Can you believe that Autumn is already here? It's that time of the year for pumpkin spice everything and gorgeous fall/winter fragrance arrivals. Fall scents are known for being as invigorating and cozy. It is a new sensation, one that is an annual tradition, yet is always fresh and inviting. Scents are a great way to bring this soothing feeling wherever you go. Almost everybody wants to know how to update their fragrance wardrobe for fall-ready comforting energy. The rules for Fall/Winter have changed, not so hard fast and adapt to your personal flair. A few tips for making your choices for Fall scents super easy and less time-consuming. 

1. Don't Toss Out Your Clean, Fresh Citrus Scents

Fall fragrance is not completely defined by deep, dark, or richer components. Sometimes it is okay to let the lighter, clean or citrusy scents have their days in the crisp Autumn breeze. The aromatic fragrances will impart a clean aesthetic that reminds us of brighter summer days and often better weather as the temperatures begin to decent and the sun begins to set earlier. The sometimes heady top notes will fade away after application, leaving behind their trademark freshness and clean smell. These herbal, soapy, uplifting notes are always appropriate and never out of season. 

2. Go For the Spicier Side of Life 

Like our addictions to pumpkin spice or cinnamon notes for latte consumption, spices are all the rage for Fall/Autumn. Spices, warm woods, gourmands, and baking spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove are go-to for Fall/Winter scents. A few reasons spices are the right choice include a natural warmth, longevity, and sillage. These deeper and heavier notes add heft and staying power to the scent, as either heart or base notes. Those notes at the bottom of the pyramid tend to linger more, waft, and cut through cooler weather.  Spicier scents are often in the oriental category but could also be found in woody scents, chypres, and fougeres. Often considered to be sensual, glamourous, heavier, or for evening use, they pack a potent punch to those overcast crisp fall nights and perhaps daytime wear. 

3. Like a Good Recipe, Don't Forget the Vanilla 

Just like your grandma's delicious baked goods recipes, don't forget to add a splash (or more) vanilla to your fragrance wardrobe. According to surveys, vanilla is one of the most loved scents in the world, and for great reason. Vanilla is a featured gourmand note in many favorite niche and designer scents. It is part of the oriental or floriental family, but could show up as a wild card note in compositions to add warmth. The richness and elegance of this spice are as old as perfumery itself.  It is equally as lovely on both men and women. Vanilla has many sides and dimensions, from rich and boozy to gentle and cozy, so don't be afraid to try this note. You will be pleasantly surprised by its versatility and mood-enhancing power. 

4. Opulent and Grandious Ouds 

Ouds will add a touch of Old World elegance with a modern aesthetic for a fall/winter selection. Ouds have been used since ancient times to perfume the well-to-do in society who could afford this expensive resin. Now it is accessible to many as niche and designer brands alike turn to oud to elevate blends. it is considered a luxurious, high-quality addition to orientals and woody scents. Oud is often the main base note in niche lines with many choices available. Oud often appears in compositions with florals, which are considered florientals. This means that oud is user-friendly to women as well as men, and will be a wonderful addition to your wardrobe this autumn.

5. Buy A Travel Size From LUXSB 

Sometimes it is so tempting to go with a website's fragrance description and buy a full-size bottle of fragrance sight unseen. This would probably not be the ideal way to explore fragrance, because words (like looks) could be particularly deceptive. Buying your next Fall/Winter fragrance from LUXSB's fragrance subscription service is the best way to get a scent into your hands and try it out without any buyer's remorse. Our 9ml size is generous as LUXSB is one of the largest sizes available in a perfume subscription. More than ample to test notes and families that may have been on your radar.  What if a niche line that just debuted a new addition sounds incredible? Playing and experimenting is much easier when the purchase is a fraction of the price of a 1.7oz or 3.4oz bottle.  Sampling and the ease of travel and portability are here at your fingers with our extensive list of fragrances that only get better over time and bottles that take the scent from your home to airports, hotels, and AirBNBs. 

