Top 10 Women's Perfumes of All Time (Fragrantica Community Awards)
These are the 10 most-voted women's perfumes of all time, according to the Fragrantica 2025 Community Awards ("Best Women's Fragrance of All Time"). 7 of them are in our shop, as original decants and full bottles, so you can try a legend in a small size before you spend on a full bottle.
No. 1
Hypnotic Poison
Dior · 1998
Bitter almond, jasmine and vanilla. Dark, creamy and hypnotic: one of the most loved gourmands ever made.
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No. 2
Shalimar Eau de Parfum
Guerlain · 1990
Bergamot, iris, incense and vanilla. A true legend of perfumery: warm, powdery and timeless.
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No. 3
Coco Mademoiselle
Chanel · 2001
Orange and rose over patchouli and white musk. Fresh, elegant and polished, from morning meetings to dinner.
- Best for: Daily, date night
- Season: All year
- Lasts: 8 to 10 hours
- Notes: orange, mandarin orange, turkish rose, patchouli, white musk
No. 4
Mon Guerlain
Guerlain · 2017
Lavender and iris wrapped in soft Tahitian vanilla. Comforting, feminine and easy to wear all year.
- Best for: Daily, date night
- Season: All year
- Lasts: 7 to 9 hours
- Notes: lavender, bergamot, iris, tahitian vanilla, coumarin
No. 5
Alien
Mugler · 2005
Radiant jasmine over amber and white woods. Bold, glowing and famous for lasting all day.
- Best for: Evening, date night
- Season: All year
- Lasts: 9 to 12 hours
- Notes: jasmine, cashmeran, amber, white woods
No. 6
Delina
Parfums de Marly · 2017
Lychee and rhubarb over Turkish rose and musk. A sparkling, modern rose that turns heads.
- Best for: Daily, date night
- Season: Spring, autumn
- Lasts: 8 to 10 hours
- Notes: litchi, rhubarb, turkish rose, cashmeran, incense
No. 7
Dior Addict
Dior · 2002
Mandarin leaf, jasmine and deep vanilla. Sensual and addictive, a classic evening scent.
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No. 8
Libre Le Parfum
Yves Saint Laurent · 2022
Orange blossom, lavender and warm vanilla amber. The richest Libre: luxurious, warm and long-lasting.
- Best for: Evening, date night
- Season: Autumn, winter
- Lasts: 9 to 12 hours
- Notes: bergamot, orange blossom, jasmine, tuberose, amber
No. 9
L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge
Givenchy · 2021
Red berries, warm spices and white flowers. A spicy, daring take on L'Interdit for evenings out.
- Best for: Evening, date night
- Season: Autumn, winter
- Lasts: 7 to 9 hours
- Notes: red berries, amber, floral notes, spices
No. 10
Portrait of a Lady
Frederic Malle · 2010
Huge Turkish rose with clove, patchouli and incense. Dramatic, rich niche perfume for special occasions.
- Best for: Evening, special occasions
- Season: Autumn, winter
- Lasts: 10 to 12 hours
- Notes: rose, clove, patchouli, musk, benzoin
How to pick from this list
- For daily wear and the office: Coco Mademoiselle or Mon Guerlain.
- For evenings and weddings: Alien, Libre Le Parfum, L'Interdit Rouge or Portrait of a Lady.
- For a modern rose: Delina.
- Not sure? Order three 2ml decants, wear each for a day, then buy the one you love in a bigger size.
Questions people ask
What is the best women's perfume of all time?
In the Fragrantica 2025 Community Awards, Dior Hypnotic Poison received the most votes for Best Women's Fragrance of All Time, followed by Guerlain Shalimar and Chanel Coco Mademoiselle.
Which of these perfumes is best for daily wear?
Coco Mademoiselle and Mon Guerlain are the easiest to wear every day. Alien, Libre Le Parfum and Portrait of a Lady are stronger and better for evenings and special occasions.
Can I buy these perfumes as decants in Pakistan?
The Scent Library sells original decants of seven perfumes on this list, from 2ml to 15ml, with cash on delivery across Pakistan. Message us on WhatsApp to ask about the others.