Testing vintage money products is my profession, and in addition to that, I’m extremely passionate about perfumes. The allure of quality fragrances captivates me as much as it does you!
Therefore, I’ve made myself for this article to my perfume closet and picked out my noble favorites. And for the men’s fragrances, I got active support from my boyfriend and asked him about his favorites.
As always, I keep all articles up to date. That means when new, trendy old money perfumes are released, and they meet my quality and design standards, I include them. So you can always be sure that these are the best, most exquisite and noble fragrances on the market – with something for every budget.
My All-Time Favorite 25 Old Money Perfumes
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Best Fragrances for Women
1. Tom Ford Black Orchid Eau de Parfum
- A luxurious and sensual unisex fragrance of rich, dark accords and an alluring potion of black orchids and spice
- Jasmine, Gardenia, Blackcurrant, Lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin, Tuberose
- Not Tested On Animals
This perfume’s appeal starts with the bottle. It’s an elegant black and gold, inspired by early-1900s elite architecture.
As for its scent, the black truffle, effervescent bergamot, and woody patchouli make it truly intoxicating!
This is my all-time favorite & I wear it almost everyday!
2. Xinu Copala
If you’re looking for a fragrance that’s both elegant and exotic, the Copala from Xinu is perfect. The strong earthy scents of Mexican vanilla beans, copal resin, pink pepper, and mesquite wood are surefire attention-grabbers.
3. Robert Piguet Fracas Eau de Parfum
What customers say:
"This is everything I’ve ever dreamed of. It’s the most beautiful scent."
- Floral
- Long Lasting
Since its initial release over 70 years ago, this perfume has captivated the rich and famous for decades.
It’s a flowery scent composed of jasmine, tuberose, lily of the valley, jonquil, and pink geranium. Light-weight and great for everyday!
4. Eauso Vert Sintra
With its blend of scintillating lemon, floral, Provence lavender, sandalwood, and musk scents, this perfume exudes sophistication!
5. Federic Malle Carnal Flower Eau de Parfum
What customers say:
"This fragrance is a masterpiece and there are plenty reviews of it elsewhere"
- Natural Ingredients
- Eau de Parfum
- Suitable for both daytime and evening wear
- The heart of the fragrance features tuberose, jasmine, and ylang-ylang, exuding a rich and opulent floral bouquet.
- Base notes of musk, coconut, and cedar contribute to a warm and sensual undertone that lingers on the skin.
Looking forward to an important anniversary or a long-awaited date night?
Then the Carnal Flower Eau de Parfum is the sophisticated, yet edgy, fragrance you need!
The highlights of this floral fragrance are jasmine, white musk, and tuberose.
A unique, unforgettable scent you’ve never smelled before. Hard to resist!
6. Chanel No°5 Eau de Parfum
- Made in France
- Long lasting
- Celebrities first choice
Making its debut over 100 years ago, Chanel No°5 is as historically rich as they come.
It’s a floral fragrance highlighted by jasmine, sandalwood, and aldehydes that was Marylin Monroe’s perfume of choice.
7. Vilhelm Parfumerie Dear Polly Eau de Parfum
Distance is nothing to the heart: The scent of black tea, brewed just how she likes it, and the crispness of morning light, slowly easing away the night that still clings to the senses. Ceylon black tea immediately warms the skin while sensuous musk simmers below.
- Scent Type: Tea, Ambery, Musk
- Slightly Feminine
- Made in France
For us, what makes this perfume unique is the base scents: Apple and black tea? How does that even work? Yet, they blend perfectly—to our surprise as well as yours! Paired with musk, this green herbaceous fragrance is great for a casual brunch gathering.
8. Roja Parfums Roja Haute Luxe
This perfume oozes luxury with its jewel-encrusted bottle. The contents are also infused with gold flakes, which give it even more grandeur. Fancy much?
9. House of Bo Rosario Parfum
House of Bo’s Rosario caresses the nose with a citrusy scent, followed by a floral and sensual incense aftertone. It achieves this through pomegranate, coriander, and lemon primofiore tones, among others.
This fragrance comes in a beautifully handcrafted bottle.
10. Decorte Kimono Urara Eau de Toilette
This fruity floral scent consists of melon, waterlily, jasmine, and musk fragrances that’ll have your friends dying to know where you got it! The transparent pink bottle is emblazoned with an elegant ribbon that gives it great aesthetic appeal.
