The Perfume Library

Van Helsing

7.7

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur · 2025

Spicy · Woody · Animal

Turkish Leather

7.7

Pryn Parfum · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Pryn Parfum Turkish Leather is a sweet, smoky, leathery unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings and nights out. Leather and suede form the core, softened by gourmand sweetness from lokum, caramelized date and cocoa powder. Pimento adds spice, while frankincense and Laotian oud bring a resinous, woody depth. Raki and French cistus round out the smoky, oriental feel. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings or nights out; summer is rarely chosen. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a fair number call it feminine. Prin Anatolia and Atkinsons His Majesty the Oud have a close profile.

Cuir Belga

8.1

Volaré

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Volaré Cuir Belga is a unisex scent that opens with aldehydes and tangerine and settles into a sweet, suede-and-vanilla leather. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though the small number of votes makes that a tentative read. There are no season or occasion votes, so no particular time of year stands out, but it sits comfortably on both men and women. It starts bright and lightly fruity with aldehydes and tangerine. At the heart, patchouli and immortelle lay down a woody, spicy ground. The base of amber, heliotrope, vanilla and suede turns creamy, powdery and sweet around a leather core. Guerlain Cuir Béluga (Eau de Parfum) and Routine Paris Pouvoir Noir have a close profile.

Tobacco Jam 50

8.7

Assaf

Spicy · Resinous

Assaf Tobacco Jam 50 is a spicy, resinous unisex scent that pairs raspberry and tobacco with frankincense. It opens with raspberry and tobacco in front, while frankincense, pink pepper and bergamot add spice and a touch of lift. In the heart, vetiver, rose, papyrus and sandalwood give it a woody turn. The base settles into vanilla sweetness blended with saffron and suede. Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, and most voters score them at the top end. It suits men and women alike and is made for those who want a dense, warm scent. Amouage Purpose 50 and Monkoku Crimson Spell have a close profile.

Michael Sontag FORM

7.6

Verdúu · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Verdúu Michael Sontag FORM is a unisex scent that links an opening of ylang-ylang and cardamom to a leathery, earthy body of suede, cumin and birch tar. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters spread their picks across autumn, winter and spring, with summer trailing. Evening and night out lead the occasions. It leans slightly masculine, though many call it feminine. It has been discontinued. Geranium and bergamot sit beside the ylang-ylang and cardamom up top, sweet and floral. The heart holds cistus, jasmine, styrax and suede, with cumin adding an animal, spicy edge. Cedarwood, oak wood, patchouli, musk and birch tar make the base woody, resinous and leathery.

Techno

8.1

Zernell Gillie · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Zernell Gillie Techno is a unisex scent where leather, suede and saffron meet jasmine and tonka bean, giving a fruity, sweet and spicy character. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It reads as unisex, suited to both men and women. The scent comes across as one whole: red fruits and tonka bean bring the sweetness, while pink pepper and saffron add spice. Leather and suede lay a leathery base beneath that sweetness, and amber, patchouli and sandalwood supply a warm, woody backdrop.

The Majestic Vetiver

7.8

Alexandre.J · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Alexandre.J The Majestic Vetiver is a unisex scent that carries a fresh, green start into a smoky, leathery woodiness. Basil, cardamom and grapefruit give the top a citrusy, spicy lift. Coriander and Liatris spicata sit in the heart. The base of vetiver, oud, suede and labdanum settles the scent on a woody, creamy and slightly smoky ground, with a soft sweetness running between them. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Its green, spicy character doesn't lean masculine or feminine, so it wears as a true unisex. Alexandre.J Perception and DKNY DK Men Unleaded have a close profile.

JV x NJ - John Varvatos x Nick Jonas (crimson)

6.6

John Varvatos · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

John Varvatos JV x NJ - John Varvatos x Nick Jonas is a men's fragrance that opens with Cuban rum, green apple and Calabrian bergamot, with saffron and suede in the heart. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, which makes it an easy scent to wear through the day without crowding anyone. Nothing is known here about season or occasion, but the fresh, spicy build reads masculine. The opening is bright and fruity, with rum, apple and bergamot, while cedar leaf and coffee dry it out a little. The heart brings amber, saffron, suede and lavender together into a sweet, spicy, faintly leathery body. The base of labdanum, patchouli, vetiver and musk leaves a resinous, earthy warmth. Acqua di Sardegna Lò and Khadlaj Icon have a close profile.

Seine Amoureuse

7.1

Jean-Michel Duriez · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Jean-Michel Duriez Seine Amoureuse is a spicy, sweet unisex fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings best. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, while few choose summer. Leisure and evening wear lead, followed by nights out. Voters split evenly between calling it masculine and feminine. Ceylonese cinnamon, cumin and nutmeg give it a warm, spicy character. Spanish cistus and Siam benzoin lay a resinous, sweet base, suede adds a leathery edge and white cedar a woody one. Iris tingitana brings a floral, powdery softness.

