The Perfume Library

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7.3

Juliette Has A Gun · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Juliette Has A Gun MMMM... is a sweet, fruity floral that opens with raspberry and neroli and moves into tuberose and jasmine; it is positioned as a women's perfume. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share call it modern. The top has neroli, geranium and raspberry, so the fruity, sweet side is clear from the start. In the heart, jasmine, tuberose and orange blossom build a floral core. The base of sandalwood and patchouli leaves a woody, powdery, creamy softness, with a gourmand feel running through. Dolce & Gabbana pour Femme Intense and Spirit of tender secrets have a close profile.

Lemon Line

7.8

Mancera · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mancera Lemon Line is a fresh, green men's scent led by lemon, lavender and orange. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. Berdoues Tonique and Acqua di Parma Buongiorno have a close profile. It opens with citrus in front, and lavender adds a herbal freshness. In the heart, geranium, amber and white blossoms bring a light, sweet floral touch. White musk and oakmoss at the base soften it and tie it to a calm green finish.

Sì Passione (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Giorgio Armani · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Giorgio Armani Sì Passione Eau de Parfum is a feminine floral that sweetens the fruity freshness of pear and blackcurrant with jasmine, rose and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though it also sits comfortably in summer. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with business and evening use close behind. Most voters find it feminine, and some see it as modern. It opens with pear, blackcurrant and pink pepper, fresh and fruity. In the heart, jasmine absolute, heliotrope and rose build a floral body, where the powdery, creamy side becomes clearer. In the base, vanilla sweetness is balanced by cedarwood and Orcanox.

Infusion d'Amande

8.2

Prada · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Prada Infusion d'Amande is a unisex scent that reads fresh and sweet, with a powdery, creamy almond character. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters see it as feminine, while some call it modern or classic. It suits all four seasons, leaning towards fall and spring, and it is mostly worn for daily, leisure and office use, less so in the evening or for a night out. Bitter almond and heliotrope carry the scent, softened by tonka bean absolute and musk. Bergamot and citrus fruits add freshness, star anise leaves a light spicy trace, and sandalwood anchors it. Parfums de Marly Pegasus and Jo Malone Sweet Milk have a close profile.

Aqua Allegoria Bergamote Calabria

7.8

Guerlain · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Bergamote Calabria is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with a green, lightly spiced side that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and everyday wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it leaves a light, close trail. More voters call it feminine, but a good share read it as masculine, which puts it somewhere in between. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and petitgrain, giving the citrus a green, crisp edge. Cardamom and ginger bring a mild spice to the heart, with a fruity, sweet softness alongside. White musk settles underneath as a clean, quiet base. Its profile is close to The Different Company Bergamote and Laboratorio Olfattivo Bergamotto.

Kenzo pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Kenzo · 1991

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Kenzo pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic scent with green and floral touches, made for men, and it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named occasions. Half of voters call its character masculine. It opens with bergamot, lemon and clary sage alongside green notes for a bright start. In the heart, ozone, jasmine and juniper come forward. Cedar, moss and musk in the base settle it onto a woody footing.

Eau des Sens (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Diptyque · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Diptyque Eau des Sens Eau de Toilette is a unisex scent that pairs angelica, bitter orange and orange blossom in a fresh, citrusy style. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn and winter well behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate; most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share find it masculine. The fresh, citrus accord leads, with the sourness of bitter orange softened by the floral side of orange blossom. Angelica and juniper berry add a green, lightly spicy tone, while patchouli leaves a powdery, sweet base. Altogether it reads bright and fruity. Diptyque Eau des Sens Édition Limitée 2019 and Marrakech Imperial Take Me Back to Marrakech have a close profile.

Vanille Insensée

7.2

Atelier Cologne · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Atelier Cologne Vanille Insensée is a woody, powdery unisex scent that sets bright citrus and coriander against the sweetness of Bourbon vanilla and amber. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and it suits leisure and daily wear, with office use close behind. Voters split between reading it as feminine and masculine, which keeps it between the two. The top opens fresh and spicy with Italian citron, Russian coriander and Key lime. In the heart, Haitian vetiver, Egyptian jasmine and Slovene oakmoss add a smoky, woody turn. The base of Bourbon vanilla, amber and English oak settles into a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Creed Sublime Vanille and Diptyque Eau Duelle have a close profile.

