Experience the essence of the 852 first-hand with local perfumes in Hong Kong.
If you’re scratching your head trying to find the perfect romantic gift, why not consider a bespoke scent from a local Hong Kong perfume brand? Fragrances have the unique ability to evoke memories, making them one of the most thoughtful presents you can give. Instead of opting for the usual selections from big fragrance boutiques, you can consider homegrown perfume brands, as they’re experts in bottling the city’s soul and creating aromatic masterpieces for every individual. From elegant aromas to refreshing unisex fragrances, take a look at our top picks of perfumes in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong in a bottle: Exploring local perfume brands
1. Floriography
Despite the diversity of plants and flowers throughout the region, Asia’s perfume culture often leans more towards “big brands”. After discovering the wealth of fragrances in Hong Kong and across wider Asia that remained unexplored, the founders of Floriography embarked on their perfumery journey. One of Floriography’s primary goals is to encapsulate the aromas they cherish, especially those that evoke the unique flora of the continent. Its signature bottles include the comforting aroma reminiscent of an old bookstore, as well as the serene moment of sipping tea under the osmanthus trees nestled within East Asia’s valleys.
Shop Floriography online or at various stockists across Hong Kong.
2. One Day
Transport yourself to dynamic cities around the globe through One Day’s extraordinary scents. This inventive Hong Kong-based perfume house encapsulates the essence of cities like London, Seoul, and Amsterdam in evocative fragrances. In particular, One Day’s “Ethos of Cities” collection intricately captures each city’s unique energy in perfumes, complete with vivid backstories. Experience the cocoa and coffee culture of Seoul, or immerse yourself in Christmas Eve in London with notes of whisky and cigars. One Day also offers a tea-inspired range of fragrances, presented in sleek bottles. With its luxurious yet minimalist packaging and illustrative scents, One Day provides a sensory escape.
Shop One Day online.
3. Bathe to Basics
Harnessing the power of organic elements, Bathe to Basics promises to create self-care products that are truly natural. Its signature basic perfume is a testament to this commitment, blending essential oils from a variety of botanicals. Each of these is infused into organic cane alcohol, resulting in scents that are entirely free from synthetic ingredients. Not only are these fragrances gender-neutral, they’re also made right here, locally. And it doesn’t stop there: Bathe to Basics’ skin-friendly scents come in recyclable packaging, aligning with a broader vision of environmental consciousness. As a result, these heavenly fragrances are just as gentle on the skin as they are pure in their composition.
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Bathe to Basics has stores in Central and Tsim Sha Tsui.
4. Fragrance House
Add a dash of vibrancy to your life with the lively scents from Fragrance House. Expertly combining ingredients, Fragrance House crafts over 30 fragrances spanning woody, floral, and sweet notes. Among its offerings, the popular Pavilion White Tea collection stands out, radiating a soft, elegant, and enduring citrusy bergamot scent. The colourful packaging of Fragrance House also adds a fun flair to your perfume collection. Made right here in Hong Kong, its bottles are designed to lift your mood and enrich any occasion, whether it’s an intimate gathering or a bustling house party.
Shop Fragrance House online or at various stockists across Hong Kong.
5. Lurve
Stirring emotions through the power of scent, Lurve’s fragrances are the passionate creations of two ambitious ’90s girls. Founded in 2020 with the aim of promoting self-care and an appreciation for life’s finer details, the Hong Kong perfume brand has quickly made a mark. Its minimalist yet soothing fragrances, such as the nostalgic “Tea Time”, are thoughtfully designed and produced, from start to finish, right here in the 852. Through its sophisticated and artisanal scents, Lurve provides an escape from everyday life and invites you on a journey of self-discovery, one whiff at a time.
Shop Lurve online and at various stockists across Hong Kong.
6. Floroma
Founder Jane’s passion for perfumery shines through in every Floroma fragrance, with each one capturing a spark of imagination in fresh floral scents. Having received training in France, Jane is fully committed to the art of perfumery and never settles for anything less than excellence. Among Floroma’s collection, the best-selling Osmanthus perfume is particularly noteworthy for its unique ability to evoke nostalgic memories of autumn. However, Floroma’s scent-sational journey extends beyond women’s fragrances – the brand also proudly offers a range of men’s perfumes, all crafted to embody masculine charm and maturity.
Shop Floroma online.