The Perfume Library

Revolución

8.0

Carner · 2023

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Carner Revolución is a unisex scent that moves from a fresh, fruity start to a spicy, woody and leathery base. The top holds orange blossom, oxygen and thyme, so it opens fresh and lightly sweet. In the heart, maté, violet leaf and saffron push it toward a spicy, creamy feel. The base of Somalian frankincense, Texas cedar and leather settles into a woody, leathery finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick fall, then winter and spring, while summer trails behind. Leisure, evening and daily wear sit close together, and it reads more masculine than feminine. Costume National I and Majouri Jour 8 have a close profile.

Sacreste

7.8

Laboratorio Olfattivo · 2018

Green · Spicy · Woody

Laboratorio Olfattivo Sacreste is a unisex fragrance that moves from a green, spicy start into a smoky, resinous woodiness, and it suits cooler-season evenings. Cardamom, saffron and elemi resin set a dry, spicy tone at first. In the heart, frankincense and black pepper lead, while cypriol deepens the smoky side. Gaiac wood, Virginia cedar and musk then build a warm, woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. It reads masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. Santa Maria Novella Incenso and Coreterno Hierba Nera have a close profile.

Ruby

8.4

Nebiru Parfvms · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Nebiru Parfvms Ruby is a unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings, with floral and spicy sides resting on a woody, resinous base; it has been discontinued. Ylang-ylang and red frangipani give it a floral warmth, while Ceylonese cinnamon, clove and Persian saffron sharpen that warmth with spice. Bourbon vanilla and rum sweeten it and add a creamy softness, and oud, sandalwood and ambergris build a smoky, woody, resinous depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Character votes favour masculine, though a fair share read it as feminine. Van Cleef & Arpels Bois d'Iris and L'Artisan Parfumeur Passage d'Enfer Extrême have a close profile.

Soir d'Orient

7.4

Sisley · 2015

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Sisley Soir d'Orient is a floral, spicy and woody women's fragrance, with resinous and smoky depth that suits evenings and colder months. It opens with saffron, Persian galbanum and Italian lemon, the lemon brightening the saffron's warmth. In the heart, Turkish rose absolute, Madagascar pepper and Egyptian geranium add a floral, spicy line. The base of Indonesian patchouli, Somalian frankincense and sandalwood grounds it in earthy, smoky tones. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and night out leading. It reads feminine, though some find it masculine. Rose Anonyme and Rêve Ottoman have a close profile.

Black Incense Malaki

8.1

Chopard · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Chopard Black Incense Malaki is a sweet, smoky and resinous men's scent that pairs oud, leather and Somalian frankincense with spices. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Half of the voters read it as masculine, with a good share calling it classic. Chopard Oud Malaki and Givenchy Oud Flamboyant have a close profile. The scent works as a whole in a sweet oriental register. Spices and the resinous, smoky side of Somalian frankincense meet woody oud, while leather adds a leathery edge.

Dark Rebel Rider

7.8

John Varvatos · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

John Varvatos Dark Rebel Rider pairs bitter orange, saffron and patchouli in a leathery, sweet and spicy scent that suits cool-weather evenings, and it reads as a men's fragrance. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring after them. It leans towards evening and night-out wear, with some leisure use too. Longevity and sillage are moderate. It reads masculine and classic. It has been discontinued. It opens sharp and spicy with bitter orange, saffron and citron. In the heart, black violet, osmanthus and labdanum add a softer, powdery and resinous layer. The base of patchouli, Russian leather, cocoa and vanilla dries down sweet, earthy and smoky. Juicy Couture Dirty English and G Parfums Young Hunter have a close profile.

Île Bourbon

8.3

Fabbrica della Musa · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Fabbrica della Musa Île Bourbon is a unisex perfume built for cold weather and evenings out, sweet, gourmand and spicy, leaning towards winter and fall. It opens with Ceylonese cinnamon, Somalian frankincense, dark chocolate and caramel, where the warmth of the cinnamon meets the sweetness of the caramel. Clove, jasmine and Guatemala cardamom carry the spice through the heart. The base settles into chocolate, frankincense and Bourbon vanilla absolute, creamy, lightly smoky and woody. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Votes split between winter and fall, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it sits comfortably on either. Its profile is close to Filippo Sorcinelli Ascetic Vanilla and Nose of Gatsby Triple Vanilla.

