The Perfume Library

VIP for Her (Eau de Toilette)

5.6

Playboy · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Playboy VIP for Her Eau de Toilette opens with orange blossom sorbet, peony and nectarine, a fresh, floral and sweet scent for women. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Voters spread their picks across all four seasons, with spring just ahead. Daily wear and leisure lead the occasions, and most voters call it feminine and modern. It starts with nectarine and peony, fruity and fresh. In the heart, red fruits, candied apple and heliotrope add a sweet, slightly powdery softness. The base of musk, sandalwood and cashmeran settles it onto a woody ground. Michael Bublé By Invitation and Rihanna Nude (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Armani Privé - Jawhara Oriental

8.1

Giorgio Armani · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Jawhara Oriental is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent that suits nights out and evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with spices, myrrh and iris. In the heart, opoponax, labdanum absolute and ambroxan build a resinous, slightly powdery warmth. In the base, cedarwood, amberwood, gaiac wood and vanilla set the sweetness on a woody, smoky footing, with animal and leathery touches staying in the background. Most voters pick night and evening, with leisure wear also common. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. It suits anyone who wants a dense, full-bodied oriental, whatever their gender.

Rise and Fall

7.5

Floraïku · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Floraïku Rise and Fall is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and evening wear, with a sweet, spicy character. It opens fresh and lightly citrusy with Madagascan ginger and lavender. In the heart, immortelle absolute and date add a floral, sweet softness. Peru balsam and vanilla CO2 settle into a creamy, warm base. Longevity is rated good, and so is sillage. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring. Leisure and evening wear come up most often. Voters lean slightly feminine on character, though the scent is unisex. Chloé Lavanda and Xerjoff Nero70 have a close profile.

Magic Energy

6.3

Charlotte Tilbury · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Energy is a unisex scent that opens with fresh myrtle and bergamot, then moves into a floral, aquatic heart of jasmine sambac, cypress and fucus absolute. Myrtle and bergamot start it off citrusy and green. In the heart, jasmine sambac, cypress and fucus absolute pair the florals with a sea-breeze feel. The base of ambergris, cashmere wood, Palo Santo and frankincense resin leaves a woody, lightly resinous footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so treat that as a rough guide. It reads equally well on men and women. Charlotte Tilbury Calm Bliss and Giardini di Toscana Blu Mare have a close profile.

Vetiver Paradise

7.9

Carolina Herrera · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Carolina Herrera Vetiver Paradise is a unisex scent that ties a fresh opening of grapefruit, pink pepper and bergamot to a woody base of vetiver and gaiac wood. The citrus-led opening picks up cardamom, neroli and nutmeg in the heart, which adds a green, lightly sweet, spicy edge. In the base, vetiver and gaiac wood bring a calm, earthy, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and name leisure, daily wear and business as the usual settings. Voters lean towards reading it as masculine. Jacques Bogart Riviera Nights and Dunhill Icon Racing have a close profile.

Urban Hero Gold Edition

5.6

Jimmy Choo · 2021

Citrus · Green · Fruity

Jimmy Choo Urban Hero Gold Edition is a men's fragrance where citrus and green accords are softened by a fruity sweetness. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin and may need reapplying. It opens bright and fruity with pineapple and blood orange. In the heart, Provençal lavender and tonka bean make it both aromatic and sweet. The base of oakmoss and sandalwood leaves a woody, slightly powdery floor, with spicy and synthetic touches in the background.

White Musk Sport

6.6

The Body Shop · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Body Shop White Musk Sport is a fresh scent for men that leans towards daily wear and sport; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick it for daytime and sport, with leisure wear close behind. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated weak, so it leaves a light trail that stays close to the skin. It opens with lemon and grapefruit for a bright citrus lift. Geranium, rosemary and orange blossom in the heart add a green, lightly spicy feel. White leather and amber in the base settle it into a soft woody, leathery finish, while aquatic and fruity touches keep the whole thing lively.

