Editors’ Picks: Our 15 Favorite Wedding Fragrances

A collage of fragrances, featuring Tocca's Florence, Glossier You, and Ariana Grande's Cloud Pink — Design by Tiana Crispino

When you're attending a special event, there's no better way to complete your getting-ready process than misting on a beloved fragrance. Wedding days are no exception. Whether you’re the couple of the hour, a member of the wedding party, or a friend or family attending the festivities, a spritz of a luxurious scent is the perfect finishing touch. For the bride or groom, wearing a statement-making scent will certainly evoke a fresh, alluring aroma on the day you tie the knot—while complementing your personal style and aesthetic—but it will also have a lasting impact long after the wedding. In the months and years following your nuptials, every time you get a whiff of your fragrance, you’ll be transported to that special moment in time, allowing you to recall all of the emotions you felt when you married your significant other. If you’re a wedding party member or wedding guest, choosing the right perfume or cologne is just as important: Sealing your outfit with a rich scent will freshen up your look and make you feel more confident throughout the festivities.

If your everyday fragrance isn’t up to snuff and you're on the hunt of an upgrade, the Brides team is sharing some of their favorites for a wedding. Below, you’ll find a mix that suits every preference, whether it’s rich woodsy notes, fresh and fruity accents, or a sweet floral aroma. Plus, many of them come in pristine packaging that will look beautiful on display in your bridal suite and wedding photos. Whether you’re throwing a garden fête or a rooftop soirée, spritzing on these scents will grab everyone’s attention.

Keep scrolling for the full rundown on our 15 favorite fragrances to wear to a wedding.

Courtesy of Jo Malone

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“Jo Malone Wild Bluebell is my go-to fragrance for everyday life, and I love it so much that I still wore it on my wedding day. While I'm a big proponent of choosing a special fragrance for your big day (scent and memory are so closely tied together!), I also think you have to do what feels right for you: I'm the type of person who finds something they love and sticks with it, so I knew this was going to be my signature wedding scent, too. Plus, bluebells symbolize everlasting love, and what's more appropriate for your wedding day than that?” — Gabriella Rello Duffy, Editorial Director

AERIN Mediterranean Honeysuckle Eau de Parfum

Courtesy of Sephora

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“I wore this honeysuckle, gardenia, and grapefruit-forward fragrance on my own wedding day. Think: Bloom-filled garden by the sea. It'll make you feel like you're already on your Mediterranean honeymoon. Attention-grabbing, but not cloying, it's exactly right for a bride (and is something you'll spritz on well beyond the big day).” — Sarah Schreiber, Associate Editorial Director

Courtesy of Byredo

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“Why choose one fragrance when you can use several different scents for every wedding-related event? Byredo's Discovery Set allows you to test out the brand's most iconic fragrances, including Bal d'Afrique, Bibliothèque, Blanche, Gypsy Water, Mojave Ghost, and Rose of No Man's Land. This also doubles as an amazing gift for either the bride and/or wedding party.” — Corinne Pierre-Louis, Senior Editor

Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier

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“Monique Lhuillier is one of the most widely recognized bridal designers in the wedding industry, which is why her eponymous perfume is a natural choice for any bride’s big day. Just like the wedding dresses she creates, flowers are the focal point of this sweet-smelling fragrance. Her scent is infused with notes of Sicilian bergamot, freesia, rose, and lily of the valley, making it the perfect complement to floral-embellished gowns and garden nuptials. I love how the smell is light and airy, so it won’t weigh you down but will rather evoke a romantic, luxurious edge.” — Lilly Blomquist, Assistant Editor

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum

Courtesy of Bloomingdale’s

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“Baccarat Rouge 540 feels so luxurious! With a mix of woody scents, floral notes, and pops of jasmine and saffron, this perfume is bright and sleek. It's perfect for a bride looking to splurge on a new fragrance and make a statement on her wedding day.” — Jessica Chassin Blaser, Senior Social Media Editor

Courtesy of Vow Factor

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“Vow Factor by Snif is the perfume I have reached for all season long and have gotten endless compliments on every time. Fruity notes, like fig and mandarin, pair with rich scents, like cedarwood, for an utterly romantic smell originally crafted as a wedding-day scent. However, the clean formula—preservative-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and made with no synthetic dyes—makes this a fragrance you'll love wearing every day.” — Araziel, Social Media Editor

