We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. I don’t believe in having just one signature scent. Sure, I have my tried-and-true perfumes that I reach for on a regular basis, but there’s something really, really fun about switching up my fragrance each day (and it’s just too hard for me to choose one best perfume).
Since fall is basically one big lineup of cozy, nostalgic, and occasionally spooky activities, matching your perfume to your autumnal outing is only natural. I personally can’t think of a better excuse to switch things up. A candy-sweet gourmand feels right at home on Halloween night.
And if I’m posting up next to the fire with a good book? You better believe I’m reaching for a warm fall perfume that matches the mood. In the name of very important fragrance research, I’ve matched some of my favorite autumn activities with perfumes that capture their vibe.
From trick-or-treating and football tailgates to baking seasonal treats and movie marathons, consider this your unofficial guide to smelling really good all season long. I mean, candy is literally in the name—could there be a more perfect perfume for trick-or-treating? Prada Candy EDP is a sweet, warm gourmand that puts rich caramel front and center for a cozy, slightly spicy warmth that feels tailor-made for fall.
If your favorite fall activity involves whipping up homemade cookies, cakes, or anything else that requires an unreasonable amount of butter and sugar (I know mine does), The 7 Virtues Buttercream Haze is basically your dream perfume. With sweet notes of vanilla buttercream icing, maple caramel crème, whipped vanilla, and tonka bean, it smells like the best parts of baking—especially licking the frosting straight off the spatula (don’t pretend you don’t do it too). Getting lost in a bookstore and leaving with twice as many novels than you intended to buy is a perfect way to spend a chilly afternoon.
It also means that Diptyque L’Eau Papier is your perfect scent companion. Inspired by paper and ink, this soft, intimate fragrance delivers a clean, comforting, smell—just like curling up on a fall evening with a well-loved story. Is there anything better than curling up next to a crackling fire on a chilly fall evening?
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