Because these perfumes are exactly what you need this season! Some are new, some are tried and true, and some are totally on trend. The one thing they all have in common? You can’t go wrong with any of them!
It’s officially that time of year to switch up your go-to fragrance and try out a new and exciting perfume that will totally welcome in the season. There’s nothing I love better than freshening up my seasonal scents (from perfumes to candles and everything in between!)
Gone are the days when you were only supposed to wear heavier fragrances in the winter and lighter in the summer. Now you can really just pair your fragrance with your mood, goals, or intentions.
While scent combinations can certainly be endless, the most common ones actually say a lot about you and what you like. In fact currently on TikTok, videos about what your perfume says about you has almost 5 million views (and counting!). Here’s a little cheat sheet for you on which scents mean about you:
WOODSY – If you typically go the woodsy route, it usually means you’re sensual, prefer comfort, love to feel sexy, and aren’t afraid to command attention. You like a little extra spice in your life and are ready to ask for exactly what you want. Typically woodsy scents are perfect in the cooler (or even colder) temperatures especially in the late fall and winter.
FLORAL – If your go-to is always something floral, you may be more on the feminine side and a true romantic at heart. You’re someone who loves to feel free, prefers light colors surrounding you, and typically takes a moment to stop, get into the present, and take a brief quiet moment for gratitude. Floral scents are most popular in the warmer months surrounding spring and summer.
FRUITY – When you choose fruity fragrances (or ones with a citrus base) you’re typically similar to those who love floral options. You’re usually more carefree, outgoing, and the life of the party. Don’t get us wrong, there are those of us who are more introverts that will sway towards a more fruity scent, but usually we reserve citrusy perfumes for those who are ready to stand up and get noticed. The best thing about this kind is that it really can be worn pretty much any month of the year, regardless of the season or temperature. Be that rule breaker you already know you are!
Since recent times have been pretty much one long nightmare we’re all ready for a vacation, even if it’s only in our mind. So I chose some of the top picks perfect for the warmer temps and included some of the must-have newbies and classic tried-and-true perfumes perfect for any time of year.
Whether you’re buying for yourself or for someone you love, I’ve rounded up some of the best-selling perfumes and fragrances that are making everyone’s ‘must-have’ list for 2023. From light florals to crisp and warm woodsy scents, shop my favorite obsessions this year this will soon beyour obsessions too.
EDITOR’S PICK
1. Henry Rose ‘Windows Down’
HENRY ROSE
I always love a fragrance that everyone isn’t wearing at all times. I was introduced toWindows Down by Henry Rose and immediately became obsessed. Fun Fact: Henry Rose is actually owned and created by living legend Michelle Pfeiffer!
What’s amazing about this perfume is that it’s light, airy, and fresh. Yet, it’s actually pretty long lasting. When I put it on in the morning, I’m still getting light hits off it all throughout the day and even at night. The best part? It’s not filled with all sorts of harmful chemicals. That’s really what Henry Rose is all about.
When it comes to the smell and its notes, it consists of bergamot, neroli, grapefruit, orange flower, and moss. It’s the perfect combination to create a totally soft, floral, and fresh fragrance.
A recent buyer said,
I was so surprised when night-time came, and after wearing it all day, my husband could clearly detect the beautiful scent!”
Savings:When you buy this directly from the Henry Rose site and enter in your email address (in the footer) they’ll provide you with an extra $20 off your order. Pretty amazing.
THE BEST SELLER
2. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle
CHANEL
This one is such a sexy fragrance and perfect for when you’re heading out to that special occasion, important date, or just want to give yourself a bit of a confidence boost. Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel has been on theTop Sellers list from major retailers like Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Sephora, and even Saks Fifth Avenue.
When it comes to it’s amazing smell, that’s thanks to notes of bergamot, orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli, vetiver, white musks, and vanilla. This basically makes it sparkling, vibrant, fresh, and sensual all at the same time. If you’re looking for a classic gift, you can’t go wrong with Chanel.
A recent buyer said,
This fragrance makes you feel classy, sexy, and your mate will love smelling you!”
THE REFRESHING PICK
3. Lemon Island Pure Perfume
ATELIER COLOGNE
Looking for something a bit unique, yetdreamy? That’s why I chose Lemon Island Pure by Atelier. It’s one of the most fresh, lively, and vibrant options of the season and comes in a bunch of different size options that really can work with almost any budget.
While the name – Lemon – basically gives it away when it comes to what it smells like, it has beautiful notes of lemon from the Indian Ocean, jasmine direct from India, and vanilla from Madagascar. Overall it’s sweet (but nottoo sweet), bright, and naturally pleasant.
Savings:With Sephora you can get up to an extra 10% off with email signup and free shipping as well.
THE VEGAN PICK
4. Ellis Brooklyn ‘WEST’ Perfume
ELLIS BROOKLYN
More and more folks are shifting towards vegan fragrances that are alsoclean. This one hits two birds with one stone. WEST is bright, fresh, and citrusy. It’s the perfect option when you want to perk up, turn heads, and feel fresh and ready to tackle the day.
The notes all basically make this one come to life and consist of blood orange, waterlily, vetiver, lemon basil, and oak moss. It’s not too floral and it’s not too heavy, making it the perfect everyday option.
