The Perfume Library

Shantung

7.2

Etro · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etro Shantung is a unisex scent that pairs citrus and florals in a fresh, green, lightly sweet style. The top notes are Italian mandarin orange, blackcurrant and lychee, giving a fruity, bright opening. In the heart, peony and rose carry the floral side, while Somalian frankincense adds a spicy touch. The base of cashmere, musk and cedarwood softens everything and settles it on a woody ground. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Voters lean feminine on character, though some call it masculine. Altaia By Any Other Name and Sisley Izia have a close profile.

Piña Paraíso

7.0

Kilian · 2026

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Kilian Piña Paraíso is a sweet, pineapple-and-coconut unisex scent that suits summer and spring days. Pineapple and rum open with a fruity sweetness, softened by the citrus accord. In the heart, coconut and frangipani add a creamy smoothness, and the base of tonka bean and Bourbon vanilla settles into a gourmand sweetness. A synthetic edge is also part of the overall feel. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring; it leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also works for a night out. Voters read it as slightly more feminine, though it has a modern character. Demeter Fragrance Library Piña Colada (Cologne) and Comptoir Sud Pacifique Coco Extreme have a close profile.

Osmanthus Absolu

7.5

Essential Parfums · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Essential Parfums Osmanthus Absolu is a fresh, floral and spicy unisex scent built around osmanthus, black tea and leather. Cardamom and bergamot open it on a fresh, lightly spiced note. In the heart, osmanthus, black tea and leather lead; the floral side carries a soft fruitiness while the leather adds a slight edge. Cedarwood and vanilla settle it into a woody, sweet base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. It sits between masculine and feminine, with a modern feel. Nobile 1942 Nobile 26 and Fragrance Du Bois Milano have a close profile.

Tears

7.9

Régime des Fleurs · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Fico di Amalfi La Riserva

7.7

Acqua di Parma · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Acqua di Parma Fico di Amalfi La Riserva is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent for spring and summer days, built around the green, lightly sweet side of fig. It opens with Italian lemon, mandarin orange, blood orange and grapefruit in a bright citrus layer. In the heart, lemon is joined by fig and orris concrete, and the green, fruity character takes over. In the base, tonka bean absolute settles the scent into a creamy, sweet softness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions named most often. Masculine and modern votes run close, with feminine a notable share. Atelier Cologne Pacific Lime and Acqua di Parma Arancia di Capri have a close profile.

Fresh Cream Warm Cashmere

7.9

Philosophy · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Philosophy Fresh Cream Warm Cashmere is a sweet, creamy feminine scent that leans towards autumn and winter days. Tangerine opens with a sweet brightness, and cashmere wood and orchid lead the heart. Sandalwood, musk and vanilla soften the base, while gourmand, powdery and woody accords wrap around the floral core. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and reads calm. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and favour leisure and daily wear. Most find it feminine. Lattafa Yara and Tokyomilk Tainted Love No. 62 have a close profile.

Lumière Dorée

7.2

Miller Harris · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Miller Harris Lumière Dorée is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent built around bitter orange, Italian bergamot and Moroccan neroli. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. It doesn't lean clearly masculine or feminine, with votes split between both. It opens with petitgrain, bitter orange and bergamot, giving a bright, slightly green citrus. In the heart, neroli, orange blossom and jasmine sambac absolute add a floral, faintly creamy softness. Vetiver, cashmere wood, white musk and amber leave a clean, woody base.

Udaipur

7.5

Etro · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Etro Udaipur is a fresh, floral unisex scent that leans towards spring and autumn, with a green and sweet side that keeps it light but lasting. It opens with pink pepper, magnolia and bergamot, bright and slightly spicy. Towards the heart, Indian jasmine sambac, lotus and gardenia turn into a creamy bouquet of flowers. In the base, cashmere wood, patchouli and musk settle it onto a soft, woody ground. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. It wears easily for leisure hours as well as evenings out. Most voters read it as feminine or modern, though it is described as unisex. Fendi Furiosa and Kaviar Gauche Kaviar Gauche share a close profile.

Falling Trees

7.8

Régime des Fleurs · 2016

Green · Spicy · Woody

Régime des Fleurs Falling Trees is a green, smoky woody unisex scent built around juniper, black pepper and myrrh, with the feel of a forest. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without filling a room. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, and while more voters call it masculine, a fair share find it feminine. It opens sharp, spicy and green with juniper, black pepper, elemi resin and bergamot. Myrrh and frankincense bring a resinous, smoky heart. In the base, benzoin softens the scent while cypriol and oakmoss leave an earthy, woody floor.

