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Scents of the Season By Abby Montanez The shift in seasons brings with it a rush of new and evocative scents. For fall, think warm apples, pumpkin treats, burnt wood and hearty herbs. Just like we transition our homes and wardrobes, don't forget to make room for fragrances that complement the incoming change in climate. It's time to ditch the fruity-florals and sheer citrus notes and settle into something heavier, fuller and richer. As a guide, seek out scents that are spicy and woody to mimic the outdoors or wrap yourself in something sumptuous like leather. Try letting the season's color palette be your guide or simply allow autumn's warm and comforting flavors to be a source of inspiration. Here are five of our favorite fragrance notes that speak to the fall season. —FIVE FRAGRANCES TO FALL FOR THIS YEAR Coffee Even if you don't like the taste, most of us find the smell of freshly brewed coffee irresistible. Its compounds touch on many different (and attractive) aromas including sweet, spicy, fruity, floral and smoky. This fall, as you reach for your PSL, consider warming up with a coffee-scented fragrance. On the skin, coffee notes include dark wood, a pleasant bitterness and an equally addictive and invigorating richness—just like taking that first sip. Depending on your preference, coffee can take center stage as a sultry, nutty scent or act as a subtle, sugary undertone in the background. *Recommendations Men: MUGLER A*Men Pure Coffee Eau de Toilette Women: Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum Amber As a piece of jewelry, amber's natural golden glow evokes a sense of warmth. As a perfume, its earthy and spicy notes provide a sense of comfort. During the cooler months, one sniff of an amber fragrance can stir up visions of a crackling fireplace or fall foliage crunching beneath your feet. On its own, amber gives off a sweet and woody aroma but its powerful scent can easily be layered for a lighter finish. Typically, you'll see amber paired alongside similarly warming fragrances such as patchouli, moss or sandalwood. *Recommendations Men: Prada Amber Pour Homme Women: CLEAN Reserve Amber Saffron Eau de Parfum V U E N J . C O M 66

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