Here's the Earthy, Cool-Girl Perfume Note We've All Been Majorly Underestimating

Scent Type: Aromatic woods

Notes: Tonka bean, ginger, orange flower, patchouli, vetiver

Henry Rose's Char Eau de Parfum is the perfect choice for anyone that likes to balance musky, woody notes with a whisper of gourmand. It opens with tonka bean and vibrant ginger that's mellowed out with soft florals before shifting into warm spices. The scent incredibly multi-faceted without being overly complex, and wearable year-round.

Customer Review: "Sweet and powdery with a touch of earth. I'm not generally a lover of sweet fragrances but this has a unique spin. The tonka [is] balanced by orange flower and pachouli. It is like munching on your favorite sugar cookie on a swing in your old backyard that bleeds into the thick woody forest you used to play in as a child."

Pros: Features an enticing, smoky finish that adds a touch of sensuality

Cons: Smells considerably more sweet and powdery on my skin than woody

Scent Type: Floral musk

Notes: Jasmine, orange blossom, musk, cashmeran, amber, patchouli

As someone that loves cashmere, this perfume smells like my favorite oversized sweater with a hint of musk and the faint fragrance of flowers after spending a spring afternoon in my mother's garden. It's familiar and inviting, thanks to notes of jasmine and orange blossom met with cozy musk, cashmeran, amber, and of course, patchouli for a bold and addictive finish. It's a crowd-favorite for a reason and worth stocking up on before TikTok's fragrance crowd catches onto it (they move fast!)

Customer Review: "For all those perfume collectors and musk lovers, this one should be a staple. Pure Musc by Narcisso Rodriguez is like the white t-shirt in a wardrobe. Basic, but always a clean style, and it looks good on its own, and/or mixed with others. Casual, but solid. This is a simple clean fragrance with some nice florals mixed in. Well balanced. Some get a slight rubbery scent. And it is just that, 'just the slightest'. Very faint. Not a problem at all imo. Simple, yet solid."

Pros: Versatile enough to pair with your favorite scents or wear alone

Cons: Scent does not change much with wear and remains quite one dimensional

Scent Type: Fruity floral

Notes: King William pear, freesia, patchouli

I didn't know how obsessed I could be with pair fragrances until I got this one in my hands a few years ago. The English Pear & Freesia Eau de Parfum for Jo Malone London opens with juicy, just-ripe pear and a heart of fresh freesia (which I adore), but it's the warm and inviting patchouli base that's kept me coming back all this time. It's clean and fresh with an unexpected warmth to it that reminds me of the last few days of summer when the air has turned a bit nippy for the first time in months. It's delightful!

Customer Review: "This scent is hypnotic, with all the flirty youthfulness of a clean, fresh scent but a palpable sophistication that makes it versatile and suited to a variety of ages and styles. Reminiscent of golden hour in early September. Freshly washed hair and a floaty white summer dress on its last wear of the year. A wicker basket brimming with ripe, honeyed pears. Dewy grass underfoot, a bouquet of fresh roses from your lover. The scent of the lake drifts on the breeze. The perfect date to finish the last of the summer wine."

Pros: A flirty and fresh take on patchouli that leans more fruity than woody

Cons: Is not as long-lasting as I would have liked (I gave my skin another spritz after three hours of wear)

Scent Type: Floral woods

Notes: Pink pepper, bergamot, polygonum, tuberose, osmanthus, jasmine, patchouli, oud, sandalwood

I've always gravitated towards tuberose-centered fragrances because they remind me of the effortlessly chic women in my life, but it took me years to discover one that felt like me. My introduction to Chloé's Atelier des Fleurs Tubérose altered my perception, with a stunning blend of woody and floral notes that feels romantic and timeless with a twist (A.K.A. a hearty base of patchouli, oud, and sandalwood).

Customer Review: "Chloe Fleurs Tubereuse Lazuli Eau De Parfum is a captivating fragrance that transports you to a luxurious green garden everytime you smell it! The tuberose takes center stage, blooming beautifully with a creamy, rich and slightly exotic scent that's balanced perfectly by the subtle sweetness of the other floral notes. The addition of Lazuli, a vibrant blue gemstone, is brilliantly captured in this scent's airy & sparkling quality."

Pros: Has both creamy and smoky notes that complement its lush florals

Cons: While it dries down beautifully, it's very strong—keep the sprays light if you're planning to layer

Scent Type: Warm spices

Notes: Iso E Super, patchouli

This is the first true patchouli fragrance I've come across that hasn't made me long for a splash of citrus or whisper of white florals. Escentic Molecules is known for their science-forward formulas, and the brands Molecule O1 + Patchouli Fragrance continues that legacy with a perfume that's stripped back. Using only two notes, there's something really complex and intriguing happening here.

