Confident, bold, yet unapologetically feminine, the unstoppable Britney Spears is still the undisputed queen of pop. The best Britney Spears perfumes ooze positive energy that borders on the flirtatious. Her growing fragrance line, launched in 2004, embodies her persona perfectly.
Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, Selena Gomez, and Ke$ha have all taken inspiration from Britney at one point or another, both musically and her talent for launching incredibly desirable fragrances.
The first Britney Spears perfume, Curious Eau de Parfum, gained a cult following after its launch in 2004. As a forerunner of the celebrity fragrance trend, it captured the imagination of a whole generation of young women. Since then, Britney has launched a further 29 fragrances.
- 10 Best Britney Spears Perfumes Reviewed
- 1. Believe Eau de Parfum
- 2. Fantasy Eau de Parfum
- 3. Glitter Fantasy Eau de Toilette
- 4. Midnight Fantasy Eau de Parfum
- 5. Fantasy Intimate Edition Eau de Parfum
- 6. Festive Fantasy Eau de Toilette
- 7. Private Show Eau de Parfum
- 8. VIP Private Show Eau de Parfum
- 9. Prerogative Rave Eau de Parfum
- 10. Curious Eau de Parfum
- So, Which Britney Spears Perfume Smells The Best?
- Watch Britney Behind The Scenes On Youtube
- Conclusion
- Further Reading
10 Best Britney Spears Perfumes Reviewed
Provocative, alluring and undeniably feminine, the best Britney Spears perfumes are adored by fans and fragrance lovers alike. We have selected 10 Britney fragrances every fan should consider.
1. Believe Eau de Parfum
Review
Launched in 2007, Believe Eau de Parfum remains one of the most popular Britney Spears fragrances in circulation today. This fragrance was promoted with the slogan “the greatest freedom is to believe in yourself”.
This floral and fruity fragrance opens with the fresh and sweet notes of guava and tangerine before melting into the heart notes of lime blossom and honeysuckle. This makes the main body of the perfume well balanced and leaning towards the sweet side. The base notes of patchouli, praline, and amber provide richness and depth that hold the floral and fruity notes beautifully.
This is a long-lasting fragrance with moderate sillage; you can expect 5+ hours of wear from this perfume, especially when you apply it to your hair and clothes.
As for when to wear, Believe Eau de Parfum is the perfect daytime fragrance for the changeover seasons of spring and autumn when the cooler temperatures bring out its floral-fruity side.
Overall, Believe Eau de Parfum blends the sweetness of guava with vibrant patchouli and lime blossom to create a very grown-up feminine fragrance. In short, this is a sparkling and uplifting perfume, both inside and out.
Top Notes:
Guava, Tangerine
Mid Notes:
Lime blossom, Honeysuckle
Base Notes:
Patchouli, Praline, Amber
Price & Reviews
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2. Fantasy Eau de Parfum
Review
As one of the earliest Britney Spears perfumes, Fantasy Eau de Parfum was launched in 2005. Blended by perfumer James Kriva, it was intended to represent a sultry love potion.
Fantasy opens with sweet kiwi, red litchi, and juicy quince to give a fresh, fruity edge. A heart of white chocolate, cupcake, orchid, and jasmine come into their own. This edible heart is supported by a base of musk, woody notes, and orris root which prevent the fragrance from becoming overwhelmingly sweet.
Fantasy is a very durable fragrance with strong, dessert-like sillage; you can expect 6+ hours of wear from this fragrance.
As for when to wear, the intensity of Fantasy makes it best evening wear in autumn/winter. Think romantic winter evenings and you won’t go far wrong.
The bottle invites the touch and reflects the overwhelmingly youthful, feminine, and glamorous feel of this fragrance.
Overall, Fantasy is a delightfully edible perfume with unflinchingly feminine overtones. One to wear when you need an extra boost of confidence.
Top Notes:
Kiwi, Red litchi, Quince
Mid Notes:
White chocolate, Cupcake, Orchid, Jasmine
Base Notes:
Musk, Woody notes, Orris root
Price & Reviews
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3. Glitter Fantasy Eau de Toilette
Review
Glitter Fantasy Eau de Toilette is one of the newest additions to the Britney Spears line of perfumes. Launched in 2020 this is a sparkling version of the original Fantasy which takes a bolder approach.
The top notes of red fruits and plum make the opening blast of this fragrance a little more tart and juicy than its older sister. A heart of heliotrope, violet, and lotus bloom slowly but surely as the sillage fades. These delicate but distinctive notes are supported by the heartier base notes of musk, oud, and benzoin.
It has good durability considering how cost-effective it is; you can expect 4 or 5 hours of wear from one application. Very good for the price considering its an EDT.
This blend of sweet, sharp, and earthy notes gives Glitter Fantasy a feminine, but less dessert-like, sillage which is perfect for spring and autumnal days.
Pastel pink bottle with a glitter laden sheen and no embedded gems, it actually looks a little cheap which is a shame as it smells expensive.
