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Von all den Accessoires, auf die die ELLE-Redakteure nicht verzichten können, steht Parfüm ganz oben auf der Liste. Der ideale Duft kann jedes Outfit mit genau der richtigen Atmosphäre vervollständigen, sei es ein luftiger, ätherischer Duft für lässige Tagesveranstaltungen oder ein sinnlicher und dekadenter Duft für ein Date am Abend. Allerdings ist ein charakteristischer Duft auch zutiefst persönlich; Es kann besondere Erinnerungen hervorrufen, ein Gefühl von Trost oder Nostalgie hervorrufen und sogar dazu beitragen, der Welt von Ihrer einzigartigen Persönlichkeit zu erzählen. Außerdem können Düfte je nach Hauttyp ganz unterschiedlich riechen, was die Suche nach den besten Düften für Frauen zu einem individuellen Erlebnis macht.
„Beim Duft geht es um die Art und Weise, wie man sich dadurch fühlt„, erklärt Joan Tanis, nationale Trainings- und Veranstaltungsdirektorin bei Maison Francis Kurkjian. “Das Tragen eines Duftes, der auf die spezifische Chemie Ihres Körpers abgestimmt ist, kann auch Ihre Stimmung verbessern und sogar Ihr Verhalten ändern. Der Duft regt die Ausschüttung von Endorphinen an, was uns ein gutes Gefühl gibt.“
<p>If you’re not sure exactly where to start on your scent journey, don’t fret. <strong>We’ve scoured customer reviews and tested dozens of buzzy formulas to bring you some of the most interesting perfumes on the market. </strong>From summer-centric <a href=”https://www.elle.com/beauty/g42321665/best-lavender-perfumes/” target=”_blank”>lavender perfumes</a> to <a href=”https://www.elle.com/beauty/g41818693/best-vanilla-perfume/” target=”_blank”>mature vanilla</a> and rich gender-fluid scents, we made it easy to uncover timeless classics or intriguingly unconventional blends—no matter your preference. And the best part? You can order a few samples to compare and contrast your favorites while you’re still deciding, or go all-in on a full-size bottle that doubles as décor once you’ve nailed down your signature fragrance.<br><br>Also worth noting: Many of these brands offer some amazing <a href=”https://www.elle.com/beauty/makeup-skin-care/g40615141/best-perfume-gift-sets/” target=”_blank”>perfume gift sets</a>, so you can treat your loved ones to the magical experience of (hopefully) finding their new go-to scents, too. </p>” />
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Best Daytime Scent
Lancôme Idôle Eau de Parfum
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Best Daytime Scent
Lancôme Idôle Eau de Parfum
Pros
Long-lasting
Cons
Bottle may not stand on its own
With ambassador Zendaya as its leading lady, Lancome’s Idole already has a lot going for it. But with its burst of fresh florals—rose and jasmine, in particular—this makes for a fully feminine, but never overpowering, scent.
An Amazon reviewer says:“Beautiful scent of flowers that lasts on your clothes and wherever you spray it on yourself for well over a day! Plus, you only need a little bit, because it most certainly goes a long way.”
Top Notes
Bergamot, juicy pear, pink peppercorn
Size
0.85-3.4 fl. oz.
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Best Floral Scent
Gucci Gucci Bloom Eau de Parfum
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Best Floral Scent
Gucci Gucci Bloom Eau de Parfum
Pros
Dynamic Scent
Cons
Strong
A more modern take on the traditional floral perfume, this inventive fragrance is made all the more dynamic by its inclusion of rangoon creeper, a flowering vine native to tropical Asia. This can be a strong scent, so don’t overdo it, but the whiffs of jasmine and tuberose are simply lovely.
A Nordstrom reviewer says: “I smelled a magazine sample of this, and as an inveterate tuberose lover, I immediately ordered a full bottle. Just this side of vanilla is enough for everyday wear, but sensuous enough for going out. Love her.”
Top Notes
Rangoon creeper
Size
1-3.3 fl. oz.
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Best Celeb Scent
Ariana Grande Cloud Eau de Parfum
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Best Celeb Scent
Ariana Grande Cloud Eau de Parfum
Pros
Great for teens and young adults
Cons
May not be as long-lasting as other scents
Even if your name isn’t Ari, you can still smell like the superstar with this flirty, feminine perfume. With sweet floral and fruity scents of lavender blossom, pear, coconut, and vanilla, this is a bright, young fragrance, in the best way.
