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Perhaps no scent is more closely associated with a sense of calm than lavender. The floral fragrance finds its way into candles, cleansers, and even hand sanitizers. But a great lavender perfume? That's harder to get right.
“Lavender is a very distinct note and depending on the dosage used and the other notes in the formulation it can create or evoke a soothing, almost powdery effect to something sharper, more medicinal,” says Mona Kattan, fragrance expert, founder of Kayali Fragrances, and life-long perfume collector. “Whenever I think of lavender, it reminds me of bedtime or aromatherapy treatments as it is often used for stress relief and relaxation.”
However, there are some truly gorgeous lavender perfumes to choose from. From classic scents like Boy de Chanel to newer options like Ariana Grande’s Cloud, we rounded up the 10 best lavender perfumes to spritz on right now.
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Best Musky Lavender Perfume
Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum
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Best Sweet Lavender Perfume
Ariana Grande Cloud Eau de Parfum
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Best Soft Lavender Perfume
Philosophy Amazing Grace Lavender Twist Eau de Toilette
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Best Lavender Perfume for Layering
Jo Malone London Amber & Lavender Cologne
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Best Earthy Lavender Perfume
Heretic Heretic Dirty Lavender Eau de Parfum
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Best Fruity Lavender Perfume
Guerlain Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum Spray
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Chloé Atelier des Fleurs Lavanda Eau de Parfum
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Best Customizable Lavender Perfume
GUCCI BEAUTY The Alchemist’s Garden - Moonlight Serenade Eau de Toilette
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Kattan loves this genderless perfume from Chanel. “You get this bright opening of lavender, grapefruit, and lemon but then there is this soft, warm powdery effect to balance it out,” she says.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“I'm absolutely in love with this scent. It makes me feel decadent, even on T-shirt and jeans days.” —Annalisa
Size | 2.5 fl oz. |
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Scent Notes | Lavender, geranium, woody notes |
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Best Musky Lavender Perfume
Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum
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Best Musky Lavender Perfume
Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum
YSL Libre is a sophisticated floral dream, featuring notes of lavender, orange blossom, and musk.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“I absolutely love Libre. A very warm fragrance with lavender and vanilla notes. This fragrance is perfect for the fall/winter seasons or a night out.” —Bella
Size | 1.0 oz |
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Scent Notes | Top: lavender essence Middle: orange blossom Base: musk accord |
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Best Sweet Lavender Perfume
Ariana Grande Cloud Eau de Parfum
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Best Sweet Lavender Perfume
Ariana Grande Cloud Eau de Parfum
Over 2,000 Ulta reviewers are obsessed with Ariana Grande’s gourmand perfume, which has notes of lavender, coconut, vanilla, praline, and musk. After all, there’s a reason we deemed her the last great celebrity perfumer.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“This perfume is absolutely one of my favorites! It has a warmth to it that makes it not only intoxicating, but also comforting.” —Victoria
Size | 1.0 oz |
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Scent Notes | Top: lavender blossom, juicy pear, bergamot Middle: crème de coconut, indulgent praline, vanilla orchid Base: sensual musks, creamy blonde woods |
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Best Soft Lavender Perfume
Philosophy Amazing Grace Lavender Twist Eau de Toilette
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Best Soft Lavender Perfume
Philosophy Amazing Grace Lavender Twist Eau de Toilette
Fans of Philosophy’s best-selling Amazing Grace scent will love this lavender-layered take.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“This is such a nice soft, but not overwhelming hint of lavender fragrance. The scent stays on for hours!” —Bambi
Size | 2.0 oz |
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Scent Notes | Top: bergamot, grapefruit, lavender, blackcurrant Middle: rhubarb, raspberry, cardamom, lily of the valley Base: jasmine, musk, pink berries |
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Best Vanilla Lavender Perfume
LAVANILA Vanilla Lavender
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Best Vanilla Lavender Perfume
