The Perfume Library

Hungarykum Hunor

7.0

Hungarykum · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Hungarykum Hunor is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, aquatic character, softened by green and floral touches. Metallic notes, ozonic notes and aldehydes give the top a cool, sharp, slightly synthetic opening. In the heart, suede and Hungarian lavender take over; the floral, green side of the lavender meets the leathery warmth of the suede. Woody notes in the base settle the scent onto a calm, dry footing. Spicy and powdery touches stay in the background and take the edge off the coolness. Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Eau de Toilette Tonique 2010 and Glamfume White Heaven Beach Men have a close profile.

1881 Fraîcheur d'Eau

8.0

Cerruti · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Cerruti 1881 Fraîcheur d'Eau is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance for men; it has been discontinued, but its green, floral side keeps it cool and light. The top is tomato leaf, mandarin orange, bergamot and rhubarb, a green, fruity freshness. In the heart, wisteria, frangipani and violet turn that coolness into a soft floral touch. The base settles on woody notes, tonka bean and sandalwood, a calm woody footing, while the spicy accord stays in the background.

Baghdad (Perfume Oil)

8.5

Maison Anthony Marmin · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Perfume Oil

Maison Anthony Marmin Baghdad (Perfume Oil) is a unisex perfume oil that sets a floral, spicy heart against a sweet, smoky, leathery oriental base; it has been discontinued. Its sillage is rated moderate, which suits an oil that sits close to the skin and opens slowly. With so few votes, there is no clear picture of its longevity, seasons or occasions. It reads unisex and can be worn comfortably by anyone. Maison Anthony Marmin Baghdad ٢ and Montale Oud Edition have a close profile. It opens with oriental spices and rose. In the heart, Persian saffron and woody notes bring a warm, spicy-sweet feel. The base is led by sandalwood and Indian oud, where the smoky, leathery side becomes most noticeable.

Possess The Secret Man

7.0

Oriflame · 2018

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Oriflame Possess The Secret Man is a fresh, aquatic and green men's fragrance with a cool, crisp character. It opens with absinth, an ice accord and bergamot, which give it a sharp, chilled start. In the heart, orange, salty notes and sage bring out a sweet and green side. The base settles on woody notes and oak, grounding the scent in a calm, woody finish, with a synthetic texture running through the accords. Ralph Lauren Polo Ultra Blue and Karl Lagerfeld Karl Hamburg Alster have a close profile.

Chërnyj Voron / Чëрный Ворон

7.5

Ladanika · 2020

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Ladanika Chërnyj Voron / Чëрный Ворон is an unisex fragrance that pairs an earthy, smoky character with a green, fresh edge. The notes read as one whole: mushrooms and peat give it a damp, forest-floor feel, while leather and vetiver build a dry, smoky backbone. Black pepper adds a spicy bite, and violet softens that hardness slightly. Woody notes and the resinous accord bring warmth, while the green, fresh side leaves a cool breath in the background. The overall impression is dry and natural rather than sweet. Chanel Sycomore (2016) (Eau de Parfum) and L'Occitane en Provence Eau de Vetyver have a close profile.

Les Bouquets d'Orlane - Autour du Coquelicot

7.5

Orlane · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Orlane Les Bouquets d'Orlane - Autour du Coquelicot is a fresh, floral and fruity scent with a noticeable sweetness and a synthetic edge, made for women. The opening pairs cardamom, blackcurrant, citrus notes and watery fruits for a bright, juicy start. The heart builds a floral bouquet from osmanthus, tuberose and rose, with coriander adding a lightly spiced touch. In the base, woody notes, benzoin, tonka bean and musky notes soften the scent and sweeten it. Released in 2009, it has been discontinued. Kilian Sparkling Royal and Bond No. 9 Queens have a close profile.

The Blend Bourbon

9.5

O Boticário · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

O Boticário The Blend Bourbon is a sweet, gourmand oriental for men, with its sweetness held together by spice and wood. It opens with pink pepper, grapefruit and bergamot, a fresh and slightly sharp start. In the heart, clove, cinnamon, nutmeg and black pepper bring the spice forward, while crème brûlée adds a creamy, sugary softness. The base settles into Bourbon vanilla, amber, vetiver and Australian sandalwood, sweet but firmly woody. Calvin Klein Obsession for Men (Eau de Toilette) and ScentStory 24 Gold Oud Edition have a close profile.

Royal Orris

8.5

Vertus

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Vertus Royal Orris is a powdery floral unisex scent that opens with mandarin orange and violet and carries iris and jasmine in its heart. The top pairs mandarin orange, violet and clove with sweet notes, so the citrus is softened by a touch of spice. In the heart, jasmine, heliotrope and iris bring out the powdery, floral side. The base of musk, benzoin, vetiver and woody notes settles it onto a sweet, earthy, woody ground. Penhaligon's Night Scented Stock and Yves Saint Laurent Velours (2021) / Rouge Velours have a close profile.

