Raspberry Delights: Berry Sweetness in Perfumes

I’ve always loved the flavour of raspberries. Their taste can vary drastically depending on their ripeness, so you never know what you’re getting. Is it going to be super sweet or super tart? Well, you’ll never know till you try. But don’t worry, it’s not as risky when it comes to fragrances.

Perfumers use the raspberry note to add sweetness to a fragrance. Therefore, it is usually found in fruity gourmands alongside vibrant florals and sweeter notes to complement the scent. Otherwise, you’d find it paired with leather, where its jammy, juicy fruitiness contrasts with the smoky, intense aroma of leather.

Let’s take a look at a few fragrances we enjoy that have a raspberry note and discuss how this note translates in each.

1. Lancôme La Vie est Belle L’Élixir EDP

This flanker of La Vie est Belle is so far from the youthful, fun original that it should have been its own standalone scent. Here we have a sophisticated jammy raspberry and violent blend with a smooth cocoa and leather dry down. Come to think of it, this would be perfect for women who grew up with the original La Vie est Belle and are looking to grow out of it.

2. Lattafa Mayar EDP

I don’t know if it’s just me who’s nose-blind to litchi, or if it really doesn’t smell like anything. But that is besides the point; we’re talking about raspberries here. Mayar by Lattafa is a nice everyday perfume. It’s not overwhelming. The raspberry adds a hint of sweetness, but the light florals balance it, while the musk and vanilla ground it. Overall, this would be great to wear to the office or during the summer.

3. Azzaro Forever Wanted Elixir Parfum

While the first fragrance on this list features a leather note alongside the raspberry, this balance is more prominent here in Azzaro Forever Wanted Elixir Parfum, as the raspberry and leather are the most dominant notes in this perfume. I would recommend you try this fragrance first, especially if you’re not a fan of leather, and it might not be to your liking.

4. Diesel Fuel For Life EDT

I’ve seen many compare this to Mont Blanc Individuel, and surprisingly, they happen to enjoy this one more. Fuel For Life is said to be more wearable, and I agree with that. I would also add that the raspberry note is more prominent and lively in the Diesel fragrance. Fuel For Life is perfect for fall and winter wear.

5. Byredo Black Saffron EDP

In Black Saffron by Byredo, the raspberry note is juicy and tempered by the herbal bite of juniper and bitter vetiver. This is also a fragrance that features raspberry alongside leather, in which the combination results in an airy, sweet, and approachable leather scent. If you live in a region that doesn’t get really hot, this could be your signature scent all year round. And I envy you for that.

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