker (Eau de Toilette) and Aramis Aramis Always have a close profile.

Noir

6.9

Intimacy · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Intimacy Noir is a women's perfume where coffee, coconut and blackberry lead, with a sweet, gourmand character running through it. The top notes are coffee, coconut, blackberry and citrus fruits, giving a fresh, fruity start. The heart brings a soft floral touch with jasmine, orange blossom and Turkish rose. In the base, vanilla, caramel and musk sweeten the scent, while precious woods add an oriental depth. Powdery and synthetic accords round out the overall feel. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small. It is made for women, and its sweet, gourmand character suits evenings best. Vera Wang Princess Night and Kappa Intenso have a close profile.

Waterlove Man (Eau de Toilette)

4.9

Mexx · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Waterlove Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, watery men's fragrance that suits relaxed leisure and everyday wear. Citrus, pineapple, melon and apple build a fruity freshness at the top, with bergamot and lime adding a sharper edge. In the heart, lily of the valley, lily and jasmine bring a light floral touch. At the base, peach, vanilla, amber and precious woods sweeten the scent slightly and settle it onto a woody ground. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily and sport wear, and very few for evenings. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and quiet. It has been discontinued. Axe Alaska and Aigner Clear Day for Men have a close profile.

Royal Collection - Taif

6.8

Parfümerie Brückner · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Parfümerie Brückner Royal Collection - Taif is a unisex fragrance built on frankincense, oud and saffron, with a resinous, smoky and woody character. It opens with frankincense, cistus and saffron, then oud, cedarwood and sandalwood form a woody core. Patchouli, precious woods, amber and musk sweeten the base. The spicy and earthy sides stay present, while a floral touch softens the edges. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Its dense, heavy character suits cooler weather and evening wear more comfortably. The oriental profile sits between masculine and feminine. M8 Moods Fumoso and Electimuss Jupiter have a close profile.

No. 2 - Vanille Verte de Sava & Osmanthus de Sichuan

6.4

Lostmarc'h · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Lostmarc'h No. 2 - Vanille Verte de Sava & Osmanthus de Sichuan pairs Bourbon vanilla with Chinese osmanthus in a unisex scent, its sweet floral side softened by a fresh, green feel. It has been discontinued. The scent reads as sweet, powdery and creamy overall. Bourbon vanilla, coumarin and heliotrope carry the softness, while bergamot and aquatic notes add a fresh, green lift. Patchouli and precious woods lay a woody, earthy base beneath, and elemi resin adds a faint spicy edge. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few voters have weighed in, so this is only a rough guide. It suits those who want a soft but not heavy scent that sits comfortably on both men and women. Roos & Roos Mentha Religiosa and Les Néréides Musc Héliodore have a close profile.

Elite II

7.0

Bois 1920 · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Bois 1920 Elite II opens with aquatic notes and lemon before settling into a sweet base of vanilla, amber and precious woods, a floral, gourmand unisex scent. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. The sweet, creamy build sits comfortably on both men and women, giving it a clearly unisex character. The top is light and fresh, with aquatic notes and lemon. In the heart, white blossoms, rose and caramel lead, the floral side softened by the caramel. The base of vanilla, tonka bean, amber and white musk leaves a creamy, fruity sweetness. Elite II shares a close profile with Antonio Croce Sofisticata and Swiss Arabian Crystal Rose.

Elena (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Mazzolari · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Mazzolari Elena Eau de Parfum is a floral, gourmand women's scent that moves from orange blossom and osmanthus through sweet vanilla and amber to a base of musk and vetiver. Elena has moderate longevity and weak sillage, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It is positioned as a women's fragrance and suits those who want a soft, near-skin trail. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing more specific can be said about when to wear it. It opens fresh and floral with orange blossom and osmanthus. In the heart, vanilla and amber turn it creamy and sweet. The base of musk, precious woods and vetiver adds a woody, powdery foundation.

Kalos

7.8

Maison Alhambra

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Alhambra Kalos is a sweet, woody unisex fragrance that opens with black pepper, spices and blood orange. Black pepper and spices meet the fruity brightness of blood orange at the top. Lavender and orange blossom lead the heart, while a base of cashmeran, tonka bean, amber and sandalwood pulls it toward a sweet, smoky, oriental feel. Fougère and synthetic touches run through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so treat these as a rough guide. It is rated well for value. Kalos has been discontinued. Parfums de Marly Kalan and Zimaya Red Carpet Paragon have a close note and accord profile.

Rose Sublime

6.5

Les Senteurs Gourmandes · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Les Senteurs Gourmandes Rose Sublime is a fresh, lightly powdery women's fragrance that sets citrus brightness against a sweet floral rose. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The sample of ratings is small, so treat this as a tendency rather than a firm verdict. Orange and mandarin orange open it brightly. Rose leads the heart, with aquatic notes keeping it fresh and mimosa adding a soft, powdery touch. The base of precious woods, white musk and amber leaves a woody, sweet finish, with a fruity edge running through the accords.

Bel Canto pour Homme (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Galimard · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Galimard Bel Canto pour Homme Eau de Parfum is a fresh, woody men's fragrance that joins the brightness of Calabrian bergamot and lemon to the warmth of vanilla and sandalwood. It opens with a lively citrus lift from bergamot and lemon. In the heart, precious woods, Virginia cedar and rosewood build a woody core, softened by floral and fruity touches and a little spice. The base leaves Bourbon vanilla, dry woods and sandalwood, settling into a sweet, warm woodiness. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. With its fresh, woody build, it suits easy daytime wear and reads masculine. Few people have rated it, so these impressions are tentative. Galimard Bel Canto (Parfum) and The Dua Brand Italian Waters V have a close profile.

Rhizome 07

7.7

Rhizome

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Rhizome 07 is a unisex scent that pairs saffron with tuberose, a floral and sweet composition with spicy, earthy and leathery shading. It opens with saffron, bergamot, rhubarb and red mandarin orange. The heart builds a floral, powdery core from tuberose, patchouli, iris and ylang-ylang. In the base, cocoa, amber, suede and musk add a sweet, leathery warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin yet is still noticeable. Few people have voted, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads equally well on men and women, with a mostly warm character.