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As editors who live and breathe fragrance, it’s safe to say we have high standards when it comes to perfume-shopping—and for yours truly, Nordstrom comes out on top. Not only are there a massive variety of brands—from popular designers like YSL and Versace to niche houses like Initio Parfums and Parfums de Marly—but the department store offers some of the best perfume deals we’ve ever seen. Case in point: during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, all of the above are up to 41% off.
Running now through August 9, Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is the perfect time to try out a new fragrance, stock up on your signature scent, or score a gift for a loved one at a really good price. We’re talking up to $220 off fragrance sets, including Cosmo Holy Grail Award winners. Keep scrolling for all of our top picks on sale right now, vetted by beauty editors whose job is sussing out the best fragrances and the best deals for a living.
Jo Malone London Cologne Discovery 4-Piece Gift Set
“Jo Malone London’s light, fresh-smelling colognes are ideal for hot weather, and this mini discovery set has a good range of scent profiles to spritz through. You’ve got classics like Wood Sage & Sea Salt (one of my most-worn woody scents), as well as the new Raspberry Ripple that’s meant to smell like fruity ice cream.”—LAUREN GRUBER, SHOPPING EDITOR
- What’s included: Wood Sage & Sea Salt cologne (0.3 ounce), English Pear & Freesia cologne (0.3 ounce), Nectarine Blossom & Honey cologne (0.3 ounce), Raspberry Ripple cologne (0.3 ounce)
- Key notes: Sage, ambrette, woods (Wood Sage & Sea Salt); Pear, freesia, patchouli (English Pear & Freesia); Cassis, honey, peach (Nectarine Blossom & Honey); Raspberry, vanilla, white musk (Raspberry Ripple)
Why the deal's so good: Just one of these travel sprays will set you back $30, so this discovery set is a great way to try out multiple Jo Malone London scents for less than the price of one 30ml bottle.
$75.00
Byredo Mojave Ghost Fragrance Set
"If you’re looking to splurge on a signature scent and don’t know where to start, do yourself a favor and try spritzing yourself in this vibrant and long-lasting scent from Byredo. The fragrance is the perf combo of woody and floral—making it ideal for any occasion. Whether it’s date night or a day in the office, I promise this perfume will bring in alllll the compliments."—JASMINE HYMAN, ASSISTANT BEAUTY EDITOR
- What’s included: Mojave Ghost eau de parfum (1.7 ounce), Mojave Ghost perfume oil (0.25 ounce), Mojave Ghost hand lotion (1 ounce)
- Key notes: Ambrette, magnolia, sandalwood, cedar
- Scent family: Fresh, woody
Why the deal's so good: Normally, this 1.7-ounce eau de parfum and travel-sized perfume oil would run you a whopping $325, so you’re saving some decent coin on those items alone. And while I'm not always that into sets that include a fragranced lotion (usually, they're pretty mid in the moisture department), this hand cream is actually so great to keep in your bag and really does increase the longevity of the scent a bit.
$280.00
Phlur Vanilla Skin Forever Duo
“As someone who prefers her vanilla perfumes on the woodier, less cupcake-y side, this scent is basically catnip to me. Vanilla Skin smells like a grown-up version of Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar (IYKYK), thanks to an infusion of pink pepper, jasmine, and resinous woods. It’s easy to love, and totally blind-buy safe in my opinion.”—LG
- What’s included: Vanilla Skin eau de parfum (1.7 ounce), Vanilla Skin body mist (8 ounce)
- Key notes: Pink pepper, jasmine, benzoin, vanilla, sandalwood
- Scent family: Gourmand
Why the deal's so good: This set is already cheaper than a full bottle of Vanilla Skin alone (normally $99), and you get the viral body mist thrown in there for free. Score!
$92.00
Hermès Barénia Eau de Parfum Gift Set
“I can’t even put into words how warm and spicy and beautiful this smells. It’s a compliment magnet and it lasts all day on both my skin and clothes, so I don’t need to worry about reapplying it after a long work day. And for a luxury perfume, it’s pretty decently priced too.”—JH
- What’s included: Barénia eau de parfum (3.4 ounce), Barénia travel spray (0.5 ounce), Barénia body soap (0.88 ounce)
- Key notes: Miracle berry, butterfly lily, oak, patchouli
- Scent family: Warm spicy
Why the deal's so good: For less than the price of a full-size bottle of Barénia (normally $182), you’ll also get a travel spray and a scented soap. Oh, and did we mention this scent won a Holy Grail Beauty Award?
$135.00
Tory Burch
Sublime Eau de Parfum Set
"When I first sniffed this perfume I wrote it off as another citrusy-floral clean girl scent. But this clean girl has some bad*** undertones in the dry down. Don't let the bright mandarin and peach opening fool you: As this wears, a heady bunch of rose, osmanthus, and magnolia appears before a hit of captivating, raunchy leather and patchouli emerges a few hours later." —MARY HONKUS, CONTRIBUTING BEAUTY EDITOR
- What’s included: Sublime eau de parfum (1 ounce), Sublime travel spray (0.34 ounce)
- Key notes: Mandarin, rose, osmanthus, leather, patchouli
Why the deal's so good: Not only are you saving on the 1-ounce bottle of Sublime (which normally costs $85), but you’re getting a purse-sized spray totally free.
