We’ve shopped the best of British fragrance brands to bring you our edit of the top scents to invest in as souvenirs during your trip. Sought-after labels include Penhaligon’s, Jo Malone, Miller Harris and Atkinsons, all flying the flag high for Britain
Penhaligon’s
Blenheim Bouquet eau de toilette, £88, Luna eau de toilette, £128, and Endymion Concentré eau de parfum, £128
With its fragrances all crafted in England, this British brand has two royal warrants. Inside a Penhaligon’s boutique you will find exquisite scents, from classic fragrances such as Blenheim Bouquet and Bluebell to the new romantic duo, feminine Luna and masculine Endymion Concentré.
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Jo Loves
Mandrine fragrance and Gardenia fragrance, £110 each
Founded in 2011, the Jo Loves brand features a range of fragrances, scented candles and body products, using only the finest of ingredients. These are combined to deliver an unexpected, unique twist. Mandrine, the latest launch, captures the essence of summer in a bottle, with juicy citrus notes of bitter orange and lemon leaf seasoned with parsley and thyme.
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Ormonde Jayne
Rose Gold parfum, £340, exclusive to Harrods, and Tolu parfum, £110 at Harrods
We can’t get enough of Ormonde Jayne’s range of luxury perfumes, especially the brand’s new Rose Gold edition, with its heady mix of Taif rose absolute, orange blossom, carnation, sandalwood and oud, which together create a very seductive, opulent scent.
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Jo Malone
Lime Basil & Mandarin cologne, £85, and Black Cedarwood & Juniper cologne, £85
Who doesn’t love a Jo Malone fragrance? One of the world’s most renowned fragrance brands, Jo Malone has a huge celebrity fan base, and it’s easy to see why. With a range of 28 unique fragrances and counting, there’s something to suit everyone. You can also create your own unique scent with a fragrance combining consultation service in store, which will introduce you to the art of layering fragrances.
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Burberry
Mr Burberry eau de toilette, £48, and My Burberry eau de parfum, £47
Burberry fragrance bottles alone get our vote. The brand’s men’s and women’s fragrances have become staples on our dressing table. The My Burberry range is a particular favourite; it is inspired by the label’s classic trench coats and captures the essence of a London garden after the rain.
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Atkinsons
Her Majesty the Oud, £150, and Lavender on the Rocks, £120 at Harrods
Dating back to 1799, Atkinsons is one of Britain’s best-loved and oldest perfume houses. It offers a wide range of fragrances for men and women, with the emphasis on luxury perfumes. We’re fans of the quirky British names such as Oud save the Queen, 24 Old Bond Street and the British Bouquet.
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Miller Harris
Lyn Harris studied in Paris and then in Grasse before founding Miller Harris in 2000. With each scent in the collection based on the finest of ingredients, the unique and sophisticated fragrances combine tradition and innovation. Head to the store to shop the impressive range which includes three particularly acclaimed scents ‒ La Fumée Intense, Cassis en Feuille and Citron Citron.
Miller Harris, 14 Monmouth Street, London WC2H 9HB, +44 (0)20 7836 9378
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Original price / Tax Refund (approx.)British fragrance brands are having a moment, and their wide variety of scents make appealing souvenirs, from citrusy blends to new-generation oud scents. Click through our round-up to find the best of British perfume heritage brands to pick up on your travels in the UK
