PUBLISHED
September 09, 2024
Whether you’re devoted to a signature scent or love to mix things up, your choice of fragrance sets the tone for your day or night out. Maybe you’re going for something soft and powdery, or perhaps you’re ready to make a statement with a smoky amber. Whatever your vibe, we’ve rounded up the top fragrances of 2024 that deserve a place in your collection.
Best Floral Gourmand
Jean Paul Gaultier Divine, Eau de Parfum
At the delightful crossroads of floral and gourmand, Gaultier Divine captivates with its blend of sweet lily, creamy meringue, and a hint of crisp salt. This scent not only lingers on the skin but is packaged in a gilded bottle adorned with the iconic Gaultier cone bra corset—making it as much a treat for your dresser as it is for your senses.
Best Floral Amber
Valentino Born in Roma Donna Green Stravaganza, Eau de Parfum
Valentino’s Born in Roma fragrances always hit the mark, and Green Stravaganza is no exception. Inspired by the lush greenery of Ancient Rome, this scent brings together smoky Lapsang Souchong tea, rich jasmine absolute, and creamy vanilla extract for an unexpectedly fresh yet captivating fragrance—perfect for warmer months.
Best Woody
The Maker Lover
If you crave the warm, enveloping scent of rich woods, The Maker Lover will be your new go-to. Combining jasmine sambac, narcissus, and a hint of oud, this fragrance wraps you in a comforting warmth reminiscent of a cozy Merino wool sweater, earning compliments wherever you go.
Best Fresh
Maison Margiela Fragrances Replica Lazy Sunday Morning, Eau de Toilette
This fragrance is hard to pin down—it smells different on everyone. For some, it’s fresh and clean, while others pick up a hint of sweetness. To me, it’s like stepping into crisp white sheets fresh from the dryer, with a nostalgic note of powdery iris that evokes memories of sneaking Clinique from my mom’s vanity.
Best Powdery Floral
Arquiste L’or De Louis Fire Blossom
L’or De Louis is a golden, radiant fragrance inspired by the gardens of Versailles, which housed over 1,000 Mediterranean trees in the 17th century. The scent is an intoxicating blend of orange blossom, honey, pomegranate, and firewood smoke that transports you to a dreamy, sun-drenched landscape.
Best Fruity
Gucci The Alchemist’s Garden, The Heart of Leo
Gucci’s The Alchemist’s Garden collection is an olfactory journey, and The Heart of Leo is no exception. This fruity yet mysterious fragrance weaves together juicy blackcurrant, smoky-sweet olibanum, and licorice-like myrrh for a captivating experience. It’s the scent to reach for when you want to feel both dark and irresistible.
Best Smoky
Guerlain Tobacco Honey
If you’re looking for something mysterious and sultry, Chergui delivers. The seductive mix of vanilla, patchouli, amber, and honey creates a scent that’s both sweet and smoky. It’s so intoxicating, you’ll wish you could drink it.
Best Skin-Like
Glossier You Eau de Parfum
Glossier You is a fragrance that gets noticed—whether at a wedding or just in an Uber. What makes it special is how it adapts to the person wearing it, making it slightly different on everyone. Since its launch in 2017, it’s been my go-to for an effortlessly chic, skin-like scent that grabs attention without overpowering.
Best Herbaceous
Hermès H24 Herbes Vives Eau de Parfum
This cool and fresh fragrance by Hermès perfectly captures the feeling of nature rediscovered after a rain shower. With notes of fresh herbs, juicy pear, and minty Physcool, it’s a clean yet elegant scent that feels incredibly wearable for any occasion.
Best Citrus
Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum
Tom Ford’s Neroli Portofino is a love letter to the Italian Riviera, blending bright citrus notes of Tunisian neroli, Sicilian lemon, and Italian bergamot with the smooth warmth of lavender and amber. It’s like bottling the Mediterranean into a spritz, giving you a slice of Italian luxury wherever you are.
