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Best Winter Perfumes for Women who are Matured [2024 Updated]

Best winter perfumes for women. If you really are into perfumes, you would agree with me that seasons play a vital role when choosing or buying a perfume. For the ladies, there are varieties of colognes for winter in the market. 

Let us imagine it this way. In terms of dressing, when the summer period is over, we tend to change our wardrobe or style of dressing to welcome the winter season. That is to say, the type of clothes we put on in winter differs from the ones we wear during summer.

In the winter season, heavier clothes such as coats, jackets, scarves, gloves etc are welcomed in order to keep us warm and comfortable from the cold. If we can apply this logic in clothes, the same logic shouldn’t be any different when it comes to perfumes.

The reason is because summer fragrances are lighter, has little or no longevity during the cold, and will barely do enough to keep you warm whereas the winter perfumes are heavier and have the capability of keeping you warm, comfortable and refreshed without fading out easily. This goes to show that winter perfumes are different from that of the summer colognes and should be utilized during those cold days and nights if you really want to wear perfume. 

Below is a list of 23 best winter perfumes for women in no particular order for your perusal. I hope you find one befitting for the season.

1. Premiere Eau De Parfum for Women – Gucci

As a lady, if Gucci is a name missing in your perfume collection, it is not too late to invest now. Premiere EDP for Women by Gucci is the perfect winter warmer you have been craving for. The cologne identifies as a floral-woody-musk fragrance for women and was launched in 2012.

The top notes of this womanly intriguing scent are bergamot, orange blossom, and blackberry which furthers down to heart notes of white flowers and musk. The last phase of the cologne being the dry down are made with base notes of patchouli, sandalwood and leather and other woody notes.

As usual, Gucci perfumes come in bottles that are eye-catching likewise the content. So, if you fancy keeping perfume bottles, this one is worth collecting. The perfume has rich woody notes which make it ideal for a winter fragrance. Asides that, floral notes are also included in the top notes of the composition in order to keep the aroma more balanced.

For a sweet and smoky perfume, the Premiere EDP by Gucci is obviously ideal for the young and mature women. As stated earlier, the warmth and comfort you need during the cold winter days will be availed to you whenever you wear this amazing scent. Lastly, the performance of this cologne cannot be overemphasized. With the pleasant, strong but not overbearing scent it possesses, the projection, sillage, and longevity are still impressive.

2. Hypnotic Poison Eau De Parfum for Women – Dior

Coming from the fragrance house of Dior is this amazing gourmand scent for women – Hypnotic Poison EDP. This masterpiece was born in 2014 and is classified to be an Oriental Vanilla Fragrance. It is another beautiful cologne for winter and it is superb for the ladies who love scents that are sweet and sumptuous.

The scent is a natural blend of flowers, spicy and gourmand aromas responsible for tickling your imaginations. The aroma is enlivened with top notes of almond and licorice. In the heart, you would notice the scents of jasmine sambac, and orange blossom before the final notes of vanilla and tonka bean takes over. 

Hypnotic Poison EDP for women by Dior is a very rich scent that is sensual and intensely aromatic as well. The aroma is a sought-after for winter and the yuletide season, thanks to the natural blend of jasmine, tonka bean, vanilla, and orange blossom. Of course the performance is admirable likewise the longevity and sillage. With one or two spritzes for the cold night, you are sure of smelling nice and keeping warm all through into the next day.

Francois Demachy is the perfumer behind this awesome piece.

3. True Religion Love Hope Denim Eau De Parfum for Women – True Religion

This is yet another wonderful fragrant piece for women during winter. The cologne, though not so popular is an Oriental Vanilla fragrance that is unapologetically fantastic and it was unveiled in 2012. It boasts of powerful caramel notes thus making ideal for winter. So, if you are on the hunt for the perfect caramel scent for the cold days and nights, this one is for you.

The scent has top notes of apple, peach blossom, and pink kiwi. The heart notes are comprised of iris, sugared almond and caramel. The base notes include Madagascar vanilla, brown sugar, and candied musk.

