The Perfume Library

Lavender for Women

7.6

Le Château du Bois · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Le Château du Bois Lavender for Women is a fresh, green lavender scent for women, set on a sweet, powdery base. Italian bergamot, sage and Roman chamomile give it a bright opening. In the heart, Provençal lavender, Egyptian geranium and Indonesian patchouli lead. Siam benzoin, Brazilian tonka bean and vanilla carry it into a creamy, sweet base, while the floral and woody sides balance that softness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. Celine Rimbaud and Le Château du Bois Lavender for Men have a close profile.

J.S Magnetic Power Navy Blue

7.3

Jeanne Arthes · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Jeanne Arthes J.S Magnetic Power Navy Blue is a fresh men's fragrance that carries lemon and water mint into an aromatic heart of rosemary and lavender. It opens on lemon and water mint, then rosemary, cypress, geranium, Provençal lavender and nutmeg give it a green, lightly spicy character. The base of white musk, sandalwood and amber softens the citrus freshness, though a synthetic edge remains in the green accord. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so expect a scent that is noticeable through the day without filling a room. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Its profile is close to Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) and Ferrari Radiant Bergamot.

Sunday Morning

8.4

Alexandria Fragrances · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Sunday Morning is a fresh, lightly sweet unisex scent in which citrus and floral tones lead. Calabrian lemon and litsea cubeba give it a bright citrus lift, while Provençal lavender, hawthorn and orange blossom form the floral core. Musk and ambroxan round it off with a soft, powdery, slightly woody and synthetic finish, with spicy and earthy touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though with few votes these figures are only a rough guide. It reads clean and bright, equally at home on men and women. Perfumes with a close profile include Maison Francis Kurkdjian Petit Matin and The Dua Brand A Dua Sunrise.

Cashmere

6.9

Clean · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clean Cashmere is a fresh, floral women's fragrance where citrus and green notes settle into a powdery, creamy softness; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It opens with lime, bergamot, cedar leaf and Provençal lavender, which give a clean, green lift. In the heart, gaiac wood, heliotrope, mimosa and jasmine add a floral, powdery softness. The base of tonka bean, sandalwood and musk closes it warm, creamy and woody.

Lancetti Monsieur (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Lancetti · 1995

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Lancetti Monsieur Eau de Toilette is a fresh, woody masculine fragrance led by bergamot, thyme and Provençal lavender; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it leaves a balanced trail that stays fairly close to the skin. It reads as a men's fragrance, and its green, spicy fougère character suits those who like the classic style. The top is cool and bright with bergamot, lemon, thyme and mint, while Provençal lavender and Paraguayan petigrain add a green edge. In the heart, clary sage, rosewood and nutmeg soften the opening with some spice. The base settles into a woody, resinous and slightly smoky bed of frankincense, sandalwood, cedarwood and patchouli.

Avalon

6.6

Murdock

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Murdock Avalon is a fresh men's fragrance in which Sicilian bergamot, Tunisian neroli and orange shine, rounded out by lavender and rosemary. It opens on citrus: Sicilian bergamot, Tunisian neroli, orange and Calabrian lemon give it a bright, lightly fruity start. In the heart, Provençal lavender and rosemary bring the fougère character and a faint spicy edge. Musk sits underneath, settling the scent onto a soft, powdery base. There is a floral touch, but the overall impression stays clean and citrus-led. Perfumes with a close profile include Profumi del Forte Colonia del Forte 1265 and Monotheme Scottish Lavender.

Jazzab Parfum Nektar (Extrait)

7.7

soOud · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Extrait de Parfum

soOud Jazzab Parfum Nektar is a sweet, spicy Extrait de Parfum that opens with bergamot, cinnamon leaf and Provençal lavender and settles onto oud and ambergris. The top holds bergamot, cinnamon leaf and Provençal lavender, while myrrh, iris and saffron form the heart. Ambergris, oud and cedarwood sit in the base. Sweet and spicy lead the overall impression, deepened by woody, resinous, earthy and smoky tones. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It is made for men, and its dense oriental character suits cooler weather and evenings. Soo Oud Jazzab Eau Fine and Sospiro Farsa have a close profile.

Provencial Sage

8.0

Ralph Lauren · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ralph Lauren Provencial Sage is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent built around lavender and sage. It opens with a bright citrus lift from neroli, bergamot and green mandarin orange. At the heart, Provençal lavender, Provençal sage, basil and rosemary form a green, spicy fougère line. Vetiver and sandalwood settle underneath, giving it a woody, lightly creamy base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It suits men and women alike who want a clean, airy fragrance. Chanel Platinum Égoïste (Eau de Toilette) and Le Labo Limette 37 have a close profile.

