This is the largest category, making up almost three-fourths of all feminine perfumes. There are six subdivisions in this group.
Floral
Examples: Poison, Chloe, Delicious, Beautiful, Jardin de Bagatelle, Joy, Sublime, Paris, White Shoulders
Floral Aldehyde
These are new synthetic fragrances not found in nature. They are sparkling, sharp, elegant and powerful. Examples: Chanel No. 5, Calandre, First, Red, Nahema, White Linen
Floral Fresh
This is one of the fastest growing categories in feminine perfumes today. It is depictive of freshness with pineapple, mandarin, peach, plum, raspberry, apricot and apple. Examples: Bacio, Tribu, Calyx, Nicole Miller, Lauren, Liz Claiborne, Romeo Gigli, Pleasure, Design, Listen, Escape, Amarige, Senso
Floral Fruity
Delicate spring-like freshness with subtle citrus notes. Examples: Anais Anais, Moods, Destiny, Amour Amour, Calyx
Floral Ambrey
Denoted as heavy, warm and sweet. Examples: Bijan's DNA, Tiffany, Oscar de la Renta, L'Heure Blue
Floral Oriental
Exotic florals with spices, balsams and resins. Examples: Coco, Bijan, Venezia, Moschino, Escada, Vanderbilt, Chloe, Narcisse, Bob Mackie, Alfred Sung E.N.C.O.R.E. Diamonds