The Perfume Library

CK One Summer 2013

7.3

Calvin Klein · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2013 is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with green leaves, lemon and watermelon, which bring coolness and a light fruity sweetness. In the heart, cucumber, water lily and water mint keep the aquatic mood going, while caraway adds a faint spice. Woody notes, musk and moss dry down onto a soft base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits leisure, daily wear and sport, with the office a fair fit too. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it reads genuinely unisex.

Fresh Woman

5.4

Mexx · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mexx Fresh Woman is a fresh women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, and towards easy, everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light trace. Most voters pick summer, with spring next; daily wear, leisure, sport and the office are the settings it suits. About half of voters read it as feminine, and some call it modern. Green mandarin orange gives a bright, citrusy opening. Milkweed adds a floral, green touch in the heart, while cedarwood and water lily keep the base clean and aquatic. Fresh, citrus, floral and green accords lead, with a faint synthetic edge behind them.

Ô Oui!

7.1

Lancôme · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lancôme Ô Oui! is a fresh, citrusy and floral scent with aquatic and green touches and a light fruity sweetness, written for women. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mostly for daily wear, leisure time and the office. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close without crowding anyone. Voters mostly read it as feminine. It opens with pineapple, apple, clementine and pear, a bright, juicy fruit start. In the heart, water lily, freesia, rose and lily of the valley turn this into a soft, watery bouquet. The base of musk, cedarwood and amber leaves a calm woody warmth. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) and Thomas Sabo Eau de Karma have a close profile.

Détour Noir Exclusif

7.2

Al Haramain

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Al Haramain Détour Noir Exclusif is a unisex scent where a fresh, fruity opening settles into a sweet, spicy and woody body, leaning towards autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer well behind. Evening and night out lead the occasions, though business and daily wear also get votes. It reads more masculine and modern than feminine. The top opens with aquatic notes, mandarin orange, almond and bergamot for freshness. In the heart, water lily, rose and gardenia add a floral softness while civet leaves an animal trace. The base of Indonesian patchouli, oakmoss, amber, vanilla and coffee turns earthy, creamy and sweet. Parfums de Marly Layton and Bujairami Duo Night have a close profile.

U4eahh! 2.43

6.9

Yosh · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Yosh U4eahh! 2.43 is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Though unisex, voters read it as more feminine than masculine. Pear, cucumber and aloe vera bring coolness, while pomegranate and water lily soften it with a light fruity and floral touch. The fresh, green and aquatic character dominates, and the sweetness stays in the background. Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl Summer Ocean Wave and Bvlgari Omnia Coral have a close profile.

Tiare (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Ormonde Jayne · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Ormonde Jayne Tiare Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green floral for women, built on Sicilian lime and mandarin orange over a heart of tiaré, jasmine and ylang-ylang; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the settings named most often. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. More than half of voters read it as feminine. It opens with citrus and orange blossom. In the heart, iris, freesia and water lily lend the flowers a cool, green edge. In the base, moss, cedarwood and vetiver form a chypre structure, while sandalwood and musk soften it and add a little sweetness.

Au Lac

6.8

Eau d'Italie · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau d'Italie Au Lac pairs bitter orange leaf, fig leaf and water lily with a floral heart of jasmine sambac and osmanthus, making a fresh scent aimed at women. It opens green and aquatic, with a citrus note keeping things light. In the heart, jasmine sambac, osmanthus and rosebud sweeten the floral side, while cedarwood, mineral amber and papyrus settle it onto a powdery, lightly woody base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Most see it as feminine. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) and Lancôme Ô Oui! have a close profile.

J'Aime

6.8

La Perla · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

La Perla J'Aime is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer and suits leisure and daily wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, pepper and lychee, then moves into a floral, fruity heart of raspberry, water lily and Egyptian jasmine. Musk, patchouli, caramel and amber sweeten the base, leaving a powdery, lightly gourmand finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasions. The feminine vote clearly outweighs the rest. Dior Miss Dior Chérie (2005) (Eau de Parfum) and Liu•Jo Liu•Jo have a close profile.

