Red is the colour of passion, power and confidence, and it’s also one of the hottest trends for the autumn and winter season. From sleek suits and shiny dresses to bold accessories and statement shoes, red is everywhere in fashion right now. But what about your fragrance? There’s red perfumes that complement your outfit and your personality.
We’ve pulled together some of the best red perfumes to ensure you’re not just looking on trend, but smelling on trend, too. Read on for all of the best red perfumes to add to your fragrance wardrobe this season!
Red by Giorgio Beverly Hills
Sexy, mature, and endlessly seductive: Red by Giorgio Beverly Hills is a scent you’ll reserve for the most stylish of events. Blending woody and amber notes with a floral undertone, it wows anyone in its path with a blend of cherry, aldehydes, ylang-ylang, hyacinth, and peach.
Recommended, related fragrances: Oscar by Oscar De La Renta, First by Van Cleef & Arpels, Cashmere Mist by Donna Karan
Red Door by Elizabeth Arden
Red Door by Elizabeth Arden is a classic scent and there’s no doubt about that. Rich, heady, and romantic, this is one of the best red perfumes on a year-round basis but especially during the cooler seasons. A timeless choice that works on women of all ages, this iconic fragrance blends orchid, jasmine, lily-of-the valley, orange blossom, wild violet, and freesia.
Recommended related fragrances: 273 by Fred Hayman Perfume, Ellen Tracy by Ellen Tracy, Touch by Fred Hayman Perfume
Red Jeans by Versace
Fruity, floral, and youthful: you’ll love a quick spritz of Red Jeans by Versace whenever you want to let your inner child run out and have some fun. This is one of the best red perfumes for spring and summer days, when its sweet rose and soft powdery notes add a modern yet classic finish to all kinds of looks. Pay attention to its potent heart of lily-of-the-valley, violet, and water lily.
Recommended related fragrances: Pleasures by Estee Lauder Perfume, Happy by Clinique, Eau Des Merveilles by Hermes
Red Pearl by Paris Bleu
Red Pearl by Paris Bleu is one of the best underrated red perfumes but it’s one that we think definitely deserves more attention in your fragrance wardrobe. Blending sweet vanilla and amber notes, this sumptuous perfume has an intense white floral base that lingers for hours on the skin. A quick spritz is all you need for this gorgeous scent to work its magic.
Recommended related fragrances: Pink Sugar by Aquolina, 4711 Acqua Colonia Mandarine & Cardamom by 4711 Perfume, Demeter Banana Flambee by Demeter Perfume
Jo Malone Red Roses by Jo Malone
Want to wake up feeling like you’ve just found a bouquet of fresh roses on your doorstep? A spritz of Jo Malone Red Roses by Jo Malone ensures exactly that: leaving you smelling endlessly gorgeous and ready to explore another spring day. Along with roses, it offers a dash of citrus and green notes in its heart.
Recommended related fragrances: Passion Perfume by Elizabeth Taylor, Realities Perfume by Liz Claiborne, Rive Gauche Perfume by Yves Saint Laurent
Demeter Red Poppies by Demeter
Demeter Red Poppies by Demeter might sound fresh and youthful but this sensual fragrance is one of the best red perfumes for date nights and other occasions when you’re looking to make a lasting impression. While it’s mostly a floral scent, pay attention to its fresh, spicy undercurrent: those final notes that’ll keep you – and anyone in the vicinity – paying attention.
Recommended related fragrances: Light Blue Eau Intense by Dolce & Gabbana Perfume, Alien by Thierry Mugler, Mon Guerlain by Guerlain
Hugo Deep Red by Hugo Boss
Hugo Deep Red by Hugo Boss is one of the best red perfumes for gifting to a special woman in your life. Timeless and elegant, it blends citrus and fruity notes with a warming, woody base. This potent scent is renowned for its longevity, which means a bottle promises to last you years and years.
Recommended related fragrances: Narciso Rodriguez by Narciso Rodriguez, Kenzo Flower by Kenzo Perfume, Armani Si by Giorgio Armani
Now that we have taken you through our favorite red perfumes, head on over to perfume.com and choose your favorite. Shop our best sellers here.
Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
