The Perfume Library

Bvlgari · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bvlgari Eau Parfumée au Thé Rouge is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits daily and leisure wear, mostly in spring, fall and summer; it has been discontinued. It opens with orange, bergamot and pink pepper, then moves into fig, rooibos tea and Yunnan tea. The base holds walnut, resins and musk. Fresh and citrus accords are rounded out by floral, fruity and sweet touches, and it dries down woody and powdery. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office, with evening and night out well behind. Voters lean feminine, though a good share call it masculine. Acqua di Parma Arancia La Spugnatura and Nishane Wūlóng Chá (Extrait de Parfum) have a close profile.

Essential (Eau de Toilette)

6.5

Lacoste · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Lacoste Essential Eau de Toilette is a fresh men's scent that opens on tangerine, bergamot and blackcurrant, with tomato leaf pushing it toward green. It wears lightly, with moderate longevity and projection. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is mostly worn for leisure, daily use and sport. It reads as masculine and modern to most. The top mixes citrus and fruity brightness with a leafy green edge. Black pepper adds spice in the heart, while rose brings a soft floral touch. Sandalwood, patchouli and woody notes dry it down at the base.

Coriandre (Eau de Toilette)

Jean Couturier · 1973

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Jean Couturier Coriandre Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green chypre for women, opening with coriander and aldehydes and settling into a floral, woody scent. It starts bright, citrusy and lightly spicy, with coriander, aldehydes, orange blossom and angelica. The heart turns floral, with lily, rose, jasmine and iris. The base brings vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and oakmoss, giving it a dry, earthy chypre foundation. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind. It leans towards daily wear, the office and leisure time. Voters mostly find it feminine, though a quarter also read it as masculine. Balmain Balmain de Balmain (Eau de Toilette) and Courrèges Courrèges in Blue (1983) have a close profile.

Never-ending Summer

Maison Margiela · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Maison Margiela Never-ending Summer is a fresh, citrusy summer scent that balances fruity sweetness with spice and wood, and it suits anyone. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer, followed by spring, and it leans towards daily wear and leisure, with a place in the office too. Votes split between feminine and masculine, which puts it somewhere in between. It opens with bitter orange, Aperol and pepper, bright with a slightly bitter edge. Earl Grey tea, cardamom and nutmeg then add a warm, spiced depth in the heart. Cedarwood, patchouli and vetiver settle into a dry, woody base. Gallivant Berlin and Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Bigarade Concentrée have a close profile.

Frenchy Lavande / Le Frenchy

Guerlain · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Guerlain Frenchy Lavande / Le Frenchy is a fresh, green unisex fougère built around lemon, bergamot and lavender; it has been discontinued. The top is a bright citrus opening of lemon, vervain, petitgrain and bergamot. In the heart, sage, neroli and lavender bring a green, lightly spicy fougère feel. The base of tonka bean, vetiver and ambergris adds a woody footing and softens the whole. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though it reads as unisex. Acqua di Parma Colonia Club (Eau de Cologne) and Acqua di Parma Colonia Futura have a close profile.

Salina

Laboratorio Olfattivo · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Laboratorio Olfattivo Salina is a unisex scent that sets a salty, fresh, citrusy sea-air feel over a green, lightly sweet base, and it suits spring and summer days and relaxed hours. It opens with sea salt, pine needle and lemon zest, giving a salty, green freshness. In the heart, lavender, vermouth, sand, spindrift and myrtle keep the aquatic mood going. In the base, cedar draws a woody frame while vanilla and white musk soften it and add a little sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with leisure and daily wear leading and office use also possible. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads comfortably either way. Giardino Benessere Salaria and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo (2020) (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Royal Princess Oud

Creed · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Creed Royal Princess Oud is a fresh, citrusy opening settling into a floral, resinous and woody body, written for women. The top holds rose, Sicilian bergamot and violet, so citrus and flowers come first. The heart brings jasmine, vanilla absolute, patchouli and Florentine iris. In the dry-down, styrax, Siam benzoin, Indian sandalwood and oud give it a resinous, woody footing, with the spicy and fruity accords staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter chosen less often. Leisure, daily wear and business get the most votes among occasions. Voters read it mostly as feminine, though some call it masculine. Tauer Perfumes № 14 - Noontide Petals and Fort & Manlé Fatih Sultan Mehmed have a close profile.

