Whether you’re already planning your party ensembles or just powering through your holiday shopping, there’s nothing quite like a head-turning fragrance to level up the festivities. (Seriously: Is there a better accessory than smelling really, really good?)
If you’re anything like us, you know that when you’re in the market for a new scent (or several), then a trip to Ulta Beauty is in short order. After all, our favorite beauty superstore has one of the best selections of luxury fragrances around, offering something for just about every personality, preference, and price point.
Not sure which scents to reach for? We’ve rounded up some of our go-to’s—and what they smell like—below.
Dior Sauvage Eau de Parfum
Fragrance notes: Calabrian bergamot, pepper, nutmeg, vanilla, amberwood
Smells like: Winter nights in the desert—sensual and moody.
Why we love it: For those in the market for a men’s fragrance, this spicy-woody cocktail is a surefire win. (Pair it with an old fashioned at your next holiday party.)
Ariana Grande MOD Vanilla Eau de Parfum
Fragrance notes: Pink freesia, plum, white praline, vanilla, musk
Smells like: The cooler older sister of Grande’s popular Cloud scent.
Why we love it: This is not your grandma's vanilla perfume. Deep plums and hints of musk keep the scent youthful and enticing. Bonus: It also comes in a Blush variation. Mix the two together to create an alluring blend of sultry and floral notes.
Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum
Fragrance notes: Coffee, vanilla, orange blossom, jasmine
Smells like: Grabbing a latte in your chicest winter outfit.
Why we love it: Spritz on a little bit of this perfume and cozy up by the fire. Those who gravitate towards gourmand scents are in for a treat! The vanilla and coffee notes in this delicious blend are just the right amount of sweet, and they couple beautifully with the white floral and woody notes.
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum
Fragrance notes: Pear blossom, gardenia, jasmine, brown sugar, patchouli
Smells like: White floral bouquets, fresh laundry, and warmer days.
Why we love it: Sometimes the ultimate antidote to chilly winter temps is a healthy dose of escapism—and this warm, sparkling bouquet is a one-way ticket to summer (even if the weather report says quite the opposite).
Carolina Herrera Very Good Girl Glam Eau de Parfum
Fragrance notes: Rose, lily, black cherry, bourbon, almond
Smells like: Your highest, baddest stilettos.
Why we love it: Formulated as a statement of feminine power, this juicy cocktail is all but guaranteed to turn heads—and that bottle is just begging to be unwrapped in your next gift exchange.
Billie Eilish Eilish Eau de Parfum
Fragrance notes: Vanilla, amber, sugared petals, cocoa, mandarin
Smells like: The grown-up version of Warm Vanilla Sugar.
Why we love it: For starters, this scent is vegan, paraben-free, cruelty-free, and formulated with clean ingredients. Those specs aside, this scent is like an irresistible holiday sugar cookie in perfume form.