{"id":4815,"date":"2026-02-10T15:00:03","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T16:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/?p=4815"},"modified":"2026-02-12T14:58:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T14:58:58","slug":"februarys-newest-perfume-drops-smell-a-lot-like-your-next-signature-scent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/10\/februarys-newest-perfume-drops-smell-a-lot-like-your-next-signature-scent\/","title":{"rendered":"February\u2019s Newest Perfume Drops Smell A Lot Like Your Next Signature Scent"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\tI\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0know about you, but I went a little off-piste with\u00a0my\u00a0New Year\u2019s resolutions<\/a>. While I usually aim to\u00a0drink more water<\/a>,\u00a0exercise regularly<\/a>, and\u00a0make time\u00a0for my friends<\/a>, this year I wanted something far\u00a0lower\u00a0pressure \u2014\u00a0and far removed from self-improvement.\u00a0That\u2019s\u00a0why I made it my mission to find a\u00a0brand new\u00a0signature scent<\/a>: something I love so much,\u00a0I\u2019ll\u00a0wear it all year round.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Happily, February is proving to be a\u00a0fantastic month for fragrance<\/a>. Whether\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0keen to explore the\u00a0gourmand category<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 perfumes with \u201cedible\u201d notes like vanilla, chocolate, and berries \u2014 or\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0drawn to something darker and more brooding to suit the colder weather, your\u00a0favorite\u00a0fragrance brands are delivering.\u00a0<\/p>\n

From\u00a0Phlur<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0Le Labo, here are the February fragrances I think are poised to make a big impact. And who knows \u2014 you might even find your own signature among them.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

At Refinery29, we\u2019re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. All product details reflect the price and availability at the time of publication. If you buy or click on something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Parfums de Marly Ath\u00e9na\u00efs Eau de Parfum, $410<\/a>\u00a0
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Since spotting Ath\u00e9na\u00efs on Trendmood\u2019s Instagram<\/a> in early December, I haven\u2019t stopped thinking about it. I knew instantly that I had to have it, and it\u2019s all down to the \u201csolar\u201d notes \u2014 scents that create a warm, fuzzy feeling, as though you\u2019re basking in sunlight. The first spritz is fizzy, with a squeeze of citrusy bergamot and yuzu, before drying down into a creamy, nuzzly, skin-like scent thanks to jasmine, comforting vanilla, nutty tonka bean, and neroli \u2014 the fragrant oil extracted from the flowers of the bitter orange tree. Like all of Parfums de Marly\u2019s predecessors, the staying power is unrivalled; I can still smell it on my jacket days after spritzing. <\/p>\n

Parfums de Marly<\/strong> Ath\u00e9na\u00efs Eau de Parfum, $, available at Nordstrom<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Skylar Forbidden Fruit, $33<\/a>\u00a0
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Skylar\u2019s latest addition is limited, so if it sounds up your alley, you\u2019ll want to add it to your cart, stat. The brand describes this as \u201cunapologetically sweet,\u201d and it\u2019s all in the gourmand notes. There\u2019s sticky lychee, cane sugar, liquid vanilla, and sakura mochi for those with an insatiable sweet tooth, but it\u2019s balanced by crunchy raspberry leaves, resin-like woods, and warm amber. <\/p>\n

Skylar<\/strong> Forbidden Fruit, $, available at Skylar<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Le Labo Violette 30 Eau de Parfum, $110<\/a>\u00a0
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As a history buff, I find the story behind Le Labo\u2019s Violette 30 fascinating. It\u2019s inspired by floriography, the Victorian-era art of using flowers to send secret messages. The violet is particularly layered, signaling both passion and strength. It makes sense, then, that Violette 30 packs a punch. Powdery violet, lush rose, all-encompassing incense, and heady patchouli make it a scent that demands attention, while delicate white tea and creamy cedarwood linger softly on the skin as the day goes on. <\/p>\n

Le Labo<\/strong> Violette 30 Eau de Parfum, $, available at Nordstrom<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Tory Burch Sublime Eau de Toilette, $138\u00a0
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If you think you don\u2019t like floral fragrances, this will make you think twice. It\u2019s light and airy rather than cloying or powdery, thanks to zingy clementine, juicy peach, grassy vetiver, and warm amber woods \u2014 like diving headfirst into freshly washed laundry. And the bottle? Absolutely something to marvel at. <\/p>\n

