If you love scents with mouth-watering note breakdowns that read more like a recipe than a fragrance, then a sweet perfume is just for you! We’re talking gourmand delights like honey, vanilla, chocolate, cotton candy, and caramel. Are you drooling, or is it just us? So, if you’re wondering, ‘What is a nice sweet-smelling perfume?’, keep reading.
What Makes a Perfume Smell Sweet?
A perfume smells sweet thanks to key, sugary notes like vanilla, caramel and fruits. These types of sweet-smelling fragrances are often categorized as gourmand, as the ingredients are edible and often found in desserts. The key difference is that while all gourmand fragrances contain edible ingredients, they aren’t necessarily sweet. Coffee-infused scents, known for their warmth and richness, are an example. Floral scents are also deliciously sweet, like jasmine or freesia.
What is the best sweet perfume?
The short answer is that there’s not one ultimate sweet perfume that outweighs the rest. What we can share is a selection of sweet, addictive fragrances from bestselling brands that just smell so good! Our top 10 has something for everyone, from lovers of true gourmands to sweet yet seductive scents, and of course, the inherently sweet floral fragrance family.
So, if you’re looking for a sweet perfume to call your next signature scent, we’ve got you covered. Here, we round up our top 10 favourite sweet fragrances that are far from sickly.
Top 10 sweet perfumes
1. Flora Gorgeous Orchid Eau de Parfum by Gucci
Gucci invites you to step into the playful, joy-filled world of Flora Gorgeous Orchid. Sweet, addictive vanilla notes open at the top of the fragrance, while radiant vanilla orchid awaits you in the heart. For those looking for a unique touch to their perfume, there’s no missing the ozonic accord in the base, which rounds this delicious perfume off with a sparkling touch.
For unexpected, sweet freshness, look no further than Marc JacobsDaisy Love Eau So Sweet. If you’re on the hunt for sweet perfume for women, this one will no doubt be at the top of the list! At first sniff, it’s a fruity hit of sparkling white raspberry and citrus, before a floral sweep of daisies and jasmine settles in. At the base, delicate musk and iris coated in sugar ensure a delicious finish. It’s a classic in the making.
Perfumes don’t come sweeter than Caramel Dream by Sabrina Carpenter. If the combination of creamy almond milk, rich chocolate bean and luxurious caramel sound like a Sweet Tooth’s fantasy, then you’ll want to get your hands on this delicious scent. The viral Eau de Parfum features sugared lemon and orange zest with silky vanilla and a caramelized amber dry down that’s too good to resist! P.S. – there’s a body mist available too for less than £15!
With the word ‘Scandal’ in its name, it’s no surprise that Scandal Le Parfum from Jean Paul Gaultier isn’t your average sweet perfume. The salty caramel notes with the explosion of jasmine is so dazzling. The black vanilla is so intoxicating. A truly floral amber Scandal. A deliciously audacious scent that demands attention. This is one of the best sweet perfumes you can spritz – can you tell we’re big fans?
We couldn’t possibly talk about the best sweet perfumes without mentioning the intoxicatingBurberry Her Elixir. Perfect for those who dare to explore the unknown, this is a sweet fragrance for the free-spirited woman seeking her next adventure. Sensual, irresistible and never held back by boundaries, she possesses an addictive persona, just like candy! Packed with fruity gourmand notes alongside a daring burst of dark red berries with jasmine, Her Elixir is rounded perfectly with sensual and addictive vanilla and amber.
The best sweet smelling perfumes are made up of delicious, carefully chosen ingredients, which is exactly what you’ll find in Cloud by Ariana Grande. A touch of sweetened praline blends with warm woody amber and delicate vanilla orchid to add the perfect oh-so-sweet touch to this delectable scent. Arianator or not, sweet perfume lovers can’t help but swoon when they inhale this sweet perfume – there’s a reason why it’s flying off the shelves!
For a touch of pure sophistication while still satisfying your sweet tooth,My Way by Armani has you covered. The refillable perfume puts consciously sourced ingredients at every level of its formulation, with beautiful orange blossom at the top, intense tuberose in the heart and a touch of sweetness from Madagascan vanilla in its base. Each note amplifies the experience, creating a sweet, floral perfume like no other.
