Swap Out Your Fresh Florals For Sweet Gourmand Fragrances This Fall
Prepare for the onset of the fall season with sweet, sultry gourmand perfumes—the scent expected to rule fragrance trends all season long.
As you begin to pull your boots, leather jackets, fall dresses, and layers out of storage and pack away your warm-weather attire, consider shifting your beauty and self-care routines along with the season. As per usual, darker-hued lip and nail looks will return to favor for the chillier months of the year, but the unexpected beauty trend taking social media by storm is one that offers something to another of the five senses.
Although some gourmand fragrances can be intense, overly sweet, or simply not fit for everyday wear, many of our favorite perfumers and luxury labels offer top-tier selects in the sweet gourmand fragrance family. From warm, neutral vanilla to toasty caramel to lush cherry, alluring fragrances inspired by edible scents are already making the rounds and emerging as desirable perfume options.
Whether you're on the hunt for a day-to-day seasonal scent or are simply looking for a unique, sophisticated gourmand fragrance to try out this fall, we've got you covered. Below, see all the gourmand fragrances for fall that offer a blend of timeless elegance and saccharine sweetness sure to lift your spirits and send striking outward impressions.
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A classic, timelessly alluring fragrance beloved by French girls yearlong, the Chabaud Lait De Biscuit blends sweet notes of fresh pastry, caramel, vanilla, and almond, resulting in a nostalgic gourmand perfume perfect for providing that extra boost of pure, comforting joy that we all need as days begin to shorten and temperatures begin to drop.
Chabaud Lait De Biscuit Eau De Toilette, $125, Chabaud
For a pure vanilla vibe, reach towards Kayali Vanilla 28 as your day-to-day gourmand fragrance. With notes of sandalwood, amber, and tonka, this perfume is an excellent no-fuss scent, whether you're planning on layering it under another fragrance or set on wearing it as a stand-alone scent.
Kayali Vanilla 28 Eau De Parfum, $138, Sephora
With notes of sensual vanilla, glacé spun sugar, and bright florals, this sophisticated gourmand fragrance has become a cult classic for a reason. Timeless, iconic, and effortlessly elegant, La Vie Est Belle is the ultimate balanced gourmand fragrance to add to your perfume collection.
Lancôme La Vie Est Belle, $120, Sephora
Perfectly spicy, sultry, and sweet, this fall gourmand fragrance is the perfect warm scent to try out if you're looking to truly embody the essence of the season. Chai Épicé is the ultimate intense and long-lasting gourmand fragrance that exudes an intriguing, elegant air thanks to base notes of autumn fig and ambery sandalwood.
Le Monde Gourmand Chai Épicé Eau De Parfum, $25, Ulta
Maison Margiela is famous for its ability to bottle ultra-specific memories and moments in time, and the label's latest Replica perfume is no exception. Formulated to recall pleasant afternoons spent over tea and warm vanilla madeleines, this gourmand fragrance instantly became a hit among all of your favorite beauty influencers for its complex, perfectly balanced sweet notes grounded in a warm, creamy sandalwood base.
Maison Margiela Replica Afternoon Delight Eau De Toilette, $85, Maison Margiela
While some prefer to reserve sweet fruity scents for warmer weather, there's truly no better time to break out this rich, sweet gourmand fragrance than the weeks before the leaves begin to fall and the weather starts to shift. Deep vanilla, cherry, marshmallow, mandarin, and amber blend together seamlessly to create a complex honeyed fragrance steeped with sweet candy and fruity notes. Whether you're looking for an uplifting, unique day-to-day gourmand fragrance or a sultry perfume for special occasions, Cherry Ambition is the perfect balance between fresh fruit scent families and sweet musk vanilla adjacent notes.
The 7 Virtues Cherry Ambition Eau De Parfum, $88, Sephora
With notes of freshly brewed coffee, syrupy brown sugar, and light orange blossom, Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium fragrance has become one of the most iconic gourmand fragrances in recent history. While this scent is a top-tier, instantly recognizable pick all year round, it shines especially bright on breezy autumn days and chilly winter mornings as a sweet, complex pick-me-up that's both long-lasting and subtle enough for everyday wear.
Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau De Parfum, $130, Sephora
