Fragrances for a new academic year

If you can’t start the day without a hit of caffeine, then Maison Margiella’s Coffee Break is like a shot of espresso to the senses. Packed with the vibrancy of your local coffee spot, it features a zingy blend of coffee, lemon essence, and a milky mousse accord (it’s giving latte vibes).

Love florals? Marc Jacob’s continues to reinvent cult favourite Daisy with this new rendition Daisy Ever So Fresh. A bouquet of juicy notes – think mango, pineapple, and rosewater – it’s sure to lift your mood when you’re hitting the books.

Fall in love with the woody-amber tones of Eros, the perfect blend of fresh and flirty notes. Blending mint, Italian lemon zest, tonka bean, and oakmoss, it’s as versatile as your go-to pair of jeans.  

For a bold hit of drama, you can’t go wrong with Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf. This pretty, feminine fragrance envelops you in notes of orchid, rose and jasmine and will last from morning ‘till night. 

If ‘positive vibes only’ are your bag (and out to make a great first impression), then Gucci’s Floral Gorgeous Gardenia will spark joy with every spritz. Made for the ‘free-spirited’ (cue Miley Cyrus fronting the ad campaign in anime form) it features fresh notes of pear blossom, white gardenia, jasmine and sugar.

If you’re more into sports socials than hitting the local strip, Paco Rabanne’s Invictus Victory gives you ‘man of the match’ vibes in a bottle. A powerful trio of lemon, incense lavender, and vanilla caviar will leave a lasting impression on anyone who passes you by.

Dramatic and alluring, Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent is the kind of fragrance to use sparingly for its attention-grabbing powers. An intoxicating blend of dark coffee, white flowers, and vanilla, its equal parts glam and edgy – the perfect scent to wear on a night out. 

Looking for a confidence-boosting scent? Dior’s Sauvage is a scent that makes people stop and take note. From the moment you inhale the top notes of Sichuan pepper (yes, you read that correctly) and bergamot, you’ll already be hooked on this powerful woody scent.

And guys, for a distinctive scent that wouldn’t feel out of place whether you’re heading to the pub for a quiet few or planning a big night out with your new mates, get to know Only the Brave by Diesel. The charming scent features sparkling citrus notes and sensual aromatics to create an Eau de Toilette that’s confident yet undeniably cool.