Why Expensive-Smelling Saffron Scents Are Trending This Fall

A fruity-floral-meets-amber scent, this will have you simultaneously dreaming of California summers and getting ready to cozy up next to the fire. “Radiant and textured, Ojai feels rooted and distinctly Californian, capturing the sensuality of a landscape that is sunlit, vibrant, and grounded,” says Zarokian, who is the perfumer behind this new fragrance. “This warm, golden light is caught in a radiant mango note. Ripe, pulpy and slightly green, its freshness is lifted by bergamot, then deepened in the heart by the colorful warmth of saffron and the soft velvety bloom of Bulgarian rose. In the base, patchouli and frankincense pull the fragrance into deeper shade, something earthy though unexpectedly soulful, while vanilla brings comfort and depth.”Key NotesBergamot, green note, cardamom, mango, Bulgarian rose, saffron, patchouli, frankincense, vanillaNewly-launched, Overture 41 is a take on the original Overture Woman EDP now at a 41 percent concentration. It smells like luxury in a bottle thanks to notes like saffron, sandalwood, and leather. I love it for any special occasion, but particularly date night or an evening out with friends.Key NotesFrankincense, saffron, cinnamon, rose centifolia, geranium, sandalwood, vanilla, patchouli, leatherAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowDesigned to be unisex, this new and potent extrait de parfum has a dry, refined finish that can be worn on anyone and from day to night. It opens with bergamot and spice for a bright start before warm saffron delivers a fall-ready, grounded touch.Key NotesCedrat, nutmeg, saffron, red ginger, cedarwood, lavender, gardenia, vetiver, oakmossNot new, but widely-adored, Byredo’s Black Saffron EDP can count Raguenes as a fan. “I love the play on the leathery facet of saffron but with a twist on a darker facet of the note,” he says.Key notesPomelo, saffron, juniper berry, black violet, blonde woods, raspberry, vetiverCatharine Malzahn is a contributing beauty writer at Cosmopolitan and was previously the beauty assistant at Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day, and Prevention.