The Perfume Library

Invasion Barbare

8.1

Parfums MDCI · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfums MDCI Invasion Barbare is a masculine fougère that is fresh and green, softened by spice and sweet vanilla. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter and summer further behind. It draws votes across a wide range of occasions, from a night out to business and daily wear. Voters mostly describe it as masculine and classic. The top notes of violet leaf, grapefruit and bergamot give a fresh opening. In the heart, lavender, cardamom, ginger and white thyme add a spicy, herbal touch. The base of musk, Bourbon vanilla and patchouli leaves a sweet, powdery, woody finish. The Dua Brand Invasion of the Barbers and Mauboussin Mauboussin Homme have a close profile.

Yaringa

8.0

Parfums d'Elmar · 2022

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Parfums d'Elmar Yaringa is a fresh, watery unisex scent suited to spring and summer days, pairing kelp with the sweet creaminess of coconut. The top holds kelp, myrtle, vanilla and coconut, which bring out its aquatic and green side. In the heart, white thyme, cedar, salt and passion fruit add a spicy, fruity touch. The base of woody notes, musk and sweet notes softens everything and closes on a creamy warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is recommended mainly for leisure and daily wear. Votes for masculine, modern and feminine sit close together, so it reads comfortably between the two. Its profile is close to Lengling No 1 - El Pasajero and Jovoy Gardez-Moi.

Ange ou Démon (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Givenchy · 2006

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Givenchy Ange ou Démon Eau de Parfum is a floral, sweet and spicy women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with saffron, mandarin orange and white thyme, where spice and citrus shine together. The heart of lily, ylang-ylang and orchid builds a floral core. In the dry-down, tonka bean, vanilla, oakmoss and rosewood settle it into a gourmand, powdery and woody warmth. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen most for nights out and evenings. Most people read it as feminine. Jeanne Arthes Love Generation Rock and El Nabil Musc Secret have a close profile.

Lime Basil & Mandarin (Cologne)

7.0

Jo Malone · 1991

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin is a fresh, unisex cologne where bright citrus meets green, herbal notes, suited to easy daytime wear in warm weather. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and lime in a sparkling citrus burst. In the heart, basil and white thyme add a green, lightly spicy edge, softened by lilac and iris. The base of amberwood, patchouli and vetiver settles the scent onto a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily and office wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, so it reads as truly unisex. Gandini Lime e Basilico / Lime and Basil and MAYME? Pardon My French have a close profile.

Eau Noire

7.1

Dior · 2004

Floral · Green · Sweet

Dior Eau Noire is a unisex scent where a green, sweet core is shadowed by spicy, smoky tones, and it suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with clary sage and white thyme, herbal and aromatic. Virginia cedar and lavender give the heart a woody frame, while liquorice, green stems and vanilla in the base spread a gourmand sweetness over the green. Floral and resinous sides stay in the background, and earthy, smoky tones darken the whole. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. It reads more masculine, though it is unisex. Serge Lutens Encens et lavande has a close profile.

Russian Leather (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

Memo Paris · 2016

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Memo Paris Russian Leather Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green fougère character with warm leather, and it leans towards fall and spring days. It opens with white thyme, cypriol and lily of the valley; in the heart, Provençal lavender, clary sage and rosemary build a herbal fougère line. The base holds vetiver, leather, patchouli and vanilla, where the leathery, woody side gradually takes over and the vanilla softens its edges. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it suits leisure, evening and daily wear, with business settings close behind. It reads mostly masculine, and many voters call it classic. Guy Laroche Drakkar Intense and Cartier Roadster (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Le Pavillon d'Or

7.6

Dusita · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Absolue Pour le Matin (2010)

7.3

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Absolue Pour le Matin is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, daytime and leisure hours; it has been discontinued. Sicilian lemon and bergamot make up the bright side of the scent. Neroli and violet add a soft, slightly powdery floral note, while white thyme and lavender bring a green, spicy edge that keeps it dry and clean. The creamy accord rounds off the sharpness of the citrus. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and the office leading the occasions. Feminine votes edge ahead on character, though masculine votes are close behind. Rochas Moustache Original 1949 and Acqua di Parma Note di Colonia I have a close profile.