$75.00
Le Labo Discovery Eau de Parfum Fragrance Set
"I'm a huge fan of so many of the Le Labo scents—Thé Noir is my absolute favorite of all time, but Another 13 is a close second. But of course, with an expensive brand, it can be difficult to decide which scent to purchase, if it's actually for you, how you like the longevity, etc. A discovery set like this is fantastic to get a sense of which perfume you might want to grab a full-size of eventually."—BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR
- What’s included: Santal 33 eau de parfum (0.23 ounce), Another 13 eau de parfum (0.23 ounce), Rose 31 eau de parfum (0.23 ounce), Thé Noir 29 eau de parfum (0.23 ounce), Thé Matcha 26 eau de parfum (0.23 ounce)
- Key notes: Sandalwood, violet, cedar (Santal 33); Ambrox, musk, jasmine (Another 13); Rose, spices, woods (Rose 31); Black tea, fig, bergamot (Thé Noir 29); Matcha, vetiver, cedar (Thé Matcha 26)
Why the deal's so good: I did some math (you’re welcome), and all five of these mini bottles add up to 1.15 ounces of perfume. And when you consider the fact that a 1-ounce bottle from Le Labo is valued at $230, you’re saving some money and getting to add a bunch of cute mini bottles to your collection.
$210.00
Diptyque Eau Rose Eau de Parfum & Hair Mist Set
“Even if you don’t think you’re a rose perfume person, I can almost guarantee Eau Rose will change your mind. It’s fresh, green, and a little earthy, so it definitely beats the grandma allegations. I love how this set comes with an eau de parfum and hair mist version, so it’s ideal for layering.”—LG
- What’s included: Eau Rose Eau de Parfum (1 ounce), Eau Rose Hair Mist (1 ounce)
- Key notes: Damascena rose, Centifolia rose, lychee accord, ambroxan
- Scent family: Floral
Why the deal's so good: A 2.5-ounce bottle of Eau Rose costs $260, so this set is a great way to try out the scent in a smaller, more affordable format that you can’t buy anywhere else. Plus, Diptyque’s gift packaging truly can’t be beat.
$150.00
Parfums de Marly Signature Fragrance Duo Set
“There’s a reason why #PerfumeTok can’t stop raving about Delina by Parfums de Marly: it’s the most intoxicating, long-lasting, and sexy rose perfume money can buy. This set comes with the OG Delina as well as a smaller version of Delina Exclusif (my personal favorite for its richer, incense-spiked scent), and they’re both major compliment magnets.”—LG
- What’s included: Delina eau de parfum (2.5 ounce), Delina Exclusif eau de parfum (1 ounce)
- Key notes: Rose, lychee, rhubarb, peony, nutmeg, musk (Delina); Rose, pear, lychee, bergamot, oud, incense (Delina Exclusif)
Why the deal's so good: Parfums de Marly costs a pretty penny (and it’s worth it, in my opinion), so the chance to save a whopping $220 with this value set is nothing to scoff at.
$455.00
Burberry Goddess Eau de Parfum 3-Piece Gift Set
“Goddess is one of those rare perfumes that shouts and whispers at the same time. The vanilla announces me as I enter the room, but it doesn't completely engulf me. Instead, this perfume beautifully enhances my aura while still letting me fully shine.”—MH
- What’s included: Goddess eau de parfum (3.3 ounce), Goddess travel spray (0.3 ounce), Goddess body lotion (2.5 ounce)
- Key notes: Vanilla, lavender
- Scent family: Floral gourmand
Why the deal's so good: This set is already cheaper than a full-size bottle of Burberry Goddess ($181), and you’ll get a travel spray and scented lotion at no additional cost. All in all, it’s a steal.
$165.00
Valentino Donna Born in Roma Eau de Parfum 2-Piece Gift Set
"I'm kinda snobby about designer perfumes because I don't want to smell like everyone else in the room. But I don't even care when it comes to Valentino Donna Born in Roma. It smells so yummy and rich and chic—like I'm the hottest person in the room with the biggest wallet. That vibe. I love it so much."—BG
- What’s included: Donna Born in Roma eau de parfum (3.4 ounce), Donna Born in Roma travel spray (0.34 ounce)
- Key notes: Black currant, jasmine, vanilla
- Scent family: Fruity gourmand
Why the deal's so good: You already get 23 percent off the 3.4-ounce bottle with this deal (considering it normally costs $180). But you also get a travel size, essentially for free. Deals on deals, baby.
