The Perfume Library

5 - Floral, Amber, Sensual Musk (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

Rosendo Mateu - Olfactive Expressions · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Rosendo Mateu - Olfactive Expressions 5 - Floral, Amber, Sensual Musk Eau de Parfum is a sweet, floral unisex scent led by lily of the valley, saffron and vanilla. It opens with lily of the valley, spices and saffron, and the heart pairs lily of the valley with carnation. The base settles into strawberry, tonka bean, vanilla, white musk and amber. A gourmand, powdery, creamy sweetness dominates, with spice and a woody warmth behind it. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring further back and summer rarely chosen. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine.

La Capitale

8.2

Xerjoff · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Xerjoff La Capitale is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that leans towards fall and spring, and towards evenings and nights out. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind and summer well back. Night out and evening lead the occasions, while business wear comes last. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though many call it modern and a fair share find it masculine. It opens with caramel, peach and strawberry for a sweet, fruity start, with labdanum adding a resinous depth. The heart turns floral and spicy with rose, ginger and Persian saffron, while amber and leather bring a leathery, oriental edge. It dries down to a creamy, warm gourmand finish of benzoin, oud and Bourbon vanilla.

Her (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Burberry · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Burberry Her Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet fruit blend set on a floral, powdery base, a young and feminine scent. It opens with strawberry, blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and cherry together, while gourmand and creamy accords soften the crowd of fruit. In the heart, jasmine and violet add a floral, powdery note, and amber and musk close it warm and soft. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is thought of mainly for daily wear and leisure, though it also fits the office. Most voters find it feminine and modern. Burberry Her Elixir de Parfum and Victoria's Secret Passionate Kisses have a close profile.

Dubai - Turath

8.5

The Spirit of Dubai · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Turath is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance built around saffron, oud and rose, and it leans towards evenings and cooler weather. It opens with peach, cinnamon and cardamom, pairing fruity sweetness with spice. In the heart, saffron, oud and rose form a floral and woody core. The base of sandalwood, vanilla and amber sweetens as it settles into a resinous, smoky warmth. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with night out and evening the leading occasions. It reads most often as masculine, though it remains unisex. Nabeel Irth and The Dua Brand Heritage have a close profile.

Amethyst

7.5

Lalique · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lalique Amethyst is a fruity floral for women, opening on currant, mulberry and blackberry before settling into a heart of peony and rose. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Daily wear, leisure and work are the occasions named most often, and it gets some votes for evenings and nights out too. Most voters call it feminine, and many also find it modern. It opens with currant, mulberry, strawberry and blackberry, a fresh, sweet fruit accent. The heart of peony, ylang-ylang and rose adds a soft floral side. In the base, Bourbon vanilla, musk and woods sweeten it and leave a woody, powdery finish.

Kaya

8.9

Parfums d'Elmar · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Parfums d'Elmar Kaya is a floral, fruity and sweet unisex scent that suits evenings and nights out, leaning towards fall and spring. It opens with apple, raspberry and strawberry alongside Calabrian bergamot, a bright and slightly tart fruit mix. White blossoms and jasmine sambac soften it in the heart, and the base of amber, vanilla, tonka bean and rum turns it warm, creamy and gourmand, with Indonesian patchouli and woody notes adding a touch of dryness. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters pick fall and spring, then winter, with summer further behind. It reads somewhat more feminine and modern, though a fair share of voters call it masculine. Anfas Ishq and Emil Élise Melting Lust have a close profile.

La Panthère (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Cartier · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Cartier La Panthère Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity opening set over a floral, powdery chypre character, made for women. Apricot, rhubarb, apple, strawberry and dried fruits give the top a sweet but bright fruit tone. Gardenia brings the floral side forward in the heart, and oakmoss with musk ketone settles it onto a woody, lightly powdery base. Most voters find it feminine, and some call it classic. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Fall and spring get the most votes, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though daytime and office wear are also voted. Yves Rocher Magnolia and Parfum d'Empire Eau Suave have a close profile.

Mon Paris (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Yves Saint Laurent · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Mon Paris Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and fruity scent with a clear sweet side, and it reads feminine and modern. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, strawberry and raspberry, which give a fruity brightness. In the heart, Chinese jasmine, peony and jasmine sambac absolute bring the floral side forward, while Indonesian patchouli and white musk in the base soften the scent and sweeten it. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring, with summer and fall close behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it also works for evenings out and the office. Most voters find it feminine.

