13 Fall Fragrances You'll Want to Wear All Year Round

The onset of fall is the ultimate double-edged sword. On the one hand, we mourn the end of our beloved Summer Fridays, warm weather, (socially distanced) days at the beach, and the excuse to drink any beverage of choice with a neon umbrella. Yet, on the other hand, we welcome the cozy warm fuzzies of fall filled with sweaters, rich color palettes, and yes, pumpkin-spiced everything. Oh, and all the new fragrance debuts. 

We welcome fall beauty newness with wide-open arms—from the best hair colors to the chicest nail colors to the coolest fashion-forward makeup trends—but choosing a fresh, signature new scent for the season is one of the things we look forward to most. So, to celebrate the first inklings of fall and the transition from our favorite sandals to our favorite suede boots, we bring you 13 fall fragrances we're currently wearing and telling all of our friends about. Keep scrolling! 

I try not to be biased but say hello to one of my favorite fall perfumes of all time—Idôle from Lancôme. As if the fact that Zendaya is the face of the fragrance isn't enough to make you buy it this second, it's designed to mimic the look and sleekness of a smartphone (it lays flat!). It was also created by three female perfumers and blends bergamot, juicy pear, rose, jasmine, vanilla, white musk, and patchouli for a light yet decadent finish. 

Harry Styles is the muse for this dreamy perfume from Gucci, and if you haven't seen the film footage on the brand's 'gram, we recommend doing so immediately. In the meantime, we'll tell you about the fragrance. Green and earthy, it features notes of Roman chamomille, coral jasmine, and vanilla, which the brand describes as "universal" and "unassigned to a gender or a time."

I've kept a bottle of this striking debut from Yves Saint Laurent closeby since the day it launched, and honestly, I haven't been able to resist spritzing it nearly every day. (Even if I started the day wearing something else—whoops!) YSL is behind some of the most beloved and iconic fragrances in the game, so it's really no surprise Libre is as lovely as it is. Think warm, fall-perfect florals like lavender essence, orange blossom, and musk accord. 

Henry Rose… where to start? Founded by legend Michelle Pfeiffer, (read the whole story, here!), this is the first line of fragrance created with 100% ingredient transparency. Every perfume is safe and sustainable and the bottles are even made from 90% recycled glass. Currently, there are seven different scents to choose from: Jake's House, Torn (one of my favorites!), Fog, Dark Is Night, Queens & Monsters, and Last Light. These are all equally stunning in their own right. For fall, however, I suggest shopping its brand new debut called Smyth. It's a bright, sparkling scent ripe, and juicy notes like green apple, melon-pineapple sorbet, apricot nectar, star jasmine, white tea, sheer white woods, sandalwood, and a complex layering of musks make it the perfect transition from summer to fall. 

It's a splurge, but this ultra-concentrated fragrance from legendary British perfume house Clive Christian is worth every penny. The top note is saffron (the most expensive spice in the world), the heart note is Damask rose, and the base note is honey (directly sourced from honeycombs in the south of France)—a rich blend that lasts a full eight hours on your skin and which the house describes as the perfect "amber floral."

Tom Ford is the creator of countless cult-favorite fragrances, but consider this bottle of Métallique your quintessential fall perfume. Creamy hints of luxe vanilla and sandalwood layer well with festive seasonal notes like balsam, heliotrope, and pink peppercorn. The result? A unique and highly addictive scent. 

Natural perfumes that still smell sophisticated (and actually last on the skin) are definitely not a dime a dozen within the fragrance industry. That's why we're so obsessed with Skylar—a collection of natural, non-toxic fragrances that smell amazing sans harmful chemicals or potential allergens. You can't go wrong with any of the line's perfumes (Arrow never fails to earn me compliments and Salt Air was a fave for summer), but Willow is woodsy, lush, and reminiscent of the perfect brisk hike outdoors—aka the perfect addition to your fall scent wardrobe. 

