What Perfume Does Rihanna Wear?

There’s a long-standing internet obsession with how Rihanna smells, and for good reason - even I'm obsessed with this phenomenon. Celebrities, journalists, and doting fans alike have all said the same thing after being near her: ‘she smells like heaven’. And I want to know her secret.

From Lil Nas X to Cardi B to Jim Parsons, so many people have claimed that Rihanna has the best scent in the room, so much so that tracking down her go-to perfume has become quite the beauty mystery online, especially on TikTok. Some fragrance brands have even gone as far as using AI tools to make it seem like the Umbrella star personally endorses their perfume. No shade, but we highly doubt Riri’s signature scent is a £30 bottle from TikTok Shop.

What Perfume Does Rihanna Actually Wear?

The most talked-about fragrance in Rihanna’s perfume collection is By Kilian Love, Don’t Be Shy. It’s been widely confirmed as one of her long-time favourites, especially after a 2016 video surfaced of her friend revealing the scent, with RiRi joking in the background about keeping it a secret.

For those that have smelt it, you’ll know that this perfume is the ultimate sweet, sexy gourmand. It’s warm, comforting, and a little bit addictive. Think notes of marshmallow, orange blossom, honeysuckle, vanilla and caramel. All the sweet and sensual notes you can only imagine Bad Gal Rihanna to wear.

It’s basically a grown-up candy cloud, equal parts flirtatious and feminine and we are obsessed.

But What Is The Hype?

Aside from the celeb endorsements, it’s a scent that lingers. It’s distinctive. It doesn’t smell like everyone else, and maybe the price tag has a part to play in that. However, it is a scent that leaves an impression. That’s a huge part of why people are so obsessed with Rihanna’s scent, it now feels personal to her. A signature. Something uniquely unforgettable - and let’s be honest: who doesn’t want that?

But here’s the thing, the By Kilian Love, Don’t Be Shy perfume will set you back over £200 a bottle. For 100ml of the luxury fragrance, it retails at a jaw-dropping £355. It’s luxurious, yes, but it’s not accessible for everyone.

Described by the brand itself, they write: ‘Love Don’t Be Shy is a scent that tells the story of the first blushes of young romance, Kilian’s Love, Don’t Be Shy eau de parfum displays a sweet innocence atypical of the subversive perfumer. Heady florals like neroli and orange blossom bring the butterflies, while soft marshmallow adds a gourmand twist to the bouquet, resulting in an indulgent fragrance that will have the object of your affections falling head over heels.’

At Bbare, we’re all about feeling, and smelling like the best version of you. And while we don’t offer a Love, Don’t Be Shy dupe in our fragrance collection, we *do* think Rihanna would absolutely love our Vanilla Rose scent.

Introducing: Vanilla Rose by Bbare

If Love, Don’t Be Shy is a caramelised marshmallow dream, Vanilla Rose is her sultry older sister.

She’s soft, feminine, and beautifully balanced, blending creamy vanilla with delicate rose petals and just a whisper of musk. Romantic and grounded, it’s the kind of fragrance that feels like a memory waiting to happen. It’s a direct dupe of the fragrance Roses Vanille by Mancera, Vanilla Rose is an amber vanilla fragrance aroma that opens with the delicious juicy scent of calabrian lemon, accompanied by the sweet aroma of rose water and sugar.

It’s effortlessly elegant with a just-stepped-out-of-a-luxury-hotel vibe. Not too sweet. Not too powdery. Just right and very Riri.

We formulated Vanilla Rose for those who love a signature scent that lingers on skin, scarves, and pillowcases… the way all the best perfumes do.

The Takeaway Final Thoughts

Whether you’re chasing Rihanna’s signature scent or just want to smell unforgettable, the key is choosing a fragrance that makes you feel like you, but better. And while we may not perfume pod Love, Don’t Be Shy (yet), we think our Vanilla Rose would be right at home on Rihanna’s shelf

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