EDT
Unisex
Giorgio Armani Privé
Fragrance Note
Cedarwood
2 perfumes feature this note
About Perfumes with Cedarwood
Cedarwood is a dry, clean, slightly smoky wood note that feels crisp and structured. Perfume World lists 2 fragrances in this collection. You will find notes, hands on longevity scores and retailer links on every perfume page.
cedarwood turns up most often alongside black tea, vetiver, ambrette and bay leaf. You will meet it mostly in aromatic, green and woody perfumes. The houses you will see most often are Giorgio Armani Privé and Le Labo. Releases range from 2015 to 2020. Expect to pay from $110 to $1,200, with the final price set by bottle size and the seller. The overall rating here sits at 8.4 out of 10 on average, based on hands on testing.
It is dependable in every season and a favourite for work and daily wear. It pairs with citrus, lavender, spice, amber and musk.
- 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 perfumes with cedarwood
How to choose perfumes with cedarwood
Pick two or three perfumes with cedarwood 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, Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum is the highest rated of our perfumes with cedarwood, which makes it a sensible first sample.
How perfumes with cedarwood perform
In our wear tests, perfumes with cedarwood 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).
Our shortlist of perfumes with cedarwood
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 perfumes with cedarwood
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 does Cedarwood smell like in perfume?
Cedarwood is a dry, clean, slightly smoky wood note that feels crisp and structured.
What goes well with Cedarwood in a fragrance?
It pairs with citrus, lavender, spice, amber and musk.
When is Cedarwood best worn?
It is dependable in every season and a favourite for work and daily wear.
Which fragrance families use Cedarwood most?
Perfumes with cedarwood most often sit in the aromatic, green and woody families.
How many perfumes with cedarwood are on Perfume World?
There are currently 2 entries for perfumes with cedarwood, and the list grows as new perfumes are reviewed.
How do I narrow down perfumes with cedarwood?
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 perfumes with cedarwood 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).
Can men and women both wear perfumes with cedarwood?
Yes. Perfume has no rules, and many fragrances are worn by everyone. Pick the scent you love and the setting it suits. On Perfume World, the labels here break down as unisex (2).
Which perfumes with cedarwood get the most compliments?
Our compliments score points to Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum (7.8/10) and Giorgio Armani Privé Thé Yulong Perfume (7.5/10). Compliments depend on setting and company, but these are the ones people notice most often.
Which perfumes with cedarwood should I try first?
Going by our overall ratings, the top perfumes with cedarwood are Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume: 2015 Unisex Eau de Parfum (8.5/10) and Giorgio Armani Privé Thé Yulong Perfume (8.2/10). Ratings come from hands on wear tests, so they reflect real performance and not just marketing.
Any tips to get more from perfumes with cedarwood?
Apply to clean, moisturised skin, because perfume clings to hydrated skin much better than dry skin. Spray pulse points such as the neck, chest and wrists, and add a spray or two on clothing. Do not rub your wrists together, and store the bottle away from heat and sunlight.
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