10 grown-up fruity perfumes that smell truly delicious for summer

Our beauty team's favourite fruity perfumes are fresh, elegant, and not at all sickly

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The best fruity perfume will lighten your mood, slice through Monday morning brain fog and transport your mind to sunny climes no matter the season. A universal favourite for all ages and occasions, these perfectly sweet scents are rated highly by our beauty team.

If you’re anything like us, your first foray into fragrance probably began with a juicy little number. Like most 90s teens, a dousing in sickly-sweet Impulse was succeeded by fruity perfumes whose ingredient list read like the menu of a smoothie bar. Like hair mascara and Tamagotchis, most of us outgrew this phase, moving on to the best perfumes for women with headier aromatics and crisp unisex fragrance, so it's no surprise many of us see fruity fragrances as youthful.

"Fruity notes explode at the start of a fragrance, so for a young person who wants a powerful hit of fragrance, they are very attractive," agrees Master perfumer Ruth Mastenbroek. But newer iterations are not all sickly-sweet. "I personally love using fruity notes as they’re so versatile. I’m seeing them used more in high-end fragrances. It’s about how these notes are combined that creates the actual fragrance and tells the story," she adds. If you're looking for a fruity perfume that can work for all ages and occasions, there's no going wrong with our beauty team's top picks.

selection of the best fruity perfumes tested by our Beauty Editor

A selection of the fruity fragrance our Beauty Editor tested 

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10 fruity perfumes, chosen by our beauty team

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Jimmy Choo Rose Passion

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1. Jimmy Choo Rose Passion

Best fruity-floral perfume

Specifications

RRP: £66 / $83 for 60ml
Top notes: Coconut Water
Middle notes: Orchid, Jasmine
Base notes: Sandalwood, Vanilla

Reasons to buy

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Sexy and fun
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Reasonable price point
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Good projection

Reasons to avoid

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Not everyone loves coconut

Jimmy Choo fragrances basically redefined the fruity-floral category at launch back in 2011, offering sensual and grown-up perfumes that also dared to be – whisper it – fun. This scent, which launched in spring '23, very much follows in that grand tradition, blending flowers with lots of delicious fruity things to create a scent that's quite addictive. 

The first thing that'll hit you when you spray this on is definitely the coconut top-note – it's sexy and sunscreen-y in the way only that particular fruit knows how to be. Once that dissipates, a sophisticated white flower blend is what remains on the skin, with a skinlike and sensual hit of warm woods and vanilla. This lasts for a long time, is great value and is incredibly moreish. Unsurprisingly given its warmth, it's a beautiful scent for summer that will work just as well for chilly autumn days when you want a cosy pick-me-up.

Marks & Spencer Discover Intense Nectar & Passionfruit Eau de Toilette

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2. Marks & Spencer Discover Intense Nectar & Passionfruit Eau de Toilette

Best budget fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £12.50 / $15.32 100ml
Top notes: Mandarin, Lemon, Passionfruit, Red berries
Middle notes: Rose, Green notes, Violet, Jasmine
Base notes: Patchouli, Amber, Musk

Reasons to buy

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Great value
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Long-lasting
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Very alluring

Reasons to avoid

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Less overtly fruity than others

This is proof that you don’t need to remortgage your house to enjoy a beautiful scent that is complex and long-lasting. This is part of a new perfume range from M&S, with clearly defined olfactory categories, from citrus to chypre and of course, fruity. Offering some of the best cheap perfumes on the market right now, M&S fragrances are ones to know about. 

The first spritz of this particular perfume opens with a juicy burst of mandarin and sweet passion fruit. Lovely rose perfume notes comes through next, which sits really nicely with the passion fruit and gives it a creamy aroma that lasts for hours. It really is a beautiful, warm and elegant scent, but perhaps less outwardly fruity than others on the list. I love the jade green opaque bottle (although might not be to everyone’s taste). Overall, this is a great everyday fragrance that is extremely reasonably priced.

