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The Best Long-Lasting Perfume and Fragrance for Women
By Maria
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There’s something undeniably empowering about wearing a perfume that lingers long after you’ve left the room: a long-lasting fragrance is a statement. Fragrances with an impact can carry you from morning meetings to evening cocktails without fading away, leaving a lasting impression wherever you go. Here’s our guide to the best long-lasting perfumes for women that promise to stay with you from dawn till dusk.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait De Parfum
£201.35 £210.00 (5% off)Known for its bold, luxurious notes, this perfume blends saffron, bitter almond, and Egyptian jasmine for a scent that is both luring and long-lasting. The woody amber and musky notes in this parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian give it incredible staying power and this extrait version amps up the original formula. This is one that'll cling to your skin for hours.
Tom Ford Black Orchid Parfum
£113.14 £132.83 (15% off)If you’re looking for something dark, opulent, and intensely seductive, Tom Ford’s Black Orchid Parfum is the one. This iteration of Black Orchid, again, is a step up from the original: it features the same mix of black truffle, ylang-ylang, and blackcurrant from the eau de parfum, but with extra layers of rich, warm notes like patchouli and vanilla. Its lasting power is phenomenal, making it ideal for those who want to turn heads day to night.
Mugler Angel Eau De Parfum
£40.53 £45.00 (10% off)Mugler Angel Eau de Parfum is a perfume that needs no introduction. With its iconic blend of sweet, gourmand notes like chocolate, caramel, and honey mixed with patchouli and bergamot, this scent is truly unique—and lasts all day long. Angel is bold and unforgettable, leaving a long-lasting, sweet yet earthy trail while staying on your skin for hours.
DIOR Poison Hypnotic Poison Eau De Parfum
£97.54 £110.00 (12% off)Hypnotic Poison is one of Dior’s most iconic–and long-lasting–fragrances. This seductive scent is a creamy, spicy blend of bitter almond, jasmine, and vanilla with an enveloping warmth. Its oriental-vanilla profile stays on your skin all day, developing into an intoxicating, slightly sweet scent that’s just perfect for evening wear.
GUERLAIN Shalimar Eau De Parfum
£76.86 £101.00 (24% off)A true classic, Shalimar by Guerlain has been enchanting wearers for nearly a century. This oriental fragrance opens with a burst of bergamot and citrus before settling into a rich, powdery base of vanilla, incense, and tonka bean. It’s warm, exotic, sophisticated, and its staying power is remarkable—making it a go-to choice for any who love an enduring and timeless scent.
Montale Vanille Absolu Eau De Parfum
£55.99 £59.00 (6% off)If you’re a fan of warm, comforting vanilla fragrances, Vanille Absolu by Montale–the conoissers of strong, enduring scents–will be your new best friend. This perfume is a beautiful, straightforward blend of vanilla with hints of cinnamon and clove. Despite its simplicity, the perfume has incredible depth and longevity, staying on the skin all day while also delivering a cosy, sweet warmth.
Calvin Klein Obsession Eau De Parfum
£18.69 £38.00 (51% off)Obsession by Calvin Klein is an iconic scent from the '80s that continues to wow fragrance lovers today. It’s a warm, spicy fragrance built around notes of amber, vanilla, and musk, with hints of mandarin and spices adding that extra kick of complexity. A bold, sultry scent that refuses to fade, it’s a must-have for women who are fans of all things strong and memorable.
Parfums de Marly Delina Eau De Parfum
£184.50 £245.00 (25% off)For a modern, luxurious fragrance, Delina by Parfums de Marly is a long-lasting floral sensation. Its delicate, feminine profile is underpinned by rich, creamy musk and vetiver, giving it impressive staying power. This scent opens with sweet notes of lychee, rhubarb, and bergamot before developing into a heart of rose, peony, and vanilla. Delina is fresh yet sophisticated, perfect for both day and night.
How to Make Your Perfume Last Even Longer
Looking to maximise your fragrances staying power? Even the most long-lasting perfumes can benefit from a few tricks to extend their wear throughout the day. To get the most out of your fragrance:
- Apply your fragrance to pulse points, like the wrists and the neck.
- Layer with matching products, for instance a fragranced lotion or soap.
- Moisturise your skin before application - moisturised skin holds a scent way better.
- Resist the urge to rub: rubbing your wrists can break down the scent molecules and cause your perfume to fade faster.
Choosing the right long-lasting perfume is a game of finding both a scent you love and a formula that goes all the way. Whether you’re after a sweet, floral fragrance; a bold, sultry statement or something in between, these top perfumes will be sure to leave a lasting impression.
