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Last summer, I was in my friend’s wedding. For her bridal shower, she wanted to collect lavender in jars to place on the tables.
We traveled to a gorgeous lavender farm. It was absolutely breathtaking and the smell of the lavender was an olfactory journey that was divine. My fascination with lavender began there.
There is no calming scent like lavender. Lavender has a distinctive aroma which distinguishes itself from other scents. It is used most notably in candles, and soaps, but it has its place in fragrances.
Lavender is one of the most underrated notes in perfumes. Because of its mood-enhancing quality, it makes perfect sense to bottle that scent.
Lavender has many facets. It has many scent profiles – depending on the variety and the region the lavender grows in. While it’s traditionally used alongside other floral notes, the best lavender perfumes are infused with a wider array of notes like vanilla, and citruses.
Keep reading for the best lavender perfumes, and get ready to feel like you’re lavender fields in France.
Fresh lavender and cozy vanilla make this scent from Victoria’s Secret so relaxing and delicious. It is very smooth and the lavender is rounded with vanilla.
It is on the sweeter side, but will give you a spa-like feel.
Since it is a mist, it is not as long-lasting as a perfume.
Philosophy’s lavender is true to a garden scent but with a blend that gives it a subtle complexity.
This is a sophisticated lavender perfume. It has a nice balance between the plant’s natural notes and a refined musk.
The lavender is mixed with a citrusy grapefruit and has middle notes of spicy cardamom and rhubarb. It is grounded by notes of jasmine and musk.
The Chloe Atelier Des Fleurs Lavanda is a sparkling, ethereal, and transluscent lavender smell.
The lavender is light and slightly citrusy from the neroli and magnolia notes.
If you are someone who loves the scent of natural lavender, this is the fragrance for you.
Besides the delicate smell, the bottle is beautiful. The white bottle is adorned with gold italic font and feminine rose print that will add a touch of sophistication to any dressing table.
The Gucci Serenade is a beautiful, realistic lavender soliflore with notes of sage and creamy tonka bean mixed in to provide a grounding scent.
Mon Guerlain opens with a shimmer of bergamot before revealing a lush lavender note. The smell of lavender portrays a variety of nuances.
A robust gourmand base ,which combines vanilla and sandalwood, provides a perfect harmony beneath the lavender.
Mon Guerlain’s vanilla and sandalwood toffee base contrast beautifully with the lavender; it is warm, velvety, and sensual in a way only Guerlain can accomplish.
This unique fragrance by Jo Malone gives a floral scent with masculine underetones. This is perfect for those who prefer an androgynous scent.
The lavender is strong and combines with the amber base to create a complex, yet simple scent.
Libre Eau de Parfum is a captivating fragrance. Its combination of notes creates a sophisticated and vibrant scent profile.
The top notes of bergamot and lavender provide a refreshing and invigorating start, while the heart notes of orange blossom and jasmine infuse a delicate and feminine touch.
The lavender note is beautifully balanced by the orange blossom and jasmine, which is then surrounded by a delicious vanilla.
Sweet and addictive, the crowd favorite Cloud combines soft lavender with pear, coconut, praline, and musk.
The opening is a burst of juicy bergamot, paired with the sweetness of lavender blossom and pear. This fruity accord is both vibrant and uplifting.
As the fragrance settles, a velvety and creamy note of coconut emerges, adding a luxurious and indulgent touch.
A timeless perfume, the Yardley London has a universal appeal to match.
The lavender is obvious but softened by florals notes of eucalyptus and rosemary, without being over feminine or masculine.
It’s a well-blended fragrance where none of the notes are supremely loud– but the middle notes of clary sage and cedar stand out.
This fragrance dries down to something soft and powdery and the musk and creamy tonka bean are noticeable.