Fragrance
The Best Fall Fragrances Ever, According to ELLE Editors
Just like a fresh start, the arrival of fall brings new scents to our beauty bag—from floral and woody, to amber or fruity.
It follows us daily, evokes memories (hello, Middle Eastern sunsets) and can even be an integral part of our outfit (just like your fave kicks). Perfume is a vector of all the feels and a highly personal and subjective accessory. And before choosing our favourite seasonal scent, it is necessary to understand the difference between an eau de toilette and an eau de parfum. Just remember that the first will always be lighter than the second. Why? Because an eau de toilette contains a lower concentration of perfume oil than an eau de parfum. It’s that simple! We keep this information in mind while shopping for our signature fall scent, starting with these top five picks.
My Way Eau de parfum, Giorgio Armani
In this feminine bottle, the nose of Giorgio Armani has showcased a floral bouquet of orange blossom, jasmine and tuberose that mingles with the sensual scents of bergamot, cedar and vanilla. It’s the kind of fragrance that appeals to just about, well, everyone.
From $38
Idôle Aura Eau de parfum, Lancôme
Rose, jasmine and vanilla are core notes in the new Idôle Aura Eau de Parfum, created from sustainably sourced ingredients, and ethically harvested with respect for farmers and the planet. Parisian brand Lancôme imagined it as a ray of sunshine in a bottle—and its solar scent takes us from summer to fall in a heartbeat.
$120
REPLICA Autumn Vibes Eau de toilette, Maison Margiela
Maison Margiela was inspired by a distinct memory—the Montreal fall, in 2018—when creating this evocative fragrance. In its emblematic glass bottle, we find notes of cedar, spicy cardamom, red berries and moss, which remind us of this cool and woody season in the city.
From $40
No.04 Bois de Balincourt Eau de Parfum, Maison Louis Marie
This eau de parfum gives first place to sandalwood and cedarwood, while its middle notes favour vetiver, nutmeg and cinnamon. Finally, an amber trail completes this sensory poetry, developed by Maison Louis Marie.
$115
Amazing Grace Bergamot Eau de Toilette, Philosophy
Philosophy has taken its cult fragrance Amazing Grace and added notes of intense bergamot and orange blossom to the already existing scents of musk and lily of the valley. The intoxicating result will delight all flower fans.
$68
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