LAVANILA Vanilla Lavender
A lover of gourmand scents, Kattan loves vanilla blended with lavender. "The two of them together create a light and sweet combination that I find both uplifting and comforting," she says.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“Light fragrance of lavender with a hint of vanilla—it’s not overwhelming. The new package design is pretty too. One of my favorite scents that is subtle and makes me happy when wearing it.” —Vicki
Size | 1.7 fl oz. |
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Scent Notes | Spanish lavender, rose absolute, violet leaf and smooth Madagascar vanilla |
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Best Lavender Perfume for Layering
Jo Malone London Amber & Lavender Cologne
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Best Lavender Perfume for Layering
Jo Malone London Amber & Lavender Cologne
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This highly rated fragrance may seem simple, but the lavender and amber combine for something much more complex than the sum of its parts.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“I've worn this for several years. Very bold and unisex, the lavender is strong and biting, the amber warm and comforting. Wonderful juxtaposition. It's a favorite during winter months.” —Moiaussi
Size | 3.4 oz |
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Scent Notes | Top: petitgrain Middle: French lavender Base: amber |
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Best Earthy Lavender Perfume
Heretic Heretic Dirty Lavender Eau de Parfum
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Best Earthy Lavender Perfume
Heretic Heretic Dirty Lavender Eau de Parfum
The name may raise an eyebrow, but rest assured, the “dirty” side of this scent comes from bitter orange and cedarwood.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“I bought three of these, one for myself, one for my sister, and one for my mom when I saw them in store upon release. We are all in LOVE with this scent! It's a clean lavender scent with an edge. The bottle is almost half gone because I have worn it daily since its purchase!” —Heather
Size | 0.5 fl oz. |
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Scent Notes | lavender, bitter orange, velvety sandalwood, sacred palo santo |
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Best Fruity Lavender Perfume
Guerlain Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum Spray
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Best Fruity Lavender Perfume
Guerlain Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum Spray
Inspired by Guerlain muse Angelina Jolie, this deeply layered perfume opens with a fruity blend of bergamot, mandarin, and pear before slipping into sweet florals.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
"This is magic in a bottle! Absolutely wonderful. Classy, sophisticated, and elegant. It reminds me of places I have never been to!" —Utkarsha
Size | 3.3 fl oz. |
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Scent Notes | Top: Bergamot, Mandarin, Pear Heart: Neroli, Sambac jasmine, Lavender Base: Iris, Vanilla, Sandalwood |
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Strongest Lavender Notes
Chloé Atelier des Fleurs Lavanda Eau de Parfum
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Strongest Lavender Notes
Chloé Atelier des Fleurs Lavanda Eau de Parfum
Provencal lavender takes center stage in this under-the-radar scent from the French design house, though it's accented with neroli and magnolia alba.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
"I love this fragrance. Refreshing, clean and floral. I will have to order the larger bottle next time. Smells so good, I have to spray this allover." —Rsita
Size | 1.7 fl oz. |
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Scent Notes | Lavender, neroli, magnolia alba |
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Best Customizable Lavender Perfume
GUCCI BEAUTY The Alchemist’s Garden - Moonlight Serenade Eau de Toilette
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Best Customizable Lavender Perfume
GUCCI BEAUTY The Alchemist’s Garden - Moonlight Serenade Eau de Toilette
Think of this "water" as an accessory to your fragrance wardrobe. Though you can wear the floral blend solo, it's designed to be layered with other scents.
What the Reviewers Are Saying:
“If you are someone who loves the scent of natural lavender, this is the fragrance for you. I’m in my 20s, I hate powdery or overly floral scents. I’m sensitive to fragrance and never have any headaches with this one.” —ccbea
Size | 150ml/ 5.0fl. oz. |
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Scent Notes | Lavender, Sage and Tonka Bean |
Lindy Segal
Lindy Segal is a beauty writer and editor. In addition to regularly contributing to BAZAAR.COM, she also writes for Glamour, People, WhoWhatWear, and Fashionista, among other publications. She lives in New York City with her Chihuahua mix, Barney.