This Valentine’s, wear a scent they can’t just admire… they’ll want to taste
There’s a reason they say the senses are the quickest route to the heart, and nowhere is that more true than with scent. Some perfumes flirt, tease. Others make a statement so irresistible that another person who smells you won’t just notice you… They’ll want you, in the most literal sense. Think of it as edible temptation, bottled.
We’re talking scents that linger on your skin, that curl in the air around you, that spark curiosity, desire, and a little playful hunger. Creamy vanillas, spicy amber, sweet lilies and more, these fragrances that turn moments into magnetic chemistry. No matter the occasion this Valentine’s, these scents are your ultimate go-to—because being noticed is good, but being irresistible is better. Warning: these scents may cause uncontrollable attraction.
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Blooming Bouquet by Miss Dior
₦375,000.00
Key notes: Iris, peony, lily-of-the-valley, rose, apricot, vanilla, musk, tonka bean, sandalwood and benzoin.
This fragrance perfectly embodies femininity and youth. More than just sweet, it fuses juicy fruits with gentle spices and a whisper of pepper, creating a scent that’s rich and impossible to ignore. Creamy, velvety, and delicately floral, it melts into the skin and lingers just long enough to leave everyone around you wanting more.
Orphéon by Diptyque
$255
Key notes: Juniper berries, jasmine, powdery notes, cedar and tonka bean.
Diptyque Orphéon is a unisex woody aromatic fragrance inspired by the intimate energy of a 1960s Parisian jazz club beloved by the brand’s founders. The sophisticated woody-floral fragrance has a clean yet nostalgic scent that balances fresh juniper, creamy jasmine, and warm cedarwood with a soft, powdery finish.
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Libre by YSL
₦270,000.00
Key notes: Lavender, mandarin orange, black currant and petitgrain, lavender, orange blossom and jasmine, madagascar vanilla, musk, cedar and ambergris.
Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum is a bold and sophisticated fragrance for women, defined by a unique tension between masculine aromatic notes and feminine florals. It is widely recognised for its clean yet warm profile, combining French lavender with Moroccan orange blossom. A warm vanilla base deepens the sensuality of the scent, leaving a soft, lingering trail that feels as free as it is intoxicating.
Dylan Blue by Versace
₦207,000.00
Key notes: Calabrian bergamot, water notes, grapefruit and fig leaf, ambroxan, black pepper, patchouli, violet leaf and papyrus, are incense, musk, tonka bean and saffron.
This fragrance is a popular, versatile aromatic fragrance for men. Known for its strong, fresh, and masculine scent, it is suitable for both daily wear and evening occasions.
Posh on the Green by Atkinsons
£150
Key notes: Petitgrain and coriander, galbanum, mint and rose geranium, vetiver and cedar.
If colours had scents, green would belong to this one. Designed for all, the fragrance evokes open fields, fresh air, and the unmistakable crispness of manicured British lawns.
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Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier
₦208,000.00
Key notes: Blood orange and mandarin orange, honey, gardenia, orange blossom, jasmine and peach, beeswax, caramel, patchouli and licorice.
Jean Paul Gaultier’s Scandal collection is extremely bold, blending intensely sweet gourmand notes with provocative flair. With daring scents and iconic, statement-making bottles, these fragrances are made for those who want to be unforgettable.
Café Rose by Tom Ford
₦277,000.00
Key notes: May rose, saffron and black pepper, Turkish rose, Bulgarian rose, coffee, patchouli, incense, sandalwood and amber.
Café Rose blends the untamed sensuality of rose with the unexpected depth of dark coffee. It is layered over opulent ylang ylang and a warm, spicy base of coriander, patchouli, cardamom, incense, and sandalwood—an intoxicating veil of irresistible allure
Proceed this Valentine’s and beyond with temptation
The creaminess of vanilla, the bite of spice, the freshness of green notes, the clean warmth of woods; together, they create a tension that’s impossible to ignore. These scents invite closeness, blur personal space, and linger just long enough to make restraint feel optional. Wear them and don’t be surprised if your partner leans in a little closer than usual because when a fragrance hits this right, admiration quickly turns into appetite.
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