Why wait for cooler weather?

Change is in the air: Get a whiff of fall with these 7 sweet-smelling newfragrances

Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester is the gorgeous face of Vera Wang's new fallfragrance, "Lovestruck."
Gwen Stefani's "Super G" perfume
Hello Kitty's graffiti "Rollergirl"
Marc Jacobs, "Oh, Lola!"
From Kat Von D, "Poetica"

When it comes to fall fashion, Houston's hundred degree temperatures force us Lone Star gals to think outside the box. No donning cashmere or suede just yet!

Accessories are the way to go until our state's steamy temps take a dip. Remember, dear divas, that perfume is a powerful, yet invisible accessory that we can wear now for an autumnal change.

Fortunately for all, fabulous fragrance launches abound. Check out some of our favorite sweet-smelling candidates below, and pick your potion according to your individuality. Spritz on one of these newly minted mixtures, and set your glamorous aura apart from the fashion pack.

Romantic & spontaneous? Rock your Romeo with Lovestruck by Vera Wang

Iconic wedding gown designer Vera Wang knows a thing or two about romance. So who better to concoct a sparkling floral potion that embodies Cupid's arrow and falling madly in love? Lovestruck's ad campaign features Gossip Girl's gorgeous Leighton Meester as the face of this flirtatious fragrance highlighting a modern day love story in downtown New York City.

Notes: Captivating pink guava, mandarin, tuberose, lotus blossom, precious woods and white musk

Lovestruck by Vera Wang, $45-$78 at Macy's and Dillard's

Bright, Youthful & Energetic (Maybe a little fruity?) Harajuku Lovers Super G to the rescue!

Rockin' fashion star Gwen Stefani adds another insanely darling installment to her Harajuku Lovers fragrance collection. Why not channel your inner super heroine with Super G? No Doubt, this scent's a perfect potion for a quick pick me up.

Notes: A fruit bowl full of yummy pineapple, pear, cranberry, banana, coconut, peach and raspberry essences balanced by touches of yellow freesia, musk, cedar and vanilla

Harjuku Lovers Super G, $45 at Sephora and Zappos.com

Sassy and sweet? That's how she rolls! Hello Kitty Graffiti Rollergirl

This limited edition graffiti theme highlights Hello Kitty's cool street style. Each feline roller ball boasts one of a kind artwork containing Hello Kitty's signature scent. Delicious!

Notes: An energetic fruity floral highlighted by touches of warm vanilla and musk

Hello Kitty Graffiti Rollergirl, $18, exclusively at Sephora

Modern Sophisticate? Chloé Shirley Solid Perfume Necklace is portably glamorous.

Any fashionista worth her salt covets anything Chloé, so a multi-tasking accessory from this fashionable French house equals total genius. Take your chic quotient to the next level with this double-duty necklace featuring a delicately engraved locket filled with Chloé's signature solid perfume. At only $60, think Santa & stash this Chloé way for for your BFF, Best Fashionista Friend.

Notes: Catch a whiff of this subtle ensemble of rose, peony, Lilly of the Valley, magnolia, amber & cedar

Chloé's Shirley Solid Perfume Necklace, $60, Available Sept. 21 at select retailers. Check out Chloé.com for details.

Flirtatious, Vibrant and Charming? Be luscious with Oh, Lola! by Marc Jacobs

Voilà the re-energized twist on Marc Jacobs classic Lola fragrance. The sparkling and fruity scent personifies Lola's flirtatious free spirit. The reviews have fans clamoring for Jacob's latest creation, as always. Plus, how gorgeous would this girly vibrant bottle be on your dresser?

Notes: An alluring assortment of raspberry, vanilla, peony, and cyclamen

Marc Jacobs' Oh, Lola! $45-$88 at Nordstrom and Macy's

Daring & Sexy? Go Exotic with Kat Von D Poetica

Reality TV star and tattoo artist Kat Von D utilizes her writing style as a uniquely creative outlet. Ms. Von D composed her latest scent to represent poetry's power and presence in her artistic genre. Spotlight your bohemian side with this sensually romantic fragrance.

Notes: A delectable bouquet of Rose petals, passion fruit, berries, white orchid, tuberose, Tahitian cherry, jasmine, praline, blond woods and amber

Poetica by Kat Von D, $18-$55, exclusively at Sephora

Mysteriously confident and strong? forbidden euphoria by Calvin Klein

Forbidden euphoria is a younger version of Calvin Klein's popular Euphoria essence. This recently released fragrance has already created quite a stir, as it elicits a lasting, if not addictive, impression of sexy, sophisticated confidence.

Notes: A hypnotic mixture containing a fruity "floriental" highlighted by Tiger orchid, jasmine, patchouli and cashmere woods

Calvin Klein forbidden euphoria, $45-$80, at Dillard's and Macy's

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Neiman's news

Neiman Marcus' parent company emerges from bankruptcy with new name

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The downtown Dallas flagship Neiman Marcus is still slated to close September 30.

NEW YORK (AP) — Saks Global, the parent company of Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Bergdorf Goodman, officially emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with fewer stores, less debt, a more focused strategy to pamper the affluent — and a new name.

The company said Friday, June 26 that the new entity will be called Exemplar Luxury Group, and with an improved balance sheet, including a nearly 75% debt reduction and $500 million in extra financing. Its CEO, Geoffroy van Raemdonck, said the New York-based company is ready for its next chapter after navigating several tumultuous years.

“Today is really a brand new day for the organization and a new day where these three iconic banners have the right funding, the right equity and a bright future ahead of them,” van Raemdonck told The Associated Press.

Van Raemdonck said that the new name signifies the company's focus on having an exemplary shopping experience — the best merchandise, and better personalized service with customers, with help from its sales associates and the treasure trove of data it has on its customers. The company employs more than 1,500 sales associates who have sold more than $1 million of goods each, he said.

Saks Global had filed for bankruptcy protection in January of this year, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, in July 2024.

Before the bankruptcy, there were 33 Saks stores and 36 Neiman Marcus locations, according to the company, as well as its Bergdorf Goodman store on Fifth Avenue and roughly 70 Saks Off 5th discount stores.

Now, there are a total of 49 stores — 15 Saks Fifth Avenue stores, 33 Neiman Marcus stores and its Bergdorf Goodman store. The company shuttered most of its Saks Off Fifth discount stores, and it now has 12 outlets, the company said.

In early June, Saks Global announced that the iconic downtown Dallas location of Neiman Marcus, at 1618 Main St., will close for good. The company said it plans to close the store on September 30, 2026 and focus on its NorthPark Center location in Dallas. The company's only Houston location is at the Galleria.

Exemplar Luxury Group said it has been teaming up with Pentwater Capital Management and Bracebridge Capital throughout its restructuring process. Both firms will have two representatives on the seven-person board. In addition, van Raemdonck as well as former Ulta Beauty CEO Dave Kimbell and Philippe Schaus, who most recently served as Global CEO of Moët Hennessy, will serve on the board, the company said.

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The story contains material from previously published CultureMap stories.

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