Despite this, Glitter Fantasy is a seductive combination of fruits and floral notes with a sensual musky base. Don’t be put off by the bottle.
Top Notes:
Red fruits, Plum
Mid Notes:
Heliotrope, Violet, Lotus
Base Notes:
Musk, Benzoin, Oud
Price & Reviews
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4. Midnight Fantasy Eau de Parfum
Review
Midnight Fantasy Eau de Parfum was launched in 2006 as a floral, fruity, and somewhat darker iteration of the original Fantasy.
The top notes of plum and sour cherry provide a tart opening which is tempered by an undercurrent of raspberry. A floral trio of orchid, iris, and freesia bloom into a mysterious heart. Upon dry-down, a sexy base of vanilla and amber, with undertones of musk, give it a classic, slightly powdery finish.
You can expect 4+ hours of wear from Midnight Fantasy before becoming a skin scent, longer if you apply it to your clothes (just watch for staining). Sillage and projection are fairly strong.
As for when to wear, Midnight Fantasy is best for cold weather; autumn and winter nights are a perfect time, especially when you are looking or a dressy fragrance.
The royal blue version of the original bottle is stunning; it hovers between gem-like and almost candy-esque in appearance.
Overall, Midnight Fantasy is a feast of lush dark fruits and bright florals with a deceptively sensual vanilla base. Divine.
Top Notes:
Plum, Sour cherry, Raspberry
Mid Notes:
Orchid, Iris, Freesia
Base Notes:
Vanilla, Amber, Musk
Price & Reviews
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5. Fantasy Intimate Edition Eau de Parfum
Review
Fantasy Intimate Edition made its debut in 2015 and is the most girlishly modern of the Fantasy line. Aimed at teens and the young at heart who are unashamedly feminine and ambitious.
Like most of the perfumes in the Fantasy line, Fantasy Intimate Edition opens with fruity notes. In this case, litchi, lemon, and violet leaf quickly blend with the heart notes of brown sugar, lily-of-the-valley, and jasmine. A sultry base of vanilla, white musk, heliotrope, and benzoin keep the mix spicy-sweet and ensure depth and substance.
As for when to wear, this is a light and breezy fragrance which is perfect for cool days; extreme temperatures will only wear it down.
The sillage and projection are only moderate, so this is more of an intimate scent for close encounters. Expect 4+ hours of performance before you need to reapply.
The white and baby pink version of the original bottle gives this a slightly edible look, making Fantasy Intimate Edition somehow reminiscent of a French fancy.
Overall, Fantasy Intimate Edition is a sweet, feel-good fragrance that puts a spring in your step and a smile on your face. Who wouldn’t want to smell of fruity brown sugar and vanilla now and again! Lush.
Top Notes:
Litchi, Lemon, Violet leaf
Mid Notes:
Brown sugar, Ozonic notes, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-valley
Base Notes:
Vanilla, Musk, Heliotrope, Benzoin
Price & Reviews
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6. Festive Fantasy Eau de Toilette
Review
White florals, slightly tart with sweet undertones, Festive Fantasy Eau de Toilette is the perfect fragrance for the holiday season! Launched in 2020, just in time to make Christmas brighter.
The top notes of dewberry, sour cherry, and plum make the immediate opening juicy. There is a hint of vanilla which makes it almost reminiscent of the iconic cherry Bakewell tart. Heart notes of lily, freesia, and jasmine bloom quickly and tame those initial sharp edges before the base of sugar, vanilla, musk, and sandalwood stabilize the blend.
Unsurprisingly, this is a cold-weather perfume which does best in autumn and winter—more of a daytime scent.
Performance is the weakest on the list at 3 hours max with only soft sillage and projection. Still worth a look if you fancy some festive cheer.
The green, blue, and pink swirls of colour on this bottle make it seem almost like a bauble for the Christmas tree. Lovely to look at.
Overall, in a world that is a little bleak right now, Festive Fantasy offers an injection of seasonal cheer and colour that is sorely needed. Sadly not very long-lasting.
Top Notes:
Dewberry, Sour cherry, Plum
Mid Notes:
Lily, Freesia, Jasmine
Base Notes:
Sugar, Vanilla, Musk, Sandalwood
Price & Reviews
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7. Private Show Eau de Parfum
Review
Launched in 2016, Private Show Eau de Parfum is the pillar scent for a distinct line of fragrances that represent energy and confidence.
This is a floral and fruity gourmand fragrance which uses primarily sweet, dessert-like notes. The top notes of whipped cream, coffee, nectarine, and clementine make the initial opening fresh and sweet with a slightly bitter edge. A caramel heart of dulce de leche introduces bright jasmine and orange blossom. Supported by a base of amber and musk.
A perfect day time fragrance which really shines during the cooler spring or autumn seasons, Private Show really lifts your mood and receives lots of compliments.
You can expect around 6+ hours of wear from a single application, just be careful how liberally you apply as sillage and projection are huge. Provides excellent performance and value for money.
