Beauty
Florals for spring? Groundbreaking.
Sweet springtime is days away. And as everyone starts to shed heavy layers of knits, puffers, and beyond — there’s *also* a tendency to move away from the more heavy and bold fragrances so associated with the chilly winter months.
Of course, florals for spring are a bit of a given. Though in recent years, perfumes with freshly-bloomed roses, gardenias, and more have gotten a much needed modern makeover. In other words: Not all flower-filled perfumes have that unwanted “old lady” vibe, and instead, are expressed in more youthful, sheer, gourmand, and even gender-neutral or masculine-leaning ways.
Bee Shapiro, the founder and mastermind behind Ellis Brooklyn, notes: “I've always loved the idea of a floral fragrance, but found it challenging in that it can read very mature. Flowers, growth, and renewal seem to go hand in hand with spring — but in the past, floral fragrances tended to go very powdery.” As for her brand’s latest floral-centric creation? She continues: “With Florist, I wanted to give the powerful tuberose some levity and air. I wanted this beautiful trail of scent that inspired springtime daydreams — something more akin to fresh cut flowers.”
Dreaming of a new floral perfume that is reminiscent of walking through Parisian streets with a bouquet of flowers in your arms (and perhaps a lover, too)? Say hello to your own Emily In Paris moment with 18 modern floral fragrances you need right now.
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Bright and flirtatious, Florist is filled with sheer tuberose petals, warm gardenia, and a sugared honeysuckle note.
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Elegant and free-spirited, Gorgeous Gardenia is brimming with sun-kissed jasmine, dewy pear, and gardenia flowers in full bloom.
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Inspired by a sensual date at golden hour in Provence, France — notes of dreamy rose petal, black currant liquor, and earthy patchouli whisk you away.
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A lush, tropical expression of a classic floral scent, Phloria features notes of juicy bergamot, golden gardenia, and smooth sandalwood.
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A mouth-watering gourmand floral, Idôle Nectar is defined by romantic rose essence, warm caramel popcorn, and yummy bourbon vanilla.
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Delicate and mature, Flora Cherrysia is defined by its elegance as notes of fruity cherry blossom petals, fresh watermelon, and a hint of powdery violet surround you.
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Sensually luxe, Rose D’Amalfi is dripping with the aromas of rose water extract and Italian bergamot.
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A sensually sweet bouquet, Delina is brimming with notes of playful lychee, voluminous peonies, yummy vanilla, and cozy musk.
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Fresh and youthful, Giulietta is a combination of bright pink tulips, juicy green apple, and smooth vanilla orchid.
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A limited edition launch, Rose Water and Vanilla smells exactly as it sounds (and is all things soft, dreamy, and sheer).
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Travel to Gisou’s bee garden, as notes of dreamy lavender, blackberry leaf, and golden honey linger in your hair with this limited edition launch.
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Mod Blush is soft and dream-inducing, as notes of dewy rose, carefree magnolia, and a hint of crisp pear surround your senses.
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Like a decadent treat on a warm day, Daisy Love Paradise smells of earthy iris, grounded patchouli, and refreshing sorbet.
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A fragrance found within a handful of the OUAI’s Parisian-chic hair care collection, Melrose Place has notes of sparkling champagne, exotic bergamot, and roses in full bloom.
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A rich expression of crisp apple blossom and dewy poppy flowers, Eilish No. 2 is backed by a woody palo santo signature.
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A citrusy floral perfume that is all things luxurious, Néroli features a comforting, honeyed orange blossom note.
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Spritz a bit of Brazilian jasmine and sheer vanilla into your hair (and everywhere, really) with Sol de Janeiro’s ’68 Beija Flor perfume.
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Modern and elegant, Good Girl Blush features notes of sunshine-filled ylang ylang and smooth vanilla.
