The Perfume Library

Parfum de la Nuit 2

8.5

Roja Parfums · 2015

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Roja Parfums Parfum de la Nuit 2 is a sweet, gourmand and smoky unisex scent built on tonka bean, vanilla, rum and cocoa, and it suits evenings and nights out. It opens with orange, lemon and bergamot, which give a brief lift before cistus appears in the heart. The weight sits in the base: tonka bean, vanilla and rum carry the sweetness, labdanum and tolu balm add a resinous warmth, and gaiac wood, patchouli and vetiver lay down a woody, smoky floor. Spicy and oriental touches run through it. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening or a night out; summer comes well behind. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. It has been discontinued.

Valentino Donna Born In Roma Extradose

7.6

Valentino · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Valentino Donna Born In Roma Extradose is a sweet, gourmand floral for women, best suited to fall and winter evenings. It opens with mandarin orange, blackcurrant and bergamot, which give a bright fruity start. In the heart, jasmine sambac absolute and rum sweeten the floral side, and Bourbon vanilla closes it with a creamy, gourmand warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is most often chosen for nights out and evenings. It reads feminine and modern. Valentino Donna Born In Roma Intense and Mancera Black Vanilla have a close profile.

Daimiris

7.6

Laboratorio Olfattivo · 2009

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Laboratorio Olfattivo Daimiris is a sweet, spicy women's fragrance that opens on cardamom and saffron and settles into iris, suede and rum. The spicy opening of cardamom and saffron gives way to a powdery iris and a leathery suede at the heart, with rum adding a gourmand sweetness. Amber and musk leave a resinous, woody warmth in the base. The overall impression is floral and oriental, with a faint leathery edge. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits evenings and nights out best, though leisure and daily wear also fit. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so while it is labelled a women's perfume, its reach is wider. Mugler Miroir Miroir - Miroir des Majestés and Chris Collins Harlem Nights have a close profile.

Heaven's Reserve

8.1

House of Thêom · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

House of Thêom Heaven's Reserve is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that most voters place in winter and fall evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and the office is the least-picked setting. Votes for feminine and masculine character are almost level, so it doesn't lean clearly to either side. It opens with walnut, cinnamon and plum, fruity and spiced. Rum, tobacco and cognac in the heart warm it up. Tonka bean, Bourbon vanilla and labdanum absolute leave a sweet, creamy, gourmand base.

Otimo

7.3

pernoire · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Pernoire Otimo is a sweet, gourmand and spicy unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine, with a modern feel. It opens with cardamom, rum and quince, then turns sweeter at the heart with tobacco, praliné, patchouli and tonka bean. Vanilla, cedarwood and osmanthus form the base. A fruity, creamy sweetness is warmed by spice and wood. Argos Triumph of Bacchus (Eau de Parfum) and Rabanne 1 Million Elixir have a close profile.

Dalika

8.2

Parfums d'Elmar · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Parfums d'Elmar Dalika is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with peach, caramel and tonka bean, then moves into Haitian vanilla, praliné and almond. The base carries rum, dark chocolate and cocoa sweetness, while Java vetiver and Australian sandalwood add a woody, creamy depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with summer a rare choice. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it wears comfortably on anyone.

Twisted Sin

8.1

Emil Élise · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Emil Élise Twisted Sin is a fruity, spicy unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings, its sweetness carried by gourmand and creamy tones. Tangerine and bergamot give a bright start, while pink pepper and pepper add bite. In the heart, apple, rum and cinnamon build a sweet warmth, and labdanum deepens it. The base of vanilla, musk and cashmere wood softens everything into a creamy, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and works for leisure too. Feminine and masculine votes are nearly even, so it sits comfortably between the two. Bishop Bonne Nuit and Routine Paris Game Song have a close profile.

Alien Liqueur de Parfum - Création 2013

8.4

Mugler · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

L'Insoumis

7.5

Lalique · 2016

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Lalique L'Insoumis is a fresh, green fougère for men, with woody and spicy touches holding it together. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, present without being loud. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads masculine and classic. It opens with basil, rum and bergamot; lavender, black pepper and clary sage sit in the heart. The base of Haitian vetiver, moss, patchouli and Clearwood™ builds an earthy, woody footing, while sweet and synthetic accords soften the green, spicy structure. Tom Ford Beau de Jour (Eau de Parfum) and Guy Laroche Drakkar Intense have a close profile.

