It Might Be Controversial, But This Emerging Fragrance Is Shaping Up to Be Summer’s Coolest
“I would say that banana perfumes are for those who aren’t afraid to be daring with their perfume choices and embrace the abstract, avant-garde and the wonder that comes with it,” Kowalewski continued. If that sounds like you, keep scrolling to find out more.
What does a banana perfume smell like?
“The banana scent is [...] far more complex than you'd expect,” explained Kowalewski, “It opens with a sharp, almost volatile top note that quickly gives way to a creamy heart, layered with floral nuances: jasmine, clove, even a hint of something animalic,” continues Kowalewski, “Then it softens, like velvet, like the last spoonful of a dessert that's both familiar and impossible to describe.”
Anyone else feeling hungry? To satiate your appetite (at least when it comes to fruity scents), I’ve rounded up an edit of the best banana perfumes. Alongside traditional tropical offerings, you’ll also find unique takes on banana, combining the gourmand note with everything from florals to boozy scents. Get ready to go bananas for these summer perfumes…
The Best Banana Perfumes
1. 27 87 Hakuna Matata Eau de ParfumWhy Trust Us
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