These Are Fall’s Most Delicious-Smelling Fragrances
These twelve scents instantly set the mood.
by : Mariève Inoue
As the seasons change, it’s the perfect moment to rethink your scent wardrobe. One of the simplest ways to do that is to swap light mists and airy eau de toilettes for richer, more concentrated fragrances.
It’s the time to rediscover old favourites transformed into intense parfums, explore scents that pair fresh top notes with a deeper, warmer base, or experiment with something entirely new to reinvent your olfactory signature. Floral, citrusy, or gourmand—whatever your preference, there’s a fall fragrance to suit your mood.
PRO TIP: HOW TO MAKE YOUR FRAGRANCE LAST
For a longer-lasting effect, apply your perfume to clean, moisturized skin, ideally with an unscented lotion, or a body cream that complements your fragrance. Target your pulse points: the inside of the wrists, behind the ears, and the inner elbows. Resist rubbing, which can break down the scent and make it fade faster.
NEST New York Creme De Clementine Eau de Parfum
Warm, spicy, and just sweet enough, this eau de parfum pairs bright notes of clementine zest with whipped vanilla cream and soft woody notes. The result is a sophisticated, gourmand scent that radiates joy. Want a little more depth? Layer it with a vanilla-scented body oil for a more intense effect that’s perfect for fall.
Price: $136
Guerlain Shalimar L’Essence Eau de Parfum Intense
Bold and sensual, Shalimar L’Essence is a modern take on Guerlain’s iconic Shalimar, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. It layers soft, slightly powdery floral notes over an amber accord lifted with vanilla, creating an irresistibly captivating fragrance.
Price: $161
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum Intense
This floral-woody fragrance is luminous, warm and addictive. It opens with bright notes of Italian mandarin, giving way to a heart of gardenia and a rich sandalwood base, striking the perfect balance between freshness and seduction.
Price: $246
Dolce & Gabbana My Devotion Eau de Parfum Intense
This gourmand floral fragrance blends pear blossom, blackcurrant, peony, orange blossom and Madagascan vanilla with a warm amber-woody accord to create an elegant scent. Building on the vanilla base of the original Devotion eau de parfum, this reimagined version adds a musky ambrox note for a cozy finish.
Price: $228
Matiere Premiere Vanilla Powder Extrait
Madagascar vanilla meets Venezuelan tonka in this captivating parfum extrait, a reimagining of the eau de parfum of the same name. Palo Santo, coconut powder and white musk join the mix, creating a truly distinctive trail of scent.
Price: $420
Fenty Eau de Parfum Solid Perfume
Powerful notes of magnolia, musk and Bulgarian rose come together in this warm floral fragrance, now available as a solid balm. Its velvety texture and sleek compact make it a travel-friendly must-have.
Price: $92
Burberry Goddess Eau de Parfum
The most intense version of Burberry’s Goddess fragrance features a heart of three vanilla extracts that emerge once the top notes of raspberry and lavender essence fade. Combined with a suede base, it leaves a rich, vanilla-infused trail that never goes unnoticed.
Price: $258
Merit Retrospect L’Extrait de Parfum
Merit’s first foray into fragrance is a fruity-floral eau de parfum featuring notes of pear, bergamot, jasmine, rose and rosemary in a cozy base of vanilla, musk and moss. The scent opens fresh and juicy, revealing a warmer, skin-like scent as it develops throughout the day.
Price: $125
Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum Over Red
Launched earlier this year, this fruity-gourmand eau de parfum blends a cherry accord with notes of jasmine, black tea, coffee and vanilla for a sweet and spicy fragrance you’ll love to wear during colder months.
Price: $160
The Maker Stag Eau de Parfum
This woody fragrance opens with notes of bergamot and red grapefruit, giving way to a heart of black leather and labdanum with a base of incense, patchouli and Palo Santo. One spritz exudes cool, confident energy.
Price: $236
Calvin Klein CK One Essence Parfum Intense
This reinterpretation of CK One, the iconic unisex fragrance of the ’90s, is twice as concentrated as the original, amplifying its fresh and sensual character. Housed in a sleek, mirror-effect bottle, it opens with bergamot and blood orange, leading to green tea notes blended with sandalwood and musk.
Price: $102
Aesop Virēre Eau de Parfum
Fresh and spicy, this fragrance features a green, herbaceous heart and a woody base. Vibrant notes of bergamot and green tea evoke the lingering warmth of summer, while cedar and hay guide us gently into a sunlit autumn.
Price: $230
