Looking for a strong perfume that’ll linger lovingly on your skin from morning ’till night? Well, fragrance fans – you’re in the right place. At The Perfume Shop, our range of strong fragrances (commonly named ‘intense’ perfumes) will take your scent wardrobe to a whole new level!
WHAT MAKES A FRAGRANCE ‘STRONG’?
When it comes to strong perfumes, it’s all about the concentration of the fragrance oils. The more oil a perfume contains, the more potent and long-lasting the aroma.
Parfum is stronger than all other perfumes. The crème de la crème of the fragrance world, Parfum usually contains around 20% concentrated oils – although they can be as high as 30%. As a result, these intense perfumes can be pricier, but they are oh-so-worth it.
Then there are Eau de Parfums, which contain a concentration of between 12-18%. Eau de Parfums typically last between 4-5 hours – perfect for dates, nights out, and occasions when you want everyone to know which perfume you’re wearing!
WHAT MAKES STRONG PERFUMES SO SPECIAL?
Strong perfumes, or intense perfumes, offer a more powerful, robust, and complex take on what is usually an already well-established fragrance.
So, say you have an Eau de Toilette that you can’t get enough of, but it doesn’t last on your skin quite as long as you would like, then an intense perfume or stronger version may be just what you need.
To help you find your signature scent, take a look at our top 10 strong perfumes for women: there’s something here for everyone!
1. GUILTY INTENSE BY GUCCI
Gucci’s Guilty Intenserewrites everything you know about strong perfumes with the vibrancy of juicy mandora and temperately sweet lychee. Enhanced by the mysterious sensuality of dark plum and empowering woody notes, this long-lasting scent is bursting with feminine intensity. With a single spritz, you’ll feel ready to take on anything.
New for 2023, Sì Intense is already flying off the shelves! Staying true to its iconic predecessor, Sì, it’s a sensual and feminine fragrance, blending fresh blackcurrant nectar with a floral rose heart. Sweet vanilla and smoky black tea create a new, deeper intensity that makes a long-lasting statement with every spritz.
All the beauty and femininity of the original scent, Prada Paradoxe, but with added power. The addition of delicate Jasmine flower and vibrant Amber accord lift this fragrance to a whole new intoxicating level. If you’re looking for an empowering perfume that leaves an intense, head-turning trail, pop this one in your basket ASAP!
Unleash your dark side with this sensual scent. Suave vanilla and black sesame blend with a burst of orange blossom and tuberose for a deep and captivating scent experience. A woody blend of vetiver and patchouli at the heart transforms this enigmatic fragrance into the blackest, most intense underground flower. The L’Interdit rangeis a tribute to bold femininity, so if you’re feeling bold and ready to express yourself, this one’s got your name written all over it!
Not all strong perfumes are powerful; Joy Eau de Parfum Intense by Dior is as soft and gentle as the original, but it features more rich and complex notes. As a result, it’s charming and inviting – one of those scents you remember from the very first spray! Notes of jasmine and neroli give it an undeniable feminine appeal, whereas the citrus brings it to life with an addictive intensity.
Rose Naturelle Intense may be a completely natural, vegan-friendly fragrance, but it’s as full-bodied as strong perfumes come. The gentle whisper of the emblematic and woody rose combines with smoky, vanilla-tinged oak, cedar and a base of creamy vanilla to reveal a free-spirited fragrance that’s fresh, pure and perfect to wear all year round.
Who doesn’t love that magical warm feeling of the sun on your skin and the soft light of a summer sunset? Versace Yellow Diamond Intense encapsulates that very feeling in a sunny yellow bottle. An intense concentration containing notes of citron, pear sorbet, bergamot and neroli which blend into orange blossom and jasmine petals at the heart and a final touch of musky, amber wood at the base. For those days when you’re feeling energetic and bright, spritz this long-lasting fragrance for that extra skip in your step.
Spritz like the Queen you are with Q by Dolce&Gabbana! Fresh Sicilian lemons combine with contrasting sweet and sour notes of cherry, giving this delicious fragrance a refined, yet bold aroma. Enriched and empowered by a strong, woody base, Q will leave a long-lasting trail of powerful feminity wherever you go.
