9 Romantic Scents to Get You in the Valentine's Day Mood
From spicy and sexy to sweet gourmands.
Fragrance is always on our minds, but with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, everyone’s scrambling to track down their perfect perfume. Whether you’re looking to gift your special someone a scent that’s just as unique as they are, or you’re on the hunt for a seductive scent to wear on your next girl’s night out, the romantic vibes have a way of setting our senses on fire.
Although spicy, sensual scents might be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Valentine’s Day, there’s a perfume out there to get everyone in the mood — from fresh florals to decadent gourmands. Navigating endless fragrances can be a trying task, but thankfully, cult-favorite brands like Byredo and Maison Margiela are delivering all of the complex scent profiles you need to make your V-Day celebration truly special.
Ahead, we outline all of the best Valentine’s Day scents to get you in the mood for love — no matter what your plans are.
Romantic Florals
Diptyque “Eau Rose”
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like roses, which makes Diptyque‘s “Eau Rose” a no-brainer. Its described as “rose done differently,” with notes of lychee, black currant, bergamot, geranium, jasmine, musk, white honey and Virginia cedar — in addition to classic rose.
Byredo “Rose of No Man’s Land”
Inspired by Turkish rose petals, “Rose of No Man’s Land” features pink pepper and soft amber, making it the ideal choice for those looking to smell both elegant and understated.
Maison Margiela “On a Date”
Maison Margiela nails romantic scents and its “On a Date” perfume is no exception. The scent is infused with rose, blackcurrant and patchouli, and is said to transport you to a lush vineyard at sunset — even if you’re just watching rom-coms on your couch.
Spicy and Sexy
YSL “Black Opium”
Known as the quintessential seductive perfume, “Black Opium” is warm and spicy — with a decadent twist. While black coffee, bitter almond and licorice add a spicy touch, its balanced out with mellow pear, orange blossom and cashmere wood.
Orebella “Blooming Fire”
Described as “a transportive tropical oasis,” Orebella‘s “Blooming Fire” is complex with both floral and spicy notes, thanks to bergamot, cedarwood, clove leaf, Tahitian Monoi, jasmine and patchouli.
Boy Smells “Woodphoria”
To bring both cozy and sexy vibes this Valentine’s Day, get into Boy Smells‘ “Woodphoria.” While it starts out with top notes of coconut water and cardamom, middle notes of fig leaves and jasmine petals add that earthy vibe, before finally base notes of sandalwood and cedarwood make it musky and skin-like.
Sweet Gourmands
The 7 Virtues “Strawberry Jam”
If Valentine’s Day reminds you of sweet treats, you’ll love The 7 Virtues’ new “Strawberry Jam” perfume. Just like its name suggests, the scent is every dessert-lover’s dream with notes of nutty pistachio, strawberry and vanilla marshmallow.
Brown Girl Jane “Chalet”
Why just eat chocolate when you can smell like it too? Brown Girl Jane’s “Chalet” perfume contrasts sweet and spicy with notes of white chocolate truffle, champagne accord and dark cacao.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian “Kurky”
What’s V-Day without candy? Maison Francis Kurkdjian is delivering pure nostalgia with “Kurky.” The fruity perfume contains tangy notes of peach and raspberry, along with rich gourmand musk and a touch of vanilla.
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