The Beat for Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Burberry · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Burberry The Beat for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and spicy men's scent that suits spring and autumn, from daytime errands to the office. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays comfortable at a desk, at work and through everyday routines without crowding the people around you. Most voters pick spring and autumn, summer follows, and few choose winter. It reads masculine and modern. The opening pairs black pepper with citron and violet leaf, so citrus freshness meets a green, leafy edge and a spicy bite. White thyme and geranium carry the green through the heart, and vetiver with woody notes settles into a dry, clean base. Byredo Open Sky and Harry Lehmann Key West have a close profile.

Entre Ciel et Mer

7.3

Pierre Guillaume · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Pierre Guillaume Entre Ciel et Mer is a fresh, sea-tinged unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with white thyme, pear, leaves and lavender, which give a green, lightly fruity freshness. The heart turns salty and marine with algae absolute, lichen, ambergris and iodine. Tree moss and New Caledonian sandalwood settle it onto a woody, creamy base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. Tommy Hilfiger The Girl and Tiziana Terenzi Telea have a close profile.

Ricki Hall - Booze & Baccy

7.8

Captain Fawcett's · 2016

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Captain Fawcett's Ricki Hall - Booze & Baccy is a men's fragrance that pairs a sweet, spicy body with a smoky, resinous texture, and it suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with bay rum, bergamot and orange, which feel fresh and slightly tart. In the heart, galbanum, white thyme and coriander add a green, herbal spice. The base brings the sweetness of vanilla and benzoin, while frankincense and tobacco leaf settle it on a smoky, earthy ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with leisure wear close behind. It reads mostly masculine and classic. Juozas Statkevičius Juozas Statkevičius and Bois 1920 Real Patchouly have a close profile.

Alfa

7.6

Mendittorosa · 2012

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Mendittorosa Alfa is a unisex scent that sets a floral, spicy streak on a woody, resinous and smoky base. It opens with white thyme and ravansara. In the heart, saffron, carnation, clove, jasmine and nutmeg form a spicy-floral blend. Indian sandalwood, frankincense and oud lead the base, while white musk softens the woody, powdery, smoky picture. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter and summer further behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and business wear. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. Mendittorosa Id and Vyrao Witchy Woo have a close profile.

Pelagos

6.9

Dusita · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dusita Pelagos is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex fragrance that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and everyday wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter far behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most voted settings. It reads more masculine to most voters, though a fair share see it as feminine. It opens with sea breeze, bergamot and litsea cubeba for a bright, fresh start. In the heart, white thyme, orris butter and tonka bean add a spicy, powdery, creamy softness. Sandalwood, patchouli and leather build a woody base underneath. Bottega Veneta Illusione Bois Nu and Gucci Guilty Cologne pour Homme have a close profile.

Love Generation Rock

7.2

Jeanne Arthes · 2010

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Jeanne Arthes Love Generation Rock is a sweet, powdery women's fragrance that opens with mandarin orange and saffron and settles into vanilla and tonka bean. The top pairs saffron, mandarin orange and white thyme: the mandarin adds a fruity lift, while saffron and thyme give a spicy edge. Lily, ylang-ylang and orchid form a floral heart. In the base, oak wood absolute, vanilla, Brazilian rosewood and tonka bean turn it creamy, gourmand and oriental. Voters find both longevity and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear as well as evenings out, and it reads as feminine.

How to Say Bicycle in French

6.2

Imaginary Authors · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Imaginary Authors How to Say Bicycle in French is a fresh, green unisex scent with a sweet, powdery softness, leaning towards spring and summer days. White thyme, basil and rosemary set up the green, spicy backbone, while clary sage, gentian and lavender pull it towards a floral, powdery softness. The notes don't split into stages; the scent moves as one piece from start to finish. A light sweetness and a slightly synthetic brightness sit beneath the fresh air of it. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it sits evenly between the two. Le Château du Bois Eau de Lavande Fine and Penhaligon's Lavandula have a close profile.

Antartic (1990) (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Yves Rocher · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Yves Rocher Antartic is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance with spicy and woody touches; it has been discontinued. Lime and juniper berry lead in Antartic, while white thyme and absinth add a cool, slightly bitter spiciness. Amber stays in the background and gives the scent a woody base. There is a synthetic edge among the accords, and the overall impression is clean and airy. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office; few choose it for evenings. Most voters read it as masculine.

