If you ask us, perfume has always been a genderless thing. If you pick up a new fragrance and love the smell of it, there’s nothing stopping you from adding it to your fragrance wardrobe or making it your new signature scent!
But we’ve seen a huge increase in the last couple of years of official unisex fragrances: those designed to stand apart in the perfume world, created to appeal to all genders without hesitation. Some of the most popular unisex scents have risen to fame after celebs like Harry Styles, Jaden Smith, and Rihanna called out their love for them.
Others, we’d still consider pretty underrated! Read on for all of the best unisex fragrances.
Le Labo Santal 33 by Le Labo
Woody, spicy, and endlessly enticing: Le Labo Santal 33 by Le Labo is one of the most popular unisex scents around and we fall head over heels each time we spritz this gorgeous scent. Unique and mesmerizing, it blends sandalwood, leather, papyrus, and amber with a hint of florals.
Recommend related scents: Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana, Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Ck One by Calvin Klein
We couldn’t write a unisex perfumes guide without mentioning Ck One by Calvin Klein. One of the most-loved genderless fragrances on the market, Ck One by Calvin Klein blends citrus, woods, and green notes in a versatile scent that works on a year-round basis. Its most prominent notes include bergamot, Mandarin orange, pineapple, cardamom, and papaya.
Recommend related scents: Eternity by Calvin Klein, Cool Water by Davidoff, Acqua Di Gio by Giorgio Armani
Byredo Gypsy Water by Byredo
It’s virtually impossible to spritz Byredo Gypsy Water by Byredo without falling a little bit in love. Niche perfume brand Byredo never disappoints and Gypsy Water might just be its most popular scent yet. Woody, aromatic, and pretty heavy on the fresh spicy notes, Gypsy Water blends pine needles, incense, and orris root in a scent that’s simplistic yet endlessly captivating.
Recommend related scents: Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso, Narciso Rodriguez by Narciso Rodriguez, Byredo Mojave Ghost by Byredo
4711 Acqua Colonia Pink Pepper & Grapefruit by 4711
Looking for a unisex fragrance with a sparkle? Reach for a bottle of 4711 Acqua Colonia Pink Pepper & Grapefruit by 4711. Citrus and soft spicy, this gorgeous perfume dazzles in the summertime. A refreshing, euphoric mix with fruity and floral notes, this 4711 fragrance was designed to put you in the very best of moods.
Recommend related scents: 4711 Acqua Colonia White Peach & Coriander by 4711, 4711 Acqua Colonia Blood Orange & Basil by 4711, 4711 Acqua Colonia Saffron & Iris by 4711
Replica Jazz Club by Maison Margiela
Replica Jazz Club by Maison Margiela invites you into a dark, cozy, stylish world with a backdrop of suave tunes and sophisticated people all around. Perfect for evening wear, particularly if you’re heading to its namesake jazz club, Replica Jazz Club blends sweet, tobacco, and rum notes into a unisex perfume that’s genderless from start to finish.
Recommend related scents: Club De Nuit Intense by Armaf, Spicebomb Extreme by Viktor & Rolf, Moustache by Rochas
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
We needed no excuse to add another Tom Ford perfume to our fragrance wardrobe and Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford is one of the finest unisex options for warmer months. Just as vibrant and enticing as its bright blue bottle, Neroli Portofino blends freshly squeezed citrus notes with white florals and an aromatic, spicy finish.
Recommend related scents: Terre D’hermes by Hermes, Tom Ford Oud Wood by Tom Ford, Versace Eros by Versace
L’eau D’hiver by Frederic Malle
Charming and delicate, L’eau D’hiver by Frederic Malle is a classic blend of powdery, violet, and iris accords. But don’t think this is a scent that belongs in the past: L’eau D’hiver is impressively modern, a unisex fragrance designed for the coolest winter months. Its gorgeous honey note adds a little extra sweetness.
Recommend related scents: Burberry Brit by Burberry, Liaisons Dangereuses by Kilian, English Lavender by Yardley London
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Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
