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Our annual 27 favorite things list has been one of our most anticipated articles since our debut. Every year, our readers would be ready for its release on June 27th, but this year that didn’t happen. This year, the perfume industry shaking Golden Pineapple Fragrance Festival happened that weekend and for the first time ever, the article was delayed.
But the delay was worth it, because this list is epic. For the first time ever, our list is 100% Fragrance Fest related and inspired exclusively by the fragrance houses that were at 5th Annual Golden Pineapple Fragrance Festival.
So whether you were one of our record breaking attendees or you missed the historic event, you’re not going to want to miss this list!
- Honey Bunny by d.grayi Last year’s Fragrance of the Year winner became a best-seller for the house. We’re not taking credit for its best-seller status, however, we would like to keep that tradition going. Not your ordinary honey fragrance, Honey Bunny, also has carrots and lots of hay. This is a uniquely special fragrance that deserves your attention.
Purchase Honey Bunny - Ned E. Williams by Pink MahogHany One half of the best fragrance duo winners, Ned E. Williams has blackberry, ink, books, and leather making for a sophisticated, classy, unique wearing experience.
Purchase Ned E. Williams - Angelface by Syd Botanica Going into Fragrance Fest, a lot of attendees had specifically sought out Angelface. With Maraschino cherry, white roses, brown sugar, and musk, Angelface is a dream within a dream.
Purchase Angelface - Girl of the Year by Thin Wild Mercury Last year’s Fragrance of the Year winner returns to this list. As of this writing, the scent is sold out, yet, if you were lucky enough to attend Fragrance Fest you had a chance to add this gem to your collection. It is a bold, seductive, confident, statement maker. Waxy, leathery, and furry is the scent blend we didn’t know we needed.
Purchase Girl of the Year - Outlaw by Gentleman’s Nod Charred orange and plum leather manifest confidence and swagger. Meanwhile, black pepper and woods invite you to join the Outlaw for a wild ride.
Purchase Outlaw - Blackwood & Bourbon by Elysian This blend of black vanilla, brown sugar, warm cinnamon, and rose is a complex scent that will add a whole new layer of depth to the person wearing it. Warm bourbon enhances the character and this is going to be a night to remember.
Purchase Blackwood & Bourbon - Blanco by Maison Solís Bursting with the bright essence of fresh agave and sun-drenched citrus. The zesty tang of lime, bergamot, and grapefruit, create an invigorating lift. Neroli and apple add a delicate sweetness, while the heart offers a unique twist with cognac eaux-de-vie and rose. The base of coconut, cashmeran, and cedar provides a smooth, subtle warmth that never overshadows the starring citrus. Blanco is smooth with citrus at its luminous core.
Purchase Blanco - Dragon by Dragon Perfume Perhaps the best way to describe this scent is powerful depth. It is a complex mix of roses, cloves, Ambergris, and a sweet incense tree.
Purchase Dragon - Lavender Milk Tea by Elysian Opening with soothing lavender and orange blossom notes create an immediate sense of calm. Creamy milk and ambrette add a velvety texture, deepening the tranquil atmosphere. Subtle spices like cinnamon and incense weave through the fragrance, grounding it with an inviting warmth. The gentle sweetness of cacao, balanced by the sophisticated florals of tuberose and tonka, creates a relaxing aura.
Purchase Lavender Milk Tea - Gay Oppa by KST Scent announces itself upon arrival. The zesty tang of yuzu and the crispness of green apple create an invigorating opening that feels fresh and dynamic. As it develops, the heart reveals a compelling blend of strength and confidence. The depth of lavender is grounded by the rich creaminess of sandalwood. The final impression is a contrast between lightness and intensity, where hints of vanilla and amber linger, leaving an unforgettable presence.
Purchase Gay Oppa - Meteorite by Syd Botanica If Angelface was one of the the fragrances people came to Fragrance Fest to smell, then Meteorite is one of the fragrances that people left Fragrance Fest talking about.
Purchase Meteorite - This Figgin’ Rose by Kirk Eliott Quite possibly the greatest combination we didn’t know we needed. Fig and rose shine here in a beatiful combination. Kirk Eliott is back and we are so here for it!
Purchase This Figgin’ Rose - Breath Work by Dear Charlie This is classic citrus freshness for a modern audience that loves the scents that paved the way, but don’t want to smell like them.
