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The 15 Best Fall Fragrances for Women, Approved by Our Autumn-Loving Editors

The best-smelling season of the year

Chelsea Candelario

By Chelsea Candelario

Published Aug 18, 2025

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In my opinion, the best season of the year is upon us, and I’m ready to smell like I’m wrapped in cozy cashmere, sipping on a hot apple cider by the fireplace on a crisp autumn day. Lucky for me, there are plenty of fragrances that do just that. From woody aromas of Bath & Body Works Glazed Pumpkin Mist to the vanilla notes of Phlur Vanilla Skin Body & Hair Fragrance Mist, I went through hours of research to find the best fall fragrances you need by September, vetted and reviewed by PureWow editors.  

How I Chose the Best Fall Fragrances for Women

I did a poll to find out editors’ favorite fall fragrances, which features scent-worthy notes that will have you adding all of them to your cart (but I’ll get to that in a bit). I also have a vast collection of fall-inspired perfumes that I will excitedly recommend to anyone. From there, I did more research to find other popular scents from big retailers and social media alike. Then, I spent time analyzing each pick, looking at their key notes, wearability and longevity. Here’s what I discovered. 

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Beauty and Cultures Editor

Chelsea Candelario

Beauty and Cultures Editor

  • Writes trend stories, product reviews and how-tos across beauty, cultures, fashion and entertainment
  • Over 5 years of experience as a Beauty Editor
  • Studied journalism with a minor in creative writing at SUNY New Paltz

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