7 Fresh Fragrances That Are Proof Spring Has Sprung

Mar. 15, 2025

The Best New Fragrances for Spring 2025.Photo:Brian Henn

Brian Henn

Ah, spring. The days are longer and the temps are warmer. So while you’re swapping your winter puffer for a colorful trench, it’s the perfect time to go for a lighter vibe when it comes to scents as well.Luckily we spritzed and whiffed several new scents to find the seven best new florals, gourmands and even a second-skin scent that enhances your natural aroma. From Moroccanoil’s debut scent to Maison Francis Kurkdjian latest playful perfume, there’s something in the air for everyone.

Ah, spring. The days are longer and the temps are warmer. So while you’re swapping your winter puffer for a colorful trench, it’s the perfect time to go for a lighter vibe when it comes to scents as well.

Luckily we spritzed and whiffed several new scents to find the seven best new florals, gourmands and even a second-skin scent that enhances your natural aroma. From Moroccanoil’s debut scent to Maison Francis Kurkdjian latest playful perfume, there’s something in the air for everyone.

01of 07Skylar Nude SkinSkylar Nude Skin Eau De Parfum.SkylarSecond skin fragrances — which meld with your scent to enhance your unique aroma — are everywhere right now, but we can’t stop spritzing this comforting one from Skylar. It’s a smidge sweet thanks to fruity notes, a tad familiar thanks to vanilla, golden amber and cedarwood and altogether lovely.Buy It!Skylar Nude Skin Eau De Parfum, $90 (for 50ml);sephora.com

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Skylar Nude Skin

Skylar Nude Skin Eau De Parfum.Skylar

Skylar

Second skin fragrances — which meld with your scent to enhance your unique aroma — are everywhere right now, but we can’t stop spritzing this comforting one from Skylar. It’s a smidge sweet thanks to fruity notes, a tad familiar thanks to vanilla, golden amber and cedarwood and altogether lovely.

Buy It!Skylar Nude Skin Eau De Parfum, $90 (for 50ml);sephora.com

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Henry Rose Dave

Henry Rose Dave Eau de Parfum.Henry Rose

Henry Rose

Buy It!Henry Rose Dave Eau de Parfum, $120 (for 50 ml);henryrose.com

03of 07Moroccanoil L’OriginaleMoroccanoil L’Originale Eau de Parfum.MoroccanoilAs soon as Moroccanoil came on the scene with its now iconic argan oil-infused treatment, it not only changed the haircare game, the aroma (which the brand dubbed Fragrance Originale) also caused a stir, with fans eventually demanding the brand create a standalone scent. That day has come with the debut of this fine fragrance, which translates its signature warm, sweet and slightly spicy notes into a luxurious perfume.Buy It!Moroccanoil L’Originale Eau de Parfum, $130 (for 100 ml);sephora.com

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Moroccanoil L’Originale

Moroccanoil L’Originale Eau de Parfum.Moroccanoil

Moroccanoil

As soon as Moroccanoil came on the scene with its now iconic argan oil-infused treatment, it not only changed the haircare game, the aroma (which the brand dubbed Fragrance Originale) also caused a stir, with fans eventually demanding the brand create a standalone scent. That day has come with the debut of this fine fragrance, which translates its signature warm, sweet and slightly spicy notes into a luxurious perfume.

Buy It!Moroccanoil L’Originale Eau de Parfum, $130 (for 100 ml);sephora.com

04of 07Octavia Morgan Midnight OrchidOctavia Morgan Midnight Orchid Eau de Parfum.Octavia Morgan Los AngelesWhen Octavia Morgan entered into Ulta in February the retailer’s first Black and woman-owned prestige fragrance brand marked the milestone moment with this new scent. It says Midnight Orchard’s notes of peach, apricot, Szechuan pepper, vanilla, sandalwood and musk capture “the essence of nature at dusk” but the sparkling, almost celebratory aroma is now our go to for major occasions.Buy It!Octavia Morgan Midnight Orchid Eau de Parfum, $150 (for 50 ml);ulta.com

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Octavia Morgan Midnight Orchid

Octavia Morgan Midnight Orchid Eau de Parfum.Octavia Morgan Los Angeles

Octavia Morgan Los Angeles

When Octavia Morgan entered into Ulta in February the retailer’s first Black and woman-owned prestige fragrance brand marked the milestone moment with this new scent. It says Midnight Orchard’s notes of peach, apricot, Szechuan pepper, vanilla, sandalwood and musk capture “the essence of nature at dusk” but the sparkling, almost celebratory aroma is now our go to for major occasions.

