Queen Elizabeth's Favorite Perfume Will Definitely Surprise You (2024)
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Members of the royal family are known for setting many a sartorial trend. Whether it was Kate Middleton reinventing the modest wedding dress or Meghan Markle championing the cape gown, the royal stamp of approval makes for an instant classic. But what about their tastes for the ephemeral—specifically, the personal scent?
You can't see perfume or cologne, but it leaves an indelible mark on the memory. Not to mention it can elevate just about any outfit, moment, or mood. The right spritz can put a bounce in one's step or make one feel utterly sophisticated—so there's no better group of individuals to model one's fragrance tastes after than the regal ladies of the royal family.
Much like her future daughter-in-law, Princess Diana picked a soft white floral scent for her wedding day in 1981. The late Princess of Wales wore Houbiquant's Quelques Fleurs, a sumptuous blend of tuberose, jasmine, lily of the valley, and rose to marry Prince Charles.
Lubin, a storied French fragrance house (and one of the nation's oldest) uncovered a formula for the fragrance that they made for the Queen prior to her death. So in 2011 they created a reincarnation with a mix of rose, jasmine, cinnamon, incense, and sandalwood, and named it Black Jade. If wealth were a smell, it would certainly be this.
Grace Kelly famously wore a fragrance from Creed, a royal favorite since 1780, to marry Prince Rainier of Monaco. Her husband-to-be had in fact commissioned Fleurissimo as a wedding day gift for his bride. The aristocratic spritz dries down to a bouquet of tuberose, violet, iris, and Bulgarian rose.
Queen Elizabeth reportedly wears Guerlain L'Heure Bleue, a spicy citrus with a powdery dry down. It's been a classic for the fragrance house ever since the scent was created in 1912.
Queen Elizabeth reportedly wears Guerlain L'Heure Bleue, a spicy citrus with a powdery dry down. It's been a classic for the fragrance house ever since the scent was created in 1912.
1. Penhaligon's Bluebell. This is a fragrance that has long been rumoured to have been one of Diana's favourites (to the point where it's difficult to find the original source), a mix of citrus notes, hyacinth and bluebell.
According to multiple outlets, including Harper's Bazaar and Marie Claire, Kate Middleton's signature scent is the Jo Malone London Orange Blossom Cologne. She adores this aroma so much, in fact, that the candle version was lit as she walked down the aisle during her wedding!
I alternate between a few scents,” she declared, before confirming, “I love Oribe Côte d'Azur Eau de Parfum”. A long-lasting perfume with notes that suit you is a must-have and Oribe's Côte d'Azur scent would make a lovely gift for someone who wants a transporting scent with floral notes.
For her wedding to Prince William, the now Princess of Wales, Catherine Middleton, is said to have worn a springtime scent of buttery florals — White Gardenia Petals, by niche British perfumer Illuminum. The scent promptly sold out everywhere and is now quite difficult to come across.
Floris London was commissioned to create a special royal wedding scent for Meghan, duch*ess of Sussex, back in 2018. Sadly it wasn't ever made available for the general public to buy, however, it was thought to be inspired by the brand's Beramotto di Positano perfume.
Traditionalist William is said to favour Blenheim Bouquet by Penhaligon's ($250, 100ml). The fragrance created for the Duke of Marlborough in 1902 contains notes of pine, musk and black pepper. Apparently Prince Philip was also a fan, along with Penhaligon's Hammam Bouquet ($250, 100ml).
Clive Christian No.1 holds the title for the most expensive perfume in the world. It is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and the use of rare and precious ingredients sourced from around the globe. This luxurious perfume not only exudes opulence but also captivates the senses with its rich and unique fragrance.
Queen Elizabeth wore Guerlain L'Heure Bleue, a spicy citrus with a powdery dry down. It's been a classic for the fragrance house ever since the scent was created in 1912.
For her wedding to Prince William, the now Princess of Wales, Catherine Middleton, is said to have worn a springtime scent of buttery florals — White Gardenia Petals, by niche British perfumer Illuminum. The scent promptly sold out everywhere and is now quite difficult to come across.
The perfume that Diana accidentally spilled was her favourite scent: Quelques Fleurs. It was launched in 1912 by the Parisian perfume house, Houbigant, and features notes of jasmine, rose and bergamot.
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Throughout her lifetime, she wore notable ensembles by fashion companies including Versace, Armani, Chanel, Dior, Gucci and Clarks. Catherine Walker was among Diana's favourite designers with whom she worked to create her "uniform" for royal work.
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