Cape Heartache

7.1

Imaginary Authors · 2013

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Imaginary Authors Cape Heartache is a green, resinous forest scent led by pine resin, hemlock fir and Douglas fir; it is unisex and leans towards fall and winter. The scent moves as one piece: the cool, woody air of fir and pine resin turns into a damp, earthy impression with the forest accord and mist note. Vanilla leaf and strawberry soften that sharp greenness with a sweet, lightly fruity tone, while a smoky, spicy shadow stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, with winter and spring not far behind. It suits leisure time and evenings, and since masculine and feminine votes sit close together, it doesn't lean to one gender. Filippo Sorcinelli Chiudi Gli Occhi e Poi Vedi and Tom Ford Vert d'Encens have a close profile.

Yum Boujee Marshmallow | 81

8.0

Kayali · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Kayali Yum Boujee Marshmallow | 81 is a sweet, fruity women's scent that leans towards spring and fall, and suits leisure and everyday wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine and modern, and it sits closer to relaxed days and evenings out than to the office. The top opens with Cripps Pink apple and Italian lemon for a light freshness, softened by freesia and nectarine blossom. The heart turns gourmand with orange blossom, coconut, marshmallow and strawberry. In the base, tonka bean, vanilla cream, praliné and musk settle it into a creamy, powdery sweetness. Hekayat Attar GenZee Marshmallow and Paris Corner Marshmallow Blush have a close profile.

Her Elixir de Parfum

7.4

Burberry · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Burberry Her Elixir de Parfum is a sweet, fruity and feminine scent that leans towards daily wear and relaxed days. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, with fall and winter trailing behind. Daily and leisure wear lead, though it also gets votes for nights out and evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters call its character feminine and modern. Blackberry and strawberry open it, with jasmine in the heart. Amber, sandalwood and vanilla sit in the base. The floral and fruity accords soften into a gourmand, powdery, creamy sweetness. Burberry Her (Eau de Parfum) and La Fede White Forest Strawberry have a close profile.

Azzurro

7.6

Roberto Ugolini · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roberto Ugolini Azzurro is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for leisure and everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it sits comfortably at the office; fewer voters choose it for evenings or nights out. It reads between masculine and feminine, with votes split fairly evenly. It opens with strawberry, grapefruit, pink pepper and coconut, a fruity, sweet freshness. The heart of magnolia, Damask rose, davana, champagne and blackcurrant adds a floral, aquatic softness. Musk and amberwood in the base settle it onto a creamy footing.

Venom Incarnat

8.0

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Stéphane Humbert Lucas Venom Incarnat is a unisex gourmand where strawberry, caramel and vanilla sweetness is sharpened by leather and spice. The opening is a dense, sweet fruit stack of woodland strawberry, strawberry, blackberry and caramel. In the heart, amber, cinnamon and raspberry bring spice to the sweetness, with Virginia cedar adding a woody frame. The base of vanilla, tonka bean and patchouli turns creamy and warm, while Russian leather adds a leathery weight. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it leans towards night out and evening wear more than the office. More voters call it feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Nez à Nez Ambre à Sade and The Dua Brand Incarnation of the Venom have a close profile.

Rouge Trafalgar (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Dior · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Dior Rouge Trafalgar Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet unisex scent that pairs citrus with red fruit, with a light floral edge. It opens with cherry, mandarin orange, raspberry and strawberry, a fruity sweetness. Grapefruit and blackcurrant freshen the heart, and patchouli and musk settle it onto a soft base. The overall impression is fresh, fruity and slightly synthetic. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex.

Citrus Riviera

7.2

bdk Parfums · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

bdk Parfums Citrus Riviera is a unisex scent that sets citrus and flowers inside a fresh, green, watery accord. It opens with fig, Italian mandarin orange, Moroccan neroli and Italian lemon. In the heart, Moroccan orange blossom absolute, jasmine and strawberry pull the citrus towards something floral and lightly fruity, while eucalyptus adds a green coolness. The base of patchouli, vetiver, tonka bean absolute and white musk softens it into an earthy, powdery ground. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with office and sport also chosen. The largest share of voters reads it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Biotherm Eau Pure and Jo Malone Fig & Lotus Flower have a close profile.

Bouquet de Hongrie (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

bdk Parfums · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

bdk Parfums Bouquet de Hongrie Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity and floral women's scent that settles into a soft, creamy sweetness. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office more than nights out or evenings. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Half of the voters read it as feminine. It opens with strawberry, pear and blackcurrant, a sweet and juicy fruit start. The heart carries Turkish rose absolute and jasmine sambac, with Lorenox™ alongside them. Musk, cedar and amber in the base soften everything and close it on a creamy sweetness.

