Top 10 Trending Autumn Fragrances For Men & Women

Autumn is knocking at the door, and there is no better time to refresh your fragrance wardrobe. As you give your Summer scents a much-needed break, you may deliberate on how you can set yourself apart this Autumn.

Treat yourself to a new signature fragrance that will serve as the perfect companion for your apple-picking trips and spiced pumpkin latte runs this Autumn. Here, we have listed options for both men and women. We have also included a few unisex alternatives.

Best Autumn Fragrances For Men

Tom Ford Oud Wood

One of the most iconic masculine fragrances for Autumn, Oud Wood by Tom Ford is a tribute to the precious oud. Smoky, rich, and compelling, the fragrance combines exotic woods and spices in a memorable composition that will keep you warm when the chilly winds of Autumn come by. Dark oud is juxtaposed with creamy sandalwood and fragrant rosewood. The warmth of the amber seeps through the wood and reveals the magical influence of this sensual fragrance. Tom Ford is known for his groundbreaking creations, and Oud Wood is a precious gem on that list.

Bortnikoff Zemfira

There is something to be said about the gorgeous harmony between oud and rose. Stemming from oriental perfumery, this magnificent duo continues to allure perfume enthusiasts. Zemfira is one of those fragrances that are impossible to forget. As the delicate fresh rose comes together with the rich and dark oud, the fragrance settles into a beautifully mysterious scent for the Autumn. This precious combination of Vietnamese oud and Rose de Mai owes its luminance to bergamot and pink pepper, while creamy sandalwood and smooth cedar make a long-lasting base.

The Spirit of Dubai Abraj

The Spirit of Dubai is known for creating gorgeous fragrances themed around its namesake city. Abraj captures the strength and metallic clink of the buildings that dot the Dubai skyline. Evoking strength and passion while celebrating the urban landscape, Abraham opens with an aromatic but bold combination of bergamot and lavender. The sweet and spicy duo of saffron and cardamom at the top effortlessly come together with the floral heart of rose, jasmine, and violet. Cedar and cypress in the heart make for a perfect segue into the chypre base of amber, patchouli, oakmoss, and musk. Sandalwood and vanilla add the slightest touch of sweetness.

Best Autumn Fragrances For Women

Nicolai Fig Tea

If you are irrevocably in love with everything tea, then you need to bring that energy into Autumn. What could be better than this unique perfume that infuses the radiance of fruity floral accords into light and spritely jasmine tea? An uplifting gourmand, this perfume is capable of cheering you up in just one spritz. After opening with sweet fig, the perfume allows the aromatic osmanthus to harmonize with the opulent jasmine at the heart. Airy, honeyed, and altogether delectable, the perfume boasts earthy guaiac wood and warm amber in the base.

Givenchy Ysatis

A luxurious chypre floral that will transport you to an opulent era of pearls and silks, Ysastis makes for the perfect evening fragrance during Autumn. Launched in 1984, it is a light floral for the smart and modern woman who does not hesitate to claim her power. At the heart of this fragrance lies a seductive floral bouquet of rose, ylang ylang, and tuberose. Citruses swirl around this bouquet adding a touch of liveliness, while the woods, oakmoss, and musk ground the fragrance. Warm and cozy amber holds hands with delicious vanilla for a sensual fragrance that draws everyone in.

Xerjoff XXY

An androgynous marvel for every woman who wants to defy societal labels, XXY by Xerjoff is a unique addition to any Autumn fragrance wardrobe. Lively fruity-floral accords are juxtaposed against warm and rich spices for an intriguing fragrance. After opening with light and bright bergamot and grapefruit, the perfume comfortably moves to a peppery heart that, surprisingly, has the sweetness of ylang ylang and opulence of jasmine running through it. Finally, it is the warm base that brings the accords together in a harmonious medley as the creamy sandalwood and sweet vanilla tame the earthy patchouli.

Best Unisex Fragrances

Frederic Malle Portrait of a Lady

Among the few perfumes that are instantly recognized across the world, Portrait of a Lady by Frederic Malle reigns supreme. This Dominique Robin creation is a masterpiece in every sense of the word. An amber floral fragrance named after Henry James’ 1881 novel, Portrait of a Lady is elegance and grace in a bottle. A sophisticated bouquet of Turkish roses is contrasted with an array of spices in this oriental and chypre concoction. Mystical and quite intense, the fragrance has a patchouli heart accented by a delightful combination of blackcurrant and raspberry. Creamy sandalwood and a hint of clove form a bridge between the contrasting notes.

Le Labo Santal 33

Santal 33 captures an intoxicating dream that one cannot snap out of. The brand describes the inspiration behind this magnificent fragrance as: “…the ambition to create an olfactive form inspired by the great American myth still a source of fantasy for the rest of the world…”

Le Labo’s Santal 33 is one of the most well-renowned perfumes in the world, and it deserves every last drop of its glory. Sensual and intoxicating, the fragrance combines spicy cardamom with powdery, comforting violet and iris. Sweet sandalwood and earthy cedar lead the way to the medley of spicy, leathery, and musky notes that make this fragrance so oddly comforting but luxurious.

Mancera Cedrat Boise

A luminous fragrance that is equally sensual, Cedrat Boise is a citrus-aromatic scent created by Pierre Montale in 2011. It is loved even today as it boasts a wonderful contrast between delectable fruits and cold spices. What sets this fragrance apart from other Autumn scents is that the fragrance feels cool and seductive. With a vibrant opening of citrus fruits and lush blackcurrant, the perfume goes on to embrace earthy patchouli and exotic spices. The luxurious jasmine in the alluring heart engages in a delicate dance with the smooth leather and sweet vanilla at the base.

Gucci Memoire d’Une Odeur

Created by Alberto Morillas and introduced by Gucci in 2019, Mémoire d’une Odeur opens with calming chamomile and a hint of bitter almond. Jasmine dominates the heart and forms a sensual combination with musk. The warm and creamy duo of sandalwood and vanilla sits comfortably against the cedar to recreate the feeling of a hug from your favorite person.

According to Alessandro Michele,

“When we began to work on Gucci Mémoire d’une Odeur, I tried to imagine the recollection of a scent that couldn’t easily be identified; a hybrid scent that resembles memory as much as possible.”

Gucci Mémoire d’une Odeur goes the extra mile of establishing a new olfactive family named Mineral Aromatic, with the Roman chamomile being the star of the show.

So, what will be your Autumn pick?