Overall, Private Show Eau de Parfum is a deliciously self-indulgent gourmet coffee-dessert fragrance that is a great way to start your day. The understated and pretty bottle which reflects the scent it holds.
Top Notes:
Whipped cream, Coffee, Nectarine, Clementine
Mid Notes:
Dulce de leche, Jasmine, Orange blossom
Base Notes:
Amber, Musk
Price & Reviews
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8. VIP Private Show Eau de Parfum
Review
VIP Private Show Eau de Parfum was launched in 2017 as a sparkling and intimate iteration of the original Private Show fragrance.
The top notes of mango, blood orange, and red apple give the opening a fruity blast that remains throughout. Middle notes of violet, orange blossom, and magnolia bloom to stunning effect. The base notes mix the traditional and unusual with amber, woody notes, and musk clashing and mingling with the sweetness of raspberry.
VIP Private Show is, like its predecessor, a sweet, almost edible fragrance. I feel this is pretty much an any-season fragrance that leans more to daytime casual.
Performance is reasonable, you will have to reapply it after 3 or 4 hours, although it will last longer on clothing. Sillage and projection are moderate.
Placed in the same, cut-glass bottle as the original, VIP Private Show has a touch of extra sparkle thanks to the gold-toned topper.
Overall, VIP Private Show Eau de Parfum is a wickedly provocative blast of fruity sweetness fused with warming amber, musk and woods.
Top Notes:
Mango, Blood orange, Red apple
Mid Notes:
Violet, Orange blossom, Magnolia
Base Notes:
Raspberry, Amber, Woody notes, Musk
Price & Reviews
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9. Prerogative Rave Eau de Parfum
Review
Prerogative Rave Eau de Parfum is a recent addition to the Britney Spears brand and was launched in 2019. It is thoroughly modern, bold, and utterly seductive.
Top notes of raspberry, pear, and mandarin orange make for a boldly fruity opening. Mid notes of lily, freesia, and jasmine add a gorgeous wave of feminine florals. Upon dry-down, luxurious cashmeran, sandalwood, cedar, and musk are luminous and sensual.
As for when to wear, Prerogative Rave is a versatile day-to-night fragrance that’s wearable for any season. Leans more to spring/summer but equally wearable in the colder seasons.
Performance is reasonable, you will have to reapply it after 4+ hours before it becomes a skin scent. You could get 7+ hours if you apply to your clothes and hair. Sillage and projection are good.
This irreverent perfume has a fitting bottle. The silver edges, and the block lettering which stands out against the bubble gum pink perfume makes this feel youthful and bold.
Overall, two words really sum up Prerogative Rave – bold and youthful.
Top Notes:
Raspberry, Pear, Mandarin orange
Mid Notes:
Freesia, Red lily, Jasmine
Base Notes:
Cashmeran, Sandalwood, Cedar, Musk
Price & Reviews
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10. Curious Eau de Parfum
Review
The original and most iconic, Curious Eau de Parfum was launched in 2004 and aimed firmly at 20-something women who wanted to stand out. It was an instant hit, back then, and still remains incredibly popular today.
Opening notes of Curious Eau de Parfum begin with heady lotus, soft pear, and creamy magnolia. As the heart notes of tuberose, cyclamen, and jasmine bloom, this scent takes on an almost sparkling persona. Upon dry-down, a well-balanced base of sensual musk, vanilla and woody notes add a finishing touch of nostalgia.
As for when to wear, Curious is a bright and airy spring and summer perfume which works best during the day.
Sillage and projection are moderate, yet Curious has fairly impressive staying power. You can expect 5+ hours of wear before needing to reapply.
The bright blue, cut-glass bottle is reminiscent of a fantasy potion bottle which makes it feel whimsical and fun as well as ensuring it looks beautiful. The dangling pink charm adds to its youthfulness.
Overall, Curious Eau de Parfum is an intoxicatingly fruity-floral feminine fragrance that settles into a well-balanced musky-vanilla base. As an alternative, check out some of the Katy Perry fragrances!
Top Notes:
Magnolia, Pear, Lotus
Mid Notes:
Jasmine, Tuberose, Cyclamen
Base Notes:
Musk, Vanilla, Woody Notes
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So, Which Britney Spears Perfume Smells The Best?
The best smelling Britney Spears fragrance has to be Midnight Fantasy Eau de Parfum. The delicious opening of rich plum, raspberry and sour cherry bleed into a bouquet of orchid, iris, and freesia. The sexy base of sweet vanilla, musk and amber add a layer of glamour.
Watch Britney Behind The Scenes On Youtube
Conclusion
The best Britney Spears perfumes almost tell a story of the star’s ups and downs. A very public breakdown in 2008 saw the star sadly take a downward spiral and eventually lose control of her empire. Although still performing during these turbulent times, worried fans expressed their love by starting the #FreeBritney movement to demonstrate their support.
Despite everything, Britney being Britney has remained incredibly professional and upbeat. She has recently been seen on both Instagram and TikTok, seemingly poised to rise up like a phoenix. Way to go, Britney, we love you!
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