Gap Just Brought Back Its Iconic '90s Perfumes—But With a Twist
Best of all, they’re just $52.
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For nearly two months now, I’ve been keeping a huge secret: Gap’s most iconic fragrances are coming back. More than 30 years after its initial launch, the brand is reimagining its four original perfumes from the ’90s—and it even added a new scent to the lineup.
As one of the first editors invited to preview Gap’s collection at the DSM-Firmenich fragrance lab in June, I got the chance to sniff through each nostalgic perfume. And since the collection officially relaunched last week, I’m finally unveiling my unfiltered thoughts on these reformulated scents (and tapping my fellow Good Housekeeping editors for their honest opinions).
For the unfamiliar, Gap’s original 1994 fragrance line—including Heaven, Dream, Grass, and Om—was wildly popular until its discontinuation in the early aughts. I was born in 2000, so I never got the chance to wear Gap fragrance when it first came out—but I still yearn for a time when I could pick up a great-smelling perfume from the mall without dropping hundreds of dollars.
Keeping with the ’90s nostalgia theme, these Gap perfumes cost just $52 (or $20 for a travel spray)—and in my opinion, their performance is on par with much pricier brands. Keep reading for our honest review of each scent.
Why we like it: Quiet and softly spicy, Om is designed to smell like the feeling of taking a deep, meditative breath. The 2026 version is warmer and less stereotypically masculine than the original, but notes of incense and cedar maintain its bohemian edge.
Editor impression: “I’m a sucker for cozy, woody perfumes, so there’s no surprise Om is my favorite in the entire lineup. It’s got a lovely balance of spicy ginger, ambery resins, and woody musks that envelope you like a warm hug. It’s subtle enough to wear year-round, but I personally can’t wait to douse my sweaters in this during the fall and winter. That said, it’s pretty linear compared to the other scents in this line—it smells nearly the same when you first spray it on as it does hours later.”—Lauren Gruber, shopping editor
| Scent family | Woody |
| Notes | Ginger, olibanum, water lotus, sandalwood, amber, cashmeran, cedar, balsamic musk |
Why we like it: Out of all of Gap’s original perfumes, the reformulated Dream perfume is meant to smell the closest to its 1994 form with an uplifting blend of citrus and musky white florals. While it’s not the most unique scent profile in the lineup, it’s approachable and surprisingly long lasting.
Editor impression: “Upon first sniff, Dream reminds me of a really high-end laundry detergent—like the smell of pulling a set of just-washed sheets out of the dryer. It starts off sparkly and bright with a hefty dose of citrus and gets more floral as it wears throughout the day—the jasmine and freesia are really prominent here. It’s not a scent profile I usually gravitate towards, but I could see myself spritzing this on a white T-shirt when I want to smell fresh and clean.”—Lauren Gruber, shopping editor
| Category | Floral musk |
| Notes | Bergamot, neroli, orange blossom, jasmine, freesia, cedar, musk, amber |
Why we like it: Heaven is perhaps the most recognizable scent from Gap’s original lineup, and this new interpretation skews stronger and sweeter than its predecessor. If you love the airy, amber-forward scents of Baccarat Rouge 540 and Ariana Grande’s Cloud, this is worth a whiff.
Editor impression: “This perfume has an undeniable it-girl quality; maybe it’s the mingling of refreshing notes like pear and honeysuckle with sensual vanilla, golden amber, and cardamom. Or maybe it’s the way it transforms on the skin into a musky, slightly sweet symphony as it dries down. Either way, I can’t help but feel like the main character in a ‘90s rom-com the minute I get a whiff.”—Samantha Jones, senior shopping editor
| Category | Warm floral |
| Notes | Pear, juniper, cardamom, honeysuckle, vanilla, patchouli, amber, musk |
Why we like it: Gap’s Grass perfume of yore literally smelled like lawn clippings, which made it unique but polarizing. The 2026 version is a more wearable take on a “green” scent, leaning on notes of matcha and vetiver to add an earthy freshness.
Editor impression: “I really love the earthiness of this fragrance. At first it smells like freshly mowed lawn, but then as it wears it has a lovely woodsy smell that reminds me of my favorite hiking trips. I feel like this could be a unisex option, as the outdoorsy fragrance could really work for anyone.”—Angel Madison, shopping editor
| Category | Fresh |
| Notes | Mandarin, linden blossom, violet leaves, matcha, cypress, cedar, vetiver, cashmeran |
Why we like it: Meet the brand-new addition to Gap’s fragrance lineup. Harmony is a Gen Z-friendly take on a fruity floral, with juicy notes of apricot and mandarin. And even though it’s not from the ’90s, it has a lot in common with your favorite mall-era body mists.
Editor impression: “Harmony smells fresh and floral straight from the bottle, but it becomes even more interesting once it's on your skin. The opening is bright and airy, thanks to the mandarin and apricot nectar. As it dries down, the fragrance softens into a warmer floral with clean musk that create a fresh, skin-like finish. It's the kind of scent that feels light and effortless, making it an easy everyday fragrance.”—Anvita Reddy, shopping editor
| Category | Fruity floral |
| Notes | Bergamot, apricot, mandarin, gardenia, jasmine, tuberose, woods, amber, musk |
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