Magnetic. Captivating. Distinctive. Zesty mandarin is lifted by juicy notes of blackcurrant and bergamot, melting into a trio of jasmine and creamy vanilla, creating this sensual and addictive scent. Born in Roma Donna Intenseis inspired by night-time in the eternal city, so it’s the perfect perfume to take you from day to night without losing its staying power. Magnifico!
A luxuriant ambery symphony that gradually reveals its contrasting notes. Coco Chanel opens with a citrus note of Sicilian Mandarin, revealing a voluptuous heart of Jasmine Absolute, heightened with touches of Ylang-Ylang from the Comoros and Tunisian Orange Blossom. A captivating harmony that leaves behind a vibrant trail of Indonesian Patchouli, Tonka note and Benzoin.
Lorna is a Freelance Copywriter with a passion for fragrance, beauty and skincare, sustainability and outdoor adventure sports. She famously quit her office job to spend more time with her cat and counts her favourite perfumes as Mugler Alien and Ralph by Ralph Lauren.
10 strong perfumes for women
Looking for a strong perfume that’ll linger lovingly on your skin from morning ’till night? Well, fragrance fans – you’re in the right place. At The Perfume Shop, our range of strong fragrances (commonly named ‘intense’ perfumes) will take your scent wardrobe to a whole new level!
WHAT MAKES A FRAGRANCE ‘STRONG’?
When it comes to strong perfumes, it’s all about the concentration of the fragrance oils. The more oil a perfume contains, the more potent and long-lasting the aroma.
Parfum is stronger than all other perfumes. The crème de la crème of the fragrance world, Parfum usually contains around 20% concentrated oils – although they can be as high as 30%. As a result, these intense perfumes can be pricier, but they are oh-so-worth it.
Then there are Eau de Parfums, which contain a concentration of between 12-18%. Eau de Parfums typically last between 4-5 hours – perfect for dates, nights out, and occasions when you want everyone to know which perfume you’re wearing!
WHAT MAKES STRONG PERFUMES SO SPECIAL?
Strong perfumes, or intense perfumes, offer a more powerful, robust, and complex take on what is usually an already well-established fragrance.
So, say you have an Eau de Toilette that you can’t get enough of, but it doesn’t last on your skin quite as long as you would like, then an intense perfume or stronger version may be just what you need.
To help you find your signature scent, take a look at our top 10 strong perfumes for women: there’s something here for everyone!
1. GUILTY INTENSE BY GUCCI
Gucci’s Guilty Intense rewrites everything you know about strong perfumes with the vibrancy of juicy mandora and temperately sweet lychee. Enhanced by the mysterious sensuality of dark plum and empowering woody notes, this long-lasting scent is bursting with feminine intensity. With a single spritz, you’ll feel ready to take on anything.
Gucci
Guilty Pour Femme
Eau de Parfum Intense Spray
50ML – £84.15
Gucci
Guilty Pour Femme
Eau de Parfum Intense Spray
90ML – £119.86
2. Armani Sì Intense
New for 2023, Sì Intense is already flying off the shelves! Staying true to its iconic predecessor, Sì, it’s a sensual and feminine fragrance, blending fresh blackcurrant nectar with a floral rose heart. Sweet vanilla and smoky black tea create a new, deeper intensity that makes a long-lasting statement with every spritz.
Armani
Si Intense
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
50ML – £60.35
Armani
Si Intense
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
100ML – £79.90
Armani
Si Intense
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
30ML – £43.34
3. Prada Paradoxe Intense
All the beauty and femininity of the original scent, Prada Paradoxe, but with added power. The addition of delicate Jasmine flower and vibrant Amber accord lift this fragrance to a whole new intoxicating level. If you’re looking for an empowering perfume that leaves an intense, head-turning trail, pop this one in your basket ASAP!
Prada
Paradoxe Intense
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
50ML – £89.26
Prada
Paradoxe Intense
Eau de Parfum Refillable Spray
30ML – £63.75
4. L’Interdit Intense by Givenchy
Unleash your dark side with this sensual scent. Suave vanilla and black sesame blend with a burst of orange blossom and tuberose for a deep and captivating scent experience. A woody blend of vetiver and patchouli at the heart transforms this enigmatic fragrance into the blackest, most intense underground flower. The L’Interdit range is a tribute to bold femininity, so if you’re feeling bold and ready to express yourself, this one’s got your name written all over it!