It is a perfume mostly suitable for the younger women. The presence of sugared almond and caramel in the composition will keep you warm, comfortable and leave you smelling like Christmas. Also included in the composition are some fruity elements, though not too significant. The scent is completely feminine, pungent, sexy, and can be addictive.

The cologne is highly recommendable for the woman that wants to augment her feminine side during the winter period as light scents are not ideal for such season. It has a moderate performance and the longevity is average though that depends on the wearer.

4. Wish Eau De Parfum for Women – Chopard

This cologne first appeared in 1999, and has since then, remained in the hearts of so many ladies as their go-to fragrance for winter. It is an interesting warm scent with a lot of special and enchanting qualities. Behind this amazing piece is the devoted and talented perfumer Nathalie Lorson who through this wonderful design helped the Chopard brand to attain its popularity.

The top notes of this composition features numerous floral elements of which acacia, honeysuckle, orange blossom, coconut, currants, bitter berries, yuzu, and Brazilian rose are part of the notes. Further to the heart of this perfume, mild oriental accents begin to develop in harmony providing a sweet tint and density to the composition.

The scents present in the heart are blends of honey, orchid, heliotrope, milk, violet, jasmine, magnolia, lily of the valley and osmanthus. At the base, you would find caramel, vanilla, patchouli, toffee, sandalwood, incense, tonka bean and amber to be present.

Wish EDP is considered to be a great aroma for winter by many women because of the comforting warmth it exudes during the cold period. The scent’s longevity and projection are fine but the sillage would need to be worked on. Without breaking the bank for this cologne, you are certain to feel richly scented whenever you wear it.

5. Roses & Chocolate Eau De parfum – Mancera

If you are a lover of chocolatey scents and you want something of that nature for the winter season, then the Mancera Roses & Chocolate EDP is ideally for you. This cologne is truly and uniquely exceptional as it unites varieties of scents to produce a smell that is fantastically amazing. Some say it is unisex, and this is due to the extreme distinctiveness of the cologne.

This addictive piece was birthed in 2013 as a floral fruity gourmand fragrance and the nose behind it is no other than Pierre Mancera. The aroma prides itself with top notes of peach, black currant, bergamot and orange. The heart highlights scents of violet, rose, and dark chocolate while the base notes of the composition features white musk, cedar and vanilla.

The scent is considered by many to be unisex. Reason being that, for the women, wearing a heavy men’s chocolatey fragrance would make you less sexy and feminine while for the men, a very light floral and fruity fragrance wouldn’t go well. However, the Roses & Chocolate EDP by Mancera perfectly harmonized the notes to suit both the female and male gender.

Similar to other winter perfumes, the scent is strong but not overbearing, and will stay on your skin for as long as possible during the cold days and even on your clothes if you happen to apply it on them. Wear this during the winter days and when you are heavily clothed, and find yourself smelling unique and inviting all through the day.

6. Allure Eau De Parfum for Women – Chanel

There’s hardly any list of perfumes for women you wouldn’t find a Chanel cologne. If any of Chanel perfumes isn’t included, then I must tell you that such list is incomplete. That being said, have you been craving to wear a Chanel scent? If you have, now is the time to try out this bottle of joy from the early 90s by Jacques Polge.

Chanel Allure Eau De Parfum was unveiled in 1999 as an oriental vanilla fragrance for women and since then, the cologne just like other Chanel perfumes for women has been synonymous with femininity and elegance.  The aroma prides itself with a floral bouquet that’s supported with vanilla and mandarin thus making it a lush and hard-to-resist aroma for winter.

“The very definition of elegance according to Mademoiselle Chanel. Charismatic and natural. A floral-fresh-oriental fragrance in six facets that finds an expression unique to each woman, because every woman has her own special allure.” – chanel.com

Although dated back to decades ago, the Chanel Allure EDP is a monster when it comes to sillage and longevity. The scent is beautiful, glamorous, feminine and graceful. It has a strong scent but it does well to blend with your body chemistry. You can’t go wrong with this cologne this winter. Get one for yourself ASAP!

