The best fall fragrances are not just scents, but especially as the seasons change. Wearers can experiment with bolder compositions and bold ideas without worrying about heat waves. Autumn is a time when scents that focus on gourmet elements, spices and powerful florals stand out, but this year it can also be used to tell great stories. The inspiration behind the latest edition ranges from the personal – the perfumer’s love letter to the poet’s father – to history, including tributes to queens, pirates, explorers and prostitutes.
The range offered illustrates the creativity of each bottle. Even fragrances that don’t pay homage to a specific demographic have impressive backstories. With just one spray, you can celebrate the joys of city living, or trade the concrete jungle for a trip to the Amazon. One can also relive the classics with new eco-friendly incarnations of the much-loved fragrance. Scroll through the best fall fragrances below.
Lazarus Douvos The Love Note Collection
Nothing beats a romantic story, and Lazarus Douvos’ story is more than that. The beautiful legend’s ‘The Love Note’ series tells of three magical moments, from the sensual – I dump you in the lush cassis and figs of St Tropez – to the serene – we sparkle in Rome Glowing orange flowers and geraniums meet. Fittingly, you can even take an outing to the City of Lights in Paris’ frivolous You Kissed Me, a cardamom-infused marigold and citrus.

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Ex Nihilo Santal Calling
Ex Nihilo’s heady Santal Calling, perfumer Antoine Maisondieu’s exploration of sandalwood, effortless and refined Go hand in hand. The warm, comforting feel of the note is amplified by the addition of gourmet elements like nutmeg, vanilla, and a milky hue that resembles a scoop of cream. Woodsy-meets-foodie put together is as chic and comfortable as a cashmere sweater.
Ex Nihilo Santal Calling Eau de Parfum
Ducita Monterey
After years of referencing Dusita founder Pissara in her work citing the poems of her father, the famous Thai writer Montri Umavijani, wanted to pay homage to the man himself. Her memory of Montri’s personality and his favorite sense of smell is the basis of his eponymous fragrance, a spicy nutmeg, coriander and cinnamon blend mixed with petitgrain and orris butter. Gourmet elements are paired with floral notes such as ylang ylang and damask rose to create an enveloping and intense experience.
Dusita Montri Eau de Parfum
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Maison Francis Kurkdjian
The city never sleeps, but neither does Francis Kurkojian’s muse. The master perfumer’s latest creation is an ode to the spirit of uninterrupted cities like Paris and New York. A scent of Italian bergamot, Egyptian jasmine and sandalwood, 286 Feels cosmopolitan even when worn away from the concrete jungle.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian 189 Eau de Toilette
Burberry Her Elixir
Any Anyone with a sweet tooth knows that fall is the season for preserves, and if you love the scent of jams, jellies or fruit butters, Burberry’s latest offering deserves your attention. The brand’s mashup of “her” fragrances starts with an edible combination of strawberries and blackberries. Don’t expect to smell like a can of Bonne Maman, though. Dried sandalwood and amber make everything chic.
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Summer Weekend
Clean Perfume Brand Summer Hours encourages wearers to ignore their calendars. The seasons change, but the carefree vibe of summer is worth revisiting year-round, as is the refreshing scent of honeysuckle and peony-filled Le Weekend. Created to celebrate “The Pursuit of Happiness,” it smells happy. Mowing, bergamot, and green woods combine to create a verdant concoction that’s equally refreshing.

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Paris Premiere n Muscle
Matière Premiere keeps it simple; every fragrance from founder Aurelien Guichard focuses on Single ingredient, then take it to the next level with ethically sourced organic materials. Musk of Paris is about the Peruvian ambrette seed, aka musk mallow, a hibiscus plant used in place of traditional musk. Paired with cedarwood oil and ambroxan, the ingredient stands out, enhanced by its softness and woody qualities.

Matière Premiere Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

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Gucci Flora Gorgeous Jasmine
Alessandro Michele knows how to make things happen have fun. Moments before the Gucci designers send the twins off for spring 1753 catwalk where he debuted Gorgeous Jasmine, took his sister The scent is brought to 455 of the popular Gorgeous Gardenia. Housed in a vintage-inspired bottle with one of Gucci’s signature botanical prints, the fragrance immediately impresses, and the decorative packaging echoes its notes. Jasmine, magnolia and roses from the garden with a touch of pink pepper make for an extraordinary experience.