Inspired by TNT's The Alienist: The Angel of Darkness (which is based on a fabulous book by Caleb Carr), this new fragrance debut was intended to be mysterious and haunting, and it completely accomplishes said intent. Dark, seedy, rebellious, and tinged with grittiness, the note profile is unique and quite perfect for fall—cologne, linalool, waterfront dockwoods, adirondack flowers, violet ionones, heliotropin, "nitro musk" accord, and bootleg fougère. 

No fragrance roundup would ever be complete without a bottle of Chanel, so we're more than happy to introduce you to one of our favorite scents that feel especially perfect for fall. Consider Gabrielle (which, ahem, Margot Robbie is the face of) your classic floral fragrance with kind of a fairytale twist. Famed perfumer Olivier Polge crafted this scent to represent an imaginary flower. It's equal parts rich, green, and elegant thanks to strategic notes like jasmine, orange blossom, Grasse tuberose, and ylang-ylang.

We live for Maison Margiela's Replica collection, and we're prioritizing this cozy perfume, in particular, amidst our fragrance-stacked shelves this fall. As the cozy name would suggest, this fragrance is one part peppery and one part woodsy thanks to key notes like pepper essence, tonka bean absolute, and cedarwood.

In the word's of Byredo, this scent mixes strong and soft, bitter and sweet in a "rich, intoxicating distillation redolent of warm skin and breathless exchange." The profile is unique with opopanax at the top; geranium, labdanum, and violet at the heart; and patchouli and vanilla rounding out the base. It's on everyone's fall beauty wish list. 

Rich and inviting, Myth, from clean perfume brand Ellis Brooklyn, teams with a lovely lineup of notes that have been a must-have all year. And with hints of bergamot, ambrette, cassis, tiger orchid, pink lotus, patchouli, and jasmine petals, it's a great transition piece for fall as well. Earthy notes like liquid musks and white cedarwood keep it grounded and perfectly appropriate for fall's coziness. 

Diptyque is one of the most covetable fragrance brands in the game, and Eau Moheli is exceptional. Not only is the packaging glamourous in and of itself, but the fall-leaning perfume also features ylang-ylang, pink peppercorn, ginger, and vetiver for an ever so slightly spicy, yet woodsy scent that's airy, crispy, and green, just like the season. 

Thanks to this lightweight, dew-enhancing primer, your summer glow need not recede once fall arrives.

Unlike pretty much every other blush we've tried, it's pretty much impossible to overdo it with Iconic London's watercolor-inspired sheer blushes. It starts off as a gel and effortlessly melts into your skin for the prettiest does of healthy color. You can even use it on your lids and lips. 

Colder temps always seem to translate to parched, dry skin. This new creamy skin mist from Laneige will come in clutch anytime your complexion needs a moisture reset. 

Celebrity makeup artist Patrick Ta just launched a slew of drool-inducing new beauty products, and we're currently obsessed with how mint condition this lip-softening masque keeps our pout. (Don't neglect your lips just because you're wearing masks, folks!)

Just in from the hair gods at Olaplex. This handy kit is safe for all hair types and inspired by the most effective professional-level repair treatments. 

We wish zits were only seasonal, but sadly, they come to play anytime, anywhere. Beauty editors agree—this topical acne treatment from Versed is practically witchcraft considering it significantly reduces the intensity of existing (or burgeoning) bumps like no other spot treatment we've ever used before. Next: The 17 Most Popular Designer Perfumes of All Time

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We Test Hundreds of Beauty Products Each Month—These Were the 24 Best of July

By now, you've probably surmised that we test-drive a lot of beauty products here at Who What Wear HQ. From nail polish and makeup to hair and skincare, we're eyebrow-deep in all things new, exciting, and, yes, wish list–worthy. That said, due to the number of products we come in contact with, we've also transformed into the nitpickiest of beauty consumers. Within seconds, we can tell if a new hair oil is too heavy, and we're quick to ignore a serum that yields disappointing results.

The good news? We're far more often impressed than unimpressed after trying out a new product, and usually, we simply can't wait to spread the word to all of our fellow beauty junkies (aka you). Therefore, we've decided gushing over our latest fave products should become a monthly ritual, and every 30 days or so, you can expect a full report detailing the highlighters, hair wands, and overnight skincare saviors we've become quickly addicted to.