Customer Review: "There is something truly magical about this creation. Possibly, in a world where many perfumers—and consumers—liken quality with note-quantity complexity and interplay, Molecule 01 + Patchouli stands out due to its radical simplicity. That simplicity (two mere patchoulis, one stripped, and a synthetic) however, creates an almost indescribable complexity of its own. Where it lacks in dimensionality, it makes up in its command—a command of balanced contradictions. Warm yet fresh, woody yet clean, synthetic yet natural, spicy yet sweet, sobering yet so immensely intoxicating."

Pros: Has a nostalgic aroma that's most similar to pure Patchouli oil

Cons: Does not have the green and floral touches I tend to wear most

Scent Type: Spicy woods

Notes: Amaretto, nutmeg, suede, orris, benzoin, golden patchouli, labdanum

Inspired by Shakespeare's Sonnet 116, this fragrance makes my little English major and patchouli-loving heart skip a beat. It's a departure from many of Liis' other fragrances (which frequently seem to lean more light and clean), with a blend of boozy amaretto, warm nutmeg, and smooth suede backed by woody, medicinal base notes. It was a surprising, yes, but also made me wonder if the bard himself would wear this while writing feverishly with a quill.

Customer Review: "The first impression I had of this scent was 'suede cigarette'. The first moment where a cigarette is lit and the sweet tobacco makes a brief appearance. This is a really beautiful amber-y scent, and if I hadn’t just purchased a full bottle of Bo (my absolute favorite of the line), this would have been a contender."

Pros: Has an addictive woody and leathery scent that's even better layered

Cons: The patchouli takes a back seat, with the amaretto and suede at center stage

Scent Type: Spicy woods

Notes: Italian bergamot, lemon cedrat, pink pepper, upcycled rose, Moroccan neroli, orris, patchouli, Turkish rose, vetiver, amber

Admittedly, boozy fragrances aren't the first thing I think of when I'm on the hunt for a good patchouli option, but Eauso Vert's Boozy Patchouli Eau de Parfum convinced me to finally start adding them to my fall and winter lineup. Created by Gaurin, this perfume combines hypnotic notes of Italian bergamot, lemon, cedrat, and pink pepper with a blooming bouquet of florals. Vetiver and amber finish this one off, adding the perfect amount of warmth.

Customer Review: "Boozy Patchouli is not the 'hippie' Patchouli that most instantly think of. This is a beautiful blend of woody, somewhat spicy with a hint of rose... and definitely a faint hint of a rich bourbon. Boozy Patchouli works well with my body chemistry and is the perfect addition to my fragrance repertoire. So glad I was able to try this scent to see if it matched my wants and needs of a perfume. The scent leaves a mysterious trail and lasts for a few hours, the dry down is when the rose shines. If you're looking for a fall fragrance that is not for the faint of heart, is refined, elegant and has 'strength' then this is for you."

Pros: Offers an ideal party fragrance blend for anyone partial to citrus

Cons: None

Scent Type: Chypre woods

Notes: lavender, rose, geranium, fir balsam, patchouli, vanilla

It's no secret that most patchouli perfumes have all the makings to be a great nighttime option, but this Voyageur Imaginaires fragrance has the potential to be your next signature perfume for a night out on the town. Drawing inspiration from the elegance of a Wong Kar-Wai film, La Couleur de Nuit boasts bewitching opening notes of fresh lavender and elegant rose geranium that gives way to a smooth vanilla heart before concluding with a dash of fir balsam and patchouli.

Customer Review: "I get a bright burst of lavender with the opening, almost citrusy, before it becomes more floral. The balsam and patchouli are very subtle, and the vanilla quite prominent throughout. This is not a dark, woodsy scent to me; it's rather light and sweet, but not sugary. It makes me think more of dusk than the dark of night."

Pros: It's altogether fresh and warm with florals, citrus, and gourmands

Cons: Doesn't last as long on my skin as it does on my clothes

Scent Type: Aromatic woods

Notes: Coriander seed, guaiacwood, patchouli

Need a new amber fragrance to add to your rotation? Try adding patchouli to jazz things up. Jo Malone London's Amber and Patchouli Cologne is one of the brand's lesser known woody scents, but it's at the top of my recent favorites thanks to an elegant composition of coriander seed, guaiacwood, and patchouli. Decadent and seductive, the perfume has a sweet, smoky flair that contributes to its suede-like finish. It's a long weekend spent in The Cotswolds all bottled up and finished off with an eye-catching design.