We have exciting new offerings at LUXSB that are perfect for fall and ultra travel ready. These brilliant niche houses represented in our latest launch inspire and delight the senses. Four new scents to our extensive library: Mancera's Intense Cedrat Boise, Ramon Monegal's Flamenco, and MEMO Paris Corfu and MEMO Paris Marfa. 

Mancera Intense Cedrat Boise has legions of fans and will certainly impress as a wonderful men's scent. This decidedly masculine fragrance is fresh, fruity, and well, intense. The sharpness of fruity black currant and Sicilian citrus open the scent and intertwines with jasmine and patchouli leaves, White sandalwood, and Cambodian Oud in the heart of the scent. The drydown engages the senses with cedar, sandalwood, leather, and Oakmoss. 

Ramon Monegal's Flamenco is an ode to Spain and the namesake fiery dance of passion. "Flamenco is a profound and passionate art… it’s a unique state of mind. It’s my forbidden hypnotic fruit!” – Ramon Monegal.  This seductive fragrance will take you on an olfactory journey to Spain.  Amber fruity floral is the profile of a scent that takes the wearer to a dance floor where intricate movement brings life to fragrance creation. Raspberry, violet, and orris intrigue in the top notes. Jasmine, red rose, and rosewood dazzle in the heart notes. The base notes of  musk, amberwood, and cedarwood add a majestic finale to this Spanish niche line's spicy charmer. 

Corfu by Memo Paris is your bright, sunny inspiration for niche scents for an endless summer. Taking a trip to the Mediterranean isle of Corfu is a spritz away with this tropical inspired concoction.  Blackcurrant and rhubarb are tangy fruit top notes in this complex, warm solar composition. Lily of the Valley and Musk are star notes in the heart and base notes. Other notes listed are as follows: Bergamot, mandarin, cassis, lemon, orange, basil, rose oil, jasmine, peach, raspberry, geranium, clove, orris, sandalwood, cedarwood, amber, moss, and patchouli. 

Marfa by Memo Paris is a floral musk with tuberose as the featured note. One of the best loved white flowers becomes a vacationer's dream in this eau de parfum, with a creamy, softer take. It is well-blended and lovely. Orange blossom absolute, agave accord, oil of ylang ylang, sandalwood, cedarwood, and and vanilla seed set the scene for a magical white musk with depth, sweetness, and character. 

Pick your favorite scent from our four new choices of fall-influenced creations. Keep the energy of holiday season going with LUXSB. 

If you have followed any fragrance houses, or websites, or read a designer or niche perfume description, terminology gets tossed around frequently. And without fail, you will hear the term notes. Notes that are at the top, middle, and base. But what does it mean, actually? These terms revolve around the concept known as the fragrance pyramid. Each scent has a composition.  There is a structure created by trained noses that holds it together and gives it beauty and a measure of longevity. It determines the volatility of your scent. Every phase of scent has a meaning and contributes to its individuality and intrigue. They also determine the way your scent dries down and the speed at which it may fade away. Let's examine the fragrance or olfactory pyramid and why it has everything to do with how fragrance works. 

Top notes happen to sit at the top of the pyramid because they are made of lighter molecules and have less strength or longevity. This is the most volatile piece of the pyramid.  Top notes can pack a powerful initial punch at the very first spray, but tend to taper off and die down quickly thereafter. The effect may be as little as fifteen minutes. They tend to tease the nose with an allure that leads to impulse buying, so watch out for buying based on the top note. Let the scent breathe and wait to see the development. Some very popular families for top notes include the herbal and citrus families. 

Middle notes or the heart notes are the centers of the scent's composition. The soulful connection of your fragrance journey begins here, within the first fifteen minutes to several hours after the first spritz.  This is also referred to as the soul of the fragrance. The notes that are found at the heart are well-rounded and sturdy in terms of molecular structure. Plus, they are typically quite attractive to the nose. Some favorite middle notes include those from the floral family such as rose, gardenia, ylang-ylang, or tuberose. Herbs like lavender and rosemary and spices such as nutmeg, clove, and cinnamon are often other integral notes found at the heart.  

