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    I’m the Fragrance Expert In the Group Chat—Here’s What I’m Buying From the Nordstrom Sale

    For the tastemakers and perfume newbies alike.

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    By Ariel Wilson
    Published 16 July 2025 In Features

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    As a shopping aficionado, the Nordstrom Anniversary sale is one of the most exciting times of the year. Not only can I get the best deals on beauty tools that rarely, if ever, get discounted, but as a fragrance lover, I get to stock up on my favorite scents and gift sets (and try trendy new ones), all while getting serious bang for my buck.

    The Anniversary Sale began on July 12 and runs through August 3, so that’s about three weeks to shop online (and in person!) as many times as my heart desires. Brands included in the massive sale range from Le Labo to Christian Louboutin and Carolina Herrera—in short, every line I recommend to my friends.

    Still, I wouldn’t wait to buy the items at the top of my wishlist, because, just like they did last year, many will likely sell out before the sale concludes. But don't fret just yet. Ahead, I’ve curated the best fragrances on sale during the Nordstrom event. From classic editor-recommended favorites (hello, Diptyque) to a few summer scents you may not yet know about, keep reading for the fragrances worth picking up while the discounts last.

    The Best Fragrances at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

    Another 13 Eau De Parfum $214 Value

    Le Labo
    Another 13 Eau De Parfum (Was $214)
    $180
    $180 AT NORDSTROM

    Le Labo’s Another 13 is one of the best perfumes in the brand’s entire lineup. Aldehydic and extremely musky, this perfume is the perfect unisex scent for anyone who wants to smell like the epitome of the word "clean."

    Side Effect Fragrance Trio Set $433 Value

    INITIO Parfums Privés
    Side Effect Fragrance Trio Set (Was $340)
    $290
    $290 AT NORDSTROM

    This perfume will always have a special place in my heart because it’s one my husband wore often on our mini honeymoon. It's sweet, boozy, and a little bit spicy, thanks to a delicious combination of tobacco, vanilla, rum, and cinnamon. This set includes a full-sized and travel-sized version of the scent, as well as a mini bottle of Narcotic Delight.

    Original Musk Eau De Toilette Spray

    Kiehl's Since 1851
    Original Musk Eau De Toilette (Was $50)
    $33
    $33 AT NORDSTROM

    This is one of the most underrated perfumes of all time. An updated version of Kiehl’s original Musk, this version is slightly more citrus-forward, thanks to notes like bergamot nectar and orange blossom. Still, it carries that same skin-like dry down due to tonka bean, white patchouli, and you guessed it, musk.

    Orphéon Eau De Parfum & Cleansing Hand & Body Gel Set $160 Value

    Diptyque
    Orphéon Eau De Parfum & Cleansing Hand & Body Gel (Was $160)
    $115
    $115 AT NORDSTROM

    Orphéon is hands-down one of Diptyque's most popular scents, so, of course, the brand came out with a fragrance set for this sale. It includes a one-ounce bottle of the eau de parfum as well as a 6.8-ounce bottle of the hand and body wash.

    3-Piece Eau De Parfum Intense Miniature Set

    Christian Louboutin
    3-Piece Eau De Parfum Intense Miniature Set (Was $165)
    $111
    $110.60 AT NORDSTROM

    This luxe-looking set from Christian Louboutin includes three mini versions of the brand's heady perfumes.

    Dark Rum Eau De Parfum $200 Value

    MALIN+GOETZ
    Dark Rum Eau De Parfum (Was $200)
    $100
    $100 AT NORDSTROM

    Another sleeper hit has to be Dark Rum from Malin+Goetz. Bergamot, anise, rum, vanilla, and milk are only a few of the notes you find in this intoxicating combination that is perfect for year-round wear.

    5-Piece Cologne Intense Collection Discovery Set $160 Value

    Jo Malone London
    5-Piece Cologne Intense Collection Discovery Set (Was $160)
    $105
    $105 AT NORDSTROM

    While Jo Malone is one of the more popular brands on sale during this event, I rarely hear anyone discuss the brand’s cologne formulas. They are the options from the brand that have the highest concentration of fragrance oils in the formula. This set includes five miniature versions in popular scents, such as Myrrh and Tonka, as well as Scarlet Poppy, among others.

    4-Piece Fragrance Discovery Set $310 Value

    Kilian Paris
    4-Piece Fragrance Discovery Set (Was $310)
    $205
    $205 AT NORDSTROM

    As a house, Kilian rarely, if ever, makes a bad perfume, which is why I think this discovery set is a no-brainer pick up. It features some of my favorite scents from the brand, including Love, Don’t Be Shy, Good Girl Gone Bad, and Angel’s Share—scents that I rave about to friends and family regularly.

    Good Girl Blush Eau De Parfum Duo $268 Value

    Carolina Herrera
    Good Girl Blush Eau De Parfum Duo (Was $268)
    $170
    $170 AT NORDSTROM

    Carolina Herrera's iconic Good Girl fragrance is now available in this savvy little gift set. It includes one full-size and one travel-size version of the floral scent, perfectly housed in this heel-shaped bottle.

    1 Million Elixir Parfum Intense Gift Set $285 Value

    Rabanne
    1 Million Elixir Parfum Intense Gift Set (Was $285)
    $172
    $172 AT NORDSTROM

    I don’t believe that fragrance has a gender, and as such, I can readily admit that I love the One Million Elixir line from Paco Rabanne. The woody, aromatic scent features notes like apple, cedarwood, and vanilla absolute, allowing it to perfectly straddle the line between feminine and masculine.

    Santal 33 Eau De Parfum $214 Value

    Le Labo
    Santal 33 Eau De Parfum ($214 Value)
    $180
    SHOP NOW

    If you've wanted to try Le Labo's cult-favorite Santal 33 perfume but don't want to invest in a big bottle, consider this Nordstrom exclusive size.

    Mojave Ghost Trio $365 Value

    BYREDO
    Mojave Ghost Trio ($365 Value)
    $250
    SHOP NOW

    Fashion E-Commerce Editor Julia Marzovilla can attest to Mojave Ghost's unisex appeal: both she and her husband wear it. It's complete with notes of ambrette, violet, sandalwood, and cedarwood.

    Aerin Mediterranean Honeysuckle Eau De Parfum Spray

    Estée Lauder
    Aerin Mediterranean Honeysuckle Eau De Parfum Spray (Was $210)
    $157
    SHOP NOW

    Nothing screams summer like notes of honeysuckle. This perfume from Aerin combines its namesake scent with bright grapefruit and gardenia for a balanced, easy scent you can wear all season long.

    Sand Hair & Body Fragrance Mist

    Ellis Brooklyn
    Sand Hair & Body Fragrance Mist (Was $48)
    $38
    SHOP NOW

    This under-$50 body mist from Ellis Brooklyn proves why the formula is so trendy right now. Rich with notes of sandalwood, jasmine, and sweet coconut milk, it's basically summer in a bottle.

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