13 Sweet Perfumes That Won't Give You a Headache
Sugar, spice, and everything nice.
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I'm not ashamed to admit I own over 150 fragrances. I'm easily swayed by notes that make me smell sophisticated, energetic, and spicy. However, my fragrance collection is as expansive as a department store aisle and my star players are, without a doubt, the sweet scents that leave me smelling edible, fresh, and flirty. Sweet perfumes have always had a bad rap, as the mere thought of anything "sweet" evokes memories of cheap, childish body mists and sprays that smelled like candy, apples, and sugary vanilla.
Shop our top picks for sweet perfumes of 2023
There's nothing wrong with smelling delectable, but sweet perfumes have received a mature update that's inviting, seductive, and alluring enough to leave a trail behind. After perusing my own stash, I scoured the net to find the 15 best gourmand scents to add to your collection.

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