Courtesy of Glossier

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“I've been wearing Glossier You for years now, and I still get compliments everywhere I go, whether it's to the office or a black-tie event. Not only is it at a price point that can't be beat, but it's also a fragrance I'll truly never get tired of. According to the brand, it's formulated as a ‘skin-smell enhancer’ and 'melts into skin for a scent that is uniquely yours,’ meaning it smells different on everyone.” — Samantha Netkin Brash, Director of Content Strategy

Ulta

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“If you love sweet and fruity fragrances, look no further than Ariana Grande's new fragrance, Cloud Pink Eau De Parfum. It features a blend of ambery woods, magenta moss, and a touch of sweetened praline that deliver an intriguing aroma without being too overpowering. I've been wearing this scent almost every day, and I can't get enough of it. Plus, the bottle and packing are so cute, making every spritz a little more fun. The sweet scent is perfect for special events, like a wedding day, whether you're a bridesmaid, wedding guest, or even the bride!” — Chloe Caldwell, Commerce Writer

Courtesy of Byredo

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“As someone who tends to stay more gender-neutral with my fragrances, Young Rose has completely swayed me on feminine, floral scents. This perfume smells more like a bouquet of spring flowers than your typical rose scent. It’s fresh and elegant without being overbearing. This well-rounded scent lingers in the most pleasant way (and will turn heads just as much as your wedding attire).” — Jenna Brillhart, Creative Director

Courtesy of Deck of Scarlet

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“Solar Aura is sexy! I'm not one to seek out overly floral perfumes. I like something that's a little deeper with a touch of sweetness. There's something about the amber floral notes in this fragrance that will just mingle so perfectly with your good vibes on the dance floor. Perfect for any bride or wedding guest, you'll also get hints of lush tropical flowers cut with bold citrus. The best thing about Solar Aura is that it lasts all day. Nothing will perk up your mood more than catching this warm scent while going through your day.” — Kelly Chiello, Associate Photo Director

Courtesy of Nordstrom

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“Yes, this fragrance does smell amazing (especially if you love floral perfumes!), but that's not my favorite thing about it. As editors, we look at wedding photos all day long, and there's something to be said for ensuring all of your details—right down to the perfume you spritz on during getting-ready photos—look amazing. This is the type of bottle your photographer won't ask you to tuck away during your pre-nuptial portrait session.” — Gabriella Rello Duffy, Editorial Director

Courtesy of Malin + Goetz

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“I think genderless scents can be some of the most fun to wear—and there is just something about this one (the fruity start, the floral middle, the slightly musky finish) that stands out from the pack. The ultimate wedding guest fragrance, I'm stopped every time I wear it and have used it down to the last drop.” — Sarah Schreiber, Associate Editorial Director

Courtesy of Tocca

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“Tocca offers a wide array of alluring fragrances, but my favorite is Florence (which also happens to be a bestseller!). The combination of bergamot, pear, and gardenia lends itself to a unique scent that blends fresh fruits with sweet flowers. Dousing yourself in a few spritzes of this timeless and sophisticated perfume will be the perfect finishing touch for outdoor weddings in a lush garden or meadow, whether you’re the bride, a bridesmaid, or a wedding guest.” — Lilly Blomquist, Assistant Editor

Courtesy of Zara

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“If you're on the hunt for an affordable fragrance that doesn’t skimp on quality for your big day, Femme by Zara checks all of the boxes. I love how the main notes of frangipani flower and peony blend with the rich and creamy hints of vanilla and tonka at the heart to deliver a luxurious scent that makes a statement (without being over the top). You’ll want to douse yourself in this perfume on your wedding day and beyond!” — Lilly Blomquist, Assistant Editor

Courtesy of Miller Harris

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“This unisex best-selling perfume has a deep, vibrant scent with a touch of sweetness that’s perfect for any bride or groom on their special day. This fragrance captures notes of rose, peony, narcissus, pittosporum, and olibanum, making it an enticing option for garden nuptials or floral-filled affairs.” — Lilly Blomquist, Assistant Editor

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