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Bergamot

6 perfumes feature this note

About Perfumes with Bergamot

Bergamot is a bright, zesty citrus that gives a perfume its sparkling first impression. Perfume World lists 6 fragrances in this collection. You will find notes, hands on longevity scores and retailer links on every perfume page.

You will meet it mostly in aromatic, citrus and citrus aromatic perfumes. bergamot turns up most often alongside musk, amber, fig and green tea. Expect to pay from $25 to $1,200, with the final price set by bottle size and the seller. The overall rating here sits at 8.2 out of 10 on average, based on hands on testing. The houses you will see most often are Bvlgari, Elizabeth Arden and Lattafa. Releases range from 1992 to 2023.

It is perfect for warm weather and daytime, though it fades quickly, so the base notes matter for longevity. It blends with lavender, woods, musk, spice and florals.

Perfumes
6
Average rating
8.2/10
Price range
From $25 to $1,200
Average longevity
6.2/10
Top house
Bvlgari
Released
1992 to 2023

How to choose perfumes with bergamot

Pick two or three perfumes with bergamot that sound right, then compare them side by side. The Compare tool lines up notes and scores so the differences are easy to see.

If you are unsure where to begin, Nishane Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum is the highest rated of our perfumes with bergamot, which makes it a sensible first sample.

How perfumes with bergamot perform

In our wear tests, perfumes with bergamot score 6.2 out of 10 for longevity on average, which means moderate staying power, so a midday refresh helps.

Sillage, the trail a perfume leaves behind you, averages 5.3 out of 10, which points to moderate projection that stays fairly close.

In hot and humid conditions, the same perfumes average 5.5 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 Nishane Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum (8/10), Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum (8/10) and Lattafa Pride Vintage Radio (8/10).

Our shortlist of perfumes with bergamot

Bvlgari Eau Parfumée Thé Vert Green Tea Eau de Toilette Perfume gets noticed the most, with a compliments score of 8.9 out of 10. The newest release here is Lattafa Pride Vintage Radio, from 2023. Lattafa Pride Vintage Radio is the one to try for value, with a value score of 9 out of 10. Nishane Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum has the best overall rating here at 8.7 out of 10, and it comes as Parfum. On a tight budget, Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Eau de Toilette Perfume is the most affordable, starting around $25. At the top end, Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum is the priciest, reaching about $1,200. For staying power, look at Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum, which scores 8 out of 10 for longevity.

Buying tips for perfumes with bergamot

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.

Set a budget before you browse. Perfumes with bergamot here run from $25 to $1,200, so decide your ceiling early and compare the value score as well as the price tag.

Check the concentration. Most of the perfumes here are EDP, EDT and Parfum. Eau de parfum and parfum usually last longer and cost more than eau de toilette, and each perfume page lists the exact concentration.

Frequently asked questions

What does Bergamot smell like in perfume?

Bergamot is a bright, zesty citrus that gives a perfume its sparkling first impression.

What goes well with Bergamot in a fragrance?

It blends with lavender, woods, musk, spice and florals.

When is Bergamot best worn?

It is perfect for warm weather and daytime, though it fades quickly, so the base notes matter for longevity.

Which fragrance families use Bergamot most?

Perfumes with bergamot most often sit in the aromatic, citrus and citrus aromatic families.

Which perfumes with bergamot have the best staying power?

Based on our longevity scores, the longest lasting are Nishane Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum (8/10), Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum (8/10) and Lattafa Pride Vintage Radio (8/10). Longevity also depends on skin type, weather and how you apply, so use these as a guide.

Are perfumes with bergamot good for hot and humid weather?

It depends on the perfume, but on average perfumes with bergamot score 5.5 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.

How do I narrow down perfumes with bergamot?

Open two or three perfume pages and read the verdict, the good fit and maybe skip lists. They are written to help you rule things out quickly, and the Compare tool puts the numbers side by side.

Which brands make the best perfumes with bergamot?

The houses with the most perfumes with bergamot here are Bvlgari, Elizabeth Arden, Lattafa and Le Labo. Browse each one to compare styles and prices.

How much do perfumes with bergamot cost?

Prices for perfumes with bergamot on our list run from $25 to $1,200. The final price depends on bottle size, concentration and the retailer, so compare the sellers listed on each perfume page.

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