Jo Loves Ebony & Cassis Parfum

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3. Jo Loves Ebony & Cassis Parfum

Best luxury fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £115 / $120 for 100ml
Top notes: Cedarwood
Middle notes: Blackcurrant
Base notes: Dates

Reasons to buy

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Very long lasting
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Mouthwatering and heady
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Distinctive

Reasons to avoid

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If it's not within budget

Jo Loves is a failsafe place to look for distinctive perfumes that go the distance, and this little number is no different. Inspired by the sticky fruits and smoky spices of perfumer Jo Malone's travels to the Middle East, this scent is a real departure from the crisp styles we typically see from this brand, and we are in love.

The simple list of notes belies a complex perfume, that is at once mouthwatering and a bit mysterious. Using dates as a base note to already syrupy blackcurrant cassis really shouldn't work as well as it does, but the huge hit of wood on top really keeps things from being overly sweet (and ensures this would make one of best men's colognes, too). As a fragrance layering pioneer, Jo Malone CBE advises using scented body buys to give this an extra kick, saying "I always layer products. Using a bath and shower gel, body lotion, and a fragrance in the same scent will help it last longer."

Fresh Sugar Lychee Eau de Parfum

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4. Fresh Sugar Lychee Eau de Parfum

Best mood-boosting fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £78 / $95 100ml
Top notes: Grapefruit, Lime blossom, Amalfi lemon
Middle notes: Lychee, Freesia, Lotus
Base notes: Amber, Sandalwood, Tonka bean

Reasons to buy

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Uplifting 
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Instantly refreshing
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Cult brand 

Reasons to avoid

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Not as long-lasting 

Feeling a bit, well, bleurgh? Try this sherbert-y scent with a citrus twist to perk you up. The grapefruit punches in first, then after a few seconds it’s the lemon that comes to the fore, creating a crisp and fresh element. Citrus notes cut through the air like a knife, so when you’re feeling tired, stagnant and a bit run down, this will certainly lift your spirits. A rival to the best Diptyque perfumes, it is one to try if you want a distinctive and punchy scent.

This cult fragrance was created in 2007, and the idea behind it was to evoke the sweet and addictive essence of sugar. It’s definitely sweet, but the zing that comes with the citrus notes means it avoids saccharine territory. This is a real mood-booster scent that we turn to again and again, ideal for wearing throughout the summer and into winter to mood-boost those grey days. This perfume's only downfall is that it doesn't last quite as long as some others in this guide, but for the truly unique and captivating scent, it is still one of the best fruity perfumes out there.

Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina Libera Eau de Toilette

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5. Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina Libera Eau de Toilette

Best fruity perfume for spring

Specifications

RRP: £78 / $82 for 50ml
Top notes: Pear, Bergamot
Middle notes: Iris Butter, Rose, Plum Nectar
Base notes: Wood

Reasons to buy

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Very pretty and feminine
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Juicy, mouthwatering pear
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Dries down nicely

Reasons to avoid

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Might be too sweet for some

Have you ever noticed how difficult it is to find a perfectly ripe pear? The ideal eating window between gum-shreddingly hard and baby-food mush seems to be about three hours long, but at least Salvatore Ferragamo has captured that juicy just-ripe pear deliciousness in this perfume. Switch out your springtime best perfumes with jasmine for this unmistakably summery scent that will attract all the right attention.

It's crisp yet sweet and mouthwatering at first, but then the stone fruit top dries down into a very elegant floral accord with classic rose and zippy neroli. The whole effect is extremely spring-like, fresh and uplifting – as is the yellow bottle with its sweet little bow. Aside from those who hate sweeter scents, who probably won't like this, Signora Libera feels like a real crowdpleaser. Plus, with its beautiful bottle it's an ideal contender for gifting, if you can bear to give it away. 

Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne

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6. Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne

Best timeless fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £118 / $145 100ml
Top notes: King William Pear
Middle notes: Freesia
Base notes: Patchouli

Reasons to buy

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Good staying power
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Elegant blend
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Very classy - great for gifting

Reasons to avoid

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Less projection than others

If you prefer your fragrances to be less fruit salad, more fruit consommé, this is your gal. This soft, understated interpretation of an English orchard is such a hit it pipped the likes of Pomegranate Noir and Lime, Basil, and Mandarin to the number one spot in our list of the best Jo Malone fragrances, as voted for by customers. 

