The Perfume Library

Cloud (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Ariana Grande · 2018

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Ariana Grande Cloud Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy and powdery scent, its gourmand side softened by floral and fruity accords, with a feminine, modern feel for everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring a close third and summer the least favoured. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also finds a place in evenings and nights out. Most voters call it feminine. It opens with pear, bergamot and lavender, which add a light freshness. In the heart, coconut cream, praliné and vanilla orchid bring a milky sweetness. In the base, musk and woods gather that sweetness into a soft, woody finish.

Dolce & Gabbana pour Homme Intenso (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Dolce & Gabbana · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Dolce & Gabbana pour Homme Intenso Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green fougère with floral, woody and lightly sweet sides, aimed at men and easy to wear day to day. It opens with aquatic notes, tagetes, geranium and basil, which bring coolness and greenery. In the heart, lavender, hay absolute, tobacco and bran absolute push the scent towards a powdery, spicy character. Cypress, labdanum and sandalwood form a woody base underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter not far behind, and use is spread evenly across leisure, evening, daily and office wear. It is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Nobile 1942 Fougère Nobile and Jil Sander Sander for Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Panorama

7.1

Olfactive Studio · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Olfactive Studio Panorama is a unisex scent where citrus and green notes sit on a fresh, spicy, woody-resinous base, and it leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with fig leaf, bergamot and lemon for a bright start, while wasabi and bamboo leaf add a sharp, green edge. Cardamom, grass and galbanum carry the greenery through the heart, and vanilla, patchouli and labdanum soften the base into a resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, business and daily wear leading the occasions. It reads slightly more masculine, though a good share of voters call it feminine. Santa Maria Novella Alba di Seoul and Truefitt & Hill Apsley have a close profile.

Halloween Man

7.2

Halloween · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Halloween Man is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, spicy body, and it reads as modern and masculine. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend it for autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Most voters call it masculine. Violet leaf, basil and mandarin orange give a fresh, slightly green start, while Martini adds a light fruity sweetness. In the heart, cinnamon, lavender and orange blossom lead, with ginger flower softening the spice. The base of vanilla, leather, musk and ambergris leaves a gourmand, oriental warmth. A synthetic sheen runs through the accords.

Cloud 2.0 Intense

7.9

Ariana Grande · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Ariana Grande Cloud 2.0 Intense is a feminine, fruity-gourmand scent built around vanilla orchid, praliné and coconut cream. It opens with bergamot, lavender and pear, a fresh and lightly fruity start. In the heart, vanilla orchid, praliné and coconut cream take over and make it creamy and sweet. In the base, musk, woods, cashmeran and ambroxan soften that sweetness and settle it onto a smooth, synthetic backdrop. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind, and leisure, daily wear and evenings score about equally. Voters describe it as feminine and modern. Ariana Grande Cloud (Eau de Parfum) and Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '39 have a close profile.

Vanilla Skin (Hair & Body Mist)

7.8

Phlur · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Phlur Vanilla Skin is a sweet, gourmand hair and body mist that leans towards fall and winter days; it is presented as unisex. It opens with pink apple, pink pepper and sugar, then softens into lily, jasmine and cashmere wood at the heart. Sandalwood, oud, benzoin and vanilla take over the base, leaving a sweet, creamy, powdery vanilla with a light spicy, woody edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it suits daily and leisure wear best, though it also works for evenings and nights out. Half of the voters find it feminine, though it is presented as unisex. Byrokko Vanilla Delight and The Dua Brand Layers of Vanilla have a close profile.

Cloud Pink (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Ariana Grande · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Ariana Grande Cloud Pink Eau de Parfum is a floral-fruity scent where berries, dragon fruit and pink pineapple sit on a sweet, creamy, gourmand base. The top opens fruity with berries, dragon fruit and pink pineapple. In the heart, coconut water and vanilla orchid soften things, with ambrette in support. The base of praliné, musk and amberwood carries the sweetness into a creamy warmth, and a slightly synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear, with some choosing it for nights out. It reads feminine and modern. Clean Whipped Cherry and Phlur Vanilla Blackberry have a close profile.