Buy It!Octavia Morgan Midnight Orchid Eau de Parfum, $150 (for 50 ml);ulta.com

05of 07D.S. & Durga Brown FlowersD.S. & Durga Brown Flowers Eau de Parfum.D.S. & DurgaWhile some fragrance names leave little to the imagination, D.S. & Durga’s creations (Debaser, Radio Bombay, and the list goes on) inspire wonder. Its latest, Brown Flowers, has an eccentric collection of notes (Queen Anne’s lace! Roots!) and, along with its name, a one-of-a-kind vibe the brand’s self-taught perfumerDavid Moltzdescribes as a “heady 70s floral updated for modern tastes.”Buy It!D.S. & Durga Brown Flowers Eau de Parfum, $210 (for 50ml);dsanddurga.com

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D.S. & Durga Brown Flowers

D.S. & Durga Brown Flowers Eau de Parfum.D.S. & Durga

D.S. & Durga

While some fragrance names leave little to the imagination, D.S. & Durga’s creations (Debaser, Radio Bombay, and the list goes on) inspire wonder. Its latest, Brown Flowers, has an eccentric collection of notes (Queen Anne’s lace! Roots!) and, along with its name, a one-of-a-kind vibe the brand’s self-taught perfumerDavid Moltzdescribes as a “heady 70s floral updated for modern tastes.”

Buy It!D.S. & Durga Brown Flowers Eau de Parfum, $210 (for 50ml);dsanddurga.com

06of 07Maison Francis Kurkdjian KurkyMaison Francis Kurkdjian Kurky Eau de Parfum.Maison Francis KurkdjianThere are master perfumers and then there’s Francis Kurkdjian, who has created some of the top-selling and most-coveted fragrances in the world, among them the iconic Baccarat Rouge 540, which is proudly displayed on every beauty editor’s vanity. For Kurky (the perfurmer’s nickname), he pulled inspiration from precious moments during his childhood, such as when he received a box of sugared almonds the day of his baptism. It celebrates the inner child within all of us with tangy tutti-frutti notes (think peach and raspberry) plus rich and creamy musks.Buy It!Maison Francis Kurkdjian Kurky Eau de Parfum, $245 (for 70 ml);franciskurkdjian.com

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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Kurky

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Kurky Eau de Parfum.Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian

There are master perfumers and then there’s Francis Kurkdjian, who has created some of the top-selling and most-coveted fragrances in the world, among them the iconic Baccarat Rouge 540, which is proudly displayed on every beauty editor’s vanity. For Kurky (the perfurmer’s nickname), he pulled inspiration from precious moments during his childhood, such as when he received a box of sugared almonds the day of his baptism. It celebrates the inner child within all of us with tangy tutti-frutti notes (think peach and raspberry) plus rich and creamy musks.

Buy It!Maison Francis Kurkdjian Kurky Eau de Parfum, $245 (for 70 ml);franciskurkdjian.com

07of 07Jil Sander CoffeaJil Sander Olfactory Series 1 Coffea Eau de Parfum.Jil SanderFashion brand Jil Sander is back in the fragrance chat with Olfactory Series 1, a collection of six unisex aromas with on the nose names for each one’s standout note. The assortment includes Black Tea, Earth, Leaf, Miel, Smoke and our favorite, Coffea (shown) which blends the energizing aroma of freshly-brewed ground beans with powdery orris and sensual Peru Balsam. The aroma smells as good as it feels to drink a cup of coffee outside at daybreak, if not better.Buy It!Jil Sander Olfactory Series 1 Coffea Eau de Parfum, $290 (for 100 ml);jilsander.com

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Jil Sander Coffea

Jil Sander Olfactory Series 1 Coffea Eau de Parfum.Jil Sander

Jil Sander

Fashion brand Jil Sander is back in the fragrance chat with Olfactory Series 1, a collection of six unisex aromas with on the nose names for each one’s standout note. The assortment includes Black Tea, Earth, Leaf, Miel, Smoke and our favorite, Coffea (shown) which blends the energizing aroma of freshly-brewed ground beans with powdery orris and sensual Peru Balsam. The aroma smells as good as it feels to drink a cup of coffee outside at daybreak, if not better.

Buy It!Jil Sander Olfactory Series 1 Coffea Eau de Parfum, $290 (for 100 ml);jilsander.com

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