A recent buyer said,
This is perfect like sunshine in a bottle”
Savings: With Sephora you can get up to an extra 10% off with email signup and free shipping as well.
THE VACATION PICK
5. Tom Ford Private Blend ‘Neroli Portofino’
TOM FORD
I’d like drink this perfume if we could (I can’t and you shouldn’t, of course), but it’s like an exotic Italian getaway in a bottle. It’s vibrant, fresh, and will leave you wanting more. As with most of all of Tom Ford’s fragrances, this one is unisex and it really interacts and works with your own body chemistry. It actually made our cologne list as well this year!
When it comes to notes, it consists of Tunisian neroli, Italian bergamot, Sicilian lemon, yellow mandarin, and lavender. Even before you smell it youknow it even sounds good!
A recent buyer said,
I absolutely love the clean and sophisticated scent and how nice it makes me feel when I wear it. It is now my favorite fragrance!”
THE PERFECT GIFT
6. Scentbird Monthly Perfume Subscription Box
SCENTBIRD
If you’re not ready to commit to an entire bottle of new perfume (guilty as charged) you can now sample the latest scents each and every month thanks to the geniuses at Scentbird.
Here’s how it works: This brand really makes one of the best gifts she’s going to love to get! Choose from more than 400 major perfume brands like Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Tom Ford, Acqua di Parma, Coach and so many more. Each month you’ll receive your new fragrances (the first month they’ll even give you a reusable travel-friendly refillable case) for you to test out. There’s enough in there to last you roughly one full month (if you use it every single day) and then the next month you get more to test drive!
THE SEASONAL PICK
7. Maison Margiela Replica ‘Beach Walk’
MASON MARGIELA
One of my favorite summer-inspired perfumes that has now been my new go-to each time the temps start to warm up. ‘Beach Walk’ is perfect for the change in season and will totally bring your senses right back to the beach where, let’s be honest, they belong this time of year.
When it comes to the scent itself it has notes of bergamot, pink pepper, lemon, cadarwood, coconut milk, and more. It’s floral, sunny, and really does smell like an amazing day spent at the beach.
A recent buyer said,
I swooned the first time I tried this fragrance….Subtle, sexy, and balanced!”
THE NEW CLASSIC
8. Tiffany Eau de Parfum
TIFFANY & Co.
This one is truly a feminine floral/musk perfume without being too overpowering. What most love about this one, outside of the luxury brand name, is that its actually pretty long-lasting. Don’t get me wrong, it won’t lastall day and night, but for me it was still going strong after 5 hours.
This best seller has intoxicating notes of blue iris, musk cocktail, and vert de mandarine. Basically it’s flowery without being too flowery.
A recent buyer said,
Clean, crisp, classic everyday fragrance. Anything Tiffany always feels right.”
Savings:I was able to find it for about 13% off the original price online over on Amazon.
THE INTOXICATING PICK
9. Aerin Hibiscus Palm
AERIN BEAUTY
Talk about a tropical vacation in a bottle! This one helps us to escape the grind of the average day and elevates us to a place where we’re carefree, de-stressed and, overall, content. I love how this one is still a bit off the beaten path, meaning that you’re not going to smell like every other person you walk past.
And speaking of the scent, it has intoxicating notes of lotus flower and hibiscus palm, ylang, exotic ginger, white blossoms, coconut milk, vanilla and musk. Another amazing option that’ll keep you calm, zen, and back to the most tropical beach vacation you’ve ever been on.
A recent buyer said,
Such a light, airy, fresh scent!”
BEST FOR LAYERING
10. Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt Perfume
JO MALONE LONDON
There are so many options from Jo Malone and so many of them fly right off the shelves. Jo Malone is known for their layering, meaning you can actually spray on of her scents and then top spray over it with another of her scents. This really makes it totally unique and yours.
I love this perfume because it’s a beautiful transition scent that and brilliantly blends earthiness with sage and the sea for a total breezy fresh air scent and experience. And when it comes to its specific notes, it consists of bergamot, buchu leaves, sea salt, dried fruits, driftwood, white musk, and sage.
A recent buyer said,
Perfect for the day time and it’s not overpowering at ALL! Really takes you to a day at the beach with one spritz.”
THE FUN PICK
11. ‘F**king Fabulous’ Eau de Parfum
TOM FORD
A newer options from Tom Ford and it’s already on the best-sellers list at places like Sephora and Nordstrom. True to its name it basically does smell f**king fabulous. It has scents of sage, lavender, vanilla, blonde woods, and more. It’s warm, spicy, and a little leathery. It’s technically a unisex scent so feel free to share withhim when he’s looking to spice things up too.
A recent buyer said,
I always get many compliments on it every time I wear it. When I tell the name of it, it makes for a great conversation!”
Savings: If you’re looking for a much cheaper option, you can always try his amazing body spray: Fabulous All Over Body Sprayfor $100 + Free Shipping.
ALI KELLY – Senior Product & Reviews Editor
Ali is the senior product editor at IBBB and loves researching, testing, and reviewing a wide variety of must-have products and sales events from some of the top retailers. She’s been covering all things “shopping” since 2019 and spends her downtime living on TikTok and Buzzfeed.