7. Burberry Women Classic Eau De Parfum for Women – Burberry

Winter is coming and you want a fragrance is sensual and will keep you warm during the cold moments? If your answer is positive, then you have to add this bottle of sensuousness to your list of items to be bought. Of a truth, when you talk about sensual aromas, this piece tops the list.

The opulence of the scent it exudes is one of the reasons why it’s perfect for winter. You can wear it on your skin and clothes without being scared of losing the intensity of the ologne during the daytime.

The Burberry Women Classic EDP was launched in 1995 as a Floral Fruity fragrance for women with Michel Almairac as the nose behind it. The top notes of the composition begins with succulent and fresh bursts of fruits; pear, green apple, apricot, peach, and black currant.

The heart notes are woody-floral; made of sharp and clear notes of jasmine which is mildly supported with notes of moss and sandalwood. Finally, the composition dries down to base notes of cedar, musk, and vanilla.

It is true that Burberry Women is described to be sensual cologne for winter, but it could also pass for summer as it has a very fresh fragrance. The sole reason why it is very much ideal for winter is due to the intensity of the vanilla present in the base note. Vanilla like we know happens to be one of the warmest and soothing elements for cold periods. Now, the perfume has a blend of musk and vanilla as base notes, so you can imagine the uniqueness.

The Burberry Women EDP is a pleasant aroma that is suitable for both formal and casual occasions. So, if you have any occasion this winter period to attend, you can probably wear it without being scared of not smelling nice. And yes, the performance likewise the sillage and longevity are overwhelmingly impressive.

8. Azalee Eau De Parfum for Women – Lalique

This is yet another wonderful creation by top perfumer Michel Almairac in collaboration with Mylene Alran. The Azalee EDP for women was made available to the fragrance world in 2014 as a floral-fruity chypre fragrance for women. Although relatively new and not-so-popular, this perfume from the fragrance house of Lalique is all you need to upgrade and enhance your charms this winter.

This enthralling scent starts with top notes of freesia, bergamot, and peach. The scent then fades into heart notes of jasmine, rose, and gardenia before drying down to base notes of creamy sandalwood, musk, and patchouli. These notes blend together to convey a magical scent leaving you feeling majestic and causing your feminine charm to stand out.

The fragrance is lovely, and you would appreciate it the more during the cool autumn and winter evenings. It is also warm and reminiscent cologne for those rainy days and long snowfalls. The cologne is sensual and intoxicating and will have your personal mark left behind wherever you go. That is to say, your presence will still be felt even in your absence. Finally, in a nutshell, the cologne is wonderful and has good performance ratings.

9. Noir Pour Femme Eau De Parfum – Tom Ford

If you are a lover of perfumes and you do not have any of Tom Ford’s perfume in your collection, then I must tell you that your perfume wardrobe is yet to be complete. If you want a scent that goes well with typically everything, a perfume that makes you stand out, an aroma for show off, this elegant piece from Tom Ford is all you need. It’s one of the favourites for winter and fall, and to be enjoyed all through the day.

In 2015, the Tom Ford Noir Pour Femme EDP was released, and it came as an oriental fragrance for women, thanks to the ever talented perfumer, Sonia Constant. She is the nose behind this amazing fragrance that’s enriched with citrus notes of bitter orange, mandarin orange, ginger, and bergamot. Then, floral heart notes which include kulfi, orange blossom, rose, and jasmine before finally drying down to sandalwood, amber, lentisque, and vanilla base notes.

The Tom Ford Noir Pour Femme EDP is a scent of sensation, experience, and class. It is an aroma that is very graceful, captivating and very hard to resist. The perfume appears to be conventional but then, it is bold, dynamic and avant-garde.

