Top 10 Best-Selling Perfumes in the World

Perfume is big business, with the global fragrance market worth over $40 billion annually. Some perfumes stand out above the rest, dominating sales year after year as consumer favorites worldwide. Here are the top 10 best-selling perfumes in the world.

1. Chanel No. 5

Released in 1921, Chanel No. 5 remains the world's most iconic and best-selling perfume. Its vibrant floral scent combines rose, jasmine, sandalwood, and citrus notes. Chanel No. 5's universal appeal and alluring femininity have made it a top seller for decades. The famous perfume was created by Coco Chanel and perfumer Ernest Beaux.

1. Miss Dior by Christian Dior

First hitting the market in 1947, Miss Dior honors couturier Christian Dior's sister. The elegant floral-chypre fragrance features notes of gardenia, galbanum, jasmine and patchouli. Miss Dior has maintained immense popularity worldwide for over 70 years, cementing its status as a top perfume.

1. Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel

Chanel strikes again with another global top seller in Coco Mademoiselle. Released in 2001, this rich, woody floral contains orange, rose, jasmine and vetiver notes. Coco Mademoiselle's vibrant, feminine scent caters to contemporary tastes while retaining the sophistication expected from Chanel.

1. J'Adore by Dior

J'Adore brings a shimmering, golden floral scent to Dior's perfume portfolio. Notes of rose, jasmine, and magnolia give a feminine, sensual quality. The iconic bottle and memorable advertising further propelled J'Adore to the top of sales charts after its 1999 launch.

1. L’Eau d’Issey by Issey Miyake

The clean, aquatic fragrance of L'Eau d'Issey broke gender norms when it debuted in 1992. Crisp notes of citrus, freesia, and melons make it light yet distinct. Both men and women embraced this trendsetting perfume that remains a global favorite.

1. Shalimar by Guerlain

Perhaps the most iconic oriental fragrance, Shalimar, was created in 1925. Its rich blend of floral and leathery scents comes from rose, jasmine, vanilla, and tonka bean. Shalimar's luxurious, alluring quality set the standard for oriental perfumes that still outsell most other fragrance categories.

1. Bleu de Chanel by Chanel

Chanel struck gold again in 2010 with its unisex mega-seller Bleu de Chanel. The woody, aromatic scent for men contains notes of incense, ginger, citrus, vetiver, and sandalwood. Bleu de Chanel modernized Chanel's offerings while appealing to male and female consumers worldwide.

1. Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana

Launched in 2001, Dolce & Gabbana's Light Blue exudes Mediterranean freshness. Lemon, apple, and jasmine give an uplifting, carefree vibe. The fashion house's first major perfume success, Light Blue's summery scent, has resonated with consumers globally year after year.

1. Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf

Flowerbomb's explosion of floral notes like jasmine, freesia, and rose packed in a diamond-shaped bottle captivated consumers upon its 2005 release. This sweet, potent perfume with woody undertones remains wildly popular, cementing Flowerbomb's status as a contemporary classic.

1. Eternity by Calvin Klein

First hitting the market in 1988, Eternity demonstrates enduring mass appeal. The green, floral scent containing notes like lavender, violet, and mandarin has stood the test of time. Eternity's timeless yet romantic formula makes it a consistent top seller for Calvin Klein.

These ten fragrances have earned devoted fans worldwide, making them consistently successful year after year. Their unique yet broadly appealing scents have etched them into the list of all-time best-selling perfumes.