7 Best Almond Perfumes

Marc Jacobs Perfect Intense Review

To determine the best almond perfume, we focused on almond-centric fragrances as well as almond-themed scents. We rate this floral almond formulation the best almond perfume. Here’s why.

Perfect Intense is a rich, uplifting scent that encourages wearers to be authentic. It holds a strong attraction for women, given that it embodies self-love, a term they understand perfectly, as it calls on them to embrace their individuality. 

Perfect Intense opens with unapologetic boldness. Bright daffodil (narcissus) notes leap forth with the first spray, accentuated by night-blooming jasmine. Not long after, roasted almonds ease in, their golden essence followed closely by sandalwood notes at the base. The drydown is a creamy, warm embrace, and the scent lasts for hours. 

Perfumer Domitille Michalon Bertier succeeded in creating an irresistible concoction that’s truly indulgent. Rich, refined, and alluring, Perfect Intense is the ultimate fragrance for unabashed self-expression. It’s simple yet full of texture, confident yet playful. Overall, it makes a woman feel her best. In a word, perfect.

Gucci Mémoire D’une Odeur Review

Gucci Mémoire d’une Odeur is an almond fragrance with a long-lasting formulation for day-long freshness. And like all Gucci products, it’s a quality product underlined by supreme craftsmanship. 

Scent and memory are closely intertwined. In this gender-neutral fragrance, celebrated perfumer Alberto Morillas was driven by the desire to craft a perfume unbound by time. One that would evoke precious memories. The result was an incredibly smelling scent and a new fragrance classification – mineral aromatic. (For a detailed guide into scent and its importance in daily life, check out this post: The Importance of Scent).

This scent boasts atypical components headlined by chamomile, a familiar childhood scent with an aromatic, green profile. Surrounding chamomile is soothing bitter almond, Indian jasmine petals for a tender, yet sensual touch, musk, and, finally, warm woods for depth.

Blending almond with vanilla creates one irresistible fragrance, and Gucci Mémoire d’une Odeur is no exception. Though not a monstrous performer, the exciting elixir fuses scents and emotions in a unique and softly attractive stance. For the best performance, wear the EDP during spring and summer. 

A transparent green vintage flacon featuring grooved columns and a golden cap holds this perfume. Both the Gucci logo and fragrance name are visible on the gold-edged label

Dior Hypnotic Poison Review

A list containing perfumes with almond notes would be incomplete without Christian Dior’s popular classic, Hypnotic Poison. Introduced in 1998, the unconventional composition is an interplay between intoxicating bitter almonds, creamy jasmine Sambac, and sensuous vanilla resulting in an intriguing and compelling fragrance.

Hypnotic Poison unfurls with apricot, plum, and coconut, then plunges into a floral heart paired with Brazillian rosewood. Anchoring these layers is a base with almond, vanilla, sandalwood, and musk. Overall, the perfume presents a delicious harmony that’s undeniably captivating.

This is an enduring perfume with a longevity of around 9 hours. An all-time favorite, Hypnotic Poison is as remarkable today as it was in the 90s and suits bold women who want to make a statement. 

Quick Note: Apart from almonds, bitter almonds can also be obtained from apricots, peaches, and prunes.

Cinéma By Yves Saint Laurent Review

Tasteful and classy, YSL’s Cinéma evokes the elegance and self-assured sophistication of Holywood beauties. The seductive fragrance is built around almond, sweet clementine, amber, and vanilla, with almond playing a supporting role.

In this perfume, a soft, fresh opening welcomes you as rich, nutty almond lurks beneath the surface. Soon a rich bouquet of florals enters the scene, while the last act features warm, opulent, and musky notes teamed with powdery amber vanilla for a gorgeous drydown.

This vanilla almond perfume smells sublime and exudes a sensual femininity that best suits special occasions. 

Cinéma Eau de Pafum was conceived by Jacques Cavallier. The perfume launched in 2004 and comes encased in a glowing crystal flacon capped with a golden stopper. Truly cinematic!

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noir Review

Perfumer Thierry Wasser presented La Petite Robe Noir as a must-have “invisible dress” embodying Parisian chic. A fresh and powdery amber vanilla fragrance, it comprises notes of almond, berries, rose, licorice, citrus, iris, and patchouli.

The delicious composition starts off with sparkly cherry bolstered by red berries, nutty almonds, and bergamot. Next comes a prominent rose and licorice, accentuated by black tea. Meanwhile, the foundation lays the stage for the final seduction featuring Tonka, vanilla, aniseed, musk, and patchouli. 

This powerful, multi-faceted perfume smells fantastic. While it opens rather strongly, it unfolds gradually, transforming into a sweet scent and leaving behind an elegant trail. Wear it for date nights, dinners, and other special occasions over fall or winter.

Everything about this fragrance screams understated luxury. Petite Robe Noir comes in a delicate, pink-hued crystalline vial-like flacon with a little black dress imprinted on the front. It is classy and chic.

Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina Eleganza Review

Salvatore Ferragamo fragrances are characterized by grace, elegance, and refinement. Presented as an ode to “feminine grace and seduction,” this chypre floral fragrance features a sweet, nutty, and powdery aroma. 

Signorina Eleganza perfume welcomes you with fresh pear and grapefruit accords in a bright and stimulating opening. At the core, almond powder pairs with delicate osmanthus petals, resulting in an intensely indulgent fragrance. As it dries down, earthy patchouli and white leather ease into the mix, leaving a luscious lingering trail in their wake.

Sophie Labbe concocted this luxurious composition for the fearless, urban woman with impeccable taste. The almond-scented perfume smells gorgeous and will make you feel elegant and seductive. It lasts long, and the sillage is above average, yet it is not overpowering. Moreover, the perfume makes for a spectacular signature scent due to its immaculate blending and distinctive style.

Signorina Eleganza comes in an eye-catching nude/beige flacon that oozes refined charm. Engraved into the flacon in gold is the Eleganza logo adding an aura of finesse to the magnificent receptacle. Also, it has an atomizer that releases a soft, ultra-fine mist giving your fragrance an extended shelf-life.

Demeter Almond Fragrance Review

The last of the perfumes with almond notes is Demeter’s Almond Fragrance. The perfume embodies the fullness of lightly toasted, sweet California almonds and caters to both women and men.

Demeter Almond Fragrance features a single note, almond. Consequently, the almond scent is highly pronounced, there being no competing ingredients. It smells natural and ultra-sweet. Indeed, the fragrance is reminiscent of almond extract, almond cookies, or marzipan.

Almond Fragrance projects softly, settling into an intimate skin scent. It delivers moderate staying power (around 4 hours), but given its low price point, you can apply liberally and even re-apply when necessary.  

You can wear Demeter Almond Fragrance on its own or layer it with another almond fragrance for a richer, nuttier, more mouth-watering almond flavor.

Demeter fragrances are eco-friendly, affordable, and easy to wear. This almond bomb comes in a compact-sized bottle (30ml or 1 ounce), making it super easy to reapply on the go or carry with you wherever you go.