Happy Moments

6.9

Tous · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tous Happy Moments is a fresh, sweet women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with pineapple and clementine, a citrusy, fruity brightness. The heart brings daisy and orchid for a soft floral touch, while popcorn adds a gourmand sweetness. Cedar and white chocolate settle into a creamy warmth at the base, and the overall impression is sweet with a slightly synthetic edge. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read it as feminine and modern.

212 VIP Black Elixir

7.9

Carolina Herrera · 2025

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black Elixir is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance that opens with Provençal lavender, juniper and grapefruit and settles into vanilla and oak wood. The top is fresh, with Provençal lavender, juniper and grapefruit. In the heart, liquorice, saffron and orange blossom push it towards a gourmand, spicy tone. The base of vanilla, vetiver and oak wood dries down creamy, powdery and woody. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though from a small number of votes. Its sweet, oriental build suits evenings and cooler weather best. Armaf Odyssey Homme and Mercedes-Benz Select Night have a close profile.

Le Cuir

7.8

Christian Louboutin · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Christian Louboutin Le Cuir is a unisex scent built on osmanthus, suede and musk, where a floral side and a leathery one share the same space. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters place it in night-out and evening settings, with leisure and daytime wear well behind. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine. The scent is sweet and creamy, with a floral, fruity feel running through it. Suede softens the leather character so it never turns harsh, while musk wraps everything in a smooth warmth. Osmanthus brings the fruity floral note forward.

Armani Privé - Laque

7.7

Giorgio Armani · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Laque is a fresh, floral scent with a sweet, creamy side and a light touch of spice, made for men and women alike. Armani Privé - Laque has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters score longevity high, though the number of votes is small, so take that as a hint rather than a verdict. Being unisex, it doesn't sit in a gendered mould. It opens with aldehydes that give it a bright, slightly synthetic freshness. Rose and white blossoms form the heart, and woody notes dry it down onto a sweet, creamy base. Oriental and spicy accords stay in the background. Yardley Lace and Oriflame Chiffon have a close profile.

Verveine Utopie

7.8

Roger & Gallet · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roger & Gallet Verveine Utopie is a fresh, green unisex scent built around vervain, basil and absinth, and it has been discontinued. Vervain and basil give the scent a citrusy, herbal freshness, while absinth and gentian add a slightly bitter, spicy depth. Cedarwood, gaiac wood and vetiver set it on a woody base, and creamy, fruity touches soften the edges. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it reads as genuinely unisex. Roger & Gallet Bois d'Orange and The Merchant Of Venice Esperidi Water have a close profile.

Icon

6.8

Aigner · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Aigner Icon is a fruity, sweet floral made for women, with an easy character that suits daytime wear. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Voters spread across all four seasons, with autumn just ahead. Daily wear, leisure and business settings lead, while night and evening sit further back. It opens with green mandarin orange, peach and violet leaf, which feel fresh and juicy. Jasmine, heliotrope and orange blossom carry the floral heart. Vanilla, sandalwood and tonka bean settle it into a creamy, gourmand sweetness over a light woody base. Rochas Mademoiselle Rochas Couture and Cacharel Yes I Am Delicious have a close profile.

Mademoiselle Rochas Couture

7.7

Rochas · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rochas Mademoiselle Rochas Couture is a floral, sweet women's perfume that leans towards autumn and winter, with a soft character shaped by fruity and gourmand touches. It opens with pink pepper, bergamot and pear; heliotrope, white blossoms, lily of the valley and orange blossom lead the heart. Tonka bean, musk and sandalwood leave a creamy, woody sweetness at the base, while a spicy edge stays in the background. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. Autumn comes first, followed by winter and spring; it is worn for nights out and leisure, and also suits the office. Spirit Spirit of Romantic Love and Aigner Icon have a close profile.

212 VIP Men Wins

7.3

Carolina Herrera · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Men Wins is a fresh, lightly sweet men's scent led by citrus and green tones. It opens with basil, yuzu and green mandarin orange, a bright, green start. Lavender and Madagascar pepper add a floral, spicy touch in the heart. In the base, tonka bean sweetens the scent, while Haitian vetiver and leather ground it in a woody, leathery finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this rests on a limited sample. It reads masculine. Trussardi My Land (Eau de Toilette) and Câline Powerful Black have a close profile.

