As conversations about gender equality continue, perfumers like Erika Shumate, CEO and co-founder of Pinrose, say that this theme will also carry over to the realm of fragrances, in the form of unisex scents. "Over the past year, we've seen the market pushing what has been gender-normatively deemed as more male notes — wood, lavender and citrus blends," she says. "I see this trend continuing this spring and into fall as well."

To bring both masculine and feminine notes to your signature fragrance this spring, Shumate recommends Pinrose Lil Dipper, $65, as it tops traditionally male notes with an irresistible (and not to mention feminine) peony note.

Scentbird co-founder Mariya Nurislamova says indie perfumers are still leading the way as they offer exotic scent experiences in comparison to department store counterparts. "Perfume lovers are still discovering the wide-open palates and bold choices in niche indie lines," she says. "Luxury stores are offering more and more niche lines at their perfume counters and the major designer lines are now in the habit of offering more artisanal releases mixed in with their flagship fragrances."

For a unique fragrance experience you won't forget, Nurislamova recommends investing in rare perfumes like Mystic Pearl by Raw Spirit, $40-$90, which treats your senses to real South Sea pearls, an element that's rarely seen in fragrances.

With beauty companies taking the customizable beauty movement to a whole new level through personalized shampoos and skin care products, fragrance companies are now getting in on the action, incorporating elements inside fragrances that are unique to each customer. "Lines that blend in the client's own personal body chemistry to complete the fragrance profile will continue to gain interest," Nurislamova says. "Subscription services like Scentbird are also becoming the norm rather than the exception for first-time perfume buyers."

To find a fragrance that truly takes the personalization concept to heart, Nurislamova suggests solid perfumes like the Glossier You Perfume Solid, $22, which delivers a unique and mysterious scent experience that smells different on each user.

As increased education and interest about perfumes becomes more mainstream, Nurislamova says perfume in motion (think roll-ons, solid perfumes, scented lotions and atomizers) through versatility and layering will be one of spring's biggest trends.

For a long-lasting and breathtaking scent combination, she recommends combining classic favorites like philosophy's Amazing Grace with Scentbird's Rose & Prosecco Hand Cream, $14.95.

Eco-chic beauty always seems to have a major moment in the springtime but Wendi Berger, creator of the certified natural fragrance brand Pour le Monde, says the sustainability theme is continuing to emerge in the fragrance world. "There is a surge in perfumes that are sustainable, eco-friendly and transparent with their ingredients," she says. "We've also seen consumers crave scents that are vegan and cruelty-free as well."

To indulge in sustainable scents this spring, Berger suggests Pour le Monde Together Eau de Parfum, $82, as it's free of harmful chemicals and additives and is also cruelty-free.