In Viktor & Rolf’s Bonbon Eau de Parfum, layers upon layers of different elements come together to create a seductive and tantalising scent. It begins with a sumptuous caramel, jasmine, and orange blossom heart that’s lifted with a fruity burst of orange, blackcurrant and mandarin at the top. Finishing with a soft and elegant dry down of cedarwood, amber, and sandalwood, this scent has a comforting and quietly powerful quality we can’t get enough of.
Think sweet fragrance, think vanilla perfume, right? Then Burberry Goddess is the perfect pick for you! This aromatic gourmand features a trio of vanilla notes, with a radiant heart of vanilla caviar, that smells oh-so-luxury. A dazzling and empowering fragrance, vanilla infusion harmonises with heady lavender in this award-winning (literally – it won The 2024 People’s Choice Award) sweet scent.
It’s no secret that Yves Saint Laurent is one of the best perfumers in the business, and Black Opium Glitter Eau de Parfum doesn’t disappoint. A captivating floriental gourmand with added edge, the intoxicating fragrance pairs a black coffee accord with sensual vanilla and the softness of orange flower accord. It gets its sweet, woody depth from a base of marshmallow musk and patchouli, creating a truly addictive and energising scent that deserves your attention.
Top 10 sweet perfumes
If you love scents with mouth-watering note breakdowns that read more like a recipe than a fragrance, then a sweet perfume is just for you! We’re talking gourmand delights like honey, vanilla, chocolate, cotton candy, and caramel. Are you drooling, or is it just us? So, if you’re wondering, ‘What is a nice sweet-smelling perfume?’, keep reading.
What Makes a Perfume Smell Sweet?
A perfume smells sweet thanks to key, sugary notes like vanilla, caramel and fruits. These types of sweet-smelling fragrances are often categorized as gourmand, as the ingredients are edible and often found in desserts. The key difference is that while all gourmand fragrances contain edible ingredients, they aren’t necessarily sweet. Coffee-infused scents, known for their warmth and richness, are an example. Floral scents are also deliciously sweet, like jasmine or freesia.
What is the best sweet perfume?
The short answer is that there’s not one ultimate sweet perfume that outweighs the rest. What we can share is a selection of sweet, addictive fragrances from bestselling brands that just smell so good! Our top 10 has something for everyone, from lovers of true gourmands to sweet yet seductive scents, and of course, the inherently sweet floral fragrance family.
So, if you’re looking for a sweet perfume to call your next signature scent, we’ve got you covered. Here, we round up our top 10 favourite sweet fragrances that are far from sickly.
Top 10 sweet perfumes
1. Flora Gorgeous Orchid Eau de Parfum by Gucci
Gucci invites you to step into the playful, joy-filled world of Flora Gorgeous Orchid. Sweet, addictive vanilla notes open at the top of the fragrance, while radiant vanilla orchid awaits you in the heart. For those looking for a unique touch to their perfume, there’s no missing the ozonic accord in the base, which rounds this delicious perfume off with a sparkling touch.
Gucci
Flora Gorgeous Orchid
Eau de Parfum Spray
100ML – £138.00
Gucci
Flora Gorgeous Orchid
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £99.00
Gucci
Flora Gorgeous Orchid
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £70.00
2. Daisy Love Eau So Sweet by Marc Jacobs
For unexpected, sweet freshness, look no further than Marc Jacobs Daisy Love Eau So Sweet. If you’re on the hunt for sweet perfume for women, this one will no doubt be at the top of the list! At first sniff, it’s a fruity hit of sparkling white raspberry and citrus, before a floral sweep of daisies and jasmine settles in. At the base, delicate musk and iris coated in sugar ensure a delicious finish. It’s a classic in the making.
Marc Jacobs
Daisy Love Eau So Sweet
Eau de Toilette Spray
50ML – £75.00
Marc Jacobs
Daisy Love Eau So Sweet
Eau de Toilette Spray
30ML – £54.00
3. Caramel Dream by Sabrina Carpenter
Perfumes don’t come sweeter than Caramel Dream by Sabrina Carpenter. If the combination of creamy almond milk, rich chocolate bean and luxurious caramel sound like a Sweet Tooth’s fantasy, then you’ll want to get your hands on this delicious scent. The viral Eau de Parfum features sugared lemon and orange zest with silky vanilla and a caramelized amber dry down that’s too good to resist! P.S. – there’s a body mist available too for less than £15!
