The Perfume Library

Tuscan Leather (Eau de Parfum)

8.2

Tom Ford · 2007

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Tuscan Leather Eau de Parfum is a spicy, woody unisex scent where fruity sweetness meets smoky leather, and it leans towards fall and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, while summer draws few. Evening and night out lead the occasions, with business and daily wear well behind. About half of voters read it as masculine, and a good share call it classic. It opens with raspberry, saffron and thyme, a spicy fruitiness. Frankincense and jasmine come through in the heart. As it dries, black suede, leather, woods and amber take over, settling into a smoky, animalic, sweet leather warmth. Nabeel Arab Tradition and Victor de Manoz Sexy Leather have a close profile.

CK One (Eau de Toilette)

6.8

Calvin Klein · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein CK One Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leaves a light, clean impression with its green, aquatic and floral sides. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon and bergamot, while papaya adds a fruity sweetness. In the heart, violet, lily of the valley, rose and jasmine form a floral base, softened by green tea and nutmeg. Musk and amber close it with a plain, gentle warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear and leisure lead the occasions, with sport and business close behind. Votes for masculine and feminine sit near each other, so it reads comfortably on either. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea (Eau Parfumée) and Création Lamis Everyone have a close profile.

Bentley for Men Intense

7.6

Bentley · 2013

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Bentley for Men Intense is a sweet, spicy and smoky men's fragrance built around black pepper, leather and labdanum. It opens with black pepper, African geranium and frankincense, so spice and resin show up straight away. In the heart, clary sage, leather and labdanum turn it leathery and smoky. Cedarwood, patchouli and sandalwood form a woody base, and the sweetness keeps an oriental warmth running through it. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters call it masculine and classic. Bentley for Men and Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Absolu have a close profile.

Green Irish Tweed

8.1

Creed · 1985

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Creed Green Irish Tweed pairs lemon, galbanum and lavender in a green, fresh and woody style, a masculine scent for spring and summer days and daytime wear. It opens with vervain, lemon, bergamot and peppermint for a cool citrus feel, while galbanum adds a sharp green edge. In the heart, lavender, violet leaf and violet bring a soft floral touch. Oakmoss, Indian sandalwood and cedarwood leave it on a dry, woody base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily, business and leisure wear leading. Most see it as masculine and classic. Issey Miyake A Scent and Creed Royal Water have a close profile.

Détour Noir

8.1

Al Haramain

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Al Haramain Détour Noir is a unisex scent that carries a fresh, fruity opening into a sweet, spicy and woody body. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend autumn and winter, then spring, and few pick summer. It is chosen most for evenings and nights out, though it is also worn for leisure and daytime. It reads mostly masculine, with a modern feel. The top holds violet, lavender, jasmine and apple, while the heart brings patchouli, bergamot, mandarin orange and vanilla. The base is gaiac wood, sandalwood, cardamom, geranium and pepper. Gourmand and creamy accents soften the vanilla, and the spice and wood keep the sweetness in check. MAD Parfumeur Trono and Parfums de Marly Layton have a close profile.

Musk Therapy (Extrait de Parfum)

8.2

Initio · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Extrait de Parfum

Initio Musk Therapy Extrait de Parfum is a fresh, powdery unisex scent where white and pink musk sit alongside magnolia and mandarin orange. The citrus side comes from mandarin orange and bergamot, while blackcurrant adds a fruity sweetness. Magnolia brings a soft floral touch, and Indian sandalwood with the musks settles the scent on a creamy, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters read it as more feminine than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Al Ambra Dubai Musk and Scentiments Musk Treatment have a close profile.

Fico di Amalfi

8.2

Acqua di Parma · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Acqua di Parma Fico di Amalfi is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards summer and spring, setting the green, lightly sweet side of fig against an aquatic freshness. It opens with a bright citrus layer of Italian bergamot, Italian lemon and grapefruit. In the heart, jasmine, fig nectar and pink pepper come forward, with the fruity sweetness balanced by green and aquatic tones. The base of cedarwood, benzoin and fig wood settles it onto a soft, woody ground. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters recommend summer, then spring, and it is picked for leisure, daily wear and the office. It draws votes as both masculine and feminine, sitting between the two. Lattafa Pride Pisa and Widian Granada have a close profile.