Love, the Key to Life

7.6

Love, the Key to Life · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Love, the Key to Life is a floral perfume for women that opens with pink pepper, violet leaf and bergamot, then moves into rose, orange blossom and jasmine. Sweet and fruity tones soften the flowers, and a spicy edge runs through the scent. In the heart, rose, orange blossom and ylang-ylang lead; in the base, patchouli, sandalwood and amber leave a woody, slightly powdery warmth. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick spring and fall, and it suits evenings and daily wear alike. Most voters see it as feminine. Bvlgari Bvlgari pour Femme (Eau de Parfum) and Amouage Silver have a close profile.

MCM (2021) (Eau de Parfum)

6.5

MCM · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Black Violet

7.4

Tom Ford · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Tom Ford Black Violet is a unisex scent that sets black violet against oakmoss and vetiver, balancing a floral side with an earthy one; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by winter and spring, with summer well behind. Evening and night out lead the occasions. It has no clear gender lean: votes split between feminine and masculine. Black violet gives a floral, sweet start softened by a fruity tone, which lemon and kaffir lime lighten slightly. Cedarwood, vetiver and oakmoss add a woody, earthy, spicy depth underneath.

Extravagance Russe

7.9

Diana Vreeland · 2014

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Diana Vreeland Extravagance Russe is a sweet, spicy women's fragrance suited to fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter; evening and night out lead the occasions, though it also works for leisure time. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters mostly call it feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine. The scent as a whole rests on the warmth of amber and Bourbon vanilla. Resins and balsam add a resinous, woody depth, while musk softens it. The impression is sweet, gourmand and powdery, in an oriental mood. Hermès L'Ambre des Merveilles and Aerin Tangier Vanille share a close profile.

Untold

6.4

Elizabeth Arden · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Elizabeth Arden Untold is a fresh, floral and fruity women's fragrance built around blackcurrant, pear and peony. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has a fair following too; leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads as feminine, with some voters also calling it classic or modern. It opens with blackcurrant, pear, bergamot and pink pepper, which give it a fresh start with a light spicy edge. The heart is floral, with peony, Egyptian jasmine and gardenia. In the base, musk, sandalwood, patchouli and amber sweeten it and settle it onto a woody footing, while the synthetic accord adds a bright, clean feel.

Miami Nectar

7.6

Ellis Brooklyn · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Ellis Brooklyn Miami Nectar is a unisex scent that suits summer days and spring, pairing the freshness of pineapple and coconut water with a creamy, vanilla sweetness. It opens with pink pineapple, coconut water and palm leaf, a fruity and airy start. In the heart, frangipani, lily of the valley and wild jasmine add a soft floral touch. In the dry-down, vanilla, amberwood, driftwood and tree moss sweeten it and settle it onto a creamy base. Most voters recommend summer, followed by spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as feminine or modern, though it is offered as unisex. Rirana Coconut Nanas and Essential Garden Vanilla Bliss have a close profile.

MCM Onyx

6.5

MCM · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

MCM Onyx is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, suited to daily wear, leisure and the office. It opens with pink pepper, grapefruit and Nigerian ginger, a spicy freshness. In the heart, violet leaf, basil and French lavender add a green, lightly floral edge. Haitian vetiver, tonka bean and Clearwood™ settle the scent onto a woody, sweet base, while aquatic and synthetic touches run through the whole. Longevity and sillage are moderate: it stays close rather than leaving a heavy trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall next, and they read it as masculine and modern. Jaguar Classic Electric Sky and Armaf Sapphire have a close profile.

Away Weekend Woman

7.2

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abercrombie & Fitch Away Weekend Woman is a fresh, green women's fragrance that softens citrus and aquatic touches with light sweetness, leaning towards easy daily wear. It opens with rhubarb, white tea and fig leaf, a crisp green start. French lavender, clary sage and jasmine form the heart, and in the dry-down ambroxan, musk and tonka bean settle it onto a creamy, lightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office are its main occasions. Voters mostly call it feminine, followed by modern. Bentley Momentum and Maison Francis Kurkdjian Petit Matin have a close profile.

Cherry Stem

7.5

Phlur · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Phlur Cherry Stem is a sweet, fruity unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings and nights out lead the occasions, though it also works for leisure and everyday wear. It opens with black cherry and orange brandy. In the heart, plum nectar, sugar, jasmine and red freesia soften the fruit into something sweeter. The base of caramel, ebony and leather pulls it toward a gourmand, slightly spicy and powdery finish, with leather and wood adding weight.

