The Perfume Library

Honor & Glory

7.5

Lattafa · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Lattafa Honor & Glory is a unisex fragrance with a fruity, sweet and gourmand character, its creamy, spicy side suiting fall and winter evenings best. Most voters find both its longevity and its sillage good. Fall, winter and spring lead the season votes, with summer trailing behind. It is picked mostly for evenings, nights out and leisure time. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it wears comfortably on either. The top pairs crème brûlée with pineapple for a sweet, fruity start. In the heart, black pepper, cinnamon, benzoin and turmeric add a spicy warmth. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, moss and cashmeran settles into a creamy, soft finish. Lattafa Khaltaat Al Arabia Royal Blends and Paris Corner Date Caramel have a close profile.

Rose Prick (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Tom Ford · 2020

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Rose Prick Eau de Parfum is a floral and woody unisex scent that pairs rose with spice and a sweet, creamy warmth. Bulgarian rose and May rose sit at the centre, with turmeric and Sichuan pepper adding a spicy edge. Roasted tonka bean and Tolu balm sweeten it and give a creamy, lightly powdery softness, while Indonesian patchouli lays a woody base underneath. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters read it as feminine, though it also works as a unisex scent. It is worn through all four seasons, with autumn and spring slightly ahead, and suits leisure, nights out and evenings. Roja Parfums Britannia and Alexandria Fragrances Prickly Rose have a close profile.

Jasmin et Cigarette

6.8

Etat Libre d'Orange · 2006

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Etat Libre d'Orange Jasmin et Cigarette sets jasmine absolute beside turmeric and galbanum, giving a floral, sweet scent with a smoky edge. It opens with the green, sharp side of clary sage and galbanum. In the heart, turmeric adds spice next to the jasmine, and the floral character turns harder with spicy and smoky tones. The base brings tonka bean sweetness and maté absolute, and the scent dries down woody with a faintly synthetic feel. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. It was released as a women's fragrance, and most voters call it feminine, though a fair share find it masculine.

Bois Pacifique

7.6

Tom Ford · 2024

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Tom Ford Bois Pacifique is a woody, spicy unisex scent that sits most comfortably in fall and spring, easy to wear for leisure or an evening out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, with summer well behind. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is a unisex scent. A fresh, sweet feel runs through it, with oak wood absolute, sandalwood and cedarwood forming a woody frame. Cardamom and turmeric add spice, while frankincense brings a resinous, slightly smoky backdrop. Orris butter softens the whole, and Akigalawood® adds a dry, synthetic woodiness.

Kokain Gold

7.8

Rammstein · 2021

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Rammstein Kokain Gold is a men's fragrance for fall and winter evenings, with citrus and spice set on a resinous, woody base; it has been discontinued. The top holds copaiba balsam, frankincense and Sichuan pepper, while citrus notes, turmeric and bitter orange make up the heart. A sweet accord softens the spicy, citrusy side. In the base, ambergris, poivrol and Madagascan vetiver pull the scent towards earthy, smoky and slightly leathery ground. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is mentioned most for evenings and nights out. Masculine is the character voted most often. Olfactive Studio Woody Mood and House of Orpheus 93 have a close profile.

Néroli Plein Sud

7.7

Guerlain · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Néroli Plein Sud is a unisex scent that pairs Moroccan neroli with ginger and turmeric for a fresh, spicy character. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind; winter is the least chosen season. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works at the office too. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Votes for feminine and masculine are equal, so it sits right in the middle. The notes read as one piece: Moroccan neroli brings a citrusy, floral and green freshness, while ginger, turmeric, cinnamon and clove add the spice. Sandalwood gives a creamy softness and vetiver a dry, woody edge.

Santal Carmin

7.6

Atelier Cologne · 2014

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Atelier Cologne Santal Carmin is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter, opening with citrus and settling into a sweet, woody warmth. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring, while summer trails well behind. It sits comfortably in leisure, evening and daily wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are exactly even, so it doesn't pull to either side. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and key lime, with turmeric adding a spicy edge. The heart of white musk, New Caledonian sandalwood and Indian gaiac wood builds a woody, powdery base. In the dry-down, Texas cedar, Indian papyrus and Bourbon vanilla bring a creamy sweetness.

Gold Leather

7.4

Atelier Cologne · 2013

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Atelier Cologne Gold Leather is a unisex fragrance where a sweet, fruity opening settles into a smoky, leathery wood. It opens with turmeric, bitter orange, Italian bergamot and Jamaican rum, which give a spicy, citrusy sweetness. Plum and Californian eucalyptus take over in the heart. The base is led by leather, oud and Texas cedar, while the gourmand and oriental accords soften it. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. It reads mostly masculine, with a feminine following too. French Avenue Cocoa Morado and Vilhelm Parfumerie To My Father have a close profile.

