The Perfume Library

Colonia del Forte 1452

7.3

Profumi del Forte · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Profumi del Forte Colonia del Forte 1452 is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent built on tangerine and orange lifted by aldehydes. It opens with tangerine, aldehydes and orange, the aldehydes giving the citrus a bright, slightly synthetic edge. In the heart, petitgrain and blossoms soften it, and green notes in the base leave a clean green finish. The overall impression is fresh, floral and lightly sweet. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, which suits its unisex character. Zara Lisboa and Jacques Fath Curaçao Bay have a close profile.

Summer é Amor

6.8

Sol de Janeiro · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sol de Janeiro Summer é Amor is a creamy women's fragrance in which a floral, fruity body is softened by a gourmand sweetness. It opens with almond and tangerine, while orange blossom and tiger orchid give the heart a soft floral feel. The base of amber, brown sugar, vanilla and woods settles it into a sweet, creamy and warm finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, with leisure and daily wear the most chosen occasions, and office wear a possible fit too. Laura Mercier Ambre Vanille and Marc Jacobs Perfect Elixir have a close profile.

Soleil de Rochas

6.8

Rochas · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Rochas Soleil de Rochas is a fresh, fruity floral with a sweet, softly powdery and creamy character, made for women and suited to spring and autumn days. Soleil de Rochas has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it neither overwhelms nor fades quickly. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer close behind and winter trailing. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead its occasions, and it reads feminine. Tangerine and pear open it fresh and fruity. In the heart, rose, orange blossom and tuberose form a full floral core. In the base, patchouli, vanilla and white woods sweeten it and settle it onto a woody, resinous, creamy foundation.

Eau de Passion Men Intense

7.8

Franck Olivier

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Franck Olivier Eau de Passion Men Intense is a fresh, aquatic men's scent led by citrus and green tones. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, and they rate its value for money favourably. It reads masculine and sits close to everyday wear. It opens with coriander, bergamot, tangerine and lemon in a cool citrus flash, with mint and aniseed adding a lift. The heart of vetiver, patchouli, lavender and clove brings an earthy, spicy fougère feel. Moss and amber settle it onto a woody, lightly sweet base. Coty Aspen for Men and Zara Navy Black have a close profile.

Guido Maria Kretschmer for Men

8.0

LR · 2015

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

LR Guido Maria Kretschmer for Men is a men's fragrance that opens with tangerine, pink pepper and bergamot and settles into vanilla, vetiver and leather, with a sweet, spicy citrus character. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring after them. Evenings and nights out lead, though leisure and daily wear also suit it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the vote counts are small, so treat these ratings cautiously. The top is bright, with tangerine and bergamot sharpened by pink pepper. In the heart, geranium, pepper and cashmere wood take over; vanilla sweetens the whole, while vetiver and leather form a dry, woody base. Floral and fruity touches also show in the accords.

Dali (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Salvador Dali · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Salvador Dali Dali Eau de Toilette opens with tangerine, bergamot and orange blossom and moves into rose and jasmine, a fresh floral for women that has since been discontinued. Citrus leads at first, then rose, jasmine and magnolia form a floral heart. In the base, woods, vanilla and white musk soften the scent. It reads fresh and green, with woody, powdery and lightly spicy shades staying in the background. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with summer not far behind. It suits daytime, the office and leisure hours, and reads as a feminine perfume. Emper Chifon and Galimard Aigues Vives have a close profile.

Silk Destiny

5.2

Novellista · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Novellista Silk Destiny is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, easy to wear for daily use and at the office. Most voters pick spring and summer, though fall works too. Daily and leisure wear lead, with business wear close behind. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters read it as feminine, while a good share call it modern. It opens with pink pepper, pear and tangerine for a fruity freshness. In the heart, Indonesian patchouli, jasmine sambac and rose build a floral frame. Sandalwood, elemi resin and amber settle it onto a woody, sweet and creamy base. Lanvin Éclat de Fleurs and Chloé Chloé L'Eau de Parfum Lumineuse have a close profile.

Le Voyage Oriental

7.8

Bortnikoff · 2023

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Bortnikoff Le Voyage Oriental is a unisex fragrance that pairs a bright opening of bitter orange, grapefruit and tangerine with the warmth of nutmeg, clove leaf and vanilla; it has been discontinued. The citrus top notes give a fresh, slightly bitter start. In the heart, nutmeg, clove leaf and pink pepper add spice, while vanilla and Siberian deer musk sweeten and soften it. The base settles on Sumatran vetiver and Siam oud, woody with an animal edge. Longevity and sillage are rated as good, though the small number of votes means this is not definitive. It reads as neither strictly masculine nor feminine and suits those who want a sweet, spicy oriental. Its profile is close to Arabian Oud Amiri and Ahmed Al Maghribi Amiri.

Karuna / กรุณา

7.6

Parfum Prissana · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfum Prissana Karuna / กรุณา is a unisex scent with a floral and spicy character, lifted by fresh, green and resinous sides. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, so it suits anyone who wants a scent that stays noticeable for a long time. It is written for men and women alike, without leaning to either side. Tuberose, jasmine sambac absolute, ylang-ylang and orange blossom build the floral core, while cinnamon, cardamom and clove bring spice, and sandalwood and benzoin add woody, resinous warmth. The accords also carry animal and earthy touches, with tangerine adding a fruity brightness. Parfum Prissana Hirun / หิรัณย์ and Parfum Prissana Tirtha / तीर्थ have a close profile.

Royal Delight

7.5

Creed · 1993

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Creed Royal Delight is a unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings, opening with citrus and settling into a floral, leathery warmth; it has been discontinued. Tangerine and bergamot give a fresh, lightly sweet opening. In the heart, jasmine and violet add a soft floral note, while amber and leather carry the base into a warm, spicy, earthy ground. Oriental and woody tones sit quietly behind. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out; some also wear it for business. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Creed Royal English Leather and Atelier Rebul Tugra have a close profile.

Black Salt

7.8

Heretic · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Heretic Black Salt is a unisex scent that sets the chill of lime, black pepper and eucalyptus against a salty, faintly smoky heart of sea salt and smoke. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage moderate, and they place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, with some votes for nights out and evenings. The sample is small, so these read as first impressions rather than a firm verdict. It doesn't lean masculine or feminine and sits comfortably in between. It opens fresh, citrusy and lightly spicy with lime, tangerine, black pepper and eucalyptus. In the heart, jasmine sambac, Turkish rose and water lily add a soft floral note, while sea salt and smoke bring an aquatic, slightly smoky edge. The base of petrichor, labdanum and kelp settles into an earthy, green finish.

Orange Cordoue

7.3

Katana · 2021

Citrus · Fruity · Spicy

Katana Orange Cordoue is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of orange, tangerine and lemon against amber, sandalwood and Cuban tobacco. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though few people have voted, so those ratings deserve some caution. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Citrus and fruity accords lead, with exotic fruits adding sweetness. Beneath them runs a woody, resinous and spicy warmth. Siberian castoreum and musk give it a slightly animal, leathery depth.

Original (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

STR8 · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

STR8 Original Eau de Toilette is a men's scent where citrus and spice meet on a fresh base, leaning sweet and woody. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has its share. It is marked most often for daily wear and leisure, and it also fits the office. It is made for men. The top opens bright with tangerine, water mint and cedar leaf. In the heart, sandalwood and cinnamon warm things up, bringing out sweetness and spice. The base settles on iris and vetiver in a woody dry-down. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled and Boss in Motion have a close profile.

Dave

6.4

Henry Rose · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Henry Rose Dave is a floral, sweet unisex scent that sets neroli, tangerine and orange blossom over tonka bean, cream and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted on either. There are no season or occasion votes, so it is hard to say more about when it suits, but it reads comfortably on both men and women. It opens with a bright citrus of neroli, pink pepper and tangerine. In the heart, orange blossom, almond blossom and Provençal lavender add a soft floral note. The base of tonka bean, cream, vanilla and cocoa shell settles into a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Prada Paradoxe Radical Essence and Coach Gold have a close profile.

Notte a Tangeri

7.7

L'Erbolario · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Notte a Tangeri is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy start against a sweet, creamy warmth. Bergamot and tangerine give it a bright, slightly green freshness, while cardamom and angelica add a spicy edge. Heliotrope brings a floral, powdery softness, and vanilla and amber settle the scent onto a creamy, resinous, sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and the office. Voters read it as more feminine than masculine, though a fair share call it masculine. Fragonard Belle d'Amour and WA:IT Haru have a close profile.