As usual with Tom Ford’s colognes, this comes with a very impressive sillage, and monstrous longevity. It is one scent that when you wear during winter, you’ll not only remain warm but also cheerful all through the scent’s enduring power. The perfume is also worthy of collecting as it comes in a fine black striped bottle with a golden lid/top to complement it.

10. Reveal Eau De Parfum for Women – Calvin Klein

There are plenty of Calvin Klein’s perfumes you could choose, but Reveal EDP is one of the most intriguing and best reviewed scents for winter. Available since 2014 as a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women, the work of outstanding perfumers Bruno Jovanovic and Jean-Marc Chaillan who created for the prominent fashion designer a fragrance with elegant, modern, and dynamic characteristics.

The composition of the cologne is made with top notes of salt accords, black and white pepper, pink pepper which blends with the heart notes of ambergris and powdery iris. Then, the sensuous and opulent sandalwood at the base gives this scent the signature together with cashmere, musk and vetiver.

This perfume by Calvin Klein is an aroma that whenever you wear it, the dullness in you vanishes as it brings out the fun and audacious instincts embedded in you. The scent is astounding and magical. Though many consider it to be winter cologne, it is so alluring that many ladies wear it all through the seasons of the year, such a beautiful nightly cologne, befitting for the young women who want to reveal themselves to life with the new personalities they possess.  

This cologne for vibrant, eminent and gracious women comes in a contrasting silver and gold bottle. It is a must have for every woman that craves to experience something incredible and wonderful this winter season and beyond. Lastly, you can’t go wrong with the powerful performance likewise the longevity and sillage of the perfume when you wear it.

11. Feve Delicieuse Eau De Parfum for Women – Dior

You may be of wonder if there is any scent fitting enough for the cold wintry season from the admirable fragrant house of Dior. Oh yes, there is! With Dior, there is a perfume for every season, event, occasion and mood.

Feve Delicieuse EDP, an oriental fragrance for women that was unveiled in 2015, is a fantastic aroma with a delicate and sweet fragrance. The cologne opens with a soft and airy scent of tonka bean and florals. Shortly afterwards, sweet scents of caramel and cherry begin to pop up thus giving the fragrance a gourmand feel. Going further, the scent evolves into a much sweetened version. The accords of vanilla, praline, and cacao will leave the wearer with a gourmand scent that is incredibly sweet but gentle and inoffensive.

The scent’s composition begins with top notes of bergamot, mint, and lavender. The heart is comprised of notes of freesia, jasmine, and sour cherry before ending with base notes of tonka bean, praline, milk, cacao pod, vanilla, cedar, caramel, and leather.

You would not want to wear this in hotter, summer months due to the sweet scent it conveys. That being said, it will work well during the colder months where you can wear all through.

If you have a formal or informal event to attend or casual outing whether by daytime or nighttime, you can apply and be certain to turn heads. You don’t need to bother about the performance of this cologne. Get one and see for yourself! 

Francois Demachy is the perfumer behind this inimitable masterpiece.

12. Kenzo Jungle L’Elephant Eau De Parfum for Women – Kenzo

Released in 1996 by one of Japan’s finest designers, Kenzo, this beauty is inspired by nature and flower. Jungle L’Elephant EDP for Women is a fragrance that is spicy, fruity and at the same time warm with a scent that is enticing. On opening, the fragrance is quite spicy with hints of fruity sweetness in the background.

After a while, pleasant scents of florals begin to gush in, balancing properly with the initial spicy opening. Coming with the floral scents, are fruity notes as well. Down to the last phase, the well layered sweetness of the scent brings back the spiciness of the scent. In general, this fantastic scent is all about spices.

The Kenzo Jungle L’Elephant EDP for Women begins with cumin, cloves and mandarin at the top while present at the heart of the composition, are notes of licorice, cardamom, ylang ylang, gardenia, mango, heliotrope, and caraway. The composition finally dries down to base notes of vanilla, patchouli, and amber to convey an intense and sensual finish.

It is certain that during the cold months, you probably would need something to keep yourself warm, colognes inclusive. If you want something spicy, warm and of natural feel for this winter and festive period, this fragrance fits in perfectly. It is also suitable for crowded events during the holiday season.

