The Perfume Library

Chiffon Sorbet

7.5

Escada · 1993

Fresh · Floral · Green

Escada Chiffon Sorbet is a fresh, fruity floral with a gently sweet, green and powdery side, made for women and now discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with night and evening getting very few votes. The top opens fruity with red apple, raspberry, blackcurrant and mango. The heart turns softly floral with jasmine, plum, violet, fig and rose. The base settles into a woody, creamy sweetness of Virginia cedar, sandalwood, amber, musk and vanilla. Engelsrufer Luna and Borntostandout Fig Porn have a close profile.

Nous sommes amants. M.D.

7.7

d'Orsay · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

d'Orsay Nous sommes amants. M.D. is a unisex scent that opens fresh and green and settles into a woody, lightly powdery tone, leaning towards daily wear and the warmer months. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, and it is suggested mostly for daily, leisure and business settings. The top notes of Peruvian pink pepper, Madagascar pepper, bamboo and juniper berry give a spicy, green opening. Palo Santo sits in the heart; in the base, sandalwood, leather, nagarmotha and Virginia cedar build a woody floor, softened by musk and ambergris. Its profile is close to Lalique White and Prada Infusion de Gingembre.

Jaguar Prestige (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Jaguar · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Jaguar Prestige Eau de Toilette is a fresh men's fragrance that sets citrus and spice against a woody, resinous base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so that impression is tentative. It is classed as a masculine scent. It opens bright and fruity with mandarin, Sicilian lemon, pear and bergamot. Coriander, cardamom, black pepper and lavender bring a dry, spicy edge in the heart. Vetiver, Virginia cedar and patchouli then settle it into an earthy, woody base. L'Erbolario Ginepro Nero and Yves de Sistelle Cyrus have a close profile.

Orange Leaf

8.1

Perfumer H · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Perfumer H Orange Leaf is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent built around Valencia orange and green leaves. It lasts and projects at a moderate level. Voters place it equally in daily wear, leisure and office use, with evening and night out also getting a share of votes. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it doesn't lean clearly to one side. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base: green leaves and Valencia orange sit alongside Paraguayan petigrain and petitgrain water absolute. Virginia cedar gives a woody footing, while frankincense and Persian elemi add a resinous edge to the greenness. Egyptian basil and angelica seed reinforce the herbal side.

Muguet du Bonheur (2021)

6.4

Caron · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Caron Muguet du Bonheur (2021) is a fresh, citrusy and green floral made for women, with a light character that suits spring and summer days. Watermelon, Italian bergamot and Nashi pear give the opening a fruity freshness, while lime and Italian mandarin orange sharpen it with citrus. In the heart, lily of the valley and rose come forward, and moss, Virginia cedar and patchouli set this floral on a green, earthy base. The overall impression is fresh and lightly sweet, with a somewhat synthetic brightness among the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office are the most named occasions. Nearly half of voters find it feminine, and a fair share call it modern.

Sulawesi

7.6

Nissaba · 2022

Green · Spicy · Woody

Nissaba Sulawesi is a unisex scent with a green, spicy and woody character, leaning resinous and earthy. Indonesian clove and Indonesian nutmeg give the spice, while Virginia cedar and Texas cedar build a woody frame. Java vetiver and Indonesian patchouli deepen the green, earthy side, and Sumatran benzoin absolute adds a soft, resinous, oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind; it suits leisure and daily wear best, and gets votes for evening and office too. It leans slightly masculine but reads as unisex. Légendes du Cèdre and Log Cabin have a close profile.

Dandy or not. G.A.

7.2

d'Orsay · 2022

Floral · Spicy · Woody

d'Orsay Dandy or not. G.A. is a unisex scent that sets a floral heart against spice, leather and smoke, with a woody, earthy character. Most voters pick fall and spring, though winter has a fair following; summer trails well behind. Daily wear, leisure and business settings lead, with some votes for evening and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable on the skin without filling a room. Grapefruit and Guatemala cardamom open it bright and spicy. In the heart, orange blossom and black tea add a floral, slightly dry touch. The base of Virginia cedar, leather and Indonesian patchouli leaves a woody, smoky, earthy trail.

Millefleures Dark

8.9

N•O•A•M · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Green

N•O•A•M Millefleures Dark is a smoky, woody and resinous unisex scent that has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring and summer still get a fair share. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and it doesn't settle on one gender: votes split evenly between masculine and feminine. Smoky Lapsang Souchong tea, tobacco and coffee sit on an earthy, woody base. May rose and ylang-ylang add a soft floral note, while lime brings a citrus lift. Laotian oud and labdanum give it a resinous, spicy depth.

