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Try to guess what Scorpios and Aquarius “smell” like.
The fragrances that embody each zodiac sign are named. Read on to find out yours.
Aries
Aries smells like the tinny tang of fresh blood, diesel fuel and blown out birthday candles. Scents that evoke the fast-paced spirit of the first sign of the zodiac include Blazing Saddles by Outlaw and Burning Bridges by Snif.
Taurus
Taurus smells like room service and estate sales, sperm, cocoa, cold mashed potatoes and a lavender field at noon. Scents reminiscent of the sign’s dirty, blooming decadence include Love in White by Creed and Libre Eau De Parfum by YSL.
Twins
Ruled by the planet of conversation and communication, Gemini smells like tea leaves, hummingbird feathers, crushed Adderall and daisies. Scents that reflect Gemini’s energy and enthusiasm include Daisy by Marc Jacobs and fresh AF after the rain, the scent of dandelions on a summer day, and Tokyo Bloom by The Different Company.
Cancer
Cancer cardinal tides smell like moonwater, magnolia flowers, amniotic fluid, someone else’s sweatshirt, vinyl records and aloe vera.
a lion
Ruled by the Sun, Leo smells like linen-dried laundry, incense, Popsicle sticks, free bouquets and grievances. Scents that are created for Leos include Solar Power by Phlur and Truth or Dare.
Virgo
The fickle, meticulous Virgo smells of graphite pencils, cumin, thick rotten mushrooms, holy water, antacids, the cracked spine of a rare book and a piece of Granny Smith apple. Scents that support these people include Smyth by Henry Rose and Mushroom by Demeter.
Scales
Libra smells like the inside of a vanilla bean, damask silk, restoration hardware, cinnamon, The Great Gatsby, clean lapels, silver spoon, catnip. Scents reminiscent of Libra include The Soft Lawn from Imaginary Authors and the extremely popular Santal 33 from Le Labo.
Scorpion
Rulers of the eighth house, death and mystery, Scorpio smells like root cellars, motel sheets, clove cigarettes, melted wax, oyster brine, snake husks and other people’s money. Scents that evoke the spirit of Scorpio include Ambre Nuit by Dior and Transformation by TokyoMilk.
Sagittarius
Ruled by the lucky planet Jupiter, Sagittarius smells like continental breakfast, asphalt at dawn, leather pants, lemongrass, neon lights, beanstalks and wormwood. Fragrances that fit this mark include the poetically named “Windows Down” by Henry Rose and “Sticky Fingers” by Francesca Bianchi.
Capricorn
Rulers of the 10th house of heritage, Capricorns smell of old money, fresh cement, right angles, ivy, black licorice, measuring tape and fine tailoring. Capricorn signature scents include Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne by Jo Malone and Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francisco Kurkdjian.
Aquarius
Ruled by unruly Uranus, uniquely weird Aquarius smells like lightning strike, triangles, down feathers, tungsten wire, space dust, chrome and white amber.
Fish
Ruled by dreamy, moody Neptune, Pisces smells of sweet potatoes, opium, brackish water, nihilism, rainbow sprinkles. For Pisces, the scents Black Opium by YSL and The Lover’s Tale by Francesca Bianchi are recommended.