11. Hermes Un Jardin sur le Toit Eau de Toilette
What customers say:
"This is my all time favorite. Is delivered quickly and Hermes best scent IMO…"
You know that blissful feeling you get when you’re in a vast garden taking a stroll through the apple trees? This work of art from Hermes is a beautiful blend of fruity notes, including apple, pear, and magnolia, making you revisit that sensation.
12. Parfums de Marly Oriana Eau de Parfum
- Top notes Manderin, Bergamot, Grapefruit
- Heart notes Orange Blossom, Blackcurrant Raspberry
- Base note Marshmellow, Musk
Girls are always on the search for an ultra-feminine fragrance perfect for those girl-nights out.
If that’s you, look no further than this perfume! With lovely highlights of: black currant, marshmallow, and cream. It’s also encased in a bright pink bottle you can use as a decorative piece once it’s empty.
13. Krigler Chateu Krigler 12
Worn by Hollywood icon and Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly, the Krigler 12 has quite the history. The scent’s highlights are lily of the valley, musk, rose, almond, and violet.
14. Guerlian Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic Eau de Toilette
What customers say:
"I have always been a Chanel au tendre girl but as I have gotten older, perfumes do not smell the same on me. This is a beautiful balance of citrus and floral that smells fantastic."
- Long Lasting
If you’ve ever been to the Sicilian countryside, you know how breathtaking it is. With its notes of citrus, cedarwood, green tea, orange blossom, and black currant, this fragrance will take you there without having to leave town.
15. Clive Christian No.1 Feminine
Known for its all-gold bottle and No.1 moniker, this perfume from Clive Christian is a manifestation of elite supremacy. This complex fruity scent has notes of plum, Madagascan vanilla, white peach, and pimento.
Best Fragrances for Men
16. Grand Master Extrait de Parfum
The Neiman Marcus Grand Master Extrait de Parfum’s opening act is notes of rose water and black currant. They then give way to wild violet, rose, coffee, and incense fragrances. All this is encased in a black chess piece-inspired package that’s fit only for royalty.
17. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum
- Amber and woody floral aura
- Notes: Grandiflorum jasmine from Egypt, saffron, bitter almond from Morocco, cedarwood, musky wood accord, ambergris.
When you see crimson and gold, you associate them with prestige and royalty. Baccarat Rouge used the perfect blend of these colors on the bottle containing cedarwood, jasmine, ambergris, and saffron fragrances.
18. Krigler Oud for Highness 75 Eau de Parfum
Created in honor of the king of Jordan in the mid-70s, the Krigler Oud for Highness 75 takes the phrase “fit for royalty” to the next level. It emanates confidence and power with its strong oud, honey, and saffron scents.
19. Tom Ford Neroli Portofino
Right off the bat, the Neroli Portofino’s ocean blue and gold box is a treat for the senses. The citrusy floral scents inside are even more indulgent.
20. Shalini Parfum Jardin Nocturne Parfum
This perfume’s bottle is a sight to behold and is worth the purchase on its own. The blend of saffron, oud, and jasmine it contains is also sure to turn heads and fascinate noses.
21. Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
There aren’t many things that emanate prestige than a man commandeering his yacht. With its sea salt, ambrette seed, and wood sage scents, this fragrance will give off that vibe for sure.
22. The Inimitable William Penhaligon
This award-winning fragrance combines jasmine, bergamot, incense, and cedar to perfection. What really sets this cologne apart: its golden ram head bottle cap.
23. Aventus by Creed
- Dry Woods, Fresh & Citrus Fruity Fragrance
- Not Tested On Animals
- 50ML
This niche fragrance is all about exclusivity. It uses expensive ingredients like bergamot, Moroccan jasmine, and ambergris, along with others to achieve a unique scent. It also comes in a sophisticated bottle and only a limited amount is in stock.
24. Armani Prive Rose d’Arabie
If you enjoy the finer things in life, the Giorgio Armani brand needs no introduction. They outdid themselves with this exquisite cologne, using exotic scents like Damascus rose and Arab wood. The jet black bottle and gold bottle also adds to the perfume’s luxurious aura.
25. Tom Ford Soleil Blanc
Tom Ford crafted this luxury fragrance with the aim of making you feel like you have a tropical island in a bottle. It’s a creamy blend of almonds, coconut milk, and tonka beans that’s an absolute joy to the senses.
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