Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of Allure editors and brands Save Story Save this story Save Story Save this story The best fruity perfumes make every day feel a whole lot brighter. Think of how joyful you feel when you bite into a ripe summer peach or sweet, sun-warmed red strawberry—then imagine feeling that way every time you spritz! It’s no wonder each summer has been given a catchy, aesthetic name like “cherry girl” or “strawberry girl.” Everyone wants a bite (or in this case, a whiff) of that flirty, fruity energy, especially when the weather warms up.
TL;DR: If you're a die-hard floral lover, our top fruity perfume pick is Jo Malone London's English Pear & Freesia Eau de Parfum . For those who prefer a comforting, skin-like scent, we can't get enough of Miu Miu's coconut milk–infused Fleur de Lait Eau de Parfum . Looking for a juicy, peak-fruit-forward EDP? It's in the name of Henry Rose's Ripe Eau de Parfum , which stars lychee and watermelon sorbet.
What is the difference between fruity, citrus, and gourmand fragrances? How do you make fruity perfume last all day? How we test and review products Our staff and testers Though the best fruity fragrances smell good enough to eat, we don’t recommend it; head to your local farmers market for that. Ahead, we rounded up—or is it harvested?—some of the best fruit scents around.
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Allure social media director Kassidy Silva applying the Jo Malone London English Pear & Freesia Eau de Parfum
Why it's worth it: Jo Malone London’s ever-popular English Pear & Freesia actually smells like sunshine—the fancy kind you’d soak up in the garden of a Cotswolds estate, that is. Juicy pear and elegant freesia are a dreamy duo, with the white florals accentuating the sweet creaminess of the fruit. Rose and patchouli add depth without overpowering the main notes. English Pear & Freesia is a sophisticated fruit fragrance, perfect for everyday wear and definitely office-appropriate .
Tester feedback from social media director Kassidy Silva
“For over a decade, Jo Malone's English Pear & Freesia has marked the beginning of spring in my fragrance rotation. The blend of rich golden Williams pear mixed with the lightness of white freesia makes me feel like I'm back in the countryside on a spring day, all while being surrounded by the concrete and skyscrapers of Manhattan. I've been through so many bottles of this fruity floral that I've lost track, along with the load of compliments I've received over the years with this cologne.” —Kassidy Silva, social media director
Key notes: pear, freesia, rose, patchouli Sizes: 0.3 oz, 1 oz, 1.7 oz, 3.4 oz Best Tropical: Miu Miu Fleur de Lait Eau de Parfum Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Miu Miu
Allure beauty director Sarah Kinonen applying the Miu Miu Fleur de Lait Eau de Parfum
Why it's worth it: Not all fruity fragrances have to smell crisp and green or sweet and juicy! Miu Miu’s Fleur de Lait is a creamy, delicious swirl of smooth mango, osmanthus (which smells like apricots), and a generous splash of rich coconut milk . The latter is what makes Fleur de Lait feel especially skin-like, rather than overpowering. One spritz and you’re transported to a tropical destination—no plans, no worries, just good times.
Tester feedback from beauty director Sarah Kinonen
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