The Perfume Library

Danger pour Homme (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Roja Parfums · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Roja Parfums Danger pour Homme Eau de Parfum is a spicy fougère that opens on lemon, lavender and bergamot, carries jasmine and violet in the heart, and turns sweeter towards vanilla and tonka bean. The top of lemon, lavender, bergamot and tarragon is fresh and sharp. In the heart, Grasse jasmine and violet bring a floral, powdery softness. The base of oakmoss, leather, vetiver, cumin and clove sets a dry, woody foundation, which vanilla and tonka bean sweeten. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring; evening and night-out wear lead, though business and daily wear also suit it. It reads masculine and classic. Roja Parfums Danger Parfum Cologne and The Dua Brand Lethal have a close profile.

Musk Aoud

8.2

Roja Parfums · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Roja Parfums Musk Aoud is a smoky, leathery oud scent that suits autumn and winter evenings; it is unisex and has been discontinued. It opens with lemon and bergamot, and the heart turns floral with ylang-ylang, Grasse jasmine and May rose. Oud, musk, vanilla, patchouli and leather dominate the base, wrapped in sweet, spicy, resinous and woody accords. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening or a night out; summer is rarely chosen. Though unisex, voters lean towards calling it masculine. Roja Parfums Musk Aoud Absolue Précieux and Roja Parfums 51 pour Homme (Parfum) have a close profile.

Spirit of Cashmere Musk

7.6

Spirit · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Spirit Spirit of Cashmere Musk is a sweet, powdery and creamy floral with a feminine character, best suited to autumn and winter days. Jasmine comes first, then tuberose and orange blossom give the heart a rich floral weight. In the base, musk, vanilla and tonka bean sweeten the scent into a creamy, gourmand mood, while sandalwood and amber add an oriental warmth. Most voters place it in winter and fall, and few see it as a summer scent. It is worn for leisure, evenings and nights out. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier² and Nihan Nihan (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

A*Men Ultra Zest

7.7

Mugler · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Mugler A*Men Ultra Zest sets a fresh, fruity citrus character over a sweet, gourmand base, and it suits men who want an easy scent for leisure and everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer next and winter getting the smallest share. Leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, though evening and night out follow close behind. Voters mostly read it as masculine and modern. It has been discontinued. Tangerine, blood orange, mint and ginger give it a bright opening. Black pepper, cinnamon and coffee bring a spicy warmth in the heart. Patchouli, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten and soften the base.

Issara

7.9

Dusita · 2016

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Dusita Issara is a green, fresh fougère for men and women, with spicy, woody and lightly powdery sides that suit leisure and daytime wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, though it carries into summer too. Leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, so it reads open to both. It opens with clary sage and pine needle, cool and resinous. The heart brings vetiver, green notes and tonka bean, and the green turns a little sweeter. In the base, musk, oakmoss and ambergris settle it into a powdery, creamy, woody finish.

Ginger Biscuit

7.9

Jo Malone · 2013

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Jo Malone Ginger Biscuit is a sweet, gourmand scent built around roasted hazelnut, cinnamon and tonka bean, best suited to fall and winter days. Roasted hazelnut and caramel give it a sweet, creamy core, softened by vanilla. Cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger add a spicy warmth, while tonka bean leaves a powdery trace. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick winter and fall. It leans towards leisure and evening wear. It reads mostly feminine, though some voters find it masculine. The Dua Brand The Cologne of Ginger Biscuit and Lorenzo Pazzaglia Van Exstasyx have a close profile.

Le Mâle Eau Fraîche Popeye Edition

7.7

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Eau Fraîche Popeye Edition is a fresh men's fragrance that most voters pick for spring and summer, leaning towards daily and leisure wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily use, with business and sport not far behind. It reads masculine and modern. It opens with mint, neroli and aldehydes, giving a bright, citrusy freshness, while sclarene and sage add a green touch in the heart. In the base, tonka bean, sandalwood and vanilla sweeten it and settle it onto a creamy, woody footing. Aquatic and fruity facets run through the blend.

Madawi 40 Years Gold Edition

8.8

Arabian Oud · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Arabian Oud Madawi 40 Years Gold Edition is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that leans towards evenings and nights out, and suits fall and winter best. Black pepper and cardamom bring spice to the opening, while red fruits add a sweet, fruity edge. In the heart, pineapple, jasmine and tonka bean turn floral and creamy; patchouli, amber and vanilla then settle this gourmand, oriental character onto a warm, soft base. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring is not far behind, and few choose summer. Night out and evening wear stand out, while office use is rarely chosen. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads as truly in between. Afnan Perfumes Turathi (Purple) and Anfas Ishq have a close profile.