Inspired by Respect (Eau de Toilette)

5.6

David Beckham · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

David Beckham Inspired by Respect Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that opens fresh with lavender, grapefruit and bergamot, then turns spicy with cardamom and clove leaf. The top notes of lavender, grapefruit and bergamot give a citrusy, fresh start. In the heart, cardamom and clove leaf bring spice while pineapple adds a fruity sweetness. The base rests on cedarwood, softened by amber and orris root. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, though the number of votes is small, so that verdict is tentative. The light, fresh build suits everyday wear better than heavy occasions. Dunhill Icon Racing and Nishane Hacivat have a close profile.

Play It Wild for Him

6.1

Playboy · 2015

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Playboy Play It Wild for Him is a fruity, gourmand men's fragrance that opens on nutmeg, lemon and grapefruit and turns sweet with blueberry, chocolate and pineapple. The top is a bright mix of nutmeg and citrus. In the heart, blueberry, chocolate, pineapple and cinnamon make it clearly sweet, fruity and spicy. The base of tonka bean, amber and leather adds woody, powdery and oriental tones that soften the sweetness. A synthetic edge runs through it. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick it for leisure and evenings, with daily wear also in the mix. Armani Code Profumo and Zara For Him Red Edition Intense have a close profile.

Vespa for Him

5.5

Vespa · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Vespa for Him is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, though only a small number of votes stand behind that. Expect a light, everyday scent that stays close to the skin. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing more can be said about when it suits best. It opens with grapefruit, juniper berry and violet, then moves to lavender, pineapple and pink pepper at the heart. Vetiver, patchouli and suede settle underneath, giving it an earthy, soft base. The overall impression is fresh, green, aquatic and lightly sweet. Van Gils Basic Instinct (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Eau d'Été 2008 have a close profile.

Happy Hour Women

5.9

Gin Tonic · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gin Tonic Happy Hour Women is a discontinued women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening of orange, passion fruit and kiwi with a floral heart and a soft woody base. The opening is led by citrus and fruit: orange, passion fruit and kiwi give it a fresh, sweet start. In the heart, lotus, rose and jasmine turn it floral, while sandalwood, patchouli, musk and woody notes in the base soften it and settle it on a warm footing. The overall impression is light, sweet and slightly synthetic. Its longevity is rated weak, and none of the voters found it strong, though the number of votes is small. It suits those who want an easy, fresh everyday scent. Comptoir Sud Pacifique Mora Bella / Fruits Sauvages and Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Lily have a close profile.

Simply You for Him

7.0

Esprit · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Esprit Simply You for Him is a men's fragrance that opens with a fresh, spicy trio of bergamot, Italian lemon and black pepper, then turns woody and sweet; it has been discontinued. The top is bright citrus, with bergamot and Italian lemon sharpened slightly by black pepper. The heart brings African geranium, clary sage and nutmeg, a spicy, green-leaning middle. In the base, cedarwood, benzoin and patchouli settle it onto a woody, resinous and sweet footing, with powdery and earthy touches in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling a room. Its fresh citrus build keeps it close to an easy everyday wear, and it reads clearly masculine.

#generation for Her (Eau de Toilette)

5.1

Playboy · 2014

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Playboy #generation for Her Eau de Toilette is a fruity, sweet scent for women, set on a woody base, and it has been discontinued. It opens with pink pepper, cherry and mandarin orange together, the cherry carrying the sweetness while the mandarin lightens it. In the heart, raspberry, jasmine leaf and violet keep the fruit going with a soft floral touch. The dry-down rests on cedarwood and sandalwood, softened by musk. The overall impression is a sugary, synthetic-leaning fruit scent with a light woody trace underneath. Lattafa Petra Viola and Engelsrufer Love have a close profile.

Lancôme · 2026

Floral · Green · Sweet

Desigual · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Yardley · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet