5/2/25

ANGEL DUST BY FUGAZZI IS THE “BLANKET IN A BOTTLE.”

When I was gifted Angel Dust by Fugazzi last month, I didn’t expect it would become one of my
daily signatures.

4/9/25

XERJOFF AND DURAN DURAN’S FIRST UNISEX FRAGRANCES

What is the scent profile of Duran Duran? It’s an intriguing question that, until now, didn’t have a
definitive answer.

3/12/25

16 SWEET PERFUMES THAT SMELL ADDICTIVELY GOOD

Sweet fragrances are undeniably the darling of the perfume world. Sweetness is often linked to pleasure and sensuality and takes us to our favorite dessert.

2/19/25

NICHE PERFUME BRANDS YOU NEED TO KNOW IN SPRING 2025

Whether it’s a house with royal heritage or a bold new brand rewriting the rules, these are the niche fragrance brands defining 2025

2/6/25

A SMOKY, SALTY PERFUME THAT LASTS FOR 24 HOURS

In the world of fragrance collectors, enthusiasts, reviewers, “beast mode” refers to scents like Vanilla Powder that have hyper-strong longevity.

THE TOP BEST DATE
NIGHT PERFUMES

2/6/25

From florals to smoky, tobacco-infused notes, sensual spices, and mysterious animalistic musk variations, shop the best date night perfumes, according to Vogue.

1/11/25

THIS EXPENSIVE SMELLING FRENCH PERFUME BRAND

When we spotted a niche fragrance brand in Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's The Row Margaux bag on Instagram, we took notice.

11/11/24

GATEKEEPING THIS LUXURIOUS PERFUME FOR YEARS

There's one brand in particular that has come recommended to me from multiple beauty editors. Not only does it look chic, but each fragrance has a story.

6/19/24

INSIDE SEPHORA’S NICHE FRAGRNACE STRATEGY

By betting early on indie brands, the retailer has been able to tap into trends and capitalise on a
fast-growing market.

4/18/24

CELEBS ARE GATEKEEPING THESE 10 FRAGRANCES

When it comes to a celebrity's beauty must-haves, I know that they have to be gatekeeping, especially with fragrance.

4/16/24

HOW NICHE FRAGRANCE BRANDS ARE EVOLVING

Let the (fragrance) notes be heard — and seen. Many of the category’s buzziest brands today are leaning into perfume notes as the champions of their storytelling.

4/9/24

NICHE PERFUME BRANDS YOU NEED TO KNOW IN SPRING 2024

Ever thought about how your fragrance is pretty much your own silent calling card? It's wild, but your choice of scent throws out major clues about who you are.

3/31/24

CELEBRATE THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF JOSEPHINE BAKER

Every bit as comforting and bubbly as a big hug from a loved one, Sparkling Jo is a lively tribute to Josephine Baker, evoking the effervescence of champagne.

3/29/24

30 LONG LASTING FRAGRANCES THAT WON’T OVERWHELM YOU

True fragrance connoisseurs understand that the hallmarks of a fragrance range from notes to projection to sillage.

3/1/24

THE REAL DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THESE COLOGNES

There's an art to knowing which scents make sense in the office elevator and which ones give off a sexier, “I'm in the club” feel.

3/1/24

BEST NEW BEAUTY PRODUCTS GLAMOUR EDITORS TRIED

Spring is just around the corner! It's time to stock up on the best new beauty products for warmer weather and longer days ahead.

15 DECADENT VANILLA PERFUMES—

2/22/24

Vanilla perfumes are having a moment right now. Virtually every niche perfume brand is now coming up with their take on vanilla.

11/23/23

16 LONG-LASTING PERFUMES ACCORDING TO COSMO

I have the unique advantage of testing the best scents as part of my job, meaning that I can weed out ones that don't cut it & give my honest opinon.

11/18/23

Not sure how to separate the winning citrus colognes from the losers? Check out some of the best citrus colognes for men…

THE BEST CITRUS COLOGNES FOR MEN

6/6/23

WELCOME TO THE 2023 NOTEWORTHIES

Does the invigorating burst of punchy citrus instantly revive your soul? Or do the depths of damp woods and zingy spices awaken the senses?

2/24/23

SCENT STYLING YOUR HOME IS THE NEXT BIG TREND

Similar to the way everyone is redecorating their homes post-pandemic and lockdown, scent styling is a way to re-energize your space….

2/15/23

WHAT DOES A SKATER SMELL LIKE? THESE 7 PERFUMES:

There’s a certain seduction in a perfectly worn pair of Vans, a pack of American Spirits, and a nonexistent bed frame — the holy trinity of NYC…

2/6/23

THIS PERFUME TREND IS DIVIDING OPINIONS—

Though as we go full steam ahead into 2023, the most viral perfumes are embracing — but most importantly reimagining — the humble rose note.

1/24/23

REPUTATION: WHAT ARE THE BEST COLOGNES FOR MEN?

Searching for the best colognes for men is quite the daunting task. I would know—I’ve been on the hunt for weeks. I decided I wanted a new scent…


7/29/22

I DOWNSIZED MY PERFUME COLLECTION FROM 58 TO 13—

Keep scrolling, the 13 best travel-size perfumes, according to me, are just ahead. The mini versions of my faves.

7/3/22

UPON SECOND SNIFF: ESXENCE 2022 NICHE LIST

For artisanal fragrance creators and enthusiasts, Esxence is akin to a mecca: four days of industry insights, networking, and fragranced scent strips…

5/1/22

HOW ROSE SCENTS ARE SHAKING OFF A REPUTATION

Perfumery’s archetypal flower has earned its revered status, but it’s ripe for reappraisal. A new crop of scents takes the classic note for a spin.