I don't enjoy Green scents too much, recommend me some scents, Green lovers!

[Aerandir4]

For some reason I just haven't enjoyed any pure Green scents thus far on my fragrance journeys. It seems to be one of those genre's that just doesn't seem to hit the spot, or perhaps I haven't tried the right ones. If you want to see what I've tried, take a look at the tried section of my wardrobe. The closest thing I have tried that I've liked close to a pure Green scent has been the few Neroli and Vetivers. I want some hardcore green scent recommendations that are wonderful, please.

Do you have any in mind?

Some of Ayala Moriel's creations look interesting but I haven't tried them as of yet.

[Amit]

It's not hardcore green, but I used to enjoy Frederic Malle Bois d'Orage. I had created a thread a while ago looking for similar requirements -- it had some great recommendations.

I'm unable to find it atm though -- getting an error on search.

[jenson]

Malle Bois d'Orage/French lover is a wonderful scent. sparkling and juicyat the same time..smells of tender green stems...the green accords subside towards mids though...

you may want to try Byredo Green (dense accord of green with jasmine)

[Mudassir]

Miller et Bertaux #3 Green, Green, Green and Green

[Bigsly]

I generally don't like them either, and I would caution you about forcing them on yourself, because you can give yourself a "chemical sensitivity" type of problem, and as I discovered, you then become super-sensitive to all smells for a while and have to avoid wearing most of your frags. I could only wear weak ones in tiny amounts for a couple of months.

[Sugandaraja]

Ayala Moriel's stuff is good, though some of her green fragrances are a little strange - Gaucho is oddly sappy and botanical to my nose.

How do you feel about powder notes? If you don't mind a heavy dose of them in the base, the top notes of Estee Lauder's Private Collection are just phenomenal. Chanel No. 19 is another readily-available classic that's worth trying.

On the subject of green-florals, I find FM's En Passant - a lilac - true-to-life and gorgeous, SMN's Magnolia mellow and highly wearable, and Eau d'Italie's Magnolia Romana to be austere, complex, and fascinating.

Though I can't wear it, Diptyque's L'Ombre dans L'Eau is an intensely tart, green, and sappy rose, and has its fans here. Similarly, Sisley's Eau de Campagne is a Herculean tomato leaf fragrance.

I found Piver's Cuir de Russie a very mellow green fragrance, despite the leather in its name.

I found FM's French Lover enjoyable in a crunchy fresh-vegetable way.

Miller Harris has a nice herbal green fragrance in the curiously salty, Mediterranean Fleurs de Sel.

I may be alone in this, but to my nose CdG's Hinoki had a nice green note that gave a nice feeling of life to its pure cedar. CdG also puts out Calamus, in their Leaves Series, which smells to me of new leaves and paper. The discontinued Mint actually only briefly smells of mint, quickly switching to a newly-mown lawn smell.

Happy hunting!

[jenson]

how did i forget - Diptyque Virgilio - one of my favorites!!

[Royal]

"Hardcore green" might not be for you. I know it isn't for me. Give Mugler Cologne a try.

[Sugandaraja]

how did i forget - Diptyque Virgilio - one of my favorites!!

YES! That's an awesome one. I tried it in Miami. Kind of makes me sorry I passed up a trade someone offered me last year...

[Mimi Gardenia]

Well you know tastes change - you may acquire a taste for green scents as you keep testing and trying. Never say never !
I will suggest Guerlain Vetiver - if you are hesistant about green perfumes- I always do for green scents-Vetiver is fresh and utterly gorgeous.
Also Nasomatto Absinth and Penhaligon 's English Fern - green and aromatic .

[Off-Scenter]

For some reason I just haven't enjoyed any pure Green scents thus far on my fragrance journeys. It seems to be one of those genre's that just doesn't seem to hit the spot, or perhaps I haven't tried the right ones. ...

Well, I made a list of some of my favorite green scents, plus some of the green scents I'd consider most "characteristic" of the genre, and guess what? Except for Chanel No. 19, it doesn't look like Aerandir4 has tried any of them yet. See, there's hope!

