15 best unisex perfumes to try in 2025

Unisex perfumes break the gender barrier in perfumery and are preferred by many over gender-specific fragrances. These scents balance the extremes offered by gender-based fragrances. Whether it's for layering or standalone use, unisex perfumes offer a liberating choice for fragrance enthusiasts. Hence, we have curated a list of the 15 best unisex perfumes to try in 2025.

1) Tom Ford Lost Cherry

Tom Ford's Lost Cherry Eau de Parfum encapsulates the essence of ripe cherries dipped in liqueur with a playful touch of bitter almond. The fragrance evolves from sweet to tart, layered with Turkish rose and jasmine sambac for depth, then transitions into a rich blend of sandalwood, cedar, and Peru balsam. The perfume is available in four sizes on its website and ranges from $85 to $615.

2) Victoria Beckham Beauty 21:50 Rêverie Eau de Parfum

Victoria Beckham's 21:50 Rêverie Eau de Parfum is an olfactory embodiment of dusk, opening with the sharp, spicy note of tobacco leaves. It soon blooms into a trace of plum and ends with the base notes of vanilla, tonka beans, and cedarwood. Available in two sizes, the 50 ml costs $200, whereas the 100 ml pack comes for $290 on the official website.

3) Tiziana Terenzi Kirke

Tiziana Terenzi's Kirke is a captivating blend of sweet fruits like passionfruit, peach, and pear, enlivened by raspberry and cassis. Its heart note of lily-of-the-valley adds a floral touch, while the base of musk, patchouli, and sandalwood creates a warm, sensual finish. Presented in a luxurious black and gold bottle, 100 ml of Kirke comes at a price of approximately $220.

4) Hermès Terre d'Hermès

Hermès Terre d'Hermès Parfum is a woody chypre scent. It opens with vibrant grapefruit and moves further with a middle note of cedar. The base reveals shiso for a deep and warm finish. A sleek, iconic bottle with an orange 'H' at the base encases the scent. The official Hermes website lists the 2.54 oz bottle at $165 and the 6.76 oz pack at $258.

5) Gucci Mémoire d'une Odeur

Gucci Mémoire d'une Odeur is a unique unisex fragrance that evokes memories with its mineral aromatic profile. It opens with Roman chamomile, blending into Indian coral jasmine and musk. The base notes of sandalwood and cedar provide warmth. Housed in a retro-inspired green bottle with a gold cap, the 3.3 fl oz pack is available for around $52 on Amazon.

6) Dior Dioriviera Eau de Parfum

Dior Dioriviera Eau de Parfum captures the sunlit essence of the French Riviera with its blend of fig and rose. The fragrance opens with a fresh, green fig note harmoniously paired with the delicate May rose. Its base offers a warm, woody depth. The bottle reflects the Mediterranean with its soft green hue and honeyed reflections. Available in three different sizes on the website, its price ranges from $165 to $450.

7) Calvin Klein CK One

Calvin Klein CK One is the quintessential fresh, unisex fragrance that broke the mold in 1994. It melds bergamot, cardamom, pineapple, and papaya for an invigorating opening, followed by a heart of jasmine, nutmeg, and rose. The base of musk and amber keeps it subtle yet enduring. The iconic transparent bottle symbolizes its straightforward, gender-neutral appeal. The perfume is listed for the price of $75 to $89 on the website.

8) Montale Black Aoud

Montale Black Aoud is a rich, oriental fragrance where rose and oud intertwine. It opens with a burst of mandarin and rose, deepening into Cambodian oud and Indonesian patchouli. The base notes of musk lend a lasting, sensual warmth. Montale's signature aluminum bottle houses this 100ml Eau de Parfum, which retails for $180.

9) Byredo Bal d’Afrique

Byredo Bal d’Afrique is an ode to African culture, blending citrus top notes of bergamot, buchu, and African marigold. The heart reveals violet and cyclamen, while the base is vetiver and Moroccan cedarwood. The minimalist bottle design reflects simplicity and elegance. The listing price for this 50ml bottle is $225, while the price for a 100ml bottle is $320.

10) Initio Side Effect

Initio Side Effect is a bold, seductive fragrance that marries tobacco, rum, and cinnamon. This intoxicating blend starts with spicy cinnamon and rum, leading into a heart of tobacco and saffron. The base of sandalwood and hedione offers an olfactory treat. The matte black bottle mirrors its enigmatic scent. The 90ml bottle of the Side Effect costs $380 on its website.

11) Maison Margiela Replica Jazz Club

Maison Margiela's Replica Jazz Club invites you into an intimate jazz club atmosphere with its warm, spicy notes. It opens with pink pepper, lemon, and neroli accords. The heart and base notes, which include rum, clary sage oil, and java vetiver oil, evoke styrax, tobacco, and vanilla. This Eau de Toilette comes in an apothecary-style bottle. The price of this scent varies according to sizes and ranges from $35 to $165 on the website of Maison Margiela.

12) Tom Ford's Oud Minerale Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford's Oud Minerale Eau de Parfum harmonizes the warmth of oud with oceanic minerality. Fresh pink peppercorn initiates the fragrance, which then transitions into a marine accord with oud and styrax. Ambergris and fir balsam anchor the scent, balancing earthy and marine nuances. Packed in a bronze-colored flacon, this 100ml Eau de Parfum retails for $240.

13) No 02 L'air Du Désert Marocain

Tauer Perfumes' No. 02, L'Air du Désert Marocain, is an evocative scent that captures the essence of a Moroccan desert night. It begins with spicy coriander, cumin, and petitgrain, transitioning into a warm heart of rock rose and jasmine. The base notes of cedar, vetiver, and ambergris provide a dry, resinous finish. Priced at $130, this 50ml Eau de Toilette Intense comes in a deep blue bottle.

14) Parfums de Marly Althair Eau de Parfum

Parfums de Marly's Althair Eau de Parfum starts with spicy cinnamon and citrus notes like orange blossom and bergamot. The heart of bourbon vanilla and elemi offers sweetness, while the base of guaiacwood, ambrox, and musk adds depth and longevity. This perfume comes in exquisite amber packaging and is available in 75ml and 125ml sizes, priced at $260 and $365, respectively.

15) Maison Francis Kurkdjian Gentle Fluidity Eau de Parfum

Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Gentle Fluidity Gold Edition Eau de Parfum is a dual-identity scent that uses the same notes to create contrasting profiles. It opens with juniper berries and nutmeg, leading into a spicy coriander heart. The base note envelops with musky amber wood and vanilla, offering warmth and comfort. The flask-like bottle symbolizes its unique approach. The perfume costs between $155 and $475 on its website.