Fleur

7.1

Floris · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Floris Fleur is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with water lily, melon, peach, grapefruit and bergamot, so citrus and fruit give it a cool start. The heart brings lily of the valley, jasmine, rose, violet and ylang-ylang into a garden-like floral. Musk and sandalwood soften the base, and the aquatic and green tones stay balanced against the sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it sits closer to daily, leisure and office wear. Voters mostly read it as feminine. Creed Spring Flower and La Rive Aqua Woman have a close profile.

Rain (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Clean · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Clean Rain Eau de Parfum is a fresh, aquatic women's scent that suits spring and summer days best. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards daily wear, leisure, sport and the office, with few choosing it for evening or nights out. Voters mostly read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. It opens with water mint, narcissus and melon, then moves to water lily, daisy and violet leaf, which give a floral, green freshness. Musk and woods underneath keep it soft and clean. Marc Jacobs Rain and The Body Shop White Musk L'Eau share a close profile.

Nymphea

7.2

Il Profvmo · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Il Profvmo Nymphea is a fresh, citrusy and watery floral that suits spring and summer days; it is unisex and has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though some call it modern or classic. The notes read as one whole: water lily, lotus and bamboo give an aquatic, green coolness. Orange and peach add a fruity sweetness, while fig brings a soft green touch. Jasmine, rose and lily of the valley form the floral base, and white honey pulls the scent towards the powdery, sweet side.

Ichigo Ichie

7.4

Toskovat' · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Toskovat' Ichigo Ichie is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, with a creamy, fruity sweetness that stays light. Most voters pick spring and summer, while autumn trails behind. Daily wear and leisure are the most chosen moments, followed by the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It opens with cream soda, ume, Japanese cherry blossom, hibiscus and nashi pear for a fruity freshness. In the heart, orris root, water lily and black tea soften the floral structure. The base leans on sequoia, silk and musk, with amber and frankincense adding a gentle sweetness. Tiziana Terenzi Kirkè and bdk Parfums Bouquet de Hongrie have a close profile.

After The Flood (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Apoteker Tepe · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Apoteker Tepe After The Flood Eau de Parfum pairs damp soil, moss and mushrooms with aquatic notes, giving a fresh, green unisex scent. The whole reads like a wet garden: loam, damp soil and moss lay an earthy base, while water lily and violet leaf absolute add a cool, floral-green touch. Patchouli and underwood bring a woody, slightly resinous depth, and the spicy side stays in the background. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Votes split closely between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably in between. Bentley Infinite Intense and Amouage Beach Hut Woman have a close profile.

Fjällsjö (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Björk & Berries · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Björk & Berries Fjällsjö Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with freesia, cotton fabric and ambrette seed, with water lily and magnolia at the heart. Musk, ambroxan and amber form the base. The aquatic and powdery sides come through, along with a synthetic, clean-laundry feel. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Voters tend to read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Le Père Pelletier L'Empreinte - La Chimère and Kenzo Flower by Kenzo L'Eau Originelle have a close profile.

Somerset Meadow (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Crabtree & Evelyn · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Crabtree & Evelyn Somerset Meadow Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with dew drop, bergamot, blackberry bud and ivy, so citrus and green tones lead. In the heart, water lily, peony and plum blossom add a light floral, fruity touch. Willow, musk and tree moss soften the green character at the base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, which makes it a quiet scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mostly for daily wear, office and leisure. It mostly reads feminine. The Body Shop British Rose and Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Summer have a close profile.

Young At Heart

7.3

Floraïku · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Floraïku Young At Heart is a fresh, floral unisex scent that pairs jasmine and osmanthus absolutes with bergamot, water lily and watermelon. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a light trail close to the wearer. Votes lean towards a feminine character, with modern close behind. The scent is led by an aquatic, green freshness: bergamot and water lily carry it, while watermelon adds a fruity, lightly sweet touch. Jasmine and osmanthus form the floral core, softened by orris concrete, sweet vernal grass and musk. Floris Sirena and Floris Fleur have a close profile.

