Having a fragrance collection is the dream of many beauty enthusiasts. We like to think of it as our own version of books since they’re like stories—scents made with culture and fantasies. It’s also why they’re the perfect finishing touch to any look—it sets the mood of the overall vibe.
It’s why we love to indulge in these beautiful blends. Favorite fragrances become our signature scents while new ones become adventures. Here, yet again, we bring you a roundup of the latest in our scents repertoire, as we explore the latest fragrances in hopes of finding a new love to add to our collection.
Hermes Barénia
Made for the free-spirited—that was our first thought after catching a whiff of this chypre fragrance. Since it’s a skin fragrance, the notes vary according to who wears the scent, but it does consist of oakwood, patchouli, butterfly lily, and miracle berry—all of which reveal themselves at certain times of the day. We’ll keep coming back to this after love at the first spray!
Hermes Barénia
₱11,600, Rustan’s
Bulgari Allegra and Magnifying Essence
An adventure is literally at the heart of Bulgari’s Allegra and Magnifying Essence collection since it was crafted to be personalized with their scents. The Allegra collection is an homage to Italy’s flamboyant culture and each one signifies a special tribute to it. To name a few, there’s the refreshing Chill & Sole, which reminds us of their siesta; the ambery Baciami, a flower that translates to ‘kiss me’; and the fruity Fantasia Veneta, exuding a festive spirit.
Personalization comes into the picture with the Magnifying Essence, described as the gems of nature, with each note meticulously made to obtain the highest quality that can only be done for BVLGARI. So how can we customize it? Pick your Allegra fragrance and explore the scents in the Magnifying Essence line, so you can add a bit of spice, sweetness, or a gourmand twist to make it more you.
Bvlgari Allegra and Magnifying Essence
Allegra
₱16,300, Rustan’s
Magnifying Essence
₱12,250, Rustan’s
Ferragamo Signorina Unica
Speaking of gourmand scents, this Ferragamo blend falls right under the category—but with a hint of a summer vibe. It has both vanilla and tiramisu notes—hence the velvety feel, while the black currant and bergamot give it a refreshing spirit. It would be best to describe this as a more welcoming and young take on vanilla in our roster of gourmand fragrances.
Ferragamo Signorina Unica
Rustan’s
Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier Divine
If you’re a Madonna fan, then you’ll recognize the bustier anywhere. The Gaultier Divine is quite literally dressed in a corset inspired by Madonna’s iconic bullet bra from the ’90s, but don’t be fooled by the sensual exterior, because the fragrance is surprisingly sweet. Red berries, ylang-ylang, and jasmine are included for that floral touch, while the musk and patchouli settle in for a soft gourmand layer.
Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier Divine
₱13,100, Rustan’s
Diptyque Les Essence
Treasures in a bottle—this is the idea behind Diptyque’s new perfume collection, Les Essences de Diptyque, also known as The Essences of Diptyque. This exclusive lineup features five exquisite scents: Corail Oscuro, inspired by coral; Lunamaris, a tribute to the mother of pearl; Bois Corsé, evoking the richness of tree bark; Lilyphéa, representing the elegance of the water lily; and Rose Roche, capturing the beauty of the desert rose—all of which are potent yet uniquely precious in their own blends. It’s quite the olfactory and visual experience because of the lingering sillages (yes, it lingers in the air) and the bottles were designed to showcase the beauty of the treasures.
