As the crisp air of fall ushers in a new season, the world of fragrance unveils an enchanting array of scents that perfectly encapsulate the essence of autumn. Among these is Victoria Beckham’s “Reverie Eau de Parfum,” a popular choice for this time of year. Combining notes of lemon, mandarin, coriander, violet leaves, rosemary, amber, leather, and cedar, it offers an “ambery, woody, musky, and surprising” scent profile that is suitable for daytime and summer wear.
The heart of “Reverie” features nutmeg, vetiver, and cinnamon, all enveloped in an earthy blend of sandalwood, cedarwood, and amber wood. This fragrance is part of Victoria Beckham Beauty’s commitment to clean, plant-based formulations and recyclable packaging, reflecting a growing trend in the industry for sustainable and environmentally friendly practices.
Natalie, a chiropractor, recommends this fragrance as a daytime and summer scent but notes its versatility to be worn at any time. She describes how the scent leaves a trail that entices others to stop and breathe in its captivating aroma.
Fall is a season rich with cult classics, fresh launches, and new twists on familiar ingredients. An unexpected combination of notes can create a unique and alluring scent, as exemplified by the artistry of designer Dries Van Noten.
“Beauty with something strange beside it.”
– Dries Van Noten, designer.
Maison d’Etro’s “Santal Jardin” is another noteworthy fragrance for the fall. It features notes of Tunisian neroli, ozonic accord, jasmine, Tunisian orange flower absolute, vanilla, and Indonesian patchouli. The scent evokes the feeling of sitting on warm golden sand of a Tunisian beach while the sun sets, with a sprig of orange blossoms tucked into one’s hair.
Linda Levy, president of the Fragrance Foundation, highlights the inclusive nature of today’s fragrances.
“What’s great this season is that more and more fragrances are universal and can be worn by any gender identity.”
– Linda Levy, president of the Fragrance Foundation.
Tom Ford’s “Lost Cherry” Eau de Parfum is also among the favorites for fall. This fragrance incorporates notes of black cherry, cherry liqueur, bitter almond, rose, jasmine sambac, sandalwood, vetiver, and cedarwood. It is described as an irresistible scent that lingers on the skin.
“There are a lot of fabulous scents out there to try.”
– Linda Levy, president of the Fragrance Foundation.
Maison d’Etto’s “Verdades” Eau de Parfum introduces itself as a new release for fall with notes of pineapple, orange, grapefruit, spearmint, red apple, musk, and cedar. The scent is described as an elicit moonlit rendezvous in a fantastical orchard—where the dress code is leather and smudged lipstick.
In addition to these offerings, legendary French perfumer Dominique Ropion provides his perspective on fall fragrances.
“It’s a Baroque symphony: an oriental with an enormous dose of Turkish rose.”
– Dominique Ropion, legendary French perfumer.
Bee Shapiro, founder of Ellis Brooklyn, shares insights into fall fragrance trends.
“I find fall fragrances have more spices, richness, and warmth. Also, gourmand fragrances continue to be popular—especially the yummy, creamy ones. Vanillas also do so well for fall.”
– Bee Shapiro, founder of Ellis Brooklyn.
Chiaki Nomura from IFF adds to the conversation by highlighting a timeless treasure in her collection.
“A timeless treasure in my [fall] collection is Shalimar from Guerlain. The classic fragrance is like a golden sunset, bursting with an overdose of citruses.”
– Chiaki Nomura, perfumer at IFF.
Kayla Greaves from Vogue emphasizes the appeal of creamy and warm notes in fragrances that pair well with darker scents.
“Creamy and warm, the juice’s key notes of almond milk, iris, and musk are the perfect pairing for a dark, leathery scent.”
– Kayla Greaves, Vogue contributor.
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