Amber Essence

7.6

Ferrari · 2016

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Ferrari Amber Essence is a sweet, spicy amber shaded with woody and smoky tones, made for men; it has been discontinued. It opens with coriander seed, frankincense and Calabrian bergamot. In the heart, nutmeg, cashmere wood and Virginia cedar build a woody body. Musk, patchouli and amber in the base soften the sweetness, while the synthetic accord adds a slightly sharp edge. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage moderate. Most pick fall and spring, then winter, while summer lags far behind. Evening, daily wear and business settings get similar support. Avon Black Suede Touch and Afnan Supremacy in Oud have a close profile.

Full Play (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Otto Kern · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Full Play Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent built around rhubarb, lemon and lavender; it has been discontinued. It opens with rhubarb, lemon and aldehydes, sharp and airy. Lavender, cypriol and violet leaf then bring a spicy, green thread. Cashmere wood and Virginia cedar form a woody base, while fruity and sweet touches soften it and a synthetic sheen stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead, with evening chosen less. It reads masculine and modern. Bentley Bentley for Men Azure and s.Oliver Black Label Men have a close profile.

Chaco

7.6

Nissaba · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nissaba Chaco is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy, green character on a woody base, and it leans towards spring and summer days. Lemon, bergamot and orange give it a bright citrus feel, while Paraguayan petigrain and Paraguayan maté absolute pull it towards green. Virginia cedar, Atlas cedar, Paraguayan palo santo and Paraguayan gaiac wood carry it into a woody, lightly spicy direction. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine sit close together, so it reads comfortably either way. Chanel Paris - Édimbourg and Cartier Déclaration (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Santi Burgas

7.9

Santi Burgas · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Green

Santi Burgas is a unisex scent that sharpens a fresh opening of mandarin orange, orange and Sicilian bergamot with thyme, then settles into a leathery, resinous heart; it has been discontinued. Citrus leads at first, and thyme adds a green, spicy edge. The heart brings Egyptian geranium, violet and leather, while the base of patchouli, benzoin, Virginia cedar, vanilla and amber closes it in a woody, earthy, resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean slightly towards fall over spring and winter, though summer isn't ruled out, and leisure, office and evening wear are close. Most read it as masculine. Jovoy L'Art de la Guerre and Fragrance Du Bois Milano have a close profile.

1965 - L'Essence de Flamboyance

7.6

YVRA · 2019

Spicy · Woody · Resinous

YVRA 1965 - L'Essence de Flamboyance is a spicy, resinous and leathery men's scent, with a woody, smoky side that suits autumn and winter evenings. Pink pepper, bergamot and saffron open with a spicy brightness, softened by nutmeg and Italian lemon. Leather, labdanum and frankincense lead the heart, while orange and mandarin add a light sweetness. Indonesian patchouli, Virginia cedar, musk and amber build an earthy, woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and evening, night out and leisure come up most. Half of voters read it as masculine, and many call it classic.

Salsa

6.2

Miro · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Miro Salsa is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that settles into a sweet, powdery and woody base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than announcing itself. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer not far behind. Business, daily wear and leisure lead the occasions, while night-out use is less common. It opens with violet, lavender and bergamot alongside a chypre accord, which gives a cool, fresh start. In the heart, jasmine, rose and red berries add a soft, sweet floral note. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, Virginia cedar and tobacco dries down spicy, oriental and faintly animal. Its profile is close to M. Micallef Rose Aoud and Lancôme Magie.

Sources d'Origine - Terre Initiale

7.3

Jardin de France · 2016

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Jardin de France Sources d'Origine - Terre Initiale is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green character against an earthy, woody base. It wears with moderate sillage and good longevity. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though summer has its followers too. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it sits comfortably at the office as well. The sample is small, but longevity is rated well. It opens with pink pepper and mandarin orange zest, lively, lightly spicy and fruity. In the heart, mugwort and davana blossom add a green, herbal note. It dries down onto frankincense, Virginia cedar and patchouli, a woody, earthy footing. Comme des Garçons Rouge and Penhaligon's Sports Car Club have a close profile.

304 Cumin Fleur d'Amandier Cèdre

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bon Parfumeur 304 Cumin Fleur d'Amandier Cèdre is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, floral core against spice and wood. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Voters lean towards leisure and evening wear, with night out and business also named. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. It opens with bergamot, black pepper and ginger absolute for a spicy lift. In the heart, almond blossom, heliotrope and geranium bring a powdery, creamy softness, while cumin adds an animal warmth. The base of cedarwood, Virginia cedar and vetiver settles into a dry, resinous wood.

