The Perfume Library

White Tea (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Elizabeth Arden · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Elizabeth Arden White Tea Eau de Toilette is a fresh, lightly floral women's scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with Italian mandarin orange, white fern, clary sage and sea breeze for a cool, clean start. At the heart, white tea and white iris add a powdery, green softness. Indian woods and tonka bean settle the base into something woody and creamy. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and office use leading. Most see it as feminine, though modern and classic readings also get votes. It shares a close profile with Prada Infusion d'Iris and Prada Luna Rossa.

Unreal

7.4

Kinetic Perfumes · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Kinetic Perfumes Unreal is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of ginger, pepper and Amalfi lemon against leather and a dry vetiver and cedar base. It opens with ginger, pepper, juniper berry and Amalfi lemon, with white iris softening that sharp, spicy freshness. In the heart, rum, leather, benzoin and magnolia take over, and the leather gives the scent its leathery side. The base of vetiver, cedar, sandalwood and tonka bean settles into a woody, slightly sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and it is also chosen for leisure and nights out. It reads more masculine than feminine but stays unisex. Tiziana Terenzi Kaff and Penhaligon's Juniper Sling have a close profile.

Ralph

7.0

Ralph Lauren · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ralph Lauren Ralph is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's fragrance built around apple leaf, mandarin orange and osmanthus. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick summer and spring. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and far less towards evenings out. It reads feminine and modern. It opens with apple leaf and mandarin orange brightening the scent, while osmanthus adds a soft fruity sweetness. In the heart, boronia, magnolia and freesia give it a floral rhythm, with an aquatic note keeping it cool. White iris and musk soften the base. Kenzo Aqua Kenzo pour Femme and Ralph Lauren Ralph Fresh have a close profile.

Le Gemme - Calaluna

8.0

Bvlgari · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Bvlgari Le Gemme - Calaluna is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around heliotrope, sandalwood and white iris; it has been discontinued. The scent reads as a whole rather than in stages. Heliotrope and white iris set a floral, powdery and creamy base, and sandalwood softens it with woody warmth. The fresh accord keeps it from turning heavy, while the sweetness and a touch of spice stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters find it feminine, and it leans towards spring and fall, with office, leisure and daily wear the most voted occasions. Accord Parfait Boisé - Heliotrope & Santal and Jo Malone Mimosa & Cardamom (Cologne) have a close profile.

Iris d'Argent

7.4

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Keiko Mecheri Iris d'Argent pairs white iris and black iris with green notes and citrus notes, giving a fresh, powdery, lightly woody scent that leans towards spring and summer. Taken as a whole, iris leads: a floral, powdery base is brightened by citrus notes and cooled by green notes. The chypre accord adds a dry, woody frame that keeps the scent from turning sweet. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It is classed as a men's fragrance, yet most voters read it as feminine. Van Cleef & Arpels Gardénia Pétale and Parfums de Marly Galloway have a close profile.

Caramella d'Amore

7.3

Il Profvmo · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Il Profvmo Caramella d'Amore is a feminine perfume built around pistachio, popcorn and strawberry cotton candy, with a fresh, powdery sweetness. It has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business settings close behind. Voters read it as feminine and modern. Pistachio opens it with a light nutty note. In the heart, white iris, popcorn, caramelized nuts and strawberry cotton candy give a sweet, creamy gourmand feel. In the base, moss, white violet and vanilla soften that sweetness and settle it into a powdery floral finish.

Kaff (Extrait de Parfum)

7.4

Tiziana Terenzi · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Extrait de Parfum

Tiziana Terenzi Kaff Extrait de Parfum carries the freshness of bergamot and juniper over iris, leather and a cedar base, making it a green, fresh unisex scent; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter ahead of summer. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and it is also chosen for nights out. The votes lean masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. It opens with bergamot, juniper, ginger and pink pepper, a fresh and lightly spicy start. In the heart, iris, magnolia and Tuscan leather come forward, softened by ambergris. The base of cedar, vetiver and tonka bean leaves a woody, faintly sweet finish. Kinetic Perfumes Unreal and Tiziana Terenzi Kaff Attar have a close profile.

L'Ange Noir (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Givenchy · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Givenchy L'Ange Noir Eau de Parfum opens with pink pepper and almond before moving into white iris, black sesame, amber and tonka bean, a sweet, gourmand scent for women. Pink pepper and almond begin with a spicy sweetness. In the heart, white iris brings a powdery, floral softness while black sesame adds a smoky depth. The base of amber and tonka bean settles into a creamy, woody, oriental warmth. Most voters pick winter and fall, and both longevity and sillage are rated good. It is chosen most for evenings and nights out, with some daily wear as well. It reads mostly feminine. Guerlain Tonka Impériale and Van Cleef & Arpels Ambre Impérial have a close profile.

