As winter settles in and the festive season gathers pace, fragrance becomes one of the most evocative ways to shape the mood of the months ahead. From standout new perfume launches to candles and home scents that bring warmth and atmosphere, this curated edit highlights the scents defining Christmas 2025.
CHANEL Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif
Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif builds on the house’s signature style, dialling up the depth so the bright “fresh-blue” vibe gives way to a richer, more resinous wood-amber profile. Think cedar, sandalwood and labdanum with leathery, resinous undercurrents. This is a mature and atmospheric fragrance that conveys conviction, reaffirmation and a deep sense of self. Read more about Bleu L’Exclusif and the man who created it, Olivier Polge, HERE. £158 (60ml) | chanel.com
GUERLAIN Shalimar L’Essence
Marking 100 years of Guerlain’s legendary fragrance, the new Shalimar L’Essence pays tribute to the world’s first ambery fragrance while reimagining its intoxicating sensuality for today. Inspired by the fabled love story behind the original, this anniversary edition deepens the signature blend of bergamot, vanilla and opulent woods into a more luminous, contemporary seduction. A confident take on a classic icon, it captures everything that has made Shalimar a timeless emblem of desire. £137 (90ml) | guerlain.com
ACQUA DI PARMA Gelsomino a Freddo Ambrosia
Described by the house as “an intense woody-floral interpretation of the jasmine flower,” this captivating fragrance is created using the ancient cold-enfleurage technique so that every delicate nuance of jasmine, from the sparkle of its petals to its ethereal depth, is preserved for a radiant, long-lasting trail. Mythical intensity captured in chiaroscuro elegance. £234 (50ml). acquadiparma.com
JUSBOX London Hall
A deep, enveloping extrait de parfum inspired by London’s music scene, blending spicy saffron and cumin with rose, freesia, jasmine heart, finishing with leather, vetiver, and enigmatic patchouli trails. £250 (78ml). harrods.com
JO MALONE for DISNEY x SELFRIDGES Midnight Musk & Amber Cologne
A smoky-toned amber classic, Midnight Musk & Amber unfurls with crisp juniper and a whisper of mandarin, before mellowing into warm, golden amber. Dry-down reveals a soft midnight musk that cushions the scent in powdery sensuality. Elegant, gender-neutral and perfect for winter evenings or festive nights. This limited edition is topped with a blue cap inspired by Alice’s dress and comes in a special checkerboard box. £128 (100m) | jomalone.co.uk
BENAMÔR Laranja Brava
A radiant Portuguese cologne that begins with bright, juicy orange and warm cardamom, blossoms into a spicy-aromatic heart of ginger, nutmeg and rosemary, then settles on creamy sandalwood, cedar and soft musk. The result is a fresh fragrance with an earthy citrus-spice signature. An olfactory sunbeam for day or evening wear. £54 (100ml) | fiole.co.uk
LA BOUGIE Fir Baby! Candle
Following its sell-out debut last Christmas, La Bougie’s Fir Baby! candle returns with its nostalgic blend of fir resin, currants, and soft musk, capturing the warmth of a crackling fire and the freshness of a Christmas tree. Housed in its signature burgundy jar, this limited-edition scent brings festive comfort and timeless charm to any home. £30 (220gr) labougie.co.uk
CONNOCK Winter Scented Ceramic & Mist Set
A low-maintenance way to perfume every corner of your home, from wardrobes and bedside tables to bookshelves and linen drawers. The set pairs a beautifully aromatic room mist with a porous ceramic disc that slowly releases its notes. This season Connock has introduced Winter, a rich, woody-spiced scent that oozes comforting warmth. Great in your luggage too, bringing a bit of home wherever you travel. £20 | connockengland.co.uk
ORMONDE JAYNE Festive Trio of Candles
A refined set of candles that brings the elegance of Ormonde Jayne’s fragrances to your home. Each candle reveals its own personality as it burns, moving from bright citrus (Étoile) to warm woods (Nocturne) and gentle spice (Infini). They come in a jar with the House’s luxurious bauble design and champagne gold lid. £160 (3 x 170gr) |ormondejayne.com
JO MALONE Pine & Eucalyptus Diffuser
Create an instant sense of festive freshness with the scent of crisp pine needles and cooling eucalyptus. Simply insert the reeds into the oil-filled vessel and allow them to absorb and release the aroma, turning them occasionally for a continual, uplifting winter atmosphere. £78 (165ml) | jomalone.co.uk
Author: Lina Ress
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