Let’s face it, breaking and entering aside, our obsession with our beloved celebrities knows no limits. From their go-to coffee order to their star sign, we want (nay, we need) to be across it all.
So when it comes to something as personal as a signature scent, our curiosity becomes all-consuming.
For a hint at exactly what you’d inhale if you gave one of these mega stars a hug, here are the actual perfumes they’ve confessed to spritzing on themselves.
Scarlett Johansson – Narciso Rodriguez For Her and Hermes Terre d’Hermès
When you’re an A-lister, why wouldn’t you have a fragrance wardrobe? Johansson certainly agrees. “I love the Narcisco Rodriguez one; it smells so good,” she told Harper’s Bazaar. “There’s also a Hermès one called Terre d’Hermès that I love. I kind of mix it up.”
Narciso Rodriguez For Her, $205 at The Iconic and Hermès Terre d’Hermès, $195 at Myer
Jennifer Aniston – Child Perfume Oil
This pretty perfume oil may cost a (fittingly) pretty penny, considering one mini rollerball goes for 100 bucks, but Jennifer’s seal of approval is all the convincing we need! It features a soft blend of white botanicals ranging from jasmine to magnolia, as well as touches of vanilla, lilac and violet. Timeless and stunning, just like Jen! Plus, it’s a rollerball, so it’s travel-friendly, too!
Approx. $100 AUD at Anthropologie
Kate Moss – Clarins Eau Dynamisante Treatment Fragrance
“My mum used to wear it, it’s just a go-to smell,” Kate told Vogue as she pulled the Clarins Eau Dynamisante out of her handbag. This iconic red bottle is a favourite amongst arguably the two chicest groups of people: French women and supermodels. Formulated without the regular alcohols you’d find in a fragrance, this skin care and perfume hybrid has been enriched with essential oils that allow it to double as a skin toner and hydrating mist.
Want to know more? Read Clarins Eau Dynamisante Treatment Fragrance reviews here…
$74 at Adore Beauty
Naomi Campbell – Dior Diorissime
You’d be forgiven for assuming Naomi Campbell’s signature scent comes from her own perfume line, Naomi by Naomi Campbell. However, during an interview at the Fragrance Foundation Awards, the supermodel said “I wear a blend of many of my old favourites. But one of my all time favourite fragrances is Diorissimo [by Dior].” In particular its staying power: “I love florals, florals that linger and that’s what lily of the valley does, it lingers all night,” she said.
$140 at Myer
Emma Stone – Chanel Gardenia
If you’re someone who savours their favourite fragrance for special occasions only, you may be baffled to discover that Emma Stone reportedly sprays her Chanel Gardénia at bedtime every night to induce a peaceful sleep. We’re all about spritzing our pillows with a relaxing sleep spray and Chanel’s delicate blend of white florals and orange blossom would be sure to guarantee the sweetest of dreams.
$495 at Chanel
Jodie Comer – Le Labo Santal 33
Jodie Comer’s signature scent, Le Labo’s Santal 33 has become the staple of many celebs, Alexa Chung included. So it wasn’t shocking to learn that the Killing Eve actress first discovered this fragrance through another actress. Speaking to the New York Times she said,”I definitely copied an actress I worked with. We would ride the lift every day, and I would smell it on her, and it would be that amazing smell. But we’re all copying each other. I have no shame in admitting it.”
$296 at MECCA
Susan Sarandon – Santa Maria Novella Eva
“I don’t have a signature scent as such, but I prefer masculine scents like sandalwood,” Susan shared to Harpers Bazaar UK. Despite not necessarily being loyal to one fragrance, Susan does admit that, “Eva from the Italian perfumer Santa Maria Novella is a favourite.”
$198 at Libertine Parfumerie
Helen Mirren – Hermès Un Jardin En Mediterranee
Ever wondered what a dame smells like? Besides class, talent and beauty, of course. Well, in the case of the incomparable Dame Helen Mirren, it’s sparkling citrus with a heady green twist.
She shared the identity of her favourite fragrance with Glamour, naming this beautifully bright hybrid of bergamot, lemon, mandarin orange and fig leaf as her zesty signature scent.
$190 at David Jones
Victoria Beckham – Room Service by Vilhelm Parfumerie
From the niche, New York-based fragrance house Vilhelm Parfumerie, Victoria Beckham spilled on her favourite fragrance to her Instagram followers, labelling the citrus, sandalwood, black amber and violet scent as being “super chic”.
And let’s be honest, if this scent can evoke even the slightest memory of what it’s named after, we will be spritzing like there’s no tomorrow.
$243 at MECCA
Meghan Markle – Wild Bluebell by Jo Malone
Sadly for us, Meghan Markle’s lifestyle blog TIG is no longer active. But that doesn’t mean we can’t hang on to all the past beauty recommendations that were once written on the site.
One of those includes Meghan’s daily signature scent; the floral favourite from Jo Malone, Wild Bluebell.
