Fragrance Foundation Awards 2018: In Full Bloom

Prestige Fragrance of the Year

The women’s and men’s prestige category comprise scents that retail from $71 to $128 for a 3.4-oz. bottle.

Women’s

1. Nest Fragrances Black Tulip Eau de Parfum, $72 for 1.7-oz. Perfumer: Jerome Epinette for Robertet.
2. Carolina Herrera Good Girl Eau de Parfum, $115 for 2.7-oz. Perfumer:  Louise Turner for Givaudan.
3. Gucci Gucci Bloom Eau de Parfum, $124 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Alberto Morillas for Firmenich.
4. Juicy Couture Viva la Juicy Glacé, $98 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Honoire Blanc for Firmenich.
5. Narciso Rodriguez for Her Fleur Musc Eau de Parfum, $124 for 3.3-oz. Perfumers: Sonia Constant and Calice Becker for Givaudan.
6. Ralph Lauren Woman Eau de Parfum, $110 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Anne Flipo for IFF.

Men’s

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1. Coach for Men Eau de Toilette, $82 for 3.4-oz. Perfumers: Anne Flipo and Bruno Jovanovic for IFF.
2. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Tonic Eau de Toilette, $86 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer Annick Menardo for Firmenich.
3. John Varvatos Artisan Pure, $89 for 4.2-oz. Perfumer: Rodrigo Flores-Roux for Givaudan.
4. Prada Luna Rossa Carbon, $88 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Daniela Andrier for Givaudan.
5. Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette, $94 for 3.3-oz. Perfumer: Dominique Ropion for IFF.

Luxury Fragrance of the Year

The women’s and men’s luxury category honors fragrances that retail at $129 or more for a 3.4-oz. bottle.

Women’s

1. Byredo Velvet Haze, $250 for 3.3-oz. Perfumer: Jerome Epinette for Robertet.
2. Gabrielle Chanel Eau de Parfum, $135 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Olivier Polge.
3. Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Eau de Parfum, $100 for 1.7-oz. Perfumer: Daniela Andrier for Firmenich.
4. Tom Ford F–king Fabulous, $310 for 1.7-oz. Perfumer: Shyamala Maisondieu for Givaudan.
5. Hermès Twilly d’Hermès Eau de Parfum, $130 for 2.87-oz. Perfumer: Christine Nagel.

Men’s

1. Acqua di Parma Colonia Pura, $155 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: François Demachy for Fragrance Resources.
2. Kilian Gold Knight, $295 for 1.7-oz. Perfumer: Pascal Gaurin for IFF.
3. Cartier L’Envol de Cartier, $115 for 2.7-oz. Perfumer Mathilde Laurent.
4. Viktor & Rolf Magic Sage Spell Eau de Parfum, $190 for 2.5-oz. Perfumer: Marie Salamagne for Firmenich.
5. Tom Ford Oud Minérale, $230 for 1.7-oz. Perfumer Shyamala Maisondieu for Givaudan.

Fragrance of the Year: Popular

For the first time, men’s and women’s fragrances are grouped together in the Popular category honoring scents that retail for less than $70 for a 3.4-oz. bottle.

1. Elizabeth Arden White Tea Eau de Toilette, $52 for 3.3-oz. Perfumer: Rodrigo Flores-Roux for Givaudan.
2. Glossier You Eau de Parfum, $60 for 1.7-oz. Perfumers: Frank Voelkl and Dora Baghriche for Firmenich.
3. Original Penguin Iconic Blend, $65 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Michelle Defina for IFF.
4. Shawn Mendes Signature Eau de Parfum, $59.50 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Celine Barel for IFF.
5. Victoria’s Secret Love Eau de Parfum, $68 for 3.4-oz. Perfumers: Mark Knitowski, Patricia Bilodeau and Meredith Griffith for Symrise.

Indie Fragrance of the Year

This award spotlights the artistry and perfumery of niche brands.

