Sophisticated and Seductive—This Is the Perfume to Wear If You Want to Drive People Wild

It's no secret that suede is having a moment this season. From suede blazers to suede handbags and even suede trousers, we are all incorporating the trend into our autumn wardrobes. However, what if I told you that there was another way to add this trend into your outfits, and that it had nothing to do with fashion at all? Yep, that's right, I'm talking about suede perfumes. These warm, musky, seductive, sophisticated scents are perfect for this time of year, and will add a chic finishing touch to any look. They also tend to be some of the most-complimented, too—there's something unusual and intoxicating about a suede perfume that makes people sit up and take notice when they smell it on you.

As a fragrance-obsessed beauty editor, I've taken it upon myself to round up some of the best suede perfumes on the market, and I've even consulted an expert to find out more about this trending note. So, keep on scrolling for all the info on suede scents and get ready to take your autumn (perfume) wardrobe to the next level...

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What Does Suede Smell Like?

First things first, what does this fragrance note actually smell like? "Suede has a distinctive scent profile that is leathery with musky undertones," says Callum Ross, national education manager for Shiseido’s designer fragrance brands. "It also has velvety and soft qualities that are complemented by rich, woody nuances that evoke sensations of warmth, luxury, and sophistication."

According to Ross, these perfumes are perfect for this time of year. "Suede fragrances are great for autumn and winter," he says. "Their smokiness, warmth, and softness really suit the colder months. They remind us of romantic, cosy moments sitting by the fireplace, or taking crisp winter walks through the forest."

What Notes Does Suede Work Well With?

"Suede blends well with floral notes such as rose, iris, violet, and jasmine," Ross tells me. "It also pairs beautifully with fruity notes. Additionally, suede complements musky and woody notes, including patchouli, cedarwood, and sandalwood."

You can't forget about vanilla either, which according to Ross help to enhance the warm, sweet and rich effect of suede.

9 of the Best Suede Perfumes for Autumn and Winter

  1. Best suede date-night fragrance: Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir
  2. Best suede daytime fragrance: Jo Malone London Peony Blush Suede
  3. Best luxury suede fragrance: Tom Ford White Suede
  4. Best rich suede fragrance: Serge Lutens Fumerie Turque
  5. Best soft suede fragrance: Byredo Animalique
  6. Best celebrity suede fragrance: Ariana Grande Lovenotes Vanilla Suede
  7. Best autumnal suede fragrance: Liberty Zephirine
  8. Best warming suede fragrance: Boy Smells Suede Pony
  9. Best sophisticated suede fragrance: Van Cleef Arpels Collection Extraordinaire Moonlight Patchouli

1. Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir

2. Jo Malone London Peony Blush Suede

3. Tom Ford White Suede

4. Serge Lutens Fumerie Turque

5. Byredo Animalique

6. Ariana Grande Lovenotes Vanilla Suede

7. Liberty Zephirine

8. Boy Smells Suede Pony

9. Van Cleef Arpels Collection Extraordinaire Moonlight Patchouli

Grace Lindsay
Junior Beauty Editor

Grace Lindsay is the junior beauty editor atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK. At the age of 18 she decided to train as a makeup artist before going on to study english and media at Goldsmiths University. It was during that time that she explored her love for journalism by interning at a small beauty start-up based in Shoreditch. Since then, she has worked at a number of publications including Marie Claire and Hello!, where her love for all things beauty continued to grow.

AsBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK's junior beauty editor, she covers everything from Wholesale Replica Bag hair trends to the stand-out makeup products of the season.