9 Fabulous Fragrances To Try This Fall

As fall finally settles in, with the leaves changing and crisp breezes filling the air, it’s the perfect time to embrace the season’s cozy vibes. And what better way to welcome fall than with a spritz of an autumnal fragrance? Just as our wardrobe shifts with the seasons, our scent preferences often follow suit. In the fall, we tend to gravitate towards warm, spicy, woodsy scents as opposed to the fresh florals we often opt for in the warmer months.

Although there are no real rules when it comes to seasonal fragrance, there’s nothing quite like putting together a chic fall outfit and then adding a delicious complimenting scent to pull it all together. If you’re on the hunt to find your signature fall fragrance, we’ve got you covered with eight options worth adding to your perfume collection. —Bailey Grant

Maison Margiela, ‘REPLICA’ By the Fireplace

Maison Margiela’s ‘REPLICA’ By the Fireplace fragrance is a fall cult classic, and for good reason. To this day, we’ve never smelt anything like it! With notes of clove oil, chestnut accord, and vanilla accord, the unisex fragrance is formulated to evoke memories of sitting by the warmth and coziness of a crackling fire – hence its name. Just like the brand, this scent could be considered a little avante-garde, but in the best way. ($110.50)

Burberry, Burberry Goddess

Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better than the original Burberry Goddess Eau de Parfum, the brand came out with an “intense” version with even stronger notes of vanilla. If you love vanilla (and let’s be real, who doesn’t?), you need to try on this fragrance, which smells even better on the skin than it does straight out of the bottle. Categorized as a warm and spicy scent, it features notes of Quatuor vanilla, lavender essence, and patchouli. In other words, it’s totally captivating. ($181)

Glossier You Doux Eau de Parfum

In case you haven’t heard the news, Glossier just added two brand-new fragrances to its collection, marking three in total. Just like Glossier’s iconic “You” scent, the perfumes are meant to smell like “you” – but better. The You Doux version is described as a soft, skin-scent-enhancing, woody fragrance, with notes of sweet violet, palo santo, and ambrox. While it’s suitable for all year round, its warm, woody, musky blend makes it especially perfect for the fall season. ($106)

Commodity, Book Expressive

Channel the ultimate dark academia vibes this fall with Commodty’s Book. Yes, “Book” is the name of the fragrance. The one-of-a-kind scent is meant to conjure the feeling of curling up with a good book. It features crispy, woody fragrance notes such as bergamot, sandalwood, and cedarwood. While smelling like a literal book may not sound super appealing, this book, in particular, happens to smell as if sophistication were a scent. ($202.50)

MERIT, Retrospect™

The beauty brand we all know and love recently came out with its very first fragrance, and let’s just say – it was well worth the wait. In true MERIT fashion, its fragrance is meant to enhance, not overpower. But don’t get us wrong, the scent still makes an impact, lasting for over 12 hours. With key notes of bergamot, jasmine, and musk, Retrospect is the perfect everyday fragrance. (Plus, the bottle alone is a piece of art. Designed to fit in the palm of your hand). ($125)

KILAN Paris, Angels’ Share

If you’re down for a hefty splurge, Angels’ Share by KILAN Paris is a true crowd-pleaser. And it’s no coincidence that it happens to look like an adult beverage, either, with cognac as its top note. The intoxicating scent also features notes of tonka bean and oak wood, resulting in a scent that has been compared to a blend of whisky and apple pie. Yes, please! ($357.50)

Dossier, Ambery Saffron

If you like Baccarat Rouge 540 but can’t justify its $435 price tag, consider Dossier’s Ambery Saffron fragrance instead. Inspired by the former, this $69 scent is a balance of sweet and spicy, featuring notes of saffron, cedarwood, and amber, amongst other equally succulent aromas. ($69)

KAYALI, VANILLA | 28

When it comes to fragrance, it really doesn’t get more classic than a true vanilla scent. Vanilla is a delicious all-year scent, but it makes an extra impact in the colder months thanks to the warm feeling it evokes. Once you start smelling KAYALI’s VANILLA, it’s hard to walk away. We could spend hours basking in the oh-so-warm and sweet scent! Although it comes off as a true vanilla, notes of Tonka, brown sugar, and amber assist in adding depth and making it that much more sensual. ($136)

The Maker, Dream Eau de Parfum

Discover Dream Eau de Parfum by The Maker, Canada’s newest fragrance brand. This gourmand scent blends vanilla bourbon, creamy cinnamon butter, white sandalwood and ethereal magnolia for a dreamy, comforting aroma. Perfect for gifting (or indulging yourself) this holiday season, it’s inspired by the blissful moments after a magical dream.