One of the best things about perfume is its ability to jog our memories. So it comes as no surprise that many fragrances are inspired by fond memories of places around the world. Through replicating the aroma of certain destinations, to recreating their ‘vibe’, each of these fragrances can take you on a trip – all from the comfort of your own home.
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Haven’t been jet setting around the world lately? One of these perfumes could bring back holiday memories, or even inspire you to make new ones…
Jo Malone London French Lime Blossom Cologne
Inspired by: a stroll along the Champs Élysées.
This fresh and floral scent has notes of linden blossom, bergamot, tarragon and honey beeswax.
Tory Burch Bel Azur Eau de Parfum
Inspired by: Tory Burch’s love of the sea and the French Riviera.
This fun scent is a mix of bergamot, neroli, peony, creamy cedarwood and earthy vetiver housed in a blue ombre bottle.
The Body Shop Fijian Water Lotus Fragrance Mist
Inspired by: the pure waters of Fiji.
This light and cool fragrance contains notes of mandarin zest, water lotus and marine salt.
L’Occitane Lavender Eau de Cologne
Inspired by: summertime in Haute-Provence, France.
This light cologne features fresh citrus fruits and lavender with woody and musky undertones.
Elizabeth Arden Fragrances Always Red Eau de Toilette
Inspired by: New York
Blood orange, red plum and passionfruit make up the top notes of this bold fragrance. Notes of jasmine sambac, pink freesia and rose petals diffuse next before base notes of red amber, mahogany woods and praline.
Valentina by Valentino Eau de Parfum
50mL, $131, shop.davidjones.com.au
Inspired by: Valentino’s hometown Rome.
This feminine fragrance features notes of Calabrian bergamot, alba truffles, amalfi orange blossom, tuberose, wilde strawberries, cedar and sensual amber.
Giorgio Armani Vetiver Babylone Eau de Toilette
100mL, $228, myer.com.au
Inspired by: the Hanging Gardens of Babylon.
A mix of bergamot, citron, mandarin, coriander, pink pepper, patchouli and vetiver make this fragrance juicy, spicy and earthy.
AERIN Tangier Vanille Eau de Parfum
50mL, $175, shop.davidjones.com.au
Inspired by: the port city of Tangier in Morocco.
This sensual scent blends notes of Madagascan vanilla, Italian bergamot, Bulgarian rose, benzoin, tonka bean, amber, sandalwood and musk.
Tom Ford Private Blend Sole di Positano Eau de Parfum
50mL, $340, shop.davidjones.com.au
Inspired by: Positano, Italy.
Vibrant, citrusy notes that include Italian bergamot, petitgrain bigarade, lemon and mandarin make this scent feel like a holiday in a bottle.
Demeter Great Barrier Reef Cologne Spray
120mL, $33.50, au.strawberrynet.com
Inspired by: the Great Barrier Reef.
This unique scent was put together with the idea in mind of the warm Pacific Ocean meeting the sweet, powdery coral.
Diptyque Do Son Eau de Toilette
100mL, $155, mecca.com.au
Inspired by: the Vietnamese seaside resort of Do Son.
This fragrance blends African orange flower, rose, iris, pink pepper, benzoin and musk.
Byredo Mojave Ghost Eau de Parfum
100mL, $245, mecca.com.au
Inspired by: the Mojave Ghost Flower of the Mojave Desert, California.
This warm and floral scent features ambrette, Jamaican nesberry, violet, sandalwood, magnolia base, chantilly, musk, crisp amber and cedarwood.
Glasshouse Fragrances Rio De Janeiro Passionfruit & Lime
Inspired by: the spirit of Brazil.
This candle has a fresh fragrance thanks to notes of passionfruit, lime, raspberry, orange, rose and melon.
Peppermint Grove Around the World Berlin – Fresh Sage & Cedar Candle
Inspired by: the vibrant city of Berlin.
This candle features top notes of bergamot, cranberry and lemon; middle notes of saffron and sage; and base notes of amber, cedarwood and coffee.
Loved Portofino in Italy. Had a great time there. Perfume version from TF would just buy as a memory…just a bit exxy eek =D