The Perfume Library

Cedrat Boise

7.7

Mancera · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Mancera Cedrat Boise is a unisex fragrance that sets the brightness of lemon and blackcurrant against spice, leather and a smoky, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and see it as an easy fit for daily wear, leisure and the office. It leans masculine in character, though many also call it modern. It opens with Sicilian lemon, blackcurrant and spices, fresh and fruity. Patchouli and water jasmine sit in the heart, while woody notes, leather, musk, vanilla and oakmoss settle underneath. The citrus sparkle gradually gives way to a sweeter, leathery, smoky depth. Mancera Intense Cedrat Boise and Reyane Tradition Insurrection II Pure have a close profile.

Olympēa (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Rabanne · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Rabanne Olympēa Eau de Parfum is a fresh, sweet and floral women's fragrance built around green mandarin orange, salted vanilla and water jasmine. Olympēa is rated good for both longevity and sillage. Voters don't tie it to one season: fall and spring lead slightly, with summer and winter close behind. Daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions, with night out and evening not far off. Most voters find it feminine, and some call it modern. It opens with green mandarin orange, which keeps things fresh. In the heart, salted vanilla and water jasmine join sweet and floral, while kahili ginger adds a light touch of spice. Cashmere wood and ambergris give the base a woody, creamy footing. Aquatic, fruity and gourmand accords run through it. Olympēa Aqua and Mugler Alien have a close profile.

Elixir d'Amour

8.2

Parfums d'Elmar · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Parfums d'Elmar Elixir d'Amour is a unisex scent that sets a floral, fruity core against spice, wood and a sweet warmth. It opens with pink pepper, saffron and bergamot, while fig leaf adds a green edge. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, raspberry and water jasmine come forward, with gaiac wood and lily of the valley alongside. In the base, caramel, vanilla and amber sweeten it, and oud, patchouli and musk build a creamy, oriental footing. Most voters find both its longevity and sillage strong. Autumn and winter get the most votes, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes split between feminine and masculine, so it sits comfortably on either.

Andromeda (Extrait de Parfum)

7.3

Tiziana Terenzi · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Extrait de Parfum

Tiziana Terenzi Andromeda Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity opening with a creamy, sweet base. The top notes of grass, bergamot and water jasmine give it a fresh, green start, while damask rose, peach and pear nectar bring a soft, fruity floral heart. In the base, vanilla, milk and coconut sweeten it and settle it into a powdery, creamy finish. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Most pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Feminine leads the character votes, though a fair share call it masculine. Maison Alhambra Anarch and Le Galion La Rose have a close profile.

Ocean di Gioia

7.9

Giorgio Armani · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Ocean di Gioia is a fresh, aquatic scent where citrus and flowers meet a green lightness, and it suits summer and spring days. The top holds pear, green notes and citrus fruits, giving a fruity, bright first impression. In the heart, lily of the valley, rose, marine notes and water jasmine turn it watery and floral. Musk and sandalwood in the base soften it and add a lightly sweet warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring; daily wear, leisure and business settings lead, while evening trails far behind. It reads mostly feminine, and also modern. Jessica Simpson I Fancy You and Mexx Simply for Her have a close profile.

Pluie sur Ha Long

7.6

Ella K Parfums · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Ella K Parfums Pluie sur Ha Long is a fresh, aquatic and floral scent that pairs the coolness of rain with a green, flowery softness, and it is classed as unisex. Rhubarb, pink pepper and nashi pear open green, lightly fruity and cool. In the heart, lotus, rose, water jasmine and magnolia add a soft floral note, while the sweet accord stays in the background. The base of musk, Ambrofix and Akigalawood® dries it down clean with a faintly woody finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the settings that lead. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters call it feminine, though it also reads as unisex. Floris Sirena and Giorgio Armani Ocean di Gioia have a close profile.

Envy Me

6.9

Gucci · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Gucci Envy Me is a fresh, floral and fruity women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days, from daytime to the office; it has been discontinued. It opens with pink peony, pineapple and lychee in a fruity, bright mix, while pink pepper and pomegranate add a lively edge. The heart turns softly floral with white tea and pink musk, and the base of teakwood and sandalwood settles into a woody, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions chosen most often. Half of the voters read it as feminine, with a good share calling it modern.