Sil.lage.

7.5

Scentologia · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Scentologia Sil.lage. is a unisex scent that opens with a fresh citrus trio of bergamot, orange and juniper berry, then softens into tonka bean and vanilla. The top is bergamot, orange, juniper berry and celery, so the citrus and fresh accords lead. The heart of tonka bean, hazelnut, fruity notes and leather turns it fruity and spicy. Vetiver, vanilla, woody notes and amber form a warm, woody base underneath. Chanel Bleu de Chanel (Eau de Parfum) and Linari Notte Bianca have a close profile.

Nọ 7 - Le Sel de la Terre

8.5

Thomas Kosmala · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Synthetic

Thomas Kosmala Nọ 7 - Le Sel de la Terre is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built around marine notes, Italian lemon and bergamot. It opens bright and airy, with marine notes, Italian lemon and bergamot leading. In the heart, floral notes and aquatic notes soften that sharpness and add a watery, lightly floral feel. The base of musk and woody notes dries down clean, with a faintly synthetic edge. The overall character is cool and open, and it reads neither masculine nor feminine.

Spirit Oud

7.5

QueenB · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Synthetic

QueenB Spirit Oud is a unisex fragrance built around rose, saffron and jasmine, carrying a floral side and a woody side together. Rose, floral notes and woody notes lead at the top, and in the heart woody notes keep saffron and jasmine company. Cedar and musk in the base soften the scent and settle it on a calm, woody footing. Among the accords, fresh and floral ones dominate, the oriental and resinous sides stay in the background, and a powdery touch runs alongside. Rasasi Mukhallat Oudh Al Mubakhar and Eutopie No. 2 have a close profile.

Crystal Edition - Black

6.0

Jacques Battini · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacques Battini Crystal Edition - Black is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy character with a sweet, spicy warmth. It opens with citrus, aquatic and spicy notes, so the first impression is fresh, watery and slightly fruity. Woody and floral notes in the heart soften that freshness. In the base, musk, vanilla and amber sweeten the scent and add an oriental warmth, with a synthetic edge among its accords. Afnan Perfumes Turathi (Blue) and Alexandria Fragrances Royal Equestrian (Parfum Extract) have a close profile.

Essence Pure pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

S.T. Dupont · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

S.T. Dupont Essence Pure pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's scent led by citrus and aquatic accords. It opens with grapefruit and mandarin orange alongside ozonic notes, bright and clean. In the heart, cedar leaf, geranium and bamboo add a green, woody edge, while floral and fruity touches sweeten the freshness slightly. The base of woody notes, musk, ambergris and patchouli settles into a soft, warm finish. New Notes Queen of the Sea and Rabanne Invictus Aqua (2018) have a close profile.

Zlatan (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Zlatan Ibrahimović · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Zlatan Ibrahimović Zlatan Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with an aquatic and spicy side set against a woody base. The top holds spices, lemon and grass, so it opens sharp, green and bright. In the heart, marine notes and white lavender soften the aquatic and floral side. The base brings woody notes, vetiver and leather, which leave a dry, slightly rough trail. Fruity and synthetic tones sit in the background throughout. Cerruti 1881 Sport and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

#02

6.5

Jack&Jones · 2019

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Jack&Jones #02 is a fresh-leaning men's fragrance that sets a sweet, fruity body against spice and a woody warmth. The notes read as one whole: plum brings the fruity sweetness, cinnamon adds a spicy warmth, liquorice gives the sweetness a slightly darker edge, and woody notes hold it together. Fresh accents keep the spice and sugar from feeling heavy, while a creamy side softens the mix. There is also a synthetic touch in the accords, so the scent sounds deliberately composed rather than natural. Zara Vibrant Leather Winter (2024) and Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Absolute have a close profile.

Luxurious Couple

7.5

The Dua Brand · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

The Dua Brand Luxurious Couple is a unisex oriental where sweet, gourmand tones meet a spicy, woody warmth. The notes read as one blend: tuberose and heliotrope bring a soft floral side, while tonka bean pushes the sweetness and the powdery texture forward. Bergamot lends a light freshness to the richness, and clove and woody notes add a spicy, faintly smoky depth. The overall impression is warm, creamy and dessert-like. The Merchant Of Venice Rococò and M. Micallef Gaïac have a close profile.

