Claudia Winkleman revealed there’s only one fragrance she wears, describing the scent as ‘classic and musky’, and right now shoppers can pick up a bottle for £33 less
Ever wondered what Claudia’s signature scent is? Beyond her iconic fringe, Claudia’s known for her hosting roles on Strictly Come Dancing and BBC One’s The Traitors, which kicked off its latest season last night (October 8).
Talking to Grazia in April of this year, the 52-year-old TV personality revealed that she “doesn’t want to smell girly” and she “doesn’t want to smell like I’ve just walked across a meadow”, and instead opts for a “dirty and musky” fragrance that “smells like pure filth” according to Claudia. And right now, it’s on sale.
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Talking of her go-to fragrance, Claudia said in the interview: “I only wear Yves Saint Laurent Opium EDP. I always opt for the classic, old, brown bottle – it smells of pure filth. It’s the best smell – it’s musky and it’s dirty. I don’t want to smell girly, I don’t want to smell like I’ve just walked across a meadow. I don’t want any of that. I want to smell like sex!”
Claudia’s signature scent is currently on sale at Lookfantastic for a mega £32.50 off, saving shoppers 25%. Elsewhere, Boots is offering the same scent for £21.50 less than its normal price, and Debenhams has slashed the price by a massive £52.
Touted as a must-have perfume that captures attention with sparkling top notes and bewitches the senses with a sensually spicy finish, the Yves Saint Laurent Opium Eau de Parfum is the original, intoxicating perfume for the femme fatale.
Boasting sparkling top notes of Mandarin and Lily of the Valley, this fragrance captures the attention before opening onto a bouquet of Jasmine and Carnation to intoxicate the senses. Deeper accords of Vanilla, Amber and Patchouli linger on the skin for a sensually spicy finish that Claudia can’t stop raving about. Additionally, the scent is presented in the iconic YSL square bottle with a gold ring detail.
And it isn’t just the TV personality who adores this scent, as 5 stars come pouring in on Lookfantastic’s website. One thrilled customer raves: “This is and will always be my go-to perfume, the smell just makes you feel warm.. I have bought this perfume for well over 20 + years.”
More adoration comes from this buyer who beams: “One of my old-time favourite fragrances from YSL It lasts all day on you. I highly recommend it to whoever may be interested.”
A third chimes in: “I have adored this fragrance since the 80’s. I know it has changed slightly, but it is still my all-time favourite. It lasts forever on the skin and still has that sensual, exotic smell. The price from Look Fantastic is amazing.”
This customer writes: “I am in love with this scent. It’s kind of strong and long-lasting. I dont think everyone will like it immediately; it took me some time to fall in love! Very luxurious feel. Will defo recommend.”
This shopper gushes: “I was searching for a signature scent, and after trying so many orientals or sweet fragrances, this satisfies all my cravings for smoke, resins, spicy and sweet also very sexy, my boyfriend loves this stuff on me and can’t help plunge his nose everywhere haha.”
And another sings its praises, writing: “This is a timeless classic! Smells feminine, warm and sexy, but not over the top. I always receive compliments when I wear this fragrance. You must give it a try!”
If you’re looking for a fragrance with similar musky notes without the designer price tag, this Estée Lauder Youth Dew Eau de Parfum could be just the ticket for the more affordable price of £60, or Calvin Klein’s Obsession for Women Eau de Parfum is even more budget-friendly at £39.99.