The Perfume Library

Bois d'Iris

8.1

Van Cleef & Arpels · 2009

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Van Cleef & Arpels Bois d'Iris is a unisex scent that sets a floral, powdery character on a woody, lightly smoky base, and it sits close to everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays near the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters suggest autumn and spring, with winter and summer further behind. Daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions, with evenings also represented. Voters read it as feminine more often than not, though a fair share call it masculine. The top holds salty notes, iris sits at the heart, and ambergris and vetiver anchor the base. The floral, powdery side is softened by a creamy sweetness, while spicy, resinous and smoky tones add depth to the woody ground. Angela Ciampagna Rosarium and Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere have a close profile.

Squid

7.6

Zoologist · 2019

Fresh · Aquatic · Sweet

Zoologist Squid is a salty, inky unisex scent that suits spring through autumn and relaxed, off-duty hours best. Squid opens fresh and aquatic, with frankincense, salicylate and pink pepper on top. The heart holds opoponax, salty notes and drawing ink, with a sweet, resinous and slightly smoky layer over them. The base of benzoin, ambergris and musk softens everything and closes on an animal warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, spring and summer, with winter chosen by fewer. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, while business and sport get few votes. Most voters read it as masculine, though modern and feminine each draw a sizeable share. Mirus Fine Fragrance Driftwood and Fragonard Santal Cardamome have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Bleu Turquoise

7.9

Giorgio Armani · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Bleu Turquoise is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, aquatic feel with floral, spicy and faintly smoky touches. It opens with salty notes, frankincense and black pepper, and the heart gathers Jasminum auriculatum absolute, cypriol and ylang-ylang. In the base, vanilla, moss and sandalwood sweeten the scent and settle it onto a creamy, woody ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear while also fitting nights out and the office. Voters split between masculine and feminine. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Him! and Le Couvent Aqua Mahana have a close profile.

Bvlgari Man Wood Neroli

7.5

Bvlgari · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Man Wood Neroli is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that sets neroli and bergamot on a woody base of white cedarwood. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter is rarely chosen. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters call it masculine. The top notes of neroli, bergamot and salty notes give a bright, slightly green freshness. In the heart, white cedarwood, orange blossom absolute and cypress add a woody, lightly floral balance. Musk, amber and ambroxan soften the base. Dunhill Century and Dior Cologne Royale have a close profile.

Isola Sol

7.4

Roja Parfums · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Isola Sol is a fresh, citrusy and fruity unisex scent that suits summer and spring days. It opens with bergamot, petitgrain, mandarin orange and lemon, softened by peach and apricot. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac, coconut and neroli bring a floral, creamy sweetness. The base of sandalwood, ambroxan and musk leaves a woody, salty trail. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for nights out and the office. In character votes it reads mostly feminine. Byredo Bal d'Afrique and Chanel Gabrielle Chanel have a close profile.

Embruns d'Ylang

7.5

Guerlain · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Guerlain Embruns d'Ylang is a unisex fragrance that moves from a fresh opening of salty notes and bergamot into a floral heart of ylang-ylang and jasmine sambac; it has been discontinued. Salty notes and bergamot open with a fresh, aquatic feel. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac and clove come forward: the flowers read creamy, the clove adds a light spiciness. Vanilla, iris and patchouli sweeten the base and close it with a powdery softness. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick spring, fall and summer, and lean towards leisure and evening wear. Though unisex, most voters find it feminine. L'Erbolario Iris and Pierre Guillaume 15 Ilang Ivohibe have a close profile.

Bad

5.7

Diesel · 2016

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Diesel Bad is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, sweet opening with a spicy, woody body and a synthetic edge. The top holds cardamom, violet leaf, lavender and bergamot, while the heart brings caviar, sage, orris root and salty notes. The base of patchouli, tonka bean, tobacco and ambroxan dries down sweeter and woodier. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters place it in fall and spring, for leisure and daily wear, and most call it masculine and modern. Jil Sander Strictly Night and Escentric Molecules Molecule 02 have a close profile.

Hexensalbe

7.9

Stora Skuggan · 2023

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Stora Skuggan Hexensalbe is a green, earthy unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter, suited to leisure days and evenings out. Vermouth, salty notes and liquorice give a fresh, slightly bitter opening. In the heart, belladonna, tuberose, angelica and rosemary draw a green, spicy line. Patchouli, hemlock fir and lichen settle it onto a woody, resinous and earthy base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, and leisure and evening wear come first. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it sits close to both sides. Anka Kuş Parfüm Absinthe-Minded and WienerBlut Panasch have a close profile.

