Valentine's Day is only special if you make it so. You can easily downplay its importance and pass it off as just another day, or you can get hyped and make an event out of it if that's what you want. If you're choosing the latter option, however, sometimes you need to up your game in subtle ways to keep up with the excitement.
You can try something new with your makeup, of course, or you can opt for a fancy new little black dress, but if you're truly looking for an indulgence that you can use over and over to make any date night special in the future, it's smartest to go with a sizzling new scent. Amp up your olfactory signature and watch it change the whole mood of the evening: here are some powerful new fragrances that can help get you there.
If you’re in the mood for something lighter but still feisty, give MIU MIU L’eau Bleue ($105) a go. The opening notes of lily of the valley and wild rose are gentle and not too heavy, but the base of akigalawood eventually unlocks into a peppery, woodsy note that is a winner for anyone who prefers the steadiness of spice over the overbearing richness of smoke or musk. L’eau Bleue pairs well with outdoorsy types or fuss-free femmes who would rather keep their Valentine’s Day low-maintenance.
