The Perfume Library

Duchessa

8.5

Gritti · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Gritti Duchessa is a fruity, gourmand women's fragrance that leans towards fall and winter evenings, with spice keeping its sweetness in check. It opens with bitter orange, blood orange zest and black cherry, while marzipan and saffron blossom add a soft, sweet edge. In the heart, clove and cocoa come forward, rounded by jasmine and white blossoms. The base of brown sugar, almond and iris settles into a creamy, sweet finish. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters read it as feminine more than anything, though some call it masculine or modern. Tom Ford Lost Cherry (Eau de Parfum) and Dossier Ambery Cherry have a close profile.

Leder 6 / Fetisch

8.0

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin · 2015

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Leder 6 / Fetisch is a sweet, smoky leather scent, unisex by label, though most voters read it as masculine and place it in autumn and winter evenings. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters point to autumn and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Summer is rarely chosen. It opens with leathery notes and saffron blossom. In the heart, vanilla and milk pull it towards a creamy sweetness, while Japanese styrax and frankincense add a resinous, woody and spicy depth underneath. The leather accord sits over all of it, with smoke staying in the background.

Comme des Garçons 2 Man

7.8

Comme des Garçons · 2004

Fresh · Spicy · Woody

Comme des Garçons 2 Man is built around leather, frankincense and vetiver, a smoky, spicy and woody scent for men. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it leans towards evening, leisure and nights out. About half of voters read it as masculine, and a good number call it classic. Kumquat and curly mint bring a fresh edge, but smoky notes, nutmeg and saffron blossom pull it into spicy warmth. Mahogany wood and frankincense lay a woody, resinous base, and leather and vetiver add an earthy, leathery weight.

Perfume Calligraphy

7.5

Aramis · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Aramis Perfume Calligraphy is a unisex scent that links an opening of lemon and cinnamon to a warm, spicy core of rose absolute, myrrh and oud; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon and cinnamon; saffron blossom, rose absolute and myrrh lead the heart. The base settles into musk, patchouli, amber and oud. Floral and sweet accords sit alongside spicy, woody, resinous, smoky and leathery tones, with an earthy, animalic depth underneath. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and lean towards evening and night out. It reads more masculine to most voters, though a fair number find it feminine.

Tabac Nomade

7.7

Houbigant · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Houbigant Tabac Nomade pairs tobacco, vanilla and leather in a spicy, sweet frame, a masculine scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions. Voters mostly read it as masculine and classic, and it is rarely suggested for summer days. It opens with spices, rose and bergamot, then moves to tonka bean, tobacco and saffron blossom, settling on leather and vanilla. A sweet, gourmand, creamy base carries smoky, leathery and woody shades. Moresque Sandal Granada and Niche 4 All Honey Tobacco have a close profile.

Eau the Audacity

7.5

Penhaligon's · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Penhaligon's Eau the Audacity is a unisex scent that sets black pepper, orange blossom and leather in a sweet, powdery floral frame, and it suits cooler evenings best. It opens with black pepper and elemi leaf giving a spicy edge to orange blossom. The heart of saffron blossom, frankincense and rose absolute brings a floral, resinous softness, and the base settles into ambergris, leather and vanilla, sweet, creamy and slightly smoky. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is worn mostly for evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. Hoermanseder Berlin Nights and Franck Muller Conquistador have a close profile.

New Leather

7.7

New Notes · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

New Notes New Leather is a leathery, smoky and spicy unisex scent built around suede, patchouli and vetiver. It opens with nutmeg, bergamot and pink pepper, which give a lively, spicy start. Iris and cardamom come forward in the heart, while labdanum adds a sweet, animalic warmth. The base of suede, vetiver and patchouli sets a woody, smoky ground, and cinnamon sweetens it. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Many voters read it as masculine or modern, though it works as a unisex wear. Arabiyat Prestige Al Noor and Roja Parfums Parfum de la Nuit 1 have a close profile.

Lucid Dream

8.3

Reinvēnted · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Reinvēnted Lucid Dream is a unisex scent that pairs fruity sweetness with a spicy, woody oriental structure, and suits evenings and nights out in the cooler months. It opens with raspberry and plum for a sweet fruit note, with saffron adding a spicy depth. In the heart, saffron blossom, rose and white blossoms soften that sweetness. The base of patchouli, sandalwood and oud gives it a woody, slightly leathery and creamy footing. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. It reads somewhat more masculine, though many voters call it modern or feminine. Strenesse Oud and Atkinsons Falling in Leaves have a close profile.

