The Perfume Library

Hectic

8.7

Bujairami · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Bujairami Hectic is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built on Calabrian bergamot, citron and Sicilian orange, with a spicy heart and a sweet edge that suits warm weather. Hectic's longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick summer and spring, with winter the least chosen season. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and sport, and also sits comfortably in an office. It opens on citrus, then Ceylonese cinnamon, Nigerian ginger and Tunisian neroli add a spicy warmth. In the base, gaiac wood, ambroxan, Chinese black tea and frankincense soften the aquatic, fruity and sweet lines. Emper Downtown Ocean and Adyan Bleu d'Arabie have a close profile.

Tamima (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Moresque · 2015

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Moresque Tamima Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings best, its sweet, woody character lifted by a fresh opening. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with nights out and evenings leading and leisure and daily wear not far behind. Voters read it as more feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Neroli and Sicilian orange give it a fresh, citrusy start. The heart holds clary sage, eucalyptus and amber, where the spicy, oriental side comes forward. Bourbon vanilla, cashmeran and oud in the base settle it into a creamy, sweet, woody finish.

Pura

7.3

Maison Alhambra

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Maison Alhambra Pura is a fresh, sweet and fruity unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer; it is chosen mainly for leisure and daily wear, with some votes for evening and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably in between. It opens with Sicilian lemon, Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot, which give a sharp, bright freshness. Fruits in the heart bring sweetness. In the base, amber, white musk and Bourbon vanilla settle the scent into something creamy and soft.

Bustling Barcelona

8.0

Viage · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Viage Bustling Barcelona is a fresh unisex scent built on a bright citrus opening of bergamot, grapefruit and Sicilian orange. Ginger and citron join the citrus at the top. In the heart, aquatic notes, rosemary, sage and neroli keep it fresh while pulling it towards floral and spicy ground. The base of amber, black tea, gaiac wood and frankincense settles into a woody, lightly resinous finish. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern, though it wears easily as a unisex scent. Maison Alhambra Immortel / Immortal and Riiffs Celesto Turquoise have a close profile.

Damascus

7.4

Gritti · 2012

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Gritti Damascus opens with cinnamon, neroli and Sicilian orange, then moves into a warm, smoky heart of myrrh, sandalwood and tobacco; this unisex scent has been discontinued. The opening pairs the spice of cinnamon with the citrus of neroli and Sicilian orange, giving a bright, sweet and fruity start. In the heart, Ethiopian myrrh, sandalwood and tobacco take over, and the scent turns resinous, woody and smoky. Indonesian patchouli and amber deepen it into a sweet, oriental base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall and winter, though spring is not far behind, and it is chosen mainly for leisure and evenings. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it sits comfortably on either side. Tauer Perfumes Pentachord Auburn and Mancera Red Tobacco have a close profile.

Game of Spades Fullhouse

8.1

Jo Milano

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jo Milano Game of Spades Fullhouse is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent in which aquatic and fruity tones settle onto a sweet, woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn not far behind. It leans towards daily wear and leisure, and is also chosen for sport and the office; few votes go to night out or evening. It opens with Sicilian lemon, Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot for a bright citrus lift. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and ginger add spicy warmth, softened by Tunisian neroli. The base is gaiac wood, ambroxan, Chinese black tea and frankincense. Bujairami Hectic and Avapari Citrus Ceylon have a close profile.

Fiore di Portofino

7.6

Moresque · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Moresque Fiore di Portofino is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards summer and spring days. It opens bright and green with basil, neroli, Italian lemon and Sicilian orange. The heart softens into geranium leaf, Florentine iris and mimosa, and the base of Haitian vetiver, musk and amber settles it onto a creamy, warm footing. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate. Most pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads somewhat more feminine than masculine to voters, though both camps are represented. Jo Malone Basil & Neroli (Cologne) and Diptyque Citronnelle & Géranium have a close profile.

Sweet Ocean (Perfume Oil)

5.6

Sultan Of Style

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Perfume Oil

Sultan Of Style Sweet Ocean (Perfume Oil) is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that opens on Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian orange and lemon. As an oil it stays close to the skin: longevity is moderate and sillage weak. Voters link it most with daily wear and leisure, with sport and business also fitting, while evening and night out come lower. Bright citrus leads at the top. In the heart, Mediterranean fruits soften it towards a fruity, sweet side. The base of Madagascan ambergris, vanilla and musk lays a smooth, lightly sweet ground beneath the aquatic freshness.