Customer Review: "I’ve had this for two years now and it’s such an easy wear, typically with Jo Malone most of their fragrances are very subtle and light which this is but it does last and you will get a fair few scent trails throughout the day. Brilliant office fragrance and an easy blind buy if you don’t mind spending the money."

Pros: Heady and decadent, this amber perfume packs a surprising punch

Cons: Offered at a higher price point than some of the brand's other offerings, as it's part of a collaboration with Huntsman Savile Row

Scent Type: Aromatic earth

Notes: Cedarwood, moss, patchouli

One of the first thing I tell anyone about myself upon meeting them is that I was lucky enough to grow up in the Pacific Northwest. Maison Margiela's 'Replica' Soul of the Forest Parfum transports me there with a single spritz thanks to sappy cedarwood, wet moss, and glowing patchouli. I've loved many of the brand's more "classic" fragrances, but this one has quickly become a favorite for cold weather since I detect more of the moss.

Customer Review: "Just got my decant today and oh mamma! Opening is sharp on the fir and patchouli and very spicy. The dry down is heavenly. a walk in the forest after a storm. Sappy cedar, fresh oak and wet moss. I will wear this but it’s definitely unisex leaning more masculine. It’s delicious, an experience on its own. Will be on a lookout for a full bottle."

Pros: A photorealistic woody fragrance that's riche and earthy

Cons: It can smell slightly sharp with the resinous, sappy notes

Scent Type: Aromatic woods

Notes: Cardamom, cinnamon, carrot, ginger, orris butter, papyrus, patchouli

I never considered with cinnamon, carrot, and ginger could smell like in a perfume (my first guess would be something like carrot cake), but there's nothing about Eyes Closed that smells like a baked good. Instead, this fragrance offers a fresh and relaxation-inducing scent that leans more floral and earthy than anything, with warm spices and a buttery sweetness at its heart. I really like how it lingers on the skin hours after the original spritz, evolving as I go about my day to something almost like a warm, sparkling floral.

Customer Review: "Byredo's Eyes Closed is a beautifully fresh fragrance that feels luxurious and inner calm. It opens with a soft floral blend, followed by subtle warm spice and earthy undertones. The scent evolves gently, creating a sense of intimacy as it lingers on the skin throughout the day. It's a fragrance that evokes emotion, offering a unique experience that goes beyond just a scent. Elegant, yet easy-to-wear, Eyes Closed is perfect for anyone looking for something distinctive and memorable. It is truly a standout creation from Byredo."

Pros: A romantic, soft perfume that captures the excitement of falling in love for the first time

Cons: None

Scent Type: Aromatic woods

Notes: Patchouli, maté, clary sage, violet

Violet and patchouli is a classic pairing I can always get behind, and this perfume does it well. Sophisticated and timeless (while somehow also being bright and spicy), Diptyque's Tempo Eau de Parfum is the ideal unisex perfume that can take you from season-to-season. The scent pays tribute to patchouli's impact on the 1960's with three exacts of its essence that, when paired with maté, feel incredibly grounding. There's very little I love more than a fragrance I don't feel like I need to switch in or out.

Customer Review: "A forever love. No matter how many new fragrances I explore, how many different genres I rabbit-hole down, I always seem to return to Tempo. It's chic and sophisticated without being stuffy, pretentious, or try-hard, endlessly wearable with just the right amount of earthy edge to keep it interesting. It's tenacious and definitely has staying power, but still feels airy and un-oppressive. This is an easy-reach for me when I want something that feels comfortable yet has depth and personality. Tempo is spicy, earthy, bright & aromatic. Totally unisex, all-season."

Pros: There's a subtle spiciness that elevates the fragrance without ruling it

Cons: Its rich, roam aroma can border on smelling mature on some

Scent Type: Amber woods

Notes: Hand-pressed mandarin oil, neroli, olibanum, cedar, cedar atlas, jasmine, patchouli, opoponax

Woody and resinous, Pigmentarium's Oratorio Eau de Parfum enchants the senses with a fragrance designed to draw connection between spaces and time. It starts with a burst of Madagascar mandarin and Egyptian neroli to symbolize light for tart, clean touch before shifting into a heart of incense, cedar, and powdery jasmine. An accord of opoponax resin is combined with patchouli oil and balsamic finishes things off. Complex and chic, this would make a great addition to anyone's beauty cabinet.

Customer Review: "Truly beautiful complex opening. Wow! I like the earthy, piney aspects in the dry down. They're done with style. The cedar and patchouli make it right. Very nice to have for warmer weather."

Pros: A well-balanced fragrance that's fresh, warm, and timeless

Cons: None