An Amazon reviewer says: “That’s it. Steamy cotton candy. I smell like a sexy cavity. Ten out of 10.”
Top Notes
Lavender blossom, juicy pear, bergamot
Size
1-3.4 fl. oz.
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Best Sultry Scent
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Eau de Perfume
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Best Sultry Scent
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Eau de Perfume
Pros
Elegant scent
Cons
Pricey
Starting bright and surprising with whiffs of jasmine, this perfume soon turns dark and seductive with traces of coffee and cocoa. A must-have for any wild night in or out.
An Amazon reviewer says: “The bottle is what immediately caught my attention, but after I sampled it, I needed to have it. It goes very well with my natural scent; it’s warm and sweet, yet sexy. It’s perfect for everyday wear as well as special occasions.”
Top Notes
Jasmine
Size
2.7 fl. oz.
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Best for Layering
The Harmonist Yin Transformation Parfum
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Best for Layering
The Harmonist Yin Transformation Parfum
Pros
Warm and sensual
Cons
Pricey
Buckle up tight, because this fragrance takes you on a ride. The yin-yang scent composition unfurls a delicate composition of sensual citrus and florals, then comes the dip: warm almond milk, sandalwood, and white musk.
“As someone with over 100 fragrances, my signature scent changes by the day. However, I almost always begin most of my scent layers with Yin Transformation, which bursts with creamy florals that feel like a balmy spring morning.” — Nerisha Penrose, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor
Top Notes
Bergamot, mandarin, pink peppercorn
Size
1.7 fl. oz.
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Best Beachy Perfume
Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk Eau de Toilette
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Best Beachy Perfume
Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk Eau de Toilette
Credit: Nordstrom
Pros
Ocean-inspired
Long-lasting
Cons
Scent may not be universally-appealing
Even if you don’t live near the coast, this effervescent summer perfume will instantly transport to warm, sandy shores with notes of bergamot, coconut milk, and aquatic-inspired transluzone. Also, what’s not to love about its striking apothecary-style bottle?
A Nordstrom reviewer says: “Love this scent, takes me to holiday in my head in one spritz. All the best bits—sun cream, salty skin, fruity cocktails, and tropical flowers. Delicious. The scent really lasts well, too. Great for every day!”
It’s all in the name, folks: This perfume is like spritzing on the feeling of a sunset soirée in a romantic palace garden. With orchid, patchouli, tea leaf, jasmine and rose, wearing Flowerbomb is the next best thing to carrying a bouquet wherever you go.
A Nordstrom reviewer says: “Flowerbomb, in my opinion, has to be the most beautiful and comforting fragrance ever created. Sweet-soft-romantic-powdery. It’s heaven in a bottle.”
Top Notes
Cattleya orchid, freesia, centifolia rose
Size
0.34-5 fl. oz.
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Best Unusual Floral Perfume
Elorea Inflorescence (송아리) Eau De Parfum
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Best Unusual Floral Perfume
Elorea Inflorescence (송아리) Eau De Parfum
Credit: Elorea
Pros
Soft floral & fruity notes
Long-lasting
Unisex
Cons
Some may prefer a muskier blend
Drawing inspiration from the Korean word songari, which means an array of flowers or fruit on a single stem, this enticing fragrance is at once familiar and unexpected. Top notes of mulberry and Korea-native Schisandra berry open up to plum blossom and honeysuckle, followed by subtly grounding base notes of amber and sandalwood.
“Elorea’s genderless perfumes are quickly becoming some of my new favorites. The burgeoning K-beauty brand looks to nature and its founders’ shared heritage to create some undeniably divine scents, like the soft yet not overly sweet Inflorescence. If you’re unsure which Elorea perfumes will best suit you, I also love that the label offers a discovery set, which comes with a voucher of equal value that can be applied to any purchase of a full-sized scent.”—Sam Peters, ELLE.com contributor
Top notes
Schisandra berry, mulberry
Size
50 or 100 mL
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Best Woodsy Perfume
Initio Parfums Prives Oud For Greatness Eau de Parfum Spray
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Best Woodsy Perfume
Initio Parfums Prives Oud For Greatness Eau de Parfum Spray
Pros
Balanced out with fresh notes
Cons
Pricey
If you’re seeking a rich woodsy yet balanced scent, try Initio Parfums’ Oud For Greatness. Spicy musk, nutmeg, and saffron add to the boldness of this Oud Wood-driven fragrance, while lavender and patchouli offer enticing floral notes for a sophisticated finish.
