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A cool girl’s guide to the best Valentine’s Day perfumes

Iconic *and* romantic

By Tiarne Blackwell

Content Producer / February 13 2023

If you’re on the hunt for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, you simply can’t go past perfume.

Not only is perfume a romantic gift that lasts way longer than chocolate (if you’re like us, anyway), but it’s known for a huge number of cool benefits, like boosting your confidence, enhancing your mood and even triggering positive memories.

But we also know that finding the right fragrance can be really hard. After all, there’s so many different options and they all smell different on your skin due to your individual pH balance.

Luckily, the below scents are bound to delight and impress anyone. From floral undertones to vanilla hearts and everything in between, we’ve collated seven standout spritzes your loved one is sure to adore.

Who is Elijah Nomad Eau de Parfum

Huge fan of Baccarat Rouge? Who is Elijah Nomad’s been dubbed as the perfect dupe. From its flirtatious first spritz to a grounded settled scent, get ready to go on a journey when wearing this exotic perfume. When first applied, a floral hint of Bulgarian rose delights the senses while full bodied amberwood makes a lasting impression, even after it has dried down.

$179 at a-beauty

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau De Parfum

If you’re looking for something that’ll stop your date in their tracks, the Black Opium Eau De Parfum is calling your name (and your wallet). With over 18,000 five-star reviews on the YSL website alone, this little guy's a modern glam rock version of a classic feminine scent. Designed like a shot of adrenaline, it certainly embodies the YSL spirit: free and self-confident.

From $116 at YSL Beauty

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum Spray

Any perfume fanatic will know that Coco Mademoiselle is the essence of a bold and free woman. A feminine ambery fragrance with a strong personality and a surprising freshness, you can’t go wrong with this sweet VD pick.

From $134 at Myer

Kayali Vanilla 28 Eau De Parfum

Discover the captivating scent of Kayali Vanilla. Part of Kayali’s first-ever fragrance collection, this amber gourmand scent is rich and decadent, pairing soft white florals with warmth and sweetness. Impossible to resist, its refined take on a vanilla fragrance contrasts warm woods and white florals.

$133 at Adore Beauty

Paco Rabanne FAME EDP

Capturing the irresistible Parisian spirit of the Rabanne woman, FAME perfume pays tribute to a new era of femininity. It is the quintessence of avant-garde luxury, bursting with precious ingredients. You can expect succulent mango, exceptionally pure jasmine and addictive creamy incense.

From $162 at Myer

Giorgio Armani Si EDP

It’s hard not to feel like you’re saying yes to life, freedom and love when you spritz a bit of this baby. This luxe fragrance is a tribute to modern femininity, combining grace, strength and simplicity. It is aromatic, fruity and floral, embodying the very essence of chic Italian elegance and style.

$175 at Adore Beauty

Givenchy L'Interdit EDP

Givenchy L'Interdit EDP has earned itself a fabulous reputation in the beauty world. A tribute to bold femininity, L'Interdit urges you to defy convention and embrace your singularity. It has notes of orange blossom, jasmine, tuberose, vetiver and patchouli.

From $184 at Myer

Main image credit: Paco Rabanne

Looking for something else this Valentine's Day? Check out the swoonworthy scented candles you absolutely need this Valentine’s Day.

Tiarne Blackwell

Tiarne is BEAUTYcrew's Content Producer. Between crafting narratives about all things beauty, you might catch her indulging in an endless stream of TikTok videos and obsessing over her dog. Her words have also appeared across other mastheads such as Better Homes & Gardens, New Idea, Now To Love, Bounty Parents and more.