Purchase Breath Work - Mirage by Nose of Gatsby opens with a warm touch of frankincense, portraying an ethereal essence of desert air. A grounding earthiness makes way for a brightly rich, slightly spicy saffron wrapped in smooth suede. It settles into a deep, smoky base telling stories of the desert.
Purchase Mirage - Ada Williams by Pink MahogHany is the other half of the Best Fragrance Duo winners and considering the story behind the two scents, it’s a match made in heaven. With tea, coffee, and plum just to name a few, there’s something really special happening here.
Purchase Ada Williams - Passion Poivrée by Gentleman’s Nod Passion fruit and spices are the stars, but it’s how it intermingles with grapefruit, lemon zest, the essence of leather and woods that makes this magic. This is a playful charm combined with intimacy and seduction.
Purchase Passion Poivrée - (Super) Sexy Skunk by d.grayi is a perfect example of the artistry of this year’s House of the Year. A distinct cannabis combines with chocolate and moss inviting you into its own fragrance realm.
Purchase (Super) Sexy Skunk - Zoolbia and Bamieh by Arshan Persia Arshan Persia released Tahdig Today at Fragrance Fest and while it got a ton of love from attendees, Zoolbia and Bamieh sold out and that makes its presence on this list undeniable.
Purchase Zoolbia and Bamieh - Whisky, 1969 by Thin Wild Mercury Before Girl of the Year made became TWM icon, Whisky was the star. Notes of cardamom, raspberry, nutmeg, cedarwood, and bourbon amber blend effortlessly to create a raspy raspberry. We’re clearly not signature scent people, but we can’t help but feel this is signature worthy.
Purchase Whisky, 1969 - Single Shot by Nose of Gatsby This stunning fragrance from Nose of Gatsby is the epitome of summer. Gatsby has once again released a scent with complexity and depth that immediately transports you somewhere. Pineapple, yuzu, and a salty oceanic breeze blend to perfection in this summer masterpiece.
Purchase Single Shot - This Sensual Rose by Kirk Eliott Rose, tobacco, cognac, and leather combine to take you back in time in scent you have to experience.
Purchase This Sensual Rose - Reposado by Maison Solís Blood orange, mango, nutmeg, caramel, cinnamon, and aged whisky blend together for your new date night scent.
Purchase Reposado - Cereza by Dear Charlie greets you with a vibrant splash of rich cherries, bright citrus, and a subtle hint of liquor, instantly drawing you in. As it evolves, the heart reveals a complex tapestry of dried fruits, warm tobacco, delicate jasmine, and spicy clove. The experience then settles into a sophisticated base, where comforting guaiac wood, supple leather, exotic saffron, and wild resin leave a lasting, deep impression.
Purchase Cereza - Butterfly by Dragon Perfume opens with a sparkling, airy burst of bright citrus mingled with soft, dewy white florals. It’s an initial awakening, like stepping into a sunlit garden, designed to lift your spirits. As it settles, the scent deepens, revealing a heart of rich balsamic woods that lend an unexpected warmth and sophisticated groundedness. The journey concludes with a lingering whisper of sensual amber musk, creating a captivating trail that feels both intimate and intriguing on your skin.
Purchase Butterfly - Pocha Bar by KST Scent With savory meats, spice, and beer, this scent is such unique experience, as a fragrance lover, you owe to yourself to experience it.
Purchase Pocha Bar - Requiem for a Perfumed Heart by Jason Arshan Arshan Persia surprised everyone with the debut of Jason’s new book. Now it’s available for anyone to get their hands on.
Purchase Requiem for a Perfumed Heart - La Forma by Antoine Diligent We would be remiss to mention that one half of Thin Wild Mercury is singer Antoine Diligent. A few of us had his music on replay building up to and during Fragrance Fest weekend. As such, a new tradition has formed. La Forma is his latest album but all his music is worth giving a listen.
Listen to or Purchase La Forma
Ask anyone who has attended other fragrance events and the Golden Pineapple Fragrance Festival and they are more than likely to tell you that Fragrance Fest is a truly special experience. There’s a reason why this event has earned the nickname “the fragrance lovers’ fragrance event”. Simply put, there’s nothing more connected and intimate than Fragrance Fest. Our 5th year was a rousing success, highlighted by the 27 things listed here, we cannot wait till the spotlight shines even brighter on this historic event next year!
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