Words: Charlie Thomas
Just like your clothing wardrobe, the fragrances in your washbag should change with the seasons. Summer calls for light, breezy scents that complement the weather, whereas winter demands more heady, powerful fragrances that impart masculinity and sense of purpose on those lucky enough to be in your vicinity. Of course, you might be wearing cologne to impress the fairer sex, in which case you’ll want to choose carefully. Here are 5 winter fragrances that women can’t resist.
FLORIS LONDON SPECIAL 127
Master English perfumers, Floris, have been creating scents since 1730. They know a thing or two about creating an alluring smell, and this No. 127 is certainly that. With a warm citrus blend of bergamot and orange, and infusions of neroli, lavender, patchouli and musk, it’s a keeper and will keep the ladies coming back for more.
Floris London Special 127 100ml, £75 from Amazon
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS COLOGNE NOIRE
A fresh, clean scent, Cologne Noire by Van Cleef & Arpels will add a touch of spring to those cold winter days. It’s not a dark fragrance by any means, but its sweet, woody undertones combine with ginger and cardamom to create a distinguished allure that you won’t forget in a hurry.
Van Cleef & Arpels Cologne Noire 75ml, £126 from Selfridges
ACQUA DI PARMA COLONIA OUD
A more traditionally ‘winter’ fragrance, Acqua di Parma’s Colonia Oud is deep, dark and sensual. Its strong personality is highlighted by the notes of colonia and agarwood, although the oud oil is what dominates.
Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud 100ml, £150 from Selfridges
CREED GREEN IRISH TWEED
Green Irish is a somewhat legendary cologne. Although not strictly season-based, its all-round versatility leaves a lot to be desired. It’s Creed’s best selling product for a reason.
Creed Green Irish Tweed 75ml, £95 from Selfridges
TOM FORD BLACK ORCHID
As far as intoxicating fragrances go, Tom Ford’s Black Orchid is up there with the best. It boasts opulent notes of black truffle and ylang as well as bergamot, black currant and patchouli-insense. It’s not all guns blazing though, as vanilla essence and sandalwood give it a balanced finish ensuring it doesn’t over-power.
Tom Ford Black Orchid 75ml, £72 from John Lewis
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