Top 10 gourmand perfumes

1. ANGEL BY MUGLER 

Often considered the first ground-breaking gourmand scent, Angel by Mugler is a dream for anyone looking for a sweet treat! The perfume smells like your favourite luxury pancake toppings, with honey, praline, and caramel notes in the centre, while generous helpings of vanilla in the base round off this timeless gourmand perfume.  

2. CANDY BY PRADA 

Swirled with notes of creamy white musk, intoxicating benzoin and addictive caramel, Candy by Prada is an unforgettable gourmand fragrance that will indulge the senses. Both sophisticated and seductive, this unique scent is the perfect way to show off your playful, daring and confident side. But be warned: you may experience a long-lasting addiction… 

3. EILISH BY BILLIE EILISH 

The debut perfume of singing sensation Billie Eilish, Eilish is a captivating amber gourmand fragrance that feels like home, no matter where you are in the world. It opens with sugared petals, juicy mandarin and red berries before unfolding into an explosion of rich cocoa, creamy vanilla and soft spices. Base notes of warm musks, tonka bean and sleek woods add a comforting, slightly romantic kick. Dreamy! 

4. IDÔLE NECTAR BY LANCÔME 

Idôle Nectar is the first disruptive neo-gourmand fragrance from Lancôme. Inspired by Lancôme’s signature perfume, this avant-garde gourmand scent blends a sweet popcorn accord with rose soufflé sustainably-sourced Isparta rose and bourbon vanilla. It’s warm, powerful and instantly addictive – in other words, exactly what you want from a sweet gourmand perfume.  

5. SWEET LIKE SUGAR BY POLICE 

There’s no denying that Sweet Like Sugar by Police is out to make a sugar-coated statement! The joyful gourmand scent is packed with whimsical aromas, including fruity top notes of cotton candy, strawberry sorbet and sweet orange. These personality-packed aromas are underpinned by the long-lasting scents of vanilla, amber and musk in the base. So, whether you’re reaching for Sweet Like Sugar day or night, it’s sure to make an impression wherever it is worn!  

Head to our article: Top 10 Fruity Perfumes for more fragrances that smell (almost) good enough to eat!  

6. I WANT CHOO FOREVER BY JIMMY CHOO 

The intoxicating I Want Choo Forever by Jimmy Choo harnesses a special blend of bold and addictive ingredients to satisfy the sweetest tooth without being too sickly. Celebrating energy and intensity, this chypre ambery gourmand fragrance draws upon delicious notes of creamy vanilla, powerful rose, spicy pink peppercorn and potent black cherry liquor, capturing a playful spirit you’ll want to wear ALL the time. 

7. LA BELLE BY JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 

At a single glance, the exposed curves of Jean Paul Gaultier’s bottle is enough to know that La Belle Eau de Parfum isn’t your average perfume. Juicy pear and smooth tonka beans are the stars of this amber gourmand show, giving this fragrance a delicious creamy aroma that smells almost good enough to eat (best not to, though!).  

8. BURBERRY HER BY BURBERRY 

Not all gourmand perfumes are created with chocolate or caramel notes, as Burberry Her so beautifully demonstrates. This fresh and exciting gourmand scent blends vibrant crushed berries and fragrant floral notes with a warm, rounded base of vanilla and musk. As you’d expect from Burberry, it’s effortlessly stylish and has real ‘pretty perfume’ vibes. 

9. SCANDAL BY JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 

Scandal Pour Homme is a hard-hitting gourmand fragrance that packs an intoxicating punch. The sweetness of the creamy caramel and vanilla notes is contrasted by the earthy, energising properties of clary sage and vetiver, giving this amber woody fragrance enough power to knock out the senses.   

10. BLACK ORCHID BY TOM FORD

Black Orchid by Tom Ford is definitely on our most-wanted gourmand fragrance list! A luxe and extraordinary fragrance of rich, dark accords merged with a sensual composition of black orchids and spice, combining chocolate and vanilla gourmand notes. Black Orchid is both modern and timeless – an homage to worldly glamour and iconic style.

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Lorna is a Freelance Copywriter with a passion for fragrance, beauty and skincare, sustainability and outdoor adventure sports. She famously quit her office job to spend more time with her cat and counts her favourite perfumes as Mugler Alien and Ralph by Ralph Lauren.