The world of gendered fragrance has been passed with time, and right now, brands are shunning the idea of his/her scents. Instead, they are releasing fragrances that can be worn by everyone and anyone. If you are hesitant to delve into the world of unisex fragrances, then worry no more cause we are going to provide a perfect guide on how to get started. All scents can be considered as Unisex, but brands and perfume marketing stereotypes find a fruit or floral-heavy fragrances as feminine. On the other hand, the scents that feature heady notes such as wood, spices, and leather are considered to be masculine.
According to the latest research, fragrances are gendered because beauty is segregated in general. From our child, we are raised with the idea of how men and women should look, act, and smell. The creation of this gender binaries in the world pf perfume is deemed to be an archaic culture that is naturally complex, a nuisance, and messy. Thus most of the companies are considering the non-binary gender in the fragrance industry. That is why the top players in the industry have started coming up with unisex fragrances.
Shopping for a unisex fragrance can turn out to be a liberating experience. This is attributed to most shoppers who don’t know how the fragrance smell like. Well, when going for this shopping expedite then you just have to go for what you like. One of the common disadvantages of unisex fragrance is that you will always find your partner swiping your scent. After testing the old favourites and the brand new launches in the market, we bring you an independent review of the best unisex fragrances of all time.
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1. PHLUR HEPCAT EAU DE PARFUM
The PHLUR Hepcat EDP is a clean and unisex fragrance that draws its inspiration from Jazz clubs of the 1950s. This smoky and fresh scent has a lot of similarities in notes with Whiskeys (leather, tobacco, and incense). If you happen to love whiskey, then this is the best fragrance that you can consider going for. The main accords include; tobacco, woody, and sweet. This floral woody musk fragrance for men and women was launched in 2016, and the nose behind it is Nathalie Benareau.
FEATURES
- The fragrance features tobacco, vetiver, cherry, and floral notes.
- It’s a sensual perfume.
- It’s clean, soft, and clean.
- It’s a sharp fragrance.
PROS
- It’s ideal if you love a smoky, dark, and sophisticated scent.
- Its best for night and weekends
- it has a strong scent.
CONS
- If you don’t like strong perfumes, then it can’t be the right option for you.
2. CALVIN KLEIN CK ONE
FEATURES
- It’s a Universal Scent.
- Top Notes; Lemon, Bergamot, Fresh pineapple, papaya, cardamom, green tree accord.
- Heart Notes; Hedione high cic, Lily of the valley, Rose, Nutmeg, Orris, Freesia, Violet.
- Basenotes; Oakmoss. Sandalwood, Musk, Green tree accord, Cedarwood.
- It’s very clean.
PROS
- This is a clean perfume that can be used by professionals
- It’s long-lasting.
- It has a fruity and fresh scent.
- It’s refreshing
CONS
- It’s not that strong.
3. GUCCI MEMOIRE D’UNE ODEUR
Well, when it comes to brands, then the Gucci brand has done to its level best. It’s one of the brands that won’t confine itself to the gender limitations, and hence they launched the Gucci Memoire d’une Odeur. It’s one of the latest products from the designer that was released in 2019. This Unisex fragrance opens up to Roman chamomile, which is a note that is only exclusive to Gucci. In addition to that, it also has the Indian Coral Jasmine nature print. Its ground scent is a combination of Cedar-wood, Sandalwood, and Musk. Lastly, well, as you know, Gucci is class, and thus its products are of class too. That is why it packaged the perfume in a box that features a gold start, which is a nod of the Italian religious frescos from the Renaissance.
FEATURES
- Top notes; Bitter almond, Roman chamomile
- The Middle notes include; Musks, Coral jasmine, and jasmine petals.
- The Base notes include; Sandalwood, cedar-wood, and vanilla.
- It is categorised as a mystical fragrance.
- Its main accords include; herbal, woody, musky, and floral.
- It’s Strong.
- It has a floral scent.
PROS
- It has excellent longevity.
- It evokes a lot of emotions, especially of intense love and all-consuming joy.
- It’s strong
- It can be worn during the professional occasion, i.e., when at work.
- You can also wear it both day and night.
- It has an attractive encasing.
CONS
- It’s costly.