Cloud Aurora

7.3

Ariana Grande · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ariana Grande Cloud Aurora is a sweet, creamy women's fragrance that suits leisure time and everyday wear. It opens with blackcurrant, musk and spun sugar. In the heart, vanilla, sandalwood and blossoms soften the sweetness. The base gathers smoke, blond woods, vanilla and amber into a warm, unheavy finish. Floral, fruity and gourmand accords lead, with a slightly synthetic sheen alongside. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick it for leisure and daytime, with evening use close behind. It reads clearly feminine. Câline Madame Chérie and Rabanne Fame (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Untold Absolu

7.4

Elizabeth Arden · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Elizabeth Arden Untold Absolu is a feminine perfume that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a powdery, woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with evenings, nights out and daily wear all in the mix. Most see it as feminine and classic. The top opens with ginger, Italian bergamot, red plum and black raspberry, a fruity start. In the heart, rose water, jasmine and narcissus build a floral body. The base keeps the sweetness going with Bourbon vanilla, tonka bean and benzoin, while cashmere wood adds a woody depth.

Smashingly Brilliant

7.2

Diana Vreeland · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Diana Vreeland Smashingly Brilliant is a fresh, citrusy fragrance, with green, floral and aquatic tones resting on suede and a woody depth. It opens bright and green with Calabrian bergamot, lemon, juniper berry, vervain and basil. Geranium carries the heart, and woods with suede settle into a soft, faintly leathery base. Fruity and sweet touches balance the coolness without dulling it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Though released as a women's fragrance, voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine.

CK One Summer 2021

7.2

Calvin Klein · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2021 opens with Meyer lemon, grapefruit and aquatic notes, a fresh, citrusy, aquatic unisex scent that has been discontinued. It begins with Meyer lemon and grapefruit for a bright citrus lift, softened by the aquatic notes. The heart of watermelon, eucalyptus and rhubarb adds a fruity, green touch. In the base, ambrox, peach skin and blond woods smooth the scent and give it a light sweetness. Longevity is rated weak and sillage moderate. Voters choose it most for leisure, daily wear and sport, and it also works at the office. Votes on character lean masculine, with modern and feminine not far behind. Zara Teahupoo and Afnan Perfumes Rare Reef have a close profile.

Beijos de Sol

6.6

Sol de Janeiro · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sol de Janeiro Beijos de Sol is a floral, fruity and sweet women's fragrance built around peach skin, mango nectar and coconut milk, and it suits summer days best. It opens with peach skin and mango nectar, a fruity, sweet start. In the heart, frangipani and coconut milk turn it creamy and gourmand. Woods and white musk in the base settle that sweetness onto a soft footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. It reads feminine and modern. The Dua Brand Tropical Kisses of the Sun and Giardini di Toscana Borabora have a close profile.

Peach Skin

7.8

Phlur · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Phlur Peach Skin is a fresh, sweet unisex scent built around peach skin, bellini and plum. It opens with bergamot, bellini, peach skin and plum, a fruity brightness. At the heart, white freesia, vanilla orchid and jasmine nectar add a soft floral touch. The base of sandalwood, amber and coconut caramel pulls it towards a creamy, sweet finish, with a synthetic edge among its accords. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as moderate, so it suits lighter, everyday wear. Xerjoff Torino24 and Zara Hibiscus / Zara Bloom 03 - Hibiscus have a close profile.

Guava Granita

7.6

Ellis Brooklyn · 2025

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Ellis Brooklyn Guava Granita is a fresh, sweet and fruity unisex scent with a creamy, gourmand softness. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters place it in leisure and daily wear, and some also pick it for a night out. It reads relaxed and sits comfortably on anyone. It opens with water lily, guava, banana and bergamot. The heart of mango blossom, cantaloupe and coconut palm keeps the fruit going, and the base of vanilla, sandalwood and almond milk settles it into something creamy and soft. Bath & Body Works Banana Blend and Aziri Granita have a close profile.

Incense

7.7

Matthew Williamson · 2007

Fresh · Spicy · Woody

Matthew Williamson Incense is a resinous, smoky and earthy fragrance whose woody, spicy build is lifted by a fresh touch, and it leans towards autumn and winter. Its notes are just patchouli, labdanum and frankincense. The smoky resin of the frankincense and the earthy patchouli carry the scent, while labdanum adds an oriental warmth. Spicy and woody tones give it body, and the fresh accord keeps it from turning heavy. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is worn from daytime through to the evening. Made for women, it is still read by some voters as having a masculine side. It was released in 2007 and has been discontinued.