Sport / Sport of Panama

7.8

Panama 1924 · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Panama 1924 Sport / Sport of Panama is a fresh, sporty men's fragrance that pairs bright citrus with lavender and aquatic notes. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters suggest spring and autumn, with business, leisure and evening wear almost evenly split. Most voters find it masculine, and some call it classic. It opens with Provençal lavender, Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot. The heart brings cardamom, Ceylonese cinnamon, heliotrope and aquatic notes, and the spice and powdery floral touch soften the freshness. The base of musk, tonka bean absolute and Mysore sandalwood settles into a sweet, woody finish. Dolce & Gabbana The One Sport (Eau de Toilette) and Zara Teawood have a close profile.

Pure Nectar

7.9

The Dua Brand

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

The Dua Brand Pure Nectar is a unisex scent that pairs the bright citrus of Sicilian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian orange with a sweet, ambery vanilla. It opens on three citrus notes, and the fruity notes in the heart soften that freshness. As it dries, musk, amber and vanilla take over and the citrus turns sweeter and creamier. Spicy and woody tones sit quietly in the background. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as very strong, so it stays on the skin and leaves a clear trail. It reads as neither masculine nor feminine, and suits people who like sweet citrus scents with real presence. Xerjoff Erba Pura and Vaditim Sparkling Wood have a close profile.

Tra i Ciliegi

6.6

L'Erbolario · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Tra i Ciliegi is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, opening on citrus and settling into a powdery, creamy base. The top notes bring Italian mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and bergamot for citrus freshness, while cherry blossom adds a soft floral touch. In the heart, jasmine sambac and eglantine rose lead, wrapped in the creamy woodiness of Indian sandalwood. The base of musk, patchouli and tonka bean dries down powdery and sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and wears quietly. Most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and less towards evenings. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae Cologne Forte and Carner Bo-Bo (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Midnight Splash

8.2

Monkoku · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Monkoku Midnight Splash is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that sets the bright citrus of mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and bergamot over ginger and ambergris. It opens bright and sweet on three citrus notes: mandarin orange and Sicilian orange bring a juicy softness, while bergamot pulls it back towards freshness. Ginger adds a spicy edge in the heart, and ambergris dries the scent down onto a calm, clean base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, and they find it good value for the price. With its fresh, sweet character it sits comfortably on any skin. Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim and Afford Siesta Swim have a close profile.

Malfa Walls

7.4

Obvious · 2024

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Obvious Malfa Walls is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of Sicilian orange and Sicilian mandarin orange against the smoky depth of leather, oud and cade juniper. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though those ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It is not tied to one gender and suits men and women alike. It opens with citrus and thyme, while blackcurrant liqueur adds a rounded sweetness. In the heart, sage and frankincense form a resinous, green transition. The base leaves a leathery, smoky, woody floor of leather, oud and cade juniper, softened by the sweet and spicy accords. Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Desert Oud and Boucheron Oud de Carthage have a close profile.

III Trois

7.7

North Stag · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

North Stag III Trois is a unisex fragrance that opens fresh and citrusy with Calabrian bergamot, citron and Sicilian orange, then warms with cinnamon and ginger. The top notes of bergamot, citron and orange give a bright, fruity start. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and Nigerian ginger add spice, while Tunisian neroli brings a soft floral touch. The base of gaiac wood, ambroxan, Chinese black tea and frankincense leaves it dry and balanced. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. Its fresh character suits everyday wear. Voters rate its value for money well. Bujairami Hectic and Emper Downtown Ocean have a close profile.

Rizz

8.0

Bujairami

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bujairami Rizz is a men's fragrance that pairs the fresh, green side of citrus with a spicy heart. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings should be taken lightly. There are no season or occasion votes to draw on. It opens with mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot in a bright citrus burst. The heart is led by cardamom, neroli, pepper and nutmeg, with pink pepper adding a touch of sweetness to the spice. Java vetiver leaves an earthy base underneath. Sweet and synthetic facets give the fresh composition a modern feel. Its profile is close to Bujairami Astro and The Dua Brand #TheMeteore.

Imaginary

8.6

Montagne Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Montagne Parfums Imaginary is a men's fragrance that opens with a citrus and aquatic freshness and moves toward a spicier, oriental side. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though only a small number of voters have weighed in, so treat that with some caution. With no season or occasion votes, its fresh character points more toward daytime wear. Calabrian bergamot, lemon and Sicilian orange give the opening a bright citrus lift. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and Nigerian ginger add spice while Tunisian neroli brings a soft floral note. The base of gaiac wood, ambroxan and frankincense sets a dry, woody ground, and Chinese black tea softens it slightly.