4. ANOTHER 13
If you are a Le Labo loyalists, then Another 13 is a unisex scent that you have to try it out. This light and overpowering perfume is a perfect combo of Jasmine, Moss, and ambrette seeds. The main accords that best describe this perfume include; Musky, amber, animalic, and woody. This Eau de Parfum comes in a 100 ml and 50ml bottle. This hypnotising and unique scent was discovered in 2010.
FEATURES
- It’s highly addictive.
- Its notes features; Musk (Ambrox), Green citrus, apple, and ambrette.
- It comes in 50 ml and 100 ml bottles.
- It has a perfect balance’; its not too healthy and its not too light.
PROS
- Smells light and airy.
- It’s addictive.
- It’s aromatic.
- It has a perfect balance of lightness and intensity.
- It’s unique.
CONS
- It’s Costly.
5. AESOP TACIT
It stands out to be one of the genuinely unisex scents that invigorate crisp without a hint of sweetness. Its combo notes of citrus and basil give it a clean and herbaceous finish. This makes it a completely addictive perfume in the house. Its main accords are Citrus, gree, fresh spicy, and woody. When you are looking for classical colognes, then this new fragrance from Tacit is the best definition for that. Its scent drew inspirations from the Mediterranean coast, its topography, and perfumed vegetation.
FEATURES
- Top notes include; Citrus and Yuzu
- Middle Notes are made from Basil
- The base notes are Vetiver and cloves.
- It has a clean earthy and herbaceous vibe.
- It’s a sexy scent that is ideal for evening use.
PROS
- Has a mild silage
- Has a high longevity
- It’s very strong.
- It’s smooth.
CONS
- It’s costly.
6. LOUIS VUITTON CACTUS GARDEN
Cactus Garden from Louis Vuitton is one of the fresh scents that combine; Bergamot, lemongrass, and Mate. The main accords that describe this perfume include; Citrus, fresh spicy, and green. It’s one of the latest products from Lous Vuitton that was launched in April 2019. Alex Israel is the one who designed the box. The bottle has an engraved cactus garden, which is a symbol to show the contrast between the dry exterior and the wet interior.
FEATURES
- The notes of this perfume are a combination of bergamot, matte tea, and lemongrass.
- This is an Eau de Parfum that comes in a bottle size of 100 ml and 200 ml.
- It’s long-lasting.
- Has a moderate silage.
PROS
- It’s long-lasting.
- Has a moderate silage.
- It has a fresh scent.
- It’s not intense.
- The bottle is refillable.
CONS
- If you love intense perfumes, then it can’t be the best option for you.
7. TOM FORD COSTA AZZURRA ACQUA
There are very little aquatic fragrances in the market, and one of the best fresh scents available in the market is the Tom Ford Costa Azzurra Acqua. This scent has the following gas its main accords; aromatic, woody, fresh spicy, and balsamic. This is the latest version of the Costa Azzurra fragrance from Neroli Portofino collections. This is an oil perfume that was launched in 2019. It’s available in bottles of 50 and 100 ml.
FEATURES
- Its top notes include; lemon, myrtle oil, and juniper berries.
- The heart notes are pine needles and cypress oil.
- Lastly, its base notes are a combination of amber, labdanum, and lentisque.
- Its an oil perfume.
- It’s very long-lasting.
- Its silage is moderate.
PROS
- It has a moderate silage with high longevity because its an oil perfume.
- It has a fresh, sweet, aqua salt scent.
- It’s a fresh scent.
- Its best worn during vacations in the sea and the beach.
- Best worn during the summer.
- It’s clean.
CONS
- It’s not an all-time scent, cause it’s worn during specific occasions and specific seasons.
- It’s also costly.
8. D.S & DURGA EL COSMICO EDP
When looking for a dry desert air perfume, the D.S & Durga El Cosmico Eau de Parfum is the best option to consider. This is one of the top unisex fragrances that draws its inspiration from the dry desert air of Marfa, Texas. It features the following notes: Pine resin, smoke, and oak. If you want a cowboy vibe, then this is a damn smelling cowboy edition fragrance that you can consider. Most people term it as masculine, but it’s a unisex fragrance that you can consider in the market. The following describes this scent as its main accords; woody, aromatic, fresh spicy, and sandy/earthy. This is one of the greatest works from David Sethn Moltz and Kavi Moltz, who launched in in the year 2015.
