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Diptyque

Eau de Minthé$220 $187

Nordstrom

Inspired by a Greek myth—Diptyque's masterpiece is minty fresh, but also nuanced with spicy nutmeg, uplifting lavender, and soothing patchouli.The Best Fragrance to Burn

D.S. and Durga Breakfast Leipzig Candle$65

D.S. and Durga

Based on Johann SebastianBach’s mornings at theCafé Zimmermann (!!), withnotes of leather, smoke,almond, and butter.The Unusual One

Dior Sauvage Parfum$96

Amazon

Citrusy and intense, Sauvageis derived from an exclusiveCalabrian bergamot.The Bargain

Dollar Shave Club Blueprint 201$50

Dollar Shave Club

Spicy and woody and warm,like the vapor rising up off a hottoddy in a snowed-in cabin.The Best Herbal Scent

Montblanc Explorer Eau de Parfum$98

Macy's

Herb (clary sage) on wood(cedar) on grass (vetiver)—likeBig Sur in a bottle.For Good Luck

Gucci Mémoire d'une Odeur$120

Sephora

Built around Roman chamomile,which ancient soldiers used inwartime for courage in battle.An Original

Mugler Come Together Cologne$70

Nordstrom

The OG unisex fragrance(relaunched last year) smellslike clean, expensive linens.

PRODUCTION CREDITS:Photograph by Tyrell HamptonStill-life photographs by Matteo MobilioStyled by Miles Pope and Taryn BenskyHair by Natalie JonesMakeup by Azra Red for Honey ArtistsProp stylist: Stephanie L. Yeh for Bernstein & Andriulli

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