Hello, stargazers. August has officially arrived, and the stars have plenty to say. Some signs are falling in love, others are chasing big ideas, and a few are about to have the universe rewrite their plans. Find out what your sign should expect this month and which scent belongs in your orbit.
Aries: Juliette Has A Gun – Pear Inc.
Knock down that DIY wall—and your self-doubt with it—while drenching yourself in the crisp, juicy green pear and warm ambroxan vibes of Juliette Has A Gun Pear Inc.
Taurus: Bon Parfumeur – 103 Tiare Flower Hibiscus Jasmine
Love lives right next door, so spray on Bon Parfumeur 103 Tiare Flower Hibiscus Jasmine, wander on over, and let those lush tropical florals and warm sun-baked sand notes do all the talking.
Gemini: By/Rosie Jane – Matilda
Take the scenic route to your next big career move, letting a dreamy breeze of passionfruit, sweet meringue, and creamy sandalwood from By/Rosie Jane Matilda set the mood.
Cancer: Drift – Vanilla Shores
Before anyone asks you to host, book that long-distance escape, pack your bags, and wrap yourself in the cozy, sun-kissed vanilla cream and airy amber of Drift Vanilla Shores.
Leo: Confessions Of A Rebel – Shore Thing
Mercury has entered your sign, which means marching straight into the hair salon draped in the effortless, golden-hour warmth of bergamot and pineapple in Shore Thing by Confessions of a Rebel.
Virgo: Floral Street – Sunflower Pop
Protect your peace like it’s the absolute last slice of pizza, ideally while soaked in the cheerful, sun-drenched brightness of Italian bergamot and sweet Bellini accord in Floral Street Sunflower Pop.
Libra: Acqua di Parma – Yuzu
Bad habits are so last season; drop them like they’re hot and start fresh with a sharp, sparkling burst of Japanese yuzu, spicy pepper, and smooth sandalwood from Acqua di Parma Yuzu.
Scorpio: Tocca – Stella
Leave your comfort zone behind, pack your passport, and let the fiery splash of zesty blood orange and sweet lily in Tocca Stella guide your journey.
Sagittarius: Bohoboco – Jasmine White Leather
Your dream job can definitely wait until after the beach, especially while you’re lounging seaside wrapped in the edgy, sunburnt blend of white leather, lemon, and rich jasmine in Bohoboco Jasmine White Leather.
Capricorn: MALIN+GOETZ – Bergamot
Money talks, and this month it’s telling you to relax—so sit back, uncork something nice, and mist on the crisp, grounding splash of bergamot, bell pepper, and warm amberwood from MALIN+GOETZ Bergamot.
Aquarius: Fragrance Du Bois – Tropiques
With the cosmos aligning for your love life and your bank account, you might as well smell like total paradise with the lush tropical fruits and sunlit island warmth of Fragrance du Bois Tropiques.
Pisces: Quiksilver – Beachpoint
Your August agenda: Kiss more, people-please less, and stay completely drenched in the cool mandarin and sun-bleached sandalwood notes of Quiksilver Beachpoint.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Scentbird scent horoscope?
A scent horoscope pairs each zodiac sign with a fragrance chosen to match that sign’s mood for the month. Scentbird publishes a new one monthly, matching astrology-inspired themes like love, travel, or ambition to a scent profile, so it’s a fun styling guide rather than a scientific prediction.
How does Scentbird choose which fragrance goes with each zodiac sign?
Each pick is matched by mood, not birth chart. The team pairs common traits associated with a sign, such as Aries’ boldness or Pisces’ dreaminess, with a fragrance’s notes and character. It’s meant as a fun styling suggestion, not an astrological formula.
Can I wear a different sign’s scent instead of my own?
Yes. These pairings are meant as inspiration, not rules, so wearing another sign’s pick works fine. Choose whichever scent description matches your mood or the season, since fragrance preference comes down to personal taste rather than zodiac sign.
Where can I try the fragrances from the August horoscope?
Most of the scents featured are available through Scentbird’s fragrance subscription, which offers a 30-day supply for $17.95 a month after a discounted first month. Members choose from over 1,000 fragrances, get free U.S. shipping, and can skip or cancel anytime.
