The Perfume Library

Erba Pura

7.4

Xerjoff · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Xerjoff Erba Pura is a citrusy, sweet unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and nights out come up most often. Votes for feminine, masculine and modern sit close together, so it doesn't lean on one gender. Maison Alhambra Pura and Xerjoff Erba Gold have a close profile. It opens with Sicilian lemon, Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot, a fresh citrus burst. Fruity notes in the heart add sweetness, and amber, white musk and Bourbon vanilla settle the base into a soft, creamy footing. Floral and synthetic tones stay in the background.

Afternoon Swim

8.6

Louis Vuitton · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent with a soft fruity-sweet touch, and it leans clearly towards warm weather. Mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and bergamot set the citrus character, ginger adds a faint bite to that brightness, and ambergris keeps the watery feel going. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages, with the sweetness staying in the background beneath the citrus. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring, and it suits leisure and daily wear best, with sport and work also getting votes. Most voters read it as masculine or modern. The Dua Brand Gone Swimming and Monkoku Midnight Splash have a close profile.

Météore

7.8

Louis Vuitton · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Louis Vuitton Météore is a fresh, citrusy and spicy men's fragrance built around Sicilian mandarin orange, Calabrian bergamot and Sichuan pepper. It reads as a single sweep rather than a layered one: Sicilian orange and mandarin give a bright citrus face, while black pepper, pink pepper and cardamom sharpen it with dry warmth. Tunisian neroli softens the picture, and Java vetiver and nutmeg leave a faintly earthy depth behind. The aquatic and synthetic accents add a clean, cool edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. It reads masculine and modern. Dior Sauvage (Eau de Toilette) and Bvlgari Aqva Amara (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Pink Sugar (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Pink Sugar · 2003

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Pink Sugar Eau de Toilette is a sweet, fruity and powdery feminine scent whose creamy gourmand character suits relaxed daily wear, especially in autumn and winter. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, while summer gets the smallest share. It is mostly worn for leisure and daytime, then for evenings and nights out, and rarely for the office. Voters call it feminine and modern. It opens with Sicilian orange, bergamot, fig leaf and raspberry, giving a bright fruity sweetness. In the heart, red fruits, lily of the valley, liquorice blossom and sugar powder soften that sweetness and make it powdery. The base of caramel, tonka bean, musk, sandalwood and vanilla dries down creamy and warm.

Paris - Deauville

7.9

Chanel · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Paris - Riviera

7.7

Chanel · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Chanel Paris - Riviera is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent in which neroli and Sicilian orange are softened by white blossoms. The scent reads as one piece: neroli and Sicilian orange give a bright, slightly green freshness, and white blossoms add a floral softness. Sandalwood and musk set a powdery, creamy, mildly sweet base underneath. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it sits closest to daily wear, leisure and the office. It draws the most votes as feminine, though it is unisex. M. Asam Sicilian Orange and Jeanne en Provence Iris & Néroli have a close profile.

Kaaf / كاف

7.9

Ahmed Al Maghribi · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ahmed Al Maghribi Kaaf / كاف is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with red fruits, Sicilian orange, lavender and watermelon, and the citrus and aquatic accords keep it cool. Jasmine and lily of the valley add a soft floral touch in the heart, while white musk, ambroxan and sandalwood settle the sweetness onto a woody base. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and sport are the leading occasions. Although unisex, most voters read it as masculine and modern.

Telea

7.8

Tiziana Terenzi · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Tiziana Terenzi Telea is a fresh, floral and fruity unisex scent, softened by a sweet side, that leans towards spring and summer days. Telea opens with Italian pear, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian orange, joined by Bulgarian rose and hawthorn for a bright, fruity start. In the heart, ylang-ylang, Italian jasmine and Peruvian heliotrope bring a floral softness, with patchouli and ambergris adding depth behind them. The base of musk, Cambodian oud, Tuscan oak and Tahitian vetiver settles into a woody, creamy foundation. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and it suits leisure time and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Voters read it as feminine more often than not, though it is worn as a unisex scent too. Otto Kern Never Hide for Her and Rasasi Sotoor - Seen have a close profile.

Arancia La Spugnatura

7.9

Acqua di Parma · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Acqua di Parma Arancia La Spugnatura is a unisex scent that sets the fresh, sweet citrus of lemon, Sicilian orange and mandarin orange over bitter almond, black pepper and cedarwood; it has been discontinued. The three citrus notes lead together and read fruity, sweet and bright. Towards the heart, bitter almond and black pepper pull it in a spicier direction, and in the base musk and cedarwood leave it on a soft, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either. Davidoff Adventure (Eau de Toilette) and Comptoir Cologne Bois de Cèdre / Cedar Wood have a close profile.