Ambar del Sur

7.8

Carner · 2018

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Carner Ambar del Sur is a unisex amber fragrance that most voters place in autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays on skin for a long time without filling the room. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, and is chosen less often for the office or daily wear. Voters are split between masculine and feminine. It opens with Italian bergamot. The heart gathers amber, Australian sandalwood, water jasmine and Indonesian patchouli, and the base holds myrrh, Spanish cistus, Venezuelan tonka bean and Bourbon vanilla absolute. The result is sweet, spicy and woody, with a powdery, creamy, resinous feel. Prada Midnight Train and Xerjoff Amber Star have a close profile.

Nilang (2011) (Eau de Parfum)

6.1

Lalique · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lalique Nilang is a fresh, sweet women's fragrance that moves from peach, mandarin orange and lotus up top to a vanilla and praliné base. It opens with a fruity brightness from peach, mandarin orange and melon. The heart turns floral and soft with freesia, narcissus and water jasmine, with a little clove for spice. In the base, vanilla, praliné and musk lend a gourmand sweetness, while sandalwood and amber give it a woody, powdery footing. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. The majority find it feminine. Lalique Nilang (1995) (Eau de Toilette) and Chopard Cašmir (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

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6.6

Masakï Matsushïma · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Masakï Matsushïma mat; is a fresh, aquatic women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, work and everyday wear, less so evenings. It reads feminine and modern. It opens with watermelon, mango, juniper berry, parsley and bamboo leaf, a fruity freshness with a green edge. The heart of tea, white rose, mint, water jasmine and lotus turns floral and watery. Crystal musk and reed leave a soft, clean trail. Kenzo L'Eau par Kenzo pour Femme and Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl have a close profile.

Hedera

7.6

L'Erbolario · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Hedera is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; though discontinued, it offers a light green-floral character for everyday wear. Hedera opens bright with bergamot, lemon and grapefruit leaf, softened by orange blossom. In the heart, ivy, pineapple and Damask rose lead, with water jasmine and lavender adding a green, fruity touch. Cedarwood, vetiver and coconut gather it onto a woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office, rarely for evening or night out. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads comfortably on either side. Al Haramain Neroli Canvas and DSH Perfumes Aqua Admirabilis have a close profile.

Kogaï for Her / 戸外

7.8

Annayake · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Annayake Kogaï for Her / 戸外 is a feminine scent that pairs a fresh, floral character with sweet, powdery and creamy touches. Pink pepper, mandarin orange and water jasmine open on a bright note. In the heart, peony, iris, frangipani and freesia bring out the floral side. Sandalwood, cedar and vanilla close it with a woody, creamy sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it is chosen mainly for leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters read it as feminine and modern. Kayali Musk | 12 and Guerlain Eau de Lingerie have a close profile.

Intrusion (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Oscar de la Renta · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Oscar de la Renta Intrusion Eau de Parfum pairs a fresh opening of Sicilian bergamot, neroli and grapefruit with a floral heart of lily and gardenia, and it suits women; it has been discontinued. It opens with Sicilian bergamot, star anise, neroli, grapefruit and mandarin orange, a bright citrus layer. In the heart, lily, gardenia, water jasmine and peony add a soft floral touch, while aquatic and green accords keep it clean rather than heavy. The base of musk, amber and patchouli leaves a warm, woody floor. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with evening and sport well behind. Most voters call it feminine. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò and Kenzo 10:10 AM in Sicilia have a close profile.

Betula

7.3

Olfactive Pharmacy · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Olfactive Pharmacy Betula is a fresh, woody unisex scent that opens with green notes, bergamot and birch leaf, then moves into cedar leaf and vetiver. It opens cool and citrusy, with green notes, bergamot, birch leaf and citron. The heart adds a soft floral touch through cedar leaf, water jasmine, rose and oak wood absolute. The base is woody and slightly spicy, built on vetiver, birch tar and cedarwood, softened by musk and amber. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Most voters read it as masculine, though it works as a unisex scent too. Creed Royal Mayfair and Etro Via Verri have a close profile.

Capelli d'Oro

7.3

Linari · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Linari Capelli d'Oro is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, with a floral heart softened by fruit. It opens with bergamot, Calabrian mandarin orange and raspberry, while blackcurrant absolute and nutmeg add a light sweetness to the bright start. In the heart, Turkish rose, magnolia and water jasmine set a floral base, and apple and grapefruit keep the green, fruity tone going. The base of cedarwood, musk and sandalwood closes it with a calm, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear ahead and office use not far behind. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, and many also call it modern. Its profile is close to DKNY Be Delicious (Eau de Parfum) and Clinique Happy (Perfume).

