It’s December 1st and I realize that many folks have the holidays on their mind. Or semesters ending on their mind and other important stuff. But, I’m a perfume person and this snow and freezing temps has me thinking about something delightfully frivolous – perfumes for winter. Here’s my perfume suggestions for Winter 14/15 that pair well with some of my favorite winter activities.

 

Snow Days

These are scents that either remind me of snow or I think “blend” well with snow.

Serge Lutens Fille en Aiguilles EDP – This spice and evergreens fragrance reminds me of a picturesque mountain chalet surrounded by snow. It’s like being warm and cozy while looking out at snow-covered evergreens. Retails for $140 at Beautyhabit. Full review here. 

D.S. & Durga Siberian Snow EDP – This is a powdery, fluffy amber that pairs well with snow. Retails for $98 at Beautyhabit.

Blackbird Triton EDP – This perfume is like incense smoldering in a snowy mountain temple. Retails for $38 at Blackbird. Full review here. 

Fireside

These are the perfumes that I think need to be worn while next to the warm glow of a fireplace.

Puredistance M Extrait – This smoky scent reminds me of mezcal and handsome men. And don’t you want both of those by the fireside? Retails for $198 at Luckyscent. Full review here. 

Tom Ford Private Blend Tobacco Vanilla EDP – This one reminds me of pipe tobacco and grandma baking sweet, honeyed treats. It’s such a comforting fragrance for me. Retails for $215 at Nordstrom. Full review here. 

Cartier Le Baiser du Dragon EDP – I love this spicy floral amber. It’s warm, seductive. This is what you wear when you’re lounging around on a fluffy rug wearing a silk dressing gown in front of the beautiful light of a fireplace. Retails for $145 at Nordstrom.

Gift Giving

These are the festive perfumes that go well with Christmas trees or at least will remind you of a holiday tree.

OLO Fôret Perfume Oil – Smells like crisp, cool evergreens. It’s fresh “Christmas trees”. Retails for $45 at OLO. Full review here.

Burberry Brit EDP – It’s spices, almonds and vanilla. Warm and cozy like a Burberry scarf. It benefits from a little fir 🙂  Retails for $74 at Sephora.

Aramis JHL EDT – This spicy scent is basically a variation of Estee Lauder Cinnabar. But, this one has evergreens, so it reminds me of Christmas trees. Retails for $62 at Nordstrom. Full review here. 

Winter Treats

These are the gourmands that remind me of various holiday treats.

Hermès Hermèssence Ambre Narguile EDP – This reminds me of gingerbread and warm apple cider. Retails for $240 at Hermès. Full review here.

Olfactive Studio Lumière Blanche EDP – This one reminds me of spicy horchata and iris marzipan. However, it’s not too foody because of a nice addition of sheer woods. Retails for $145 at Beautyhabit. Full review here. 

EnVoyage Perfumes Indigo Vanilla EDP – This indie didn’t really remind me of jazz clubs but I did get sweet and spicy sugar cookies from it. It’s like Christmas cookies and violet. Retails for $65 at EnVoyage Perfumes. Full review here.

Celebrations

Festive, effervescent perfumes to toast to…

Sonoma Scent Studio Champagne de Bois EDP – It’s champagne and sandalwood. Retails for $65 at Sonoma Scent Studio. Full review here. 

Etat Libre d’Orange Noel au Balcon EDP – It really is like an orange blossom at a holiday party! It’s an orange blossom with honey and spice. Retails for $80 at Luckyscent. Full review here. 

Chanel No. 5 Eau Premiere EDP – This is the “softer” version of Chanel No. 5. It’s a powdery, radiant fragrance that is fizzy like champagne. Retails for $98 at Nordstrom.

Date Night Masculines

Winter “date night” fragrances for masculine types…

April Aromatics Bohemian Spice EDP – This is a sweet and spicy patchouli. Retails for $250 at Luckyscent. Full review here. 

Tokyomilk Dark Excess EDP – This brand is usually marketed as feminine but this is an earthy patchouli with oak with a blood orange opening. It’s earth and oranges. Retails for $36 at Sephora.

Karl Lagerfeld Classic Lagerfeld EDT – This is like Guerlain Shalimar for gents. Retails for about $25 at Perfume.com. Full review here. 

Date Night Feminines

Winter “date night” fragrances for feminine types…

Estee Lauder Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang EDP – I like white florals in the dead of winter. And this perfume is a great blend of a warm amber and a beautiful ylang. Retails for $150 at Nordstrom.

Scentstory 24 Platinum EDT – I was really close to including this in the “Celebrations” category because this is such a celebration rose to me! This is a really good “cheapie” that reminds me of platinum roses toasting with flutes of French 75. Retails for about $36 at FragranceX.com. Full review here. 

aroma M Geisha Noire perfume oil – Geisha Noire is a dense, powdery amber. It’s sultry stuff. Retails for $58 at Luckyscent. Full review here.

So, what will you be wearing this winter? Are there any special perfumes that you wear on the holidays?

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