Sabrina Carpenter
Caramel Dream
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £24.99
Sabrina Carpenter
Caramel Dream
Eau de Parfum Spray
75ML – £39.99
Lancôme
La Vie Est Belle
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
75ML – £105.00
4. Scandal Le Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier
With the word ‘Scandal’ in its name, it’s no surprise that Scandal Le Parfum from Jean Paul Gaultier isn’t your average sweet perfume. The salty caramel notes with the explosion of jasmine is so dazzling. The black vanilla is so intoxicating. A truly floral amber Scandal. A deliciously audacious scent that demands attention. This is one of the best sweet perfumes you can spritz – can you tell we’re big fans?
Jean Paul Gaultier
Scandal Le Parfum
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £101.00
Jean Paul Gaultier
Scandal Le Parfum
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £72.00
Jean Paul Gaultier
Scandal Le Parfum
Eau de Parfum Spray
80ML – £133.00
5. Burberry Her Elixir by Burberry
We couldn’t possibly talk about the best sweet perfumes without mentioning the intoxicating Burberry Her Elixir. Perfect for those who dare to explore the unknown, this is a sweet fragrance for the free-spirited woman seeking her next adventure. Sensual, irresistible and never held back by boundaries, she possesses an addictive persona, just like candy! Packed with fruity gourmand notes alongside a daring burst of dark red berries with jasmine, Her Elixir is rounded perfectly with sensual and addictive vanilla and amber.
Burberry
Burberry Her Elixir
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £108.00
Burberry
Burberry Her Elixir
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £74.00
6. Cloud BY ARIANA GRANDE
The best sweet smelling perfumes are made up of delicious, carefully chosen ingredients, which is exactly what you’ll find in Cloud by Ariana Grande. A touch of sweetened praline blends with warm woody amber and delicate vanilla orchid to add the perfect oh-so-sweet touch to this delectable scent. Arianator or not, sweet perfume lovers can’t help but swoon when they inhale this sweet perfume – there’s a reason why it’s flying off the shelves!
Ariana Grande
Cloud
Eau de Parfum Spray
100ML – £55.00
7. My Way Eau de Parfum by Armani
For a touch of pure sophistication while still satisfying your sweet tooth, My Way by Armani has you covered. The refillable perfume puts consciously sourced ingredients at every level of its formulation, with beautiful orange blossom at the top, intense tuberose in the heart and a touch of sweetness from Madagascan vanilla in its base. Each note amplifies the experience, creating a sweet, floral perfume like no other.
Armani
My Way
Parfum Refillable Spray
90ML – £115.99
8. Bonbon by Viktor & Rolf
In Viktor & Rolf’s Bonbon Eau de Parfum, layers upon layers of different elements come together to create a seductive and tantalising scent. It begins with a sumptuous caramel, jasmine, and orange blossom heart that’s lifted with a fruity burst of orange, blackcurrant and mandarin at the top. Finishing with a soft and elegant dry down of cedarwood, amber, and sandalwood, this scent has a comforting and quietly powerful quality we can’t get enough of.
Viktor Rolf
Bonbon
Eau de Parfum Spray
90ML – £134.00
Viktor Rolf
Bonbon
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £67.00
Viktor Rolf
Bonbon
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £97.00
9. Burberry Goddess by Burberry
Think sweet fragrance, think vanilla perfume, right? Then Burberry Goddess is the perfect pick for you! This aromatic gourmand features a trio of vanilla notes, with a radiant heart of vanilla caviar, that smells oh-so-luxury. A dazzling and empowering fragrance, vanilla infusion harmonises with heady lavender in this award-winning (literally – it won The 2024 People’s Choice Award) sweet scent.
Burberry
Burberry Goddess
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
50ML – £99.00
Burberry
Burberry Goddess
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
100ML – £138.00
10. Black Opium Glitter by Yves Saint Laurent
It’s no secret that Yves Saint Laurent is one of the best perfumers in the business, and Black Opium Glitter Eau de Parfum doesn’t disappoint. A captivating floriental gourmand with added edge, the intoxicating fragrance pairs a black coffee accord with sensual vanilla and the softness of orange flower accord. It gets its sweet, woody depth from a base of marshmallow musk and patchouli, creating a truly addictive and energising scent that deserves your attention.
Yves Saint Laurent
Black Opium Glitter
Eau de Parfum Spray
90ML – £137.00
Yves Saint Laurent
Black Opium Glitter
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £105.00
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