Great! Perfume is about more than smell; its about what you think a smell says about you, explains D.S.

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Very nice smell. Thoughts: Way too flower-y, not for me.

Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. Hope you enjoyed and let me know whats your signature scent in the comments below. Thoughts: It smells really nice and delicate at first but it has a weird after-smell. I recommend setting this one aside for special events like a wedding. Ad from shop ScentimentalOil From shop CelinesAttic, ad by FragrantBodyOilz

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Bal dAfrique to me is too fruity and skews a little overripe - if it were a color, itd be a strong yellow-orange. A single spritz transports you to a garden that's in full bloom, but as a warning, a few sprays might be heavy for daytime wear. If you like Da freak, Id recommend musk therapy. Typically, orders of $35 USD or more (within the same shop) qualify for free standard shipping from participating Etsy sellers.

Makes me feel like a woman, but might be too overpowering for an everyday scent. to my perfume arsenal.

Maybe you can pick it up the next time youre in Paris. Then Byredo launched at Barneys.

The first time I smelled Byredos Gypsy Water, it was on a supermodel friend. Ad from shop FragrantBodyOilz Ad from shop OilPerfumery

Then I moved on to Diors scent which is still one of my favorites, you can get it here. If you have yet to visit the Mojave Desert like me, or indulge in learnings about the Mojave Ghost flower, this amber-floral perfume is seemingly the next best option.

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FREE shipping, ad by AntalyaCraftShop From shop scentofflowers, $120.00 Inspired by the great poets of the 1940s this warm floral fragrance features a romantic blend of sandalwood, bergamot, pink peppercorn, and violeta very, very close mix of notes to Gypsy Water.

Meet the crisp floral fragrance that epitomizes springtimeand is anything but subtle.

We only select products we hope youll love. Byredo perfumes are the kind you want to indulge in, so, to help you pick your favorite, Ive ranked and reviewed 11 of its most unique unisex fragrances, starting with my absolute must-haves to scents you simply cant go wrong with. (10% off), ad by VaultFragrances Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy.

BloomNBarrelPerfume FREE shipping, $15.79 & Durga cofounder David Moltz, who has noticed that, of late, more and more people have been asking for bespoke blends. Saying no will not stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. Its beautifully exotic and unexpected, born from the idea of capturing Paris in the late 1920s.

But don't freak outit's nothing like the overly sweet scents you (probably) spritzed on as a teen.

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See my reviews below: Top:Bergamot, Juniper Berries, Lemon, Pepper.

Thoughts: Looove this one. Ad from shop AuthenticDecants 2022 SheMedia, LLC. Ad from shop ScentvilleFragrances Try contacting them via Messages to find out! From shop TheLuxuryFragshop, ad by CelinesAttic Choose the options youd like for the order. Original Price $9.00 PoshPerfumes

It has top notes of opoponax and cognac; like most of the brands fragrances, this one is also unisex. A PLACE TO SHARE ALL THE FRAGRANCE SMELLS! Ad from shop ChampagneSocialistCo I like the way it smells, andsighI like its pedigree. Ad from shop FragranceSpa And of course if you wanted to see more of my opinion and more in-depth of my first initial reactions, feel free to watch my initial reaction video on youtube at the beginning of this post.

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Bal DAfrique is best but ultimately just okay. Ad from shop InfinityFragrances We encourage exploration, independence, and informed discussion. I put the bottle back and the next day reached for my current go-to scent, Louis Vuittons new Heures dAbsence, a peppery, robust floral riff on the very first fragrance released by the French house in 1927.

Recently, he went as far as creating a perfume entitled.

$24.00, $30.00 From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. Its light and airy top notes of juniper berry and lemon combine with comforting base notes of vanilla and amber. $8.10, $9.00 Ambergris along with middle notes of violet and sandalwood, Its definitely a skin scent that lingers like a ghost and reminds me of its refined, intimate presence every so often.

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2022 Cond Nast. With popularity, Gypsy Water lost its claim on what seminal French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu refers to as distinction, i.e., the exercise of taste that sets you apart from the rabble. Byredos perfumes are, quite frankly, not easily duped, but if youre looking for a more affordable Gypsy Water alternative, Toccass Colette fragrance comes remarkably close. (20% off), ad by TheLuxuryFragshop With powerful tools and services, along with expert support and education, we help creative entrepreneurs start, manage, and scale their businesses.

Ad from shop BeHappyAnd Thats, perhaps, the perfect example of the founders genius: being able to bottle up emotions, be it good, bad, or somewhere in between. The aroma didnt strike me as basic anymore, but as something that belonged to another time in my life. LiveToCareStore ScentTravels

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A cult-favorite amongst celebrities, editors, and the fragrance obsessed alike, I got this scent at the height of the coronavirus pandemic and its name resonated with me.

This fragrance is inspired by the innocence and exhilaration of teenage boys and girls who slow danced together in the 90s.

When it comes to bespoke, elevated fragrances that are both distinctively elegant and effortless cool, Byredo comes to the top of mind.

Launched in 2008, Gypsy Water is a remarkably universally appealing accord with an overall woody aroma and top notes of bergamot, pepper, juniper, and lemon, and base notes comprised of warm sandalwood, amber, and vanilla, culminating in a delightfully complex profile that well, basically smells good on literally everyone, to put it simply.