Per Fumum: Ambra Luminosa

8.3

Annette Neuffer · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Annette Neuffer Per Fumum: Ambra Luminosa is a sweet, resinous unisex scent, with spice, wood and smoke keeping that sweetness warm and dark. Most voters recommend it for autumn and winter, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Masculine and feminine votes are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either side. It opens spicy, with cardamom, black pepper, bergamot and elemi resin. Towards the heart, tobacco, rose otto and frankincense come forward. In the base, myrrh, tonka bean, Bourbon vanilla and amber weigh in, and the scent sweetens and settles into a resinous warmth. Xerjoff Empiryan and Amouage Opus XIV - Royal Tobacco have a close profile.

London Harrods Exclusive

9.3

Widian · 2024

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Widian London Harrods Exclusive is a unisex scent that moves from a green, fruity start into a spicy, sweet and leathery base, and it leans towards evening and night-time wear. It opens with juniper berry, violet and pink pepper, giving a green and spicy first impression. In the heart, raspberry meets patchouli and Texas cedar, so the fruity sweetness settles onto a woody footing. The base of Somalian frankincense, oud, vanilla and leather pulls the scent towards a warm, leathery, oriental character. Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, then spring, while summer trails far behind. It is chosen most often for nights out and evenings. Most voters read it as masculine, though some find it feminine. Widian London (Extrait de Parfum) and Kinetic Perfumes Sillage have a close profile.

Mortel

8.0

Trudon · 2017

Fresh · Spicy · Woody

Trudon Mortel is a spicy, resinous unisex scent with a smoky, woody character, leaning towards fall and winter days. It opens with the sharp warmth of black pepper and pimento; in the heart, Mystikal® and Somalian frankincense add a resinous depth. In the base, cistus absolute, myrrh and benzoin soften and sweeten it, while the fresh accord lightens the weight. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits leisure time and evenings, and voters read it as more masculine. Arte Profumi Samharam and Lorenzo Villoresi Incensi have a close profile.

Succus

7.5

Liquides Imaginaires · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Liquides Imaginaires Succus is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and the workday; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and only a few choose winter. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and the character votes split evenly between masculine and feminine. The top notes include juniper, cedar leaf, rhubarb and mandarin orange, so it opens herbal and citrusy with a light sweetness. Black pepper and ginger add spice in the heart, and vetiver, Somalian frankincense and Texas cedar give it a woody base. A synthetic touch also runs through the accords.

Maroquin

8.2

Annette Neuffer · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Annette Neuffer Maroquin is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent that opens with saffron, black pepper and bergamot and settles on frankincense, tobacco and leather. The opening carries saffron, black pepper and bergamot, pairing citrus with spice. In the heart, Somalian frankincense, Virginia tobacco and iris come forward; in the base, vanilla, benzoin, sandalwood and leathery notes give it a sweet, smoky and earthy footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure and nights out. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though feminine votes are close behind. Annette Neuffer Per Fumum: Ambra Luminosa and Amouage Interlude Man have a close profile.

Jasmin Angélique

7.4

Atelier Cologne · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Atelier Cologne Jasmin Angélique is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent built around Sicilian lemon, Egyptian jasmine and fig. It opens with Sicilian lemon, Siberian angelica and Sichuan pepper, a bright citrus with a light spicy edge. The heart of fig, Egyptian jasmine and Persian galbanum turns green and floral. Somalian frankincense, Brazilian tonka bean and white amber settle it onto a soft, woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads somewhat more feminine, though plenty of voters find it masculine. It has been discontinued. Berdoues Selva do Brazil and Atelier Cologne Mandarine Glaciale have a close profile.

Le Rivage des Syrtes

7.7

Parfums MDCI · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Parfums MDCI Le Rivage des Syrtes opens with pineapple, Persian galbanum and orange in a fresh, green, fruity burst, then moves into a floral heart of tuberose and orange blossom; it is made for women. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind and winter well back. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions that lead. Close to half of voters call it feminine. The opening pairs the bright fruitiness of pineapple and orange with the sharp green edge of galbanum. In the heart, ylang-ylang, tuberose and orange blossom absolute build a floral body, with Somalian frankincense adding a spicy note. The base of Bourbon vanilla, musk and ambergris sweetens and softens the whole.

Tiger by Her Side

7.9

Sana Jardin · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Sana Jardin Tiger by Her Side is a spicy, sweet and resinous unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings best. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. It opens with coriander seed, cinnamon and bergamot, a spicy start. Indonesian patchouli, Moroccan rose absolute and Siam benzoin then build a floral, earthy heart. The base of vanilla, Somalian frankincense and labdanum leaves a sweet, resinous and slightly smoky warmth.