Iris Pourpre

7.0

Keiko Mecheri · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Keiko Mecheri Iris Pourpre pairs white iris and black iris with rose for a powdery, floral scent made for women, suited to relaxed daytime wear; it has been discontinued. White iris and black iris form the backbone, with rose softening the floral side. Bergamot adds freshness, while the chypre accord leaves a dry depth underneath. The overall impression is fresh, powdery and lightly sweet, with fruity and spicy touches staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads clearly feminine to most. Parfum d'Empire Eau Suave and Serge Lutens La Fille de Berlin have a close profile.

Pear

7.7

Perfumer H · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Perfumer H Pear is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent led by white pear, tangerine and Sicilian lemon; it has been discontinued. The fruity freshness of pear is brightened by Italian bergamot and tangerine. Chamomile and violet leaf add a green, floral touch, while white iris and white musk bring a powdery softness. Sandalwood, rosewood and Bourbon vanilla form a woody, lightly sweet base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. More voters call it feminine than masculine. Its profile is close to Clive Christian 1872 for Women and Rancé 1795 Eau de France.

Talc

8.3

IUNX · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

IUNX Talc is a powdery, creamy unisex scent built around ambrette seed and white iris; it has been discontinued. The notes are ambrette seed, white iris, rice absolute and white cedar. Powdery and creamy accords dominate, with a fresh, floral feel alongside them. Sweetness and spice stay in the background and soften the scent, while white cedar gives it a light woody frame. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters point to spring, summer and fall, with daily wear and the office leading the occasions. It reads somewhat more feminine than masculine. Mugler Over the Musk and Aerin Ambrette de Noir have a close profile.

Saint Rémy / Parfum 3

6.4

Fugazzi · 2019

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Fugazzi Saint Rémy / Parfum 3 is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green opening over a woody, leathery and earthy base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to spring and fall, though summer and winter are not far behind, and it sits closest to leisure, office and daytime wear. Most voters read it as masculine, but a fair share call it feminine or classic. Bergamot, pink pepper and juniper berry give a cool, spicy start, while white iris adds a powdery softness. In the heart, vetiver, sandalwood and ginger lead, with magnolia easing the edges. The base of leather, Virginia cedar wood, amber and tonka bean dries down warm and woody.

For You!

5.8

Helene Fischer · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Helene Fischer For You! is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with a sweet, powdery turn, leaning towards leisure and everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and quiet. Most voters place it in autumn and winter, then spring, and pick leisure, daily and business settings. It reads mostly as feminine and modern. It opens with bergamot and amber, while heliotrope, white iris and apple blossom give the heart a floral, lightly fruity face. In the dry-down, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten and soften it. It carries a powdery, slightly synthetic feel. Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush (Eau de Parfum) and Câline À La Vie have a close profile.

Free Wave for Him (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Hollister · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Hollister Free Wave for Him Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy opening of ginger, pink pepper and finger lime on a woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it is chosen mainly for leisure and daily wear; it reads masculine and modern. It opens with ginger, pink pepper and finger lime, spicy and bright. In the heart, oakmoss, white iris and algae bring an aquatic feel. Driftwood, cedarwood and ambergris leave a woody, slightly sweet base. Hugo Element and Dior Sauvage have a close profile.

Vetiver (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Malin + Goetz · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Malin + Goetz Vetiver Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green and woody unisex scent built around grapefruit zest, cardamom and Haitian vetiver, suited to leisure and workdays. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and business come up most often for occasions. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Voters lean towards masculine, though it remains unisex. It opens with grapefruit zest, cardamom and Italian bergamot, which give a citrusy, lightly spicy freshness. In the heart, celery seed and white iris add a green, powdery side. The base of Haitian vetiver, gaiac wood and amber settles it into an earthy, woody finish. Prada Infusion de Vétiver and Comme des Garçons Vettiveru have a close profile.

Dança Mística

7.3

Sol de Janeiro · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Sol de Janeiro Dança Mística opens with champagne and fig, moves into Anjou pear and white iris, and reads as a fresh, fruity, creamy women's fragrance for spring and summer days. The top notes, champagne and fig, give a light, airy start. In the heart, lily of the valley, Anjou pear and white iris carry a floral and green freshness. Vanilla, sandalwood and amber sweeten the base and leave a creamy, woody warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with daily wear and leisure leading and office wear also fitting. It reads feminine and modern. The Body Shop Italian Summer Fig and Borntostandout Fig Porn have a close profile.

