I’ve talked before about the power of scent in your home, but my love for fragrance really began with perfume when I was a young teenager. I love how it’s an instant mood booster for myself and continues to delight others throughout the day! As I’ve gotten older I’ve found scent can also be a wonderful way to trigger memories. There are so many fantastic fragrances out there, but these are the 10 I consider the best perfumes for women.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

I am amazed at how dynamic and addictive this fragrance is. There’s a little bit of everything – it’s woody, floral and warm. It also lingers beautifully over time.

Le Labo Santal 33

Santal 33 is a truly remarkable scent. It’s very woody and leathery, which makes it fairly unisex despite being one of the best perfumes for women. A single spritz can last you all day long!

Gucci Bloom

Bloom is a fresh floral through and through. It’s soft and light but consistent, making it a great fragrance to wear for the office or a day trip.

Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb

I absolutely adore this scent. Similar to Bloom, it’s also quite floral, but it has some warm and spicy notes like vanilla and patchouli that make it a touch more sensual and versatile.

Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede

Out of all the best perfumes for women on this list, I’ve loved Peony & Blush Suede the longest. It’s floral, feminine and slightly fruity. A lot of people wear it for their wedding and I understand why!

Tom Ford Eau de Soleil Blanc

If you’re looking for a fresh scent, you must try Eau de Soleil Blanc. It’s bright and crisp with citrusy and warm floral notes that are absolutely perfect for warm weather.

Chanel No. 5

I can’t think of a fragrance more iconic than Chanel No. 5. It’s a very complex floral with a strong powdery note that becomes more subdued throughout the day. Because of this, a little goes quite a long way!

Jo Malone London Yellow Hibiscus

Another Jo Malone scent I love is Yellow Hibiscus, which is limited edition and lesser known. It has a refreshing brightness mixed with floral notes that I find irresistible.

Aerin Amber Musk

Amber Musk is Aerin’s best selling fragrance! The mix of florals, musk, coconut and amber make it so warm and cozy. Even if you don’t like musk, I recommend trying this out. The bottle is also absolutely stunning!

Dior Miss Dior

Warm and floral, Miss Dior is a universally enjoyable feminine scent. If you’re overwhelmed by options in this fragrance family, I’d begin with this one.