Captain Molyneux (1975) (Eau de Toilette)

8.6

Molyneux · 1975

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Molyneux Captain Molyneux is a fresh, spicy and smoky men's fragrance, a fougère built from green and woody tones. It has been discontinued. Ceylonese cinnamon and Zanzibar clove give it a spicy warmth, while thyme, rosemary and Provençal lavender add an aromatic, green streak. Scots pine and Lebanon cedar bring a resinous woodiness, and Bourbon vetiver with Indian sandalwood settles it on a dry, smoky base. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, though the sample is small, so this view rests on few votes. With its classic fougère character and masculine bearing, it suits everyday wear. Chanel Platinum Égoïste and Police Original have a close profile.

Pure 22

7.5

Porsche Design · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Porsche Design Pure 22 is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens with cardamom, mandarin orange and black pepper, with Provençal lavender and marine notes at its heart and cedarwood in the base. At the start, mandarin orange and cardamom lead, while black pepper adds a spicy edge. In the heart, cypriol, Provençal lavender and marine notes give it an aquatic feel. The base of cistus, cedarwood and patchouli settles into a woody ground, and fruity and sweet tones soften the fresh character. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though few votes back this up. Voters pick it most for leisure, daily wear and business. It is a fragrance made for men. Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Bleue and Mexx Black Man (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Seductive Homme Desire

7.4

Guess · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Guess Seductive Homme Desire is a men's fragrance that sets citrus and fruit freshness against a sweet vanilla and woody base. Pineapple, blackcurrant bud and Spanish orange give it a fresh, fruity start, with elemi resin adding a slight sharpness. In the heart, Provençal lavender, clary sage and coriander seed draw a spicy, aromatic line. Bourbon vanilla, patchouli and labdanum sweeten the base and pull it towards a warm, woody, ambery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated as moderate, though the small number of votes makes that a tentative reading. It reads masculine, and the fresh opening suits everyday wear while the sweet base suits cooler weather. Valentino Born In Roma Yellow Dream and Ralph's Club Parfum have a close profile.

Initial for Tonight

7.8

Aigner · 2023

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Aigner Initial for Tonight is a men's fragrance where pink pepper, toffee and cinnamon lead, moving between fresh and gourmand. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so this is only a rough picture. With its sweet, spicy build, it reads as a masculine scent. It opens with pink pepper, cardamom and juniper berry, fresh and spicy. In the heart, toffee and cinnamon bring sweetness, softened by Provençal lavender. The base of gaiac wood, cistus and tonka bean settles into a woody, creamy finish. Afnan Perfumes 9pm and Otto Kern Gentleman's Code (Black) have a close profile.

Wild

7.1

Aromaflage

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aromaflage Wild is a fresh, citrusy and green woody scent, unisex and easy to wear through the day. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, fall and spring, while winter trails behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, and it can also work in an office. Thyme, cardamom and lemon grass give it a spicy, herbal liveliness. Provençal lavender and geranium add a floral greenness, while rosewood, cedar leaf, cedarwood and spruce build the woody frame. Patchouli and balsam pull that base towards something resinous and a little darker. Comptoir Sud Pacifique Bois Royal and Le Galion Cologne Nocturne have a close profile.

Joyeux

8.5

Sultan Pasha Attars · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Sultan Pasha Attars Joyeux is a unisex fougère that sets the fresh, green air of lavender and citrus on a resinous, leathery, woody base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though few people have rated it, so those readings are tentative. It sits between masculine and feminine, which is why it wears as unisex. It opens with lavender, mint and bergamot, a bright start, while clary sage and lily of the valley add a soft floral heart. In the base, tonka bean, benzoin, cedar and leather come forward, with vetiver and sandalwood adding dryness. Lacoste Original and Givenchy Xeryus have a close profile.

831 San Lucas

9.0

Michael Malul

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Michael Malul 831 San Lucas is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy character with a sweet, spicy woodiness. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that reading deserves some caution. It sits on the masculine side, and its overall rating is high. Bergamot, cardamom and apple give it a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, geranium, iris and Provençal lavender bring out an aquatic feel. The base of tonka bean, sandalwood and cedarwood sweetens it and settles it onto a woody footing. Axe Africa / Kilo and Armaf Aura have a close profile.

Selection - Modern Dandy

7.1

Pino Silvestre · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pino Silvestre Selection - Modern Dandy is a fresh, citrusy and green fougère for men, with a clean, herbal character. It opens with lime, cardamom and violet absolute, while rosemary, thyme and Provençal lavender in the heart give it a green, aromatic line. Patchouli, cistus absolute and fir balsam absolute settle it onto a woody, resinous base, with sweet and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small. Its fresh, citrusy build suits daytime wear for anyone who wants a calm, clean scent. Ferrari Pure Lavender and Loewe Solo Esencial have a close profile.