So, here they are:

Eau de Campagne
Virgilio
Bel Respiro
Yerbamate
Comme des Garçons Calamus
Comme des Garçons Lily
Devin
Alliage
Baïme
Chèvrefeuille Original
Annick Goutal Le Chèvrefeuille
Givenchy III
L'Ombre dans l'Eau
Geranium pour Monsieur
Dawn Spencer Hurwitz Celadon
Jardin de Kerylos
L'Eau de Ryokuei
Fleurs de Sel
Magnolia Romana


Oh, and can you tell I like green?

[Strollyourlobster]

A couple florals with a green aspect but where green isn't the main impression:
Diptyque's L'Ombre dans L'Eau
Givenchy Insensé
And PdN Nicolai Pour Homme has a really nice gentle green lavender opening before it begins to warm up.

[Asha]

My list of favorites:

Chanel No.19 (all concentrations)
Chanel Cristalle EDP
Chanel Bel Respiro
PdN Le Temps d'une Fete
Guerlain Sous le Vent
Guerlain Vol de Nuit (extrait)

Notables:

CDG Vettiveru
Guerlain Vetiver
Estee Lauder Private Collection (original)
Miller Harris Fleurs de Bois
Lez Nez The Unicorn Spell

[Big_Scooter]

Good to see a few designer suggestions. Every time I see a thread about green frags, it seems like most of the suggestions are niche and >$100 a bottle. Not that there is anything wrong with expensive frags, but they aren't for everyone. Anyone have some other designer (or inexpensive niche) suggestions?

Not trying to hijack the thread, of course. Just thought i would throw that in since there was already a green thread up.

[Snafoo]

I second Eau de Campagne and Sous Le Vent. Both are green, but the resemblance immediately stops there. Eau de Campagne is a screaming green, so I'm not sure you'll like it but it's worth a try as it's one of those "benchmark" fragrances - so unmistakably green it hurts. Sous Le Vent is barely green at all IMO, but it's often referred to as green. Its a straight up chypre, but I supposed it gets the green moniker because it's softer than most other chypres I've tried and has elements of basil and tarragon.

[Mimi Gardenia]

Of course Eau de Campagne and Vol de Nuit ! Lovely !

[paintrman]

This is going to seem WAY off topic but it's not really. I was reading on the blog "Nowsmellthis" about a company in Australia that has marketed a scent that is supposed to calm you down that includes: The fresh calming aroma coming from pine trees, sequoia trees and meadows. It's extremely affordable so I ordered a bottle a couple of weeks ago and will post a review when I finally get it.

Here is the web addy if interested: http://serenascent.com/index_files/Page371.htm

[Bigsugarman]

I recall reading MPG's Parfum d'Habit described as "nuclear green" or "army surplus green". If you are looking for a hardcore green fragrance this is about as beastly as one can get. About as dark and brooding as a green fragrance can get. It's tough to find but worth it. Special stuff. Not your classic green fragrance but still applies.

[Off-Scenter]

Good to see a few designer suggestions. Every time I see a thread about green frags, it seems like most of the suggestions are niche and >$100 a bottle. Not that there is anything wrong with expensive frags, but they aren't for everyone. Anyone have some other designer (or inexpensive niche) suggestions?

Not trying to hijack the thread, of course. Just thought i would throw that in since there was already a green thread up.

A very astute observation, actually! I believe this reflects the (sad) fact that green scents in general have largely failed to attain widespread public appeal and are hence not considered commercially viable by many designer houses. All hail Chanel and Estée Lauder for making some of the best greens!

Which reminds me - I somehow forgot to mention Private Collection in my first response. Shame on me!

[KMF]

Kiton Men

[ohhmygod]

Parfum d'Habit

[TwoRoads]

I only have three fragrances in the Green family, but I love them: Yerbamate, Halston 1-12 and Devin.

[Off-Scenter]

Parfum d'Habit

I've noticed Parfum d'Habit mentioned a couple of times here, and at the risk of being an unwelcome gadfly, I'll state that while I adore Parfum d'Habit, I would not describe it as a "green" scent - more of a dark, mossy leather with lots of vetiver and earthy patchouli. It does to me evoke a conifer forest atmosphere, but not classic green herbaceous notes like galbanum, tomato leaf, basil, violet leaf, ivy, etc.

[Asha]

I forgot one too, Vibert: Les Nez The Unicorn Spell. Maybe I'll think of more later...

