Take It From Me: These Body Sprays Are the Most Affordable Way to Smell Expensive

I'm not trying to boast, but I get a lot of compliments on how I smell.

From strangers on the train to my fellowBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK editors, barely a day goes by when someone doesn't ask me what perfume I'm wearing, and they're surprised to hear that usually I'm not wearing a perfume at all, but in fact, it's a luxury body spray.

As someone who works in beauty, I have to admit that I own a lot of fragrances. From heavier ouds to lighter florals and sweet gourmand scents, I've invested in many luxury fragrances over the years. And although I love them all, I don't love the dent they leave in my bank account. Luckily for me, a growing number of luxury perfume houses are now offering some of their most popular scents in the form of (much more affordable) body sprays.

Luxury body sprays, including: Dior Beauty, Kayali, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Phlur, Chanel Beauty, Fenty Beauty, Jo Malone London

(Image credit: Dior Beauty, Kayali, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Phlur, Chanel Beauty, Fenty Beauty, Jo Malone London)

Whilst eau de parfums and eau de toilettes will always have a place on my dressing table because of their stronger staying power, as I start thinking about my lineup of spring perfumes, body mists have an undeniable edge. These lightweight mists are better suited to warmer weather, not to mention that they're more affordable, easy to layer and convenient to take with you on the go.

So, whether you're looking to get your hands on a cult scent for less, prefer a more delicate perfume experience or desire a lighter perfume that won't be too overpowering as the weather warms up, I've rounded up the best luxury body sprays on the market right now. Trust me: I'm an expert in this.

The Best Luxury Body Sprays

1. Best Luxury Body Spray Overall: Jo Malone English Pear Freesia Body Mist, £48
2. Best Long-Lasting Luxury Body Spray:
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Body Oil Spray, £85
3. Best Expensive-Smelling Body Spray:
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Fresh Moisture Mist, £46
4. Best Floral Luxury Body Spray:
Dior Miss Dior Silky Body Mist, £51
5. Best Sweet Luxury Body Spray:
Phlur Vanilla Skin Body Mist, £25

1. Jo Malone London English Pear Freesia Body Mist

2. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Fresh Moisture Mist

3. Rare Beauty Find Comfort Body Hair Fragrance Mist

4. Kayali Lovefest Burning Cherry 48 All Over Body Spray

5. Fenty Fragrance Parfum Hair + Body Mist

6. Phlur Vanilla Skin Body Mist

7. Dior Miss Dior Silky Body Mist

8. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Scented Body Oil Spray

9. Diptyque Do Son Body Mist

10. Jo Loves Grapefruit a Fragrance Body Mist

11. Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 59 Body Fragrance Mist

12. Ouai St Barts Hair and Body Mist

13. Tom Ford Soleil Blanc All Over Body Spray

14. Ellis Brooklyn Sand Fragrance Body Mist

What Is a Body Spray?

The main difference between eau de parfum (EDP), eau de toilette (EDT) and body sprays lies in their fragrance oil concentration, which affects their intensity and longevity. EDPs have the highest perfume oil concentration of the three (usually between 15-20%), which makes them richer and perfect for all-day wear with a staying power of six to eight hours and sometimes even longer.

EDTs are slightly lighter, usually lasting anywhere between three and six hours. This is because they have a lower concentration of 5-15% fragrance oil. Body sprays have the lowest longevity (around one to three hours), as their oil concentration typically doesn't rise above 5%. This, however, makes them easier to layer, more adjustable to hot weather and a great choice for those looking for a more subtle and understated signature scent.

What Are the Benefits of a Body Spray?

When it comes to choosing a fragrance, body sprays are often overlooked. However, there are many benefits to choosing a body spray over your regular perfume. With most luxury scents priced from £100 up, a body spray is a great way to enjoy a high-end fragrance experience without having to splash out.

Even if you still decide to invest in an EDP or EDT, a body spray iteration of the same scent in a much more economical way to take on the go and boost your perfume throughout the day. The lighter composition of a body spray also makes it better suited to those who prefer a softer scent for everyday use.

Finally, as we head into the warmer months, heat can cause the molecules in your fragrance to break down quicker, which can alter the scent profile and lead to a distorted smell. The lower perfume oil concentration in a body spray will adjust better to your natural body temperature than a heavier scent and leave you smelling fresher for a lot longer.

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Brittany Davy
Editorial Assistant