Wet Cherry Liquor

7.8

Bohoboco · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Bohoboco Wet Cherry Liquor is a fruity, sweet gourmand that pairs cherry with a warm liqueur note, and it suits nights out and evenings. It opens with cherry and liqueur. In the heart, strawberry, caramel, cherry syrup and Turkish rose build a dense, sugary fruit character, while the synthetic and spicy accords sharpen that sweetness. In the base, vetiver and sandalwood add some dryness, and vanilla and tonka bean soften everything into a smooth, creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen least. Night out, evening and leisure are the favoured occasions. Voters lean towards calling it feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Latte di Cherry and Parfum de Cerise have a close profile.

American Cream (Perfume)

7.4

Lush · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Lush American Cream is a creamy, sweet women's perfume built around vanilla absolute and strawberry. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Voters spread it almost evenly across fall, spring and winter, with summer chosen less often. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and most voters read it as feminine and modern. Siam benzoin backs the vanilla absolute, giving a gourmand, creamy sweetness. Strawberry adds a light fruity note, while lavender and clary sage bring a floral, spicy edge. A powdery, slightly synthetic touch runs through the accords. Rabanne Fame in Love and Burberry Goddess (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Censored Élixir / Hard Candy Élixir

8.8

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2023

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Aaron Terence Hughes Censored Élixir / Hard Candy Élixir is a unisex scent that sets fresh citrus against a sugary, gourmand sweetness; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen most for nights out and evenings. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, and votes for masculine and modern character outweigh the rest. Lavender, mint, mandarin orange, lemon and orange open it on a fresh note. In the heart, honey, tonka bean, vanilla and strawberry sweeten it. The base of sandalwood, patchouli and white musk adds a woody, creamy footing. Aaron Terence Hughes Hard Candy and Kayos have a close profile.

Cocktail Maracuja

7.4

New Notes · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

New Notes Cocktail Maracuja is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that suits spring and summer days and relaxed leisure time. Most voters pick it for spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Votes for feminine and masculine character sit close together, so it reads comfortably either way. The top notes of passion fruit, pear, lemon and strawberry give it a bright fruit opening. Towards the heart, pink pepper, cinnamon and ginger add spice, while jasmine and rose bring a soft floral touch. In the base, vanilla, amber and white musk sweeten it, with patchouli and cedarwood forming an earthy floor.

Indochine

7.7

Xerjoff · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Xerjoff Indochine is a unisex fragrance that pairs a floral, fruity, sweet character with spice and oud; it has been discontinued. It opens with freesia, pink pepper, strawberry and Brazilian orange, a bright mix that is fruity with a light spiciness. In the heart, peony, Bulgarian rose and lily of the valley soften it into a floral shape. The base of Bourbon vanilla, oud and musk leaves a sweet, woody and slightly animal warmth. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, then spring, with summer lagging behind. It is chosen mostly for nights out and evenings. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either.

Chantilly (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Gritti · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Gritti Chantilly Eau de Parfum is a feminine, fresh and fruity gourmand floral that settles into a creamy, powdery sweetness. Longevity and projection are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter trails far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for office and evening. Most voters find it feminine, and some call it modern. Melon, bergamot and strawberry open with a juicy, fresh fruit feel. In the heart, coconut, apple and blackcurrant blossom soften it. Vanilla, powder and musk in the base sweeten the scent and carry it into a creamy powderiness.

Dubai - Bahar (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

The Spirit of Dubai · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Bahar Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that rests its fruity sweetness on a warm, woody base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for daily wear, leisure and the office. Masculine gets the most character votes, followed by modern and feminine. The top opens bright with mandarin orange, bergamot, grapefruit and pineapple. Rose, jasmine and sandalwood form the heart, and vanilla, amber and musk sweeten the dry-down. Nabeel Ocean and Nabeel Golden Beach have a close profile.

20Mars2022

7.9

Rundholz Parfums · 2017

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Rundholz Parfums 20Mars2022 is a dense, spicy and woody unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, with evening and leisure the most common occasions. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. It opens with strawberry, black pepper, cinnamon, pink pepper and saffron for a warm, spicy start. Jasmine and rose sit in the heart. The base leans on castoreum, civet, vanilla and cedarwood, while hay and patchouli pull it toward an earthy, smoky and animal tone, with a resinous accord behind.