Fragrance: Gourmand Perfumes that are Good Enough to Eat
Good Enough to Eat
These gourmand perfumes are rich, addictive and unforgettable
There’s something about a gourmand fragrance in autumn. Warm, comforting and just the right side of indulgent, these scents wrap you up without overwhelming. Yes, there’s vanilla—but not the cloying kind. Think roasted coffee, toasted pistachio, sticky amber and dark cocoa. These are rich, layered perfumes that smell like comfort but wear like confidence. We’ve picked five favourites that hit the sweet spot—and included easy layering tips to make them feel even more like you.
The Comfort File: 5 Gourmand Gems
1. Phlur Vanilla Skin
A creamy skin scent with Madagascar vanilla, cashmere woods and soft musk. Not sugary, just quietly addictive.
2. Maison Margiela Replica Coffee Break
Milky coffee, lavender and blonde woods. Like a Sunday morning café with nowhere to be.
£125 for 100ml EDT, widely available
3. Tom Ford Lost Cherry
Black cherry, almond and boozy syrup give way to rose, balsam and smoky woods. Decadent, grown-up and a little dangerous.
4. DS & Durga Pistachio
Roasted pistachio with cardamom and creamy vanilla. Green, nutty and offbeat—in the best way.
5. Jo Malone Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense
Resin, almond and tonka bean in one velvety swoop. This one’s all about warmth and sophistication.
Layering Tips: Make It Yours
1. Moisturise first
Use a body oil or cream to help fragrance last. Try almond or vanilla-based products for added depth.
2. Pulse points plus scarf
Apply to wrists and neck, then lightly mist your scarf or coat collar. The fabric holds scent beautifully.
3. Blend for depth
Try pairing Coffee Break + Vanilla Skin for a latte effect, or Pistachio + Myrrh & Tonka for nutty richness.
4. Spritz your hairbrush
Hair carries scent longer than skin. A quick mist over your brush does the trick.
5. Keep it balanced
You want a trail, not a sugar bomb. One or two spritzes is enough.