The global fragrance market is ever-growing, which can make finding your signature scent a lot more challenging. But there is some good to be said about having a variety of options to choose from—like being able to match your perfume to your mood, which can change at any given moment. There are scents with bright, citrusy notes that will make you feel more energized should you need a pick-me-up, as well as options with warm notes like vanilla and bergamot that evoke more of a relaxed, cozy feeling.
The abundance of perfumes also means there are plenty of eye candy options to display on your bathroom counter, vanity or dresser. The fancy bottles that house these mood-boosting fragrances are sometimes the best part. To help you find that go-to scent, here are eight of the best perfumes for women—that smell as good as they look.
- Best Clean Perfume For Women: Henry Rose Jake’s House Eau De Parfum
- Best Perfume With A Fresh Scent: Moncler Pour Femme Eau de Parfum
- Best Winter Perfume: Tom Ford Ébène Fumé Eau De Parfum
- Best Woodsy Perfume: Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540
- Best Musky Perfume: Fenty Eau De Parfum
- Best Everyday Perfume For Women: Byredo Mumbai Noise Eau De Parfum
- Best Floral Perfume: Mugler Alien Goddess Eau De Parfum
- Best Summer Perfume: Marc Jacobs Fragrances Perfect Eau De Parfum
Best Clean Perfume For Women
A Scent You Can Feel Good About
Total ingredient transparency is what truly sets Michelle Pfeiffer’s fragrance brand, Henry Rose, apart from the rest. Henry Rose reveals 100 percent of the ingredients used to create its fragrances, which are also EWG-verified. If you prefer a clean, fresh scent, try Jake’s House, featuring marine notes, neroli, peony, jasmine and musk.
Best Perfume With A Fresh Scent
A Unique Fragrance In A Customizable Bottle
A blend of warm essences like amber, cedarwood and sandalwood complement the exclusive Mountain Wood and Powdery Snow notes—resulting in a fresh and bright fragrance from Moncler (the first from the luxury brand). And with a customizable LED screen, it will stand out in even the most diverse perfume collection.
Best Perfume For Winter
A Soothing Scent
For those who want an incredibly calming yet seductive scent, this indulgent fragrance from Tom Ford checks both boxes. It contains a smoky Palo Santo essence that mingles with leather and warm floral notes to give way to an alluring and intoxicating scent.
Best Woodsy Perfume
A Popular Pick
You may come across dupes for this pricey fragrance, but nothing can compare to the original’s sophisticated scent—compliments of jasmine blossoms and woody musks—perfected by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. The fragrance is long-lasting to boot. You can spray it on in the morning and the scent will last throughout the day, which should delay the need to buy another bottle too soon.
Best Musky Perfume
A Coveted Fragrance
Best Everyday Perfume For Women
A Daily Staple
The mix of warm and woody notes makes this the perfect fragrance for the cooler months, but its sweet and fruity Davna top note makes it just as great of an option for spring or summer. So if you’re looking for an irresistible year-round perfume, look no further.
Best Floral Perfume
An Invigorating Fragrance
It shouldn’t be a surprise that this iteration of Mugler’s Alien fragrance stands out from other perfumes in the warm floral family. Paired with more common floral notes like vanilla and jasmine, the addition of Italian bergamot gives this scent a zesty appeal.
