10 New Spring Fragrances That Deserve an Academy Award
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.
Oscar nominee Emma Stone in “Best Performances,” W Magazine February 2015.
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
Si’s Cate-Blanchett approved scent provides a delicate does of rose.
Giorgio Armani Si Rose Signature, $92, giorgioarmai.com
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
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
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
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
The unexpected addition of rose water makes for a very modern, yet romantic, scent.
Ex Nihilo Devil Tender, $225, saks.com
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
The ’80s are back and so is Dior’s scent Poison.
Dior Poison Girl, $60, dior.com
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
