By Marjorie Magazine

This article originally appeared in the 2019 issue of Marjorie Magazine

Scents, no matter how soft or strong they may be, possess an unnerving magic that brings us back to the fondest or just plain particular moments in our lives. Like how we know the lyrics to a beloved song frequently listened to so long ago, our hearts know exactly where we spent summer 12 years ago with a single sniff of gardenia or that first picnic you had with your sweetheart when you spritz on your signature notes. Whatever they may be, heavenly scents are key to preserving the best memories, even more so than a photograph. You may see the moment, but with the right scent, you can feel everything all at once. Give these classics a try for your warm days ahead, varying in floral to fruity, but all fresh and best of all, romantic for the memories ahead that you won’t be forgetting.

Ciao by Vince Camuto A refreshing Italian toast embodied by blackberry, pink grapefruit and rounded out by peony, lily, and amaro liquer. From $25-$90, macys.com

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24 Faubourg Hermes Notes of vanilla and jasmine blend together with tiare flower to set your sights on a sunny destination. From $142, sephora.com

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Classic Gardenia The ultimate crisp yet classic scent for the spring, or wherever gardens flourish. Starting at $59, hoveparfumeur.com

Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel Inspired by a youthful and spirited Coco Chanel, let her playfulness live on in this warm scent filled with orange, jasmine, and vetiver. From $80, chanel.com

Stella by Tocca A callback to Fellini film stars, steal the show with a spritz of blood orange and freesia with bold musk to evoke more mystery. $76, tocca.com