The warm and spicy scent is totally inviting and inoffensive. Asides the incredible fragrance it exudes, the cologne will not have you break the bank for the season.

13. Bonbon Eau De Parfum for Women – Viktor & Rolf

Born in the year 2014, this floral-fruity gourmand perfume for women is housed in pink bottle shaped as a wrapped candy. The Viktor & Rolf Bonbon EDP was designed for women to celebrate pleasure and luxury, as well as moments of tranquility and merriment.

The scent is an attractive gourmand possessing a very fragrant, yet elegant smell. In the opening, you are hit with hints of fruity but mainly caramel-based scents. The combination is really nice. Shortly afterwards, the sweetened caramel scent is supported by very delicate and nice floral notes. In all, this perfume conveys to you an aromatic and slightly fruity gourmand with a pleasing, and well-refined edge to it.

The top notes of Bonbon EDP for women by Viktor & Rolf include peach, orange, and mandarin. Flowers of orange blossom, jasmine and caramel make up the mid notes. Amber, cedar, guaiac wood, and sandalwood make up the base notes of the composition.

The key element in this scent is caramel which makes it a perfect wear for the winter season, especially during Christmas. The caramel present in it smells like caramel sauce, mixed with some sweet, exotic fruits. A scent like this truly fits into the Christmas theme, where you and your loved ones are munching the most delicious foods during supper.

The gourmand scent aside, Bonbon Eau De Parfum for Women is an aroma that keeps you high-spirited each time you wear it. Although a bit pricey, this scent is amazing and befitting for the sweet-gourmand scent lovers. Also worthy of note is the performance of the cologne. The silage, longevity and projection are admirably impressive.

The designers of this candy in a bottle are Cecile Matton and Serge Majoullier.

14. Lady Million Eau De Parfum for Women – Paco Rabanne

If you want to know what success smells like, then wrap yourself in this juice by Paco Rabanne and savor the entire night. Lady Million EDP is all you need to match your overwhelming personality this winter. The perfume draws its inspiration from wealth, and success. So, it’s not for the woman who is afraid to succeed. With its heavy, rich and sweet-flowery scent, it has won the hearts of many women as the perfect winter aroma.

Just like the designers of this perfume, so are the notes of this perfume, very spectacular. When you apply this cologne, you are welcomed with sparkling scents of bitter orange with hints of raspberry followed by a burst of smooth and bright neroli, and almafi lemon. At the heart of the composition come the floral scents of African orange flower, gardenia, and jasmine. Finally, the scent dries down to base notes of amber, patchouli and white honey.

When you wear the original Lady Million EDP by Paco Rabanne, you are definitely going to come back for it after your first purchase because the aroma will keep on reminding you of those moments of success you have ever had. Again, the bottle is attractive and something worth keeping.

When you talk about longevity, Paco Rabanne fragrances are synonymous with that. So, you have nothing to worry about when it comes to the performance of this rich cologne.

The creators of this masterpiece are Anne Flipo, Beatrice Piquet, Bruno Jovanovic and Dominique Ropion.

15. Sensuous Noir Eau De Parfum for Women – Estee Lauder

Sensuous Noir EDP is a more intense, sensual, opulent newer version of the original Sensuous EDP that comes in a distinct, charming purple-colored thick glass bottle with a red gold stopper.

The cologne premiered in 2010 as an Oriental Woody fragrance under the eminent fragrance house of Estee Lauder. The scent of Sensuous Noir EDP is warm, spicy and a bit woody. Just as the name suggests, the cologne opens with sensuous scent of spices with warm undertones.

Going further, the woody effects, mainly of pine begin to set in. At the base of the composiiton, vanilla and honey adds some sweetness to the scent. All these ingredients mix perfectly together to give the aroma an invigorating, syrupy smell that’s overly amazing.

