Come autumn, the leaves changing are a sign that it’s time to swap your swimsuits for sweaters, open the flue, and load up on cashmere blankets. One more item to add to your fall to-do list? A new signature fragrance, which you’ll find among the best fall perfumes.
This year, instead of selecting a new fragrance based solely on its scent, why not let the stars decide? The autumn season will see its fair share of astrological events, including Jupiter squaring off in Neptune (September 21), which will bring on a sense of untethered optimism, and Mercury retrograding in Scorpio, which could confront you with issues of honesty and intimacy — and will definitely mess with your communication (Oh, Mercury).
To make the decision of which scent to pair with your pumpkin spice candles and wood burning stoves — because, trust us, there are a lot of irresistible new fall fragrances worth a spot on your wrists and décolletage — we rounded up the best fall perfumes based on your zodiac sign. When it comes to choosing a new fragrance for all of your favorite fall activities, the universe truly does have your back.
1 GEMINI
Killian
nordstrom.com
$195.00
Geminis aren't known for being one of the most decisive signs in the zodiac, which can make settling on a single scent for an entire season feel like a daunting task. Kilian's "In the Garden of Good and Evil — Playing with the Devil Travel Set" offers three fragrances that are "half-flirty, half-fiery,” which means it will fit each of the twins’ sparkling personalities.
2 CANCER
Glossier
scentbird.com
$14.95
By nature, Cancers tend to shy away from change, which means they likely stick to the same signature scent all year round. If that's your M.O., not to worry — opt for Glossier's You. It's got heavy base notes (ambrette, ambrox, and musk), which means the scent will stay the same from the moment you put it on to the moment you go to bed.
3 LEO
Tom Ford
nordstrom.com
$335.00
Spirited, passionate, and in love with the spotlight, Leos should look for a fragrance that is as strong as they are. Tom Ford's "F--king Fabulous" fits the bill, with a leather, lavender, and vanilla scent that's best described as "decadent," "intoxicating," and of course, "fabulous." Sound like anyone you know, Leo?
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4 VIRGO
Maison Margiela
nordstrom.com
$126.00
"Home" is the 2019 buzzword for Virgos, which means this year has likely been filled with family and rediscovering yourself. Thanks to its warm and spicy notes of clove, chestnut, and vanilla, Maison Margiela's 'REPLICA' By The Fireplace will give you the cozy feeling you're yearning for this season.
5 LIBRA
The Neu Co
thenueco.com
$40.00
For Libras, life is all about balance. The Neu Co's functional fragrance helps you keep that balance by resetting your mind in times of stress thanks to its research-backed blend of green cardamom, iris, palo santo, and cilantro. Not only will it calm you down, but its clean, woody and spicy scent is downright intoxicating.
6 SCORPIO
Marc Jacobs
ulta.com
$74.00
The most intense and passionate of the zodiac signs, a Scorpio's scent needs to be a little bit of both. Enter Marc Jacobs's Divine Decadence Eau de Parfum, which combines the "seductive" elements of orange blossom and bergamot with white flowers to create a woody, aromatic fragrance that simply screams (or rather, sniffs) luxury.
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7 SAGITTARIUS
Ouai
theouai.com
$56.00
Sagittarians are fueled by wanderlust, so consider using fragrance as an excuse to take a mental vacation with every spritz. Ouai’s North Bondi, inspired by the Australian coastal destination, blends rich florals with white musk and subtle fruit notes for a scent that will give you an excuse to start daydreaming about hopping on a plane down under.
8 CAPRICORN
Le Labo
nordstrom.com
$80.00
The ultimate earth sign, Capricorns are known to be hardworking —if they set their mind to something, consider it done. Le Labo Santal 33 blends earthly elements like cardamom, Australian sandalwood, and cedar-wood for a sensual-yet-grounded scent reminiscent of an autumn evening under the stars in the American West.
9 AQUARIUS
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Lancome
Lacôme's newest fragrance, Idole, is characterized by boldness, determination and commitment — three core aspects of an Aquarian's personality. Its rosy, floral scent will work to compliment your feminine energy, and its light enough to be the perfect choice for this breezy air sign.
$123, available at Lancôme on August 22