How do you choose the perfect scent for your other half? It’s something Vogue editors have been thinking long and hard about ahead of Valentine’s Day, and the results intermingle classic codes with a modern twist.
Vogue’s top Valentine’s Day perfumes at a glance:
At a time when perfumery is increasingly fluid, these scents redefine once-established expressions of femininity and masculinity. Whether it’s iconic bestsellers or entirely new creations with a refined, sartorial sensibility, these aromas revisit traditional notes of white musks, white florals, amber, leather, tobacco, and spices to create something fresh, contemporary and unconventional.
Browse Vogue’s edit of fragrance parings below ahead of selecting Valentine’s Day perfumes for you and your partner.
Prada’s newest launches are built on contrasts. They’re energetic yet refined, enveloping yet lively. The result is a modern olfactory dialogue: elegant, contemporary and unexpected.
Prada
Paradoxe Radical Essence
A woody floral with a gourmand heart, Prada’s Paradoxe Radical Essence seamlessly blends sweet and savoury notes. It opens on bright neroli and orange blossom, evolving with the salty addition of pistachio accord at its core. The finish is warm and creamy, with sandalwood. The result is an intense yet perfectly balanced composition that is an elegant tribute to the many facets of womanhood.
Prada
Paradigme
A fragrance that effortlessly balances freshness with depth, Paradigme is at once bright, refined and unmistakably masculine. At its heart is geranium that brings green, floral facets, while Peru balsam, benzoin resin and guaiac wood lend a rich, resinous sensuality. Calabrian bergamot keeps the composition vibrant.
If these fragrances were a colour, they would be white – almost transparent. They’re the scents created from clean, candid notes that smell fresh, clean and good.
Narciso Rodriguez
For Her Pure Musc Blanc - Eau de Parfum Intense
The latest olfactory chapter in Narciso Rodriguez’s fragrance collection is rendered in white and more intense than ever. Compared with the original For Her, the new Pure Musc Blanc amplifies the musk note through the inclusion of a clean accord.
Calvin Klein
ck one Eau De Toilette
Launched in 1994, CK One remains one of the most beloved and best-selling fragrances of all time. A bright, uncomplicated yet unmissable composition, the eau de toilette opens with notes of mandarin, papaya, fresh bergamot and lemon. A floral heart of violet, jasmine, lily of the valley and rose is enhanced by a subtle spicy touch of nutmeg, while the dry-down reveals a sensual blend of animal musk, cedar and amber.
First introduced in 2006, The One celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Synonymous with magnetism and seduction, the energetic and bold fragrance notes make it impossible to ignore. In honour of this milestone, Dolce & Gabbana introduces two new fragrances in an ode to the original’s olfactory legacy.
Dolce & Gabbana
The One Eau de Parfum Intense
The One Eau de Parfum Intense opens with a vibrant burst of pink pepper, softened by mandarin and blackcurrant. At the heart, a vibrant jasmine bouquet offers a touch of luminescence, while a warm vanilla base leaves a sensual, lingering finish. A more intense take on the iconic original.
Dolce & Gabbana
The One For Men Parfum
The One For Men Parfum opens with black pepper, nutmeg and juicy Tarocco orange, while a heart of labdanum, patchouli and clary sage lends a woody-aromatic character. The base has a unique smoky sweetness from the tobacco, which is intertwined with the warm, earthy facets of vetiver and amber.
Mugler’s new fragrances perfectly embody masculinity and femininity in their most extreme form with powerful, assertive and uncompromising olfactory notes. Statement-making.
Mugler
Angel Fantasm Eau de Parfum
A mouthwatering, irresistible reinterpretation of Mugler’s iconic Angel. Notes of coconut and a refined whisper of patchouli are woven into the composition, creating a dark, intensely sensual accord that feels both liberating and fiercely feminine.
Seductive, intense and enveloping, this duo of fragrances has notes that draw you in and leave a lasting impression.
Elie Saab
Elixir Love Eau de Parfum
A seductive love potion in a bottle, Elie Saab’s Elixir Love opens on an intensely flowery bouquet of red roses, rose essence, neroli and jasmine, lifted by an unexpected heart of cherry. The finale is the bespoke “Love Accord,” developed specifically for this fragrance through neuroscience to stimulate the senses.
Amber notes are an icon of perfumery, capable of enveloping the senses with warmth, sensuality and depth. In these fragrances, amber is interwoven with spices, vanilla and gourmand accords.
BYREDO
Vanille Antique
A truly special iteration of a vanilla fragrance, this scent is inspired by the elegance of the vanilla pod. Encapsulating the many facets of one of perfumery’s most prized ingredients, this extrait de parfum combines Madagascan vanilla with freesia, plum, amber, cistus oil and cashmere wood. The result is warm, earthy and intoxicatingly creamy.
The perfect Valentine’s Day perfumes for those seeking chic and elegant fragrances.
Trussardi
Ruby Red EDP
Notes of cinnamon, ylang-ylang and vanilla orchid, with the intense sweetness of red fruits and the spicy energy of ginger, are to thank for the distinctive olfactory experience that is Ruby Red. The aroma is a bold addition to your fragrance wardrobe, bringing strength yet delicacy.
Ferragamo
Sublime Leather
A woody amber-fougère fragrance, Sublime Leather opens with a vibrant combination of cinnamon, bergamot, apple and pineapple, offering a warm, fruity first impression. At its heart, an accord of orange blossom, davana, tonka bean and cocoa adds depth and character, while the scent trail is decisive and lingering. Leather, vanilla, vetiver, patchouli, labdanum and cedarwood lend a sophisticated sensuality with a warm, earthy trace on the skin.