For the most part, we'll be covering buzzworthy launches (as those typically take up most of the action atop our product-filled desks), but we won't dismiss new-to-us products, either. Because hey, sometimes our best discoveries are found on a friend's vanity or on someone's face at the bar—true (pre-quarantine) story. Ahead, the best beauty products we tried in July! Grab your game face and wallet. You'll be needing both.

Makeup artist Patrick Ta just launched a slew of new beauty products, and to be honest, I've been so impressed with them all. (This lip-softening masque is also a game-changer!) That said, I have to say that this hydrating fine mist has been one of my favorite new beauty additions this month. The mist itself is so fine and refreshing—you don't feel like you just doused your face with a kiddie sprinkler—and the finish is so dewy and luxurious. It's filled with amazing ingredients like rosehip seed oil, black tea ferment, and witch hazel extract, and I've been spritzing it whenever my complexion needs a pick-me-up.

I'm always trying new acne-geared skincare products, and while most fall flat (or rather, fail to flatten my breakouts) this natural deep-green spot treatment from Naturopathic totally wowed me. Including this formula, there are *legitimately* only four acne spot treatments that have ever done anything to calm, nix, or pump the brakes on bourgeoning bumps for me. This one is a wee bit intense-looking due to its color (the green comes from skin-brightening chlorophyll!) but you essentially apply it like a peel-off mask over any bumps. Make sure you let it dry thoroughly, and then the next morning peel it off. Like magic, pimples are either gone, deflated, or at the very least, much less angry. 

I'm nail-obsessed and attempting to keep my nails in tip-top, non-breaking shape has always been of utmost importance to me. So, my infatuation with Butter London's latest nail treatment launch is probably not surprising. With two different color options (Victoria Plum is more purple, the Strawberry Rhubarb is more pink), the finish of the formula is so shiny and jelly-like, extremely buildable (I've been wearing three coats!) and also gives your nails a potent dose of TLC. Like all Butter London products, the polish is 10-Free, and the strategic mix of vitamin E, tea tree oil, hydrolyzed keratin and calcium, diamond powder, and bamboo extract rejuvenate the appearance of nails by repairing existing damage and fortifying them with added strength long-term, too. 

I used to be so all or nothing when it came to makeup—either I'd be 100% bare-faced or I'd be 100% made up. That said, 2020 has definitely marked a shift, and since I've been spending almost all of my time at home, I've been perfecting my less-is-more approach to product. And, let me tell you, this new luminous tinted moisturizer from CoverFX has been one of the best complexion-enhancing formulas I've tried while at home. It features an innovative prebiotic- and probiotic-enriched formula which helps plump and blur fine lines while also improving skin clarity and overall skin health. Plus, the application options are endless. The brand's new Custom Application Brush ($39) is by far the coolest complexion brush I've ever used—it features three "wells" within the brush head where you add your product before buffing it into your skin. You can use the tinted moisturizer in all three or you can mix and match with two additional formulas (like SPF, foundation, liquid highlighter, etc). This formula is also great pre-foundation used like a primer or simply on its own as a tinted moisturizer. It's totally fool-proof and great for achieving a five-minute face. 

I don't know if it's the new moon in Leo or if I'm just getting overly confident with colorful makeup since I'm spending more time at home, but I'm in love with these smooth, vibrantly hued eyeliners. They glide so smoothly onto the skin and the color payoff is unreal. I like to smudge them out for a blurry wash along my lash line, but they do dry down firmly enough to execute the perfect colorful cat-eye, too. I've been loving the sunshine-colored shade Cosmic Yellow lately, but every single option, from the vivid blues to the shimmery metallics, are equally satisfying

I know Chanel's famed Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream Les Beiges ($50) is beloved by everyone and their mother when it comes to glowy makeup, but we also need to give some credit to this sheer highlighting fluid. Instead of a paste, this one is a super lightweight fluid that you can tap into the high points of the face, the cupid's bow, and anywhere else on your face or body that needs a little extra hit of glowy goodness. Unlike the bronzing cream, the finish is a lot dewier. I haven't been wearing foundation all that often, but I can only imagine that mixing a couple of drops of this stuff into my favorite foundation (I'm currently loving the Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Longwear Foundation $44 and the Fenty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation $35) would yield the dreamiest results.)

