7 Best Lavender Scented Perfumes for Her

Lavender often gets used in the fragrance world, though, probably more so in the men’s space. At least, as a lead note. But, there are plenty of women out there who also want this clean floral note, as the main attraction in their daily wear perfume. On this page, I will be keeping a running list of what I consider to be the best smelling lavender scents for women. It’s obviously not ‘exhaustive’, but can absolutely serve as a great starting point in your search.

What are the Best Smelling Lavender Fragrances for Women?

The Tom Ford Option

TOM FORD LAVENDER EXTREME EAU DE PARFUM– Lavender Extreme is certainly a lavender fragrance for a colder day. It is headed up by the title note, but joined mainly by vanilla and some tonka bean.

Though, you also get some further spice from cinnamon and a violet note, which helps to add a slight powdery quality to this perfume. Unisex scent like most Tom Ford fragrances. Very cozy and inviting, with a warmer embrace.

Soft and a bit sweet, but a pretty darn realistic lavender note. It’s not one of my personal favorite Tom Ford’s and is probably overpriced at retail, but almost undeniably a great one for those who are seeking out this note.

Light Citrus Herbal Lavender

4711 Acqua Colonia Lavender and Thyme Eau de Cologne Spray, 5.7 Ounce– Simple. Lavender and thyme are what this one adds to the 4711 mix. The thyme note adds a different dynamic to our target ingredient versus others on the list. Plus, it’s really affordable in large quantities.

It’s not entirely lavender dominated, as the herbal notes and citrus are pretty prevalent, especially at the start. But, the lavender is a lovely inclusion, which you will catch wafts of throughout the wear.

Very light with the sillage and that citrus is pretty sharp. But, the dry down is clean and calming with the lavender taking control of the composition.

Chanel Wildflowers and Lavender

Jersey by Chanel– Not my favorite fragrance from the Les Exclusifs line by Chanel, but Jersey is the one to go with, if you want lavender. Also, maybe, Boy. But, that one doesn’t have the same level of our target note, while being a better smelling fragrance.

It kicks off with cold aldehydes, lavender, and a grassy and herbal aroma. The lavender is going to lead the way, but interestingly, those aldehydes stick around for the duration.

The wildflowers will flank the lavender for a while. But, as this moves along you will get a muskier finish with a creamy quality from vanilla and tonka bean. Nice performance at around 8 hours of wear and pretty versatile. One to check out for lavender lovers. Jersey Full Review

The Best Selling Blended Perfume

Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau De Parfum Spray for Women 90ml/3oz, clear– I actually prefer Libre Intense, but you get the stronger lavender (and still a nice perfume) with the ever popular YSL Libre.

Orange blossom and a touch of citrus juice start things off with this one. Lavender will be the main attraction, but it will take a back seat in the opening stage. Soapy clean with some early touches of vanilla creaminess. Almost bitter, with a stronger musk.

Then, it will shift to lavender. The orange blossom and musk both significantly weaken and all of the other notes just play a support role to our target. Vanilla will be the co-pilot. Nice performance and easy to wear, with an already proven mass appeal. YSL Libre review

One from Memory

Serge Lutens Gris Clair Eau De Parfum Spray for Women– It’s been a few years since I have smelled this one, but I thought that I’d include it on the list, because of what a popular lavender option it has been.

The gist of what I remember? Warm, slightly bitter, floral mix. Big dose of lavender in a blend that gets sweeter as it dries down. I’ll update this entry, once I come across Gris Clair again.

Masculine, but Fine Lavender Example

Czech & Speake Oxford & Cambridge Cologne Spray 3.4 Fl Oz– Oxford & Cambridge is one that has been around for decades now. Yes, it’s a men’s fragrance, but I think plenty of women could pull it off just fine.

This is a green and pretty mossy lavender interpretation. The lavender is the star, but you get a fresh rosemary, cool mint, and dry oakmoss. It’s outdoorsy, but naturalistic, especially the lavender oil that they use in this.

I get more of the mint for most of this fragrance, with more hints of rosemary. It settles down into something lighter and more pure lavender. Nice performance, not huge sillage. Can be tougher to find nowadays, it seems. I wouldn’t pay an arm and a leg to acquire, but solid at a better price point.

Super Popular, Lavender Focused

Guerlain Mon Guerlain Eau De Parfum Spray 100ml/3.3oz– Mon Guerlain is a very popular option for perfumes in general and not just lavender specifically. The opening act is actually fairly candy-like and has always reminded me of other popular scents, like BonBon.

However, at its core, this Guerlain is about the lavender and vanilla combination. It is just presented in a very mass appealing way. It becomes a smoother and less sweet aroma, dotted with further floral touches of jasmine.

Easy to wear, nice performance, and extremely versatile outside of a pure lavender play. Yet, it can certainly attract those who love that note as well. Mon Guerlain Review

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