Latte Pistachio

7.4

New Notes · 2025

Fresh · Green · Sweet

New Notes Latte Pistachio is a unisex scent that moves from a fresh, green opening into a milky, creamy sweetness, and it suits leisure time and everyday wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters point to fall and spring, with winter close behind and summer well back. It is picked most for leisure and daily wear, with evening and business also getting votes. Voters read it as slightly more feminine, though plenty see it as masculine. It opens on lemon, orange and pistachio, with salty notes keeping the sweetness in check. In the heart, coriander and cardamom add spice while milk softens everything into a creamy blend. Amber, sandalwood and musk settle underneath as a warm, woody base.

Valentino Uomo Born In Roma Extradose

7.4

Valentino · 2025

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Valentino Uomo Born In Roma Extradose is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, fruity opening on a sweet, spicy and woody base, and most voters point to fall and spring for it. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters choose fall and spring, with winter not far behind, while summer is the least picked. Leisure, night out and evening wear are voted almost equally, and business use sits further back. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. Mandarin orange, bergamot and spices give a bright, lightly fruity start. The heart brings salty notes and Provençal lavender, and the dry-down settles on vetiver and gaiac wood. The overall feel is fresh and sweet, with a synthetic sheen. Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme Eau Électrique and Afnan Perfumes Turathi (Blue) have a close profile.

Vendetta Donna

7.0

Valentino · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Valentino Vendetta Donna is a feminine scent that most voters place in fall and winter, with evenings and nights out as its main occasions. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters call it feminine and modern; fall and winter lead, spring follows, and summer gets only a small share. It also works for leisure and daily wear, and is suggested less for the office. Yves Saint Laurent Libre Santal Couture and Memo Paris Sherwood have a close profile. The character is floral, fruity and sweet, with synthetic, spicy, woody and creamy accords alongside. It opens with salty notes and blood orange nectar. Colombian tuberose Osmobloom™ leads the heart, and New Caledonian sandalwood sets the base on a woody, creamy footing.

Sel d'Azur (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Yves Rocher · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Yves Rocher Sel d'Azur Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits summer and spring days. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it leaves a light but noticeable trail. Though it reads mostly feminine, a fair share of voters find it masculine. The scent reads as one piece: Italian lemon and grapefruit zest give a bright citrus feel, while salty notes add an aquatic touch. Cedar and vetiver hold it on a green, woody base. The overall impression is clean, cool and slightly synthetic.

Amber Bloom

7.6

Electimuss · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Electimuss Amber Bloom is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, fruity accord, and it suits summer and spring days. Mandarin orange zest, lemon and bergamot zest give a bright opening. In the heart, lily of the valley, passion fruit and raspberry add a floral, fruity sweetness, while salty notes bring an aquatic freshness. In the base, tonka bean, ambergris and musk soften that freshness and close on a warm sweetness. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick summer, then spring; leisure and daily wear lead, and it also works at the office. Its character reads modern, neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Joop! Nightflight and Nikos Sculpture Homme have a close profile.

Eau Océane

6.7

Biotherm · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Biotherm Eau Océane is a fresh, aquatic women's scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for daily wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and the occasions are split almost evenly between daily, leisure, sport and office wear. More voters call it feminine, though a fair number read it as masculine. It opens with watery fruits, lemon and bergamot for a cool citrus feel. The heart brings jasmine sambac and salty notes, giving a sea-breeze freshness. The base of musk, algae, moss, cedar and sand flower ends it on a green, slightly synthetic shoreline tone.

Gaultier Divine Elixir

7.6

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier Divine Elixir is a women's perfume that opens with salty notes, builds a tuberose heart and turns sweet on tonka bean. The fresh, floral and aquatic accords come first: the salty notes carry that freshness, while tuberose gives the heart a full floral body. Tonka bean leaves a sweet, gourmand and creamy softness at the base, with spicy and synthetic tones staying in the background. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn, spring and winter, and it is chosen most for nights out, evenings and leisure time. It reads feminine and modern. Zara Tonka Cream and Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal by Night have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Jasmin Kusamono

7.7

Giorgio Armani · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Jasmin Kusamono is a fresh, floral unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with Nashi pear, pink pepper and salty notes, then moves into orange blossom, lily of the valley and jasmine. Cedarwood, white musk and sandalwood soften the base. The overall impression is fresh, green and lightly sweet, with creamy and woody accords keeping the flowers smooth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasions. Voters read it mostly as feminine, though it is classed as unisex.

