Every bookworm knows that reading a book, all warm and cosy on a crisp Autumn day is heaven. If I could recreate that kind of peace 24/7, I would. Luckily, there are some fragrances around to give you that curled-up-reading-by-the-fireplace feeling.
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We’ve gathered up nine fragrances that every bookworm needs to try out. Some inspired by authors and novels, some that give you that cosy reading feeling.
Have a flick, bookworms!
Byredo Baudelaire Eau de Parfum
100mL, $245, mecca.com.au
This scent is a tribute to French poet Charles Baudelaire. Notes of juniper berries, incense, black pepper, caraway, leather, hyacinth, patchouli, papyrus and black amber make up this warm and spicy fragrance.
Demeter Paperback Cologne Spray
30mL, $29.95, muaustralia.com
This cologne will conjure up memories of libraries thanks to the mix of violets, potpourri and the smell of old paper.
Vanessa Megan Autumn Afternoon Natural Perfume
This natural perfume is a warm, citrusy blend of mandarin, lavender, patchouli and peru balsam essential oils.
Katy Perry INDI Eau de Parfum
Katy Perry’s latest fragrance, INDI, is a musky and woody scent. Notes of oriental plum, Italian bergamot, muguet, white cedar wood, amber, vanilla tonka and 11 different types of musks make up this warm fragrance.
Guerlain Mitsouko Eau de Toilette
50mL, $112, shop.davidjones.com.au
This perfume is a floral and spicy concoction, inspired by the heroine in the novel La Bataille.
Shay & Blue Black Club Leather Fragrance Concentrée
100mL, $145, kianabeauty.com.au
This scent hits the feeling of ‘by the fireplace’ right on the head. Notes of leather, antique furniture wax, old books and brandy will have you itching to cosy up with your latest book.
Book by Commodity Eau de Parfum
100mL, $150, Available at Sephora
This scent is inspired by the novels of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway. The woody and fresh fragrance features notes of sandalwood and eucalyptus.
Molton Brown Black Leather & Cade Candle
This candle conjures up luxe library vibes with notes of birch oil, cedarwood, cade oil, black leather accord, tar accord, amber and warm woods.
Peppermint Grove Around the World New York – Warm Amber & Geranium Candle
This warm and floral candle features orange, white jasmine, geranium, rose, amber, sandalwood, vanilla, patchouli and musk.
The Molten Brown scented candle looks sensational, would be nice to try
Perfect!
Lots of fragrances that I haven't seen before.