Genderless fragrances are getting popular. They usually don’t have obvious floral notes that make you smell too “feminine” nor have that obvious muskiness that men’s fragrances are often associated with.
Instead, they’re clean, chic, and just… smell good.
What’s more, if you and your partner has the same taste for genderless fragrances, you can share the same fragrance wardrobe – imagine how much more options you can now enjoy with the same budget!
Best genderless fragrances to have
Byredo Gypsy Water Eau de Parfum
One of the top genderless fragrance brands is the iconic Byredo.
An ode to the beauty to the beauty of Romani culture, its unique customs, intimate beliefs, and distinguished way of living, Gypsy Water will leave you in the wake of fresh citrus, woody pine needles, and rich vanilla.
Live your evocative, Gypsy dreams with this gender-fluid scent!
Byredo Gypsy Water Eau de Parfum retails for RM930.30 (50ml) at Zalora.
D by Diesel Eau de Toilette
Match this genderless fragrance with your favourite pair of jeans! Made for the bold Generation Z, this universally appealing scent evokes confidence and symbolises the desire of free minds to unite and leave their mark for a better future.
It invites us to give a strong impression with spicy ginger and aromatic lavender. Once the fragrance adapts to your skin, you’ll notice a warmer and more sensual facet of Bourbon vanilla.
D by Diesel Eau de Toilette (100ml) retails for RM345 at Sasa.
The Nue Co. Mind Energy
This fragrance supplement smells heavenly and offers increased focus. The Nue Co. features a plethora of products and fragrances that are based on holistic healing.
The spicy Mind Energy scent features a blend of sage, juniper, geranium, and pink peppercorn notes. All you need to do is to spray onto your pulse points and take a deep breath for clarity and a renewed mind!
The Nue Co. Mind Energy retails for ~RM725.34 (50ml) at Smallable.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum
Dubbed a “rich girl scent”, this TikTok-viral perfume is a must-have for your genderless fragrance stash.
In this exalted version of the signature scent, a unique oriental floral fragrance commands the senses; featuring notes of saffron, ambergris, Egyptian grandiflorum jasmine, and Moroccan bitter almond.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum (70ml) retails for RM2,600 at Zalora and RM865 at escentials.
Le Labo Santal 33 Eau de Parfum
Spicy, smokey, and sensual. Famously known for its unique genderless fragrances, Le Labo’s bestseller elegantly marries notes of iris, cardamom, violet accord, leather, cedarwood, and sandalwood.
This iconic and fiery scent lends an addictive sense of comfort that will leave anyone and everyone absolutely intoxicated.
Le Labo Santal 33 Eau de Parfum (50ml) retails for RM1,050 at Perfume Malaysia.
Aesop Eidesis Eau de Parfum
Designed for dreamers, visionaries, and pond-gazers, this beguiling fragrance will whisk you away into crafting your own narrative.
The scent opens with notes of petitgrain, black pepper, and frankincense that fade into cedar and cumin before finishing with base notes of cedar, vetiver, and sandalwood.
Imagine being engulfed in dry woods and damp earth — this Aesop perfume will make for a magical experience.
Aesop Eidesis Eau de Parfum (50ml) retails for RM715 at Aesop.
Diptyque L’Eau des Hespérides Eau de Toilette
If you’re an olfactory fanatic, you’ve surely heard of Diptyque or own a coveted bottle already.
The nose behind the L’Eau des Hespérides is perfumer Olivier Pescheux who was also responsible for cult favourite fragrances like the 1 Million and Kenzo Homme Eau De Parfum.
This Diptyque genderless fragrance will have you glow and strut the streets like a Greek god, goddess, and royal! Featuring a sparkling green freshness, this vivacious scent is dapper, edgy, and diabolically elegant.
Diptyque L’Eau des Hespérides Eau de Toilette retails for RM729 (100ml) at KENS Apothecary.
Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt
Amongst Jo Malone London‘s range of genderless fragrances emerge the earthy, spirited Wood Sage & Sea Salt cologne.
Think salty, fresh air by the shore, mineral scents of rugged cliffs, and the warmth of aromatic sage. This one’s for outdoor-loving personalities!
Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt retails for RM635 (100ml) at Jo Malone London boutiques.
NOTO Botanics Rooted Oil
The first of its kind in the Queer-owned brand’s Botanics line, the Rooted Oil is a moisture-rich scented oil that’s great for both the skin and hair.
With a mix of bergamot, cardamom, palo santo, and cedarwood notes, this uplifting fragrance gives a calming experience while healing you and removing toxins from your body.
NOTO Botanics Rooted Oil retails for RM272.38 at REVOLVE.
House of Bō El Sireno Parfum
Lauded as “a hypnotizing love potion from the deep blue sea”, this luxurious genderless fragrance will have you smelling like you just stepped out of The Little Mermaid‘s set.
