Earthy perfumes for the great outdoors

1. PHANTOM BY PACO RABANNE 

If you like your earthy perfumes to stand out then you seriously need Phantom in your life. Paco Rabanne’s compelling scent is packed with unusual notes of floral lavender, sweet vanilla and fresh lemon. Whether you’re dining alfresco, or stuck at work wishing you were, this perfume suitable for both! Its energising and intense . Phantom is one of those outdoor fragrances that will have you sneaking whiffs of your own clothing for hours on end! Did we mention the robot-shaped bottle looks great on the bedside table, too? 

2. PEPPERED EARTH BY THE PERFUME EDIT 

Peppered Earth is The Perfume Edit’s ode to the outdoors. Why? Because it has long-lasting notes of pink pepper and jasmine mixed with the added warmth of patchouli for an enveloping, cosy feel. The perfect mossy woods scent, it will see you through everything from your morning commute to long hikes (like we all do every weekend, right?). 

3. UN JARDIN SUR LE TOIT BY HERMES 

Prefer your earthy perfumes on the fresher side? Then you’ll love Un Jardin Sur Le Toit by Hermes! Inspired by a secret roof garden in the heart of Paris (makes sense), it’s no surprise that this intoxicating unisex fragrance mixes herby greens with fruity and floral notes. From its beautiful ombre glass bottle to the gorgeous scent of apple, pear, rose and magnolia inside, everything about this perfume is appealing.  

4. FLOWERBOMB BY VIKTOR&ROLF  

The name says it all! Viktor&Rolf’s Flowerbomb takes you straight to a bloom-filled meadow with every spritz. Plus, it’s one of those outdoor fragrances that smells not only of floral notes, but woods and leaves, too. The feminine bouquet of freesia, jasmine, rose and orchid is deepened with amber and patchouli – stopping this iconic perfume from being anything too traditional.  

5. OLYMPEA SOLAR BY PACO RABANNE 

With a creamy, bright blend of orange blossom, ylang-ylang and Tiare flower, Olympea Solar is a reminder of radiant, sunny days spent outside! It has a warm and lingering summers afternoon aroma thanks to sparkling solar notes. And we would expect nothing less from Paco Rabanne! Easily one of our favourite ‘memory-making’ outdoor scents, we just can’t get enough of this uplifting perfume!   

6. FUSION D’ISSEY EXTREME BY ISSEY MIYAKE 

Been wondering which perfume smells like spring air and sunshine? Fusion d’Issey Extrême is it! Taking inspiration from nature, this masculine fragrance by Issey Miyake is a captivating mix of volcanic woods, spicy cardamom, zesty bergamot and uplifting solar notes. If you’re looking for an earthy perfume for outdoor activities this summer, Fusion d’Issey Extreme fits the bill. 

7. NOMADE JASMIN NATUREL INTENSE BY CHLOE  

Of all the outdoor fragrances in this round-up, Nomade Jasmin Naturel Intense by Chloé is the feminine scent that’ll instantly make you think of adventures in the great outdoors. Mentally transporting you into the heart of the mountains, this intensely, long-lasting eau de parfum contains notes of jasmine, date, pear accord, vanilla and creamy sandalwood. Wherever you choose to wear it on your travels, this crowd-pleasing perfume is a guaranteed compliment magnet! 

8. EXPLORER BY MONTBLANC  

For fans of outdoor scents who prefer to wear something a little more masculine, meet this eau de parfum by Montblanc. Explorer, inspired by journeys around the world, combines notes of fresh green bergamot, rich vetiver and patchouli for a woody-aromatic fragrance. If you want to smell like you’re ready to take on everything from your morning commute to mountainous terrain (yes, really), try this brilliantly versatile scent ASAP! 

9. CK ONE BY CALVIN KLEIN 

When it comes to earthy perfumes that need no introduction, Calvin Klein’s instantly recognisable CK One tops the list! This ever-classic unisex fragrance has green lushness running through it, thanks to its refreshing note of green tea. The combination of mandarin orange, papaya, bergamot, and lemon, along with musk and amber, is what makes it ideal for both you and your partner.  

10. J’ADORE PARFUM D’EAU BY DIOR 

Ah, J’adore by Dior, what a timeless perfume! Its new iteration, d’Eau, takes a light-as-air approach to the enduring composition with a water-based, alcohol-free formula. Just as intense and long-lasting as the original, a blend of neroli, jasmine and magnolia evokes the smell of a fresh flower garden. Spray it once and it’s almost like you’re there! It’s also the kind of easy-to-wear outdoorsy scent you can call on every day.  

About Ros Kirby

Copywriter

Ros Kirby has worked as a copywriter for over 10 years, covering make-up, skin, hair, fragrance and more. Currently hooked on morning jogging, she spends the evenings binge watching dramas on Netflix and discovering the latest hero beauty products to add to her stash. The perfume that’s always in her basket? Narciso Rodriguez For Her – it’s a cult classic that never gets old!