Christmas perfumes with notes such cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg are some of the most heart-warming and memory-invoking aromas. Each year, they bring back long-lasting memories of joyful times with loved ones with just a single spritz!
Whether used as a hero ingredient or combined, these scents are guaranteed to instantly give you that festive feeling, especially when found in a Christmas perfume.
If you adore the rich, warm scents synonymous with the holiday season, you’ll love this roundup of our favourite classic festive scents and the fragrances they’re found in. Who knows, this year you might create new moments to cherish!
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What is The Scent of Christmas?
The scent of Christmas is a warm, comforting blend of spices, woods and sweetness that instantly evokes the festive season. Think the spicy kick of cinnamon and clove, the zesty sparkle of ginger, the cosy depth of nutmeg, and the resinous richness of myrrh and frankincense. Together, these notes conjure images of twinkling lights, freshly baked treats, and evenings by the fire. These scents capture the magic of Christmas in a single breath, whether they are released into the air while baking fresh gingerbread cookies or bottled in an addictive perfume. You can preserve the magic of the holidays and wear them throughout the season with our selection of the best Christmas fragrances.
Ready to fall in ‘clove’ at first spritz?
Ginger
At Christmas, the aroma of ginger conjures up memories of cozy gatherings and festive baking. Don’t hesitate to explore ginger perfumes featuring this spicy, invigorating note to enliven the senses and evoke cherished memories.
Born in Roma Yellow Dream Uomo by Valentino
If you’re looking for a perfume that smells like gingerbread, you’ll want to add Born in Roma Yellow Dream Uomo by Valentino to your wish list quicker than you can say, ‘Santa has come to town’. The warm and spicy gingerbread accord in the heart is beautifully complemented by a base of soft and smooth vanilla, making it the ideal winter warmer and ginger fragrance. However, its burst of exotic and fresh top notes makes it a well-liked scent that can be worn year-round and is versatile. Hermes’ Twilly Hermes Eau Ginger Ginger fragrances are always popular in the autumn and winter as they add an all-important richness and depth to a fragrance that is welcome when the temperature outside drops. Twilly d’Hermes by Hermes demonstrates how well ginger pairs with delicate, light florals. A Christmas perfume that you’ll want to reach for time and time again is made from spicy ginger, heady tuberose, and earthy sandalwood. Beyond, Boss Bottled Heading to a Christmas party? Or staying in to cosy up on the sofa? Either way you like to spend your winter evenings, Boss Bottled Beyond is your perfect companion, especially if you’re looking for ginger perfumes. With its warm, spicy notes of ginger and the rich, smokiness of leather, Boss Bottled Beyond delivers a sophisticated scent that’s a great contender for the best perfumes that smell like Christmas.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon in perfume adds a warm, spicy note that evokes a sense of cozy sophistication, festive cheer and a comforting feeling we love! Therefore, using a cinnamon-scented perfume every day is the ideal way to take pleasure in this lovely scent.
1 Million by Rabanne
Without the enduring 1 Million by Rabanne, Christmas wouldn’t be complete. We doubt it! This scent captivates from the first spritz thanks to its masterful combination of leather warmth and spicy notes. The touch of cinnamon, complemented by fragrant rose, makes it an utterly irresistible cinnamon perfume that every perfume lover will adore.
Spicebomb Extreme by Viktor&Rolf
Spicebomb Extreme by Viktor & Rolf is your ticket for a winter scent that has it all! The fresh and spicy aroma reveals its masculinity from every angle, from its fresh spicy top notes to its semi-sweet leathery base! There’s no mistaking it’s a cinnamon perfume, as the note comes through from the start, whose impact is heightened further with the introduction of leather and tobacco in the dry down.
Myrrh
With its rich and warm aroma, Myrhh has a firm place in our memories when it comes to Christmas perfume. It adds a timeless elegance to any perfume thanks to its spicy and resinous aroma with woody undertones.
Pure XS by Rabanne
If there is a time of year when myrrh comes into our minds, it must be Christmas! In Pure XS, one of our favourite myrrh perfumes, you’re treated to the delights of other festive scents, including ginger and cardamom, before the myrrh comes through in the base. It’s beautifully blended with smooth vanilla, which certifies this scent as one of the most addictive and appealing Christmas perfumes on our shelves!
Pascal Morabito’s Platinum Oud Are you a lover of rich and opulent perfumes that smell like Christmas, but without the hefty price tag? Then Platinum Oud by Pascal Morabito is the one for you. Oud lends a smoky quality, while myrrh provides a warm, resinous depth. Amber ties it all together with its sweet, earthy charm, creating a scent perfect for this time of year, whether you’re gifting it to a loved one or treating yourself .
Frankincense
Mysterious and timeless, frankincense is one of the most iconic festive notes, steeped in tradition and luxury. Its resinous, smoky aroma adds depth and elegance to any perfume, instantly evoking images of candlelit gatherings, cosy firesides, and the magic of Christmas Eve.
Guerlain Absolus Allegoria Ambre Samar
Frankincense, once reserved for Kings and Queens, adds an incredible quality to any fragrance, and Guerlain’s Absolus Allegoria Ambre Samar is no exception. Mysteriously dark and utterly seductive, the spicy-woody fragrance combines an aroma of patchouli and cardamom with layers of creamy almond to create a perfume that is perfect for date night in the festive season!