[Redneck Perfumisto]

Good to see a few designer suggestions. Every time I see a thread about green frags, it seems like most of the suggestions are niche and >$100 a bottle. Not that there is anything wrong with expensive frags, but they aren't for everyone. Anyone have some other designer (or inexpensive niche) suggestions?

Not trying to hijack the thread, of course. Just thought i would throw that in since there was already a green thread up.

I hear ya! My favorite green scent is probably Fleur de Liane by L'Artisan Parfumeur. Not cheap by any means. I'm nursing my sample to delay the sticker shock.

Chanel no. 19 is really nice. I didn't realize how great a scent it is until I sniffed it in the store recently, and (for whatever strange reason) I saw it from a green perspective while suspending my normal view of the scent. I'm very funny that way with green notes. For instance, I thought that Varvatos Artisan was a kick-ass new green scent, until somebody (Joe P.?) pointed out the synthetic citrus notes. Yup - they were there. After I latched onto those, the fragrance lost its appeal.

At the risk of sending Vibert into horrible memories (his review is priceless - you gotta check it out! ), I do love the green notes in Guerlain Homme.

Odysseusm? Where are you?

[MFJ]

Something refreshing, bright green: Bond no 9 Gramercy Park..

[Sybarite]

I've noticed Parfum d'Habit mentioned a couple of times here, and at the risk of being an unwelcome gadfly, I'll state that while I adore Parfum d'Habit, I would not describe it as a "green" scent - more of a dark, mossy leather with lots of vetiver and earthy patchouli. It does to me evoke a conifer forest atmosphere, but not classic green herbaceous notes like galbanum, tomato leaf, basil, violet leaf, ivy, etc.

Actually your fab' description of Parfum d'Habit has just convinced me that I must find a bottle a.s.a.p. ! (Which I was not being quite convinced when it was being described as a "green" scent) ... It sounds just perfect ! ... So thank you very much for that Vibert !
(Now the only problem is actually being able to get my mits on a bottle ??!! (*Sigh* !)

[Sybarite]

This is going to seem WAY off topic but it's not really. I was reading on the blog "Nowsmellthis" about a company in Australia that has marketed a scent that is supposed to calm you down that includes: The fresh calming aroma coming from pine trees, sequoia trees and meadows. It's extremely affordable so I ordered a bottle a couple of weeks ago and will post a review when I finally get it.

Here is the web addy if interested: http://serenascent.com/index_files/Page371.htm

That sounds wonderful (and most useful too ! I could do with some of that !) ... And so very affordable to ! (Verging on the ridiculous even ! )

However ... How, if ya don't mind me asking, did you manage to get it ??? ... I was under the impression that they did not mail internationally ??

Do post your thoughts on it please ! ... I would be most interested in hearing your "assessment" of it !

[Redneck Perfumisto]

Something refreshing, bright green: Bond no 9 Gramercy Park..

Or über-green - Bond no.9 Riverside Drive! How could I forget that one? "Leaf-zilla" - I think that's what Turin called it.

[MFJ]

Or über-green - Bond no.9 Riverside Drive! How could I forget that one? "Leaf-zilla" - I think that's what Turin called it.

I'll be trying this one soon at Sephora here.. "Leaf-zilla" haha... that is a cute name he thought of

[Sybarite]

I'll be trying this one soon at Sephora here.. "Leaf-zilla" haha... that is a cute name he thought of

It's an absolutely "spot-on" description for it too ! ... I doubt it could be described better !

[jathanas]

Green Valley, Green Irish Tweed

[Aerandir4]

Woah!, I turn my PC on and see over 30 replies! Good God thanks for the recommendations, I'm itching to try these out now. Its a shame Amouage haven't done anything Green because I would love to see a green rendition from them as well.

[ohhmygod]

I've noticed Parfum d'Habit mentioned a couple of times here, and at the risk of being an unwelcome gadfly, I'll state that while I adore Parfum d'Habit, I would not describe it as a "green" scent - more of a dark, mossy leather with lots of vetiver and earthy patchouli. It does to me evoke a conifer forest atmosphere, but not classic green herbaceous notes like galbanum, tomato leaf, basil, violet leaf, ivy, etc.

lol i just let my friend tested it and he said it smelled like powder at the start (really powdery ?). But yeah, because of your excellent review, my blind buy (PdH) turned out great.

