Looking for another excuse to expand your fragrance collection? Here's one: British luxury fragrance brand Molton Brown has a line of unique and sophisticated perfumes that you'll want to get your hands on, asap.
The brand was founded in 1971 and has since established a reputation for itself as one of the premiere British makers of fragrance. However with that said, the brand is, in my opinion, still hugely underrated. It often gets overlooked for the more obvious classic fragrance houses and high street names, which is a shame, because these perfumes are every bit as luxurious, and the blends are complex and interesting enough to guarantee you won't smell like anybody else in the room.
When I myself wear my favourite Molton Brown scent, Heavenly Gingerlily, it never fails to draw in compliments from those around me—especially when I use the matching body lotion and hand cream. Each Molton Brown scent has a corresponding line of bodycare and home fragrance products to sit alongside it, so you can enhance the scent of your eau de parfum or eau de toilette with some effortless fragrance layering.
For a perfume novice, Molton Brown is the perfect entry into the brilliant (and often complex) world of luxury fragrances that, while at a higher price point, offer the wearer an olfactory experience like no other. And for those who consider themselves a connoisseur of scent already, the brand offers a host of underrated and innovative fragrances that you've probably never heard of.
Keep reading to find out which of Molton Brown's iconic scents should be on your radar.
The Best Molton Brown Perfumes:
Key notes: Marine notes, jasmine, bergamot, cypress, and smoky leather
One of Molton Brown's bestselling fragrances, Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel blends notes of fresh fig leaves, ginger, cypress, jasmine, leather, and musk for a fresh and opulent, ocean-inspired scent.
Key notes: Pink pepper, lily of the valley, osmanthus, patchouli, and cedarwood
This complex yet delicately balanced eau de parfum combines spicy pink pepper with deep base notes of warm patchouli and cedarwood that will take you on a unique aromatic journey.
Key notes: Jasmine, cassis, sweet raspberry leaf, davana, and labdanum
Inspired by the multifaceted qualities of jasmine, this fragrance boasts blooming notes of cassis and sweet raspberry leaf enhanced by a splash of oriental rose, making this one my top pick for evening wear.
Key notes: Bergamot, amber, tonka absolute, and mineral ambroxan
This flirty fragrance mixes bold notes of bergamot, amber, and fresh mineral ambroxan for an altogether warm and familiar fragrance that will keep whoever crosses your path wondering if they've ever made your acquaintance.
Key notes: Ylang-ylang, bitter almond, neroli, sandalwood, and musk
My perfume of choice for a trip to the tropical islands of my dreams; Flora Luminare is the perfect mix of beachy and floral with bright florals and earthy musk.
Key notes: Cypriol, cedar leaves, saffron, vanilla, and patchouli
I'm obsessed with how earthy and mysterious this fragrance is—thanks to a blend of unexpected woodsy notes like cedar leaves, sweet vanilla, and patchouli for a hint of warmth.
Key notes: Lychee, peony, raspberry, rhubarb, and cedarwood
My number one pick for a fragrance that smells exactly like bright summer days, this fragrance mixes the sweetness of juicy berries with a bouquet of bright florals and rich cedarwood.
Key notes: Milk, benzoin, elemi, and musk
Embrace your cosy side with Molton Brown's Milk Musk, a scent that blends the comforting notes of milk, benzoin, elemi, and soft musk for a perfume that smells like wrapping up in your favorite cashmere blanket.
With Rose Dunes' floral and spicy notes featuring spicy saffron, patchouli, oud accord and, of course, velvety rose, this fragrance is all the splendour and romance of Valentine's Day in a bottle.
Key notes: Saffron, black tea, oud, olibanum resin, and vanilla
Molton Brown's Mesmerizing Oudh Accord smells just like it sounds: a powerful blend of rich saffron, black tea, and spices that transports you to the mysteriously comforting woods.
Key notes: Ginger, cardamom, tuberose, lily, and cedarwood
With its mix of elegant florals (tuberose and lily) accented by fresh ginger and cardamom against of cosy base of cedarwood and sweet vanilla, it's no mystery why this eau de parfum is a crowd favorite.
Key notes: Orris absolute, mandarin, suede accord, and vanilla
If you're partial to more floral, powdery fragrances, Suede Orris mixes notes of sparkling mandarin, suede, orris, and smooth vanilla as an ode to the orris-scented gloves worn by Italian noblewomen.
Key notes: Bitter orange, orange blossom, ylang-ylang, petitgrain, and musk
Molton Brown's celebration of joy and energy, this eau de parfum blooms with a bright blend of florals, tangy citrus, and undeniably smooth, warm musk that'll make you want to keep wearing it 24/7.
Key notes: Tobacco, nutmeg, ginger, and Peruvian balsam
The brand's best-selling, enigmatic eau de parfum is a robust and woody fragrance that combines notes of smoky tobacco, sensual Peruvian balsam, savory ginger, and nutmeg.
Key notes: Pear, lily of the valley, magnolia, white tea, and sandalwood
And lastly, a crowdpleasing fragrance from Molton Brown, a fabulously floral scent featuring sweet magnolia, lily of the valley, warm sandalwood, and juicy pear for an uplifting and sweet finish.
Shop Molton Brown's Home & Bodycare Bestsellers:
Smelling and looking good, this elegant reed diffuser will scent your space with a heady aroma of orange, neroli, and musk.
How many times have you wished that your favourite perfume was available in candle form? Well, now it is. This bright blend of rhubarb and rose is perfect for spring and summer.
Oud and gold are two fragrance notes which scream luxury—especially when combined in this richly moisturising body lotion. Apply as a base to the corresponding eau de parfum to enhance its scent.
I can't think of anything more appropriate for a long bath or refreshing shower than this marine-inspired scent. It's aromatic, fresh, and lingers on skin long after use.
Crisp, fresh, and invigorating—spicy black pepper, herby coriander, and earthy vetiver are the perfect notes for a deodorant.
This post was originally published on Who What Wear US and has since been updated.
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