Agar Wood

8.1

Dunhill · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Dunhill Agar Wood is a sweet, spicy and woody men's fragrance that leans on the smoky warmth of oud and tobacco; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out, with leisure and business wear also suggested. Voters call it masculine and classic. It opens with ginger, Nepalese sichuan pepper, salt and Italian bergamot, sharp yet fresh. In the heart, blue cypress, violet leaf, saffron blossom and black iris add a powdery, earthy tone. The base of oud, tobacco, suede and mastic absolute settles into a leathery, resinous, smoky warmth. Sticky Fingers and Golden Boy have a close profile.

Clean Reserve Avant Garden - Sweetbriar & Moss

7.5

Clean · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Clean Reserve Avant Garden - Sweetbriar & Moss pairs mandarin orange, lychee and jasmine with a green, woody base of moss and vetiver, giving a fresh, floral women's scent. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear, while winter and evening use stay in the background. It reads mostly feminine, with a modern streak. It has been discontinued. Mandarin orange and lychee open with a sweet freshness, and Sichuan pepper adds a light spice. In the heart, May rose absolute, jasmine, saffron blossom and frankincense bring a soft floral note. Moss, vetiver, cedarwood and amber keep the drydown green and woody.

Crushed Velvet

7.2

A.N Other · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

A.N Other Crushed Velvet is a unisex scent that softens a floral, sweet core with spice, resin and creamy wood, and it suits fall and winter days best. The top opens with cypress, amyris and saffron blossom, giving a dry, lightly spicy woodiness. At the heart, smoked poppy, vanilla orchid and frankincense bring out the sweetness and a powdery creaminess. The base of musk, frankincense resin and sandalwood rests the scent on a soft, resinous footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure, daytime and evening wear. Voters mostly read it as feminine, with modern second. Maison Incens Santal Tislit and Binet-Papillon 2: Ambre Demi-Deuil have a close profile.

Dolceacqua (2020)

6.9

Masque · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Masque Dolceacqua is a fresh floral built around mimosa, white rose and almond blossom, with a sweet, powdery side; it suits women, mostly in spring and summer. It opens fresh and green with sea breeze, ivy, marjoram and lily of the valley. The heart turns softly floral with mimosa, white rose and almond blossom, and the ylang-ylang makes it creamy. The base of musk, oakmoss and Virginia cedar gives it a chypre backbone, while benzoin and saffron blossom add a light, sweet, spicy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the favoured settings. Most voters find it feminine.

Clemenpine

6.8

Pineward · 2023

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Pineward Clemenpine is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of Italian clementine and blood orange against the warmth of sandalwood, leather and fir balsam; it has been discontinued. The citrus and fruity side leads: clementine, blood orange and passion fruit give it a lively, fresh start. Night-blooming jasmine and white lotus add a soft, creamy floral touch, while sandalwood, suede and leather bring a sweet, spicy, woody depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Voters read it as both masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably in between. Xerjoff Louis XV 1722 and Nebiru Parfvms Vaylor have a close profile.

Red Delicious Men

7.1

DKNY · 2006

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

DKNY Red Delicious Men is a fresh, fruity men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer leisure wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with cardamom and cognac, then turns fruity and sweet at the heart with mandarin orange, apple liqueur and bergamot. The base of sandalwood, moss and coffee absolute adds a gourmand, woody footing, with a spicy and slightly synthetic edge. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter far behind. It reads mostly masculine, with a modern side, and suits leisure time and nights out best. Its profile is close to Gisada Ambassador for Men and Kilian Apple Brandy on the Rocks.

Precious Moment (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

The Gate · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

The Gate Precious Moment Eau de Parfum is a gourmand-leaning unisex scent that balances floral and fruity sweetness with spice and wood; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to fall and winter, then spring, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out, though leisure and office wear get votes too. Feminine and masculine votes are almost even, so it sits comfortably on either side. It opens with cardamom and dried fruits. In the heart, tuberose, tobacco flower and saffron blossom build a sweet floral core, while patchouli in the base adds a woody, oriental depth. Kenzo Jungle L'Éléphant and Bond No. 9 Chinatown have a close profile.

Velvet Flora

7.8

Clean · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Clean Velvet Flora is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer, and everyday or office wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter gets the fewest votes. Daily wear, leisure and business split almost evenly, so it isn't tied to one setting. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is sold as unisex. Bergamot opens it with freshness. In the heart, lily, saffron blossom and jasmine form a floral centre. The base of cedar, moss, patchouli and musk leaves a woody, earthy ground. Fresh and floral accords carry the scent, with sweet and spicy touches and a slightly synthetic side.

