Victoria’s Secret

there’s something to be said about a scent that makes you love and hate it at the same time. this isn’t hate due to lack of depth and cloying notes. rather this is the hate that brings a nostalgia you thought you’ve overcome. something that reminds you of broken promises, past relationships, and sweet nothings. despite all of this, the scent that makes you love it even more deserves to be acknowledged.

Victoria’s Secret newest fragrance, Seduction Dark Orchid, is just that. a scent that’s slightly warm and, for a moment, reminiscent of something a guy - maybe a boyfriend - might wear.

Victoria’s Secret Seduction is all about sexy decadence: satin blindfolds, inky black lacquer, gilded handcuffs. The wearer: a glamorous provocateur…with a fetish for high fashion. This profile inspired a fragrance infused with sultry warmth—a way to wrap skin in dark luxury. The result is our first Seduction, what we’re calling our Dark Orchid moment: a signature blend of Midnight Orchid, Crushed Plum and Oud Wood. Seduce the senses. Turn out the lights. Victoria’s Secret Seduction.

With notes of crème de cassis, blood orange, and bergamot that lead into jasmine and midnight orchid this fragrance takes you from a plummy and slightly sweet to a light and warm adventure. I know the words “light” and “warm” seem like polar opposites but this isn’t a heavy scent like most warm fragrances tend to be. It’s here that I’m reminded of a men’s cologne as it delves into the dry down composed of smooth warm amber, oud wood, tonka beans, cashmere woods and creamy musk.

considering how chilly it’s gotten (and how quickly it all happened!) I’ve found this scent at the perfect time. I love layering the lotion ($20) and body mist ($25) since it lasts all day without being overpowering. the eau de parfum ($55 for the 1.7 oz. and $65 for the 3.4 oz.) is best used alone as its staying power is pretty phenomenal.

the collection is available now in stores and online.

disclosure: samples provided for editorial consideration