The fragrance notes include clove, bluebell, lily of the valley, jasmine and musk.
$204 at MECCA
Naomi Watts – Original Musk Eau de Toilette by Kiehl’s
Speaking to Harpers Bazaar, Naomi Watts listed Kiehl’s warm, soft perfume as her fragrance fave. The best part? It’s under $80.
The actress revealed she doesn’t like “overpowering perfumes”, and described the musk, orange blossom and bergamot nectar scent as having “that just-got-out-of-the-shower smell”.
Read Kiehl’s Original Musk Eau de Toilette reviews
Kate Middleton – White Gardenia Petals by Illuminum
Boutique British fragrance brand Illuminum has possibly the greatest endorsement of all time, as one of their perfumes was selected by the Duchess for her wedding day.
The eight ingredient formula labelled “White Gardenia Petals” holds top notes of lily, jasmine and, you guessed it, gardenia.
$259.95 at Cosmetics Now
Princess Diana – 24 Faubourg by Hermes
There is very little about Princess Diana that isn’t public knowledge, and her most-loved daily fragrance is no exception.
Described by Hermes as “a patch of light”, the jasmine, orange blossom and vanilla scent appeals to any lovers of crisp, feminine notes. Plus, it’s currently selling for a reduced price of $126 (RRP $160) on Perfumery.com.au.
$126 at perfumery.com.au/
Drew Barrymore – Patchouli
While Drew doesn’t name an exact perfume, when speaking to InStyle she did cite the musky and earthy scent “patchouli” as her preferred go-to fragrance.
Here are 15 patchouli-based fragrances that we can only assume Drew would love.
Ashley Graham – Chloe Ea De Parfum by Chloe
A classic fave, Chloe’s self-titled signature perfume is a top pick for anyone who favours a light, romantic and feminine scent. Among fans of the popular fragrance is Ashley Graham, who revealed to E! Online that this is the perfume she “can’t live without”.
And the good news? It’s currently available at Chemist Warehouse for a reduced price of $99. Bargain.
$99 at Chemist Warehouse
Reese Witherspoon – Aerin Amber Musk
Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar, Reece crowned Aerin’s Amber Musk as her #1 fragrance, revealing “I don’t go anywhere without a spritz”.
The spicy and floral perfume is described by Aerin as being a “warm, inviting scent you want to wrap yourself in – like a soft cosy blanket on a cold snowy night”. We’ll take 20.
$185 at David Jones
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What’s your signature scent? Have you ever tried any of the ones mentioned?
Oops! I do have one of them, the Chanel Gardenia – so lovely.
Is it very sweet?
I am only familiar with Santal 33 by Le Labo. However keen to smell Diorissimo by Dior and the Eau Dynamisante by Clarins
I did use the Clarins one years ago but couldn’t write a review as it was so long ago and all I remember is I liked it.
I hardly use perfume at all. So most likely would not be purchasing any of these.
I do like fresh floral scents.
I would like to smell some of these, at those price tags I bet they are all divine.
I’d love to sniff a few of these
You need to try them on your skin and give them time to settle for the reaction to you.
I don’t use perfume, it gives me headaches
I want to try that clarins one!
I’d love to try Chanel Gardenia.
I would love to smell the Chanel Gardenia.
I don’t have a signature scent but love a lot of them.
I tried few samples of Jo Malone.
What di you think of them Angage?
I’d like to try Clarins Treatment fragrance, it sounds innovative and intriguing
$495 is a pretty hefty price tag for a perfume
I agree!
I must have expensive taste, I really like the Chanel Gardenia at $495.
Veru expensive taste Normap.!!
I like Si at the moment.
I have’nt tried any of these yet, I don’t have a signature scent right now.
Perfume is something I’m willing to spend a bit on – it’s one thing where I really see a difference in quality.
Helen Mirren is an inspiration. She is so lovely and always looks so good.
Yes she is an amazing lady and not afraid to age gracefully.
Love the Chloe one. It’s so timeless
I know of a lady who loves that too
It would seem that Chloe is a favourite.
All of these perfumes sound lovely to me.
Narciso Rodriguez For Her has been on my radar for a while.
My go to is Ralph by Ralph Lauren!
Aerin Amber Musk is lovely! It is on my wish list 🙂
Sounds ‘warm’
I would like to smell the Chloè one
Would try all listed above that jo malone one. All below including jo malone, not for me
I love Kiehl’s products but not that ‘fume! It reminded me of the 1970’s when I was a kid! Funny that!
Some of those are so expensive. I have used Chloe in the past.
I love the fresh scent of Clarins Eau Dynamisante.
I’m curious to try the Child Perfume Oil.
Aerin’s Amber Musk is beautiful and I wish it were $185 it went up to $220 🙁
I don’t have any of these, I find that a lot of celebrities these days wear a perfume that they have formulated themselves.