The Top 5 Perfumes

How we smell has a big impact on the first impressions we make on other people. Wearing perfume is helpful, and picking the right perfume is critical. You want a perfume that also makes you enjoy every inhalation. You want a perfume that is so intoxicating, other people ask you what perfume you have on. You want a perfume that embodies your personality and maybe even enhances it. The perfect perfume for you can depend on many factors, so it is important to do your research. We reviewed a large number of perfumes so that you can find the best one for you. Read on for our reviews of the Top 5 Perfumes.

Vera Wang Princess Perfume

Befitting Royalty

Bring out your inner princess with this whimsical perfume.
Best Overall

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Our pick for best perfume is this one from Vera Wang. It is an eau de toilette spray and is formulated to invoke the fantastical spirit of a princess. This perfume is a wondrous blend of different fragrances. There’s the formidable flower combination of water lily and Tahitian tiare flower. Toss in the delectable flavors of lady apple, apricot, vanilla, and chocolate. And top it off with the ancient wisdom of amber, which comes from fossils that are millions of years old. All of these scents work together to create a radiant and whimsical fragrance befitting a modern princess.

Pros

  • Exotic flowers
  • Succulent fruits
  • Radiant and whimsical

Cons

  • Doesn’t spray a fine mist

Guess for Women Perfume

Fruity, Flowery, Feminine

The fruits and flowers combine for a sensual, feminine perfume.
Best Combination

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This is a lovely perfume from Guess. It is an eau de parfum spray, and it is as feminine and powerful as anything Guess makes. This perfume packs a flowery punch with a heart of dewy freesia, pink peony, and delicate muguet. This is topped off with a top note of tangerine, bergamot, and green apple. Add in the accent of peach and red fruit; these juicy fruits will intoxicate anyone who smells them, especially when they are supported by the base notes of cedarwood and amber. The soft skin musk deepens the fragrance and makes it a sensual delight.

Pros

  • Feminine
  • Sweet and sexy
  • Deep and sensual

Cons

  • On the smaller side

Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl Perfume

Spice Girls

Spice up your life with this energizing perfume.
Best Casual

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Tommy Hilfiger makes a special perfume for women. Like their clothes, their perfume has spice and spunk to it. It refreshes and energizes the senses, and everyone will notice your perfume… in a good way. This is an eau de toilette spray, and it comes in a 3.4 fluid ounce bottle. Recommended for casual wear, this perfume has top notes of black currant, mandarin orange, and apple tree blossom. The middle notes of honeysuckle, lily, violet, mint, grapefruit, lemon, and rose provide a potpourri of enticing scents. This is all anchored by the base notes of magnolia, leather, sandalwood, jasmine, and cedar.

Pros

  • Refreshing and energizing
  • Recommended for casual wear
  • Spicy and spunky

Cons

  • Light scent

Happy by Clinique Perfume

Don't Worry, Be Happy

Give yourself a spray of happiness with this light, fresh perfume.
Best for Daytime

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For another wonderful eau de parfum, check out this perfume by Clinique. It’s called Happy, and it does live up to its name; it will make you and everyone who smells it happy indeed. The ruby red grapefruit and bergamot orange give this perfume fresh, spirited notes, while the Hawaiian wedding flower and spring mimosa provide soft and sensual notes. With its floral and citrusy scent, this perfume is recommended for daytime use. Even though it is an eau de parfum spray, it is surprisingly light and buoyant.

Pros

  • Fresh and spirited
  • Floral and citrusy
  • Light and buoyant

Cons

  • Not as strong as other eau de parfum sprays

Marc Jacobs Daisy Perfume

Pushing Daisies

This perfume exudes charm and elegance.
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Marc Jacobs has concocted an intoxicating perfume, and her name is Daisy. Just from looking at the bottle, you know you’re in for a treat. The cap of the round glass bottle is adorned with white daisies, which give it a fun and charming look. The same can be said about the perfume inside. It is an eau de toilette, with fruity top notes of wild strawberries and a floral heart of white violet petals, gardenia, and jasmine. Under this is the lovely base of birch, cedar wood, and sandalwood. The result is a youthful and exciting fragrance that will make you feel the same.

Pros

  • Fun and charming
  • Daisies on the bottle
  • Lovely wood base

Cons

  • Could last longer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is eau de toilette?

Eau de toilette is a lighter blend of perfume, with an 8 to 10 percent concentration and a typical lasting time of two to three hours.

What is eau de parfum?

Eau de parfum is a heavier blend of perfume than eau de toilette, with a 10 to 20 percent concentration and a typical lasting time of four to five hours.

When should I spray on perfume?

Whenever you would like to smell great, but typically after showering, after dressing, or before a night out are the best times.