'm a big fan of body oils and can suss out almost instantly whether or not an oil has the capacity to keep my skin soft and supple all day long. This luxe oil does. It's the softest, most lovely blend of marula and grapeseed oils combined with green rooibos tea extract and honeybush extract. I love smoothing it over damp skin right out of the shower before gently patting off any excess moisture and then letting my body air dry before getting dressed. This stuff is pricey so I don't use it every single day, but every time I do it's such a treat.

I've been on a natural deodorant journey on and off for years now. I've tried at least a dozen different kinds, from aluminum-free sticks, to pastes, to wipes (yes, wipes!), and everything in between. After all this time, I've learned to get more comfortable with a little moisture in my pits, but I truly cannot handle not smelling fresh. I've been using the deodorant for a couple of weeks now, which is about the period of time it typically takes to determine how my body reacts tp a formula and so far, I'm really pleased. I wore this deodorant to the beach and it didn't hold up all that great, but even chemical-filled deodorants have a tough time when put up against the summer sun. I haven't noticed a decrease in the growth of armpit hair yet, but I'm looking forward to seeing if this stuff actually lives up to that claim, too.

Hi, my name is Courtney and I'm a body exfoliation addict. I have more scrubs and exfoliators in my shower than I can even count at this point. (OK, that was dramatic—there are seven of them...for now.) This particular scrub is one I wouldn't normally be drawn to, because I'm wary of anything that could potentially smell overly sweet. That's not an issue here! I've been using this scrub to shave my legs lately and it's just perfect. I'll buff the brown sugar mixture into my skin, rinse away any granules, then use the remaining oil that's left as the slip I need to shave. I'm in love!

My lips are never not slathered in some sort of balm, so when I heard Patrick Ta had one in the works I was super excited to try it out. This lip treatment is so nice! It's slightly minty and imparts a tingly, cooling sensation on application. It's so soft and hydrating without making my lips feel greasy or overly sticky. While it's meant to be worn overnight as a conditioning lip mask, I like to dab this stuff on in the morning to keep my lips coated all day long. I haven't tried it under lipstick yet, but hoping it will serve as a good base layer.

I love tinted lip balms and have a collection of them that borders on excessive. I love the one-two punch of moisturizing my often-dry lips and adding a hint of color that helps perk up my face when I'm wearing minimal makeup. This one by Doubledown Cosmetics has officially become one of my new favorites. It actually lasts, which is quite hard to find in a lip balm, and the color I'm wearing here "The Punk" offers a subtle pink shimmer that's low-key and super pretty. I can't wait to try their other shade, "The Future," which is a gorgeous red. As an extra bonus, the products are all-natural and cruelty-free. 

I am a stomach sleeper, and despite the knowledge that sleeping with my face smooshed into my pillow is bad for wrinkles on my chest and face, I am resistant to changing my ways. Enter, Night's 2-Way Beauty Pillow, which is designed to support better beauty sleep, no matter if you're a naughty stomach sleeper or not. It has a side specifically  for stomach sleepers, and the opposite side is designed for spinal alignment of side or back sleeping. In a time when anxieties are high and a decent night's sleep can be harder to come by, I can say this pillow has actually helped me get a higher quality of sleep. The pillow also comes in a silk case to protect your hair and prevent creases while you sleep. In a word, I'm obsessed. 

I've been in the market for a new daily face cleanser and decided to try Fresh's Soy Face Cleanser based on reviews I saw online. This might be my new go-to! It's so gentle, which is much needed especially when my skin is feeling especially dry. It's also hard-working because it left my face clean and makeup-free. I would say that if you're wearing a lot more product (foundation, eyeliner, shadow... the works), you'll probably need to use a makeup remover in addition, but if you're just wearing mascara and a little bit of concealer, it gets the job done. I use it in the morning and at night.

