The Perfume Library

Evening Rose

7.6

Aerin · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Aerin Evening Rose is a floral, spicy women's fragrance that sets rose in a sweet, fruity frame. Bulgarian rose absolute and Rosa centifolia sit at the centre, with blackberry softening the rose in a fruity sweetness. Cognac adds a warm, dark note, while frankincense brings a spicy, woody depth. It reads as one blend, with no clear split between opening and base. Most voters call it feminine, though a good share also find it classic. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Fall and spring lead the season votes, and evening and night out are the most chosen occasions. Aerin Evening Rose d'Or and Penhaligon's The Coveted Duchess Rose have a close profile.

Cherry in Japan

6.7

Escada · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Escada Cherry in Japan is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that opens on cherry and Japanese cherry blossom, then softens into jasmine and tonka bean. Cherry and Japanese cherry blossom lead, giving a fresh, sweet start. Jasmine adds a soft floral heart, and tonka bean sweetens the base gently. Alongside the fruity and floral accords, there is a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear ahead of office use. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Demeter Fragrance Library Cherry Blossom and Escada Santorini Sunrise have a close profile.

Valentino Donna Born in Roma Ivory

7.1

Valentino · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Valentino Donna Born in Roma Ivory is a powdery, floral women's fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with the creamy sweetness of marshmallow and vanilla. Green mandarin orange and orange blossom open bright and fresh. In the heart, marshmallow softens the scent and brings out a gourmand sweetness. Musk and Bourbon vanilla form the base, where the creamy and powdery side of the accords takes over. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend autumn and spring, with winter and summer further behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and reads feminine. Its profile is close to The Dua Brand Heart of Rome: Ivory and H&M Chic Socialite.

Heat Rush

6.5

Beyoncé · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Beyoncé Heat Rush is a fresh, fruity women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some choosing it for nights out. It reads feminine and modern. Cherry, passion fruit sorbet and blood orange give it a bright, citrusy opening. In the heart, hibiscus, orchid and mango blossom add a floral sweetness. Teakwood, musk and amber soften that fruity sweetness at the base. The overall feel is fresh, sweet and slightly gourmand.

Flor del Sol

7.1

Escada · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Escada Flor del Sol is a fresh, floral scent with a fruity, sweet side, giving a light, modern and feminine impression. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so people close by will notice it without it filling a room. Most voters suggest summer, with spring next; leisure and daily wear lead the occasions, and some choose it for the office. In the character votes, feminine and modern weigh heaviest. Tequila Sunrise opens the top with a fresh, fruity start. Dahlia carries the floral heart, and sandalwood softens the base. The accords also include a sweet, synthetic edge. Escada Bali Paradise and Stella McCartney Pop have a close profile.

Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Intense

7.3

Gucci · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Gucci Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Intense is a sweet, floral scent built around gardenia and Italian mandarin orange. Gardenia gives it a creamy floral core, while Italian mandarin orange adds a fruity brightness. Green notes and hedione lighten it, and sandalwood leaves a soft woody touch. The overall feel is sweet, creamy and a little synthetic. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and the occasions are spread from daily wear to a night out. It reads as feminine, and some also call it modern. Rabanne Fame Intense and Xerjoff Coro have a close profile.

Tiffany & Love for Her

7.1

Tiffany & Co. · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiffany & Co. Tiffany & Love for Her is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. The top notes are grapefruit, blackcurrant and African blue basil, so citrus and green tones come first. In the heart, jasmine, neroli and tuberose form a floral core, softened by fruity and sweet accords. The base of vetiver, blue sequoia and cedarwood settles it on a woody, lightly spicy footing. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most common settings, while evening comes last. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Valeur Absolue Joie-Eclat and Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street have a close profile.

Ikat Jasmine

7.4

Aerin · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Aerin Ikat Jasmine is a fresh, floral jasmine scent made for spring and summer days, aimed at women and easy to wear day to day. Jasmine sambac and Egyptian jasmine form the core, with tuberose and honeysuckle widening the floral picture. Sandalwood gives the flowers a woody, creamy base. The accords lean fresh, green and fruity, with some sweetness and a soft powdery touch. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most common settings. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a light but noticeable trail. Most voters read it as feminine. Hermès Twilly d'Hermès (Eau de Parfum) and Guerlain Joyeuse Tubéreuse have a close profile.

