This summer season, the perfume shelves are packed full with brilliant scents by some of the most artistic perfume houses in the perfumery realm. Contained in the most beautiful bottles and with scented notes that smell totally different from everything we are used to.

But best of all, these fragrances are not overly fruity sweet, steering away from the mainstream olfactive current, and effectively erasing the border between masculine and feminine fragrance labeling. The rise of gender-neutral fragrances has been especially significant: about 20% of new launches in 2023 were unisex, supporting a growing demand for inclusivity and self-expression. 

What Exactly Are Unisex Fragrances?

• Unisex fragrances are designed to be shared by everyone—no label, just authentic scent artistry.
• They balance traditionally masculine and feminine notes, often blending citrus, woods, and florals for a universally appealing profile.
• Minimalist in both design and scent composition, unisex perfumes are celebrated for exceptional craftsmanship and cultural inclusivity.
• These scents signify a modern shift: wear what feels right for you, regardless of gender expectations. In Europe, fragrance launches with “gender-neutral” claims have grown at a 57% CAGR over the past 5 years, in line with trends toward personal expression and inclusivity.

Tardes by Carner Barcelona

Tardes is a piece of Mediterranean that you strip off an old Barcelona building and put on your skin.

Tardes by Carner Barcelona has all the essential ingredients of a luxury fragrance: fabulous notes that eschew the forced sweet scents in favor of the natural style; a romantic backdrop of almonds; tonka beans and plum where the top accord is flaunted, and rose aplenty. The drydown matches up too, with its own beautiful olfactive layer not to mention the performance of the most beautiful star of the fragrance: heliotrope.

The description sounds deceptively feminine, and this fragrance has enough charm to seduce even those specimens of the stronger sex who cannot tolerate floral notes in their aftershave. What’s more, they will be reaching for this liquid gold more often than they are comfortable to admit.

This fragrance often seduces even those who might shy away from florals, making it an excellent choice for anyone exploring versatile, genderless scents.

Rain by Commodity

Rain by Commodity

This light, whispering fragrance first opens with bergamot and lemon verbena, the freshness announced right from the start.

Then the fragrance moves into a floral heart, with jasmine, lotus and freesia acting as a welcoming committee for the miracle that will unfold in just a few minutes. Lotus is in full bloom, while jasmine is shy and hides behind the lotus notes.

And then it happens: the earthy notes, musk, woods and vetiver get drenched in a cool rain and air, with floral oils spilling on the ground.

This smells so comforting, relaxing and zen-like. And the most important part is that Commodity Rain stays close to the skin.

Equally seducing and gentle, this fragrance calls for scented equality.

Eau Moderne by Thirdman

Eau Moderne by Thirdman has a pronounced note of bergamot and iris, reviving the whispering neroli and lime combo vibrating with woodsy notes that are hidden in the depths.

We love this eau de cologne because it’s a fragrant shot of energy, fun and the epitome of this worldly life’s freshness

It’s citrusy fragrance done right.

The real enemy of melancholy.

Why Are Unisex Fragrances Growing in Popularity?

• Versatility: Designed for every occasion, season, and personal style—one bottle to share or keep as your signature scent.
• Connection: Unisex perfumes are a top pick for couples or groups who love to share and connect through scent.
• Quality: Many unisex fragrances boast high concentrations of oils, promising long-lasting wear.
• Freedom of expression: Choose your scent based on what you love, not on outdated gender labels.
• Designer & niche options: Trendsetting brands (including niche and luxury houses) are embracing the unisex movement.

This broader appeal is driving global fragrance market growth, with the segment expanding from $56.60 billion in 2024 to $74.76 billion by 2030, led in large part by the growing demand for unisex options (source).

How to Explore and Sample Unisex Fragrances with Scentbird

• Sampling is key—try before you commit! Subscription services like Scentbird let you test an array of premium, authentic unisex scents monthly.
• Curated options: Scentbird offers both designer and niche fragrances, allowing you to match your evolving preferences.
• Discovery sets and samples: Retailers often provide sample sets—perfect for finding your favorite unisex fragrance risk-free.
• Subscription benefits: With Scentbird, you can build a scent calendar, purchase full sizes of scents you love, and enjoy the flexibility of monthly deliveries for just $14.95. Join Scentbird here.
• Luxurious performance: Many unisex fragrances feature moisturizing perfume oils, creating a lasting, luxurious scent experience daily.

Gen Z is driving much of the demand for sampling and customized fragrance experiences, seeking scents that align with their identities and rejecting rigid gender norms.

SMELL AMAZING WITH SCENTBIRD

Each month, try a new scent. Find something that makes you feel sexy, empowered, relaxed…happy!

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For $14.95, Scentbird is your monthly invitation to fragrant elegance, chicness and refinement.

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