Sail

7.3

Acqua di Portofino

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Acqua di Portofino Sail is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent suited to spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with aquatic notes and eucalyptus, with jasmine, geranium and white thyme in the heart. Patchouli, tonka bean and white musk soften the base. A fresh, floral and green character leads, while the spicy and woody touches stay in the background. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and it is picked for leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though it can be worn as a unisex scent. Axe Marine and Maiora Parfum Tempesta di Mare have a close profile.

Wild Leather

7.8

Yves Saint Laurent · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Yves Saint Laurent Wild Leather is a leathery, spicy unisex scent suited to fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. It is unisex, though more voters read it as masculine, while a fair number find it feminine. The top has black pepper, white thyme and bergamot; the heart brings geranium, saffron and lavender. It dries down to leather, gaiac wood and patchouli. The overall impression is spicy and woody, with a sweet, creamy and slightly smoky side behind it.

Granato

7.7

Omnia Profumi · 2004

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Omnia Profumi Granato is a discontinued women's fragrance that sets a floral, fruity opening over a spicy, woody and sweet base. The top notes of hawthorn, lilac, jasmine, gardenia and orange give it a bright floral-fruity start. In the heart, cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg add spice, while white thyme and aniseed soften it with a slightly green edge. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver settles into a warm, woody, oriental finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out; most voters find it feminine, though a fair share read it as masculine.

Felci

7.3

L'Erbolario

Fresh · Green · Fruity

L'Erbolario Felci is a fresh, green and fruity men's fragrance that leans towards leisure and daytime wear, from spring through autumn. Felci has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by summer and spring, and few choose winter. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. Most voters read it as masculine, though some find it feminine. The opening is cooled by melon, lime and water mint. Towards the heart, white thyme, lavender and cinnamon add a spicy, herbal touch. In the base, patchouli, cedar and vetiver give it a woody, earthy footing, while violet and Florentine iris bring a soft, powdery edge.

Par 4

7.1

Detaille

Fresh · Floral · Green

Detaille Par 4 is a men's fragrance that opens with Italian bergamot, basil and white thyme, then settles into vetiver, labdanum and oakmoss for a fresh, green, woody fougère feel. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling the room. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though summer has its share. Daily wear, leisure and office use are rated equally. Most voters call it masculine, followed by classic. Bergamot, basil and white thyme give a fresh, green start. In the heart, Bourbon geranium and saffron add a floral, spicy touch. The base of vetiver, labdanum and oakmoss turns woody, powdery and resinous, with a faint fruity-sweet softness running through.

Hinoki in Hinoki

8.0

Scents of Wood · 2022

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Scents of Wood Hinoki in Hinoki is a fresh, green and woody unisex scent led by cypress, Texas cedar and frankincense. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: cypress and Texas cedar build the woody frame, while frankincense adds a resinous, smoky depth. White thyme and clove leaf bring a spicy, green freshness, and moss pulls the forest feel closer to the earth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, with winter close behind, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters tend to call it masculine, with classic second. Mazzolari Alchemico and The Different Company Gothic Incense have a close profile.

7

6.8

Sora Dora · 2024

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Sora Dora 7 is a men's fragrance that sets the brightness of bergamot and mandarin against a woody, spicy and creamy base. It opens with a bright citrus of Italian bergamot and mandarin orange. The heart turns spicy and balsamic with Gurjum balsam, nutmeg, white thyme and myrrh. The base of ambroxan, white musk, gaiac wood, oud, sandalwood and vanilla settles it into something woody and creamy, with sweetness and a faint leathery edge among its accords. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, while summer gets a small share. It leans towards leisure time and nights out, and also works for daily and business wear. Close in profile are French Avenue El Dorado and Zara Vibrant Leather Warm.

Antigua

6.8

Morph

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Morph Antigua is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, aquatic and floral character, leaving a sweet, woody trace behind. It has been discontinued. The top is led by aquatic notes, myrtle and water lily, giving a cool, green first impression that feels close to water. In the heart, seagrass, white thyme and eucalyptus pull this toward a spicy, slightly medicinal side. The base of tonka bean and musk softens everything, adding sweetness and warmth, while the synthetic accord keeps the aquatic structure clear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so people close to you notice it but it does not fill a room. Its profile sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Gandini Note di Sale and Acqua di Portofino Sail have a close profile.