$138.00
Tom Ford Soleil Blanc & Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum Discovery Gift Set
“Aside from being completely adorable, these teeny versions of Tom Ford’s best-selling perfumes make for the most stunning summer layering combo. The floral coconut notes of Soleil Blanc adds just the right amount of warmth and sultriness to Neroli Portofino’s clean citrus scent. Trust me—wear these two together, and you’ll be transported to a five-star resort somewhere in the Maldives.”—LG
- What’s included: Soleil Blanc (0.14 ounce), Neroli Portofino (0.14 ounce)
- Key notes: Tuberose, ylang-ylang, amber, coconut (Soleil Blanc); Neroli, bergamot, mandarin, lavender (Neroli Portofino)
- Scent family: Solar floral; citrus
Why the deal's so good: After doing a little ~research~, I realized that these two mini bottles combined have almost exactly the same amount of perfume as a Tom Ford travel spray, which would run you a steep $75. Plus, just imagine how pretty they’ll look on your vanity…
$40.00
Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum Gift Set
“I’m a vocal floral perfume hater, but this scent changed me. It doesn’t smell like a garden, but rather has a sultry good-girl-gone-bad vibe to it that makes me feel irresistible when I wear it.”—MH
- What’s included: Libre eau de parfum (3 ounce), Libre travel spray (0.33 ounce), YSL cosmetics pouch
- Key notes: Lavender, orange blossom, musk accord
- Scent family: Floral
Why the deal's so good: A 3-ounce bottle of Libre (which is what comes in this kit) costs $180, so you're already getting a discount here, not even taking into account the included travel size and cosmetics bag. But also, I currently have this makeup bag packed in my carry-on for a trip right now. It's such good quality and looks so chic.
$153.00
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Eau de Parfum Duo
"I spray Good Girl every time I want a boost of confidence and to feel sexy. Not only does it smell simultaneously yummy and sophisticated, it lasts so long on my skin."—IMAN BALAGAM, CONTRIBUTING BEAUTY WRITER
- What’s included: Good Girl eau de parfum (2.7 ounce), Good Girl eau de parfum (1 ounce)
- Key notes: Tuberose, jasmine, tonka bean, coffee, amber
- Scent family: Gourmand
Why the deal's so good: One single 2.7-ounce bottle of Good Girl would run you $164, so a little ~girl math~ will tell you that this is a damn good deal. You basically get the extra 1-ounce size for free (which would typically run you $96, so… score).
$164.00
Initio Musk Therapy Fragrance Ritual Set
“If clean, musky, shampoo-like perfumes are your jam, then Initio’s Musk Therapy is an absolute must-try. It smells like wrapping yourself in a massive fluffy robe after taking an everything shower at a luxury hotel. Not to mention, it lasts for ages—impressive, given its fresh scent profile.”—LG
- What’s included: Musk Therapy eau de parfum (3 ounce), Musk Therapy travel spray (0.3 ounce), Power Self travel spray (0.3 ounce), Musk Therapy hair perfume (1.6 ounce)
- Key notes: Bergamot, white musk, black currant, magnolia, sandalwood
- Scent family: Fresh
Why the deal's so good: Sure, Initio isn’t exactly affordable—but considering that this value set costs the same as a full bottle of Musk Therapy alone, you’re getting an impressive bang for your buck. I also love that it comes with a travel spray of Power Self, which is our editors’ favorite long-lasting sexy perfume.
$430.00
Versace Bright Crystal 2-Piece Gift Set
"Versace Bright Crystal was the perfume I purchased the day before I started my job at Cosmo because it felt like a Big Girl Scent. Professional and classic, but soft and cutesy. Still to this day—three years later—I wear it whenever I want to feel like the most chic, put-together version of myself. Ya know, before the deadlines and real-life of ‘Cosmo beauty editor’ hit."—BG
- What’s included: Bright Crystal eau de parfum (3 ounce), Bright Crystal eau de parfum (1 ounce)
- Key notes: Yuzu lemon, peony, musk
- Scent family: Fresh floral
Why the deal's so good: For $2 more than what you'd spend to get the 3-ounce bottle, you get this adorable lil 1-ounce version too.
$130.00
Prada Paradoxe Eau de Parfum Set at Nordstrom
"Prada Paradoxe is the epitome of a sexy and juicy perfume. If you want to smell flirty, floral, and fruity, without your perfume being overly sweet, I could not recommend this scent more. It opens with notes of tangerine, pear, and jasmine, then it dries down with amber and musk to leave behind a warm and sexy scent. It's my favorite nighttime fragrance when I want to smell straight up irresistible."—JH
- What’s included: Paradoxe eau de parfum (1-ounce bottle), Paradoxe travel spray (0.33 ounce)
- Key notes: Neroli, amber, musk, tangerine, jasmine, pear
- Scent family: Floral
Why the deal's so good: The 1-ounce bottle already retails at $110, so there's an instant $12 savings there. But you also get a travel-size perfume that makes the price feel even more worth it.
$98.00
Why Trust ‘Cosmopolitan’?
Beth Gillette is the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan and has seven years of experience researching, writing, and editing stories that range from reviewing Glossier perfumes to Le Labo Santal 33 dupes. She regularly tests and analyzes perfumes while working with the industry’s top fragrance experts to assess new formulas, brands, and trends.
Lauren Gruber is a shopping editor at Cosmopolitan with an advanced background in all things fragrance. From ranking Diptyque’s top perfumes to reporting on K-perfume trends, she is constantly hands-on testing fragrances and consulting industry experts to recommend the very best scents.
