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The best autumn perfumes to buy in 2025: 17 scents we’re loving right now
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When the air turns crisp and the evenings start earlier, we want fragrances that are warm and rich.
Think woods, spice, soft florals and oud that smell like your favourite cashmere jumper.
Whether you’re after a luxury scent, a fresh 2025 launch, or a budget-friendly perfume you can spritz every day, here are 17 autumn perfumes to add to your list.
OUR ALL-TIME FAVOURITE CLASSICS
Maison Margiela Replica – Autumn Vibes Eau de Toilette (30ml) – £62.00
Zesty yet grounded, this one opens with crisp apple and spices before settling into warm woods. It’s basically a crisp autumn walk in a bottle and perfect for everyday wear when you want a cozy kick.
YSL – Black Opium Eau de Parfum (30ml) – £69.00
Rich, smoky and addictive, this night-out staple blends coffee, vanilla and white florals. The ultimate date-night scent that smells like staying out late under city lights.
Jo Malone – Hinoki & Cedarwood Cologne Intense (50ml) – £116.00
Woods, smoke, elegance — Jo Malone’s twist on autumn forest vibes. Sophisticated enough for the office but sexy enough for evening.
Phlur – Vanilla Skin Eau de Parfum (50ml) – £99.00
Soft vanilla and musk wrap you in a skin-like hug, like pulling on a cashmere jumper. Clean-girl autumn at its best.
INDIE & NICHE PICKS
The Longship – Autumn 91 Parfum (50ml) – £75.00
An artisanal indie scent built on cedarwood, juniper and bergamot with floral spice undertones. Earthy, elegant and completely unique.
Bath House – Patchouli & Black Pepper Eau de Parfum (60ml) – £80.00
Warm, smoky and a little spicy — this artisan scent blends black pepper, patchouli, amber and vetiver with a soft vanilla base. Earthy and mysterious, it’s the perfect pick for cosy autumn nights.
Claudia Kilsby – Another Second Parfum (100ml) – now £72.00
Deep, dark and addictive — this bold scent opens with lemon and bergamot before revealing warm woods, musk and natural Cambodian oud. Powerful, long-lasting and unapologetically sexy, it’s perfect for evenings when you want a fragrance that lingers long after you’ve left the room.
NEW PERFUME LAUNCHES FOR 2025
Jo Malone – Amber Labdanum Cologne Intense (100ml) – £164.00
Powerfully evocative, notes of bitter orange are warmed by amber-fed labdanum in a sensual scent. The woody core is lifted by the smooth scents of vanilla and roasted oak leaves – an exclusive to Harrods, this is one for your collection.
Kayali – Fleur Majesty Rose Royale (50ml) – £79.00
Crowned the ‘Queen of Flowers’ the heady and sweet scent of the humble rose is the hero of this fragrance, intertwined with citrusy splashes of sparking mandarin and sweet, juicy peach. A modern rose that’s anything but predictable.
Le Labo – Osmanthus 19 (50ml) – £275.00
A city exclusive, Le Labo is only selling this scent from 1st August – 30th September 2025, so if you want a scent that no-one else can get their hands on, this is it. In early winter when most plants have gone dormant, gardeners await the arrival of the Osmanthus flower, treasured for its ethereal, sensual fragrance. A collector’s dream.
BOLD AUTUMN STATEMENTS
Tom Ford – Cherry Smoke Eau De Parfum (50ml) – £290.00
The combination of black cherry, osmanthus and smoked woods plays with fire, making this one sexy, dark and a little dangerous.
Carolina Herrera – Very Good Girl Elixir Eau De Parfum (30ml) – £78.00
Red velvet roses reimagined for autumn, sweet, velvety and seriously sultry. This elixir is a more intense variation of Very Good Girl, interpreting the multifaceted nature of modern femininity in a powerful fragrance.
Narciso Rodriguez – Musc Noir Rose Eau De Parfum (100ml) – £125.00
The skin-like amber floral that’s perfect for transitional weather. Warm, musky, and effortlessly chic.
Byredo – Mumbai Noise Eau De Parfum (50ml) – £150.00
Smoky, resinous and completely transportive, this scent pays homage to the vibrant contrasts of Mumbai, blending warm woods and amber with bright, dynamic notes. This is one for those who like their perfume to tell a story.
BUDGET BUYS UNDER £25
M&S Apothecary – Warmth Eau de Parfum (50ml) – £12.00
Perfect for keeping in your handbag for regular spritzes, this blended scent combines aromatic notes of cardamom, cinnamon, cedarwood and sandalwood to evoke a warming feeling of comfort.
Bespoke London – Sweet Spice & Sandalwood Eau de Parfum (100ml) – £9.99
Rich sandalwood and sweet spices for under a tenner? A warm and cosy steal for everyday wear. This is actually a scent for men but trust us, you’ll want to wear it every day.
Le Monde Gourmand – Chai Épicé Eau de Parfum (30ml) – £24.00
Like sipping a chai latte on a rainy afternoon — this spicy, tea-inspired perfume is comforting and a little unexpected. With top notes of violet fig combined with musk and blonde wood, this is one you’ll keep reaching for in the ‘ber’ months.
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