Essence de Blanc

7.9

French Avenue

Fresh · Citrus · Green

French Avenue Essence de Blanc is a unisex scent that pairs bright citrus with a green, woody backdrop and a touch of spice. The top is Calabrian bergamot, citron and Sicilian orange, a sparkling citrus opening. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and Nigerian ginger add spice while Tunisian neroli softens it. The base of gaiac wood, ambroxan, Chinese black tea and frankincense settles into a fresh, woody, slightly creamy dry-down. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is unisex. Riiffs Celesto Turquoise and Bujairami Hectic have a close profile.

Gumìn

8.2

Tiziana Terenzi · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiziana Terenzi Gumìn is a unisex fragrance that pairs a bright opening of pineapple, mandarin and bergamot with a floral heart of jasmine, violet and rose. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer; daily wear and leisure lead, with business and night out also getting votes. On character, masculine leads while feminine is not far behind. It opens fresh, citrusy and fruity, with pineapple and Sicilian orange adding sweetness. In the heart, jasmine, violet and rose bring a soft floral touch, while amber adds warmth. The base of birch, sandalwood, white oud and musk settles into a woody foundation. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif and Regency Cosmetics Sassique have a close profile.

Afternoon Splash

8.4

Alexandria Fragrances · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Alexandria Fragrances Afternoon Splash is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent that suits light, warm-weather wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer, with spring second, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and sport. Voters read it as more masculine, though it works as unisex. Mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and bergamot carry the citrus side, while sea salt balances that fruity sweetness with an aquatic freshness. The notes don't unfold in stages; the scent keeps one bright, clean line from start to finish.

Lince

7.8

Tiziana Terenzi · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Tiziana Terenzi Lince is a unisex scent that wraps a floral, fruity and sweet character in a powdery, creamy base. It opens fresh with grapefruit, Sicilian bergamot and green tea, while star anise and absinth add a spicy edge. The heart is led by fig, jasmine absolute and Bulgarian rose, with iris and orange blossom softening the florals into something powdery. In the base, vanilla, heliotrope and Indian sandalwood dry down into a creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer chosen least. It suits evenings, nights out and leisure time best, and most voters read it as feminine. Jean Paul Gaultier Classique (Eau de Toilette) and Beverly Hills Polo Club Elegance have a close profile.

Hortus

7.7

Giardino Benessere · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giardino Benessere Hortus is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days and suits easy everyday wear. Hortus has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, and the occasions named most often are daily wear, leisure and business. Voters read it as more masculine than feminine, though it works as a unisex scent. It opens with Italian lemon, Sicilian orange and Italian lavender for a fresh, citrusy lift, while Indian cardamom adds a light spicy touch. The heart brings floral notes forward through ylang-ylang, peach blossom and Asian lotus. In the base, sandalwood, oak and oak moss settle the scent into a woody, green finish. Voyage d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) and Chanel Eau de Cologne have a close profile.

Exultat

7.6

Maria Candida Gentile · 2009

Floral · Green · Sweet

Maria Candida Gentile Exultat is a unisex scent where violet and wood meet on a green, powdery base, with a resinous, slightly smoky edge. It opens with Sicilian orange, Brazilian bitter orange and Brazilian lime alongside Somalian frankincense, so bright citrus is softened by a resinous note. In the heart, violet leaf and violet take over, bringing the green and powdery character. The base of Haitian vetiver, Texas cedar and precious woods sets a woody, faintly smoky ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer chosen less often. It suits settings from daily wear to evenings, and votes are split on whether it reads feminine or masculine.

Invigorating

7.6

Boadicea the Victorious · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Boadicea the Victorious Invigorating is a fresh, gourmand-leaning unisex scent that links citrus and floral brightness to the sweetness of dark chocolate and liquorice. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is picked mainly for evening, nights out and leisure. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it sits comfortably between the two. It opens with Sicilian orange, bergamot and yuzu, bright and citrusy. Rose and jasmine add a soft floral heart. In the base, dark chocolate, amber and liquorice sweeten it and bring a resinous, slightly woody warmth. Al Haramain L'Aventure Blanche and Gritti Arancia Ambrata have a close profile.