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Hermes Hermessence Violette Volynka
If say Viol of Hermes ette Volynka is one of its famous handbags, and it will be a low-key Lindy bag rather than the ubiquitous Birkin. Perfumer Christine Nagel has blended powdery violet and Russian Volynka leather notes in perfect harmony with the brand’s aesthetic.



Hermes Violette Volynka Eau de Toilette
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Marissa Zappas La Divina
Famous History The heroine was the starting point for Marissa Zappas’ Redmance collection, but the indie perfumer avoided the usual suspects. Her inspirations include daring figures such as the Chinese pirate Zheng Yishao (aka Ching Shih), Nzinga, queen of the Ndongo and Matamba kingdoms, and Imperia Cognati, the Roman prostitute and muse of Raphael (Imperia Cognati). Zappas creates olfactory portraits of each woman using ingredients sourced from their respective regions. The most autumnal is La Divina of Rose and Blackcurrant, which has a sensual dryness centered on oak moss, befitting Raphael’s favorite muse.

Costa Brazil Aroma
Aroma from Costa Brazil makes a difference in your fragrance collection. Aroma’s blend of smoky cedar wood, vetiver and patchouli is reminiscent of the Amazon rainforest and the aromatic resins of the jungle at dawn. Fashion designer Francisco Costa’s style is reflected in every aspect of the display, from refillable white-gray bottles made from sustainably sourced wood to FSC-certified cartons that open like gifts.
Costa Brazil Aroma Eau de Parfum
Love Overture Woman
Amouage aptly named Overture is a fragrance that makes a statement. If you love scent trails and struggle to get to the entrance, its luxurious blend of pyrogen, rose clover, saffron and leather is perfect for you. While the juice’s operatic nature is impressive, the notes blend so smoothly that they create a perfect harmony.
Amouage Overture Woman Eau de Parfum
Dior J’Adore Parfum D’Eau
Since
launch , Dior’s J’Adore is consistently at the top of best-selling fragrance lists. Nevertheless, the brand is not resting on its laurels, but is constantly looking for new ways to interpret the classics. The newest J’Adore d’Eau is a clean beauty lover’s dream; its alcohol-free ingredients and natural ingredients like Sabah Jasmine and Neroli essential oils make it the purest version yet. Add a sustainably designed refillable bottle.
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Ormond Jayne Gatsby 10
This633s may not be like
so decadent s, but the look, sound and spirit of the Jazz Age are still striking. To Gatsby , Ormonde Jayne’s latest release by perfumer Linda Pilkington looks at the times and the tragic hero of F Scott Fitzgerald. Filled with Sicilian lemon, osmanthus, orange blossom and violet, this delightful cocktail sparkles with the raucous energy of a western egg party.
Li Si learned
Liis’s Studied is a masterful blend of pear, white cedar and matcha tea for tranquility and soothing. Although it Ideal for an afternoon of reading books and indulging in literary pursuits, the enticing notes of Studied carrot seed and amber ensure it’s versatile enough for any occasion.

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Atelier Materi Iris Ebéne
Atelier Materi’s fragrances are a tribute to artisanal craftsmanship. Founder Veronique Le Bihan’s focus on raw materials means that every ingredient is infused with the highest quality ingredients. In perfumer Marie Hugentobler’s Iris Ebene, attention to detail runs through. Made from pure iris that takes six years to distill from the plant’s roots to its purest form, it captures all the richness of the powdery floral fragrance. Soft, familiar notes are accentuated thanks to allspice, peruvian balsam and leather.
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The Legacy of Petra by Penhaligon
A bold combination of myrrh, licorice wood and amber, in honor of Petra’s legacy century archaeologist and explorer Gertrude De Belle and her travels – including a trip to the ancient city of Petra in Jordan. Perfect for a refreshing fall traffic experience, the use of notes like fennel seed and green tea adds an irresistible herbal quality.
Penhaligon’s Legacy of Petra
Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic
Guerlain’s popular Aqua Al The legoria range was renewed this year when the French brand turned to organic ingredients, most notably sustainably-grown beetroot alcohol. New additions to the range, such as the aromatic citrus basilique, take advantage of these changes. Step into a garden filled with fragrant herbs like ripe oranges and basil for the fun of being outdoors.


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