Now Sybarite you better get urself ur bottle soon ! IMO this scent is really safe :- / Not risky as mentioned few times on this board.

[Aerandir4]

lol i just let my friend tested it and he said it smelled like powder at the start (really powdery ?). But yeah, because of your excellent review, my blind buy (PdH) turned out great.

Now Sybarite you better get urself ur bottle soon ! IMO this scent is really safe :- / Not risky as mentioned few times on this board.

I visited a department store in the UK not too long ago to try some of the dwindling MPG scents on offer and about 12 scents were on offer other than the ones I really wanted to try, Parfum d'Habit and Santal Noble

[gupts]

Creed Selection Verte is an awesome green fragrance....it starts with a mix of citrus and mint before the citrus fades away and the mint dominates from here on....I've read people mentioning some 'sweet pea' accord in it but I can't seem to be able to figure that out....

Must must try for anyone looking for a very fresh, clean green scent...

I just wish it was a bit easy to procure.

[nwatts88]

There are so many different types of green fragrances. What do you specifically dislike?

My favourites of the moment: Chanel's Bel Respiro is very crisp, clean and loosely floral. It has a very slight vegetal hint, but not in a damp, dank manner, rather fresh and bright. Another is Frederic Malle's French Lover, a far more zingy crushed vegetal fest, with a hint of smoky frankincense, a very wearable springtime fragrance.

[ebear]

Another vote for Creed Green Valley, and I'd like to add with great enthusiasm Creed Original Vetiver, the closest I've come to a sine qua non fragrance.

[Tonyprince]

Yerbamate smells like weeds and wildflowers in a way that nothing else I've tried does.
Devin is a nice crisp pine. Think Polo and Yatagan stripped down or Pino Silvestre made more complex.
Creed Original Vetiver. A nice green soapy vetiver.

[jss]

Eau de Campagne very very green.

[noggs]

I'd like to put in plugs for Jacques Fath Green Water and Brooksfield b.green.

[ohhmygod]

I visited a department store in the UK not too long ago to try some of the dwindling MPG scents on offer and about 12 scents were on offer other than the ones I really wanted to try, Parfum d'Habit and Santal Noble

And dont forget Amber Precieux as well. But Parfum d'Habit feels really green ^__^ And safe.

[Jane Daly]

Green's are my absolute faves. Why I have not tried Mudassir's suggestion of Miller et Bertaux #3 Green, Green, Green and Green is silly, so now I simply must

Apologies for any repeats:

Balmain Vent Vert (original is killer green and available reasonably on ebay. 2nd formlation is my favourite and is available for a song online. Both would be great on a man or a woman- see my post for pics of the different bottles/formulations:
http://community.basenotes.net/showt...ight=vent+vert )

Estee Lauder Aliage or Azuree are both gorgeous dry greens.
Gucci Envy (women's) is a wet green
Chanel No19 is also nice but a bit cool for my taste
Creed Aubepine Acacia is a gorgeous green
Parfums de Nicolai Le Temps d'Une Fete is a chewy green delight (and 30ml bottles are around $40....)
Niki de Saint Phalle is a forest-y green chypre (cheap online!!)
Jacomo Silences is a dry sophisticated green, totally unappreciated imo
Sisley Eau de Campagne is totally fab, green wet and fresh

[mtgprox05]

I'll be trying this one soon at Sephora here.. "Leaf-zilla" haha... that is a cute name he thought of

Matt, it's no joke, it's VERY green.

[MFJ]

Matt, it's no joke, it's VERY green.

Thanks for letting me know bro... I'll be prepared! It's got me more curious now!

[mtgprox05]

Here are some more:
Gendarme Green: The greenest scent I have ever smelled
TDC Charmes et Feuilles: Floral herbs
CDG 3: Eccentricly synthetic space flower in a field of greens.
Frederic Malle Angeliques sous la Pluie: Best green scent I have smelled. Smells like a gin and tonic.
Armani Prive Vetiver Babylone: Vetiver, for vetiver haters. Very clean.
Le Labo Bergamotte 22: Woody green citrus.
Bond Bleecker Street: Sharp and sexy violets.
Bond Central Park: Similar to Vetiver Babylon with more citrus, not as good.
Heeley Eau de Verveine: Oddly "fizzy" green, slightly dirty.
Frederic Malle En Passant: Ethereal flowery green.
Fou d'Absinthe: Classic fougere.
Creed Green Valley and Original Vetiver
Stephanie de Saint-Aignan Li Altarelli: HERBAL-green.
Magnolia Romana: Elegant green-aquatic.
Philosykos: Figgy green.