Le Temps des Rêves

7.7

Goutal · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Goutal Le Temps des Rêves is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around bergamot, Moroccan neroli and Morrocan orange blossom. It opens with bergamot, Moroccan neroli and Morrocan orange blossom, giving a citrusy, green freshness. Myrtle sits at the heart, and the base of ambroxan, bran, snowdrop and sandalwood closes it on a woody, creamy softness, with a faint spicy edge behind. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. More voters call it feminine than anything else, though it is unisex. Guerlain Néroli Plein Sud and Dior Cologne Royale have a close profile.

Poirier d'un Soir

7.1

Miller Harris · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Miller Harris Poirier d'un Soir is a unisex scent where blackcurrant, pear and caramel meet at the start before settling onto a smoky base of birch tar and patchouli. It opens with a fruity sweetness from blackcurrant, pear and caramel, while Italian bergamot and lemon keep it fresh and citrusy. Turkish rose and peony add a soft floral heart. As it dries, birch tar, patchouli, papyrus and rum come forward, with ambrette seed and white cedarwood giving the base a smoky, woody finish. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, and leisure and business settings are the most common choices. Voters are split between calling it feminine and masculine. Bois 1920 Paranà and Creed Aventus have a close profile.

Above the Waves

7.9

Etat Libre d'Orange · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Etat Libre d'Orange Above the Waves is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn well behind, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean firmly either way. The top has frankincense, bergamot and cardamom: the bergamot brightens it and the cardamom adds a light spice. In the heart, rose, maté and Ceylon tea give a green, floral balance. The base of vetiver, cedar and tonka bean leaves a soft, woody finish.

Peau Santal

7.2

Miller Harris · 2018

Green · Spicy · Woody

Miller Harris Peau Santal is a creamy, powdery woody scent that suits autumn best and works on both men and women. It opens with saffron, bergamot and pink pepper, a spicy and slightly bright start. Sandalwood leads through the heart and base, while frankincense and violet leaf bring dryness and a green edge. Vanilla and amber then soften the drydown, and moss stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by winter and spring. It leans towards leisure, work and daytime wear. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it sits somewhere in between. Byredo Gypsy Water and Bond No. 9 Eau de Noho have a close profile.

Secret Gardenia

7.4

Miller Harris · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Miller Harris Secret Gardenia is a fresh, floral unisex scent that carries the brightness of yuzu and bergamot into gardenia and jasmine. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overpowering. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. It opens with yuzu, nashi pear and bergamot, bright and citrusy. The heart brings together gardenia, ylang-ylang, jasmine and violet, with green and powdery shades softening the floral core. In the base, sandalwood, cedarwood and musk settle it into a woody, creamy, slightly sweet finish. Pierre de Velay Les Clochettes du Bonheur and Chloé Innocence have a close profile.

Willows

7.9

Régime des Fleurs · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Régime des Fleurs Willows is a fresh, floral scent that reads green, powdery and lightly sweet; it suits anyone, and it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards daily and leisure wear and also fits the office. Longevity is good and sillage moderate; most votes call it feminine, though a fair number see it as masculine. Carrot seed, mimosa and rye give it a green, dry start. Violet and orris root bring a powdery, creamy softness, tonka bean absolute adds sweetness, and white pepper leaves a spicy trace.

Folie d'un Soir

7.6

Goutal · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Goutal Folie d'un Soir is a sweet, spicy floral-oriental for women that leans towards evenings and the cooler months of fall and winter. It opens with pink pepper and Turkish rose, then moves into a heart of frankincense, resins and myrrh that adds a smoky, resinous weight. The base of leather and cocoa settles the sweetness onto a woody, powdery ground with a leathery edge. Most voters pick fall and winter, and favour evening and night-out wear. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most see it as feminine, with a classic feel as well. Its profile is close to Parfum d'Empire Cuir Ottoman and Parfums MDCI Cuir Garamante.

