American stars are often a source of inspiration when it comes to style and beauty. This also applies to their signature perfumes, which they carefully choose from the creations of the biggest houses. So, what are the fragrances that captivate American celebrities?
From classic staples to the latest trends, here are the 10 favorite fragrances of American stars, and some insights into what these perfumes mean to them.
Marilyn Monroe swore by the legendary Chanel N°5
Marilyn Monroe’s favorite perfume is an absolute classic: the legendary Chanel N°5. The sultry actress reportedly claimed to wear “only a few drops of N°5” to sleep. This confession was later denied, but it was enough to forever link the icon to the fragrance.
Marilyn loved the timeless elegance of this floral aldehyde created in 1921. A sensual, sophisticated, and luminous skin scent, just like the actress.
Even if other perfumes have been attributed to her, like Floris Rose Geranium, Chanel N°5 remains inseparable from the Marilyn myth.
Jackie Kennedy was loyal to the opulent Joy by Jean Patou
Joy by Jean Patou, created in 1929, was Jackie Kennedy’s fetish perfume. This opulent floral based on rose and jasmine was the most expensive in the world at the time, rare and precious. An audacious choice for the First Lady, a symbol of discreet refinement.
Jackie loved wearing this heady perfume for grand occasions. She reportedly sprayed it just before becoming a widow in 1963, like a talisman. In his memoirs, her brother-in-law Ted Kennedy recounts that she was still wearing Joy on the day of her remarriage in 1968.
A perfume worthy of her legendary grace.
Madonna is devoted to the intense Fracas by Robert Piguet
Fracas by Robert Piguet has been Madonna’s signature perfume since the 80s. An intense and opulent tuberose, created in 1948, that the diva never tires of. Madonna loves its powerful and heady trail, which leaves no one indifferent, just like her.
With its notes of tuberose, jasmine, and musk, Fracas is an unapologetic diva perfume, a bit provocative.
A pure and hardcore white floral scent, reflecting the material girl’s image. Madonna reportedly even wears several layers of it, to leave an even more voluptuous trace of her passage.
Jennifer Aniston loves the romantic softness of Anaïs Anaïs by Cacharel
The eternal girl next door Jennifer Aniston wears the delicate and romantic Anaïs Anaïs by Cacharel.
A powdery white floral and musk, created in 1978, that evokes the softness of a country garden. Jennifer loves its fresh and innocent side, like an ode to natural femininity. The actress discovered this perfume thanks to her mother, who wore it when she was a child.
Anaïs Anaïs is like a Proustian madeleine for Jennifer, who has been wearing it since her teenage years. A tender and sincere perfume, reflecting the image of the girl everyone would love to have as a best friend.
Meghan Markle fell for the elegant Wild Bluebell by Jo Malone
Before her royal wedding, Meghan Markle swore by the Wild Bluebell fragrance from Jo Malone. A fresh and delicate floral perfume launched in 2011, which smells of wild lily of the valley, verbena, and heather. Meghan confided that she adored this perfume, which reminded her of her mother, a big fan of the brand.
She also liked to slip Wild Bluebell candles into her suitcases when traveling, to feel at home. A rare and graceful perfume that perfectly reflects the duchess’s sunny personality. Since her marriage, Meghan now wears a personalized perfume, but Wild Bluebell remains her favorite.
Rihanna succumbs to the naughty charm of Love, Don’t Be Shy by Kilian
Bad girl Rihanna falls for the addictive perfumes of the niche house Kilian, particularly Love, Don’t Be Shy. A gourmand and sexy perfume launched in 2007, which smells of marshmallow rose sprinkled with sugar.
Rihanna loves its sweet and naughty side, like an aphrodisiac dessert. She wears it both day and night, in a light version during the day and more intense at night. With its facets of sweet flower and carnal musk, Love Don’t Be Shy is the perfect mischievous and sultry perfume for Rihanna.
Hailey Bieber can’t get enough of the iconic Santal 33 by Le Labo
Hailey Bieber’s fetish perfume is Santal 33 by the niche brand Le Labo.
A woody sandalwood with notes of leather and iris, created in 2011, that evokes the America of wide-open spaces. Hailey loves its enveloping and addictive trail, which is unlike any other. Wife of Justin Bieber, she introduced Santal 33 to her husband who also wears it. A unisex and cool perfume, ideal for a trendy young couple like the Biebers. Hailey never tires of this perfume that has become iconic, which she sees as “the perfect jeans that go with everything”.
Margot Robbie is seduced by the delicate Fleur de Peau by Diptyque
The elegant Margot Robbie wears the delicate and sensual Fleur de Peau by Diptyque. A musky and ambery fragrance created in 2018, which is meant to be an ode to bare skin. Margot loves its subtly sexy and comfortable side, which enhances the skin without overdoing it. The actress discovered this perfume by chance and hasn’t left it since, seduced by its soft and velvety trail.
Fleur de Peau is for her like “a scented second skin”, an invisible veil that enhances her without disguising her. A chic and natural perfume, in harmony with her style.
Zendaya can’t part with the vibrant Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
The rising young star Zendaya is addicted to Black Opium perfume by Yves Saint Laurent. A gourmand and rock oriental, launched in 2014, which blends coffee, orange blossom, and vanilla. Zendaya loves its vibrant and addictive energy, both sweet and spicy.
She has been wearing it since her teenage years and never tires of it, loving to “wake up with this perfume on her skin”. With its bottle adorned with golden studs like a rock clutch, Black Opium fits well with Zendaya’s edgy and glamorous style. A perfume with character, just like her.
Billie Eilish dares the nonconformist Another 13 by Le Labo
Billie Eilish also adores a Le Labo perfume: Another 13. A 100% synthetic perfume launched in 2010, blending ambroxan, iso e super, and hedione. A genderless juice with animal and woody notes, for those who like to go off the beaten track.
Billie has adopted this olfactory UFO as her signature perfume. She loves its raw and magnetic trail, almost extraterrestrial. Another 13 doesn’t seek to please but to provoke an emotion, like Billie’s avant-garde music. A free and nonconformist perfume that resembles her.