The 10 Best Fragrances for Women, According To ESSENCE Staffers

Choosing your signature scent in a world flooded with options can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. With countless brands, scents, notes and bottle designs to choose from, it can be difficult to narrow down the choices and find the fragrance that truly resonates with your personal preferences.

But fear not. In honor of National Fragrance Day, I’ve done the legwork to help you cut through the clutter and find a perfume that’s just right for you. I’ve polled ESSENCE staffers to assemble a lineup of the best fragrances for women. Ahead, find 10 amazing scents, the ones we reach for time and time again.

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01 Diptyque Do Son Eau De Parfum

A favorite of senior lifestyle editor Victoria Uwumarogie

This perfume is seriously floral. It packs tuberose, orange blossom and jasmine notes—a blend that’s fancy and unforgettable.

Available at Nordstrom

230 Shop Now

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02 Le Labo Thé Matcha 26 Eau de Parfum

A favorite of fashion writer Kerane Marcellus

A heady mix of tangy citrus and freshly brewed matcha tea, this invigorating fragrance will wake you up with every spray. Available at Nordstrom

230 Shop Now

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03 Maison Louis Marie No.13 Nouvelle Vague Perfume Oil

A favorite of senior designer, creative & branded Content Sophia Little

This clean fragrance (without chemicals/additives) is like springtime in a bottle. It has a super fresh scent that lingers on the skin. Available at Sephora

65 Shop Now

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04 Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne

A favorite of associate editor Shelby Stewart

This sage and sea salt combo from Jo Malone is like a breath of fresh air. It gives off major coastal vibes. Available at Sephora

165 Shop Now

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05 Gucci Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau De Parfum

A favorite of lifestyle editor Dominique Fulker

This fruity and floral scent, with pear and white gardenia notes mixed in, smells like a garden party in full swing. Available at Sephora

105 Shop Now

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06 Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede Cologne

A favorite of senior fashion editor Devine Blackshire

If you’re looking for a fragrance that embodies your feminine side, Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede Cologne is the way to go. The sweet combination of peony blooms and luxurious suede is seriously sensual. Available at Sephora

165 Shop Now

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07 Kilian Paris Angels Share Eau De Parfum

A favorite of editor Kimberly Wilson

If you want to smell intoxicatingly good, this one’s for you. The blend of cognac and apricot will leave a trail of intrigue wherever you go. Available at Sephora

255 Shop Now

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08 Tom Ford Rose D’Amalfi Eau De Parfum Fragrance

A favorite of commerce editor Jennifer Ford

Blending rose absolute and rose water extract with the sun-kissed vibes of Italian bergamot, this floral fragrance commands attention. Available at Sephora

295 Shop Now

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09 Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato 33 EDP Intense

A favorite of editor Kimberly Wilson

This scent is like a sweet and nutty pistachio gelato. Available at Sephora

138 Shop Now

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10 Byredo Tobacco Mandarin Extrait De Parfum

A favorite of entertainment editor Rivea Ruff

An irresistible concoction of tobacco and mandarin oranges makes this fragrance an absolute showstopper. Available at Nieman Marcus

375 Shop Now