Smell Like A Star – 8 Fragrances Bollywood Celebrities Swear By
Fragrances say a lot about the personality of the individual. It is an insight into what they like, what they’re attracted to, and how they want themselves to be perceived—after all, how you smell does make a lasting impression. We know fragrances can be an investment, therefore vetting them beforehand is always a good idea. And who better to start with, than your favourite celebs? And since they are trendsetters, when it comes to fragrances especially, you can be rest assured that you are making the right choice. Emulate your favourite celebrity and smell like a star—here are 9 go-to fragrances that have been given the green flag by your favourite celebrities.
Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Parineeti Chopra & Athiya Shetty – For Her by Narciso Rodriguez
Let’s start with the popular go-to for many celebrities, For Her by Narciso Rodriguez seems to be a top favourite for the stars—and rightfully so. A floral fragrance with a strong woody and musky sillage, For Her stands as an icon. Synonymous with the 2000s, the perfume still holds its ability to entice and even 20 years later, it manages to sell one bottle every 15 seconds across the globe. Both EDP (loved by Athiya Shetty) and EDT (loved by Parineeti Chopra), have a similar vibe tied in with the label’s signature heart of musc.
Ranveer Singh – Atkinsons Oud Save The Queen
Royalty personified is the only way to describe Ranveer Singh’s go-to fragrance. Oud Save The Queen is a beautiful take on a classic English scent with an oriental touch. A tribute to the love affair between the Crown Prince of Egypt and starlet Mabel Normand, the scent is all about that forbidden love and heated passion between the two. An amalgamation of earl grey and bergamot, paired with guaiac wood and oud accord, the oriental perfume is one that brings the two worlds of the lovers together through a potent fragrance that will be etched in your memory.
Shahrukh Khan – Dunhill Icon Eau De Parfum
The king Khan has spoken and Dunhill Icon EDP seems to be his choice of scent. Made for the classy and refined man, like himself, Icon is definitely one for the books. The woody aromatic perfume has a sophisticated story to tell, one that draws its inspiration from travels. It’s audacious and stylish, and brings together fresh notes of neroli and bergamot paired with spicy black pepper, cardamom. Lavender and sage, combined with vetiver, oakmoss, leather, iris, and oud, give the scent its deep and intense sillage. SRK loves layering his other fragrances with Dunhill’s Icon.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas – Trussardi Donna Eau De Parfum
Celebrating the modern femininity of a woman, Trussardi’s Donna is a true testament to Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ legacy. The sophisticated floral fragrance finds itself embracing fresh and energetic notes like cedrat, orange blossom, and yuzu, that blend into beautiful florals of jasmine tea and nymphea. The sensuality of the fragrance comes through, with its notes of patchouli, sandalwood, and vanilla.
Aditi Rao Hydari – Gucci Bloom
The quintessential bouquet of flowers for the quintessentially beautiful actor, Gucci Bloom is the ultimate go-to for those who love their florals. This romantic scent hosts an embracing blend of natural tuberose, jasmine, and rangoon creeper—rich, elegant, and sophisticated in every note. The name ‘Bloom’ comes from this idea to evolve and create memories that will last a lifetime. It’s truly a dreamy fragrance.
Anushka Sharma – Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue
A fragrance that embodies Sharma’s energetic personality, Dolce & Gabanna’s Light Blue is vibrance packed in a bottle. The fruity fragrance is inspired by the Mediterranean lifestyle and takes you on a journey to Italy during the summers. The combination of cedar, green apple, bluebell, paired with bamboo, jasmine, and rose, bring a bright and soft start to the scent. All of the notes eventually get laced in a more intense citron wood, amber, and musk, that gives it a colourful sillage that lasts the evening away.
Karisma Kapoor – Ralph Lauren Romance
It’s only befitting that the 90s queen of romance wears a fragrance that is the epitome of romance. Ralph Lauren Romance is a floral scent with hints of warm and spicy notes that evoke romance, love, and affection. An interesting mix of mandarin essence, pink peppercorn, and violet leaves absolute, paired with floral notes of rose damascena essence, jasmine absolute, marigold essence, and geranium essence, play on the softness and femininity often associated with romance. The woodiness of oakmoss and earthiness of musk brings a sensual touch of passion to the fragrance.
Koffee With Karan Hamper – Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau De Parfum
While it may not be a specific celebrity’s choice, we can’t help but include this favourite to the list. A part of the famous Koffee With Karan hamper, Yves Saint Laurent’s Libre is a fragrance that favours the bold. Luxurious and sexy, the floral scent opens up to its top notes of black currant, lavender, and mandarin—intense and instantly refreshing. At the heart of the scent, you’ll find jasmine, lavender, and orange blossom, all of which bring a floral accord to the scent. Finally, base notes of ambergris, cedarwood, and musk give the fragrance its bold and rich sillage that lasts all through the wear.