[fraddicted]

Have decided I'm not really into green scent-wise, but Greenergy by Givenchy is reasonable and definitely fits the bill.

[Aerandir4]

I have to say that I am slowly becoming more interested in green scents but in a way I didn't expect at all-through rose scents! Especially Rose Muskissime by MPG, Rosa Flamenca by Parfums Rosine and Sa Majeste la Rose by Serge Lutens. Is anyone else taking a like to green scents albeit indirectly?

[Magnifiscent]

Just let me add to everything above mentioned
Paco Rabanne PH, a classic musky green fougère
Serge Lutens Chêne, a very sappy woody juice loaded with beeswax and black thyme

[jcrich]

Another one for Green Valley.

[miyeke]

you should try Halston 1-12 and Devin these

[Ken_Russell]

Knize Forest, Horizon by Guy Laroche, Greenenergy by Givenchy, Gucci Nobile and Agua de Loewe

[PhinClio]

For an inexpensive but first-rate designer green, try Balmain de Balmain (marketed to women, but a truly unisex green chypre).

[JaimeB]

Knize Forest, Horizon by Guy Laroche, Greenenergy by Givenchy, Gucci Nobile and Agua de Loewe

I was looking through these posts to see if and when somebody would mention the beautiful, but now criminally discontinued Gucci Nobile:

Gucci
Nobile
(1988)
Givaudan
Jean-Charles Niel
Green Herbal Chypre
------------------
Top Notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Lavender, Rosemary, Tarragon, Mace
Middle Notes: Jasmine, Green Notes, Rose, Cyclamen, Carnation, Geranium, Fir
Base Notes: Cedar, Patchouli, Sandal, Tonka Bean, Musk, Moss, Vetiver, Amber
------------------
An incredible green chypre for men. Why this was ever discontinued is a great mystery to me. It is one of the best of its kind. The herbal notes — rosemary, lavender, and tarragon — take the lead, and are soon reinforced by a galbanum accord in the heart. The citrus, herbals, and spice in the top notes are transformed by the florals in the heart and a classic woody chypre drydown lingers with subtle green hues persisting until the end. If only it weren't so difficult to find! I have one bottle in reserve, and then... pfft!

[megatropolis]

Here are some more:
Gendarme Green: The greenest scent I have ever smelled
TDC Charmes et Feuilles: Floral herbs
CDG 3: Eccentricly synthetic space flower in a field of greens.
Frederic Malle Angeliques sous la Pluie: Best green scent I have smelled. Smells like a gin and tonic.
Armani Prive Vetiver Babylone: Vetiver, for vetiver haters. Very clean.
Le Labo Bergamotte 22: Woody green citrus.
Bond Bleecker Street: Sharp and sexy violets.
Bond Central Park: Similar to Vetiver Babylon with more citrus, not as good.
Heeley Eau de Verveine: Oddly "fizzy" green, slightly dirty.
Frederic Malle En Passant: Ethereal flowery green.
Fou d'Absinthe: Classic fougere.
Creed Green Valley and Original Vetiver
Stephanie de Saint-Aignan Li Altarelli: HERBAL-green.
Magnolia Romana: Elegant green-aquatic.
Philosykos: Figgy green.

I llooooovvvveee this list~

[MFJ]

I recently fell in love with Parfum d'Empire's Eau de Gloire.... green citrus-chypre...

[megatropolis]

Angeliques sous la Pluie.......is the Best...and Bleeker by BOND!!!!

[kumquat]

A good crossover scent, in other words, not an uber-green scent, is Lauren Polo Green original. It has some patchouli in the base and it has nice deep development.

[seasoldiermarine]

I agree with Nobile
Polo
Paco Rabanne PH

[shamu1]

Original Vetiver by Creed is so damn green you can taste it. It's the greenest smelling frag I've ever smelled.