I simply adore the note of iris, especially when blended with other exotic flowers and musk as it becomes incredibly complex. The best perfumes with iris for women are powdery, glamorous, and effortlessly feminine.
What Does Iris Smell Like? In perfumery, iris will give a powdery and slightly spicy floral and woody aroma. Iris is usually derived from the dried and crushed roots of the plant (orris) rather than the flowers themselves.
5 Best Perfumes With Iris
Here are 5 alluring iris perfumes for women that will add some welcome sparkle and intrigue to your growing fragrance collection.
1. Guerlain L’Initial Eau de Parfum
Review
Guerlain L’Initial Eau de Parfum is a beautifully sweet and powdery iris dominant fragrance launched in 2021. Thierry Wasser is the genius perfumer responsible for this striking feminine fragrance.
The opening is bright, with sweet jasmine and sharp citrus duelling for attention. Powdery iris blooms in the hear, supported by soft Turkish rose. A gourmand dry-down of vanilla, caramel and almond tonka bean is soothed by sensual musk.
This fragrance screams autumn/winter. Its crowd-pleasing aroma is ideal for fancy dinners, cosy nights in by the fire, and everything in-between.
You can jump to my article on the 10 best Guerlain perfumes for summer to discover more delights from this iconic brand.
Top Notes:
Citrus, Jasmine
Mid Notes:
Iris, Turkish Rose
Base Notes:
Vanilla, Caramel, Tonka Bean, White Musk
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2. Jimmy Choo Iris Crush Eau de Parfum
Review
Launched in 2020, Jimmy Choo Iris Crush Eau de Parfum is a hypnotic iris fragrance that is part of the Jimmy Choo ‘seduction collection’.
This heavenly fragrance opens with a powdery iris note that gets straight to work, bringing a feel of sheer elegance and refinement. Touches of pink pepper coated neroli also make a welcome appearance. There is a sublime undercurrent of berries as this fragrance settles.
Perfect for any time of year, Iris Crush Eau de Parfum is best reserved for more formal occasions when you want to stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons.
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Top Notes:
Iris
Mid Notes:
Pink pepper
Base Notes:
Neroli
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3. Frederic Malle Iris Poudre Eau de Parfum
Review
Frederic Malle Iris Poudre Eau de Parfum was launched in 2000 and is a heavenly iris-heavy scent with musky undertones and a sublime aldehyde kick.
A grand opening of rose, violet and ylang-ylang soon gives way to a powdery heart of iris and bright aldehydes. Musk and woody notes in the base add depth and a nice touch of feminine mystery and confidence.
Settling to a bright powdery floral fragrance with enticing musky and woody tones, Iris Poudre Eau de Parfum is ideal for any season. Leans more towards formal daywear, and it is office safe.
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Top Notes:
Rose, Violet, Ylang-ylang
Mid Notes:
Iris, Aldehyde
Base Notes:
Sandalwood, Musk, Tonka bean
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4. Prada Infusion d’Iris Eau de Parfum
Review
Prada Infusion d’Iris Eau de Parfum is an elegant iris fragrance that fuses powdery floral notes with wood and rich resin. This version was launched in 2015.
The opening is bright and zesty, with sweet mandarin orange dealing with soft neroli and powdery iris on the heart. The woody base is smooth and not overpowering, and I love the resin notes that add a slightly spicy and smokey vibe.
This fragrance dries to a charming iris and woody combo that feels refined and grown-up. I would wear it as a daytime spring/summer scent (perhaps creeping into autumn/fall). It really comes into its own in the summer heat.
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Top Notes:
Mandarin
Mid Notes:
Neroli, Iris
Base Notes:
Cedar, Benzoin
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5. Chanel No 19 Poudre Eau de Parfum
Review
Chanel No 19 Poudre Eau de Parfum is a masterful blend of green and powdery notes that is elegant, sophisticated and, of course, oh-so Chanel. Launched in 2011.
The opening of spicy/green and slightly bitter galbanum is soothed by a wave of powdery iris in the heart, supported by a touch of neroli. Vetiver and musk provide a silky smooth ending to this classic iris dominant fragrance.
This well-balanced and versatile powdery/green floral fragrance is ideal for any season. I feel it’s more of a classy daytime scent, so think of afternoon tea somewhere fancy with a cheeky glass of bubbly. What’s not to like!
Chanel No 19 Poudre Eau de Parfum made it onto my review of the 10 Best Chanel perfumes for summer.
Top Notes:
Galbanum, Iris, Neroli
Mid Notes:
Vetiver
Base Notes:
White Musk
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Conclusion
Iris is one of those undercover fragrance notes that I never knew I loved so much. Any iris-dominant fragrance when it’s supported by ylang-ylang or rose and a touch of musk smells incredibly elegant and refined.
Can’t decide on the best iris perfume for you? My two personal recommendations from this list are Guerlain L’Initial Eau de Parfum and Chanel No 19 Poudre Eau de Parfum.