Jasmin Rouge

7.8

Tom Ford · 2011

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge is a sweet, powdery floral-oriental where jasmine is warmed by spice; it is sold as unisex but sits most comfortably in the evening and at night. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters suggest autumn and spring, though plenty pick winter as well. It leans towards nights out and evenings, and about half of voters read it as feminine, with classic and modern coming next. Jasmine sambac absolute sits at the centre and wears creamy and powdery. Black pepper, white pepper and spices add dryness without sharpening the flower, while clary sage and amber leave a woody, oriental warmth. Initio Rehab and Maison Anthony Marmin Hind have a close profile to Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge.

Mon Paris (Eau de Parfum)

6.8

Yves Saint Laurent · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Mon Paris Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral and fruity scent with a clear sweet side, and it reads feminine and modern. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, strawberry and raspberry, which give a fruity brightness. In the heart, Chinese jasmine, peony and jasmine sambac absolute bring the floral side forward, while Indonesian patchouli and white musk in the base soften the scent and sweeten it. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring, with summer and fall close behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and it also works for evenings out and the office. Most voters find it feminine.

Angel Nova (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Mugler · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Mugler Angel Nova Eau de Parfum is a fresh, fruity scent that settles into a sweet, woody base, leaning clearly feminine. The top is lychee and raspberry, which give the fruity freshness first. Damask rose in the heart adds a soft floral touch, and akigalawood with benzoin sweeten the base and close it on a woody note. The synthetic accord gives the whole a smooth, modern feel. Most voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Spring and summer lead, with autumn and winter further behind. It leans towards leisure, night out and daily wear, and over half of voters read it as feminine. Hugo Boss Boss Alive Intense and Nest Lychee Rose (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

L'Humaniste

8.1

Frapin · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Frapin L'Humaniste opens with pink pepper, bergamot and cardamom, a fresh unisex scent where citrus and green tones lead. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend it for summer and spring, with autumn well behind and winter rarely chosen. It leans towards daily wear, leisure time and the office, and is picked less for evenings and nights out. Though unisex, voters mostly find it masculine. The top is bright and spicy-cool, with citrus, black pepper and cardamom. The heart brings juniper, peony, thyme and nutmeg, green and floral sides coming forward while the spice carries on. In the base, tonka bean sweetens it slightly, while oakmoss and gin set a dry, woody ground. Frapin L'Humaniste Extrême and Nicolaï L'Eau miXte have a close profile.

Aswan

8.4

Widian · 2021

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Qaed Al Fursan Unlimited / قائد الفرسان

7.1

Lattafa

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Lattafa Qaed Al Fursan Unlimited / قائد الفرسان is a fresh, fruity women's scent that most voters place in spring and summer. It opens with coconut, pineapple and citrus notes, and the heart of frangipani, jasmine and ylang-ylang adds a soft floral touch. In the base, sandalwood, vanilla and white musk lead, while sweet notes push it towards a creamy, powdery gourmand feel. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It leans towards leisure and daytime wear, with some voters also choosing it for work and nights out. Most voters read it as feminine. Gas Bijoux Ensoleille Moi and Lolita Lempicka Elle L'Aime 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.

Infusion d'Iris Cèdre

8.0

Prada · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prada Infusion d'Iris Cèdre is a fresh, woody unisex scent built around Italian mandarin orange, Iris pallida and cedarwood; it has been discontinued. A citrusy, green freshness runs through it, backed by galbanum and Tunisian neroli. Iris pallida adds a powdery, creamy softness, while cedarwood, vetiver, Somalian frankincense and Siam benzoin settle it onto a spicy, woody base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business wear. It does not read clearly masculine or feminine, with votes split almost evenly. Prada Infusion d'Iris and Prada Infusion d'Homme have a close profile.

