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10 New Spring Fragrances That Deserve an Academy Award

by Mia Adorante

With every season comes a batch of new, must-sniff fragrances and a batch of sparkling bottles to inspect. This spring, brands such as Chanel and Viktor & Rolf couldn’t decide on one scent, so they released multi-piece scents (so there’s something for everyone). Other fashion houses, including Dior, Miu Miu, and Gucci, are re-issuing newly packaged takes on their classic scents. Here, a guide to the 10 best new spring fragrances, just in time for the best awards show of the season.

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Photo by Tim Walker, styled by Jacob K.

Oscar nominee Emma Stone in “Best Performances,” W Magazine February 2015.

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For those who can’t pick just one scent, Chanel has shrunk 15 of its Les Exclusifs fragrances into adorable minis, all nestled in a chic limited-edition coffret that would dress up any vanity.

Chanel Les Exclusifs, $290, chanel.com

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Si’s Cate-Blanchett approved scent provides a delicate does of rose.

Giorgio Armani Si Rose Signature, $92, giorgioarmai.com

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Chloe’s Love Story Eau Sensuelle is an orange blossom delight, softened with a dose of heliotrope.

Chloé Love Story Eau Sensuelle, $105, sephora.com

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This herbal scent is just one elegant gem in Viktor & Rolf’s playful, six-piece collection, which also includes fragrances named Liquid Diamonds and Dirty Trick.

Viktor & Rolf Sage Spell, $220, saks.com

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This classic Gucci fragrance still smells like citrusy bergamot and and buttery sandalwood, but its bottle just got a limited-edition makeover courtesy of Alessandro Michele.

Gucci Bamboo Eau de Parfum, $94, macys.com

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Miu Miu’s L’Eau Bleue is a greener, dewier, honeysuckle-infused version of the brand’s very ladylike, lily of the valley eau de parfum.

Miu Miu L’Eau Bleue, $68, sephora.com

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The unexpected addition of rose water makes for a very modern, yet romantic, scent.

Ex Nihilo Devil Tender, $225, saks.com

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If a classic floral scent isn’t your jam, try this option from Tory Burch, which is a riff on iris, with masculine hints of vetiver and patchouli.

Tory Burch Love Relentlessly, $68, sephora.com

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The ’80s are back and so is Dior’s scent Poison.

Dior Poison Girl, $60, dior.com

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Narciso Rodriguez’s musky number packs a punch, thanks to the inclusion of pink peppercorn.

Narciso Rodriguez Fleur Musc Eau de Parfum, $97, bloomingdales.com