Soft Spot

6.9

Phlur · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Phlur Soft Spot is a fresh, citrusy and softly floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, from daily wear to leisure. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It leans towards daily, leisure and office wear, and gets fewer votes for nights out. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and calm. Just over half of voters read it as feminine, and a good number call it modern. It opens with bergamot zest, freesia and mandarin orange for a fresh, citrus start. In the heart, water lily, jasmine and vanilla orchid add a floral, lightly sweet softness. The base of musk, sandalwood and amber leaves a creamy, powdery trail. A synthetic, clean feel runs through the accords. Berdoues Freesia & Coton and Kate Moss Lilabelle have a close profile.

Pink Friday (Eau de Parfum)

5.2

Nicki Minaj · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Nicki Minaj Pink Friday Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that moves from the fresh fruit of mandarin orange, starfruit and boysenberry through gardenia and jasmine into a vanilla sweetness; it has been discontinued. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions. It reads feminine and modern. The top notes of mandarin orange, starfruit and boysenberry give a juicy, citrusy freshness. Gardenia, jasmine and lotus bring a soft floral heart. In the base, caramelized pear and vanilla pull the scent towards a gourmand sweetness, backed by musk and woods. The overall impression is sweet, fruity and a little synthetic. Givenchy Dance with Givenchy and Yoppy Rocking Glam have a close profile.

Amor Amor Tentation

6.9

Cacharel · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Cacharel Amor Amor Tentation is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and favour night-out and evening wear. It reads feminine, and sits further back for office or daily use. It opens with mandarin orange and ivy, giving a light fruity freshness. Tiaré and jasmine form a floral heart. In the base, vanilla sweetens the scent, while spicy notes and cedarwood add a woody, powdery, oriental warmth. Jean-Louis Scherrer Nuits Indiennes and Hugo Boss Hugo Deep Red have a close profile.

Viva La Juicy La Fleur (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Juicy Couture · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy La Fleur Eau de Toilette is a sweet, gourmand feminine scent that pairs the fresh fruitiness of wild berries and mandarin orange with a floral heart of jasmine and gardenia; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions. It reads as feminine and modern. It opens on wild berries and mandarin orange. In the heart, jasmine, gardenia and honeysuckle add a soft floral note. The base turns sweet with praliné, caramel and vanilla, while sandalwood and amber give that sweetness a warm footing. Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Eau de Parfum and Viva La Juicy Noir have a close profile.

Lost Eden

8.1

Maison Margiela · 2026

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Maison Margiela Lost Eden is a unisex scent that most voters place in fall and winter, suited to evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters choose fall and winter well ahead of spring and summer, and night-out and evening wear lead, while office use is the least picked. Opinion on whether it reads masculine or feminine is split almost evenly, with some also calling it modern. The fruity and sweet accords dominate, backed by spicy, woody and creamy touches. Red apple and lemon give it a fruity brightness, while ylang-ylang and jasmine add a soft floral side. Coconut and vanilla turn the sweetness creamy, and sandalwood, oud and vetiver lay a woody base underneath.

Cardamom Latte

6.9

Nest · 2026

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Nest Cardamom Latte is a sweet, creamy gourmand with a gentle spicy edge, described as unisex and suited to relaxed days in cooler weather. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it neither overwhelms nor fades quickly. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it also works in the evening. Most voters read it as feminine, and many also call it modern. The scent reads as one smooth piece: the soft sweetness of vanilla cream and coconut milk is balanced by the light spice of cardamom. Jasmine stays in the background as a floral touch within the creamy blend. The synthetic accord gives it a polished, modern feel.

VIP Club - Black Leather

7.2

Mercedes-Benz · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Mercedes-Benz VIP Club - Black Leather is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, floral start on a leathery, powdery and woody base; it has been discontinued. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and winter has a fair following too, while summer gets few votes. Evening leads the occasions, with leisure, daily and business wear close behind. Voters call it masculine and modern. It opens with iris and bergamot, a fresh and lightly floral start. In the heart, sage, patchouli and frankincense add a spicy, woody depth. In the base, labdanum, leather and amber take over; the scent turns sweeter and settles into a powdery leather.

