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10 women’s fragrances worth knowing
Ten women’s fragrances that have been talked about for years. They cover floral, fresh and gourmand directions, so there is an entry point for every taste.
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Chanel
N°5
Why: The reference scent of the aldehydic floral family.
Verdict: The classic among women’s fragrances: powdery floral with an aldehydic opening. A scent with poise, more elegant than playful.
- Long longevity
- Versatile
- Higher price range
No.
Chanel
Coco Mademoiselle
Why: Versatile: fresh at the start, warm in the base.
Verdict: Fresh opening, floral heart and a warm patchouli base. Seen as a versatile all-rounder for the office and the evening.
- Long longevity
- Versatile
- Higher price range
No.
Lancôme
La Vie Est Belle
Why: The sweet, soft counterpoint to classic floral scents.
Verdict: Sweet, soft and powdery: iris meets praline and vanilla. A scent often described as warm and cosy.
- Long longevity
- Versatile
No.
Yves Saint Laurent
Black Opium
Why: Coffee and vanilla for anyone who likes it dark.
Verdict: Coffee and vanilla with white flowers: sweet, dark and striking. A typical evening and date-night scent.
- Long longevity
- Higher price range
- Rather meant for one occasion
No.
Viktor&Rolf
Flowerbomb
Why: A bouquet of flowers with plenty of presence.
Verdict: A dense bouquet of flowers with a sweet undertone. It stands out and lingers, so apply with care.
- Long longevity
- Higher price range
- Rather meant for one occasion
No.
Mugler
Alien
Why: Distinctive and recognisable through jasmine and wood.
Verdict: Jasmine over warm woods and amber. Unusually distinctive, it polarises and is recognised for exactly that reason.
- Long longevity
- Year-round scent
- Higher price range
- Rather meant for one occasion
No.
Carolina Herrera
Good Girl
Why: Sweet floral with tonka and cocoa.
Verdict: White flowers, tonka and cocoa. Sweet and floral, with the high-heel bottle as an eye-catcher.
- Long longevity
- Higher price range
- Rather meant for one occasion
No.
Marc Jacobs
Daisy
Why: Light and uncomplicated for everyday wear.
Verdict: Light, fruity-floral and uncomplicated. A good starting point for days when the scent should not dominate.
- Rather moderate longevity
No.
Dolce & Gabbana
Light Blue Eau Intense
Why: Fresh summer scent with citrus and apple.
Verdict: Mediterranean fresh: citrus, apple and cedar. A clear summer scent without heaviness.
- Versatile
- Rather moderate longevity
No.
Giorgio Armani
Acqua di Gioia
Why: Watery fresh, clean and office-friendly.
Verdict: Watery fresh with mint and lemon. Light, clean and office-friendly.
- Rather moderate longevity
Conclusion
The top spots: Chanel N°5, Chanel Coco Mademoiselle, Lancôme La Vie Est Belle. All classifications are editorial and not measured. Always test a fragrance on your own skin.
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Frequently asked
Are these the best-selling fragrances?
No. The selection follows familiarity and scent variety, not sales figures. We have no sales data and therefore do not claim any.
How do I find the fragrance that suits me?
Use the Scent Finder or read the guide on fragrance families. In the end the test on your own skin decides.
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