Sugar Addict

7.6

Borntostandout · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Borntostandout Sugar Addict is a sweet, gourmand unisex fragrance, dense and creamy like a confection, with touches of spice and smoke. Sugar, vanilla absolute and cocoa absolute lead the scent, while coffee and rum deepen the sweetness and cinnamon adds a spicy warmth. Tonka bean and labdanum absolute build a creamy, faintly smoky base, and cashmere wood gives it a woody frame. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards night-out and evening wear. Votes split between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably between the two. The Dua Brand Blissful Sugar and Initio Side Effect have a close profile.

Fusion Sacrée - obscur / Fusion sacrée - lui

8.0

Majda Bekkali · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Majda Bekkali Fusion Sacrée - obscur / Fusion sacrée - lui is a sweet, spicy and smoky fragrance with a gourmand, resinous heart, aimed at men and best suited to evenings and nights out. It opens with celery, geranium, lavender, citron and rum. Coffee, clove, cardamom and neroli lead the heart, and the base of tolu balm, benzoin, caramel and vanilla sweetens it into a resinous warmth. Sandalwood and cedar give that sweetness a woody footing. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out are the favoured occasions. On character, masculine leads, with feminine close behind.

Sayat Nova (Extrait de Parfum)

7.9

Bortnikoff · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Extrait de Parfum

Bortnikoff Sayat Nova Extrait de Parfum is a unisex gourmand-oriental scent that sets fruity sweetness over a smoky, resinous oud base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, with spring well behind. It leans towards night outs and evenings, and far fewer choose it for the office or daily wear. Voters read it as more masculine, though a fair share see it as feminine. Narcissus and apricot give a fruity sweetness at first. Rum and vanilla then turn it into a warm, gourmand heart. In the base, oakmoss and the Bengal, Laotian and Thai oud add a woody, smoky depth. Bortnikoff Attar Sayat Nova and Atelier des Ors Rouge Sarây have a close profile.

Satin Vanilla

7.4

Birkholz · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Birkholz Satin Vanilla is a sweet, creamy, gourmand unisex scent built around vanilla, caramel and milk, suited to anyone who wants a comfortable everyday fragrance for cooler weather. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring well behind. It is worn mostly for leisure, evenings and nights out, though office wear is not far behind. Although unisex, most voters read it as feminine. The top opens with plum, rum and pepper, a sweet start with a little spice. In the heart, orange blossom, caramel and gardenia add a floral, sugary softness. The base of milk, vanilla and sandalwood settles it into a creamy, powdery, warm finish.

Encounter (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Calvin Klein · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein Encounter Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent whose sweet fruity side is balanced by spice and wood, and it leans towards everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it suits daily, leisure and business settings. Most voters read it as masculine, followed by modern. It has been discontinued. It opens with cardamom, mandarin orange and rum. The heart holds cognac, jasmine, patchouli and pepper, and the base dries down to musk, cedarwood and oud. The fresh, sweet and spicy sides blend together, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Ralph Lauren Polo Black and Lacoste L'Homme Lacoste have a close profile.

Cacao Porcelana

7.2

Atelier Materi · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Atelier Materi Cacao Porcelana is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter, pairing a sweet, gourmand character with powdery florals. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits leisure time and evenings best. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it sits in the middle of the gender line. It opens with white cocoa, rum and immortelle, and the heart brings jasminum auriculatum, davana and blond tobacco. Patchouli, sandalwood and tonka bean make up the base. The floral and spicy sides settle into a creamy, woody sweetness.

Musk Complexity

7.6

New Notes · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

New Notes Musk Complexity is a unisex fragrance that sets fresh citrus against a sweet, spicy and creamy musk base. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, then winter, and it leans towards leisure, night-out and evening wear more than daytime use. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it moves easily between the two. Red fruits, lemon and bergamot open bright, while ginger and rum add a little warmth. Jasmine, cardamom and labdanum lead the heart. In the base, musk, cane sugar, cinnamon and sandalwood settle the scent into something sweet, powdery and woody, with patchouli keeping that warmth in check.