Base notes hold the scent to the skin long after the first two levels have dissipated. They may not show up until the most volatile notes are gone. They are usually made of the heaviest materials, woods, and resins and provide longevity and a full-bodied scent experience.  Some of those base notes include agarwood, cedarwood, patchouli, vanilla, and vetiver. The lingering quality of your scent would not be the same without the hard-working base notes that cling to your body and draw it near. The base note could last anywhere from several hours to several days depending on the quality of ingredients selected. This is one reason why even if your scent is absolutely amazing, there may be a need to reapply. 

You may enjoy a fragrance at one, two, or all three parts of the olfactory pyramid. Our faves are usually beautiful and alluring to the nose no matter where they are in the dry-down process. It helps to understand the meaning behind the pyramid to see why scent changes and develops as we wear it throughout the day. Now at LUXSB perfume subscription, you can browse our fragrance library and search by filtering fragrance notes. Discover Luxury Scent Box's fragrance library for men & women here.

For all the guys out there, may I have your attention please! Here's one exciting launch for men at LUXSB. Parfums de Marly's new fragrance, Haltane is coming soon. This scent is the perfect blend of aromatic and woodsy, a new presentation by the well-loved niche Parisian house. Uniquely collectible as a limited edition, the stately green bottle with the iconic emblem is flanked by a golden top. It ties together notes of lavender, bergamot, clary sage, praline, saffron, agarwood, and cedar in a way that embodies the legendary status all Parfums de Marly scents share.  

Parfums de Marly Haltane 

Haltane is an original scent of both radiance anf shadow featuring a blend of rare and noble ingredients which revisit the tradition of 18th century French perfume making. "Haltane is a fragrance for a gentleman of today, inspired by the gentilhommes of the Chateau de Marly in the 18th century." - Julien Sprecher, Founder and Artistic Director of Parfums de Marly.  

If you are looking for another scent to add to your fragrance wardrobe this Spring and Summer at Luxury Scent Box, consider both Parfums de Marly's offerings Sedley and Greenley. Both are quintessential additions for any niche fan. Sedley is a fan favorite: fresh, woodsy, and aquatic. The composition's profile is complex and harks to classics with a touch of modernity. Bergamot, spearmint, and watery accord are the top notes. The heart of the cologne is geranium, lavender, and a solar note. Base notes of sandalwood, incense, white musk, and cedarwood add a traditional aesthetic. Greenley is designed to remind the wearer of the energy and newness of Spring. The intriguing masterful blend of raw materials is a tribute to the timeless quality of Parfums de Marly. Sicilian bergamot, mandarin, green apple, cashmere wood open the scent. Middle notes of cedarwood, petitgrain, violet, and pomarose develop in the heart. Oakmoss, musk, and amberwood accord complete the luxe offering. 

Parfums de Marly Fragrances

If you have been waiting for something special to make your Spring/Summer one to remember, Parfums de Marly is a house with that "Wow" factor that is undeniable. It is just that good! 

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The adage "no one loves you like your Mom" is a beautifully sincere note of appreciation that makes Mother's Day one of the most beloved holidays of the year. Giving thanks for how many awesome sacrifices mothers make on the daily for their families is well worth the effort of making the right choice for gift giving. There is a myriad of potential presents one could give to their best friend, best girl, or favorite woman in the world. Why not give her one that always fits and never goes out of style: the gift of fragrance! The reasons for gifting your Mom a scent are as numerous as the amount of perfumes to choose from on LUXSB. Plus, we offer gift subscriptions that will make any lucky recipient grin from ear to ear! 

Fragrance is a very important part of self care. It is carried with you and becomes a part of you, one that can be switched depending on the mood. This makes giving fragrance one of the best ways to remind Mom of how much you truly love her. Wearing scent is a personal j0urney, a daily reminder of a feeling, an energy, an aura that helps connect to the world around you. With this special scent, she will explore a sense of luxury, well-being, and centeredness. 

