Cravings generally fall into one of two categories: sweet or savoury. If you prefer burgers over brownies, pizzas over pavlovas and dumplings over donuts, then the chances are your snack inclinations lean towards the savoury. This preference also translates to your perfume palette – we’ll bet you savoury fans would select a salty, spicy or smoky scent over a sweet one any day. Vanilla isn’t everyone’s vibe, florals can be too full-out feminine, and fruity fragrances can easily stray into Starburst territory, so we’ve found five piquant perfumes to make your savoury senses soar.
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If you like… truffle
Tom Ford Black Orchid Eau de Parfum ($185, sephora.com.au)
Truffles are the fruiting bodies of fungi, which we know doesn’t exactly scream fragrant, but as anyone partial to a plate of truffle fries knows, the aroma is overwhelmingly addictive. Tom Ford’s take on truffle is steadied by sandalwood and vetiver, and it’s just as warm, flavourful and luxurious as the treat itself.
If you like… salt
Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt
If you’re the real-life version of the Salt Bae meme, this is the savoury scent for you. A fresh mix of sage, seaweed, and of course, sea salt, Jo Malone’s ultra-chic layered cologne is the best way to get your flavour fix without any sodium overload, so put down the salt shaker and pick up this perfume ASAP.
If you like… patchouli
Patchouli doesn’t automatically equal psychedelic – somehow this earthy concoction just smells cool. It’s partly polished, partly bohemian and 100% chic. A heavenly and herby take on patchouli anchored by a smoky, spicy clove base, it’ll linger for a long time – so no need to tote around for top-ups.
If you like… cumin
Aramis Eau de Toilette Natural Spray
Cumin is as much of a must-have in your perfume wardrobe as it is on your spice rack. Fresh (thanks to thyme) yet seductive (where cumin comes in) upon first spritz, it dries down to a sensual mossy-amber fusion that’s enchantingly masculine without being too intense. It’ll spice up your life in a sole spritz.
If you like… hazelnut
Valentino Uomo Eau de Toilette ($103, myer.com.au)
Nutella aside, hazelnuts aren’t just for the sweet-tooths of the world. In fact, if you’re yet to discover their savoury potential, it’s time to broaden your hazelnut horizons. We’ve got just the scent to convince you – this unisex Valentino drop is deliciously decadent with a hazelnut-leather-cedar blend to die for. We’re nuts for it.
Perfumes that smell like food!!