The enhancer worked nicely with my old Byredo standby, heightening its sweetness a touch without diminishing the incense-like quality that had drawn me to the scent in the first place. When he and I broke up, the shining light at the end of the tunnel of heartbreak was that I could now call his signature scent my very ownand I wear it proudly to this day.

like most of the brands fragrances, this one is also unisex. Ad from shop CelinesAttic Does shopping on Etsy help support small businesses?

Fresh, unique fragrances right this way. It smells like sunshine.

Its soft, powdery, and feminine. Subscribe for special sales and early access to brands you love. It also couldve had something to do with the fact that both my mom and sister ended up getting the bottle haha.

You have to smell it before.

Gorham's perfume perfections have taken fragrance aficionados on an olfactory journey through time and space. After all, how do you bottle up the Mixed Emotions of tumultuous times? TakeawayScents

Penot isnt throwing shade at the actual scent of Santal 33; hes merely bemoaning the fact that the scent has been obscured by its connotations. PerfumeOilExpression Feels a little more youthful.

VioletAndPoppyCo Swedish native Ben Gorham unveiled the fragrance brand 15 years ago in 2006, with the mission of "translating memories and emotions into products and experiences." I didnt stop liking its smellI still like it. LazyRoyal

From soft and subtle to spicy and sensual. This will differ depending on what options are available for the item.

Sin nobile: If you own whats cool, thats power. When the fragrance that was empowering you gets decried as basic in a video, the jig is up.

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With base notes of cedar and. I love how its an unconventional kind of citrus, with vanilla, wood, and incense; veering away from loud, bright, fresh. Consider my experience with Gypsy Water. Per the brand, ", Yes, cotton candy is an actual base note in this mood-boosting summery fragrance.

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The notes consist of rose petals, Virginia cedar, and musk for a clean and woody scent. Ad from shop scentofflowers Ad from shop PerfumepeopleLtd Original Price $11.75 This fragrance is inspired by the innocence and exhilaration of teenage boys and girls who slow danced together in the 90s. Thats, perhaps, the perfect example of the founders genius: being able to bottle up emotions, be it good, bad, or somewhere in between. I've been drawn to Byredo fragrances for as long as I can remembereven well before I could afford to add the celeb-loved eau de parfums to my perfume arsenal.

Under Add your personalization, the text box will tell you what the seller needs to know. Picture this: Its a Sunday in the summer, and youre taking a stroll around the city with your loved one.

25F here, wondering what people's opinions are between the two popular Byredo scents. In my dream world, I spritz this warm and romantic fragrance on before a Parisian date night by the Seine. Gypsy Water smells like mid tier womens shampoo. All rights reserved.

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If your high school dance brings back good memories, Byredos slow dance is for you. I started off with Vera Wangs Princess (cheeky, I know) in high school. It is omnipresent at hipsterish boutique hotels and concept stores that stock both Sally Rooneys Normal People and a broad selection of clogs. Ad from shop ScentTravels Gypsy water stank to me.

Ad from shop PerfumeOilExpression Launched in 2010, the sandalwoodsy Santal 33 propelled Le Labo from slow perfumery to those in-the-know to beauty-counter mainstay worth at least $20 million to Este Lauder, which acquired the brand in 2014. While the full-size bottle of Colete will set you back around $75 (still, much more wallet-friendly than the staggering $260 the O.G.

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I don't have any byredo stands near me, so unable to smell BD and wondering if it's worth a blind buy, as I have a digital coupon for 1 fragrance from Nordstrom.

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Per the brand, "Rose of No Man's Land" is the nickname given by soldiers to the nurses who saved thousands of lives during WWI, and this scent is a tribute to them.

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Its a florally green fragrance for women and is centered around the tulip flower.

Thoughts: Neutral with a feminine touch, subtle and good for an everyday scent that isnt too overpowering.

In fact, the first time I caught a whiff of my ex-boyfriends M/Mink cologne (all of Byredos fragrances are unisex) I fell in love immediately, stealing a spritz or two for myself whenever he wasnt looking.

Bal D'Afrique is nice if you like fruity florals but I find it dependent on skin chemistry.

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Captcha failed to load. Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. Recently, he went as far as creating a perfume entitled Mixed Emotions to describe the tumultuous nature of our times.

Ad from shop PoshPerfumes It definitely is a step up, elevated but still fruity and feminine. What changed was how I felt when I wore it. His first launch was Gypsy Water, a perfume thats become an undisputed cult favorite for its fresh and free-spirited composition. From shop ScentTravels, $10.49 We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription.

As the name suggests, Blanche (meaning white) is reminiscent of a bedroom with freshly washed bed sheets and a fresh bouquet of flowers. From shop OilPerfumery, ad by ScentvilleFragrances From shop PerfumeOilExpression, ad by SkincenseBoutique A sense of humor helps. FREE shipping, ad by scentplace I like to smell feminine and fresh.

:). Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. PerfumeBodyOilsS AuthenticDecants I quite enjoy Santal 33, Baccarat Rouge 540, Byredo Blanche, Diptyque Eau Rose, Vetyverio, Do Son, and L'ombre Dans Leau. Top:Cardamom, Freesia, Grapefruit, Red Berries, Heart:Lily of the Valley, Raspberry, Rose Damascena, Violet, Jasmine, Base:Moss, Musk, Patchouli, Cistus Labdanum.