Allow me to start by saying that you don’t need any external validation on your perfume choices. Adore a spicy floral? Please, spritz away. Go feral for sticky-sweet gourmands? Be my guest! Your signature scent should be, well, signature—completely unique to you and your perfume preferences—but that doesn’t mean a “Wow, you smell so good” compliment ever goes unnoticed. Consider it the cherry on top of your scent sundae—not a foundational component by any means, but one that does make the overall dish taste a tad sweeter.
Who What Wear beauty editors have a special knack for collecting these compliments like Pokemon cards (we’re fragrance-obsessed; it’s kind of our thing), so I asked them to share the standout blends that legitimately stop people in their tracks. From dates to dog-walkers to strangers at bars, people can’t help but praise these 13 perfumes.
The Most Complimented Perfumes, At a Glance
WWW Editors’ Most Complimented Perfumes of All Time
Best Fruity: Phlur Mood Ring Eau De Parfum
Phlur
Mood Ring Eau De Parfum
Best Gourmand: Henry Rose Dave Eau De Parfum
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We focus on formulas that deliver, whether they’re affordable favorites or luxury investments. Our product selection is based on tangible results, ingredient know-how, and what we’d truly recommend to our closest friends and family members.
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