Scent is an item that, unlike flowers or dinners out, will not disappear immediately or in a few days. Scent is an experience, but has a lasting effect.  It is an investment that gifts itself again and again.  It is a refined and elegant gesture that never loses its beauty. Your mother will tell her friends all about the bottle of fragrance you gave her for years to come. If you're lucky, she might even share it!

LUXSB gift subscription is available in 3, 6, and 12 month increments. The price starts at $45 for 3 months, $90 for 6 months, and $165 for a year. Your Mom will get any scent of her choice (or let us do the work and select it) in one of the largest sizes in subscription boxes, 9 ml (0.30 oz). This is like getting 1/3 of a full size bottle and 150 sprays of scent! She also receives with this gift the convenience of switching up scents whenever she wants and easy portability with an ultra sleek LUXSB atomizer case perfect for a purse, travel luggage, gym bags, and clutches for evenings out on the town. 

We at LUXSB are always here to help with outstanding customer service to ensure that her gift subscription is everything she would wish for and more. Our selections are from top niche and designer houses and the list of perfumes is over 700 and growing. Celebrating Mother's Day with a LUXSB subscription delivers happiness to her doorstep with love! 

We dream of summer long before the first rays of the solstice. Juliette Has a Gun just launched a new scent that will leave us summertime dreaming and basking in the sunset's glorious colors. What happens when the vibrancy and energy of 70's freedom comes together under an evening sunset on the beach? Magnolia Bliss of course, a floral fruity composition with a blend of Magnolia essence, a juicy Mirabelle Plum and a fresh Bergamot Essence that explores the power of love, peace, and endless summer fun in the sun. I'd take a combination of any or all of those in my life right now please, and thank you! Juliette Has A Gun is a favorite niche line and Magnolia Bliss is just one of the many reasons why this house has become a modern classic and go to for those with a flair for exotic scent combinations.

Magnolia Bliss (2022) is Juliette Has a Gun's latest offering. Its release coincides with a time that many are planning for a first adventure after a long pandemic season. There is no better way to celebrate and share exuberant and joyful energy than with this perfectly blended summer-centric scent with notes of fresh bergamot essense, magnolia essence, juicy mirabelle plum, and Juliette Has a Gun's signature amber-musk base. The notion of "Peace in a bottle" is one that reminds us that scent can take you wherever you'd like to be. Far or near, or on an endless vacation. 

Magnolia Bliss's glass bottle looks as interesting and glorious on your counter as the fragrance itself. Colors in an ombre that mimic sunset skies are connected in the scent's theme with etched designs of magnolia flanked on either side. The bottle is a conversation piece, whimsical and inspired by the thought of summer's boundless freedom and the peace that can be found. 

Find your endless summer with Julliette Has a Gun's Magnolia Bliss and never let go of the possibility of joy wherever you may roam this season! Discover a monthly fragrance supply at LUXSB, the official Luxury Scent Box perfume subscription. 

Meet the new niche in the lineup: MEMO Paris. You'll fall head over heels in amour with this glamorous line and the high quality natural ingredients that create each and every fragrance in the Parisian house. The motto of MEMO is "The journey is the destination" with notes building the signature of your path. There is an olfactory experience that comes through in the artistry and creative noses of the founders of MEMO, John and Clara Molloy. The founder, met on a chair lift in 2005, between the sky and earth, between two worlds, in that weightless space that brings out one's daring side and broadens horizons. It wasn't long before they decided to set off together on a long-distance journey. It would be a creative journey, establishing MEMO Paris in 2007. The brand prides itself on exotic raw materials and fragrances inspired by globetrotting travels to far- away locales. Another signature is the timeless quality that spans years and creates lasting memories. Get inspired by MEMO Paris and our new launches at LUXSB perfume subscription: Irish Leather, Sintra, Tamarindo, and African Leather. 