Vertine

7.4

Friedemodin · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Friedemodin Vertine is a fresh, green women's fragrance that sets citrus and floral touches on a woody base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with evening far less common. Voters call it feminine more often than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with mandarin orange, peppermint, basil and galbanum, a cool, green and slightly spicy start. In the heart, fig, plum, ivy and water lily add a juicy, fruity floral note. The base of cedarwood, musk and tonka bean softens it and settles it into a woody dry-down. Lostmarc'h L'Eau du Dimanche and Floris Cefiro have a close profile.

Début by Night

6.9

Aigner · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Aigner Début by Night is a floral, fruity women's fragrance, sweet, powdery and lightly spicy, that suits the move from day into evening. It opens with a bright fruity freshness from Paraguayan bitter orange, bergamot, pear and lemon. Orange blossom, rose and water lily give the heart a soft floral body. In the base, vanilla and raspberry sweetness settles over cedarwood and patchouli, turning creamy and powdery. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and name a night out or leisure time as the occasions. It reads feminine and classic. It has been discontinued.

Sampaquita (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Ormonde Jayne · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Ormonde Jayne Sampaquita Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and green women's scent that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and the office; it has been discontinued. It opens with lychee, bergamot, grass and magnolia: a fruity freshness balanced by a green edge. In the heart, jasmine sambac absolute, lily of the valley, water lily, freesia and rose take over, and the scent turns floral and powdery. Vetiver, ambrette seed, musk and moss settle it onto a soft, slightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead. It mostly reads as feminine. Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Magnolia and Anna Sui Electric Whisper have a close profile.

Rose Gold

8.2

Ormonde Jayne · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ormonde Jayne Rose Gold is a fresh, floral and lightly spicy unisex scent built around Sicilian lime, bergamot and Taif rose absolute. It opens bright with citrus and orange blossom, then moves into jasmine, orchid and rose. In the base, labdanum, sandalwood and oud give it a woody, resinous warmth, with pink pepper adding spice. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though daily and office wear also suit it. Voters split between feminine and masculine. It has been discontinued.

Lucienne

7.1

Liis · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Liis Lucienne is a fresh, citrusy floral with an aquatic edge and a creamy softness, suited to spring and summer days. It opens with honey pomelo and lemon zest, a bright citrus start. The heart brings water lily, dragon fruit and magnolia for a floral freshness, while amber and marine notes in the base soften it, balancing creamy warmth against a watery feel. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a quiet presence. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It is marketed as unisex, though it reads more feminine. Jijide Shao Guan and Massimo Dutti Blooming Magnolia have a close profile.

Pure Grace (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Philosophy · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Philosophy Pure Grace Eau de Toilette is a clean, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer, daytime wear and relaxed hours. It opens with lavender, neroli, bergamot and lemon for a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, orange blossom, rose, lily of the valley, jasmine and water lily bring out the floral side, while aquatic and powdery accords keep it light and clear. Musk softens the base. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure lead the occasions, with the office not far behind. Most also read it as feminine. Clean Ultimate and Philosophy Amazing Grace Jasmine have a close profile.

The Key (Eau de Parfum)

6.7

Justin Bieber · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Justin Bieber The Key Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that pairs fresh boysenberry, mandarin orange and pear with jasmine and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with boysenberry, mandarin orange and pear, while osmanthus adds a floral edge to that fruity freshness. In the heart, water lily, jasmine and peach nectar soften it. The base settles into raspberry cream, vanilla and musk, with the woody, powdery side staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most voted occasions. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine.

Acadian

7.1

Pineward · 2023

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Pineward Acadian is a fresh, aquatic and green unisex scent led by oakmoss, kelp and cedar. The notes read as one whole: yuzu and bergamot add a bright lift, while juniper berry, eucalyptus and ivy bring a cool, green edge. Oakmoss and cedar lay down an earthy, woody base, softened by water lily and heliotrope. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair share too. It leans towards leisure and daily wear and sits comfortably at the office. Most voters find it masculine, yet it stays unisex in feel. Aēsop Karst and Pineward Ivymoss have a close profile.