Scent-sational Picks: The Ultimate Roundup of the Best Perfumes for Women
L'OFFICIEL's guide to the best perfumes every woman should own.
Whether you're seeking a signature scent for everyday wear, a romantic fragrance for special occasions, or a bold statement-making perfume, there are thousands of options to explore when finding your perfect fragrance.
So, where do you begin? Finding your signature scent is all about understanding fragrance notes and what smells the best on your skin. Though at first it may seem like a simple quest to the fragrance department of your favorite beauty store is all you need, there's actually a lot more to it. Finding the best perfumes is an art form, as well as a science.
According to Michael Edwards Fragrance Wheel, there are four main categories and notes of a fragrance that can help guide you to the best perfume for you: Floral, Fresh, Amber, and Woody.
Floral scents are often soft and romantic, with hints of flowers like roses or jasmine. Fresh fragrances might remind you of clean laundry or citrusy aromas and often feel refreshing. Woody ones give off that earthy, nature vibe, like cedar or sandalwood. And amber perfumes? They're rich and spicy, with ingredients like vanilla and incense. It's all about what feels and smells right for you.
L'OFFICIEL has rounded up the best perfumes for women based on which notes you're going for.
Floral Notes
Fresh Notes
Woody Notes
Amber Notes