Les Merveilles - Tangeri

7.7

Keiko Mecheri · 2012

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Keiko Mecheri Les Merveilles - Tangeri is a floral, spicy woody scent that suits autumn and winter evenings, aimed at men yet worn comfortably by women too. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level. Voters read it as slightly more masculine, though the feminine camp is not small. The scent is built from jasmine, precious woods, suede and citrus notes. A woody, resinous base is softened by a spicy, powdery touch. Suede brings a leathery, earthy warmth, while jasmine carries the floral side. Hiram Green Voyage and Keiko Mecheri Cuir Fauve have a close profile.

I Am Not Going To Disturb You Homme

7.9

Yohji Yamamoto · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Yohji Yamamoto I Am Not Going To Disturb You Homme is a sweet, spicy and smoky fragrance with a leathery, resinous depth, made for men. It opens with artemisia, bergamot and black pepper, a spicy, slightly green start. In the heart, suede and white tobacco add a leathery, smoky tone. The base of myrrh, vanilla, moss and amber settles in: vanilla brings a sweet, creamy softness, while myrrh and amber give a resinous warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Evening is the most chosen occasion, though daily, leisure and business wear get similar votes. Most voters read it as masculine, while some find it feminine.

Novus

7.2

Riggs · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Riggs Novus is a men's fragrance that opens fresh and citrusy before settling onto a sweet, resinous and leathery base. Longevity and projection are both rated good, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes and should be read with caution. The fresh accords keep it easy to wear through the day, while the floral and sweet sides give it a softer character. Coriander, mandarin orange and pink pepper open with a citrusy, lightly spicy brightness. In the heart, benzoin, rose and lily of the valley add a gentle floral touch. The base of vanilla, suede and patchouli dries down woody, resinous and leathery.

Hearts & Daggers for Men

5.0

Ed Hardy · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ed Hardy Hearts & Daggers for Men opens with pear, martini and basil, a fresh, citrusy and lightly sweet fragrance for men; it has been discontinued. The top is pear, martini and basil, and the heart brings papaya, white pepper and rosemary. A fruity sweetness runs alongside the aquatic, citrus freshness, while white pepper and rosemary add a spicy edge. The base of patchouli, suede, sandalwood and katsura wood settles it onto a woody footing. It is a men's fragrance. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, though with few votes this is only a rough guide. Versace Blue Jeans and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Gingembre have a close profile.

Vanille de Minuit

7.6

Maison Tahité · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Maison Tahité Vanille de Minuit is a unisex gourmand that sets the warmth of leather and sandalwood against a sweet, creamy vanilla, with a smoky edge. It opens with leather, suede and sandalwood side by side, laying down a leathery, smoky base. In the heart, saffron and nagarmotha add a spicy touch while vanilla begins to come forward. The base pairs vanilla with benzoin, settling into a resinous, creamy and sweet finish. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards night-out and evening wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes on character are split closely between masculine and feminine, with a modern streak. Yves Saint Laurent Babycat and Lattafa Qaa'ed have a close profile.

Woodphoria (2022)

7.2

Boy Smells · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Boy Smells Woodphoria is a unisex fragrance built around sandalwood, cedarwood and cardamom, with a sweet, creamy softness running through its woody, spicy character. Woodphoria has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It reads equally well on men and women. Sandalwood and cedarwood set a woody base, while cardamom and black pepper add spice. Coconut water and fig leaf bring a fruity freshness, and suede and musk lend a creamy, faintly leathery softness. Jasmine and lily of the valley stay in the background, and ambroxan smooths everything together. Boy Smells Woodphoria (2025) and L'Ateliero Urban Leather have a close profile.

Violet Moss

7.1

Parfums Sven Pritzkoleit

Floral · Green · Sweet

Parfums Sven Pritzkoleit Violet Moss is a green, earthy floral that sets the coolness of moss against the leathery warmth of suede and patchouli, and it suits anyone, men and women alike. Violet leaf and moss give the scent a green, damp backbone. Jasmine softens the floral side, while cistus and nagarmotha add a spicy, woody depth. Suede and patchouli leave a powdery, faintly animal, leathery trace; overall it reads dry and earthy, with sweetness staying in the background. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so take this as a rough guide. Violet Moss is unisex and has been discontinued. Dusita Montri and Jean Patou 1000 (Parfum) have a close profile.

Heathens, Cowboys and the Santa Ana Winds

7.7

Discothèque · 2024

Floral · Green · Spicy

Discothèque Heathens, Cowboys and the Santa Ana Winds is a unisex scent built around sweetgrass, sandalwood and suede, leaning green, woody and earthy. It opens with sweetgrass, amyris, palmarosa and tea, giving a green, lightly floral first impression. In the heart, sandalwood, cardamom and cedarwood add a dry, spicy woody body. White musk, suede and amber leave a creamy, soft base underneath. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It suits anyone who wants a calm woody scent without a gendered lean. Its profile is close to The Maker Alias and Profumum Roma Luci dell'Est.

3. Tsarina Intensivo

7.9

Ormonde Jayne · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ormonde Jayne 3. Tsarina Intensivo is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh citrus and green opening with a powdery, sweet floral body; it has been discontinued. Bergamot, mandarin orange and blackcurrant give the opening a bright, fruity freshness, while coriander adds a spicy edge. In the heart, jasmine and freesia carry the floral side, iris brings powder and suede adds a soft leathery touch. The base of musk, vanilla and labdanum turns creamy and resinous, with cedar and sandalwood laying a woody floor. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters lean towards evening and night-out wear, with leisure, daily and business use sharing the remaining votes. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Ormonde Jayne 3. Tsarina Parfum and Al Haramain Gold have a close profile.

Genre

7.5

Edward Bess · 2016

Green · Spicy · Woody

Edward Bess Genre is a unisex scent built on suede and frankincense, suited to autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though those ratings rest on few votes. Voters split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it pulls in neither direction. The scent as a whole is leathery and smoky. Suede and animalic notes weigh heaviest, while frankincense adds a resinous warmth. Green and spicy accords stay in the background, and a woody, powdery side softens it. Pekji Holy Shit and The Merchant Of Venice Nuit Feline have a close profile.

Ultimate Patchouli / WF/2020

7.2

A.N Other · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

A.N Other Ultimate Patchouli / WF/2020 is a patchouli-led unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity character with sweet, spicy and creamy tones. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some office use too. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, and a fair share call it classic. It opens with bergamot, saffron blossom and ambrette seed absolute, while Gallic rose, pomegranate and peony give the heart a soft floral-fruity feel. At the base, suede, musk and Indonesian patchouli build a creamy, lightly leathery ground. Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Noir Rose and Christian Louboutin Le Cuir have a close profile.

Platinum Sky

7.7

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Fruity · Synthetic

Zara Platinum Sky is a men's fragrance built around saffron, suede and mandarin orange, fresh and spicy in character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though those ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It reads as a masculine scent. Mandarin orange brings a fruity brightness, saffron adds spicy warmth, and suede gives a leathery, woody backdrop. The accords also include a synthetic edge, so the whole feels bright and slightly metallic.

Attar Mubakhar

7.8

Swiss Arabian

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Swiss Arabian Attar Mubakhar is a unisex scent led by leather, amber and frankincense, sweet, spicy and smoky in character. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is favoured for evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens with thyme, raspberry and saffron, a spicy start softened by sweet fruit. Frankincense and jasmine in the heart bring a resinous, smoky note. Leather, amber and suede form the base, settling into something sweet yet leathery and woody. Tom Ford Tuscan Leather (Eau de Parfum) and Wajid Farah Enigma have a close profile.

Burnt Flower

7.7

Miguel Matos · 2019

Floral · Green · Synthetic

Miguel Matos Burnt Flower is a floral, smoky unisex scent in which tuberose, iris, clove and coconut meet over an animalic, leathery base; it has been discontinued. Burnt Flower is found strongly lasting, with good sillage. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter close behind, and it is worn mostly for leisure, evenings and nights out. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens bright with grapefruit, mandarin orange, bergamot and cinnamon, joined by Canary Islands juniper. A floral heart of tuberose and iris follows, spiced by clove and softened by coconut. The base of castoreum, Atlas cedar and suede leaves a leathery, animalic, slightly smoky warmth.

CK One Night Essence

7.1

Calvin Klein · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Calvin Klein CK One Night Essence is a unisex scent that opens on shiso leaf, cardamom and iris and moves towards patchouli, suede and sandalwood, setting a fresh side against a powdery one. It begins with shiso leaf, cardamom and iris, giving a fresh, spicy and powdery start. At the heart, patchouli, suede and Keemun tea add a slightly leathery, creamy body. In the base, sandalwood, amber and musky notes settle in, and the sweet, woody side takes over. Its longevity and sillage are rated as moderate. Voters lean towards winter, spring and fall, and pick it most for leisure, daily wear and evenings. It reads a little more masculine, though modern and feminine votes are far from rare. Prada L'Homme Intense and Zara Extreme 9.0 have a close profile.