White Aoud

7.1

Montale

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Montale White Aoud is a unisex scent that sets Damask rose against Arabian oud, sandalwood and patchouli, leaning sweet and woody. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer rarely chosen. It suits evenings and nights out, and can also be worn for leisure. Voters split between calling it feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably in between. Penhaligon's Marylebone Wood and Tom Ford Oud Wood Parfum have a close profile. It opens with Damask rose as a floral entry. In the heart sandalwood, patchouli, turmeric, vetiver and Arabian oud take over, giving a spicy, earthy, resinous woodiness. In the base, amber and vanilla sweeten it and leave a powdery, oriental warmth.

Œillet Bengale

7.9

Aedes de Venustas · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Aedes de Venustas Œillet Bengale is a unisex scent that opens fresh and settles into a spicy, resinous, faintly smoky sweetness; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot and white pepper, then the heart brings forward cardamom, rose, saffron and cinnamon. In the base, tolu balm, benzoin, labdanum and vanilla carry it into a powdery, woody, oriental warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with evening and night wear leaning slightly ahead. More voters call it feminine, though a good share read it as masculine. Estēe Lauder Cinnabar and Amouage Dia Man have a close profile.

AlUla

7.8

Penhaligon's · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Penhaligon's AlUla is a unisex scent where turmeric, plum and saffron meet in a sweet, spicy, resinous accord. It opens with turmeric, plum and black pepper, a fruity hit of spice. In the heart, saffron, vanilla and Guatemala cardamom push it towards the gourmand side, with sweetness in front. It dries down to patchouli, tobacco and frankincense, leaving a woody, smoky, resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Its character sits between masculine and feminine, as a true unisex. Lattafa Asad Elixir and Lattafa Pride Art of Arabia III have a close profile.

Forbidden Flower

7.7

Areej Le Doré · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Areej Le Doré Forbidden Flower is a unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer and relaxed, casual wear, with a fresh, citrusy, green and woody character. It lasts strongly and projects well. Most voters pick spring and summer, though fall is not far behind. Leisure and evening wear come first. Many read it as masculine, while others call it classic or feminine. It opens with grapefruit, hemp flower and a skunk accord, with an animal edge. In the heart, jasmine sambac, night-blooming jasmine and sandalwood add a soft floral note. The base is led by patchouli, vetiver, cedar, vanilla and ginger, drying down spicy and woody. Sisley Eau de Sisley 3 and Gianni Campagna Bespoke have a close profile.

Rose Nacrée du Désert

7.9

Guerlain · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Guerlain Rose Nacrée du Désert pairs Persian rose with saffron, patchouli and oud in a floral, spicy and smoky unisex scent that leans towards evenings and the colder months. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out; the office is the least likely setting. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. It is unisex, though more voters read it as feminine than masculine, and a fair share still call it masculine. It opens with Persian rose, saffron and patchouli. In the heart, cardamom, turmeric, oud and cedarwood make it woody and earthy. The base of myrrh and benzoin settles into a resinous, sweet and powdery warmth.

Rose Exposed

7.0

Tom Ford · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Tom Ford Rose Exposed is a floral, woody unisex scent built on rose absolute, Munstead Wood rose and rose water, set against black leather, frankincense and spice. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters find it long-lasting. Voters lean towards fall and winter, with spring next, and it suits night-out and evening wear best. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads comfortably either way. Rose leads, but in a sweet, oriental mood. Turmeric, pink pepper and white pepper add spice, while black leather and frankincense bring a faintly smoky edge. Sandalwood, cashmeran and cypress form a woody base, and bergamot and orange blossom soften the rose.

Mimosa Indigo

7.6

Atelier Cologne · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Atelier Cologne Mimosa Indigo is a unisex scent that pairs a sweet floral heart with powdery, creamy and faintly leathery tones; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter third and summer well behind. Daily, business and evening wear are about evenly split, and most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. It opens with turmeric, Italian mandarin orange and Calabrian bergamot. Indian mimosa, lilac and white leather form the heart, where spice and flowers sit together. Musk, Papua New Guinean vanilla and New Caledonian sandalwood soften the base into a sweet, creamy, woody finish. Jil Sander Simply - The Art of Layering: Touch of Violet and Caron Santal Précieux have a close profile.

Feu Secret

8.0

Fzotic · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Fzotic Feu Secret is a fresh, woody and smoky unisex scent built around hemlock fir, birch tar and amber. The notes read as one piece: hemlock fir and eucalyptus give it a green, cool edge, while birch tar adds a thin line of smoke. Turmeric and pink pepper bring spice, orris butter a powdery feel and vanilla a creamy softness. There is a floral touch too, but the woody, smoky side carries it. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters place it in fall and spring, and see it as a leisure or business scent. It leans masculine in the votes, though a fair share call it feminine. It has been discontinued.

