Autumn Scents: The Essence of the Season, Between Nature and Memory
With the arrival of autumn, the air becomes crisper, the colors take on red and gold, and even the sense of smell begins to perceive new sensations. Autumn scents are more than just fragrances: they are evocations of warm, intimate atmospheres, often linked to changing nature and ancient memories. This season brings with it a unique bouquet, blending sweetness, wood, spices, and enveloping notes, becoming a source of inspiration for artistic perfumery and for those seeking an essence that reflects their seasonal sentiments.
The soul of autumn in natural perfumes
Walking in a forest in autumn means immersing yourself in an aromatic world: the scent of damp earth, fallen leaves, and moss rising from the ground. Added to these are the woody notes of oak, cedar, pine, and sandalwood, often featured prominently in fragrances designed for this season. Natural essences evoke a profound connection with the environment, instilling feelings of introspection, contemplation, and serenity.
Olfactory notes typical of autumn
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Spicy: Cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, pink peppercorn. These are warm and stimulating ingredients, perfect for warming up colder days.
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Woody: Patchouli, vetiver, oud, cedarwood. They provide depth, elegance, and a sense of grounding.
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Ambery and resinous: Ambergris, incense, myrrh, benzoin. Enveloping and sensual, they evoke the atmosphere of autumn evenings.
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Gourmand: Vanilla, cocoa, honey, caramel. Sweet and comforting notes, reminiscent of homemade desserts and convivial moments.
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Autumnal fruitiness: Fig, apple, pear, plum. Less fresh than summer notes, but fuller and juicier.
Signature fragrances for the leaf season
Many perfume houses create fragrances specifically designed for autumn, with compositions reminiscent of a stroll in a wooded park, an afternoon in front of the fireplace, or a cup of spiced tea. Among the most popular are:
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Tom Ford – Tobacco Vanille : a symphony of sweet tobacco and warm vanilla, perfect for cold evenings.
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Diptyque – Eau Duelle : a spicy and multifaceted vanilla, never cloying, which warms without weighing down.
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Serge Lutens – Féminité du Bois : a hymn to cedar wood, with nuances of dried fruit and spices.
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Voluptè Noir - Pierre Guillaume Paris: the newest addition, the olfactory incarnation of ambrosia, the mythical nectar of the Gods. Inspired by the Moroccan Atlas mountains, this rarefied fragrance captures the soul of mysterious spurge honey, powerful and animalic.
- Oud Zarian - Creed: this too is new, the luxury of 80-year-old oud: a symphony of spices, rose, and deep woods to wear on the skin.
Choose yours! And discover the wonderful notes of designer perfumes!
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