FEATURES
- Its top notes are desert shrub, pinyon pine, and desert pepper.
- The heart notes are a combination of creosote, khella, and oak.
- The base notes consist of the dry sand accord, shrub wax, and khella
- The following are some of its main accords; woody, aromatic, fresh spicy, and sand/earthy.
- It’s long-lasting.
- It has a moderate silage.
PROS
- It’s long-lasting with a moderate silage.
- It’s strangely unique and sweet.
- It’s a smooth scent.
- It’s not specific to any occasion.
CONS
- It’s costly to acquire one.
9. LE LABO SANTAL 33
Le Labo brand has always been in the front-line in the production of unisex fragrances. One of its products is Le Labo Santal 33 that draws its inspiration from the American West. The perfume captures the ruggedness of the think Marlboro Man era. This is due to the Sandalwood and cedar-wood notes. It also has floral notes that make it not to be too woody. The main accords that best describe it include; woody, powdery, and warm spicy. The nose behind this unisex fragrance is Frank Voelkl, and after working on it, the fragrance was released in 2011.
FEATURES
- The fragrance features the following note; Sandalwood, Virginia cedar, violet, cardamom, papyrus, leather, amber, and iris.
- It has a woody aromatic.
- It’s very long lasting.
- Can be worn in any occasion even at work
- Best when going for an adventurous expedition.
- It’s a dry fragrance.
PROS
- It has very high longevity.
- Ideal for all occasions.
- It’s cheap
- It’s powerful.
- It’s unique and makes you stand out when worn.
- It’s ideal when you want to create your unique personality from your scent, especially with people around you.
CONS
- If you hate woody scents, then this might not be the right option for you.
- It’s dry.
10. MALIN + GOETZ CANNABIS
Now that cannabis is more socially acceptable, have you ever wondered smelling like it? For cannabis lovers, after you have had your puff, then this is the right perfume to consider. The cannabis accord in this fragrance will leave you smelling like a sophisticated stoner. It gets that scent of massive bong rips and gives you a scent of something that is highly refined. The main accords that best describes this unisex fragrance include; citrus, patchouli, fresh spicy, and warm spicy. This fragrance was launched in 2014, and it has the following details on its notes—top note; fig and pepper. The middle notes combine orange and lemon while the base notes are made from Sandalwood and patchouli.
FEATURES
- This is a very long-lasting oil perfume,
- It has a moderate silage.
- Its top notes are a combination of fig and pepper.
- The middle notes are orange and lemon.
- The base notes are Patchouli and Sandalwood.
PROS
- It’s long-lasting.
- Ideal for Cannabis lovers.
- It has a moderate silage.
- Best for all skin types.
CONS
- It’s Costly.
- If you are not a cannabis lover, It would be better to keep off.
11. ELLIS BROOKLYN MYTH
To get the right smell of this fragrance is by trying to imagine the scent in the air when the last rays of the sunshine stretch across your garden during the late summer day. Well, the best three words to describe this unisex fragrance might be a sensual, warm, and sophisticated fragrance. Well, the name Myth in this fragrance, makes this scent to me a mysterious scent. The nose behind this fragrance is Jerome Epinette, and it was launched in 2016. When you open up this fragrance, you will be hit by Jasmine petals and tiger orchid; later on, this will be followed by musks and white cedarwood.
FEATURES
- It’s a sexy perfume with undeniable warmth of liquid musk and white cedar.
- Top Notes; Bergamot, cassis, ambrette seeds.
- Mid Notes; Pink Lotus, Tiger Orchid, Jasmine petals.
- Dry Notes; Patchouli, white cedar-wood, and liquid musk.
- Main accords; musky, floral, amber, and woody.
- It’s very long-lasting and has a moderate silage.
PROS
- Has a high longevity
- It’s sensual and warm.
- Its sophisticated nature will allow you to have a unique personality.
- It’s one of the best romantic perfumes in the house.
CONS
- It’s Costly.
12. HERETIC DIRTY GRASS
Heretic Dirty Grass fragrance is a combination of black pepper, violet leaf, hemp, and lemon zest. This fragrance is categorised as a CBD Oil perfume. Despite the fact it contains the CBD, which it’s a non-psychoactive compound present in cannabis, it does not have THC. This Hemp-derived unisex fragrance is meant to have a relaxing effect; hence it’s ideal for evening use. This perfume comes in bottles of 15 ml and 50 ml, and it was launched in 2019. The nose behind this perfume is Douglas Little.