Paradoxe Virtual Flower

Prada · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Prada Paradoxe Virtual Flower is a fresh, floral scent with a sweet, creamy and distinctly synthetic edge, made for women. It opens with a bright lift of Italian bergamot. Jasmine and neroli form the floral heart, and ambrette and musk in the base soften it into a creamy, warm finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mostly for leisure, daily wear and the office, reading as feminine and modern. Bon Parfumeur 103 Fleur de Tiaré Jasmin Hibiscus and Charlotte Tilbury Joyphoria have a close profile.

Cheirosa '87 / Rio Radiance / Tan Lines

Sol de Janeiro · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '87 / Rio Radiance / Tan Lines is a fresh, floral and sweet feminine scent built around coconut milk, mango and tuberose. Most voters recommend it for summer, then spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with office use not far behind. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters call its character feminine, and many also find it modern. Mango and coconut milk give it a fruity, creamy sweetness, while tuberose and ylang-ylang add a floral side. Vanilla and amber soften the whole, and sand keeps it light and fresh. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through it.

Mon Guerlain Sparkling Bouquet

Guerlain · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Guerlain Mon Guerlain Sparkling Bouquet is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without overwhelming a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads feminine, though many also call it modern. Fresh, fruity accords open with pear, while jasmine sambac and lavender turn the heart floral. In the base, sandalwood and Tahitian vanilla sweeten it and settle into a woody, powdery softness, with a slightly synthetic edge.

Elle Anniversary

Xerjoff · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Xerjoff Elle Anniversary is a fresh, floral and fruity women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer and suits both daytime and nights out. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, while autumn and winter trail behind. Night out, daily wear and leisure draw about the same support, and some also find it right for the office. Most voters call it feminine, and a fair number see it as modern. Bergamot, red fruits, lychee and green apple open it with freshness and fruity sweetness. Peony and jasmine then bring a soft floral heart, with cashmere wood and liquorice underneath. The base of musk, patchouli, sandalwood and amber settles into a powdery, creamy warmth.

Aqua Allegoria Flora Cherrysia

Guerlain · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Flora Cherrysia is a fresh, floral and fruity scent that suits spring and summer days and reads as feminine. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it sits close and stays light. Most voters call it feminine, and some find it modern. It opens with Calabrian bergamot and watermelon, bright and lightly fruity. In the heart, Nashi pear, cherry blossom and rose bring a floral, green, gently sweet feel. White musk, violet and woody notes soften the base. Escada Especially Escada Delicate Notes and Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Ocean di Gioia

Giorgio Armani · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giorgio Armani Ocean di Gioia is a fresh, aquatic scent where citrus and flowers meet a green lightness, and it suits summer and spring days. The top holds pear, green notes and citrus fruits, giving a fruity, bright first impression. In the heart, lily of the valley, rose, marine notes and water jasmine turn it watery and floral. Musk and sandalwood in the base soften it and add a lightly sweet warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring; daily wear, leisure and business settings lead, while evening trails far behind. It reads mostly feminine, and also modern. Viktor & Rolf Eau Mega and Roberto Cavalli Roberto Cavalli Acqua have a close profile.

A Fraghead's Asylum

FOMO · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

FOMO A Fraghead's Asylum is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with grapefruit, lemon and pink pepper, the citrus brightness carrying a light touch of spice. Jasmine and iris add a soft floral note in the heart. Vetiver, oud and amber settle the scent onto a warm, woody base, while aquatic and green tones keep the overall feel airy. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, business and daily wear are the top occasions. Most see it as masculine and modern. Mes Bisous A Wondrous Flight and Atelier Cologne Mandarine Glaciale have a close profile.

