We think it’s always a better choice to spritz yourself with your favourite fragrance before walking out the door. You don’t have to be an avid zodiac believer to follow our fun guide that will help you pick a suitable scent according to your horoscope based on its key traits.
Let’s get to it:
Aries (March 21 – April 20)
Our pick: Paco Rabbane’s Olympéa Eau de Parfum Spray
Notes: Green Mandarin, Ginger Lily, Salted Vanilla & Sandalwood.
Why we love it: It’s sweet, creamy yet strong scent compliments the driven and action-oriented Aries making you smell absolutely goddess-like.
Taurus (April 21 – May 21)
Our pick: Elie Saab’s Le Parfum
Notes: Mandarin Blossom, Gardenia, Jasmine & Rose Honey
Why we love it: No expenses are spared when it comes to a Taurus purchasing, especially when it comes to buying a fragrance. This is why Elie Saab’s Le Parfum would be ideal for a Taurus. It’s airy, elegant and it embodies exactly what Taurus would like to smell like – expensive.
Gemini (May 22 – June 21)
Our pick: Prada’s Candy
Notes: Caramel, Musk, Vanilla & Benzoin
Why we love it: If Geminis were to be a fragrance, you lot would definitely be Prada Candy. Bold, seductive and easy-going. Prada Candy has sweet notes that’ll just leave you wanting more.
Cancer (June 22 – July 22)
Our pick: Calvin Klein’s Sheer Beauty
Notes: Peach Bellini, Bergamot, Peony & Sandalwood
Why we love it: Cancers are drawn to sensitivity and are more intact with their emotional side. Which is why Calvin Klein’s Sheer Beauty would suit you with its dreamy, fresh and sensual scent.
Leo (July 23 – August 21)
Our pick: Guerlain’s Shalimar Souffle de Parfum
Notes: Bergamot, Iris, Vanilla & Amber.
Why we love it: Let’s lay it all out on the table… which Leo doesn’t love being in the centre of attention and having all eyes on them? Guerlain’s Shalimar Parfum is a head-turner with its musky and slightly spicy scent. After all, isn’t that what Leos are about? Being all majestic, grand and fierce.
Virgo (August 22 – September 23)
Our pick: Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle
Notes: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rose & Patchouli
Why we love it: Classy. Très-chic. Posh. Enough said. Virgos know what’s up.
Libra (September 24 – October 23)
Our pick: Burberry Body
Notes: Green Apple, Vanilla, Amber & Musk
Why we love it: Libras are bubbly yet poised, social butterflies. They adore perfection a.k.a the Burberry Body. Feminine, sensual, airy and fresh… all in one bottle!
Scorpio (October 24 – November 21)
Our pick: Versace’s Crystal Noir
Notes: Gardenia, Amber, Sandalwood & Black Fig
Why we love it: Scorpios are often tied to words like magnetic and mysterious. Versace Crystal Noir is the Scorpio of fragrances. It smells as hypnotic as it looks with just the right amount of charm. If fragrances could break hearts, this would be it.
Sagittarius (November 23 – December 22)
Our pick: Givenchy’s Amarige
Notes: Mimosa, Melon, Peach & Cashmeron
Why we love it: Givenchy Amarige portrays the independent, spontaneous and spirited Sag gal perfectly with its romantic scent. Not to mention, the bottle is super cool – part flame and part opaline!
Capricorn (December 23 – January 20)
Our pick: Boss Nuit Pour Femme
Notes: Peach, Jasmine, Violet & Sandalwood
Why we love it: The kind of scent that would leave you with a visual of a Capricorn lady boss walking right past you as Beyoncé’s Run The World plays at the back of your head. No messing around with this one!
Aquarius (January 21 – February 19)
Our pick: YSL Black Opium
Notes: Vanilla, Jasmine & Black Coffee
Why we love it: Aquarius are known to be picky people and it really is a good trait when it comes to choosing the right fragrance. YSL Black Opium is the right balance and combination of strong, sophisticated and neat. This full-bodied fragrance is a total thumbs up.
Pisces (February 20 – March 20)
Our pick: Emporio Armani Diamonds
Notes: Lychee, Raspberry, Amber & Vanilla
Why we love it: This is a timeless piece! The soft and delicate scent is a total favourite and would fit the bubbly Pisces like a glove. This fragrance would want to make you bury your head under whoever’s wearing it. It really does smell THAT good.