Acqua di Gioia Jasmine Edition

6.9

Giorgio Armani · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia Jasmine Edition is a fresh, green-leaning women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with galbanum, violet leaf, lemon and green apple, a cool, citrusy and fruity start. The heart is jasmine absolute and water jasmine, where the floral and aquatic sides come forward. In the base, brown sugar, cedar and musk sweeten it slightly and settle it on a woody footing. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without overwhelming. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads feminine. Acqua di Gioia (Eau de Parfum) has a close profile.

L'Eau Rêvée d'Isa

7.6

Sisley · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Sisley L'Eau Rêvée d'Isa is a fresh, green unisex scent that opens with pink pepper and bergamot and centres on water jasmine and green tea. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often; the largest share of voters finds it feminine, though some read it as masculine. The top notes of pink pepper, bergamot and black pepper bring a light spiciness and freshness. In the heart, water jasmine, green tea and rose give a floral but green character. The base of musk, patchouli and oakmoss settles it onto an earthy, chypre ground.

Caprissimo (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Carthusia · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Carthusia Caprissimo Eau de Toilette is a fresh citrus-and-floral unisex scent with green, powdery and woody sides; it has been discontinued. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and red mandarin orange, while gardenia, lilac and damask rose build the floral side. In the heart, green leaves, clove, Florentine iris and tuberose come in; the base settles into sandalwood, white musk and patchouli, which make it woody and powdery. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. More voters call it feminine, though a good share read it as masculine. Guerlain Chant d'Arômes and Estēe Lauder White Linen have a close profile.

Oud

7.5

Gisada · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Gisada Oud is a unisex fragrance that sets the fruity sweetness of raspberry against a warm, woody-oriental body of oud, patchouli and amber. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good. The masculine reading leads in the character votes, though a fair share also call it feminine, so unisex fits best. It opens with raspberry, rosewood and rhubarb for a fruity lift. The heart brings leather, rose, water jasmine and sandalwood. The base of oud, patchouli, tonka bean, amber and vanilla settles into a sweet, spicy, woody warmth.

Central Park

7.3

Bond No. 9 · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bond No. 9 Central Park is a fresh, green unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. On character, masculine leads, with feminine not far behind. It opens with basil and vervain, giving a citrusy, green freshness. Lily of the valley and water jasmine add a light floral heart. Kashmiri musk, patchouli and blue atlas cedar settle it onto a soft, woody base.

Laguna Maravilla (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Salvador Dali · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Salvador Dali Laguna Maravilla Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy feminine scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. Most voters read its character as feminine. It opens with Italian lemon, Italian mandarin orange, lemon vervain and Italian bergamot, giving a fresh, aquatic, green start. In the heart, Egyptian rose, lily of the valley, water jasmine and cyclamen add a soft floral layer. Amber, Madagascan sandalwood, vanilla and musk sweeten the base slightly and settle it into a warm finish.

Lungomare (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Roberto Capucci

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Roberto Capucci Lungomare Eau de Parfum is a fresh, marine-leaning men's fragrance that suits summer and spring days; it has been discontinued. It opens with lime, marine notes and neroli, a bright citrus start. At the heart, water jasmine, davana and patchouli add a soft floral, green touch. The base of algae absolute, musk, precious woods and ambergris settles into a woody, salty finish. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most see it as masculine and modern. M. Micallef Osaïto and New Notes Queen of the Sea have a close profile.

XS pour Elle

7.7

Rabanne · 1994

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rabanne XS pour Elle is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with green and fruity touches that suits spring and summer days and everyday wear. Now discontinued, it is most often placed in spring and summer by voters, and it is chosen for daytime, work and leisure rather than for evenings or nights out. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. The top opens with water jasmine, peony and mandarin orange, fresh and lightly sweet. Neroli, freesia and amber bring the floral side forward in the heart. In the base, musk, sandalwood and ylang-ylang settle it into a powdery, woody softness. Penhaligon's Artemisia and Floris Night Scented Jasmine have a close profile.

Tumbao - Cuba

6.7

FiiLiT · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

FiiLiT Tumbao - Cuba is a unisex fragrance that sharpens fresh citrus with spice and tobacco, easy to wear day to day in any season. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither projects from across the room nor vanishes quickly. Most voters pick fall, then spring, with winter and summer a little behind. Daily, business and evening wear are voted almost equally. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. It opens with grapefruit, lemon and bergamot, while Thai ginger adds an edge. Cardamom and water jasmine form the heart. The base of amberwood, vetiver, tobacco and rum leaves a sweet, woody warmth, and red chili carries a spicy trace underneath. The accords are fresh, citrusy and spicy.