The first impression is all juicy pears, fresh and faintly sweet, trailed by white freesias and woody patchouli. We love this because, for a fruity fragrance, it’s not at all loud and overbearing. Everything about it is subtle, which makes it a great day-to-day scent. If you're searching for a mature fruity perfume that will never date, this gets our vote as the best timeless scent that will work for all ages.

Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Lily Eau de Toilette

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7. Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Lily Eau de Toilette

Best floral fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £84 / $71 75ml
Top notes: Passionfruit, Lemon, Bergamot
Middle notes: Lily, Rose
Base notes: Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood

Reasons to buy

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Beautiful bottle
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Long-lasting
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Great projection

Reasons to avoid

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Subtle fruity notes

A pretty bottle to hold a pretty juice! This is a very likable, extremely wearable fruity-floral fragrance. It’s the sort of perfume you could blindly buy for someone and be fairly confident it would be gratefully received. Much like the best Sol de Janeiro scents, this is a youthful and captivating perfume that we'd recommend to anyone.

Italian bergamot and passion fruit give the fragrance its initial frothy sweetness but it’s subtle and over in a flash. This is where the floral notes kick in. Lily and rose are the key players and are underpinned by a backdrop of soft musks and sandalwood, which give the fragrance impressive longevity. I misted it on first thing and could still smell it on my skin by the evening - one of the best long lasting perfumes we've used.

Marc Jacobs Daisy Ever So Fresh Eau de Parfum

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8. Marc Jacobs Daisy Ever So Fresh Eau de Parfum

Best long-lasting fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £92 / $134 for 75ml
Top notes: Mandarin essence, Mango & Pineapple Smell-the-TasteTM
Middle notes: Rosewater firad, Orange blossom essence
Base notes: Cashmere woods

Reasons to buy

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Daisy-inspired bottle
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Impressive projection
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Long-lasting

Reasons to avoid

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May be too punchy for some

This is a real rollercoaster of a fragrance, and it’s certainly not your run-of-the-mill fruity scent. The different layers are distinct and clearly marked - the sharp burst of mandarin and pineapple softens into orange blossom essence after a few seconds, before mellowing into its warm, woody (but still fruity) base. One of our favourite scents for summer that we could never get bored of, this has the perfect balance of frutiness and hearty base notes.

Despite both having fruity accords, Daisy Ever So Fresh is bolder and more full-bodied than the original Daisy. Think of the two as distant cousins rather than tight-knit sisters. By the dry down, there are definitely soft and sweet similarities between the two. In Daisy Ever So Fresh, the juicy citrus notes left me feeling energised and ready to face the day, but if softer, more delicate scents are your bag, this might be a little bit too punchy.  

Burberry Her Eau de Toilette

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9. Burberry Her Eau de Toilette

Best fresh and fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £90 / $97 for 100ml
Top notes: Pear, Strawberry, Blackcurrant, Pink pepper
Middle notes: Peony, Honeysuckle, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose
Base notes: Musk, Cedar

Reasons to buy

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Surprising staying power
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Super fresh
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Easy to wear

Reasons to avoid

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More suited to summertime

This makes me crave an ice-cold glass of rosé in the garden. It’s soft, delicate, and easy to love, with a fruity freshness that comes from green pear, enhanced by the translucent pistachio-green juice in the bottle. Burberry scents are true favourites amongst fragrance lovers, and this delicate yet distinctive perfume proves that this is a brand to have on your radar. 

As the fragrance wears on throughout the day, you’ll get a hint of rose and then a lingering woody base. But this really is all about the pear. It stays present throughout, from the first spritz to the lingering dry down. For me, it’s a perfect summery scent, no question. But that’s not to say that spraying this in the depths of a miserable winter wouldn’t bring joy or perk up the senses. In fact, that might be rather lovely. 