A Neiman Marcus reviewer says: “Every time I wear this, I get so many compliments from men and women. Last all day and night.”
Size
3 fl. oz.
Top Notes
Natural oud wood
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Best Budget
Le Monde Gourmand Beau Bleu Eau de Parfum
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Best Budget
Le Monde Gourmand Beau Bleu Eau de Parfum
Pros
Genderless
Well-balanced scent
Cons
May not be as long-lasting as some other scents
A little bit spicy, citrusy, and woodsy all in one, this super-affordable fragrance has the depth of a much pricier top-shelf perfume. The scent leans neither too masculine nor feminine, meaning it’s one your BF might just be tempted to use, too.
“I’ve always been a sucker for men’s cologne, but have never actually added any to my routine because I don’t want to smell like a full-on dude. However, this Le Monde Gourmand scent strikes the perfect balance. Described by the brand as evoking the ‘comforting embrace of an oversized hoodie stolen from your crush,’ it has an effortlessly musky scent without being too rich or overpowering. It’s so good, in fact, I love to spritz it on every few hours for a fresh whiff.”— S.P.
Top notes
Salted Lemon, pink pepper
Size
1 or 2.5 fl. oz.
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Best Nighttime Scent
19-69 Purple Haze Eau de Parfum
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Best Nighttime Scent
19-69 Purple Haze Eau de Parfum
Pros
Spicy-smelling
Cons
Pricey
Inspired by the ’70s and Jimi Hendrix, this perfume has notes of bergamot, musk, black pepper, and thyme. It’s a rich, full perfume that’s best suited to the coolest, grungiest person you know. As a bonus, the bottle is too gorgeous not to covet.
A Sephora reviewer says:“Spicy, heady, complex…like walking through the crowd at a music festival in all the best ways.”
Top Notes
Italian bergamot, corsican cypress, and ravensara
Size
0.25-3.4 fl. oz.
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Best for Date Night
La Perla Signature Eau de Parfum
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Best for Date Night
La Perla Signature Eau de Parfum
Pros
Feminine scent
Cons
Pricey
Created by the brand that brought us the chicest, most enviable lingerie in the market, the perfumes by La Perla are just as desirable. This scent is citrusy enough to invoke a bold, wide-awake feeling, but countered with dark notes of neroli, too.
A Nordstrom reviewer says:“Very beautiful, fruity violet perfume. This smells like a rich French woman. Oozes elegance, and the bottle is just oh-my-god stunning.”
Top Notes
Violet leaves
Size
1-3.4 fl. oz.
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Best Smoky Scent
Byredo Mumbai Noise Eau de Parfum
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Best Smoky Scent
Byredo Mumbai Noise Eau de Parfum
Pros
Unique-smelling
Cons
Pricey
Another fragrance that owes its influences to a city—in this case, bustling Mumbai—this perfume contains notes of davana, tonka bean, coffee, and sandalwood, to name a few. It’s a rich and slightly spicy perfume that’s perfect for the chilly winter months ahead.
A Nordstrom reviewer says:“I generally find Byredo’s combinations to be impressive, unusual, and long-lasting. Mumbai Noise is no exception—it has terrific staying power. I love the woody and spicy notes, but it’s not too dark or heavy. The davana definitely lifts the blend! This is up there with my favorite, Bal d’Afrique!”
Top Notes
Davana
Size
1.7-3.4 fl. oz
14
Best Classic Scent
Dior J’adore Eau de Parfum
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Best Classic Scent
Dior J’adore Eau de Parfum
Pros
Versatile scent
Cons
Pricey
There’s a reason you see this iconic bottle in practically every magazine you’ve ever opened. It’s a classic, and the fruity, floral ingredients never weigh down the luscious elegance of the ylang-ylang, jasmine, pear, melon, peach, and lily.
A Sephora reviewer says: “Lovely floral scent, not too warm or heavy but still has good lasting power. Would recommended this to all ages and seems appropriate for both day and night. Gorgeous bottle.”
