Maybe it's the news that a Practical Magic sequel is in the works or the collective rage of every female-identifying person I know bubbling to the surface, but witches have never been hotter than they are right now. I mean, who doesn't want to feel powerful and beguiling while you face a society that seems hell-bent on curtailing your basic humanity? It's why I often turn to my beauty routine, and fragrance especially, to give me that one-two punch of energy and confidence to move through my day-to-day life. And while I'd love to be the woman who is known for a single signature scent (or create a bespoke fragrance just for me), alas, I am too much of a perfume nerd to limit myself to just one option. Plus, I hadn't yet found a scent that could channel that sexy witch energy I've been so desperately craving this spring, until I spritzed Chloé Atelier des Fleurs Cedrus Eau de Parfum at my desk a few weeks ago and immediately added it to my fragrance collection.
At this point in my career, I understand the notes I return to again and again. I know they're super popular at the moment but gourmand fragrances are a pass for me—although the marshmallow perfume trend is very intriguing—and I don't typically care for anything that's very spicy, too rich in oud, or that's exceptionally fruity. Instead, I lean towards woody, aquatic, floral, amber, and salt scents, all of which compliment my body chemistry beautifully. Until now, I had never really given a lot of thought to smelling like... a tree.
