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Valentine's Day is fast approaching and for many of us it's a time to make sure we're investing in our partners with some quality time. Whether that's a date night at your favourite restaurant, a trip to somewhere you've been desperate to go to for a while or just an uninterrupted night in there are seemingly endless ways to celebrate.
There are classic gifts to get your partner, such as chocolates and red roses, the latter of which we've already put to the test here at the Mirror. But this time of year is also a great time to treat yourself and your partner in one go.
Fragrances are the gift that just keep giving, whenever you catch a waft of your latest scent throughout the day it's a nice little mood booster and it makes date nights that bit more fun. We've rounded up some of the best fragrances to gift your spouse this Valentines and there's an option for everyone.
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Eilish by Billie Eilish
Eilish by Billie EilishEilish is a mouth-watering gourmand that was first launched in 2021, while vanilla is definitely the most prominent note in the perfume the touch of fruit, chocolate and spice makes it ever so alluring. It's a warm vanilla that will be sure to bring in compliments.
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Whenever I wear this I'm told I smell great and often have friends lean in to get a second smell after hugging me. It's perfect for dates nights and as a result Valentines Day is a great time to debut it. It's a really reasonable price point and for those who like to smell like dessert it's perfect.
Top notes: Sugar, red berries, mandarin orange
Heart notes: Vanilla, cacao, spicy notes, rose
Base notes: Tonka bean, amber, musk, woody notes
Price: £20 (10ml), £32 (30ml), £39 (50ml), £50 (100ml)
Buy now from: ASOS, Boots, Superdrug, The Fragrance Shop,
Eden Sparkling Lychee | 39
Eden Sparkling Lychee | 39The latest release from Kayali is a new addition to the Eden range - previously when thinking of Kayali Eden there was a strong apple focus with lychee lingering in the background. Now lychee is front and central and this floral fruity fragrance is making a splash.
While it is undeniably fruity you do get the impression of sparkling wine. There's definitely a youthful touch with the top notes but the floral heart manages to give it a maturity that I think makes it perfect for women in their twenties. The woody base tied in with vanilla gives it a comforting touch that is sure to encourage cuddling.
Top notes: Lychee, blackcurrant, red apple, Italian lemon
Heart notes: Violet, rose, Jasmine sambac
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Base notes: Sugar, Vanilla absolute, musk, amber, sandalwood, cedar
Price: £25 (10ml), £73 (50ml), £98 (100ml)
Buy now from: ASOS, Boots, Cult Beauty, Feel Unique, Sephora
YSL Libre
YSL Beauty LibreIf you're looking for a boost of confident for date night then look no further, Libre smells like an expensive woman. If you want to feel like you're strutting in designer heels without forking out for them then this is a great way to exude that energy.
It's an amber fougere scent (which roughly translates to warm woody notes alongside clean aromatics) that is often called classy and sophisticated. It's suitable for any time of day but comes alive at night time making it perfect for a Valentines date out.
Top notes: Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Black Currant and Petitgrain
Heart notes: Lavender, orange blossom, and jasmine
Base notes: Madagascar Vanilla, Musk, Cedar and Ambergris
Price: £65 (30ml), £92 (50ml), £125 (90ml), £155 (150ml)
Buy now from: Amazon, Boots, John Lewis, Look Fantastic, YSL Beauty
Fortitude
FortitudeFortitude is a new Eau de Parfum designed by Manchester born rapper Bugzy Malone. The scent is marketed as unisex and is undeniably spicy but the lingering base notes keep it from being too sharp.
It's definitely a cuddle scent and while there are some fruity notes at the top and florals it's undeniably cinnamon and cardamom forward. It's got a great longevity which can last all night without needing top ups.
Top notes: Bergamot, mandarin, cardamom, black pepper, pink pepper
Heart notes: Clove bud, cinnamon, lavender, rose, geranium
Base notes: Musk, Sandalwood, vanilla, tonka, amber, patchouli
Price: £58
Buy now from:The Fragrance Shop
The Most Wanted
The Most WantedThe new The Most Wanted Parfum is fiery and intense - a fougere, ambery, spicy fragrance for men encapsulated in the iconic black barrel bottle featuring a gradient a radiant ambered juice.
Top notes: Ginger
Heart notes: Woodsy notes
Base notes: Bourbon Vanilla
Price: £64
Buy now from: Amazon, Boots
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