The 5 everyday fragrances owners love most (and one costs under $40)

Glossier You is designed to smell like your skin, only better. Its notes of musk, ambrette and iris create a soft, warm scent that sits close to the body. Owners often say it gets compliments from people standing near them without filling a room.

That subtlety makes it ideal for work and daily wear. The trade-offs: it's quiet, so some people find it fades on them faster, and the scent varies by skin chemistry. A solid version is available for touch-ups. It also makes a thoughtful present; see our best gifts for women.

Wood Sage & Sea Salt is one of Jo Malone's best sellers. It blends ambrette seeds, sea salt and sage into a fresh, airy scent that feels like a walk on a windy beach. It's clean and versatile, and many owners describe it as their go-to for work.

Jo Malone fragrances are designed to be layered, so you can pair it with something warmer in winter. The trade-offs are price and longevity: as a cologne concentration, it fades faster than richer perfumes, so you may need to reapply. Smaller bottles are available.

Replica Lazy Sunday Morning captures the feeling of clean laundry and slow weekend mornings. Notes of pear, lily of the valley, iris and white musks create a soft, clean scent that suits work and weekends.

Owners love how comforting and inoffensive it is, and it's one of the most popular fragrances in the Replica line. The trade-offs: as an eau de toilette, it's light and may need reapplying, and some find the musk too subtle. Travel sizes make it easier to try first, and the scent is easy to pair with others in the Replica line.

Santal 33 is one of the most recognizable niche fragrances of the past two decades. Its blend of sandalwood, cedarwood, cardamom, iris and leather is woody and smoky, with a creamy warmth that works for any gender.

Owners praise its longevity and distinct character. The trade-offs are price and popularity: it's expensive, and some people find it so widely worn that it no longer feels unique. Try a sample before buying a full bottle. Pair it with a classic accessory from our best everyday jewelry picks.

Cheirosa 62 is the scent of Sol de Janeiro's famous Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, sold as a perfume mist. Notes of pistachio, salted caramel and vanilla create a warm, sweet scent that owners describe as cozy and fun.

The mist is lighter than eau de parfum, making it easy to spray generously after a shower. Owners also like the bright bottle and the matching body cream. The trade-offs are short longevity and a gourmand profile that's sweeter than our other picks. It's also a crowd-pleasing gift; see our best holiday gift ideas.