The Perfume Library

Golden Elixir

5.9

Maison Noblesse · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Maison Noblesse Golden Elixir is a unisex fragrance where cinnamon, cardamom and ginger carry citrus and fruit into a warm sweetness. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, so it projects at a moderate level and stays on skin for hours, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women. As a whole the scent feels fresh and sweet. Sicilian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and Brazilian orange build a bright citrus base, while pear, green apple and melon soften it towards fruit. Cinnamon, clove and ginger add a spicy warmth, and vanilla deepens the sweetness. The synthetic accord gives it a glossy, modern feel.

Madjenoen

7.4

Ucca · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ucca Madjenoen is a unisex fragrance that opens fresh with citrus and green notes, then moves into a floral, animalic and resinous woody depth; it has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity as strong and its sillage as good. The dense, heavy build suits evenings better than daytime. It carries no clear gender lean and sits comfortably on both men and women. It opens with yuzu, Sicilian lemon, mandarin orange and Bulgarian lavender, while Taif rose and Borneo oud add a darker shade beneath the freshness. The heart builds a creamy floral garden from frangipani, jasmine, tuberose and champaca, with deer musk and civet adding animalic warmth. In the base, labdanum, oud, oak wood and vetiver take over, settling into a resinous, earthy and leathery finish.

Prima Neve

7.7

Wally

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Wally Prima Neve is a unisex fragrance that sets bright, fruity citrus on a floral, woody and powdery base. It opens with Brazilian orange, Italian mandarin orange, Sicilian lemon and litsea cubeba, a sparkling and fresh citrus cluster. In the heart, Egyptian jasmine and Texas cedar balance floral and woody tones, and the base of amber, Haitian vetiver and white musk softens it into a powdery, lightly sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are only a rough guide. Voters place it mostly in daytime, leisure and office settings, with evening and night out playing a smaller part. Gianfranco Ferré In the Mood for Love and Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine have a close profile.

Vanilla Sicilia (Extrait de Parfum)

6.8

Glowcane

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

Glowcane Vanilla Sicilia Extrait de Parfum is a citrusy gourmand for women that sets the brightness of Sicilian lemon and bergamot against the sweetness of Bourbon vanilla. It opens with bergamot, Sicilian lemon and green notes for a fresh citrus lift, while pink pepper and ginger add a touch of spice. In the heart, cardamom, Damask rose and blackcurrant push the scent toward a fruity, sweet line. White musk and Bourbon vanilla form the base, settling into a soft, gourmand sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted on this. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. Perfumes with a close profile include Nobile 1942 Il Colore del Vento and Nishane Ani X.

Golden Island

7.7

Rito · 2024

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Rito Golden Island is a unisex scent where citrus and fruit rest on a sweet, creamy, woody base. It opens bright and fruity with passion fruit, Sicilian lemon and Calabrian bergamot. In the heart, Atlas cedar, Mediterranean blossoms and Italian myrtle soften that freshness with a woody touch. The base of amber, Bourbon vanilla and sandalwood turns it sweeter and creamier. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small. It reads as suited to both men and women, for anyone wanting a citrus scent that ends up sweet. The Dua Brand Pure Nectar and Xerjoff Erba Pura have a close profile.

Loewe para Hombre

8.6

Loewe · 1974

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Loewe para Hombre is a classic fougère for men, where fresh, green citrus and lavender are balanced by spice and earth. The perfume has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, though the small number of votes means these figures are tentative. It reads as a men's fragrance. The top is bright with Calabrian bergamot, French lavender, Sicilian mandarin orange and Sicilian lemon. The heart turns spicy and green with Bourbon geranium, cardamom and Comorian basil. The base settles into a woody, earthy footing of moss, Indian sandalwood, amber and Haitian vetiver. Ermenegildo Zegna Essenza di Zegna and Azzaro Azzaro pour Homme have a close profile.

Lucepura

4.5

Accendis · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Accendis Lucepura is a unisex scent that sets citrus and fruity freshness on a woody, resinous base. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so take that as a rough guide. It doesn't lean towards either gender and reads as unisex. It opens with Sicilian lemon, watermelon and French lavender, a fresh and lightly sweet start. The heart brings sandalwood, tobacco, French pine and woody notes, and the base holds borage and musk. A synthetic and spicy edge also shows in the accords.

Sensuel Safran

7.5

Galimard · 2019

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Galimard Sensuel Safran is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance led by saffron and rose. It opens with Sicilian lemon and saffron, where the citrus freshness meets the warmth of the spice. The heart of rose, jasmine, iris and Sumatran patchouli forms a floral, slightly powdery body. The base of Bourbon vanilla, amber and sandalwood leaves a sweet, oriental trail, while cedarwood and oakmoss ground it in a woody footing. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a tentative reading. It suits anyone who wants a warm, full scent that sits comfortably on both men and women. Close in profile are El Nabil Musc Red Rose and Birkholz Nights in Noto.

