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The Best Autumn Fragrances and Perfumes 2021

These 22 Fragrances are the Perfect Autumn Accessory

The Best Autumn Fragrances and Perfumes 2021

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As (this very short) summer draws to a close, we may say goodbye to drinking our beloved Aperol Spritzes whilst wearing floaty dresses, but there's one thing we'll welcome with open arms: an excuse to pick a new autumnal fragrance. Of course, you don't have to change your signature scent to correspond with the season, but the cooler months certainly give you a nice excuse to do so. Plus, we're fully embracing each and every mood boost we can get, especially if it involves a brand new fragrance.

There's something special about the transition period from summer to winter, from the fiery colours of the leaves to the hint of chill in the air. And those same factors that have us breaking out warmer, cosier clothes and sipping on spicier pumpkin lattes and heavier red wines also have us wanting to switch up our beauty routine. This time of year, many of us visit the salon to tweak our hair colour to something warmer or darker, dig out all of our dark lipstickss in shades like burgundy, blackcherry, and claret, and try out manicures in deeper, moodier tones. And we can't think of a better way to celebrate the new season than topping it all off with a scent that's not too light and not to heavy to complement the transitional weather.

It's not a total farewell to our favourite light, citrus scents, though. Many of these picks strike a balance between fresh and complex, with citrus and white floral notes mingling with warm decadent ones like pomegranate, spicy pepper, and sandalwood. When it comes to new scents for 2021, we're also seeing a lot of fresh, earthy fragrances that are meant to evoke walks in the countryside, like Chanel's Paris Édimbourg Eau de Toilette, or decadent gourmand perfumes full of vanilla, amber, and musk.

So if you're on the hunt to find a new fragrance to spritz this season, grab your hot cider, throw on your cosy jumper, and read on to see our favourite autumn fragrances for 2021.

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