From soft florals to earthy aromas, sample the scents that make up the multi-faceted woman.
Our sense of smell is a powerful tool that can alter emotions, evoke feelings, and influence the mood. Olfactory senses play an important role in the state of our psyche—just a whiff of a certain scent can trigger a rush of memories. Subconsciously, we assign specific scents to certain emotions, letting them transport us to different times and places to create vivid mental landscapes.
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Floral and Sweet Scents
Acne Studios for Frederic Malle
A neoclassical perfume with an irreverent twist, Acne Studios for Fredric Malle feels at once familiar and new, comfortable yet eclectic—and always far from basic, floral notes melding with vanilla and peach, sandalwood, a touch of frankincense, and a sea of musk.
Jo Loves Pomelo
Jo Loves Pomelo is a mouth-watering, grapefruit-infused scent that’s reinvigorating. It evokes memories of summer holidays spent on white sand beaches, mixed with the sparkling quality of iced water.
Ikonik Pour Femme by Karl Lagerfeld
Ikonik Pour Femme is an opulent white bouquet in a bottle, paying tribute to Karl Lagerfeld’s olfactory heritage. It engages the senses with a luminous floral fragrance, combining notes of jasmine, rose, and sandalwood.
À la rose by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
The fresh scent of hundreds of roses in bloom constitutes À la rose Maison Francis Kurkdjian, delicate and velvety with a fruity freshness that’s nothing short of radiant.
Fresh Scents
Lazy Sunday Morning by REPLICA
Lie in bed a little longer with REPLICA’s Lazy Sunday Morning: a cacophony of homey scents, from the softness of fresh linen sheets to the light summer breeze of an open window. Clean lily of the valley and comforting white musks complete the fragrance, enveloping its wearer in pure comfort.
Eau de Minthé by Diptyque
Refreshing mint lies at the heart of Diptyque’s Eau de Minthé, which takes inspiration from the Greek myth of the nymph Minthé. Paying homage to the timeless story with an equally timeless scent, it features the lively touch of geranium and the profundity of patchouli to create an unforgettable sillage.
Bizzarria by Santa Maria de Novella
Bizzarria by Santa Maria Novella draws inspiration from the rare Bizzarria tree, discovered at the Torre degli Agli Villa in Florence. This unique citrus fruit, a natural hybrid of an orange and a lemon, yields a vibrant yet bitter fragrance. This distinctive scent embodies singularity, celebrating its unique origins and composition.
Eau de Parfum le Parfum by Claus Porto
Claus Porto Le Parfum transcends its status as a mere fragrance; it’s a journey through scent. Transporting its wearer to the vibrant Portuguese landscapes that inspire its name, it paints a picture of the seaside country through fresh citrus bursts of bergamot, lemon, and orange; heart notes of green fig and watermelon; and base notes of cedarwood, frankincense, cistus absolute, and angelica grain.
Musky Scents
Eucalyptus 20 by Le Labo
Eucalyptus 20 by Le Labo draws its inspiration from the expansive red desert sands and the profound scent of vastness. This elegant, musky fragrance is a blend of fresh eucalyptus, cedarwood, leathery labdanum, and frankincense.
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Considered one of Tom Ford’s most premium perfumes, the Oud Wood blends together some of the rarest ingredients in their arsenal such as rare oud wood, sandalwood, and vetiver. The scent is then finished with exotic rosewood and cardamom, exuding an incense-like aroma similar to the smells found at temples in Bhutan.
Wood Sage & Sea Salt by Jo Malone
The earthiness of sage and the brininess of the sea come to life in Jo Malone’s popular Wood Sage & Sea Salt, a scent that evokes the joyful essence of the seaside.
Black Opium by YSL
An interpretation of YSL’s iconic Eau de Parfum, Black Opium is an intense fragrance that radiates notes of warm vanilla, coffee, and white flowers, creating a long-lasting perfume for the woman-on-the-go.
Fragrance is more than just an accessory—it’s a reflection of your identity, an invisible signature that lingers long after you’ve left the room. Whether you’re drawn to soft florals, invigorating fresh notes, or deeper musky tones, the right scent can articulate who you are without saying a word. In the end, choosing a fragrance is a deeply personal ritual—one that celebrates the many facets of womanhood. So spritz with intention, and let your scent tell your story.
This article originally appeared in our June 2025 issue.