Oud for Glory

7.6

Lattafa

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Lattafa Oud for Glory is a sweet, spicy and smoky oriental for men, where the resinous, earthy oud is softened by caramel. It opens with pink pepper, bergamot and blackcurrant, a spicy, slightly tart start. In the heart, peony, caramel and oud lead, with the caramel's sweetness balancing the smoky side of the oud. The base of raspberry, patchouli and amber settles it onto a warm, woody footing. Most voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. It gets its votes mainly in winter and fall, with spring well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out rather than office or daily wear. Voters mostly read it as masculine and classic. Perfumes with a close profile include Lattafa Ramaad al Oud and Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum).

Pacific Chill

8.4

Louis Vuitton · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that leans towards warm weather, with most voters recommending summer and spring. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate: lighter than a room-filling fragrance, but more present than a skin scent. Leisure and daily wear come first, while sport and office use are also picked. Votes on character split between masculine and feminine without a clear winner, so it sits comfortably in between. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords dominate, softened by a green streak and a fruity sweetness. Lemon, orange and citron carry the brightness, while basil and peppermint push the green side. Fig and apricot add a light sweetness to the coolness.

Renaissance

8.1

Xerjoff · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Xerjoff Renaissance is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that pairs a bright opening of mandarin orange, lemon and Calabrian bergamot with mint and Bulgarian rose. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, daytime and leisure wear lead, and it also gets chosen for the office. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though it stays unisex in spirit. The top is fresh and lightly fruity, built from mandarin orange, lemon, bergamot and petitgrain. Mint, lily of the valley and rose add a floral, green coolness in the heart. The base of cedarwood, patchouli, musk and amber settles into a woody, softly sweet finish. Bois 1920 Scorzaforza and Al Haramain Neroli Canvas have a close profile.

Red Tobacco

7.9

Mancera · 2017

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Mancera Red Tobacco is a sweet, smoky, resinous unisex scent in which green apple and spice meet tobacco, vanilla and amber. It opens with green apple, white peach, saffron, cinnamon and nutmeg, pairing fruity brightness with spice. Patchouli and jasmine soften the heart. In the base, tobacco, vanilla and amber lead, while vetiver and gaiac wood give it a woody frame. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it suits evenings and nights out best. It leans masculine in character. Armaf Hunter Killer and Mancera Intense Red Tobacco have a close profile.

Hypnotic Poison (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Dior · 1998

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Dior Hypnotic Poison Eau de Toilette is a feminine scent where floral and fruity sweetness meets a gourmand, oriental warmth. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evenings and nights out rather than the office. Most see it as feminine. The top is plum, apricot, coconut, pimento and bitter almond, so it opens with fruit and almond sweetness softened by spice. The heart builds a floral core from tuberose, rose and jasmine sambac. It closes on vanilla and sandalwood, creamy, powdery and woody. Dior Hypnotic Poison Diable Rouge and La Rive Sweet Hope have a close profile.

Sedley

8.1

Parfums de Marly · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Parfums de Marly Sedley is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear and leisure leading, followed by business and sport. Most see it as masculine, though a fair share call it modern. Creed Himalaya and Montblanc Legend Blue have a close profile. Fresh, citrus, aquatic and green accords lead, with a spicy and woody line behind them. Aquatic notes, bergamot and spearmint give the opening its coolness. Lavender and Bourbon geranium take the heart. White musk, sandalwood and cedarwood settle it onto a soft, woody base.

L'Homme Intense

8.4

Prada · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Prada L'Homme Intense is a woody, powdery masculine scent built around amber, sandalwood and iris. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen less often. It is thought of mainly for evenings and nights out, though business and daily wear also have a place. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. Overall it carries a sweet, creamy warmth: amber and roasted tonka bean bring the sweetness, while sandalwood and patchouli lay a woody base. Iris adds a powdery softness, and the accords also include fresh, spicy and leathery touches.

Allure Homme Sport (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Chanel · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Chanel Allure Homme Sport Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that pairs orange, mandarin orange and seawater with a woody base of cedar and vetiver. Most voters pick spring and summer for it, and few choose winter. It is placed mainly in leisure, daily, sport and business settings, with fewer votes for nights out and evenings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, and a good share as modern. It opens bright and clean, with citrus and seawater lifted by aldehydes. In the heart, pepper and neroli add a light spice while cedar gives it a woody frame. The base of vanilla, tonka bean, musk and amber softens and sweetens it, and vetiver leaves a dry woodiness. La Rive Absolute Sport and Adidas Ice Dive have a close profile.