L'Homme À la Rose

7.3

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Francis Kurkdjian L'Homme À la Rose is a fresh, rose-led men's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer. It lasts well and has moderate sillage, so it carries comfortably through the day. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and few pick it for winter. Most voters read it as masculine, while some find it modern or feminine. Grapefruit gives it a bright citrus freshness. Bulgarian damask rose and May rose absolute add a floral layer on top, while French sage and Spanish cistus bring a green, lightly resinous edge. Amberwood supplies a woody, slightly sweet base. DKNY Be Desired and Diesel D Red have a close profile.

Wood Whisper (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

Ojar · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Ojar Wood Whisper Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy woody unisex scent that softens fruity plum and rose with cashmere wood, sandalwood and vanilla. Plum and rose lead the opening; in the heart, violet joins cashmere wood and sandalwood, giving the scent a woody body. The base of ambergris, musk, white amber and vanilla takes over and dries down into a sweet, creamy warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits evenings, nights out and leisure time. Voters lean slightly feminine, with masculine close behind, so it works in either direction.

Muschio Bianco / White Musk

7.2

Tesori d'Oriente

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Tesori d'Oriente Muschio Bianco / White Musk is a fresh, powdery and sweet floral built around ylang-ylang, rose and white musk, and it is unisex. It opens with lily of the valley and ylang-ylang, then keeps its floral line in the heart with jasmine, freesia, cyclamen and clove. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean and white musk leave it creamy and softly sweet. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, with summer and fall close behind. It suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Voters more often read it as feminine.

Thé Matcha 26

7.9

Le Labo · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Le Labo Thé Matcha 26 is a fresh, green unisex scent where citrus and fruity sweetness meet a creamy texture, easy to wear on mild, everyday days. The scent reads as one smooth line: matcha and bitter orange build a green, bright frame, while fig adds a soft, fruity sweetness to it. Cedarwood and vetiver sit behind as a woody base, and the creamy quality keeps everything gentle rather than sharp. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it leaves a close, quiet trail rather than a loud one. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and office use leading. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, which fits its unisex character.

Guilty (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Gucci · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Gucci Guilty Eau de Toilette opens on mandarin orange and pink pepper before raspberry, peach and lilac sweeten it into a fresh, fruity women's scent. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen settings. It reads feminine, though some find it modern. The mandarin and pink pepper give a bright, spicy start. Raspberry, peach and lilac then bring a floral, fruity sweetness. Patchouli and amber leave a woody, slightly powdery base. Gucci Guilty Intense and Gucci Guilty Black have a close profile.

Iris Poudre

7.8

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Iris Poudre is a women's perfume where iris, vanilla and sandalwood build a powdery, creamy base beneath fresh florals. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and it leans towards daytime and office wear. Most see it as feminine, with some calling it classic. Bergamot, orange and carnation open fresh with a light spice. In the heart, jasmine, magnolia, lily of the valley and aldehydes bring a floral, powdery air. The base of iris, vanilla, sandalwood and musk dries soft, sweet and woody. Elizabeth Arden 5th Avenue (Eau de Parfum) and Jil Sander Style have a close profile.

Beloved Man

7.9

Amouage · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Amouage Beloved Man is a fresh citrus scent deepened by resin, spice and wood, with a sweet edge; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with evening and leisure wear leading, and it reads masculine and classic. It opens with orange, grapefruit and elemi resin for a bright citrus start. In the heart, iris, geranium, saffron and jasmine add a floral, spicy softness. The base of vetiver, leather, patchouli and cedarwood settles into a woody, resinous foundation.

Dior Homme Sport (2012) (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Dior · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Homme Sport is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens on citron and ginger and settles into iris and cedar. Citron and ginger lead, pairing bright citrus with a gentle spicy warmth. At the heart, iris adds a soft, powdery floral touch, while cedar and green notes dry the scent down onto a woody, green base. The overall impression is fresh, lightly sweet and clean. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings. It reads masculine and modern, and it also gets chosen for sport. Joop! Berlin and Nikos Sculpture share a close profile.