L'Eau de Tarocco

7.5

Diptyque · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Diptyque L'Eau de Tarocco is a unisex scent that softens fresh, floral citrus with spice, and it leans towards daily wear in warm months. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily and leisure wear come first. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Masculine and feminine votes sit almost level, giving it a balanced character. Orange, blood orange and grapefruit bring the freshness. In the heart, turmeric, cinnamon, saffron and ginger add a warm spiciness, while rose and orange blossom carry the floral side. In the base, cedar, musk and frankincense leave a soft, woody footing. A fruity facet runs through it as well.

A Quiet Morning

7.0

Miller et Bertaux · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Cuir-Curcuma

7.6

Affinessence · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Affinessence Cuir-Cuircuma is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent built around leather, turmeric and sandalwood. Cuir-Curcuma earns good ratings for both longevity and sillage. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Evening, leisure and night-out wear lead the occasions. It reads more masculine to most voters, though a fair share see it as feminine. Leather and turmeric set the main line of the scent. Sandalwood and patchouli lay a woody, earthy foundation, while myrrh adds a resinous depth. Latte macchiato brings a creamy sweetness that softens the spicy, leathery edge. The overall impression is warm, oriental and full.

Homa

7.6

Prin · 2020

Floral · Green · Spicy

Prin Homa is a smoky, earthy unisex fragrance that sets goatskin, hay absolute and Indian oud against spices and white flowers. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Voters most often call it masculine, though feminine and classic votes are not rare. Goatskin, civet and hyraceum give it an animal depth, while hay, mushrooms and ash tree lay an earthy, woody base. Cinnamon, saffron, cardamom and cumin bring spicy warmth, and jasmine, tuberose and champaca soften the floral side. Frankincense and myrrh add a dark, resinous smokiness. Parfum Prissana Thichila and The Fragrance Engineers Sohrab have a close profile.

Dodo Jackfruit Edition

7.6

Zoologist · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zoologist Dodo Jackfruit Edition is a fresh, citrusy and fruity unisex fragrance that suits spring and summer days best. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, while few choose winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and sits comfortably at the office too. Voters read it as more masculine and modern than feminine or classic. Anyone after a close profile could also try Nobile 1942 Acqua Nobile and Lattafa Ra'ed Luxe. The top opens fresh, spicy and fruity with pink pepper, bergamot, jackfruit and turmeric leaf. In the heart, orange blossom, lavender and geranium give a green, floral fougère feel, softened by turmeric and orris concrete. The base of vetiver, patchouli, tonka bean and sandalwood leaves a woody, lightly sweet finish.

Nocturnal Poetry

7.9

Prin · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Prin Nocturnal Poetry is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings, setting floral and animal sides next to each other. Most voters recommend fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and evening and night out are the occasions it is picked for most. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Slightly more voters call it masculine, though it reads as unisex overall. The notes read as one whole: jasmine and damask rose absolute lay a floral base, while tobacco and hay absolute, leather, cumin and coffee pull it towards a spicy, earthy tone. Beeswax, frankincense, myrrh and oud add a sweet, resinous, woody warmth, and civet and castoreum leave an animal trace.

Sud Magnolia

6.6

Atelier Cologne · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Atelier Cologne Sud Magnolia is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around grapefruit, French blackcurrant and magnolia. It opens with grapefruit, French blackcurrant and bitter orange, giving a citrusy, lightly fruity brightness. In the heart, Bulgarian rose absolute, turmeric and Louisiana magnolia bring a floral, green softness, with turmeric adding a spicy edge. The base of musk, New Caledonian sandalwood and American cedar settles it onto a woody, slightly sweet footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter chosen least. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters most often read it as feminine, though some call it masculine. Sospiro Vibrato and Eau d'Italie Jardin du Poète have a close profile.

Lys Fume

7.7

Tom Ford · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Tom Ford Lys Fume is a fresh, floral unisex scent that leans towards spring and autumn and suits evenings and nights out. It opens with pink pepper, nutmeg, turmeric and mandarin orange, giving a spicy freshness. In the heart, white lily, ylang-ylang and Paraguayan rum sweeten the floral side. The base of oak wood, styrax, Bourbon vanilla absolute and labdanum dries down woody, resinous and sweet. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Though unisex, about half of voters read it as feminine. It has been discontinued. Olibere Paradis Lointains and Olfactive Pharmacy Thymus have a close profile.