Daddy

7.3

D.L. Roelen · 2020

Floral · Green · Sweet

D.L. Roelen Daddy is a unisex chypre that sets floral and green tones against sweet, spicy and animalic ones. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, with summer well behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also suits evenings and the office. It opens with clary sage, mandarin orange, fennel and chamomile, a herbal, lightly green start. The heart brings lavender, jasmine, Virginia cedar and oakmoss. Patchouli, vanilla, ambergris and tobacco sweeten the base and settle it into an earthy warmth.

SEΛENE

7.4

Manos Gerakinis · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Manos Gerakinis SEΛENE is a unisex fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with a floral, lightly sweet heart and a green edge. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, grapefruit zest and petitgrain, bright and crisp. The heart brings orange blossom, jasmine sambac and violet, with praliné adding a soft sweetness. The base settles into sandalwood, musk, ambergris and Virginia cedar, calm and woody. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though few people have voted so far. The fresh, floral build reads as neither strictly masculine nor feminine. It suits spring and summer days when you want something light that still leaves a trail. Nuxe Prodigieux Néroli - Le Parfum and Loewe Aire Sutileza Elixir have a close profile.

Oiseau Rare

7.6

Givenchy · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Oiseau Rare is a unisex fragrance that sets the bite of pepper and the softness of pittosporum blossom over a woody base. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it leaves a noticeable but not overpowering trail. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably in the middle ground between masculine and feminine. It opens fresh and citrusy, with spicy pepper leading the way, and a floral pittosporum blossom comes through in the heart. In the base, Virginia cedar and Paraguayan gaiac wood build a woody frame, while Bourbon vanilla absolute adds a creamy, smooth finish.

Kafka (2022)

8.4

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume · 2022

Floral · Spicy · Animal

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Kafka is a unisex chypre with a smoky, leathery and earthy character, made for those who like dark, heavy scents. Oakmoss, birch tar and tobacco dominate, while Virginia cedar and Sumatran patchouli lay a woody, earthy base. Labdanum and styrax add a resinous, animalic depth, which vanilla softens. Champaca and narcissus stay in the background as a powdery floral sweetness, and bergamot lightens the mix slightly. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and almost all voters find it long-lasting. It sits comfortably on anyone, and it is a dense, characterful scent.

Ithaka

7.7

Mendittorosa · 2019

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Mendittorosa Ithaka is a smoky, woody and sweet unisex scent that opens on bergamot and settles into incense and resin. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the votes are few, so the picture is tentative. Nothing is known about the seasons or occasions it suits. It reads as unisex. Bergamot gives a bright citrus start. The heart holds frankincense and magnolia, with the floral side staying soft beside the incense. The base is led by cypriol, labdanum, incense resin, patchouli and benzoin, and Virginia cedar adds a woody edge to this warm, spicy, smoky foundation.

In the Mood for Love Pure

6.5

Gianfranco Ferré · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Gianfranco Ferré In the Mood for Love Pure is a fresh, fruity floral for spring and summer days, made for women and now discontinued. It is a light wear: sillage is weak and longevity moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily use, leisure and the office rather than nights out. It opens with bergamot, blackcurrant, peach, pear and red apple, a bright, juicy fruit. Jasmine, cherry blossom, rose and lily bring a soft floral heart. The base of Virginia cedar, woody notes and musk leaves a sweet, powdery finish. Lalique Azalée and La Rive Moon have a close profile.

The Majestic Jardin

7.2

Alexandre.J · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Alexandre.J The Majestic Jardin is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent built around almond, cherry and tobacco, suited to autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions, with leisure wear well behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the vote counts are small, so those ratings are tentative. As a unisex scent it sits comfortably on men and women alike. It opens with almond and bitter orange, then moves into black pepper, cherry and cherry blossom. In the base, tobacco, vanilla and cinnamon keep the sweetness going while Virginia cedar and patchouli add a woody floor. The overall feel is fruity and floral sweetness mixed with smoky spice. Ex Nihilo Midnight Special and Initio Narcotic Delight have a close profile.

Corduroy

6.3

Zirh · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Zirh Corduroy is a men's fragrance built around grapefruit, cinnamon and vanilla, pairing fresh citrus with sweet spice; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and then winter, and it suits daily wear and the office best. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters call it masculine and modern. It opens with grapefruit and coral for a fresh citrus lift. In the heart, cinnamon, cardamom and suede add a spicy, slightly animalic warmth. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood sweeten it and settle it into a powdery, woody finish.