The biggest trend in scent just got a brightening springtime upgrade! Introducing vanilla citrus scents, the ideal combination of zesty and sweet. Whether you're looking to smell like your favorite lemon dessert or you're after a transportive, tropical fragrance to intro warmer weather, vanilla citrus has you covered. These transformative scents walk the line between fresh and sweet. And each offers a sun-soaked, clean scent mingled with your favorite grounding gourmand notes.
Vanilla Gets Zesty
Gourmand fragrances have been at the forefront of perfume for well over a year now, and the latest projections indicate it's not slowing down. And as we've been turning to sweet scents, our palettes have gotten more complex. We're asking more from our vanilla perfumes these days, including that they take us from winter to spring and beyond. That means we're looking for something bright and uplifting in these traditional grounding and warm scents.
And with citrus, you get the perfect balance of zesty brightness that marries beautifully with a sweet scent like vanilla. The result is the perfect lemon cake, a bright open sky in Italian bergamot country or the light tropical island breeze. No matter what sort of springtime scent you're looking for, this elevated scent combo can take you there.
Our Favorite Vanilla Citrus Scents
Vanilla Citrus Scents Are Perfect for Spring
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This citrus-forward gourmand is everything you love about a lemon cake, with bright lemon and lemon blossom giving way to an indulgent vanilla and praline sweetness.
BUY NOW - $32
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This dreamy fragrance sets a coastal scene, with effervescent citrus clementine and mandarin that settles into an effortless cassis, magnolia and vanilla landscape.
BUY NOW - $94
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Unlike a typical sweet vanilla, Les Infusions de Vanille forwards a unique blend of musks and citrus to create a woody impression that makes it the perfect genderless perfume.
BUY ON SEPHORA - $190
BUY ON NORDSTROM - $190
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This cheerful fragrance lights up like a sunny day with zesty and clean lemon notes that settle into the embrace of toasted vanilla bean and sweet musk.
BUY NOW - $139
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This romantic scent wears like an embrace, with bright citrus and juicy fruit notes that settle into a rich gourmand, anchored by tonka bean and praline.
BUY NOW - $55
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This ambery fragrance is a sultry exposé on vanilla, weaving in luscious green pear and bright bergamot to create a fresh and welcoming gourmand.
BUY NOW - $87
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Delicate and juicy clementine brings this romantic scent to life, before diving into warm vanilla and clean magnolia for a long-lasting scent.
BUY NOW - $132
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This uplifting scent introduces a sweet and citrusy grapefruit balanced with fresh lime and cedarwood, made warm and cozy with Madagascar vanilla.
BUY NOW - $48
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An instant tropical vacation, this sun-soaked scent brings the bright zest of bergamot and lemon to a more sea-side venue, with creamy coconut and sweet vanilla orchid.
BUY NOW - $90
