Scent lingers long after words fade, clinging to memory in ways that style or sound rarely can. That’s why at VMAN, fragrance is treated as identity itself, a coded language of mood, presence, and self-expression. Our editors’ choices span from reinvented icons to contemporary standouts, each selected not just for the notes inside the bottle but for the moods and memories they evoke.

Bibliothèque By Byredo

Courtesy of Byredo

“Imagine stepping into a grand old library where leather-bound books line the walls, velvet armchairs invite you to linger. Fruity notes of peach and plum soften into a heart of peony and violet, before settling into a base of patchouli, leather, and vanilla. It’s warm, plush, and enveloping, a fragrance that turns introspection into luxury.”

— Mathias Rosenzweig, Digital Director of V Magazine & VMAN

Dior Sauvage Elixir by Christian Dior Parfums

Courtesy of Dior

“This version rebuilds the original fragrance into something darker, more potent, and far more intriguing. It opens with the spiced fire of cinnamon and nutmeg, rounded by cardamom and softened with lavender, before diving into a dense, woody base of licorice, amber, and patchouli.”

— Mathias Rosenzweig, Digital Director of V Magazine & VMAN

FANTASMAGORY by Louis Vuitton

“With one of the eccentric bottles hitting the market this fall, Louis Vuitton’s Fantasmagoria raises the bar for gourmand scents with a vanilla-powered fragrance that fuses florals with leather. Within the vein of the house’s Maison’s Les Extraits Collection, the ultra-concentrated formula boosts the richness of vanilla with almond extract and ginger finishes off the experience that stems from the Frank Gehry-designed bottle.”

— Kevin Ponce, Editor, V Magazine & VMAN

rose star by Christian dior Parfums

“A twist on the classic rose-scented fragrance, Rose Star is a delight to the senses that uses the lucky symbol of the house, the star, as a base for a symphonic blend of notes. With the five points being Sichuan Pepper, pear, lemon, honey, musk, with rose in the center, the zesty scent bringing a multi-layered experience in ways that will keep everyone around you intrigued with mystique.”

— Kevin Ponce, Editor, V Magazine & VMAN

Devotion by Dolce&Gabbana Beauty

Courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana

“Sweet, radiant, and gourmand, this fragrance balances candied citrus with warm vanilla, weaving a blend that feels Mediterranean. There’s a sun-drenched brightness to it, but also a comforting depth that makes it wearable long after sunset. Romantic without being cloying, it captures the idea of love as both indulgence and refreshing.”

— Christian Rosa, Associate Digital Editor of V Magazine & VMAN

rising sun by rite of way

Courtesy of Rite of Way

“There’s something familiar in this scent. Airy and sunlit, it conjures memories of salt-kissed mornings and warm sand beneath your feet. Notes of cardamom and sandalwood mingle with tobacco and tonka, radiating warmth with every layer. Though born from a New York–based contemporary house, its essence drifts far from the city’s concrete and straight to the seaside.​ It’s the fragrance I have been returning to most.”

— Christian Rosa, Associate Digital Editor of V Magazine & VMAN

Black Orchid Reserve by Tom Ford Beauty

Courtesy of Tom Ford

“This reinvention of the House’s most iconic scent pushes everything to the extreme. The dark florals are richer, the spices sharper, the earthy undertones even more decadent. The result is an intoxicating wave of black truffle, orchid, and patchouli, amplified by smoky woods and a hint of balsam. It’s smooth, refined, and magnetic, layering richness with a touch of mystery.”

— Copelyn Bengel, Fashion Market Editor of V Magazine & VMAN

LIBRE Vanille by YSL Beauty

Courtesy of Yves Saint Laurent

“A gentle twist on a floral-gourmand favorite. Notes of vanilla and white petals transition into a subtle trace of creamy woods, creating a smooth finish that lingers like soft sunlight on skin. It’s warm enough for evening, yet fresh enough for everyday wear, striking the perfect balance between sweetness and sultriness.”

— Copelyn Bengel, Fashion Market Editor of V Magazine & VMAN