Tubéreuse Absolue (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Perris Monte Carlo · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Perris Monte Carlo Tubéreuse Absolue Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green-edged unisex floral, with the sweetness of tuberose kept in check by spice. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is the least chosen season. Evening and leisure lead the occasions, with daily and business wear also in the mix. Voters read it as more feminine and classic than masculine. Bergamot, cardamom, galbanum and lavender keep the opening bright and green. At the heart, jasmine sambac, tuberose and gardenia build the floral body. Cedar, vetiver and musk leave a dry, soft base. Les Folies du Parfum 22.22 and Miro Infinity have a close profile.

Powdered Veil

7.1

Miller Harris · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Miller Harris Powdered Veil is a powdery, floral and sweet unisex scent, built on vanilla with a creamy warmth of musk and sandalwood. It opens with rhubarb, geranium and pink pepper, while orchid and floral notes lead the heart. In the base, bourbon vanilla absolute, musk, patchouli and New Caledonian sandalwood form a soft, woody, creamy ground. Sweetness dominates and the spice stays in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Close to half of voters read it as feminine, yet as a unisex scent it sits comfortably on anyone. Houbigant La Belle Saison and Initio Rehab have a close profile.

Cacti

7.7

Régime des Fleurs · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Régime des Fleurs Cacti is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex scent that suits warm weather, daytime and relaxed days. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, leaving a noticeable but not heavy trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is used mainly for leisure and daily wear, with some voters choosing it for the office. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads comfortably on either side. It opens with Italian bergamot, shiso leaf and violet. In the heart, mimosa, cucumber water, jasmine sambac and heliotrope give a floral but watery feel. In the base, amber, black tea and maté soften the scent and settle it onto a lightly spicy, woody ground.

Eternity for Men Amber Essence

6.8

Calvin Klein · 2025

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Calvin Klein Eternity for Men Amber Essence is a sweet, spicy, resinous and slightly smoky men's scent that suits evenings in the cooler months. It opens with the fresh citrus of bergamot and Italian green mandarin orange. In the heart, frankincense and amber add a resinous depth, and the base settles into a sweet, woody floor of Bourbon vanilla, patchouli and benzoin. The overall impression is oriental, with a somewhat synthetic sheen. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and it is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out. It reads masculine, with a modern feel. Moresque White Duke and Chopard Amber Malaki have a close profile.

Glass Blooms

7.7

Régime des Fleurs · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Régime des Fleurs Glass Blooms is a fresh, floral unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer and suits leisure and everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters find it feminine, with some calling it classic. Spring leads the votes, though the other seasons all get a fair share, and office or evening wear isn't out of the question. It opens with lily of the valley, Riesling and peony, a fresh, floral start. The heart holds frankincense, tea rose and ylang-ylang. In the base, musk, ambrette and sandalwood leave it powdery, creamy and lightly sweet over a soft woodiness. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! Undressed and Glossier You (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Tonkatonic

7.6

Morph · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Morph Tonkatonic is a floral, gourmand unisex scent that opens with fig, coconut water and almond and settles into the soft sweetness of orange blossom and tonka bean. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it also suits evenings and nights out. Voters call it more feminine than masculine, with modern the next most common description. The opening shows fig, coconut water and almond. In the heart, orange blossom, benzoin and Jasminum grandiflorum add a floral tone. The base of sandalwood, ambrette seed and tonka bean leaves it creamy, powdery and sweet. Lancôme La Vie est Belle Vanille Nude and The Dua Brand Tonic of Tonka have a close profile.

White Light

6.9

Atl. Oblique · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Atl. Oblique White Light is a fresh, citrusy white floral that suits spring and summer days, and it is described as unisex. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange, fig, petitgrain and Provençal lavender, giving a clean, green and lightly spicy start. The heart is led by ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac, neroli and white blossoms, and the base of musk and orange blossom softens and sweetens the drydown. Most voters pick summer and spring, while winter is rarely chosen. Leisure and daily wear come first, and it also works at the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though it remains unisex. Perfumes with a close profile include Molinard Fleur d'Oranger and Les Néréides Étoile d'Oranger.

Orchidée de Minuit

7.2

Chloé · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Chloé Orchidée de Minuit is a sweet, spicy floral for women that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a noticeable trail without filling the room. Most voters place it in the evening or on a night out, with spring a distant second and summer well behind. It reads mostly feminine, and many also call it modern. It opens with white orchid, rum and clove: a floral start with spice and a faint boozy warmth. Jasmine, benzoin and styrax in the heart turn it towards a resinous sweetness. Vanilla absolute, patchouli and musk settle the dry-down into a creamy, woody base.