Mon Jardin

7.0

Bottega Profumiera · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bottega Profumiera Mon Jardin is a fresh, floral and citrusy women's fragrance led by tangerine, neroli and jasmine. Bergamot and tangerine give it a bright, lively start, while orange blossom, neroli and jasmine set it on a floral base. Fig leaf adds a green touch, iris brings a powdery softness, and sandalwood with musk leaves a warm, woody depth. The overall impression is fresh, lightly sweet and fruity. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and very few choose winter. It leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear, with evening use further behind. Most voters call it feminine. Bvlgari Bvlgari pour Femme and Dior Milly-la-Forêt have a close profile.

Kumquat

6.1

Marc Jacobs · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Marc Jacobs Kumquat is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent with a fruity, lightly sweet character; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, orange zest and tangerine, a bright citrus start. In the heart, kumquat softens with jasmine and tiger orchid, while woods, cedar and musk settle it onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. Half of voters read it as feminine and a third as masculine, so it works either way.

I Am King (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Sean John · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Sean John I Am King Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that joins a bright opening of tangerine, orange and lemon to seawater at the heart and a woody base of vetiver and cedar. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits anyone who wants a light trace that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards daily wear and leisure time, and it also works at the office. The top pairs tangerine, orange, cranberry and lemon for a fruity, lightly sweet freshness. At the heart, seawater adds an aquatic coolness and currant leaf a green note. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, cedar, labdanum and oakmoss settles it onto a dry, woody footing.

Fly High Man (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Mexx · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Mexx Fly High Man Eau de Toilette opens with blackcurrant, tangerine and basil, a fresh, citrusy, aquatic scent for men. It has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage on the weak side, so it sits close to the skin. Most voters pick leisure and daily wear, with sport and office use not far behind. It reads masculine and leans towards daytime rather than evening. The opening is led by the fruity brightness of blackcurrant and tangerine, with basil adding a green edge. In the heart, geranium and saffron bring a spicy note. The base settles on woods and heliotrope, giving a soft, powdery, woody finish. Ralph Lauren Polo Blue and Aaron Terence Hughes Haze (blue) have a close profile.

Lily & Tangerine

7.5

Label

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Label Lily & Tangerine is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it masculine. It opens with tangerine, lemon, jasmine and lily, a cool floral-citrus start. In the heart, rose, magnolia and violet soften the floral side, while musk, sandalwood and amber leave a sweet, woody base. Aquatic and green accents keep it light. Acqua di Giò and Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Octubre

7.8

Bravanariz

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bravanariz Octubre is a unisex scent led by juniper, tangerine and pine, with a fresh, citrusy side. Voters pick Octubre mostly for daily wear, the office and leisure time, with some leaning towards evenings too. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close rather than filling the room. As a whole it reads green, woody and lightly resinous. Tangerine and lemon vervain bring brightness, while juniper and pine add a cool edge. Chestnut, oak, moss and lichen give it a damp, smoky forest-floor depth, and a spicy touch sits quietly behind, alongside pomegranate.

Night Garden - Ottoman Rose

7.5

Crabtree & Evelyn · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Crabtree & Evelyn Night Garden - Ottoman Rose is a floral women's fragrance that sets rose among spice, fruit and a sweet oriental base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, though only a few voters have rated them. Nothing is known about preferred seasons or occasions, but the dark, sweet build sits closer to cooler weather. The top opens with rose, blackberry, tangerine, white pepper and nutmeg: a fruity brightness followed quickly by spice. The heart carries Taif rose and ylang-ylang, with clove leaf and saffron blossom keeping the spice going. The base settles into amber, sandalwood, vanilla and leather, which read woody, powdery and leathery. Xerjoff Opera and Franck Muller Aeternitas 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.

Oh Ma Biche

6.6

Lolita Lempicka · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Lolita Lempicka Oh Ma Biche is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that suits leisure time and everyday wear. Most voters pick it for leisure, daytime and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it is noticeable through the day without dominating. It reads feminine. It opens with grapefruit, tangerine and Sicilian mandarin orange, bright and citrusy. The heart brings prosecco, white peach and Nepalese sichuan pepper, where the peach adds sweetness and the pepper a light spice. White musk sits underneath. The overall impression is fresh, sweet and slightly synthetic. Bvlgari Le Gemme Tygar and Comptoir Sud Pacifique O'Pomelo have a close profile.