As top notes, you have the floral blend of purple rose, black pepper, spices, rose oil and jasmine. The heart notes features woody notes of pine, guaiac wood, lily, and patchouli. Then at the base, you would find benzoin, soft vanilla, and honey, with amber aroma to be present.

Sensuous Noir EDP for Women is depicted to be a wonderful scent for the winter season, all thanks to the warm, spicy and sweet scent present in it. These sweet and spicy scents keep you very warm and it has an inviting vibe that is perfect for the cold holiday nights. It is in overall, a beautiful fragrance for the cold festive period.

The cologne boasts of a strong sillage and longevity. So, you are certain to smell nice all through whenever you wear it.

16. Incense City Eau De Parfum – All Saints

As we all know, or if you are yet to know, just know that perfumes react differently of different people. That is to say, a scent you might find smelling pleasant on your friend doesn’t smell as nice on your body due to the different skin types or body chemistry the both of you have.

The same also applies on the longevity of the perfume on your skin. However, if you are on the hunt for a perfume that is likely to last you all day during winter, this piece – Incense EDP from All Saints is definitely your prey.

Incense City EDP is woody floral musk fragrance that was unleashed into the fragrance world not too long ago, 2018 precisely. Ever since its inception, it has managed to find a spot on the hearts of many who like to try out new releases. 

The perfume begins with moderate projection of sweet, incense and woody notes. The incense in the opening is very pronounced but well-balanced, projecting and unique. It also makes the fragrance a bit dark. The key notes used in the formulation of this cologne are top note: cypress, mid note: cedarwood, and basenote: incense.

All Saints EDP is considered by many to be unisex and as such, recommended for those who enjoy incense. It is a good option for winter due to smokiness and incense scent, and you can wear it to formal events, outdoor gatherings, clubs, parties and casually.

The cologne is great and versatile with average to moderate longevity and projection likewise the sillage. The price is pocket-friendly compared to other perfumes of same grade in the market.

17. Alien Fusion Eau De Parfum for Women – Thierry Mugler

If you fancy unconventional perfumes with a strong scent, then Mugler Perfumes should be on your radar. Maybe you have tried the Alien or Angel EDP, but have you tried one of the new Alien blends – Alien Fusion EDP? If no, then, you are missing out on an opportunity to smell sweet, but not the traditional gourmand-sweet. This perfume is for the ladies who want something to match their personalities – bold and stunning.

Although it comes as a lighter version different from other Alien brands, Alien Fusion is youthful, versatile, and full of joy. The aroma was introduced in 2019 and has already won the hearts of many Alien perfume fans likewise non-fans. It comes as an oriental floral fragrance for women and the noses behind it are Dominique Ropion and Fanny Bal.

Alien Fusion EDP features top notes of cinnamon and ginger. At the heart of the composition are scents of tuberose and orange blossom. The composition ends with base notes of vanilla and white amber.

The cologne highlights perfect, warming scents for the cold season. It is warm, spicy and will not cause you headaches. Unlike other Alien perfumes, this one is quite different when it comes to sillage and longevity. The lasting power is average but then few reapplied spritzes wouldn’t hurt. You will have a lasting time of about 5 hours after first application.

 

18. Yvresse (Champagne) Eau De Toilette for Women – Yves Saint Laurent

This dazzling masterpiece comes from no other than the house of Yves Saint Laurent. Firstly launched in 1993 as a chypre-fruity fragrance and originally called “Champagne” but was later renamed to Yvresse. As the name suggests, the aroma contains the invigorating scent of champagne. In addition to this, is the sparkling and dazzling feel it conveys, just like the vibes you get from champagne. The bubbly, fruity aroma is there with you all through to the end of the fragrance. More to this, the woody base notes contribute to the scent but in a not-too-pronounced manner.

In the opening, you are welcomed with scents of mint, peach, nectarine, apricot, caraway, and anise as top notes. The heart features notes of violet, cinnamon, rose oil, lily of the valley, iris, litchi, rose, carnation, and jasmine. The base notes are comprised of coconut, benzoin, styrax, cedar, musk, vetiver, oakmoss, patchouli, vanilla, and amber.