Tory Burch<\/strong> Sublime Eau de Toilette, $, available at Nordstrom<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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By Rosie Jane Matilda Eau de Parfum, $86\u00a0
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By Rosie Jane is a longtime Refinery29 favorite, and Matilda proves exactly why. The first spray sparks as much joy as the first sip of a passionfruit martini, but while the opening is tart and zingy, the dry down is where it truly shines. Sweet meringue is lifted by finger lime, yet both are anchored by golden musk \u2014 a honeyed, skin-like warmth that makes the perfume feel cozy, enveloping, and soothing. Obsessed.\u00a0<\/p>\n

By Rosie Jane<\/strong> MATILDA Eau de Parfum, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Le Monde Gourmand Violet Sucre Eau de Parfum, $28\u00a0
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I know what you\u2019re thinking: another dessert-inspired fragrance? But hear me out. While the candied violets and actual sugar crystals are as sweet as you\u2019d expect, the addition of raspberry pur\u00e9e takes it from saccharine to tangy and bright. It\u2019s like shampoo in the best way, so if you\u2019re after a \u201cclean\u201d fragrance that isn\u2019t soapy, you\u2019ll love this. <\/p>\n

Le Monde Gourmand<\/strong> Violet Sucr\u00e9 Eau de Parfum, $, available at Le Monde Gourmand<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Chlo\u00e9 Atelier des Fleurs Plage du Figuier Eau de Parfum, $166\u00a0
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The fig perfume trend shows no sign of slowing, and why would you want it to when it smells this good? Instead of the syrupy inside, it\u2019s like snapping a fig leaf off a branch \u2014 green and milky \u2014 while sun-baked orange blossom flowers lend a sweetness that\u2019ll have you sniffing your wrists all day long. If you\u2019ve ever walked the streets of a Mediterranean island at sunset, with the warmth of the day still lingering on your shoulders, you\u2019ll recognise the feeling instantly. <\/p>\n

Chlo\u00e9<\/strong> Plage du Figuier Eau de Parfum, $, available at Nordstrom<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Phlur Berry Cream Hair and Body Mist, $26\u00a0
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Berries are big in fragrance right now, with YSL, Mugler, and Glossier all picking them for their latest offerings. But no one nails a fruit-forward scent quite like Phlur. Berry Cream combines raspberries and strawberries with fresh, slightly woody apple leaves, warming vanilla bean, and nutty ambrette for a fragrance that occupies a cozy space between sweet and spicy. Think cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e topped with compote. <\/p>\n

Phlur<\/strong> Berry Cream Hair and Body Mist, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Phlur Matcha Hair and Body Mist, $26\u00a0
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Trust me when I say that even matcha naysayers will find this addictive. It\u2019s not earthy like the drink; instead, it\u2019s smooth and ever so slightly sweet thanks to vanilla and amber, while salty macadamia milk, steeped black tea, and woody patchouli give it a spicier edge. Spritz it through your hair for impressive sillage. <\/p>\n

Phlur<\/strong> Matcha Milk Hair and Body Mist, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Aerin Mediterranean Honeysuckle Soleil Eau de Parfum, $150\u00a0
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Consider this your sign to start dreaming of a Mediterranean summer. Wearing this feels like that moment when you\u2019re walking back from the beach, coconutty sunscreen and sea salt mingling on your skin. From open windows, you catch the scent of people showering for dinner \u2014 a mix of shampoo and aftersun. Divine. <\/p>\n

Aerin<\/strong> Mediterranean Honeysuckle Soleil Eau de Parfum, $, available at Nordstrom<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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OUAI Melrose Place Hair and Body Mist, $28<\/a><\/h2>\n

Sparkly champagne, zingy bergamot, and lush rose make up OUAI\u2019s Melrose Place, now available as a body mist.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0lighter and airier than the eau de parfum \u2014 perfect for beach or pool days and staying topped up \u2014 but still feels clean, fresh, and energizing.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ouai<\/strong> Melrose Place Hair and Body Mist, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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