1. Phuong Dang Artist, $500 for 3.4-oz. Perfumers: Phuong Dang, Mark Buxton and Bertrand Duchaufour.
2. Maison Trudon Bruma, $190 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Antoine Lie for Takasago.
3. Maison Trudon Deux, $190 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Lyn Harris for Robertet.
4. Maison Trudon Mortel, $190 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Yann Vasnier for Givaudan.
5. House of Potentia Amber God, $175 for 1-oz. Perfumer: Frank Voelkl for Firmenich.

Breakout Star

Spotlighting fragrances that have shown consistent growth for up to five years after launch.

1. Dior Sauvage Eau de Toilette, $95 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: François Demachy.
2. Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk, $126 for 3.4-oz. Perfumers: Jacques Cavallier and Marie Salamagne for Firmenich.
3. Miu Miu Eau de Parfum, $94 for 1.7-oz. Perfumer: Daniela Andrier for Givaudan.
4. Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede Cologne, $135 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Christine Nagel for Mane.
5. Tory Burch Eau de Parfum, $126 for 3.4-oz. Perfumers: Jean Marc Chaillan and Sophie Labbe for IFF.

Fragrance Hall of Fame

Honoring heritage fragrances that have resonated with consumers for many years.

1. Bath & Body Works Cucumber Melon Fine Fragrance Mist, $14 for 8-oz. Perfumer: Kari Arienti for Givaudan.
2. Curve for Men Cologne Spray, $54 for 4.2-oz. Perfumer: Jean-Claude Delville for IFF.
3. Philosophy Amazing Grace Eau de Toilette, $49 for 2-oz. Perfumer: Cecile Hua for Mane.
4. Lancôme Trésor Eau de Parfum, $59 for 1-oz. Perfumer: Sophia Grojsman for IFF.

Home Collection of the Year

The home collection category recognizes the scents created for bath, body and home.

1. Diptyque 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Hourglass Diffuser 2.0, $175. Perfumer: Olivier Pescheux for Givaudan.
2. Commodity Book Candle, $55. Perfumer: Ketrin Leka for Robertet.
3. Maison Margiela Replica Jazz Club Candle, $62. Perfumer: Alienoir Massenet for IFF.
4. Nest Fragrances Sugar Cookie Reed Diffuser, $44. Perfumer: Aurore Mane for Mane.
5. Tocca Voyage Home Collection Valencia Hand Wash, $20. Perfumer: Natasha Cote for Givaudan.

Consumer Choice

This category gives consumers the chance to vote for their favorite fragrances that launched in 2017.

Women’s

1. Bath & Body Works at the Beach Fine Fragrance Mist, $14.50 for 6-oz. Perfumers: Jerry Caiazzo and Clement Gavvary for IFF.
2. Carolina Herrera Good Girl Eau de Parfum, $115 for 2.7-oz. Perfumer: Louise Turner for Givaudan.
3. KKW Fragrance Crystal Gardenia, $60 for 2.5-oz. Perfumer: Nicole Mancini for Givaudan.
4. Katy Perry Indi Eau de Parfum, $59 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Caroline Sabas for Givaudan.
5. Lancôme La Vie Est Belle L’Éclat Eau de Parfum, $94 for 1.7-oz. Perfumers: Anne Flipo and Dominique Ropion for IFF.
6. Victoria’s Secret Love Eau de Parfum, $68 for 3.4-oz. Perfumers: Mark Knitowski, Patricia Bilodeau and Meredith Griffith for Symrise.

Men’s

1. Coach for Men Eau de Toilette, $82 for 3.4-oz. Perfumers: Anne Flipo and Bruno Jovanovic for IFF.
2. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Tonic Eau de Toilette, $86 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Annick Menardo for Firmenich.
3. Prada Luna Rossa Carbon, $88 for 3.4-oz. Perfumer: Daniela Andrier for Givaudan.