Vicious Cacao

7.8

Maison Tahité · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Maison Tahité Vicious Cacao is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around cocoa absolute, salted caramel and rum. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it sits comfortably in leisure time and evening outings. It reads slightly more feminine than masculine, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. Pink pepper, rum and raspberry open with a light spicy, fruity touch. In the heart, cocoa absolute softens beside narcissus, jasmine and amber; the base of salted caramel, sandalwood, saffron and benzoin leaves a creamy, powdery warmth. Oakmoss adds a faint woody depth to the sweetness.

Rhinoceros (2014)

7.1

Zoologist · 2014

Green · Spicy · Woody

Zoologist Rhinoceros is a green, smoky and leathery unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening, leisure and night out the favoured occasions, while daily and business wear lag behind. Most voters read it as masculine, with a classic bearing as well. It opens with bergamot, sage and lavender over coniferous woods, then pine, oud and tobacco take over in the heart. The base settles into vetiver, leather, smoke and amber. The overall feel is woody, earthy and spicy, with animal and resinous touches. Caron Yatagan and Amouage Epic Man have a close profile.

Artisan Ethnique

8.2

Lattafa Pride · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Lattafa Pride Artisan Ethnique is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that sets the warmth of spice, cocoa and coffee on a creamy vanilla base. It opens with sugar, cinnamon and rum; in the heart caramel, cocoa and coffee lead, while oakmoss adds a faint woody depth beneath the sweetness. The base of labdanum, vanilla, tonka bean and cashmere closes it in a soft, powdery, creamy finish. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters call it more feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. M8 Moods Alloro and OUAI Ibiza have a close profile.

Antique Brown

8.0

Zara · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Antique Brown is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance that sets amber, honey and vanilla beside tobacco and rum. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters suggest fall and winter, and it is picked more often for evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though its modern side stands out too. It carries a fruity, spicy sweetness: apple and bergamot add some freshness while coconut water softens it. Praliné and vanilla give a creamy gourmand side, and honey and amber lay down a warm, oriental base. Parfums d'Elmar Zaya and Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Mâle have a close profile.

After Effect

7.8

French Avenue

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

French Avenue After Effect is a sweet, spicy, gourmand unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings and nights out. The whole composition is warm and dense: cinnamon and saffron bring spiced heat, while rum and tobacco give it a sweet, gourmand body. Sandalwood lays down a woody, creamy base, and hedione softens the heavy mix a little. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evenings or nights out. It reads closer to masculine, though it is unisex. Initio Side Effect and Niche 4 All Vanilla Rum have a close profile.

X for Women

7.8

Clive Christian · 2001

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Clive Christian X for Women is a feminine perfume that carries a fruity opening of peach, bergamot and rhubarb through a floral heart into a sweet, woody base, ending powdery and oriental. It opens bright and fruity with peach, bergamot, rhubarb and mandarin orange. In the heart, tuberose, Egyptian jasmine, rose and narcissus come forward, while orris root adds a powdery softness. The base of vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli dries down sweet and woody, with rum and Kashmiri musk smoothing it out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and night out and evening wear lead among occasions. Voters mostly read it as feminine, with some calling it classic. Azzaro Oh la la and Chanel Allure Sensuelle have a close profile.

Noir d'Orient

7.9

Evody · 2014

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Evody Noir d'Orient is a sweet, spicy oriental that sets a gourmand softness against a resinous, smoky and woody body, suited to evenings and the colder months, for anyone. It opens with bay leaf and frankincense, then moves into a heart of patchouli, clove, cinnamon and amber. The spices and resins build a warm, smoky mood. Sandalwood, rum and tonka bean in the base sweeten and soften it. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. Feminine and masculine votes are almost even, so it reads as truly unisex. Evody Ambre Intense and Profumum Roma Patchouly have a close profile.

Perverso (Extrait de Parfum)

7.0

Baruti · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

Baruti Perverso Extrait de Parfum is a scent for cooler seasons and evening hours: sweet, gourmand and smoky, worn by anyone. Fig, fudge and cocoa carry most of the weight, while rum and roasted nuts push that sweetness towards something warm and rich. Tobacco and styrax add a smoky, resinous depth, and musk and ambergris settle it all onto a soft base. The spicy and woody accords keep the sweetness from turning sugary and give it a darker mood. Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it suits evenings and nights out best. It leans slightly masculine in votes but is worn as a unisex fragrance. Serge Lutens Écrin de fumée and Bruno Perrucci Alias have a close profile.