Big Pony Collection for Women - 2

7.1

Ralph Lauren · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ralph Lauren Big Pony Collection for Women - 2 is a fresh, fruity and sweet women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days and relaxed, casual moments. Cranberry, fruity notes and floral notes make up the body of the scent, while oriental notes and tonka mousse soften it and add a gourmand sweetness. The overall impression is fresh and floral, with a faintly synthetic tone in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, and some as modern.

Mystique Shimmer

7.8

Michael Kors · 2020

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Michael Kors Mystique Shimmer is a sweet, spicy women's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and very few choose summer. Night out and evening lead the occasions, and it also works for leisure time. Most voters read it as feminine. The scent is built from saffron, musk and black pepper. Saffron and pepper give a spicy, slightly resinous warmth, which the musk softens. Sweet and gourmand accents weigh most, with oriental, woody, powdery and creamy sides alongside. Narciso Rodriguez Rose Musc and Rituals Oriental Essence - Victoire d'Ambre have a close profile.

Sporty Citrus

6.4

Michael Kors · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Michael Kors Sporty Citrus is a fresh, citrusy and lightly sweet women's scent, built around mandarin orange, pink pepper and orange. 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 it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters read it as feminine. The top notes of mandarin orange, pink pepper and orange give a bright, faintly spicy start. Jasmine and orange blossom bring a floral, fruity softness in the heart. Woods and patchouli settle underneath as a woody base.

Prerogative (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Britney Spears · 2018

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Britney Spears Prerogative Eau de Parfum pairs goji berry, apricot nectar and saffron in a sweet, fruity and spicy scent. Prerogative has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it suits daytime wear as well as evenings out. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. It opens with goji berry, apricot nectar and pink pepper, fruity with a slight bite. In the heart, latex, red calla and espresso add a gourmand, slightly synthetic note. The base of sandalwood, saffron and amber settles into a creamy, woody, oriental warmth.

Pear

7.3

Marc Jacobs · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marc Jacobs Pear is a fresh, fruity unisex fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a light trail close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, business and daily wear leading the occasions. It reads slightly more feminine to voters, though a fair number find it masculine. It opens with bergamot, pear and lemon zest, bringing a citrusy, green freshness. In the heart, gin, juniper and freesia add a floral and lightly dry edge. Teakwood, amber and musk settle underneath and soften it into a gently sweet base.

Alabaster

6.8

Banana Republic · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Banana Republic Alabaster is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, for leisure, daily wear and the office; it has been discontinued. It opens on lotus, moves to wild rose in the heart and rests on white musk. The fresh, citrus and green accords come first, with a fruity, sweet side and a soft powdery finish. Voters find the longevity moderate and the sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most pick spring and summer, and few choose winter. It reads feminine, with a modern side too. Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Lotus and Kenzo KenzoKi - Relaxing Lotus Shh / White Lotus have a close profile.

I Don't Need a Prince by My Side to Be a Princess Eau Fraîche

7.6

Kilian · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Kilian I Don't Need a Prince by My Side to Be a Princess Eau Fraîche pairs bergamot and green tea with ginger and marshmallow in a fresh, citrusy feminine scent; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions picked most. It reads feminine and modern. Bergamot and green tea set a green, airy frame. Ginger adds a slight bite to that freshness, while marshmallow softens everything into a fruity, floral sweetness. Louis Vuitton Symphony and Monotheme Orange Flowers have a close profile.

Night for Women

6.5

Fragrance One · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Twilight Woods (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Bath & Body Works · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Bath & Body Works Twilight Woods Eau de Toilette is a sweet, floral women's scent that leans towards fall and winter; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, then winter; leisure and daily wear lead, with evening also common. Most see it as feminine. Mandarin orange, forest fruits and coconut open fresh and fruity. In the heart, frangipani, honeysuckle, mimosa, apricot and freesia carry a floral sweetness. The base of oud, vanilla and woods leaves a woody, powdery warmth. Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli I Love Her and Jil Sander Sun Delight have a close profile.