Most fragrances are marketed specifically to either men or women, which often prevents people from trying perfumes they may potentially love for fear of breaking gender norms. Perhaps you are a woman who doesn't like powdery florals or other classic "feminine" scents. Or a man who doesn't like traditional wood, leather or other typically "masculine" scents. Fragrance is such a personal thing. What smells good to you (or on you) differs greatly from one person to the next.
If you're looking for your next signature scent, there are many gender-neutral scents out there that smell amazing on everyone. These androgynous fragrances are typically clean, fresh and inspired by natural scents that appeal to just about everyone. Read on for some of our favorite unisex perfumes and fragrances.
This crisp unisex perfume is the perfect blend of citrus and woods — perfect for anyone who loves the outdoors. You'll notice lemon and bergamot upon the first spritz, but you'll be pleasantly surprised as atlas cedarwood becomes the front-runner. A sweet and earthy combo of white amber, jasmine, apricot and vetiver round out the scent and give it incredible staying power and complexity.
It's no wonder this clean, aquatic scent is loved by many. Like an uplifting stroll in the rain, this unisex perfume strikes a chord with both men and women. It starts out with fresh citrus and dewy, green notes (thanks to bergamot and lemon verbena) and as it dries down, notes of lotus blossom, water musk and cedarwood become more predominant. You can't help but feel happy when you smell it and it'll quickly become a go-to scent.
Not for the faint of heart, this fragrance will surprise you with its unexpected, sophisticated, yet youthful scent. Fans of Coke or Pepsi, you'll instantly notice the cola notes (think cinnamon, lime and nutmeg). Cedarwood is the base, which becomes more prevalent over time and softens the sweetness. The end result is a spicy-citrusy-woodsy blend that you'll definitely want to smell on yourself and your S.O.
This fragrance, originally designed for men, is one of the most irresistible, gender-neutral scents that many women have either discovered by accident or by word of mouth. The unique, basket-woven bottle houses the citrus-forward fragrance that starts off with tangelo, mandarin, orange blossom and clementine. Over time, you start to get more herbal notes, like ginger, thyme, marjoram and lavadin, mingling with just the right amount of woods. It's bright, clean and carefree.
