Scent Shift

Nothing refreshes your beauty mood quite like a signature fragrance. Here, discover 12 tantalizing options to call your own

- JULIA MCEWEN

WARM INTENTIONS

Craving something dark, rich and seductive? Guerlain's Tabac Sahara turns up the heat: juicy raspberry and citrus add an unexpected brightness up top before the scent melts into smoky tobacco, rose oil and red berries, grounded by amber, vanilla and woods. The result is a spicy-sweet amber that feels desert-dry yet plush.

If your idea of cozy leans more toward mood-lifting than moody, Byredo's Alto Astral is the one to reach for. Inspired by a Brazilian expression that captures joy and optimism, this warm gourmand opens with airy aldehydes before settling into a creamy blend of incense and sandalwood. Sweet without being sugary, it's a feel-good fragrance that wraps you up like golden hour.

Think leather, but make it soft and sensual: Dior's latest, Cuir Saddle, reimagines the traditionally bold note as something supple and suede-like. Creamy woods and warm musk give the scent depth, while subtle floral nuances add lift and polish rather than sweetness.

WINTER BLOOMS