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Diesel’s Only Desire Perfume Review: A Cozy Fall Scent for the Busy College Girl

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Isabella Swanson Student Contributor, University of California - Santa Barbara
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UCSB chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

IIt’s a warm, cozy night in your college house. The hardwoods reek of maple leaves and fresh chai. Worn-in Uggs line the entryway as the soulful sounds of greetings fill the air. Mid-hug with that one friend that has been there since freshman year, you’re immersed in a bold vanilla scent.  

There is something about vanilla perfume that feels comforting and familiar, and Only Desire by Diesel is exactly that. The top notes of bergamot and pear accord create a sweet, fruity scent that feels youthful. The top notes keep it light and airy, making it versatile and easy for everyday wear. The middle notes add depth with Vanilla orchid and cumin. Cumin is a key player in the familiar fall smell, adding a slight spice. Finally, with Bourbon Vanilla and amber Xtreme as base notes. Bourbon vanilla and amber Xtreme define the scent and give it a recognizable presence. 

As the days get shorter and fall leaves scatter across the campus walkway, Only Desire is the scent you’ll want by your side.

For college students, finding an everyday perfume means finding one that fits in a packed schedule. 

I got the chance to wear Only Desire myself and can wholeheartedly recommend it to any college girl. As a busy student, I bounce around from the library to lunch to class and club meetings all day. I need a reliable fragrance that stays fresh and hides my midterm-stress sweat. Only Desire shocked me in the best way because when I got home at the end of the day, I could still smell it. Fragrance can create an identity and is a part of every morning routine. Only Desire doesn’t overpower the senses or dominate one’s personal brand. It’s adaptable and pairs nicely with a number of lighter body mists. 

Diesel’s message behind Only Desire resonates with many college women.

Only Desire inspires women to feel confident about chasing their dreams and desires. It celebrates feminine empowerment and redefines what a woman working for their goals looks like. Working hard is in style, and Only Desire is the cherry on top.

As a college student working toward my bachelor’s degree and law school, I feel seen by their campaign. I enjoy feeling clean, girly, and put together. With Only Desire, I know I have a scent I can put on in the mornings that helps me feel like myself while achieving my dreams.

College is a time when so much changes and our identities evolve. Personal style, friendships, and ambitions are still being built. Small parts of our routine can make the day. The scent we choose is associated with first dates, getting ready with friends, and favorite classes. To me, finding the special fragrance elevates my day and makes me feel ready to take on anything. It’s another part of my self-expression, and something I can choose that is guaranteed to make me smile. 

If feeling like your best self starts with something small, Only Desire might be the perfect addition to the desktop. It’s a quiet second that prepares you to take on the day and all its ambitions.

A perfect fall scent this season for the college girl trying to conquer it all.

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