MEMO Paris Irish Leather  Eau de Parfum from the Cuir Nomade collection is a nod to John Molloy's Irish roots. It's reminiscent of the feeling of being swept off into time through Ireland on a journey unlike any before. "One of those icy biting mornings...the sun peeks through the heavy grey clouds. Morning dew soaks the grass (MEMO Paris)."  There are notes of burning leather with a freshness of juniper berries and green mate' absolute. Orris concrete, birch, amber, clary sage, and pink pepper round out the notes in the unisex leather scent. Travel through time with this luxurious masterful leather scent. 

MEMO Paris Sintra Eau de Parfum is an Amber Floral fragrance from the Floral Boheme collection. Sintra explores the landscape just outside of Lisbon, Portugal. A city and its palace emerging from a colorful dream...The magic of childhood suddenly reawakened, its pastel colors its comforting scents (MEMO Paris)." This is a perfect blend of gourmand and floral, light with an unexpected note of marshmallow. This decadent scent consists of top notes of neroli, petitgrain, red fruits, bergamot. Middle notes are orange blossom, milk, resins, cinnamon, jasmine, and rose. Base notes are marshmallow, Madagascar vanilla, caramel, musk, and cedar. 

MEMO Paris Tamarindo Eau de Parfum is an amber spicy fragrance from the Graines Vagabondes collection. "A well-guarded secret, a trail of happiness, a solar scent, a dizzying dance beheath the sun (MEMO Paris)." This lush jungle has wamth, earthiness, and freshness with notes of bergamot oil, benzoin, cardamom, pineapple, jasmin absolute, and vanilla absolute. As wild and spontaneous as your next  great adventure. 

Memo Paris African Leather Eau de Parfum is part of the Cuir Nomades collection. Inspired by the African continent, take a safari through beautiful savannahs that capture your attention from majestic wildlife and untouched natural beauty. With notes of cardamom, saffron, geranium, and leather accord, cumin, vetiver, patchouli, agarwood,  bergamot, and musk. This is a beautifully done classic, a masculine leaning unisex scent that will remind you of the best fragrances of the past made for today's scent aficionado.  

Explore a new realm in time with MEMO Paris and try any one of these ultra premium scents in your LUXSB - Luxury Scent Box monthly fragrance supply! 

Spring is the perfect season for fragrance and we are here for it! A renewal and awakening of the senses begins after winter's grip on us comes to a close. It is time to decide on your next scent, one that combines the lighthearted and playful spirit of the season and that certain something that we all want.  Je ne sais quoi? Mais oui! And LUXSB offers designers and niche selections that any fragrance fanatic will leap for joy over!  

Spring selections are literally blooming with notes in the floral family. This olfactory family is known as perfume's go-to category with an endless array of fabulous choices. Some of the most desirable scents of the season revolve around floral notes such as orange blossom, rose, jasmine, freesia, honeysuckle, peony, lily of the valley, jasmine, tuberose, iris, magnolia, and gardenia. This is not the complete listing of all the notes in the floral category. Imagine all the possible combinations and blends that will have you stopping to smell the flowers! 

A few incredible florals to take note of this Spring are Victor and Rolf's cult classic Flowerbomb, "an explosive floral bouquet, the essence of thousands of flowers." Sambac jasmine, cattleyas, freesia, and rose petals combine with patchouli and vanilla to make this wickedly addictive scent that has legions of fans. Gucci Bloom is another fantastic option, with notes of natural tuberose from India, jasmine bud extract, and Rangoon Creeper with a floral green element. A lovely floral and fresh combo is Atelier Cologne's Iris Rebelle, a 15% concentrate pure purfume that cuts through with fresh iris and lavender blended with guaiac wood. If you love iris, Iris Rebelle pierces through with a clear true iris note.  Nateeva's St. Thomas is a beautiful take on the frangipani flower with a salty and watery accord, rose absolute, orange blossom, vanilla, and musk. Many of Nateeva's selections are developed with a love for native flowers of a specific locale. 