Oud Maracujá

8.1

Maison Crivelli · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Delina (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Parfums de Marly · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Parfums de Marly Delina Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral women's fragrance, softened by a sweet, powdery and creamy feel. It opens with bergamot, nutmeg, rhubarb and lychee, giving a fruity brightness. In the heart, peony, Turkish rose and lily of the valley carry the floral side. The base settles on vanilla, white musk and cashmeran, which make it creamy and powdery, while vetiver, frankincense and cedarwood balance the sweetness with a woody depth. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though it also works for nights out. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it modern. Monkoku Rose Allure and Armaf Club de Nuit Impériale have a close profile.

XXI: Art Deco - Blonde Amber

9.0

Clive Christian · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Clive Christian XXI: Art Deco - Blonde Amber is a sweet, creamy unisex scent built around amber, jasmine and tuberose. The floral heart sits on a sweet base: jasmine and tuberose are softened by blond tobacco, dried fruits and tonka bean. Bitter orange adds a slight edge to the sweetness. Gourmand, spicy and resinous accords give it a warm, dense feel. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and night-out and evening wear lead; it is not a summer scent. Voters most often call it masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Scentiments Golden Amber and Tom Ford Noir pour Femme have a close profile.

Valentino Uomo Intense (2016)

8.3

Valentino · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Valentino Uomo Intense opens with mandarin orange and clary sage and settles into a sweet, leathery base of vanilla and black leather; it is made for men and has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evening and night-out wear leading, while business and daily use trail behind. It is mostly seen as masculine. Sweet, gourmand and spicy accords dominate. Mandarin orange and clary sage lighten the opening, then iris adds a powdery softness and tonka bean a creamy sweetness in the heart. Vanilla and black leather close it out, and the woody, leathery side keeps the sweetness in check.

Black Opium (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Yves Saint Laurent · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent where coffee and vanilla meet jasmine and orange blossom in a sweet, gourmand style. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend fall and winter, with night out and evening wear leading, while business and daily use trail behind. Many read it as feminine, and a fair share call it modern. It opens with pink pepper and orange blossom, then moves to coffee and jasmine in the heart. Patchouli, cedar and vanilla gather in the base, leaving a powdery, creamy, oriental sweetness. The floral and fruity sides are balanced by a spicy touch.

Cedrat Boise

7.7

Mancera · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Mancera Cedrat Boise is a unisex fragrance that sets the brightness of lemon and blackcurrant against spice, leather and a smoky, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and see it as an easy fit for daily wear, leisure and the office. It leans masculine in character, though many also call it modern. It opens with Sicilian lemon, blackcurrant and spices, fresh and fruity. Patchouli and water jasmine sit in the heart, while woody notes, leather, musk, vanilla and oakmoss settle underneath. The citrus sparkle gradually gives way to a sweeter, leathery, smoky depth. Mancera Intense Cedrat Boise and Reyane Tradition Insurrection II Pure have a close profile.

Angélique Noire

8.6

Guerlain · 2005

Floral · Green · Fruity

Guerlain Angélique Noire is a unisex scent that softens the green, spicy character of French angelica root and seed with vanilla. Angelica root and seed, together with pink pepper, give the scent its green, floral and spicy side. Vanilla sweetens it into a creamy, powdery gourmand texture, and cedarwood leaves a woody base underneath. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen most often for evenings and nights out. Although it is unisex, most votes read it as feminine. Kilian Let's Settle This Argument like Adults, in the Bedroom, Naked and Maison Francis Kurkdjian Ciel de Gum have a close profile.

Ambassador for Men

7.5

Gisada · 2019

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Gisada Ambassador for Men is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening with a sweet, spicy and woody body, best suited to evenings and nights out, and to autumn and winter. It opens with green mandarin orange, apple and violet, a fresh and lightly fruity start, with cardamom adding spice. In the heart, black pepper, lavender and patchouli come forward, while mango and peony soften it. The base of vetiver, vanilla and amber settles into a sweet, woody foundation, and gourmand and synthetic touches colour the overall feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring also well represented, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and modern. Jaguar Stance and Al Haramain Détour Noir have a close profile.

9pm

7.9

Afnan Perfumes · 2015

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Afnan Perfumes 9pm is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening with a sweet, creamy gourmand warmth, and it suits evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring following and summer last. It is worn mostly on nights out and evenings, and few choose it for the office. Most voters find it masculine and modern. It opens with apple, bergamot and Provençal lavender alongside cinnamon, giving a fresh, lightly spicy and fruity start. Orange blossom and lily of the valley sit in the heart. In the base, amber, vanilla, tonka bean and patchouli sweeten the scent and settle it into a creamy warmth.