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5. JOY EAU DE PARFUM INTENSE BY DIOR
Not all strong perfumes are powerful; Joy Eau de Parfum Intense by Dior is as soft and gentle as the original, but it features more rich and complex notes. As a result, it’s charming and inviting – one of those scents you remember from the very first spray! Notes of jasmine and neroli give it an undeniable feminine appeal, whereas the citrus brings it to life with an addictive intensity.
DIOR
JOY by Dior
UNKNOWN for her
50ML – £88.41
DIOR
JOY by Dior
UNKNOWN for her
90ML – £123.26
6. ROSE NATURELLE INTENSE BY CHLOÉ
Rose Naturelle Intense may be a completely natural, vegan-friendly fragrance, but it’s as full-bodied as strong perfumes come. The gentle whisper of the emblematic and woody rose combines with smoky, vanilla-tinged oak, cedar and a base of creamy vanilla to reveal a free-spirited fragrance that’s fresh, pure and perfect to wear all year round.
Chloé
Rose Naturelle Intense
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £63.76
Chloé
Rose Naturelle Intense
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £85.01
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7. Yellow Diamond Intense by Versace
Who doesn’t love that magical warm feeling of the sun on your skin and the soft light of a summer sunset? Versace Yellow Diamond Intense encapsulates that very feeling in a sunny yellow bottle. An intense concentration containing notes of citron, pear sorbet, bergamot and neroli which blend into orange blossom and jasmine petals at the heart and a final touch of musky, amber wood at the base. For those days when you’re feeling energetic and bright, spritz this long-lasting fragrance for that extra skip in your step.
Versace
Yellow Diamond Intense
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £33.99
8. Q by Dolce&Gabbana
Spritz like the Queen you are with Q by Dolce&Gabbana! Fresh Sicilian lemons combine with contrasting sweet and sour notes of cherry, giving this delicious fragrance a refined, yet bold aroma. Enriched and empowered by a strong, woody base, Q will leave a long-lasting trail of powerful feminity wherever you go.
Dolce&Gabbana
Q by Dolce&Gabbana
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £73.11
Dolce&Gabbana
Q by Dolce&Gabbana
Eau de Parfum Spray
100ML – £102.01
Dolce&Gabbana
Q by Dolce&Gabbana
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £31.87
9. Born in Roma Donna Intense by Valentino
Magnetic. Captivating. Distinctive. Zesty mandarin is lifted by juicy notes of blackcurrant and bergamot, melting into a trio of jasmine and creamy vanilla, creating this sensual and addictive scent. Born in Roma Donna Intense is inspired by night-time in the eternal city, so it’s the perfect perfume to take you from day to night without losing its staying power. Magnifico!
Valentino
Born In Roma Donna Intense For Her
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £89.26
Valentino
Born In Roma Donna Intense For Her
Eau de Parfum Spray
100ML – £123.26
Valentino
Born In Roma Donna Intense For Her
Eau de Parfum Spray
30ML – £63.76
10. COCO CHANEL BY CHANEL
A luxuriant ambery symphony that gradually reveals its contrasting notes. Coco Chanel opens with a citrus note of Sicilian Mandarin, revealing a voluptuous heart of Jasmine Absolute, heightened with touches of Ylang-Ylang from the Comoros and Tunisian Orange Blossom. A captivating harmony that leaves behind a vibrant trail of Indonesian Patchouli, Tonka note and Benzoin.
CHANEL
COCO
Eau de Parfum Spray
35ML – £63.76
CHANEL
COCO
Eau de Parfum Spray
50ML – £88.41
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About Lorna
Copywriter
Lorna is a Freelance Copywriter with a passion for fragrance, beauty and skincare, sustainability and outdoor adventure sports. She famously quit her office job to spend more time with her cat and counts her favourite perfumes as Mugler Alien and Ralph by Ralph Lauren.
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