This small and mighty little guy is my new best friend. I carry it wherever I go (admittedly, not many places), including my back yard, walks around the neighborhood, and the pool. It is unlike any sunscreen product I have ever used before: super light, hydrating, and pleasant gel texture. Bonus points for packing major SPF power and not tasting terrible when it inevitably gets in my mouth.

It seems strange to be super into a toner, but this product is the first in its category to really win me over. I got a sample size in the Dermstore Skin Essentials Kit and have been using it religiously ever since. My skin looks and feels so much better—less oily, irritated, and more even texture—that I will definitely be purchasing the full-size bottle once this runs out.

Speaking of sets, a thoughtful friend sent me a Tatcha Skincare set for my birthday. While I love all of the products, The Water Cream has been a standout. It is both lightweight and super hydrating, with a delicate scent. I apply it as the final step in my routine before bed, and my skin always wakes up happy, even on days that I don't. I am about to run out of the mini, so I will be buying the standard size to get me through the rest of the summer and into fall.

I love nail polish, and despite my collection of colors, I am the worst at at-home manicures. It's not that I lack the skills or finesse, but rather the patience. No matter how "careful" I am, my nails never dry without serious dents, dings, or imperfections. Allured by the promise of its 45-second dry time, I was happy to give this new Nails Inc formula ago, and wow—does it deliver. I am currently wearing a summery shade called "Keeping it Real in Kensington" on my fingers and toes, and yes, the dry time is 100% accurate. Flawless application and no nicks in sight!

These are the first products I've tried from buzzy clean skincare brand Farmacy and I'm impressed. The Honeymoon Glow Resurfacing Serum ($58) is an AHA/BHA exfoliating serum that I've been using a few times a week. I have dry skin that can have trouble tolerating powerful acids, but this one has Hyaluronic Acid and honey, so my skin doesn't get red and flaky. (Disclaimer: I usually apply a bit of face oil on top for even more moisture.) The Honey Potion Renewing Antioxidant Hydration Mask ($56) is a super hydrating mask that's suitable for all skin types. It warms up when you massage it in and leaves you with the softest glowy skin when you wash it off.

Speaking of honey, I'm not exaggerating when I tell you that Gisou makes the best smelling hair products I've ever encountered. The scent is heavenly and subtle. I've been using the hair wash, conditioner, hair oil, and hair perfume, and I see a noticeable difference in shine and smoothness (even in 100% humidity) when I use it. I can't wait to see what other products are in the Gisou pipeline.

I'll gladly try anything with the words Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk in them. The latest in the popular line is two multi-use cream colors that I've been using daily since they arrived on my doorstep. In the pan, they look a little intense but they're actually very sheer and dewy. They don't really dry down, which is my preference in a cream blush, as it makes it act as a highlighter too. On the lips they leave the prettiest like-your-lips-but-better shiny stain. Highly recommended if you're looking for a new fool-proof product for summer.

Ok, normally I don't love to cheat on my signature nude gloss from Fenty because I find colored glosses can be obtrusive and more effort than I'd like to extend. However, I'm currently obsessed with Tower28's Shine on Lip Jelly in the color Fear Less. I was dubious about a purple gloss, but it actually came out a bit more pink/ nude on my lips than I expected, and it's slowly become my go-to gloss to put on before any zoom call.

Since I've been experimenting more in quarantine with a makeup routine, I've realized that makeup wipe removers aren't it; and so began the search for a cleanser that can remove makeup, without irritated my eczema-prone skin. So far I've been loving Herbivore's Creamy Jelly Cleanser—beyond being pink, which is a millennial's dream—I love how easily it removes mascara and highlighter and it didn't leave my skin dry, or itchy as other removers do. For anyone searching for a clean cleanser, this is a must-try. 

Far be it from me to think that a good hairbrush can make *all* the difference, but the right tool can truly feel like a game-changer. I recently retired a hairbrush that I’ve held on for years and picked this one up from A Crown Affair. The bristles magically detangle my hair while keeping it super silky and smooth. Next up on my list of things that are long-overdue: a haircut! 

Up next, 13 Fall Fragrances You'll Want to Wear All Year Round

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