Zarko Perfume Youth Eau de Parfum

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10. Zarko Perfume Youth Eau de Parfum

Best unique fruity perfume

Specifications

RRP: £95 / $116.48 100ml
Top notes: Peach, Melon, Apple
Middle notes: Jasmine, Rose, White flowers, Plum
Base notes: Sandalwood, Powdery musk accord, Vanilla

Reasons to buy

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Good projection
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Unique to everyone
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Instantly uplifting 

Reasons to avoid

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May be too sweet for some

While many perfumes that fall under the fruity umbrella have made a concerted effort to shed those adolescent connotations, Zarkoperfume’s Youth leans into it. The idea is that the light, effervescent notes take your mind back to your youth. The first spritz fizzes with sweet peach and apple, and it definitely sparked something nostalgic in me. It brings to mind brightly-coloured bubble bath or those little bath pearls you’d receive from an auntie at Christmas – in a really good way. 

This is a molecular scent, which means it’s formulated in a way that works with your natural body chemistry, so it will smell different from person to person. On me, the peach lingered for hours, with a subtle trail of jasmine and vanilla. The more I sprayed this, the more I grew to love it. If you tend to choose fruity flavors of hand wash and body lotion or your best shampoo and conditioner are fruitily fragranced, chances are you will love this vivacious, uplifting scent.


How we chose the fruity perfume in this guide

As we say in all of our fragrance guides, perfume shopping is incredibly subjective. There aren't definitive measurements by which you can smell a scent and put it into the 'good' or 'bad' camps, so instead we have chosen these fruity perfumes based on a wide range of tastes and preferences across the beauty team, as well as assessing a few factors that might influence whether you, our reader, might enjoy them. These were: 

  • Fragrance style and family
  • Occasion the scent might suit
  • Strength and longevity
  • Packaging and shelf appeal
  • Value for money 

Of the countless scents we tried, every fragrance featured in this guide came out on top for a particular type of buyer, mood or scent preference. We update this edit regularly with any of the latest fruity perfume launches that make the grade, as well as keeping our long-term tried-and-true favorites in the permanent collection. 

How to choose your perfect fruity perfume

This all comes down to personal preference. But if you’re in the market for a new fruity fragrance, whether you're hitting the department store or want to learn how to buy fragrance online, our experts have some great advice:

  • Fruity doesn't always mean sweet: "Just because a fragrance says it has strawberry in it, doesn’t necessarily mean the fragrance will smell of strawberries," explains Mastenbroek. "It may be using the qualities and characteristics of strawberries to add a dose of green freshness and mouth-watering sweetness."
  • Give it time: "Fruity notes don’t often last long, so if you’re choosing a new fragrance, I would always suggest wearing it for an hour or so to make sure you still like it once the top notes have faded," says Mastenbroek.
  • Choose the right notes: "Fruity notes can be off-putting as we get older because when combined with sweet notes like vanilla, they can feel childish or unsophisticated," admits Mastenbroek. "Some elegant fruity notes are citrus, especially grapefruit, combined with floral notes like orange blossom, or as part of a cologne. These combinations can provide a good balance to the comfort and freshness that fruity notes offer."
  • Have fun: "Be creative and remember to have fun," says Malone. "Fragrance can be taken seriously but picking your scent for the day should be joyful - and fruity fragrances are the perfect way to embrace spring and summer too." 
Stephanie Maylor

Stephanie Maylor is a Beauty Editor working across five national magazine titles, with almost 15 years' experience in the industry.  She has written for many brands, including woman&home, Grazia, Now, More!, Fabulous, NW, Woman, Woman's Own, Woman's Weekly, Essentials, Best, Chat, and OK! online. 


In 2010 she launched her own beauty blog, which was shortlisted for Best Beauty Blog in the 2011 and 2012 Johnson & Johnson Beauty Journalism Awards. She has interviewed many high profile industry experts and celebrities including Alesha Dixon, Twiggy and Christina Hendricks. 

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