Cyber Monday Might Be Over, But These 13 Editor-Approved Perfumes Are Still on Sale

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Kaitlyn McLintock

published 4 December 2024

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If you're anything like me, you love a good sale. Black Friday and Cyber Monday might be over, but I have good news—you can still shop certain on-sale beauty products. Yep, that's right. There are still sales happening, and not just any old sales, either.

Nordstrom, for one, is having an extended fragrance sale on some of its best-selling scents. I'm talking about fragrances from luxe designer brands like Tom Ford, Burberry, Valentino, YSL, and more. Keep scrolling to see the 13 perfumes I'm considering adding to my cart while they're still on sale (and not sold out).

Café Rose Eau De Parfum

TOM FORD

Café Rose Eau De Parfum

Notes: Turkish rose, rose Bulgaria, dark coffee, ylang-ylang, coriander, patchouli, cardamom, incense, sandalwood

To me, this scent is reminiscent of a warm and inviting coffee shop. At first, there's an elegant rose note. Then, there's a rich, dark coffee notes. After it lingers on the skin for a second, I pick up the spiciness of coriander and cardamom and the creaminess of sandalwood. In my opinion, it's the ideal winter perfume.

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne

Jo Malone London

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne

Notes: ambrette seeds, sea salt, sage

This iconic perfume is fresh, natural, and slightly woody. Whenever I smell it, I think of the way Who What Wear Beauty Director Erin Jahns describes it. She said, and I quote, "It will make you feel like you're a sea nymph on the English coast." To this day, I think that's the most accurate description. If I can put it another way, I'd say it's soft and serene and reminds me of foamy ocean waves lapping the shore.

Peony & Blush Suede Cologne

Jo Malone London

Peony & Blush Suede Cologne

Notes: Red apple, peony, suede

Another editor-approved Jo Malone scent, this one is light, floral, and more traditionally feminine than the former thanks to a juicy red apple note, blooming peony, and a soft, blush suede note. It's fresh and youthful, never heady or powdery. It's a lovely perfume for daily wear.

'burberry Goddess Eau De Parfum

Burberry

Goddess Eau De Parfum

Notes: vanilla infusion, lavender, vanilla caviar, vanilla absolute

I always describe this perfume as rich, luxe, and expensive-smelling. I mean, it has a note of vanilla caviar, so how could it not be? It's the ultimate sophisticated scent.

Donna Born in Roma Eau De Parfum Fragrance

Valentino

Donna Born in Roma Eau De Parfum Fragrance

Notes: black currant accord, bergamot essence, jasmine grandiflorum absolute, jasmine sambac absolute, jasmine tea, bourbon vanilla, cashmeran, guaiac wood essence

While it's rather under-the-radar compared to other designer perfumes, Valentino's Donna Born in Roma Eau de Parfum is one of my all-time favorites. It's warm, alluring, and timeless, just like the city of Rome itself.

Vanilla Sex Eau De Parfum

TOM FORD

Vanilla Sex Eau De Parfum

Notes: Vanilla Tincture India, vanilla absolute, sandalwood essence

This is the ultimate creamy vanilla perfume. It's soft, smooth, and sensual (as the name implies). I've quite literally been stopped by a stranger in the street who told me I smelled good and asked what scent I was wearing. Enough said.

Vanille Fatale Eau De Parfum

TOM FORD

Vanille Fatale Eau De Parfum

Notes: Vanilla, dark woods, coffee absolute, roasted barley

For a darker, sultrier take on vanilla, I recommend Tom Ford's Vanille Fatale Eau de Parfum. The creamy vanilla note is grounded by woody notes and rich, dark coffee absolute. It's like Vanilla Sex's mysterious alter-ego.

Libre Eau De Parfum Spray Fragrance

Yves Saint Laurent

Libre Eau De Parfum

Notes: lavender essence, orange blossom, musk accord

I think this is one of the most unique designer perfumes on the market right now. The combination of lavender and orange blossom notes, while unexpected, is surprisingly sophisticated.

Miss Dior Eau De Parfum

DIOR

Miss Dior Eau De Parfum

Notes: Grasse rose, bergamot, rosewood

An iconic perfume, Miss Dior is soft, floral, and traditionally feminine. Notes of rose, bergamot, and rosewood create something universally timeless and sophisticated. I swear this fragrance works for every age, time, season, and situation.

Replica by the Fireplace Eau De Toilette Fragrance

Maison Margiela

Replica by the Fireplace Eau De Toilette

Notes: pink pepper, orange flower petals, clove oil, chestnut accord, guaiac wood oil, cade oil, vanilla accord, Peru balsam, cashmeran

Maison Margiela's By the Fireplace is a warm and smoky scent that's beloved by so many beauty editors. I, for one, share this genderless scent with my boyfriend. It's as warm and inviting as a roaring fireplace in a cozy ski lodge.

Replica Lazy Sunday Morning Eau De Toilette Fragrance

Maison Margiela

Replica Lazy Sunday Morning Eau De Toilette

Notes: Aldehydes, pear accord, lily of the valley, iris, rose, orange flower, white musk, Indonesian patchouli oil, ambrette seeds

If you prefer a lighter, fresher fragrance for everyday wear, I can't recommend Maison Margiela's Replica Lazy Sunday Morning Eau de Toilette. It smells clean and fresh, and slightly floral like a just-washed load of laundry or your skin after you get out of the shower.

Black Opium Eau De Parfum Women's Fragrance

Yves Saint Laurent

Black Opium Eau De Parfum

Notes: Coffee, white flowers, vanilla

A seductive scent, YSL's Black Opium Eau de Parfum never misses. Notes of coffee, white flowers, and vanilla create something that smells warm, spicy, and intense. It's no wonder this is one of my go-to scents for a late night out.

Bright Crystal Eau De Toilette

Versace

Bright Crystal Eau De Toilette

Notes: pomegranate, yuzu iced accord, magnolia, lotus flower, peony, vegetal amber, acajou, musk

This bright and angelic perfume is equal parts fruity, floral, and musky. It's the scent I think of whenever I see someone embracing the Y2K aesthetic on social media. Actually, it's the scent I think celebs like Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, and Addison Rae would be into. Whenever I wear it, I feel like a confident, cool girl.

Kaitlyn McLintock is an Associate Beauty Editor at Who What Wear. Although she covers a wide range of topics across a variety of categories, she specializes in celebrity interviews and skincare and wellness content. Having lived in Los Angeles and Austin, Texas, she recently relocated back to her home state of Michigan where she works remotely. Prior to Who What Wear, she freelanced for a variety of industry-leading digital publications, including InStyle, The Zoe Report, Bustle, Hello Giggles, and Coveteur. Before that, she held a long-term internship and subsequent contributor position at Byrdie. When she's not writing, researching, or testing the latest and greatest beauty products, she's working her way through an ever-growing book collection, swimming in the Great Lakes, or spending time with family.

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