FEATURES
- Doesn’t have THC.
- It has a CBD.
- You must be 18 years and over to use this product.
- Top Notes features; Black Pepper and Lemon Zest.
- Its heart notes include; hemp and violet
- On the other hand, its base notes feature Haitian Vetiver and Galbanum.
- The ingredients of this perfume are all organic, with no synthetic replicas.
- It has a deep green earthy character.
- It’s intoxicating and vibrant.
PROS
- It’s intoxicating and vibrant.
- It’s an ideal perfume to use when you want to relax, that’s why its best preferred during the evening hours after you are from the job.
CONS
- You have to be 18 years and above to use it.
13. HERETIC PARFUMS PISTIL WHIP
Heretic never disappoints when it comes to clearing the gender line and inventing unisex perfumes. Pistil whip is known for its floral notes that make it attractive for both men and women. The main accords that best describe this perfume include; Green, aromatic, floral, and woody. This fragrance was launched in 2016, and it has the following notes—top Notes, bergamot, and pink pepper. The Middle notes are a blend of carnation and taire flower. Lastly, the base notes feature Vetiver and tea. The nose behind this scent is perfumer Douglas Little.
FEATURES
- It has a floral and spicy scent.
- It’s Cheap
- Has moderate silage.
- It’s very long-lasting.
- Its top notes are a blend of pink pepper and bergamot.
- Its middle note comprises of carnation and Tiare flower.
- The base note is made up of vetiver and tea.
- It has an aromatic scent.
PROS
- It has high longevity.
- Has a moderate silage.
- It’s very sweet.
CONS
If you don’t like floral scents, then this might not be suitable for you.
14. MAISON MARGIELA REPLICA BY THE FIREPLACE
By the Fireplace, Maison Martin Margiela can be defined by the following as its main accords; woody, vanilla, powdery and balsamic. This is a woody fragrance for both men and women that was launched in 2015. This fragrance is the gift of Marie Salamagne. The fragrance features the following top notes; Pink Pepper, cloves, and Orange blossom. Its middle notes are a combination of guaiac and juniper. Lastly, the base notes blend Peru balsam, vanilla, and cashmeran.
FEATURES
- It has a moderate silage.
- It’s long-lasting.
- Its top notes are; Orange blossom, cloves, and Pink Pepper.
- Its middle notes are a combination of guaiac and juniper.
- Lastly, the base notes blend Peru balsam, vanilla, and cashmeran.
PROS
- Has sweeter notes like those of a roasted marshmallow.
- It’s long-lasting.
- Ideal during chilly weather.
- It’s not specific to any occasion.
- It has a perfectly balanced scent.
- It’s cheap.
CONS
- Not easily available.
15. BYREDO GYPSY WATER
This is a sweet and earthy scent that will make you think of wood nymphs or a magical forest when you inhale it. This fragrance draws its inspiration from the natural lifestyle of gypsies. Its top notes features; lemon, bergamot, and juniper. The middle notes have pine needles, incense, and orris root. On the other end, its base notes comprise of amber, sandalwood, and vanilla. The main accords that best describe this fragrance include; woody, aromatic, balsamic, and fresh spicy. This fragrance was launched back in 2018.
FEATURES
- Its top notes features; lemon, bergamot, and juniper.
- The middle notes have pine needles, incense, and orris root.
- On the other end, its base notes comprise of amber, sandalwood, and vanilla.
- It’s a woody aromatic fragrance.
- It has moderate longevity.
- Its silage is soft.
- Ideal to be worn during the hot days.
- It can be worn on any occasion, especially when going to work.
- It’s versatile.
PROS
- Has a soft silage.
- An ideal scent that you can wear it at work.
- It’s versatile
- It’s very sweet.
- It’s intense and strong.
- It’s a bold scent.
CONS
- Its longevity is moderate.
- If you don’t love strong and bold scents, then it can’t be ideal for you.
Conclusion
These are some of the best Unisex Perfumes.Many times a couple loves to have the same scent on each other,so they can surely go for these.If you know about others,please add it in the comment section.We would love to hear from you.