Shantung

7.2

Etro · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etro Shantung is a unisex scent that pairs citrus and florals in a fresh, green, lightly sweet style. The top notes are Italian mandarin orange, blackcurrant and lychee, giving a fruity, bright opening. In the heart, peony and rose carry the floral side, while Somalian frankincense adds a spicy touch. The base of cashmere, musk and cedarwood softens everything and settles it on a woody ground. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Voters lean feminine on character, though some call it masculine. Altaia By Any Other Name and Sisley Izia have a close profile.

Megalium

7.7

Carner · 2018

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Carner Megalium is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with mandarin orange, Laotian cinnamon and Ceylonese cinnamon leaf, which give it a bright, spicy start. In the heart, Indian white pepper absolute, Indonesian nutmeg and Bulgarian rose come forward; the base of Ethiopian myrrh, Somalian frankincense and styrax carries it into a woody, smoky, sweet resin. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Matière Première Encens Suave and Amouage Opus XIV - Royal Tobacco have a close profile.

Volcano

7.7

Carner · 2018

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Carner Volcano is a floral, spicy and smoky unisex scent in which nutmeg, Bulgarian rose and oud stand out. The top pairs Indonesian nutmeg, Bulgarian rose and Laotian red ginger for a spicy opening. In the heart, Indian cypriol, Somalian frankincense and Indonesian patchouli add an earthy, resinous weight. The base of oud, cistus and benzoin settles into a warm, smoky woodiness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is worn mostly for evenings and nights out. It leans somewhat masculine, though a fair share of voters read it as feminine. By Terry Rose Infernale and Diptyque Oud Palao 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.

Rose Infernale

7.5

By Terry · 2014

Floral · Spicy · Woody

By Terry Rose Infernale is a woody floral that darkens rose with spice, resin and smoke, sold as a women's fragrance. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it can also be worn for leisure. Most voters find it feminine, but a fair share call it masculine. The scent reads as one whole: Turkish damask rose sits at the centre, with the warm spice of Indonesian nutmeg beside it. Haitian vetiver lays a dry, woody base, and Somalian frankincense adds a resinous, smoky depth. The floral side is shadowy rather than sweet, with an oriental feel. Carner Volcano and Givenchy Fantasque have a close profile.

Passage d'Enfer Extrême

8.0

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2020

Floral · Spicy · Woody

L'Artisan Parfumeur Passage d'Enfer Extrême is a smoky, resinous unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter but sits easily in spring too. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall, with spring and winter close behind. It is worn for leisure, evenings and workdays alike. Opinion splits on whether it reads masculine or feminine, with both getting nearly equal votes. The scent is smoky, creamy and woody. Somalian frankincense and sandalwood give it a resinous, smoky depth, which Bourbon vanilla absolute softens and sweetens, while jasmine and lily keep the floral side in the background.

This Is Him! Vibes of Freedom

6.7

Zadig & Voltaire · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Him! Vibes of Freedom is a fresh men's fragrance that sets Italian mandarin orange and French lavender against a spicy, woody backbone of cardamom and cedar. The mandarin and lavender open fresh and green. In the heart, Guatemala cardamom brings spice while Somalian frankincense adds a soft haze. American cedar and Indonesian patchouli settle the base into a woody footing, with the sweet and floral touches staying in the background. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is rarely chosen. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most voted settings. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters find it masculine. Yves Saint Laurent Myslf and Mind Games Gambit have a close profile.

Pine Forest

7.8

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur

Green · Spicy · Woody

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Pine Forest is a green, woody and resinous unisex scent that voters place mostly in fall and winter; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters name leisure and evening wear, with office and daily use also getting a share. It leans masculine in character, though a fair number of voters call it feminine. It opens with balsam fir, black pepper and Templin. In the heart, Peru balsam, coriander, clove and juniper wood build a spicy, resinous body. The base of oakmoss, styrax and labdanum absolute pushes it towards an earthy, smoky finish. The overall feel is of a cool, dry forest.

Cuirelle

7.6

Ramón Monegal · 2010

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Ramón Monegal Cuirelle is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand core against spice, resin and smoke, with a woody, leathery character. Ceylonese cinnamon and beeswax absolute give it a warm, honeyed sweetness, while Bourbon vetiver, Indonesian patchouli and Somalian frankincense ground that sweetness in something dry, resinous and smoky. A powdery softness stays in the background, and the oriental feel runs throughout. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and it is picked most often for nights out and evenings. Votes on its character split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. Laboratorio Olfattivo Alkemi and Berdoues Oud Wa Misk have a close profile.