February 6, 2025, 12:24 pm | Read time: 4 minutes
Which perfume did you or your mom wear in the 90s? Bet it’s one of these nine fragrances? The 90s produced some really great perfumes that still have a considerable fan base today.
Perfumes have the power to remind us of a beautiful place, a special situation or a loved one in a matter of seconds as soon as we smell them. But there are also perfumes that are iconic for an entire decade, which are still available to buy today and have long since achieved cult status. Typical of the 90s: fruity, fresh notes! Nostalgia is guaranteed with these nine fragrances from the 90s.
Overview
“Tommy Girl” by Tommy Hilfiger (1996)
“Tommy Girl” by Tommy Hilfiger is a fresh, floral-citrusy fragrance with a very youthful, sparkling and light character. It’s no surprise that this fragrance was on the wish list of many young girls in the 90s. Sporty, uncomplicated, and versatile, this fragrance is perfect for everyday wear. Many associate it with a carefree, cheerful attitude to life. A truly typical 90s perfume.
“Cool Water Woman” by Davidoff (1996)
“Cool Water Woman” by Davidoff is THE summer fragrance of the 90s. It starts with fresh, fruity watermelon and lemon. This is followed by a floral, light note of water lily and lily of the valley. The base remains a gentle, slightly warm fragrance, but still fresh thanks to vetiver and sandalwood.
“Laura” by Laura Biagiotti (1994)
“Laura” begins with a delicate, fruity-fresh note of watermelon and peach, which is not too sweet. In the heart note, a romantic floral bouquet unfolds, avoiding any sense of being stale or heavy. The base provides a soft, powdery warmth with musk and vanilla, which rounds off the fragrance wonderfully.
“All About Eve” by Joop? (1996)
“All About Eve” by Joop is a sweet, spicy and slightly oriental fragrance that stands out from the many fresh and aquatic perfumes of the 1990s. It opens with a crisp green apple that is fresh, slightly tart and sweet at the same time. A gentle floral note develops in the heart. The special feature is the combination of cinnamon and vanilla, which makes the fragrance warm, spicy and slightly gourmand. The base is cozy and soft with tonka bean and musk.
“Classique” by Jean Paul Gaultier (1993)
Everyone is sure to recognize this iconic bottle! And the contents are just as feminine as the bottle. It begins with a fresh citrus note, which quickly blends with warm, spicy orange blossom and star anise. The heart note becomes more seductive with ginger and floral notes that give the fragrance a warm, slightly oriental depth. In the base, a creamy vanilla unfolds, combined with amber and sandalwood.
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“Trésor” by Lancôme (1990)
“Trésor” by Lancôme is celebrating its 35th birthday this year. It is a romantic, warm and powdery floral fragrance that stands for pure elegance and femininity. Despite the peach and apricot in the top note, the fragrance is not tangy, but rather creamy and soft. The floral heart note brings a powdery elegance. Rose, iris and violet give the fragrance a sophisticated feel. A warm, enveloping blend of vanilla, amber and sandalwood develops in the base.
“Escada” – Escada (1990)
Every summer, Escada releases a new fragrance in the familiar bulbous bottle. The original dates back to 1990 and bears the simple name “Escada”. Pineapple, mango and peach in the top note exude a summer mood. This fruity freshness is rounded off in the heart note with floral, slightly sweet aromas of jasmine and lily of the valley, which make the fragrance even more playful. A soft, woody warmth of sandalwood and musk remains in the base, making the fragrance pleasantly wearable and not too sweet. Although the original fragrance has been discontinued, fans can still delight in the annual flankers.
“CK One” by Calvin Klein (1994)
“CK one” was one of the first unisex fragrances and, with its simple, fresh composition, had a strong influence on the fragrance world of the 90s. The subtle fragrance continues to captivate to this day. Clean and minimalist, ideal for everyday wear. The notes include bergamot, lemon, mandarin, papaya, pineapple, cardamom, jasmine, rose, lily of the valley, violet, nutmeg, musk, amber, cedarwood, and oakmoss.
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“Angel” by Thierry Mugler (1992)
Gourmand fragrances are omnipresent today. In the 90s, perfumes with edible notes were still in short supply. “Angel” by Thierry Mugler is considered a pioneer in this respect. It has a sweet, warm, and heavy scent, and, as is typical for a gourmand, it is very long-lasting. The chocolate-caramel-patchouli blend makes it a real statement fragrance.