Fils de Dieu du Riz et des Agrumes / Philippine Houseboy

7.5

Etat Libre d'Orange · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etat Libre d'Orange Fils de Dieu du Riz et des Agrumes / Philippine Houseboy is a unisex scent that ties the brightness of ginger, coriander and lemon to rice and jasmine. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes split fairly evenly between spring, fall and summer, with spring slightly ahead. It sits closer to leisure and daily wear, and voters are almost evenly divided between calling it feminine and masculine. The top opens with lemon's tartness alongside the spicy edge of ginger and coriander. In the heart, rice and jasmine add a creamy, powdery softness, while cardamom keeps the spice going. The base of tonka bean and amber sweetens it, with leather leaving a dry trace behind. The overall feel is fresh, green and lightly gourmand.

Joop! Homme Le Parfum

6.8

Joop! · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Joop! Homme Le Parfum is a sweet, powdery men's scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Iris, lavender, tonka bean, vanilla and praliné sit together here. Within a floral and spicy frame, the sweet, creamy, gourmand side wins out, and a fruity touch softens the whole. There is a synthetic sheen as well. Most voters pick winter and fall, and summer is barely chosen. It leans towards nights out and evenings, with office wear well behind. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. Zara Red Vanilla and Rabanne Ultrared Man have a close profile.

Vanille

7.7

Réminiscence · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Réminiscence Vanille is a sweet, gourmand vanilla scent that leans towards fall and winter and reads as feminine; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring further back and summer the least chosen. It isn't tied to one setting: leisure, daytime, evening and business are named in similar measure. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and most voters find it feminine. It opens with bergamot and osmanthus, then moves to Bourbon vanilla, jasmine and heliotrope in the heart. In the base, white musk, tonka bean, benzoin and praliné carry it into a powdery, creamy sweetness, with the floral and spicy accords wrapped around that vanilla core.

Vanilla Haze (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Fugazzi · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Fugazzi Vanilla Haze Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy gourmand for anyone who likes soft vanilla, and it suits cooler weather best. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evening, night out and leisure wear. It is unisex, though most votes read it as feminine, with a share calling it modern. It opens with coconut milk, almond and mandarin orange, with hazelnut alongside. Jasmine, tonka bean and vanilla form the heart, and crème brûlée, musk and white amber leave it in a creamy, smooth sweetness. Spicy and synthetic tones stay in the background.

Hawas Tropical / هوس

8.2

Rasasi · 2025

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Rasasi Hawas Tropical is a fresh, green and fruity men's fragrance, softened by a creamy sweetness and suited to warm, relaxed days. Most voters point to summer and spring, and very few pick winter. Leisure and daily wear lead, with some choosing it for nights out too. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, and it reads as modern and masculine. Ginger, fig leaf and coconut water open it on a cool, bright note. The heart brings fig, mint and coconut, and the base of musk, tonka bean and sandalwood sweetens it into a creamy finish. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Paradise Garden and Ex Nihilo Generation(s) have a close profile.

Panthea

7.8

Stéphane Humbert Lucas · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Stéphane Humbert Lucas Panthea is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around violet, jasmine and orris absolute, with a clearly powdery and creamy side. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, the office and leisure. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. It opens with bergamot, pink pepper and white tea, a light, slightly spicy freshness. Violet, jasmine and orris absolute carry a powdery floral heart. White musk, sandalwood and tonka bean settle into a creamy, sweet softness at the base. Stéphane Humbert Lucas Panthea Iris and Chabaud La Nuit Danse have a close profile.

Cabotine (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Grès · 1990

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Grès Cabotine Eau de Toilette is a floral scent led by tuberose, jasmine and rose, with green notes and plum giving it a fresh, fruity edge; it suits spring and daytime wear best. Cabotine reads as a women's fragrance, and most voters call it feminine and classic. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen most for daily, leisure and business wear, less so for evenings and nights out. The top opens fresh and lightly spicy with plum, peach, green notes and coriander. The heart builds a floral body of tuberose, jasmine and rose, and vetiver, sandalwood and musk leave a soft, woody base. Ted Lapidus Création and Joop! Berlin have a close profile.

Lolita Lempicka (Eau de Parfum) (1997)

7.6

Lolita Lempicka · 1997

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Lolita Lempicka Lolita Lempicka (Eau de Parfum) is a feminine scent that sets a floral, fruity core on a sweet, gourmand warmth; it has been discontinued. The top leans on pineapple, lemon, star anise and violet. In the heart, jasmine, iris and lily of the valley add a soft floral note. The base of vanilla, praliné, almond and tonka bean sweetens everything into a powdery, oriental warmth. Most voters find it feminine. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters pick autumn and winter most, then spring. It leans towards evening and night out, though daily wear is common too. Hervé Léger Hervé Léger and Joop! Nuit d'été have a close profile.

