Okay, Fine—I've Totally Been Gatekeeping These Niche, Automatically Cool Fragrances

Fragrance Family: musky floral

Key Notes: jasmine, linen, musk

Inspired by new beginnings, 001 Woman is a fresh yet warm fragrance that combines notes of jasmine, linen, and musk to embrace its wearer like their favorite cashmere sweater would. I love how its both inviting and familiar. It's the perfect scent to wear while making new connections, the one you spritz when you're in the mood to make an amazing first impression.

Fragrance Family: woody floral

Key Notes: magnolia flower, red fruits, sandalwood, musk

If you ask me, magnolia is an underrated fragrance note that deserves to be in all the best floral perfume blends. This one combines powdery, fresh magnolia flowers with the tanginess of red fruits and warmth of sandalwood and musk for a ultra-romantic fragrance that exudes confidence. I only wish Loewe's Aura White Magnolia scent was just as widely distributed.

Fragrance Family: floral woods

Key Notes: bergamot, violet, geranium, rose extract, essence of davana, patchouli, vetiver, amber

As both an fashion and beauty insider, I like to pay special attention to the fragrances all the stylish people on my Instagram feed have displayed on their vanity tables and bathroom shelves. Loewe's Un Paseo por Madrid line has made several appearances, and the San Miguel fragrance is a standout thanks to a vibrant combination of fresh flowers, patchouli, and amber.

Fragrance Family: floral woods

Key Notes: freesia, rose, jasmine petals, vanilla, bergamot, lily of the valley, benzoin, vetiver, sandalwood, musk

As part of Loewe's unisex fragrance collection inspired by the vibrant lifestyle of Madrid, this powdery perfume captures the beauty only experiencing a passionate theatrical performance could offer. It has a woody base note layered with a smooth blend of vanilla, jasmine petals, and rose. I've always been an avid supporter of the arts, and this is the perfect scent to wear when I'm off to the opera.

Fragrance Family: amber fruits

Key Notes: pear, galbanum, rhubarb, rose absolute, peony, violet, cedarwood, sandalwood, amber

Any fragrance that makes me feel like my life is together is one that I'll always want to wear, and Lowe's Aire Anthesis is one of my go-tos. Not only does it smell fresh and clean thanks to a refreshing blend of pear, rhubarb, and rose, but there's also a cozy base of cedarwood and sandalwood that rounds out the scent. It's incredibly versatile and perfect for layering with your other fragrance picks.

Fragrance Family: earthy floral

Key Notes: pear, Calabrian mandarin, blackcurrant, Egyptian jasmine, lily of the valley, magnolia, musk, Indian sandalwood, Haitian vetiver

Historically, I've been partial to fresh, floral fragrances, but in the past couple of months, I've been loving scents that strike the delicate balance between being earthy and fresh. Loewe's Aire Sutileza combines bright florals with the warmth of musk, sandalwood, and Haitian vetiver, making this perfume the perfect choice.

Fragrance Family: aromatic woods

Key Notes: leather, woods, herbs amber, vetiver, patchouli

There are few fragrance profiles I love more than those boasting herb notes with a touch of leather. Esencia Elixir is one of my top recommended fragrances that does woodsy well with the addition of patchouli, vetiver, and amber. It's also my favorite of Loewe's Esencia family, fragrances inspired by DNA with a higher concentration of essential oils.

Fragrance Family: floral musks

Key Notes: violet, pear, oud, mimosa, truffle, gray amber, elemi

Loewe's Earth Elixir pairs ripe pear with floral and amber notes underlined by the brand's Loewe accord—a new note crafted with the complex scent of Spanish rockrose wildflower. The scent also belongs to the Earth collection that features perfumes inspired by the more dynamic elements found in nature.

Fragrance Family: fruity floral

Key Notes: green apple, neroli, white woods, green tea

To kick off 2023, I dedicated an entire story to the best green tea fragrances on the market before being introduced to the Solo Ella Eau de Parfum. Now that I have it in my collection, I'm never going back! I love how it opens with tangy green apple and sweet neroli before shifting into soft white woods and green tea during the dry-down. The end result? A fragrance that is bright, uplifting, and energizing.

Fragrance Family: aromatic woods

Key Notes: thyme oil, lavender oil, pepper pink, sage, clary, orange flower, cistus absolute, olibanum absolute, vetiver, mastic tree absolute

I'm a strong believer in venturing out of my comfort zone every now and then to discover new scent profiles to fuel my perfume obsession, and I'm glad I stumbled upon Loewe's Solo Vulcan. The unexpected combination of sage, pink pepper, and orange flower stands out to me because it's set against a background of vetiver and mastic tree absolute, which produces a leathery scent.

Fragrance Family: aquatic floral

Key Notes: grapefruit, tangerine, yuzu, neroli, jasmine, tomato leaf, mint lead, lily of the valley, cedar, amber, musk, vanilla

For nights out, I'm always partial to elevated, sparkling scents like this eau de toilette. Agua Mar de Coral leads with fresh, aquatic notes that recall images of sun-soaked beaches and deep blue waves before transitioning into an energizing citrus blend. I don't pick up the cedar and amber notes as much in this scent, but it's still warm and inviting thanks to a touch of amber.

Fragrance Family: floral fruits

Key Notes: kumquat, Italian lemon, Italian bergamot, passion fruit, bourbon pepper, rose petals, water lily, sandalwood, atlas cedar, musk

The brand's light and airy Agua family draws inspiration from the image of sparkling light on flowing water. Another one of my favorites from the scent collection, Agua Ella combines classic notes of lemon, rose, and water lily encapsulated in a stunning powdery pink bottle. I always wear this one with 001 Woman for a powdery, fresh finish.