EDT
Unisex
Giorgio Armani Privé
Green
About Green perfumes
Green perfumes are crisp and natural, featuring cut grass, green leaves, galbanum, tea and fig. They smell like a garden after rain. Perfume World lists 2 fragrances in this collection. Each one comes with its notes, performance scores and places to buy.
The notes that come up most often are black tea, cedarwood, vetiver and ambrette. Prices here run from $110 to $1,200. Most of the bottles come from Giorgio Armani Privé and Le Labo. Releases range from 2015 to 2020. Across the fragrances we have scored, green perfumes average 8.4 out of 10 overall.
They are great for spring, wet weather and relaxed daytime wear. Pair a green perfume with a light moisturiser so the fresh notes stay vivid for longer.
- Perfumes
- 2
- Average rating
- 8.4/10
- Price range
- From $110 to $1,200
- Average longevity
- 7/10
- Top house
- Giorgio Armani Privé
- Released
- 2015 to 2020
Top rated green perfumes
How to choose green perfumes
Read the notes pyramid on each page before you buy green perfumes. The opening tells you how it smells in the first minutes, while the base notes tell you what is left after a few hours.
Start from what you already own and enjoy. If a favourite bottle shares notes with one of the green perfumes here, that is usually a safe next purchase.
How green perfumes perform
In our wear tests, green perfumes score 7 out of 10 for longevity on average, which means solid staying power that comfortably covers a work day.
Sillage, the trail a perfume leaves behind you, averages 6 out of 10, which points to moderate projection that stays fairly close.
In hot and humid conditions, the same perfumes average 6 out of 10 for longevity. Heat speeds up evaporation, so expect scents to feel stronger at first and fade sooner than in cool, dry air.
If staying power is your priority, start with Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum (8/10) and Giorgio Armani Privé Thé Yulong Perfume (6/10).
Standout green perfumes
On a tight budget, Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum is the most affordable, starting around $110. The newest release here is Giorgio Armani Privé Thé Yulong Perfume, from 2020. For staying power, look at Giorgio Armani Privé Thé Yulong Perfume, which scores 6 out of 10 for longevity. Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum has the best overall rating here at 8.5 out of 10, and it comes as EDP.
Buying tips for green perfumes
Check the concentration. Most of the perfumes here are EDT and EDP. Eau de parfum and parfum usually last longer and cost more than eau de toilette, and each perfume page lists the exact concentration.
Consider a decant or a travel size if the full bottle is expensive. It lets you live with the scent for a week before spending real money.
Moisturise before you spray. Perfume holds far better on hydrated skin, and an unscented lotion can add hours to a scent that otherwise fades quickly.
Frequently asked questions
What do green perfumes smell like?
Green perfumes are crisp and natural, featuring cut grass, green leaves, galbanum, tea and fig. They smell like a garden after rain.
Which notes are common in green perfumes?
The notes we see most in green perfumes are black tea, cedarwood, vetiver, ambrette and bay leaf. Open a perfume page for the full opening, heart and base.
When should I wear green perfumes?
They are great for spring, wet weather and relaxed daytime wear.
Are green perfumes a good choice for beginners?
Pair a green perfume with a light moisturiser so the fresh notes stay vivid for longer.
Which brands make the best green perfumes?
The houses with the most green perfumes here are Giorgio Armani Privé and Le Labo. Browse each one to compare styles and prices.
What is the price range for green perfumes?
Prices for green perfumes on our list run from $110 to $1,200. The final price depends on bottle size, concentration and the retailer, so compare the sellers listed on each perfume page.
How long do green perfumes last?
Based on our longevity scores, the longest lasting are Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum (8/10) and Giorgio Armani Privé Thé Yulong Perfume (6/10). Longevity also depends on skin type, weather and how you apply, so use these as a guide.
Are green perfumes good for hot and humid weather?
It depends on the perfume, but on average green perfumes score 6 out of 10 for longevity in hot and humid conditions. Check the hot and humid score on each page, and use a lighter hand with sweet or heavy styles.
Which green perfumes are the best value?
The best value picks, judged on quality, performance and price together, are Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum (6.8/10) and Giorgio Armani Privé Thé Yulong Perfume (6.5/10).
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