Winter is approaching, which means right about now you’re probably switching out your favorite fall outfits for warmer layers and thicker coats. That means it’s also time to switch out your favorite fragrances for the cooler season. While there’s no reason for you to wave goodbye to your spring and summer scents, you’ll want to pay attention to how you’re applying them when it’s cold outside. Here’s everything you need to know about how to wear perfume in the winter.
Pick a perfume that suits the season
Not all perfumes are created equal. Some are more suitable for the summer, while others are perfect for the winter. In general, you want to look for fragrance that have rich, warm, and spicy notes, like amber, vanilla, cinnamon, or sandalwood.
One tip on how to wear perfume in the winter is to choose scents that will help you feel cozy and comfortable in the cold weather, and they’ll also last longer on your skin: a win-win. Some examples of our favorites are:
Acqua Di Parma Ambra by Acqua Di Parma
This underrated has a delicious gourmand aroma that features notes of Virginia cedar and cypriol oil. It’s sweet, creamy, and elegant, and promises to make you feel like you’re wrapped in a soft blanket.
Recommended related fragrances: Shalimar by Guerlain, First by Van Cleef & Arpels, Ombre Rose by Brosseau
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
This perfume is a cult favorite for a reason. Its unique and captivating scent combines amber, saffron, jasmine, and cedar. It’s warm, woody, and slightly floral, and is the perfect finishing touch to all kinds of winter-ready outfits. This is one you’ll be spritzing on the regular!
Recommended related fragrances: Narciso Rodriguez by Narciso Rodriguez, Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso, Kenzo Flower by Kenzo
BYREDO De Los Santos by BYREDO
This perfume is a seriously luxurious, sophisticated scent that blends sage and mirabelle. It’s rich, smooth, and sensual, and it will make you feel like a queen, even if you’re typically someone who lives for the summer months.
Recommended related fragrances: Gucci Bloom by Gucci, Mon Guerlain Perfume by Guerlain, Cartier La Panthere Perfume by Cartier
Jo Malone Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Dark amber intermingles with ginger lily and other fragrant floral notes in this gorgeous, winter-ready scent. Expect a gorgeous bouquet of jasmine, orchid, water lily, and rose with a smoky, sensual aroma.
Recommended related fragrances: Diva Perfume by Ungaro, Lheure Bleu Perfume by Guerlain, Fidji Perfume by Guy Laroche
Apply your perfume strategically
The way you apply your perfume can make a big difference in how it smells and how long it lasts. Try the following tips and tricks to be able to reap the benefits of your winter fragrances for as long as possible.
Spray your perfume on your pulse points
These are the areas where your blood vessels are close to the skin, like your wrists, neck, behind your ears, and inside your elbows. These areas will emit more heat, which can help your perfume to diffuse better.
Spray your perfume on your clothes
This is a great way to make your perfume last longer, especially if you’re wearing layers of clothing. Just make sure you don’t spray too much, and avoid fabrics that can stain easily, like silk or wool.
Spray your perfume on your hair
This is another way to make your perfume linger, as your hair can act as a natural diffuser. But be careful not to spray too much, as alcohol can dry out your hair. You can also use a perfume hair mist, which is specially formulated for your hair. Maybe even add a spritz or two to your favorite perfume mist if you’re looking for something unique.
Layer your perfume with other products
One of the best ways to enhance your perfume and make it last longer is to layer it with other products that have the same or similar scent. While this can take a little trial and error to begin with, it’s a great way to create your own signature scent that no one else is wearing.
Experiment with different perfumes
Winter is a great excuse to try new perfumes and discover new scents, especially if you won’t be buying a new winter wardrobe this year. Use it as a chance to experiment with different fragrances and see how they smell on you and how they make you feel.
Get samples
This is the easiest and most cost effective way to try new perfumes. You can get samples right here on Perfume.com. Try to get samples of different types of fragrances such as floral, fruity, ambery, vanilla, or woody, and see which ones you like best.
Try a Gift Set
This is a curated collection of perfumes that are usually from the same brand or theme. You can get a perfume gift set of your favorite fragrance and other products here.
Layer different perfumes is a great way to wear fragrance in the winter
This is a fun and creative way to create your own scent. You can layer different perfumes on your skin, or spray them on different parts of your body or clothing. You can also use a perfume layering tool, which is a device that allows you to spray two or more scents at the same time. The key to layering perfumes is to use fragrances that have similar or compatible notes, and to start with the lightest perfume and end with the heaviest one.
Now that we’ve taken you through how to wear perfume in the winter, head on over to perfume.com and choose your favorites. 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.