Free d'Homme

7.9

Costume National · 2022

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Costume National Free d'Homme opens with citrus and moves into a spicy, resinous and smoky character, made for men. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter. Evening is the most named occasion, though daily wear, business and nights out sit close behind. The opening is a bright citrus of key lime and primofiore lemon. At the heart, cypriol and saffron blossom bring a spicy, earthy edge, and frankincense with cistus absolute settles the base into a warm, woody, slightly sweet resin.

Night Garden - Ottoman Rose

7.5

Crabtree & Evelyn · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Crabtree & Evelyn Night Garden - Ottoman Rose is a floral women's fragrance that sets rose among spice, fruit and a sweet oriental base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, though only a few voters have rated them. Nothing is known about preferred seasons or occasions, but the dark, sweet build sits closer to cooler weather. The top opens with rose, blackberry, tangerine, white pepper and nutmeg: a fruity brightness followed quickly by spice. The heart carries Taif rose and ylang-ylang, with clove leaf and saffron blossom keeping the spice going. The base settles into amber, sandalwood, vanilla and leather, which read woody, powdery and leathery. Xerjoff Opera and Franck Muller Aeternitas have a close profile.

Ultimate Patchouli / WF/2020

7.2

A.N Other · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

A.N Other Ultimate Patchouli / WF/2020 is a patchouli-led unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity character with sweet, spicy and creamy tones. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some office use too. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, and a fair share call it classic. It opens with bergamot, saffron blossom and ambrette seed absolute, while Gallic rose, pomegranate and peony give the heart a soft floral-fruity feel. At the base, suede, musk and Indonesian patchouli build a creamy, lightly leathery ground. Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Noir Rose and Christian Louboutin Le Cuir have a close profile.

Encens Lumière

6.7

Kenzo · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Kenzo Encens Lumière is a unisex scent that leans towards leisure and daytime wear, with a floral, sweet character softened by spice and a little smoke. Most voters pick it for leisure and everyday wear, and some also find it suitable for the office. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays noticeable on the skin without filling a room. The number of ratings is small, so treat these as a rough guide. The notes are freesia, frankincense and saffron blossom. Floral and sweet accords come first, while the spicy and smoky side stays in the background, carried by the frankincense. It has an oriental warmth but never turns heavy, staying soft and bright.

Genders

7.2

De Gabor

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

De Gabor Genders is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that opens with mandarin orange, saffron and clove and moves toward vanilla, tonka bean and oud. The top notes bring mandarin orange, saffron, clove and cinnamon, with the spice clear from the first moment and Calabrian bergamot lifting it slightly. In the heart, jasmine, rose and tuberose form a floral layer that tobacco, vanilla and tonka bean sweeten. The base leans on white leather, musk and oud, leaving a powdery, creamy, leathery oriental. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick evenings and nights out, with some wearing it for leisure. It reads as unisex, sitting equally well on men and women. Xerjoff Opera and Franck Muller Aeternitas have a close profile.

Saffron Flower

7.1

Les Sœurs de Noé · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Les Sœurs de Noé Saffron Flower is a fresh, floral and spicy unisex scent that pairs saffron blossom and wild jasmine with vanilla and black leather. It opens with Sichuan pepper and mandarin orange, bringing a light sharpness and brightness. In the heart, saffron blossom and wild jasmine lead, giving a powdery, creamy floral feel. The base softens into the sweetness of vanilla, black leather and the woody warmth of Indian sandalwood. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters most often pick it for leisure and nights out, with evening, daily and business wear close behind. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Dior New Look 1947 and Ulrich Lang Lethe have a close profile.

Marine Oud

7.6

Sãlum · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Sãlum Marine Oud is a unisex fragrance that sets a salty, fresh opening against a dark, woody base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably on men and women alike, leaning neither clearly masculine nor feminine. It opens with sea minerals, mandarin orange, ginger and pink pepper, fresh and lightly spiced. In the heart, cypriol, leather and blond tobacco come forward, with coffee and labdanum adding warmth. The base settles into a woody, creamy ground of oud, frankincense and amber, with ambroxan and ISO-E-Super running through it.

Arizona Orange

7.7

Replay · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Replay Arizona Orange is a unisex scent that leans towards everyday and leisure wear, opening fruity and sweet over a spicy, woody base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate. It is chosen most for daily wear and leisure time, with the office next; night out and evening come well behind. It reads comfortably on both men and women, without leaning to either side. The top notes are ginger, orange and cinnamon, where the fruity freshness of orange meets a spicy warmth. In the heart, sage, frankincense and saffron blossom add a resinous, slightly earthy depth. The base of gaiac wood, patchouli and amber settles into a creamy, woody sweetness.