La Petite Robe Noire Ma Robe Pétales

7.1

Guerlain · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Ma Robe Pétales is a fresh, floral scent where citrus, green and fruity tones sit over a sweet, powdery, gourmand trail. It is a women's perfume that has been discontinued. The top is lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange, with grass and green notes adding crispness. In the heart, Turkish rose and Bulgarian rose meet apricot and jasmine sambac. The base of almond, tonka bean and white musk sweetens it and dries down soft and powdery. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It reads feminine and modern. Guerlain Mademoiselle Guerlain / La Petite Robe Noire Modèle 2 and Mancera Pink Roses have a close profile.

XXI: Art Deco - Amberwood

8.5

Clive Christian · 2022

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Clive Christian XXI: Art Deco - Amberwood is a sweet, woody unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, with summer a distant last. Night out and evening lead the occasions, though business and daily wear are not out of the question. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and the character leans masculine, with classic and modern votes close behind. As a whole it carries the warmth of amber and woods, while tonka bean pulls it towards a creamy sweetness. Sage and tobacco add a dry, spicy edge, and bergamot with angelica seed bring a fresh lift. The resinous side keeps it soft yet full.

Follow

7.6

Kerosene · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Kerosene Follow is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around amber, coffee bean and vanilla. In Follow, amber, benzoin and tonka bean join the vanilla to form a dense, creamy sweetness. Coffee bean pulls that sweetness towards the gourmand side, while plant juice adds a green undertone. Spicy, resinous and slightly smoky accords round out its woody, oriental character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out. Votes for masculine and feminine sit fairly close, so it reads as properly unisex.

Sundowner

7.7

Tauer Perfumes · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Tauer Perfumes Sundowner is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent with a clear gourmand side. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is rarely chosen for summer. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters read it as masculine, though it works as unisex. Tobacco absolute, cypriol and patchouli build a woody, earthy and smoky base. Cinnamon adds spice, while vanilla, tonka bean and cocoa absolute sweeten it towards gourmand. Orange zest and bergamot lighten the density a little. Resinous and oriental accords give the whole a warm depth. Von Eusersdorff Classic Patchouli and Réminiscence L'Incroyable Patchouli have a close profile.

Jules (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Dior · 1980

Floral · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Dior Jules Eau de Toilette is a green, leathery men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. The top opens spicy and herbal with tarragon, lavender, cumin and bergamot. In the heart, rose, jasmine, sandalwood and cedar bring a floral side onto a woody base. The base of oakmoss, leather and amber gives it an earthy, animalic, resinous fougère character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out get the most votes. More than half of voters find it masculine, and a good share call it classic. Charles Jourdan Un Homme and Maxim's pour Homme have a close profile.

Affection

7.9

Lattafa Pride

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lattafa Pride Affection is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, floral opening over a sweet, creamy, gourmand base, and it suits spring and autumn days best. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. Autumn and spring lead the season votes, though winter has a fair share too. Leisure and daily wear draw the most votes, with night out and business following. Most voters read it as feminine, with modern coming next. The top holds blackcurrant bud, hazelnut and pistachio. The heart brings lactone, raspberry, jasmine and lily of the valley. In the base, vanilla and tonka bean join lactone for a creamy, powdery sweetness, with fruity and spicy touches alongside. Sublime Coton Blanc and Goutal Eau de Charlotte have a close profile.

Van Py Rhum

8.2

Lorenzo Pazzaglia

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Van Py Rhum is a sweet, gourmand unisex fragrance built around vanilla, rum and caramel, with patchouli and oud giving it a woody depth. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so it makes its presence known. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either. It opens with several kinds of vanilla, rum and tonka bean together. Towards the heart, caramel and white blossoms soften the sweetness while patchouli adds an earthy note. In the base, Indonesian patchouli and oud stay alongside rum and vanilla, leaving a spicy, creamy, woody trail. Lorenzo Pazzaglia Van Exstasyx and French Avenue X Xandal have a close profile.

Mercurial Cashmere (Extrait de Parfum)

7.8

Electimuss · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Extrait de Parfum

Electimuss Mercurial Cashmere Extrait de Parfum is a floral, sweet unisex scent, where powdery, creamy and gourmand tones settle onto a woody base. It opens bright and spicy with bergamot, pink pepper and cardamom. The heart turns powdery and floral with tuberose, iris and violet, softened by ambergris. In the base, caramel, vanilla and tonka bean bring sweetness, while cashmere wood and musk keep it creamy and woody. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring, with summer well behind. Night outs and evenings lead, and it also works for leisure time. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or masculine. Electimuss MCX and Lengling Namui have a close profile.