For the winter period, this is one scent you should go for without stress. It is perfect for the cold holiday season, festive celebrations, and occasions and suitable for every mood as the name would suggest. Just like the champagne vibes attached to it, once it settles, the scent wraps you up with its warmth which is good for the cold period. Not only is Yvress an interesting scent for yuletide season, it is also suitable for New Year’s Eve or any occasion that involves merry. It is obviously the aroma for celebratory moments!

The nose behind this bottle of happiness is no other than the legendary American perfumer, Sophia Grojsman.

19. Black Opium Eau De Parfum for Women – Yves Saint Laurent

This is yet another beautiful winter perfume for women from the perfume house of Yves Saint Laurent. When you talk about warm and deep autumn-winter fragrances with great performance, the Black Opium EDP for women by YSL doesn’t fail to impress. Opening with energy and passion, this scent is a sensual fragrance that perfectly blends black coffee and vanilla to create a magical, sweet yet exceptional enthralling fragrance.

Black Opium EDP, an oriental vanilla fragrance for women starts with strong top notes of pear, orange blossom, and pink pepper before wrapping you with heart notes of jasmine, bitter almond, licorice and abundant coffee. Finally, the last phase being the dry down ends with amazing scents of vanilla, cedar wood, and cashmere wood.

Yves Saint Laurent is known to be the fashion favorite of so many women, men inclusive and this cologne from them is no different. The ingredients used for the scent’s formulation are intensely amazing thus allowing you the wearer’s charm to be highlighted more during the cold winter evenings, even from autumn.

The scent’s performance is unarguably one of the best from most perfumes for winter you can find. The performance, sillage and longevity are entirely out of this world! So, be not surprised when this cologne eventually turns out to be your favorite for the winter period.

We have Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp and Honorine Blanc to thank for creating this outstanding piece in 2014.

20. L’Ambre Des Merveilles Perfume for Women – Hermes

This perfume is one of the best releases from the fragrance house of Hermes. It was introduced into the fragrance world in 2012, and the scent is of the Oriental Vanilla family. The scent is incredibly warm and has a sweet fragrance that is inoffensive and not overbearing. It is gourmand scent that smells like a tasty vanilla-based dessert. The opening of the fragrance is sweet and slightly creamy. Shortly thereafter, the amber in it begins to set in, leaving you with a warm and soothing scent.

In this juice, the major elements present are scents of amber, patchouli, vanilla, and labdanum.

For winter, especially Christmas, this scent fits in perfectly, thanks to the dessert-like scent it has. You would smell incredibly irresistible when sitting with loved ones for the holiday dinner. It is one of the best crowd-pleaser and attention-drawing scents for the colder months. The longevity and sillage are quite impressive though you may need to reapply. With just few spritzes, you are set for the cold festive season.

The nose behind this perfume is top French perfumer and writer Jean-Claude Ellena.

21. Youth Dew Eau De Parfum – Estee Lauder

If you want a recommendable women’s perfume for the cold winter evenings, this Youth Dew EDP is all you need to impress. Born in 1953 as an oriental spicy fragrance for women, Youth Dew EDP has never failed to overwhelm her wearers. It is considered as one of the all-time best classic scents for women. The creator of this scent is Josephine Catapano.

The cologne is enriched with top notes of aldehydes, spices, orange, bergamot, lavender, peach and narcissus. At the heart, the composition boasts of notes of cloves, jasmine, cinnamon, ylang ylang, orchid, lily of the valley, cassia, and rose. The composition ends with base notes of tolu balsam, oakmoss, Peru balsam, amber, vanilla, vetiver and musk.

Youth Dew EDP for Wowen by Estee Lauder is described to be a rich and interesting perfume that complements your nice evening dresses and high heels during the cold evenings. The scent is strong but not overpowering and it provides the much needed warmth whenever you wear it during the cold months.