Gone Swimming

9.1

The Dua Brand

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Dua Brand Gone Swimming is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent where fruity sweetness meets an aquatic coolness. Mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and bergamot form the backbone; citrus leads, while fruity and sweet tones soften it. Ambergris adds a woody, aquatic depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so it lasts on skin and carries around you. The vote count is small, so treat that as a rough guide. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, and Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim and North Stag IV Quatre have a close profile.

Kisspeptin

8.1

Hormone · 2022

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Hormone Kisspeptin is a unisex scent that darkens a bright opening of Sicilian orange and neroli with coffee, oud and vanilla, landing in sweet, smoky territory. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, with most voters scoring both high. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are not conclusive. It suits men and women alike and makes its presence felt. It opens with orange and neroli, bright and fresh. In the heart, amber, coffee and sage add a spicy warmth. Vanilla, oud and cashmeran take over the base, leaving a sweet, woody and slightly smoky finish. Arabian Oud Kalemat and Mancera Aoud Café have a close profile.

Fruit Collection - Orange

6.9

Dolce & Gabbana · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dolce & Gabbana Fruit Collection - Orange is a fresh, citrusy and lightly sweet unisex scent built around Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and never feels heavy. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office are its main settings. It sits comfortably on men and women alike. It opens with bright, fruity citrus from the orange and bergamot. In the heart, basil and orange blossom turn that freshness greener and more floral. Amber, musk and iris soften the base and add a gentle sweetness.

Pink Sugar Luxury Extract

8.2

Aquolina · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Aquolina Pink Sugar Luxury Extract is a feminine gourmand floral that opens with fresh fruit and settles into a powdery, creamy candy sweetness; it has been discontinued. Sicilian orange, bergamot and raspberry give a bright fruity start. Towards the heart, sugar powder, red fruits and liquorice blossom come forward, with lily of the valley softening the sweetness. In the base, caramel, vanilla and tonka bean build a creamy warmth, with musk and sandalwood sitting behind it. Longevity is rated strong and sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, though spring and summer are not far behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear. Pink Sugar Pink Sugar (Eau de Toilette) and Montale Lucky Candy share a close profile.

Temptatio

7.0

V Canto · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

V Canto Temptatio is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral opening with a fruity, sweet body, touched by woody and spicy notes. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, though few voters have rated it, so that picture is tentative. With no gender lean, it can read as masculine or feminine depending on the wearer. Bulgarian rose, Sicilian orange and Italian lemon give it a bright floral and citrus start. In the heart, passion fruit, peach and raspberry bring a fruity sweetness, while cinnamon adds spice. The base of sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla softens everything into a sweet, woody finish. Tiziana Terenzi Kirkè and Montblanc Individuel share a close profile.

Pauline

7.8

Rancé 1795

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rancé 1795 Pauline opens with cotton flower, ylang-ylang and Sicilian orange, a fresh, floral and green scent for women that has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Fresh cotton flower and orange lead at the start, while ylang-ylang adds a soft floral touch. The heart holds Indian patchouli, white Grasse rose and hooded violet. In the base, tonka bean and Siam benzoin sweeten the scent and settle it into a creamy, powdery finish, with Lebanon cedar giving a light woody ground. Nobile 1942 Casta Diva (Eau de Parfum) and Van Cleef & Arpels Santal Blanc have a close profile.

Forte + Forte

6.0

Profumi del Forte · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Profumi del Forte Forte + Forte is a fresh, green and citrusy women's fragrance built around tarragon, petitgrain and lemon; it has been discontinued. The top is tarragon, petitgrain, lemon, Sicilian orange, grapefruit and bergamot, with lavender alongside that bright opening. Clove, jasmine and Florentine iris add a soft floral heart. The base of white musk, patchouli, oakmoss and tonka bean grounds it gently, and a synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters link it to daily wear, leisure and the office. Solinotes Yuzu and Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza share a close profile.

Malatesta

7.4

V Canto · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

V Canto Malatesta is a unisex scent that opens on mandarin and iris and moves into leather, lavender and oud, its floral, sweet side balanced by a woody, leathery base. The top is Calabrian mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and two kinds of iris. In the heart, pink pepper, jasmine and Italian lavender mix with Tuscan leather and Lebanon cedar. The base holds Indian patchouli, musk, oud and vanilla, and the dry-down settles into a powdery, creamy, sweet woodiness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though few people have voted, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads equally well on men and women. Simone Andreoli Criminal Lipstick and Gisada Ambassadora have a close profile.