Vento di Fiori

7.5

Bois 1920 · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bois 1920 Vento di Fiori pairs the fresh citrus of Sicilian mandarin orange and Sicilian orange with the resinous, earthy warmth of patchouli, frankincense and amber, making a floral chypre. It opens bright and fresh with the two Sicilian citrus notes. In the heart, pink pepper, rosewood and coriander add a spicy, green and woody turn. The base rests on Indonesian patchouli, frankincense and amber, which give it a lightly smoky, earthy ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean towards spring and fall, though summer and winter are not far behind, and they place it in leisure, daily and business wear. Released as a women's perfume, it reads as both masculine and feminine to voters. Place des Lices Encens de Nuit and Roja Parfums Goodman's have a close profile.

Acqua Neroli

7.1

Clean · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clean Acqua Neroli is a fresh, citrusy and floral unisex scent built around bergamot, orange and neroli. It opens bright with bergamot, Sicilian orange and Brazilian mandarin orange. The heart of orange blossom, jasmine and neroli forms the floral core, while green and aquatic touches keep it light. Musk, ambrette and amber leave a soft, creamy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads somewhat more feminine, though plenty of voters find it masculine. Clean Golden Citrus and Louis Vuitton Sun Song have a close profile.

Hanbury

7.4

Maria Candida Gentile · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maria Candida Gentile Hanbury is a unisex floral built on fresh, green citrus, softened by honey and acacia into something sweet and powdery. The opening is Sicilian lime, Brazilian bitter orange and Sicilian orange. At the heart, acacia, calycanthus and honey sweeten the citrus. The base of oakmoss and benzoin dries down with a spicy, powdery trace. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work come up most often. Though it is unisex, most voters read it as feminine. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Flora Nymphea and Mancera Lemon Line have a close profile.

Imperium / Mykonos x RRQ - Empire

8.6

Mykonos · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Mykonos Imperium / Mykonos x RRQ - Empire is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that pairs fruity sweetness with an aquatic feel. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters place it mostly in leisure, sport and daily wear, with business and evening use close behind, and they rate its value for money highly. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and lime for a bright citrus start, sweetened by tropical fruits. In the heart, coconut water and Sicilian orange keep things cool, while jasmine and ginger add a light floral and spicy touch. The base of white musk, tonka bean and patchouli settles into a soft, creamy finish.

IV Quatre

8.1

North Stag · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

North Stag IV Quatre is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with an aquatic, fruity feel and a light sweetness, easy to wear on warm days. Most voters recommend summer and spring; leisure, daily wear and sport lead the occasions, with office wear not far behind. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays noticeable through the day without dominating. Votes for masculine, modern and feminine sit close together, so the scent doesn't lean on one gender. Mandarin orange, Sicilian orange and bergamot form a citrus trio; the fruity, sweet side softens it while an aquatic freshness runs through, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Alexandria Fragrances Afternoon Splash and Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim have a close profile.

Bohemian Spice

7.5

April Aromatics · 2011

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

April Aromatics Bohemian Spice is a unisex fragrance with a spicy, woody and resinous character, sweet and lightly smoky, suited to cold seasons and evenings out. Spices and Sicilian orange shape the first impression, yet the scent sits between a fruity sweetness and an earthy, woody base. Cistus and the Omani and Somalian frankincense add resinous warmth, vanilla and Peru balsam soften it, and Madagascan vetiver with Indian sandalwood give it a dry, smoky depth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening and night out the leading occasions, while summer is the least chosen season. It reads evenly between masculine and feminine. Those after a close profile can look at April Aromatics Precious Woods and Jovoy Psychédélique.

Côte d'Azur

7.8

Oribe · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Oribe Côte d'Azur is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure time and the office. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Around half of voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. The top is bright and fruity, with lemon, Sicilian orange, Calabrian bergamot and blackcurrant. Blue cyclamen, tuberose and white gingerlily add a soft floral heart. In the base, vetiver, sandalwood and amber settle the scent onto a sweet, creamy footing.

Liquid Crystal

7.1

Agonist · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Agonist Liquid Crystal is a unisex scent that ties Sicilian orange, bergamot and absinth to clove and spices on top and cedarwood and vetiver below; it has been discontinued. Citrus and spice lead the opening: Sicilian orange and bergamot give a fresh start, while absinth and clove sharpen it. Frankincense, lavender and patchouli form the heart, and cedarwood, vetiver, labdanum, tonka bean and white amber settle it into a woody, powdery, mildly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer and winter not far behind, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it masculine. Amouage Sunshine Man and Marni Marni have a close profile.