Finally, the perfume’s performance likewise the longevity is second to nothing compared to most of the winter fragrances in the market. You would have to scrub off before this scent leaves your skin. So, make do to get yourself a bottle this season.

22. Soir D’Orient Eau De Parfum for Women – Sisley

With this cologne on your list of perfumes to buy for the winter period, you are obviously on the right track. It is a perfume to enjoy with notes that invoke the night. The scent is ideal for parties, dinners, family gatherings and all. If you want your presence felt with your perfume, this aroma is definitely for you.

This comforting delight in a bottle comes as an oriental fragrance for women, and was released into the markets in 2015 with Olivier Pescheux as the nose behind it. The aroma opens up with floral scents featuring Iran galbanum, saffron and bergamot as top notes. The notes are further intensified with Turkish rose, black pepper, and geranium at the heart of the composition before drying down exceptionally to base notes of sandalwood, incense and patchouli. 

Welcoming, dynamic, fresh are some of the words you can describe this cologne with. Some find the perfume to be intense while others deem it fit to stand out during the cold period with great qualities. With just few years in the market, words are not enough to describe the performance of this perfume. There’s a lot to say about it but I’ll leave you to get one for yourself so that you get a firsthand feel of what I am trying to tell.

23. Crystal Noir Eau De Toilette for Women – Versace

To end the list for best winter perfumes for women, I present to you this enticing bottle of warmth from the fragrance house of Versace. This scent was launched in 2004 as an oriental floral fragrance for women, and top perfumer Antoine Lie is the nose behind it.

The Versace Crystal Noir EDT for Women unites pepper, cardamom, and ginger as top notes before fading into heart notes of coconut, orange blossom, peony and gardenia and then drying down to base notes of sandalwood, amber and rich musk to exude an aroma that’s warm and completely compelling.

If you are looking for a signature scent that goes well with the mood of the season, the Versace Crystal EDT is your best bet. Worry not about the scent’s performance. You are well covered and be rest assured of staying well scented for over a long period of time.

The Difference Between Winter and Summer Perfumes

Of course we do know that as nature changes, so does perfume because they ingredients used for the formulation are mostly from nature. For instance, when we apply heavier and spicier scents during winter we feel better because of the warmth they convey, whereas if we wear the same kind of colognes in summer, they become suffocating to us. 

On the other hand, during summer or hotter months, we tend to feel all sweaty and sticky. Just like when we take a cup of cold water or a bottle of cold drink, we discover ourselves to be comfortable with scents that are light, floral and fruity because they make us feel refreshed and cool under the scathing sun.

With this example, it is advised to have it in mind that most perfumes you wear during summer that elates your mood would not do so when worn in winter. It all boils down to the wearer’s personality or choice of taste, so before you get cologne for any season, you would have to test them earlier before deciding on which one you find enjoyable in each season.

As far as perfumes are concerned, there are differences between the winters and summer seasons. During the latter, you would need a scent that is fresh, light and discreet to last on you and also keep you cool while during the former, you can’t help but go for heavier scents if you so desire to wear perfumes. This is because in the cold months, you would be wearing multiple clothes, therefore you would need a strong scent to add to the warmth and also last long on you.

Final Thought

It is true that the winter season is known to be a season of merry. With numerous events and night activities scheduled to happen, if you have a fragrance that’s befits your personality, it will surely be of great help for those celebratory nights and moments as it will not only enliven you, but will also help you to forget about certain life’s worries and enjoy life to the fullest.

You can avail to yourself one of these powerful perfumes in this list to savor the yuletide season this winter period. Please endeavor to always try out or research on the perfumes you want to buy because regardless of the name and recommendations, the final answer depends on you. 

Although, certain general rules determine the type of perfumes suitable for winter, but then, it all depends on your personal wants or taste. Do not allow anybody to pressure you into making decisions contrary to yours when it comes to choosing a perfume for winter or any other season. Just be certain to go for something you enjoy, find comfortable and pleasant. Happy winter to you!

Emmanuel

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