Good Life for Men (Eau de Toilette)

Davidoff · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Davidoff Good Life for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent built around bergamot, lavender and grapefruit; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage both rate as good. In the character votes, masculine leads, with classic and modern close behind. The top opens fresh, green and fruity, with fig leaf, blackcurrant and melon beside the citrus. In the heart, magnolia and violet add a soft floral touch. The base of tea, sandalwood and amber settles it into a sweet, woody finish.

Keep Glazed

The House of Oud · 2019

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

The House of Oud Keep Glazed is a unisex fragrance built around mango, coconut and cream, a sweet, fruity, gourmand scent brightened by citrus. It opens with strawberry leaf, mango and lemon, which give a fresh, juicy fruit impression. In the heart, cream and coconut soften things into a creamy sweetness, while ginger adds a light lift. Musk and precious woods keep the base calm and quiet. The accords also include a synthetic side. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most pick spring and summer, and it is used mainly for leisure and daily wear. Ariana Grande Cloud 2.0 Intense and Ariana Grande Cloud (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Sun-Gria

Lorenzo Pazzaglia · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sun-Gria is a unisex scent that pairs fresh citrus with a fruity, gourmand sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, nights out and evenings. Voters call its character modern, and it reads neither clearly masculine nor clearly feminine. It opens with mandarin orange, blood orange, bergamot and ginger, while clove, cinnamon and pink pepper add spice. The heart brings fruity sweetness through grape, peach, raspberry and red wine. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean, cane sugar and amber settle into a creamy, gourmand warmth.

Tokyo Bloom

The Different Company · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Different Company Tokyo Bloom is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent in which galbanum, blackcurrant bud and basil take the lead. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, which fits its unisex character. It opens with galbanum, blackcurrant bud, basil and dandelion, a sharp green freshness. Jasmine and cyclamen leaf bring a soft floral heart. In the base, gaiac wood, white musk and amber leave a light, warm woody finish.

Tea Tonique (Eau de Parfum)

Miller Harris · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Miller Harris Tea Tonique Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs bright citrus with the dry, green character of tea. It opens on lemon, Calabrian bergamot and petitgrain, a sharp citrus lift. In the heart, maté tea, green tea and Earl Grey tea lead, with nutmeg adding a light spice. The base of musk and birch tar settles into a soft, faintly smoky woodiness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions named most often. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level, so it reads as truly unisex. Pierre Guillaume 06 L'Eau Rare Matale and Chanel Eau de Cologne have a close profile.

Eau de Basilic Pourpre

Hermès · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hermès Eau de Basilic Pourpre is a light, clean unisex scent that pairs the green freshness of basil with citrus and a touch of spice. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin rather than leaving a strong trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn well behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads slightly more masculine, though a good share of voters call it feminine. Basil and bergamot lead, geranium adds a soft green-floral note, spices give a little warmth and patchouli sits quietly underneath as an earthy base. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and green. Sisley L'Eau Rêvée d'Alma and Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin (Cologne) have a close profile.

Rush 2

Gucci · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gucci Rush 2 is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Narcissus and freesia open it with a citrusy freshness. In the heart, lily, rose and palm tree wood build a floral body. In the base, musk, blackberry and oakmoss sweeten it and pull it towards a powdery softness, with a faintly synthetic sheen in the background. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office stand out. Most find it feminine and modern. Kenzo Flower Cherry Poppy and Ramón Monegal Cherry Musk have a close profile.

Marseille

Comme des Garçons · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Comme des Garçons Marseille is a fresh, powdery unisex scent built on neroli and French soap, reading like clean skin just washed. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often as the setting. Longevity and sillage both rate as good, and it sits between masculine and feminine without leaning clearly either way. The top pairs neroli with French soap for a citrusy, fresh opening. Oranger Crystals and Petalia® add a soft floral heart. Cosmone and Ambrofix close it in the base with a creamy, powdery and slightly synthetic finish. Les Eaux Primordiales Musk and Juliette Has A Gun Gentlewoman have a close profile.

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