What perfume did Queen Elizabeth wear?

Scent can be a powerful thing, evoking memories of people, places, and moments gone by.

Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her life and personality have been explored in depth in order to better understand the monarch.

Since the 96-year-old was such a prominent figure, only a small population ever got to meet her. As a result, questions have abounded over what the Queen was really like in person – including which perfume she wore.

Floris of London is reported to have been her favourite fragrance house, and in 1971 the brand was given the Royal Warrant as Her Majesty’s exclusive perfumers.

Her signature scent was White Rose, a floral yet musky blend of rose, iris, amber, carnation, and jasmine.

The Floris website describes its origin story, saying it was ‘originally created at the Jermyn Street shop by Mr John Floris in the early 1800s’.

Floris Shop Window — *The perfumer is based in Mayfair, where Queen Elizabeth II was born (Picture: Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)*

According to the Mayfair-based retailer: ‘Devoted wearers of the fragrance have included Florence Nightingale, and Lord Admiral Nelson is reported to have bought Floris White Rose for his mistress, Lady Hamilton.’

The Queen wore this iconic perfume on her wedding day, continuing to spritz it on throughout her life.

What perfume did the Queen wear? — *White Rose was Elizabeth II’s wedding perfume, which she continued to wear throughout her life (Picture: Floris)*

Meghan Markle also wore a bespoke Floris blend for her wedding to Prince Harry, continuing the tradition across generations of the Royal Family.

In fact, the perfumers hold their regal connection in such high esteem that they released a special edition scent in honour of Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee earlier this year.

Floris Platinum 22 comprises notes of orris, oat,, lime, and black tea, and is said to be inspired by ‘Her Majesty’s beautiful gardens which surround Her UK residences.’

Another Secret Perfume Favourite of Queen Elizabeth II

Another perfume the Queen was said to be fond of is Guerlain’s L’Heure Bleue, which dates back to 1912 and combines delicate, powdery florals with neroli and tonka bean.

Further notes of note in this long-lasting scent include carnation, cloves, ylang-ylang, bonzoin, musk, and vetiver.

Much like her outlook during over 70 years on the throne, it’s clear that the monarch appreciated a classic with an unexpected twist.