17 best winter perfumes to get spritzing this season
Scent doesn’t have to be seasonal. But if you’re anything like us, you’ll welcome the excuse to buy yourself a new winter perfume. After all, this time of year calls for cosy, warm and inviting fragrances that, in summer, can often come off as sickly.
Don’t just take our word for it – there’s science behind switching up your scent, too. In summer, hot weather can actually intensify the fragrance notes, which is why many of us reach for lighter, breezier concoctions. In winter, perfume doesn’t project as well so it makes sense to opt for a more intense number.
Of course, it all really comes down to personal preference. While some of us are drawn to loud, heady scents like Le Labo's Santa 33, others prefer something soft and smooth that’ll linger in the background (see Escentric Molecules M+ Black Tea). Whichever your preference is, know that you can find your new winter perfume from our cherry-picked selection below.
How to make your winter perfume last
While your fragrance may not project as well in winter, it will stick around for longer (a combination of heat, humidity and sweat means that summer scents evaporate quickly). To make your chosen scent last even longer this winter, “layer your perfume on top of a scented body cream,” suggests Jo Malone, British perfumer and founder of Jo Loves. “Also, never rub your skin together when putting on a fragrance – let it dry freely as it can sometimes break down the fragrance molecules and dull the scent.”
Comforting, cosy and ever-so-moreish, these fragrant finds will carry you through winter and beyond…
A gourmand fragrance that’s oh-so-moreish, Rêve is one of the two highly anticipated new scents from Glossier. While it’s undoubtedly sweet (thanks to sugary buttercream, plum butter and toasted almond), it’s also ultra sultry with a warm and musky base. Think of this as the You’s rebellious little sister.
Combining the cult favourite Molecule 01 with Black Tea, this new concoction from Escentric Molecules is subtle yet intriguing. The addition of black tea gives the otherwise fresh fragrance an earthy bitterness that blends with yours skin’s chemistry for a unique scent that lasts and lasts.
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If you’re into rose perfumes, turn your nose to Chloé’s L’Eau de Parfum Intense. Sensual and feminine with lots of depth, this addictive concoction combines delicate rose with ambery woods for a warm and cosy dry down that lingers long after spritzing.
Copenhagen-based luxury fragrance house Flora Danica is home to four beautiful blends that all draw inspiration from the diverse nature in Denmark. Our favourite for winter? It has to be 1761. A fresh and woody number, this fragrance pairs punchy black pepper with zesty lemon and earthy oak.
Easily swayed by pretty packaging, this bottle won us over on looks alone. The yellow lacquered glass adorned with pink flowers is a wonder to behold. Looks aside, it also smells incredible – fresh yet rich with its unique blend of creamy vanilla and ozonic notes.
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Close your eyes and let this mood-boosting fragrance from Discotheque transport your senses to sunnier climes. Designed to capture the essence of an eternal sunrise in Ibiza, this vibrant scent is light and bright with its combo of grapefruit, saffron and vetiver.
If it’s a unique fragrance that you’re after, look elsewhere. But for a tried-and-tested scent that smells great on everyone, give Le Labo’s Santal 33 a whirl. A best-seller for good reason, this woodsy, sensual scent is seriously moreish – and it works well all year round.
When it comes to wintery scents, in Jo Malone we trust. And this year’s offering is probably the brands best yet. Inspired by our favourite festive biscuit (gingerbread, of course), this intoxicating blend pairs warm spices (think ginger, nutmeg and cinnamon) with sweet caramel and roasted hazelnuts. D.i.v.i.n.e.
At £29, this winter perfume is an absolute steal. It smells far more expensive than it is, which is thanks to its perfectly balanced blend of florals, woods, leather and vanilla. We can imagine spritzing this onto a cashmere jumper with a glass of Merlot in hand.
Adore woody fragrances? Turn your nose to this earthy aroma from Phlur. Perfect for cosy pub nights, gathered around the log burner, this warm scent combines cedarwood with creamy vanilla and a splash of spice. We’re obsessed.
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Segue into the party season with a standout scent like this vibrant number from Jo Loves. Fresh and warm in equal measure, this sophisticated blend combines zesty bergamot and mandarin with smooth amber and cedarwood. The bottle has major #shelfie appeal, too.
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