This Floral-Citrus Note Evokes an Expensive Italian Villa, and It's In All of My Favorite Perfumes

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, orange blossom, grapefruit, petitgrain, amber, vetiver, cedar, musk

Le Labo's Bergamote 22 Eau de Parfum maintains the true essence of bergamot. Described as "fresh, clean, and fizzy," the genderless scent combines the star fragrance note with sweet orange blossom, zippy grapefruit, and grounding amber, cedar, and musk. In my humble opinion, it's even better (and more original) than the brand's iconic Santal 33.

Customer review: "Bergamot is a compelling, mysterious scent. Anywhere I go wearing this scent, people wonder what it is. It’s my new signature scent for summer, and I’ve bought many a bottle for my friends."

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, orange blossom, hinoki

Here's another must-have scent that pairs bergamot with orange blossom—it's a killer combo. It's no wonder that it smells similar to the aforementioned Le Labo perfume (albeit with less staying power, which is not uncommon when comparing an eau de parfum to a body mist. In my opinion, the price difference more than makes up for it). The addition of hinoki, or Japanese cypress, gives it a certain zen-like quality. Fresh and clean, it's pretty much the perfect scent to wear day to day.

Customer review: "This smells amazing! It’s light and not too overpowering! I bought it today and have already received two compliments on how good I smell! Definitely will buy this again!"

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, grapefruit, jasmine, Earl Grey tea, musk

"Windows Down" was the perfect name for this perfume. Light, fresh, and breezy, it does, in fact, remind me of driving with the windows down on a cool summer evening. It evokes freshly washed skin, clean laundry, and the scent in the air after a heavy rain.

Customer review: "I have been wearing Windows Down for almost a year, and it has remained absolutely delightful! I blindly bought it in the spring and was blown away by the gorgeous, bright citrus and grounding tea notes. It’s like sunshine in a bottle!"

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, green mandarin, orange blossom, lavender

True to theme, this perfume was designed to evoke "long Mediterranean summers." It's crafted with a blend of juicy citrus notes (including bergamot), orange blossom, and lavender. Consider this to be the haute couture take on a traditional bergamot and/or citrus scent.

Customer review: "This is amazing, so refreshing! Perfect balance between citrus and floral scent. I'm obsessed with this perfume! Is perfect and I can smell it all day long!!"

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, vanilla, neroli

This isn't your basic vanilla scent. Sure, it's warm and sweet, but it also has a woody, ambery, spicy note to it. I can see why some people say it reminds them of vanilla extract—there's a subtle bite to it that other vanilla scents traditionally lack. The floral-citrus scent of bergamot is what strikes me first, then comes the honeyed neroli, and finally, the vanilla itself. Once it dries down, it has a light, second-skin effect.

Customer review: "This was my first Prada perfume, and I loved it. If used properly, the scent is long-lasting and smells high-end but not in a grandma way. It has sweet floral notes. I got the travel size and am only 1/4 way through after using it for 2 months. Perfect for events."

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, petitgrain lemon, fresh spices, white musk

To me, this is the perfect example of an iconic, French-girl perfume. The chic, gold-topped bottle belongs front-and-center on a vanity, yet it doesn't take itself too seriously...the liquid inside is "lively, sunny, and fresh." It's all thanks to a subtle hint of ginger, cardamom, and pink peppercorn. Together, these fresh spices lend it a lively vibe. I can't help but feel some "joie de vivre" when I wear it.

Customer review: "I love everything about this perfume!!! On me, it starts off citrusy and sweet- but as it settles into my skin it turns warm and sexy. It last all day, and I always get complimented when I wear it."

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, grapefruit, blackcurrant bud, dry woods, cashmere wood, ambergris accord, balsam fir, woody spices, tonka bean

Fun fact: This is technically marketed as a men's cologne, but in my opinion, it's genderless. Even if it wasn't, I tend to wear any scent I love, regardless of whether it's traditionally feminine or masculine in nature. The top notes, bergamot and grapefruit, shine through before the middle notes of wood and amber creep up. The base notes of spice and tonka bean give it a warm, creamy finish. To me, it's strong, confident, and utterly cool.

Customer review: "Very nice citrus scent lasts a long time, great quality, I'm glad I got it."

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, orange blossom, tuberose, vanilla, white musk, cedarwood

Fans of soft, traditionally feminine fragrances will love this one. It's a true floral scent that has a soft touch of citrusy bergamot. This perfume has been in my collection for years because I find it to be so elegant and sophisticated...I think I can credit the white floral notes, especially tuberose, for that.

Customer review: "The most perfect fragrance I have tried. It’s so girly and floral, with sweet notes. I’m in love with this perfume and highly recommend it for everyday use. The bottle is so cute and beautiful! The scent will not disappoint you, and it will last all day."

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, lemon, mandarin, bell pepper, lime, grapefruit, cardamom, muguet, ginger, black pepper, spearmint, cedar, amber woods, musk, sandalwood

When I say this smells "green," I mean it. It delivers a verdant, herby scent that smells like trailing ivy or budding leaves, thanks to notes like spearmint and bell pepper (unique, right?). The citrusy top notes—bergamot, lemon, and mandarin—elevate it with a juicy freshness, so that it stays light and bright, not veering into "damp undergrowth" or "vegetable patch" territory. If you like other herby and earthy scents like Phlur's Father Figure or Maison Margiela's From the Garden, you'll love this one.

Customer review: "Bright citrus was the immediate thought upon smelling this, but as it dries down, I definitely picked up on the cedar and sandalwood. Citrus stays bright on my skin, love the bell pepper note, I think it really does give it something special."

Fragrance notes: Bergamot, cedarwood, oud

I'm humbly crowning this genderless scent as the most interesting on the list. The deep, intense oud is perfectly complemented by the bright, citrus-forward bergamot. While I wouldn't have ever thought to combine the two contrasting notes (I guess that's why I'm a beauty editor and not a perfumer), I find the result to be well-balanced.

Customer review: "The scent is undeniably delightful! It screams sophistication and when initially applied, gets some really good feedback."