Top Notes
Ylang-ylang
Size
0.67-5 fl. oz.
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Best Soft Scent
Chanel Chance Eau de Parfum Spray
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Best Soft Scent
Chanel Chance Eau de Parfum Spray
Pros
Classic aroma
Cons
May be too strong of a scent for some
A fruity, floral fragrance as traditionally feminine as its color, this is a non-fussy pick for day wear.
“Of all the perfumes I’ve tried over the years, Chanel’s Chance has remained a constant in my lineup. It’s lighter and more modern than the brand’s iconic N°5 scent, yet is still just as effortlessly classic and long-lasting. In fact, I’ve found it to be such a universal crowd-pleaser that even an Uber driver once asked me what I was wearing.”—S.P.
Top Notes
Jasmine absolute, rose essence
Size
1.7-3.4 fl. oz.
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Best for Gen-Z
Glossier You
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Best for Gen-Z
Glossier You
Pros
Affordable
Cons
May not be as long-lasting as other scents
The whole point of this perfume is that it smells like the best version of you. That is, a you that showers with expensive body wash, and that inspires people to come up to you gushing, “What are you wearing?” It contains bright notes of pink pepper, warm amber, and a hint of fresh iris.
A Glossier reviewer says: “I agree, it is a slightly more mature scent, but it’s such an elegant soft smell that I even put it on before bed and after showering. Definitely my new go-to. 🙂 A few of my friends have bought it after smelling it on me at work. It’s such a unique but familiar scent at the same time. I love, love, love this perfume.”
Top Notes
Pink pepper
Size
1.7 fl. oz.
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Best Fruity Scent
D.S. & Durga Grapefruit Generation Eau de Parfum
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Best Fruity Scent
D.S. & Durga Grapefruit Generation Eau de Parfum
Pros
Fresh and citrusy
Cons
Pricey
For a complex citrus perfume, this one by the cool Brooklyn-based brand D.S. & Durga is top-notch. It smells like the skin of a pomelo, paired with hints of tuberose, musk, and—naturally—grapefruit. What could be better?
A Nordstrom reviewer says: “It’s everything the maker says it is. When I wear this, I feel I have been transported outdoors to a special place. I smell the smoke, the trees, it feels real. This scent is addicting, soothing. The balance is perfect. I love this perfume.”
Top Notes
Pomelo skin, elm leaf, silver
Size
1.7-3.4 fl. oz.
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Best Fresh Scent
Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique Eau de Parfum
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Best Fresh Scent
Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique Eau de Parfum
Pros
Unique scent
Cons
Pricey
This luxurious and fruity perfume is like summer in a bottle. Featuring unique traces of lychee, peony, orange blossom, and peach, with a little musk mixed in for good measure, this is like a well-made cocktail—worth the extra cost.
A Saks Fifth Avenue reviewer says:“As a perfume hoarder, I can say that I have nothing like it in my collection, and it smells amazing! It’s a citrusy floral that settles in very beautifully.”
Top Notes
Bergamot, lychee, peach
Size
1.7-3.3 fl. oz.
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Best Powdery Scent
Armani Beauty Si Eau de Parfum
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Best Powdery Scent
Armani Beauty Si Eau de Parfum
Pros
Sophisticated scent
Cons
Pricey
A classic in the Armani collection, Sì is the ideal bottle for anyone pining for an earthy scent that doesn’t smell like, well, earth. With rose and freesia mellowing out this seductive fragrance, it’s a great transition perfume from day to evening.
A Nordstrom reviewer says: “The perfect everyday, year-round fragrance…feminine, powdery, warm, and versatile.”
Top Notes
Blackcurrant
Size
0.34-3.4 fl. oz.
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Best Mature Scent
Diptyque Eau de Minthe Eau de Parfum
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Best Mature Scent
Diptyque Eau de Minthe Eau de Parfum
Pros
Complex scent
Cons
Not for the faint of heart
For a slightly more masculine, aftershave-inspired perfume, this minty fragrance is fresh and delightful. Along with mint, it has notes of geranium and patchouli for a complicated but delectable fragrance.
A Nordstrom reviewer says: “Praise for this scent with not a single flower petal in sight. It makes me think of a classy wizard who relishes a good gin. It’s mystic and unusual, and I’m here for it.”
Top Notes
Menthe
Size
2.5 fl. oz.
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