Signature Summer

7.3

Tova Borgnine Beverly Hills · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tova Borgnine Beverly Hills Signature Summer is a women's perfume that moves from the fresh citrus of bergamot, grapefruit and lemon through lavender and jasmine to a base of cedar and sandalwood. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear, leisure and the office, with evening and night out further behind. It opens with pink cyclamen, Italian bergamot, California grapefruit, Sicilian lemon and calla, which read fresh, green and aquatic. Lavender, heliotrope and jasmine bring a soft floral heart, and cedar, sandalwood and musk settle it into a woody, lightly sweet and powdery base. La Rive Donna and Moschino Oh! de Moschino have a close profile.

George Sand

7.7

Nicolas de Barry · 2005

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Nicolas de Barry George Sand is a men's fragrance that sets a bright opening of Sicilian lemon and bergamot against a warm woody-oriental body of rose, patchouli and sandalwood. The top notes of Sicilian lemon and bergamot give a sharp citrus lift. In the heart, rose, patchouli and sandalwood lead, with the floral side balanced by spicy and woody tones. The base of musk, amber and oud settles into a sweet, powdery, resinous warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both ratings rest on few votes. The rich structure suits cooler weather and evening wear best. The Fragrance Kitchen Arabia and Arabian Oud Woody have a close profile.

Fleur de Sel & Vanille

8.4

L'Amande · 2011

Floral · Aquatic · Fruity

L'Amande Fleur de Sel & Vanille opens with Sicilian lemon and fleur de sel and settles into vanilla and amber, a floral, aquatic scent with a sweet base. The top notes of Sicilian lemon, fleur de sel and sea breeze give a fresh, salty start. In the heart, candied fruits, fig and white rose bring a fruity, sweet middle. The base of vanilla, amber and Indonesian patchouli leaves a warm, powdery, slightly smoky and earthy trail. It is classed as a women's perfume. The few voters so far find its longevity very strong. There are no season or occasion votes, so its best use is hard to pin down, though the sweet, woody base should sit comfortably in cooler weather.

Archimede

7.7

Onyrico · 2021

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Onyrico Archimede is a unisex fragrance that moves from a fresh, green start into a spicy, woody and lightly smoky base, with sweetness and earthiness held in balance. Sicilian lemon and pink pepper lead the top, joined by angelica root, pistachio and frankincense, which add a green, resinous depth. At the heart, jasmine and pimento build a spicy, floral core. In the base, vetiver and cedarwood give a woody, earthy footing, while tonka bean and vanilla leave a soft sweetness. Voters don't tie it to one setting: leisure, daily wear, business, evening and nights out are all chosen about equally. Being unisex, it can sit comfortably on either a masculine or a feminine skin.

The Key

8.5

Navitus Parfums · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Navitus Parfums The Key opens with Italian bergamot, Sicilian lemon and grapefruit, a fresh, citrusy unisex scent. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that picture is tentative. Being unisex, it sits comfortably on either men's or women's skin, with a fougère character. The citrus top of bergamot, lemon and grapefruit gives a bright opening, and the aquatic and green accords keep that freshness going. Gin fizz and ginger in the heart add some spice and a fruity sweetness. The base rests on patchouli, vetiver and sandalwood for a woody footing, with Brazilian tonka bean absolute sweetening it slightly.

Riviera Californienne

8.8

Réservation · 2025

Citrus · Sweet · Gourmand

Réservation Riviera Californienne opens with bright bergamot, Sicilian lemon and orange, then settles into the sweet, gourmand warmth of Arabica coffee and tonka bean, in a unisex style. The top is led by citrus, with pink pepper and juniper berry adding a spicy edge. In the heart, jasmine sambac absolute, walnut and Arabica coffee turn it creamy and gourmand. As it dries, vetiver and cypriol give it a woody base while tonka bean softens the sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good by those who voted, though the number of votes is small. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine, with a sweet, spicy character that carries across the board. Xerjoff Naxos and Lattafa Khamrah have a close profile.

Joyann

7.5

Profumi di Pantelleria · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Profumi di Pantelleria Joyann is a fresh, creamy women's fragrance in which citrus and white flowers meet a green, powdery backdrop, suited to spring and summer days and relaxed evenings. The top is white rose, white narcissus, wisteria and Sicilian lemon, the lemon keeping the florals bright. In the heart, vetiver, cedarwood, jasmine and patchouli build a woody frame, and ambergris with white musk softens the base into a creamy, powdery finish. Longevity is rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with evening and leisure the most named occasions. It reads clearly feminine. Calé Fragranze d'Autore Roboris and E. Marinella Malìa have a close profile.