Cuir Velvet

7.0

Zara Home · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Zara Home Cuir Velvet is a unisex scent that sets the sharp freshness of lemon, ginger and cayenne pepper on a woody base of geranium, patchouli and sandalwood. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said about those; it is worn by both women and men rather than leaning to one side. It opens with lemon, ginger and cayenne pepper, giving a fresh, citrusy and lightly spicy start. In the heart, geranium, Provençal lavender and elemi resin come forward; at the base, patchouli, marine notes and Australian sandalwood settle it into a woody, sweetish and leathery ground. Fruity and synthetic tones also run through the profile. Dior Sauvage (Eau de Toilette) and Zara Vibrant Leather have a close profile.

Man in Red (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Ferrari · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ferrari Man in Red Eau de Toilette opens with cardamom, bergamot and red apple, a fresh, fruity men's scent that has been discontinued. It starts fresh and citrusy, with cardamom and bergamot meeting red apple. In the heart, orange blossom, Provençal lavender and yellow plum add a soft, floral and fruity touch. Tonka bean sweetens the base, while cedar and labdanum give it a woody floor. A synthetic edge also shows among its accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. Its fresh, sweet build sits close to everyday wear. Otto Kern Signature Man and Montblanc Legend Intense have a close profile.

Verbena & Lavender de Provence

7.4

Crabtree & Evelyn · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Crabtree & Evelyn Verbena & Lavender de Provence is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built around green lavender, lemon and grapefruit, and it has been discontinued. It opens with green lavender, lemon and grapefruit, a sharp, bright start. In the heart, vervain, jasmine and Provençal lavender carry that freshness in a green, floral direction. As it dries, white amber, tonka bean and cedarwood settle it onto a sweet, woody base, with spicy and earthy shades staying in the background. The green, fresh, citrus-led character places it in a line that doesn't lean toward either men or women. Nishane Hacivat and Gissah Mavro have a close profile.

Lavande d'Hiver

8.1

L'Essentiel de Lavande · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Essentiel de Lavande Lavande d'Hiver is a fresh, powdery unisex scent built from Provençal lavender, musk and vanilla. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. The vote count is small, so treat this as a general impression rather than a firm verdict. It is made for both men and women. As a whole it reads as a fresh, green, floral lavender. Musk softens it and vanilla adds a light sweetness. A fougère structure, spicy and woody touches and a powdery feel stay in the background. Caron Les Plus Belles Lavandes and Jardin de France Cologne 1920: Lavande Exquise have a close profile.

Patchouli Sichuan

8.2

La Closerie des Parfums · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

La Closerie des Parfums Patchouli Sichuan is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent, with floral and earthy sides resting on a woody base. It opens with the fresh citrus of orange and lemon, sharpened by Sichuan pepper. The heart of geranium, Provençal lavender and violet leaf adds a floral, lightly aromatic layer. In the base, patchouli carries the earthy, woody character, while vanilla, tonka bean and benzoin sweeten it and give a resinous warmth, softened by musk. Spice and sweetness stay in balance, and the patchouli remains present throughout.

Howl

8.1

Jardins d'Écrivains · 2018

Floral · Green · Sweet

Jardins d'Écrivains Howl is a unisex scent where the green freshness of lavender meets the warm sweetness of tonka and cinnamon, leaning floral and spicy. The top notes are Provençal lavender and thyme, giving a green, herbal start. In the heart, tonka bean, geranium and cinnamon come forward and the scent turns gourmand and creamy. Musk, patchouli and amber settle it onto a soft, woody base. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. The number of votes is small, so that reading is tentative. Its unisex character makes it easy to wear day to day. Perfumes with a close profile include J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Bachanal and Birkholz Vanilla Vibes.

27 Février 1950

7.1

Pozzo di Borgo · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Pozzo di Borgo 27 Février 1950 is a fresh, green men's fragrance in which citrus and spice sit on a chypre base. Voters place it mostly in sport, leisure, daily and business settings. It reads masculine and works as a light, airy companion through the day. It opens with myrtle, bergamot, Corsican rosemary and mint, sharpened by Corsican citron and lemon leaf. In the heart, Provençal lavender and neroli lead, while boxwood leaf keeps the green tone going. The base settles into patchouli, oakmoss and green tea, with Corsican fig leaf carrying the greenery. Astier de Villatte Eau Fugace and Goutal Eau de Monsieur (2013) have a close profile.

Absinthe Lavender

7.5

Jacques Bogart · 2026

Floral · Green · Sweet

Jacques Bogart Absinthe Lavender is a green, spicy fougère for men, built around cardamom, absinth and lavender. The top opens with cardamom, bergamot and elemi resin, while absinth, lavender and Provençal lavender take over the heart. Patchouli, tonka bean and incense in the base soften it into a woody, slightly sweet finish. The overall feel is green and floral, with a spicy thread running through. Longevity is rated good, and most voters find it strong, though the number of votes is small. It reads as a masculine fougère. Ferrari Pure Lavender and Roberto Cavalli Uomo La Notte have a close profile.