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The 9 Best Le Labo Perfumes For Every Vibe, Tried And Tested
If you're looking to invest in one of the best perfumes on the market, there's no better place to start than by trying one of the best Le Labo fragrances. They've created some of the most iconic scents on the market, including Santal 33 and Thé Noir 29, yet still somehow manage to retain their sense of authenticity, offering a bespoke experience to customers.
'Le Labo stands out as a brand for a few reasons–their story, the unique-to-you customisable packaging, and their simple approach to creating fresh, finely blended fragrances,' says Autumne West, Nordstrom's National Beauty Director. All their perfumes list the number of ingredients in the name–Santal 33, for example, has 33 ingredients–and that combination of ingredients helps create their unique blends.
Whether you prefer sweet vanilla perfumes or warm sandalwood scents, Le Labo's collection has it all. We tried, tested, and lusted over the entire Le Labo assortment of fragrances to find our very favourite ones. Here, shop the nine best Le Labo we can't get enough of.
If you love sipping your morning matcha latte, why not opt to have it in spray form, too? This calming perfume contains sweet fig, contrasted with smooth bergamot and deep vetiver.
If you know that bergamot is one of your go-to scent notes, it makes sense to opt for this fragrance. It's rich and citrusy, with hints of musk and cedar to keep it grounded.
For a light, sensual fragrance, opt for Tonka 25. It's a spicier perfume that still manages to feel fresh and light. If it's date night, a spritz of this will seal the deal.
'Thé Noir 29 is fresh, but with notes of musk and tea to give it depth,' says West. With contrasting notes like bergamot and tobacco, it manages to keep the balance between masculine and feminine.
Floral fragrances are classic, and this scent is packed with a wide variety, giving the sense that you are an entire bouquet. 'I am a firm believer that there is a floral fragrance for everyone. Lys 41 is mine because it feels feminine but is not overly sweet,' says West.
While the scent notes in Another 13 may sound familiar, the end result is something very unique. It's a subtle, clean scent with hints of spice and woods. 'Another 13 is spicy, but still extremely light with a bit of sweetness,' says West. Plus, it smells slightly different on everyone's skin.
Whether you're a perfume aficionado or a newcomer to the scent world, odds are you've heard of Santal 33. It's a sensual, creamy perfume with just the right hints of florals and woods to keep it balanced.
Le Labo's newest addition to their perfume collection is this springtime must-have. With head notes of lavender, mellowed by musk and tonka, the end result is an impeccably fresh scent.
While the idea of a rose perfume might sound outdated or excessively feminine, Le Labo managed to create one that's juxtaposed with woods and spice, completely changing the narrative.
Autumne West is the National Beauty Director at Nordstrom.
While there are so many beloved perfume brands today, Le Labo stands out as a go-to not just for fragrance lovers, but for the everyday consumer.
'Even with its growing popularity, Le Labo still feels niche and unique. It is a brand founded in the US and has a limited distribution, which I believe adds to the appeal of discovery,' says West.
That, combined with their unique collection of scents, can begin to explain why the brand has retained its iconic fixture in the scent scene. 'Le Labo stands out as a brand for a few reasons–their story, the unique-to-you customisable packaging, and their simple approach to creating fresh, finely blended fragrances,' West adds.
If you haven't had the chance to try a Le Labo scent for yourself and are having trouble with the decision, in-store shopping allows you to test them all out.
'It is important to keep an open mind when approaching any brand, but specifically with Le Labo. It is a journey to discover what notes you like and work for you with an expert behind the counter guiding you through different scents to inspire you. I always recommend trying fragrance with a sample first to see if you like the wear and notes as they interact with your natural body scent,' says West.
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For this piece, Tatjana Freund tested a few top-rated Le Labo perfumes and pored over reviews for dozens of others, evaluating each on their features and customer feedback.
Tatjana Freund is Hearst's Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor, covering beauty, fashion and more across multiple brands. Previously, she worked at and Marie Claire. She's a fan of whiskey neat, podcasts that give her nightmares, and one time Zoë Kravitz laughed at a joke she made.