This floral aquatic scent has hints of magnolia and banana paired with silky marine notes. Time to channel your inner gorgeous merman, mermaid, or merperson!
House of Bō El Sireno Parfum retails for RM1,684 at Goxip.
LOEWE Paulas Ibiza Eclectic Eau De Toilette
This exotic, genderless fragrance is floral, woody, and gourmand — definitely a great choice for the unapologetic.
It features night-blooming jasmine sambaclayer, Madagascan mandarin, black pepper, vanilla, coconut, ylang-ylang, and Australian sandalwood.
You’ll smell as fun and colourful as this EDT’s packaging!
LOEWE Paulas Ibiza Eclectic Eau De Toilette (50ml) retails for RM430 at LOEWE.
Eight & Bob The Original Eau de Parfum
Blended for the modern-day Parisian aristocrat, this perfume screams chic, sophistication, and professionalism.
It starts off with cardamom and pink pepper garnished with zesty lemon before introducing sweet and fruity notes of labdanum and violet leaves’ caress. Adding to its refined scent are undertones of amber, vetiver, and sandalwood.
Eight & Bob The Original Eau de Parfum retails for about RM946.40 at eightandbob.com.
W.Dressroom No.97 April Cotton
Hailing from Korea, this powdery, genderless fragrance can also be used as a home spray for rooms, cars, furniture, and more.
Its citrus musk features notes of lime, anise, clove, pear, and bergamot. Then, it travels to floral scents of rose, violet, and lily of the valley before ending off with amber, vanilla, honey, and sandalwood.
As a bonus, it’s so incredibly affordable that you can practically get one bottle for yourself and all your rooms!
W.Dressroom No.97 April Cotton (70ml) retails for RM13.90 instead of RM35 at Shopee and RM17.90 at Zalora.
Calvin Klein CK One Eau De Toilette Spray
You could say that the Calvin Klein One is a pioneering gender-neutral perfume since it’s formulated specifically to merge masculinity and femininity together.
Meant to be used lavishly and in abundance, this relaxed fragrance has clean and fresh notes of amber, green tea, pineapple, and bergamot.
It’s also known as an intimate fragrance, which means people will have to be situated near you to smell it.
Calvin Klein CK One Eau De Toilette Spray retails for RM379 (200ml) at Sephora and RM300 (100ml) at Zalora.
MALIN + GOETZ Strawberry Eau De Parfum
Contrary to its name and how strawberries are extremely sweet or sour, reviewers have raved about how this MALIN + GOETZ perfume smells like a garden and the scent of Earth.
This bright scent is fresh, tart, and inviting; stimulates the senses with a dynamic mixture of bergamot, pink pepper, orris root, and jasmine petals.
MALIN + GOETZ Strawberry Eau De Parfum (50ml) retails for RM469 at Sephora.
Ouai Dean Street Eau De Parfum
That’s right, popular hair care products brand Ouai does fragrances too! Inspired by the brand’s favourite street in London, this mood-boosting scent has fruity notes of lemon, apricot, mandarin, and grapefruit.
Its middle notes of rose, violet, muguet, and magnolia accentuate the perfume before it’s made complete with base notes of musk, amber, linden, and blossom.
Ouai Dean Street Eau De Parfum (50ml) retails for RM315 at Sephora.
Oribe Côte d’Azur Eau de Parfum
Another hair care brand that dishes out lovely fragrances, Oribe‘s Côte d’Azur is a top choice as a genderless fragrance for Summer.
The signature French Riviera-inspired scent was so popular that Oribe made the decision of bottling it as a perfume.
The Côte d’Azur epitomises the heat and glamour of the legendary destination with its notes of Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian orange, Aomori apples, tuberose, white butterfly jasmine, and sandalwood.
Oribe Côte d’Azur Eau de Parfum retails for RM622 at Neiman Marcus.
Louis Vuitton Le Jour Se Lève
If you’re in the market for a luxury genderless fragrance, look to the French luxury house’s subtly complex scent.
This optimistic fragrance illustrates the scenes of daybreak and the stimulating breaths of the early morning air. Its soft blend is made up of mandarin, bergamot, osmanthus, blackcurrant, jasmine sambac, magnolia petals, and musk.
Louis Vuitton Le Jour Se Lève retails for RM1,500 at Your Scent Station.
Maison 21G Perfume Creation
Take it up a notch and craft your very own unique, genderless fragrance! Choose two ingredient oils to mix into a 24ml perfume base that’s made from an alcohol and musk solution for maximum sillage.
Plus, there’s nothing better than feeling proud and empowered from making something bespoke for yourself!
Maison 21G Perfume Creation retails for about RM516.35 at shop.maison21g.
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