Poison Girl Unexpected

7.5

Dior · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior Poison Girl Unexpected is a feminine fragrance with a fresh, sweet character that pairs floral and gourmand tones; it has been discontinued. It opens with bitter orange, Tanzanian ginger and salty notes, a lively, slightly sharp start. In the heart, peony, Damask rose and jasmine sambac bring a soft floral touch. Vanilla, Venezuelan tonka bean and musk settle the base into a creamy, sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters lean towards fall and winter, with spring close behind, and it sees use for leisure, evenings and nights out. Most voters call it feminine. Jimmy Choo I Want Choo and Lancôme La Nuit Trésor L'Eau de Toilette have a close profile.

Pioggia Salata

6.8

Il Profvmo · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Il Profvmo Pioggia Salata is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office named most often. Votes on character split between feminine and masculine. Salty notes and ozonic notes set the main line; musk rose, white oleander and wild flowers add a soft, slightly powdery floral touch. Laurel and palm tree wood bring a green, woody side, while the sweetness stays in the background. Salvatore Ferragamo Oceani di Seta and Urban Scents BER CAVOK have a close profile.

Salado

7.1

Carner · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Carner Salado is a fresh, salty and green unisex scent led by pink pepper, Italian bergamot and cucumber, suited to relaxed days in warm weather. It opens with pink pepper, Italian bergamot and Paraguayan petigrain, giving a citrusy, lightly spicy freshness. In the heart, Morrocan orange blossom and cucumber add a soft, floral and green touch. The base of musk, driftwood and salty notes settles into a woody, slightly creamy and aquatic finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen mostly for leisure, daily wear and the office. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it sits evenly between the two. Acqua di Parma Colonia Pura and Atelier Cologne Bois Blonds have a similar 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.

Fior di Salina

7.4

L'Erbolario · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Fior di Salina is a fresh, green unisex scent built around marine notes, lemon and galbanum. It opens with marine notes, lemon, galbanum and bergamot, giving a citrusy, aquatic freshness. In the heart, jasmine, rose and iris add a soft floral touch, while patchouli and salty notes lend a faintly spicy, mineral edge. White musk and everlasting flower absolute settle the base into something calm and clean. Most voters recommend summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and business the occasions mentioned most. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Votes for feminine and masculine sit close together, so it reads balanced between the two. Kenzo Kenzo pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Guy Delforge Duo Sport Blue have a close profile.

Monoï & Tiaré (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Berdoues · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Berdoues Monoï & Tiaré Eau de Toilette is a sweet, fresh women's scent that leans towards summer and spring, easy to wear for leisure and daily use. Most voters pick summer and spring, while office and night-out wear sit further back. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters mostly call its character feminine, with modern in second place. As a whole, the scent is floral, fruity and creamy. Monoï, tiaré and frangipani form the floral side, coconut milk and vanilla add a creamy sweetness, and benzoin softens it. Fruity and salty notes keep it fresh. Faynt Beach Bliss and Bvlgari Omnia Pink Sapphire have a close profile.

Sikinos (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Korres · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Korres Sikinos Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic and floral unisex scent that opens on freesia, watermelon and bamboo, and suits spring and summer days. Watermelon and bamboo give it a juicy, green freshness, while freesia softens that with a light floral touch. The heart brings mimosa, lotus and salty notes, where the aquatic side becomes clearer. Musk, cedarwood and sandalwood settle it onto a slightly sweet, creamy, woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the settings named most often. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex.

Ça Boum

6.4

Téo Cabanel · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Téo Cabanel Ça Boum is a salty, fresh floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with iodine, salty notes and sea daffodil, which give an aquatic, green freshness. Jasmine and rose absolutes soften the heart into something floral, while immortelle and green vanilla settle the base into a sweet, creamy footing. A synthetic touch also runs through the accords. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though it works as a unisex scent. Acqua dell'Elba Essenza di un'Isola - Acqua and Isabey Avant et Après have a close profile.