Eat My Pistachio

7.3

Bruno Banani · 2026

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Bruno Banani Eat My Pistachio is a gourmand women's fragrance that pairs pistachio with jasmine sambac, roasted almond and vanilla, leaning sweet, creamy and powdery. Longevity is rated weak and sillage moderate, though the votes are few, so this is a first impression rather than a firm verdict. Made for women, its sweet gourmand build suits cooler days best. It opens with Sicilian lemon and cardamom, a light citrus and spice lift, while roasted almond hints at the sweetness ahead. The heart turns creamy and nutty with jasmine sambac, pistachio, coconut and sesame. In the base, cedarwood gives the sweetness a woody footing, and praliné and vanilla close it softly.

Aruba Gold

7.1

Emper

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Emper Aruba Gold is a fresh citrus scent with a sweet, spicy and powdery gourmand side, made for women. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong; the number of voters is small, but the scores are high on both counts. It is classed as a feminine perfume. The top opens fresh and spicy with Sicilian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and ginger. Towards the heart, amber, cinnamon, pear and green apple bring a fruity sweetness. The base settles on a creamy, woody ground of Bourbon vanilla, white musk and vetiver. It shares a close profile with Emper Zephyr Gold and Xerjoff Erba Gold.

Limão Siciliano

7.7

Phebo

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Phebo Limão Siciliano is a fresh, green unisex citrus scent built around bergamot, Sicilian lemon and rosemary. It opens with bergamot, rosemary and black pepper, so the citrus brightness comes with a spicy, slightly bitter green edge. In the heart, rose and jasmine add a soft floral touch while Sicilian lemon stays at the centre. Musk, benzoin and cedar sweeten the dry-down a little and settle it on a woody base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as weak, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Its light build suits daytime wear and anyone who wants something fresh and simple. Acqua di Parma Chinotto di Liguria and Acca Kappa Green Mandarin have a close profile.

Innamorata

6.4

Angelo Caroli · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Angelo Caroli Innamorata is a fresh, floral women's fragrance whose fruity sweetness is softened by a powdery, creamy base. It opens with orange, Sicilian lemon and grapefruit in a bright citrus wave, with petitgrain nudging it slightly green. At the heart, rose, violet and cyclamen form the floral core, while geranium and lavender add a fresh edge. In the base, tonka bean and musk sweeten the scent and leave a creamy warmth. A synthetic sheen runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few votes back this up, so treat it as a rough guide. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. Jeanne Arthes Amore Mio I Love You and Carbaline Agrumi Mediterranei have a close profile.

Universal Fougere

7.8

Ucca · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ucca Universal Fougere is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy fougère character against a woody, resinous and smoky depth. Bergamot, Sicilian lemon and yuzu give the scent its bright, clean side, while lavender builds the fougère frame. Ylang-ylang, magnolia and Tunisian neroli add a soft floral layer, with green and spicy tones alongside. Underneath, Cambodian and Borneo oud, Indonesian sandalwood, labdanum and French oakmoss lay an earthy, smoky, resinous base. Because the notes are not split into separate stages, the perfume reads as one continuous whole: freshness and dark woodiness are present together. Its profile is close to Angela Flanders Bleu de Chine and Calaj Black Beard.

Une Sieste dans La Bastide Ensoleillée (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Rose et Marius

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Rose et Marius Une Sieste dans La Bastide Ensoleillée Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that leans citrusy, green and floral. Calabrian lemon, Sicilian lemon, Hungarian fennel and holy basil give it a fresh, lightly spicy opening. In the heart, apple, melon, rose and jasmine absolute add fruity freshness and a soft floral touch. Oakmoss, sandalwood and white musk settle it onto a woody, chypre-leaning base. Its sillage is rated moderate, though few votes back that up. The fresh, aquatic character points towards daytime wear. Boadicea the Victorious Pure and Creed Erolfa have a close profile.

Feel Good

5.8

Esprit · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Esprit Feel Good is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance, with a floral heart and an aquatic touch that keep it light and slightly sweet. It opens with Sicilian lemon, pear and apple, a bright, fruity start. In the heart, lily of the valley, jasmine and violet lead, while tagetes stays in the background. The base of musk, cedarwood and amber softens the scent and adds a little sweetness. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so expect it to stay close to the skin. Few people have voted so far, so this is an early impression. It is made for women. Abercrombie & Fitch Away Woman and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Antidoto (reattivo)

7.5

Silvia Monti - Profumi d'Artista · 2014

Citrus · Floral · Green

Bathina - Just Confess, You're Obsessed

5.2

Benefit · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Benefit Bathina - Just Confess, You're Obsessed is a fragrance for women that pairs the bright, fruity freshness of Sicilian lemon and peach with the softness of white blossoms. It opens on Sicilian lemon and peach: the lemon lifts the scent, while the peach adds a soft, juicy fruit note. White blossoms form the heart and bring out the floral side. The base settles on plum, whose sweet, fruity warmth stays with it, while the woody accord provides a light backdrop. The overall impression is fresh, floral and fruity rather than heavy or dense. This fragrance has been discontinued.