Fool (Solid Perfume)

7.5

Wild Veil Perfume

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Solid Perfume

Wild Veil Perfume Fool (Solid Perfume) is a warm, resinous unisex scent that leans sweet, smoky and oriental. Crystal amber, labdanum and resins give the scent its weight, while balsam rounds them off and smoke and woody notes add a dry, earthy shade. The sweetness is held in check by spicy and powdery tones, and creamy, faintly animal touches deepen the whole. It reads dark, enveloping and warm throughout. Vertus Auramber and Tom Ford Amber Absolute have a close profile.

Raven

8.5

House of Orpheus · 2015

Spicy · Woody · Animal

House of Orpheus Raven is a dark, smoky and earthy unisex scent, with its woody and leathery side leading. The notes read as one whole: oakmoss, mushrooms, soil and leaves suggest a damp forest floor. Hinoki cypress, oud and black spruce give it a woody frame, while black leather and smoke pull it towards a darker, animalic and spicy character. There is nothing sweet or fresh about it; it is dry, serious and natural in feel. Parfum Prissana Chetyre / Четыре and Bohoboco Wild Carrot Oud have a close profile.

Modern Classic Noir for Women

7.0

Brocard · 2015

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Brocard Modern Classic Noir for Women is a fruity, sweet and gourmand scent built around sour cherry and vanilla, made for women. It opens with sour cherry and bergamot, and the heart gathers red berries and rose. In the base, patchouli, liquorice, vanilla and woody notes take over, so the fruit sweetness settles into a spicy, woody, oriental warmth. A synthetic edge also runs through the accords. DKNY Be Tempted and Giorgio Armani Sì (2014) (Eau de Parfum Intense) have a close profile.

Adlerblut

8.0

Eintracht Frankfurt · 2022

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Eintracht Frankfurt Adlerblut is a unisex scent with a fresh, green pine-and-wood character, its spicy and resinous edges giving it the feel of a forest. It opens with pine, woody notes and sage, cool, green and slightly spicy. In the heart, sandalwood and cedar soften this woody air and give it depth. The dry-down settles on an earthy base of vetiver, musk and moss. A fresh, resinous and natural feel carries through from start to finish. Claus Porto 1 - Agua Vetiver and Phaedon Lentisque / Spanish Bush have a close profile.

Black Sesame

7.5

Sensatio · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sensatio Black Sesame is a unisex scent that opens with mandarin orange, amaretto and chocolate, then moves into a floral heart built around black sesame. The top is sweet and fruity, with mandarin orange, amaretto, chocolate and raspberry. At the heart, iris, rose, black sesame, orange blossom and tuberose bring a powdery, creamy floral texture. The base of woody notes, coffee, musk, vanilla and amber softens it and settles into a warm sweetness, with spicy and synthetic touches running through the accords. Stéphane Humbert Lucas Ruby Naga and The Merchant Of Venice Imperial Emerald (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Afghane

8.5

Jean d'Estrées · 1979

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Jean d'Estrées Afghane is a floral, sweet oriental for women, warmed by spice, wood and resin; it has been discontinued. The notes read as a single whole: amber, spicy notes, floral notes and woody notes. The floral and sweet side leads, while spice and wood frame it with a dry warmth. A powdery, creamy softness runs through it, animalic and resinous tones add depth, and the chypre touch keeps it from turning sticky or heavy. Longevity is rated good, while sillage stays moderate, so it is a scent noticed up close rather than one that fills a room. It is made for women. Most voters rate its staying power high, though not its projection. Stendhal Symbiose (Eau de Toilette) and Jean Patou Chaldée (2013) have a close profile.

Cave - Alheba

8.0

Essential · 2022

Synthetic

Essential Cave - Alheba is a resinous, woody unisex fragrance built on a synthetic accord, with a dry and calm character. It opens with elemi resin, labdanum and frankincense, which give it a resinous weight. In the heart, cashmere wood, lavender and white musk soften that firmness and add a cleaner, slightly powdery feel. The base leans on woody notes, patchouli, ambergris and oakmoss, settling into a dry, earthy woodiness. Voters have rated it well, though the number of votes is still small.

Miss

5.0

Rasasi · 2023

Citrus · Sweet · Synthetic

Rasasi Miss is a sweet, woody women's fragrance in which citrus and spice come to the front. The top opens with lime, ginger and saffron alongside fresh and spicy notes. The heart brings iris, patchouli and cashmere wood among woody and floral notes. In the base, amber, amberwood, mimosa and civet join earthy notes, settling the scent into something warm and soft. Citrus and sweet accords dominate, while the synthetic and earthy accords stay in the background. There are too few votes to say anything reliable about how long it lasts or how far it projects. Mancera Amberful and Thomas Kosmala Nọ 4 - Après L'Amour have a close profile.