15 Spring Fragrances That Don’t Smell Like Flowers

When we think of springtime perfumes, we often think of light, floral scents that evoke images of blooming flowers and fresh air. However, not everyone enjoys floral fragrances, and there are plenty of other options out there for those who prefer something a little different. Whether you’re looking for something citrusy, musky or gourmand to perfume to wear this spring, If you’re looking for a springtime perfume that doesn’t have floral notes, here are 15 options to consider.

Tom Ford Black Orchid

This luxury perfume brand is home to some of the most well-known fragrances on the market, and Black Orchid is no exception to this. With notes of black truffle, spices, Mexican chocolate and patchouli, this dark and sultry scent is sure to turn heads, making this the perfect perfume to wear during a date night with your significant other or a night out with friends.

Jo Malone London Basil & Neroli

Created by perfumer Anne Flipo in 2016, this fragrance is said to be inspired by the carefree and fun spirit of the sixties, when the United Kingdom was largely the center of the pop culture world at the time, thanks to icons like the Beatles and Twiggy. The featured note in this perfume is basil, which at first may seem off-putting. However, when this note is combined with a base of white musk and vetiver, the basil adds a green element to an otherwise musky and earthy scent.

Byredo Gypsy Water

This niche perfume brand has exploded in popularity on social media over the past year, and once you have the opportunity to try Gypsy Water, you’ll understand why. This iconic scent has notes of juniper, pine needles and incense, evoking the feeling of sitting by a fire while camping out in a forest.

Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk

If you consider the beach your happy place, then Maison Margiela’s best-selling scent, Beach Walk, is the perfect fragrance for you. It opens with citrusy notes, like bergamot and lemon, and as it dries down, notes of pink pepper, coconut milk and musk become more prominent. The coconut milk is the star note, transporting you to memories of summer vacations and, just like its name, walking on the beach.

By Rosie Jane Missy

The latest release from clean perfume brand By Rosie Jane is another summer-inspired scent, but its notes venture into a more fruity, tropical direction. In addition to coconut, Missy also has notes of pineapple and green mandarin – similar to popular summer cocktails like piña coladas. This fragrance, along with others in the brand, is also certified cruelty free and vegan, and made with 100 percent recyclable packaging, so if you’re looking for a scent that is also environmentally-friendly, Missy is the one for you.

Diptyque Eau Duelle

If you’re a lover of all things vanilla but you want to elevate it to the next level, look no further than Diptyque’s Eau Duelle. This rich, bold fragrance includes the note of delicious bourbon vanilla, but adds smokiness and warmth with its complementary notes of incense and pink pepper. It is almost like smelling the extract straight from the bottle, but stored inside an aged, spiced wooden barrel.

Le Labo Santal 33

Celebrities like Jenna Ortega, Justin Bieber and Ryan Reynolds have been known to call this sandalwood fragrance as their signature scent, and for good reason. Although sandalwood is the key note in this perfume, notes of papyrus, Virginia cedar leather gives it a musky, earthy tone that is suitable for men and women alike.

Juliette Has a Gun Not A Perfume

For a truly minimalist approach to fragrance, Juliette Has a Gun’s best-seller Not A Perfume is the one to choose. This scent only has one note – cetalox, an element that is usually used in perfumery as a base note for other fragrances. It is designed to work with your skin’s chemistry, so what you smell when you first spray Not A Perfume on your skin may be different from what someone else smells when they try it. This scent is also allergen free, making it an ideal perfume for those who are sensitive to fragrances.

PHLUR Father Figure

PHLUR is another perfume brand that has gone viral across social media due to their unique packaging and aromas. Father Figure is no exception to this. Its bold name and vivid green bottle are not the only factors that set this fragrance apart from others on the market. This scent opens with notes of fig and cassis before drying down into deeper notes of sandalwood, orris root and Madagascar vanilla. At its base is musk and patchouli, creating a sensual base that is herbacious, yet light.

Skylar Salt Air

Do you want to smell like you just took a swim in the cool, ocean waters – even when you’re nowhere near the beach? If so, clean perfume brand Skylar’s Salt Air is the scent for you. The fragrance notes are true to its name, opening with sea salt, sea water and seaweed that gives off a fresh-out-of-the-water feeling. Blended with complimentary notes of sand, driftwood and sandalwood, Salt Air is the perfect fresh and aquatic fragrance to bring you straight to the beach without having to actually be there.

Ellis Brooklyn Vanilla Milk

For some people, spring has arrived when the snow has melted, the flowers are blooming and the bees are buzzing. For others, they know that spring has arrived when the ice cream truck starts driving around your block. If you fall into the latter instead of the former, consider trying Ellis Brooklyn’s best seller, Vanilla Milk. This fragrance uses two types of vanilla extract, cocoa shell and milk accord to create this delectable, creamy scent that is perfect for year-round use. The ingredients are also specially designed to get better with your own body heat and skin chemistry, creating a vanilla scent that is uniquely addictive to every user.

Juliette Has A Gun Vanilla Vibes

What if you like vanilla fragrances, but you don’t want to smell like a bakery during the warmer months? Not to worry, Juliette Has A Gun’s Vanilla Vibes is here to save the day! This fragrance combines two notes – sea salt and natural vanilla – that may seem like polar opposites at first. However, as they mingle throughout its wear, this scent has almost aquatic feel to it, making it an ideal go-to scent in warmer weather.

Sol de Janeiro SOL Cheirosa ’62

Inspired by the signature scent of the iconic Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, Sol de Janeiro’s SOL Cheirosa 62 is for those who want to smell like a snack all day long. With notes of pistachio, almond, vanilla and salted caramel, this warm and pleasant gourmand scent will be sure to have heads turning and mouths watering. Just make sure no one tries to take a bite of you when you wear it!

KAYALI Lovefest Burning Cherry

Over the past few years, cherry fragrances have become all the rage thanks to the iconic Lost Cherry by Tom Ford. If you’re searching for a similarly sultry cherry scent without breaking the bank, look no further than KAYLI’s Lovefest Burning Cherry. In addition to the cherry note, elements of palo santo, guaiac wood and Haitian vetiver adds a woody twist to an otherwise juicy, fruity scent, making it smoky and mysterious.

Imaginary Authors A City On Fire

For a truly unique fragrance experience, we recommend trying niche perfume brand Imaginary Author’s A City On Fire. The standout note in this scent is a burnt match. Although it is definitely an interesting choice to add this to a perfume, the burnt match aroma adds a smokiness to an otherwise woody and spicy scent. Once you wear this – whether on a first date, going to a fancy gala, or an evening out with friends – you will certainly leave a lasting impression.