12 Spring Perfumes When You Don’t Want To Smell Like Flowers

If floral perfumes aren’t your thing, you’re not short of options. Warmer weather may call for something lighter, but that doesn’t mean veering into sickly sweet, overtly perfumed or traditionally feminine territory. Instead, catch a whiff of sharp citrus, creamy (but never cloying) vanilla, clean musks and the subtle freshness of just-washed linen.



Among the standout examples of non-floral spring scents is Maison Margiela’s Under The Lemon Trees Eau Fraiche, a citrusy spritz that evokes golden hour on holiday. Then there is Byredo’s Open Sky, which pairs grapefruit with smoky black tea for something that feels modern, quietly distinctive and crisp. And yes, Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue is back in favour. The Noughties cult fragrance has had a subtle technical upgrade, now boasting a longer-lasting formula, meaning its zingy lemon and aromatic rosemary last far longer on the skin.

Scroll on for our edit of 12 popular non-floral spring perfumes to wear now.