The traditional beauty industry has generally segregated fragrances as masculine and feminine. Families like floral and fruity have long been associated with feminine scents, whereas masculine scents lie in the oriental and woody families. But with the evolving of time, the gender norms partitioning fragrances are now blurring.
Scents are an experience and need to be genderless. The fragrance industry recently started embracing unisex fragrances, even though the first gender-neutral fragrance – CK One, was launched almost 3 decades ago. In recent times, the brand Boy Smells has been making waves in the world of social media as well as the unisex fragrance market. They call their fragrances “genderful” since they embrace masculinity and femininity simultaneously.
Let’s throw some light on the concept of unisex fragrances! Unisex, or gender-neutral fragrances, do not specifically cater to a particular gender. These scents do not lean towards a particular fragrance family as was prevalent in the past to signify gender. Instead, unisex scents are an amalgam of art and personality, wherein your choice of fragrance defines your personality and not your gender. We, as consumers, are ready to leave behind gender-based fragrances and enjoy fragrances for their aroma, notes and persona. Fun fact: Approximately 60% of men’s fragrances are purchased by women.
Ready to dive into the ocean of unisex scents? Here are some unisex fragrances to add to your stash:
1. Salvatore Ferragamo Oceani Di Seta Eau De Parfum
This fragrance, laced with notes of sea salt, magnolia petals, and heliotrope, is set to create a calm and fresh aura around you. Even though it belongs to the floral family, it delivers a dual dose of sweet and spicy scents.
2. Dsquared2 2 Wood Eau De Toilette
This one is an impressive blend of woody and floral fragrance families. The combination of lemon, silver fir, musk, and amber will surely keep you on your toes.
3. Chopard Malaki Musk Eau De Parfum
If you are on a quest for a luxury unisex perfume, don’t look further since this Chopard pick gives a luxurious and refreshing experience to your senses. It’s a sensory experience of an ambery, woody fragrance showered with notes of musk, black pepper, cedar, and leather.
4. Valentino Voce Viva Eau De Parfum
This fragrance from the legendary fashion house provides an exceptional olfactory experience owing to its variety of notes. A floral fragrance enriched with notes of ginger and sandalwood, giving a hint of spicy and woody scents.
5. Clinique Happy Perfume Spray
Soothe your senses with fragrance notes of grapefruit, bergamot, Hawaiian wedding flower, and spring mimosa infused in the Clinique Happy Perfume Spray. This fragrance has the essence of both floral and fruity families, ideal for a relaxing self-care day.
6. Ajmal Amber Wood Eau De Parfum
Layered with the calmness of lavender, warmth of patchouli and cedarwood along with fiery white pepper and apple, this EDP is a beautiful fusion of fragrance families. Spritz your way to long-lasting freshness.
7. 4711 Acqua Colonia Blood Orange & Basil Eau De Cologne
Even with a simple composition, this fragrance doesn’t fail to impress. Enhanced with notes of blood orange and basil, along with a base of herbal notes that add freshness and charm to the perfume. Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind experience and unwind with a rejuvenating yet calming aroma.
