Top 10 Spring Fragrances
The Best Spring Fragrances: Discover The Freshest Scents Of The Season
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The days are getting longer and wildflower spottings are getting more and more common, which can only mean one thing: Spring is here. We’re ready to fully embrace the freshest season of the year in every way possible, but especially so in the form of scents. Spring is associated with sweet, floral fragrances—and rightfully so, considering the extra sunshine (and the warmth it brings) makes flowers bloom. In addition to florals, most spring fragrances call upon fresh botanicals and woodsy additions like moss and vetiver to bring balance. Also, who doesn’t love a scent that makes you feel like you’re taking a stroll through a garden?
On another note, you might be worried about buying a fragrance you’ve never gotten a whiff of in person. We get that, but here’s the thing: Our algorithm rarely misses because it uses information from hundreds of reviews to determine which products truly deserve to be crowned “the best.” Plus, the scents below were all chosen for their universal appeal. So, if you’re looking for a fresh fragrance or perfume to sport this spring, look no further than the 10 options below.
How We Found The Best Spring Fragrances And Perfumes
As we said above, our algorithm uses information from reviews to determine which products deserve a spot in our Top 10 lists. But it doesn’t stop there; this tool also factors in data from social media, best-seller lists, and industry news reports into its final ranking. We do this so that you can skip the headache that comes from spending too much time in the fragrance section of your local department store. So, without further adieu, scroll on to shop this season’s best fragrances.
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Jump To ProductsMarch 11, 2024
Authors
Sierra Rogers is a professional writer located in Austin, TX. She earned her BBA from Baylor University and has worked for fashion and tech brands such as Kendra Scott, CNN Underscored, and Manychat.
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The Rankings
Best Spring Fragrance Overall
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Our Score
Approved
4.37
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
4
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
Meet our algorithm's pick for the best spring fragrance: Carolina Herrera's Good Girl Blush Eau De Parfum. With a scent as alluring as the bottle its packaged in, Good Girl Blush combines mandarin, ylang-ylang, and vanilla to great effect.
GOOD TO KNOW
The original Good Girl Eau De Parfum was featured in our roundup of the best cult fragrances.
Best Fresh-Scented Spring Fragrance
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Our Score
Approved
4.68
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
3
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
Daisy Wild Eau De Parfum is one of Marc Jacob's freshest inventions—and we mean that in more ways than one, because this scent was launched in 2024. Banana blossom, jasmine, and vetiver contribute to this fragrance's vibrant, feminine scent.
PROMISING REVIEW
"Marc Jacobs does it again! I love their Daisy line and this scent is no exception. This would be perfect for spring and summer where floral and fresh meet together. The scent also lasts for a good eight hours. Highly recommend!"
Best Spring Fragrance For A Woody-Spicy Scent
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Our Score
Approved
3.99
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
5
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
If you're looking to cast a love spell, try Le Labo's ANOTHER 13 Eau De Parfum, a scent described as "hypnotizing." ANOTHER 13 is described as woody and spicy with fresh notes of jasmine petals and moss.
GOOD TO KNOW
Le Labo was commissioned to make this scent by AnOther magazine, a 2001-founded publication that brings together the best of the fashion and photography worlds.
Best Sweet-Scented Spring Fragrance
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Our Score
Approved
4.25
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
4
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
The muse behind Gucci's Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum is (obviously) white gardenia. Lightly spicy and sweet, this fragrance balances the floral tones of gardenia flowers with hits of brown sugar, pear blossom, and jasmine.
GOOD TO KNOW
Some reviewers mention this scent doesn't have staying power. To make it last longer, spritz it on after showering and moisturizing.
Best Floral-Scented Spring Fragrance
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Our Score
Approved
4.61
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
4
Industry Recognition
3
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
NEST New York's founder, Laura Slatkin, was inspired to make this fragrance after attending a wedding overlooking Lake Garda in Italy. It has notes of pink champagne, raspberries, and of course, roses and lychee.
PROMISING REVIEW
"Love the scent, the moment I put it on I feel happy. People compliment the aroma all the time. I wish it lasted longer. Honestly, it’s a little ray of sunshine in these trying times."
Best Unisex Spring Fragrance
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Our Score
Approved
4.02
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
4
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
It's all in the name: Peony & Blush Suede. Sweet, floral ingredients like red apple and—you guessed it—peony explain why one reviewer referred to this fragrance as "spring in a bottle."
GOOD TO KNOW
This scent is genderless, adding to its universal appeal.
Best Spring Fragrance For A Fruity-Floral Scent
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Our Score
Approved
4.46
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
3
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
First of all, leave it to LoveShackFancy to make a fragrance in a bottle this pretty. More important, though, is the scent of Forever In Love, which is described as a "swoon-worthy" blend of fruity, floral ingredients like gardenia, cedarwood, and green pear.
PROMISING REVIEW
"I bought the purse-size spray bottle without ever smelling it because of the reviews. This is my new all-time favorite. I will definitely be ordering the large size with the fancy bottle. I recommend that you just buy it! It's honestly that good; a beautiful scent."
Best Rose-Scented Spring Fragrance
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Our Score
Approved
3.95
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
4
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
Roses never go out of style, which is half the appeal of Tom Ford's Café Rose Eau De Parfum. Imagine entering a coffee shop while hugging a bouquet of Turkish and Bulgarian roses—that's the feeling and fragrance provided by Café Rose Eau De Parfum.
GOOD TO KNOW
According to reviewers, this perfume comes on strong. We suggest spritzing the air and walking through it rather than applying this fragrance directly to your skin.
Best Spring Fragrance For A Sweet-Musky Scent
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Our Score
Approved
3.87
User Reviews
5
Best Seller
4
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
Combine musky base notes with sweet hits of orange blossom, vetiver, and white peach, and you get Parfums De Marly's Valaya Eau De Parfum. Referred to as "cloud-like" and "sensual," this scent taps into a level of intimacy that resonates with everyone.
PROMISING REVIEW
"When I say I've never been stopped so much by people asking for what fragrance I'm wearing! This is heavenly, and when you add the Delina body oil, it is delightful and long-lasting. Worth the try!"
Best Spring Fragrance For A Clean Scent
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Our Score
Approved
4.2
User Reviews
3.2
Best Seller
4
Industry Recognition
4
Social Buzz
THE FRAGRANCE
Chanel's CHANCE EAU FRAÎCHE is a soft, sweet fragrance with notes of jasmine, citron, and teak wood. Described by shoppers as a "sparkling, clean, and sexy scent," CHANCE EAU FRAÎCHE is ready to transport you to the gardens of Versailles with just a spritz.
PROMISING REVIEW
"Two female friends have this scent; a boomer and a Gen Z, and both swear by this fragrance."
Authors
Sierra Rogers is a professional writer located in Austin, TX. She earned her BBA from Baylor University and has worked for fashion and tech brands such as Kendra Scott, CNN Underscored, and Manychat.