Iris Bleu & Iris Blanc

6.6

L'Occitane en Provence · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Occitane en Provence Iris Bleu & Iris Blanc is a fresh, floral women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with citrus notes and blackcurrant. In the heart, peach, fig milk, white iris and ylang-ylang come together, giving it a fruity, green and slightly creamy character. The base of cedar, white musk and Iris pallida settles the sweetness onto a powdery, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office settings lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine.

Amazonian Wild Lily (Eau de Toilette)

6.7

The Body Shop · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

The Body Shop Amazonian Wild Lily Eau de Toilette is a feminine scent that sets Amazon lily and white orchid in a fresh, green, lightly aquatic frame; it has been discontinued. It opens with leaves and papaya, which give a green, fruity freshness. The heart carries Amazon lily and white orchid, with the floral side softened by a citrusy, slightly sweet touch. In the base, woods and white iris stay in the background, and the whole stays light and clean. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it sits close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Most read it as feminine, and some call it modern. Givenchy Jardin Précieux and DKNY Be Delicious (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Guess 1981 Indigo for Women (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Guess · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Guess 1981 Indigo for Women Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral and aquatic scent built around sea mist, Californian lilac and fig nectar, suited to daily wear and the warmer months. It opens with sea mist, Californian lilac and fig nectar, giving a cool, lightly fruity freshness. In the heart, narcissus, blue lotus and white iris add a soft, powdery floral touch. Haitian vetiver, Pinot Noir wine and Atlas cedar settle underneath as a woody, slightly spicy base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business settings lead. It reads feminine and modern. Its profile is close to Masque IV-IV White Whale and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Essenza.

Agua Lavanda Iris

7.8

Puig · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Puig Agua Lavanda Iris is a fresh, green and powdery unisex scent that rests the crispness of lavender on the soft floral side of white iris. Lavender leads at the start, and white iris follows in the heart with a powdery, floral softness. In the base, angelica and ambrette settle the scent onto a woody, lightly spicy footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters see it working across all four seasons in similar measure, with daily wear, leisure and the office leading the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it sits comfortably between the two. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Lavande Velours and Plantes & Parfums Lavande Altitude have a close profile.

Magic in the Air (Fragrance Mist)

6.9

Bath & Body Works · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Bath & Body Works Magic in the Air (Fragrance Mist) is a fresh, sweet floral for women that most voters place in daily wear and spring; it has been discontinued. Pear blossom, water lily and persimmon give it a fresh, fruity opening. In the heart, creamy coconut cream meets jasmine and almond blossom. The dry-down softens into a warm, gourmand base of Bourbon vanilla, musk and sandalwood. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it suits those who want a light scent that stays close. Voters lean towards spring, with the other seasons fairly evenly spread, and daily wear and leisure lead the occasions. Dolce & Gabbana My Devotion and Voce di Sensi Sensa have a close profile.

MCM Cosmic Star

6.5

MCM · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

MCM Cosmic Star is a women's fragrance that pairs coconut water, pear and white chocolate, setting a fresh floral character against a gourmand sweetness. It opens with coconut water, lily of the valley and pear, fresh and fruity. In the heart, white iris, gardenia and freesia carry the floral side while white caramel softens it with sweetness. The base of white chocolate and vanilla adds a creamy warmth, and white musk and oakmoss settle that sweetness onto a woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though few votes back these ratings, so they are only a rough guide. The balance of sweet and fresh keeps it close to an easy everyday scent, and it reads clearly feminine. Montale Wild Pears and Simone Andreoli Pacific Park have a close profile.

Classique Summer Fragrance 2010

7.4

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Summer Fragrance 2010 is a fresh, citrusy women's scent made for spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Clementine, orange blossom and lemon give a bright, airy opening. In the heart, white iris, jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and lily of the valley form a floral band, with woody notes firming it up slightly. The base of musk, amber and vanilla sweetens the scent and closes it on a soft, powdery note. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn well behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, while few choose it for nights out. Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Summer Fragrance 2014 and Classique Summer Fragrance 2005 have a close profile.

Iris Bianco

7.1

L'Erbolario · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

L'Erbolario Iris Bianco is a fresh, floral scent with a powdery, creamy feel, aimed at women and leaning towards everyday wear. It opens bright and lightly spicy with orange zest and pink pepper. At the heart, white iris and Turkish rose lead, the iris adding a soft powderiness. Cardamom and vanilla in the base carry it into a creamy sweetness, while the fruity side stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, with summer and fall close behind, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Noir Rose and Clarins Par Amour have a close profile.