Don't forget to add a citrus scent to your wardrobe for a sunny, bright pallette that is popular in modern warmer weather fragrances. A great family for both women and men, citrus notes with aquatic touches inspire thoughts of days of vacays, sitting under the sun in glamorous tropical destinations. Santorini and Mykonos, Jamaica, St. Barts, Punta Canta, Hawaii. Spray on a citrus scent and say hello to gorgeous sunsets, pina coladas, hurricanes, and mai tais without ever booking a flight! 

Citruses that inspire that summer mentality are Mancera Sicily and Soleil D'Italie. Sicily blends top notes of Mandarin orange, grapefruit, and bergamot with fruits, florals, and base notes of musk and woods. Both projection and sillage are excellent. Soleil D'Italie is a modern fragrance inspired by sun citrus with rose, vetiver, and amber to create an aquatic freshness. Mancera's Aoud Lemon Mint is another excellent citrus blend, a fresh cocktail with notes of lemon, mandarin orange, almond, pepper, and coriander, along with oud, patchouli, jasmine, vanilla, amber, leather, vetiver, and musk.  

The perfect Spring scent is right here: LUXSB, our perfume subscription service is bar none and can match you with your new favorite perfume or cologne without a lengthy commitment. Get ready for the season with an easier and more convenient way to buy fragrances! 

Something as beautiful as a garden inspires us to live life with joy. The innocence and attraction of florals is legendary in perfumery. The floral note is naturally a go to for any niche or designer house. Some still have misconceptions of this singularly spring ready scent family. It is seen as sometimes too mature, too big, or too feminine. Let's tackle some of the most common myths about florals and get your fragrance wardrobe spring/summer friendly! 

Some florals, especially white florals, are often accused of being "sillage or scent bombs". Too loud, intense or potent. There are quite a few flowers that do carry and have a certain lingering nature including jasmine, tuberose, gardenia, magnolia, ylang-ylang, lily of the valley, and iris. Some are night blooming, various petals are picked at just the right hour for mazimum scent output. Sometimes when these are blended together, it may be a bit overwhelming. The whiff of several together may read too bold for some or off putting. This may be the definition of too much of a good thing! 

There are ways to wear floral fragrances that focus on one note. This is a soliflore perfume. Examples would be only gardenia or only jasmine. This can make the process of adjusting to florals not as jarring and allow the beauty and inherent qualities of each flower to shine. Or wearing your floral note in conjuction with another scent family.  Try exploring a fresh floral perfume with citrus top notes or a gourmand floral with chocolate or sugary notes. Another suggestion is a woodsy floral with base notes that add warmth and depth. These blends make the most of the flowers but also bring out the other notes that collaborate in a composition of elegance and interest. 

Sometimes florals are seen as being "old lady" or mature scents. This too is a misconception. Back to the "big white floral."  There are so many different types of florals for anyone. With formulas that range from eau de toilette to eau de parfum or an extrait de parfum. The former is weaker and the latter is strongest. There are also strengths or formulas such as "intense" or "midnight" or "night". This may mean that your scent will have more of a powerful punch than others. This may be more appropriate for evening wear or someone who prefers strong scents. Strong scents are obviously not for everyone.

Often the floral is viewed as overtly feminine. Maybe the focus on the beauty and Queen of Flowers, the rose gives this impression. Today's floral is not yesterday's floral. Men and women can wear this family with flair and swagger. Unisex blends of niche scents are known to take risks and make them pay off with nods to floral notes such as rose, peony, and violet. The balance is all important to successfully wear florals without feeling overly sweet or delicate. There is strength in a great floral note that is undeniable and pleasing to the nose. This spring or summer, take a chance on a floral perfume and allow it to take you on an exquisite journey unlike any other scent family. LUXSB, the official Luxury Scent Box is the perfect place to experiment with floral notes and build your own scent paradise.