5 Holiday-Ready Fragrances to Set the Mood for the Season
From cozy notes to festive warmth, these fragrances channel the season effortlessly.
by Kyla Villena
Published on Nov 28, 2025
The holidays are just around the corner. What better way to get into a festive mood than by immersing yourself in scents that evoke its spirit? Calendars are quickly getting filled with schedules for special gatherings, gift shopping, and other activities that only happen during the most wonderful time of the year. One way to create a lasting impression—and to remember what the holidays are truly about—is by leaving an olfactory trail that captures the essence of the Yuletide season.
5 Fragrances That Capture the Holiday Spirit
Maison Margiela Replica's By the Fireplace
There’s a distinct kind of warmth that cuts through the crisp air of the -ber months, and Maison Margiela Replica's By the Fireplace captures it with precision. The fragrance blends smoky woods, roasted chestnuts, and a soft sweetness that instantly recalls familiar comforts. Each spritz feels like settling into a well-worn armchair beside a quiet fire—unhurried, grounding, and unmistakably cozy. It’s the scent of winter evenings spent wrapped in a blanket.
Top notes: Pink Pepper, Orange Flower Petals, Clove Oil
Heart notes: Chestnut Accord, Gaïac Wood Oil, Cade Oil
Base notes: Vanilla Accord, Peru Balsam, Cashmeran
Kilian's Angels’ Share
Hear the angels sing with Angels’ Share by Kilian. Encapsulating Kilian Hennessy’s inheritance of savoir-faire in cognac-making, the intoxicating fragrance has seamless blends of cinnamon, praline, and vanilla—a delicious concoction worth praising in itself. It undeniably suits the times you’ll be up to witness night turn into dawn.
Top notes: Cognac
Heart notes: Oak, Cinnamon
Base notes: Tonka Bean, Sandalwood
GP Fragrances' Eclat Noir
No celebration in the Philippines ever feels complete without cake, and Eclat Noir by GP Fragrances leans into that familiar tradition. Inspired by the sweet symbol of success, it recalls a lavish Black Forest torte—rich, dark, and just a touch indulgent. Rum and cognac add a sophisticated edge, giving the scent its quietly seductive depth. True to its dessert-like imagery, Eclat Noir unfolds in layers, revealing facets that feel both celebratory and confidently grown-up.
Top notes: Cedar, Cherry
Heart notes: Cognac, Patchouli
Base notes: Amber, Rum, Vanilla
MCM's Jolly Rabbit
The holidays are the perfect time to step back and appreciate the positivity and vitality that our lives have been carrying throughout the year. With this, MCM’s Jolly Rabbit captures the playful nature of joy springing forth as we wake up to a fresh, new day. The scent is an embodiment of the season’s lively energy, serving as an invitation to reconnect with ourselves and embrace life’s simple pleasures. Citrus, floral, and green, the fragrance is a sure way to greet the holidays with a good morning.
Top notes: Orange, Lemon, Red Currant
Heart notes: Ginger, Neroli, Jasmine Petals
Base notes: Ambrox, Guiacwood, Vetiver
Rabanne's 1 Million Elixir
Like a bright star guiding your direction, 1 Million Elixir by Rabanne captures the magic of a unique journey. Its rich composition awakens thrilling sensations, with thoughtfully hand-picked ingredients like Turkish Damascena rose, osmanthus, and wild-grown tonka beans. If anything, the illuminating fragrance proves that scents and stories go hand in hand.
Top notes: Davana, Apple
Heart notes: Turkish Damascena Rose, Osmanthus, Cedarwood
Base notes: Vanilla Absolute, Tonka Bean, Patchouli
Fragrances to Wear for the Holidays
Kyla Villena loves a good lip gloss and a trip to the art gallery. She is Preview's beauty girl, who doubles as a self-proclaimed motivational speaker.