It might feel like we're jumping the gun, but let's be real—fragrance advent calendars are one of the most exciting parts of the holiday season. This year, more brands than ever are getting in on the action, offering up calendars packed exclusively with perfumes, and I, for one, am absolutely here for it. I’ve always had a soft spot for the mini fragrance vials tucked into beauty advent calendars, so a whole calendar dedicated to perfumes? Yes, please.
Fragrance advent calendars let you dive into the world of luxury and niche perfumes, giving you the chance to experiment with a range of scents without committing to full bottles. From tiny travel-size sprays that slip easily into your purse to full-sized surprises, they’re a more affordable—and much more fun—way to explore fragrance. And who wouldn’t love waking up to a new scent every day in the lead-up to the holidays?
What makes them even more exciting is the variety they offer. Depending on which brand you go for, you’ll get a carefully curated selection that might include cult classics or even TikTok sensations. If you're lucky, you'll get a mix of perfumes, candles, and maybe even some scented body care. Diptyque, for example, doesn’t just stop at their signature eau de toilette—they throw in candles and luxurious body products, too. Meanwhile, retailers like Harvey Nichols are showcasing top-tier names like Byredo and Parfums de Marly. This year’s advent calendars are elevating the fragrance experience beyond just perfume.
Now, if you’re wondering how we decided which ones made the cut for the best fragrance advent calendars of 2024, we’ve done the work for you. As beauty editors with an eye (and nose) for the best, we managed to get a sneak peek at some of the most anticipated releases. We’ve examined the value of each calendar, noting how many full-sized products are included, and whether they offer a mix of fragrance with makeup, skincare, and other treats. So whether you’re a perfume connoisseur or just looking for a new favourite, you’ll be well-prepared to grab one of the best fragrance advent calendars before they inevitably sell out.
Harvey Nichols 12 Days Of Fragrance
The perfect perfumed Christmas countdown has landed.
Worth over £730, this exclusive 12 Days of Fragrance Advent Calendar celebrates the art of perfumery and offers an opportunity to sample cult fragrances from the biggest names in beauty – perhaps you’ll even find a new signature scent.
Featuring Creed, BYREDO, Maison Crivelli, Parfums de Marly, Xerjoff, Frederic Malle and more, open your way to a specially-curated selection of some of the most-loved fragrances over 12 days of Christmas – including 17 products from hero fragrance brands.
And if that wasn't already enough to get you in the festive spirit, one in every 100 12 Days of Fragrance Advent Calendars will include a Harvey Nichols Gift Card, worth £165.
Penhaligons Baker’s Box of Delights
From the fragrant bakery of William Penhaligon himself. Twenty-four scented treats still warm from the oven, ready to whet one’s appetite this festive season. that’s as delightful as a fresh-baked pastry.
Penhaligon's Advent Calendar 2024 contains:
Elisabethan Rose EDP 5ml, Halfeti EDP 10ml, Xmas 2024 Charm, Lord George EDP 10ml, Halfeti Body Lotion 30ml, Quercus EDC 10ml, Roanoke Ivy 35g, Penhaligon's Al Ula EDP 5ml, Duchess Rose EDP 10ml, Halfeti Body Wash 30ml, Endymion EDC 5ml, Empressa EDP10ml, Halfeti Hand Cream 10ml, Comoros Pearl 35g, Mr Sam EDP 10ml, Halfeti Leather EDP 5ml, Eau The Audacity EDP 10ml, Quercus Mini Soap 30gr, Juniper Sling EDT 10ml, Empressa Body Wash 30ml, Maduro Leaf Candle 35g, Highgrove EDP 10ml, Luna EDT 30ml, Festive Folly Candle 35g.
Rituals Premium Advent Calendar
Amidst the rush of holiday festivities, it’s important to slow down and treasure the meaningful moments to be found in the everyday. Step into the enchanting world of our Dutch heritage through our new Premium Advent village, an artistic portrayal of Amsterdam and its canals. Exclusive to this calendar, find 7 full-sized products, four Advent candles, and iconic bestsellers for body and home, limited editions and Private Collection.
Amsterdam Collection Body Mist 20ml
Fortune Balms - Repair for giftset
Sticks for Mini Fragrance Sticks Private Collection Black
The Ritual of Mehr Body Cream 100ml
Suede Vanilla Mini Fragrance Sticks Bottle
Hourglass
The Ritual of Ayurveda Instant Care Hand Lotion
Advent Mini Candle Private Collection - Sweet Jasmine
Advent Mini Candle Private Collection - Suede Vanilla
The Ritual of Hammam Body Lotion Mousse
The Ritual of Sakura Shampoo & Body Bar 10g
Precious Amber Hand Wash 110ml
Precious Amber Hand Balm 85ml
Travel - Nuit de l’Himalaya
The Fragrance Shop Advent Calendar
Start the countdown to Christmas with the luxurious perfumes and aftershaves that make up this amazing fragrance advent calendar.
This calendar contains:
Rabanne Lady Million Eau de parfum 5ml
Rabanne 1 Million Eau de Toilette 5ml
Ikon 914 Eau de Parfum 20ml
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush Elixir 7ml
Narciso Rodriguez All Of Me Intense Eau de Parfum 10ml
Montblanc Explorer Eau de Parfum 4.5ml
Made By Zen Black Signature Fragrance Oil 15ml
Missguided Babe Power Eau de Parfum 10ml
Missguided Babe Night Eau de Parfum 10ml
DKNY 24/7 Eau de Parfum 7ml
Lacoste Original Eau de Toilette 4.5ml
Max Benjamin Scented Card
Twist & Spritz Atomiser 8ml
Issey Miyake Les Eaux de Matiere Solar Violet Eau de Toilette 10ml
Stoneglow Seasalt & Oakmoss Mini Candle
Moschino Toy 2 Pearl Eau de Parfum 5ml
Michael Kors Pour Femme Eau de Parfum 5ml
Michael Kors Pour Homme Eau de Parfum 5ml
DSquared2 Icon Pour Homme Eau de Parfum 5ml
DSquared2 Icon Pour Femme Eau de Parfum 5ml
The Fragrance Shop Voucher
Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild Eau de Parfum 4ml
Hugo Boss BOSS Bottled Eau de Toilette 5ml
Ghost Deep Night Eau de Toilette 10ml
Ted Baker Elodie Eau de Toilette 15ml
Diesel D Red Eau de Parfum 10ml
24 Gold Eau de Toilette 50ml
Jo Loves Advent Calendar
The highly coveted Jo Loves Advent Calendar has returned in another iconic design. You're invited to experience the magic of the season through Jo's cherished family ski trip to the enchanting mountains of Whistler. Behind each intricately designed door, you’ll not only find our best selling fragrances but exclusive products making their grand debut as well as seven full-size scented products with a value of over £750. You’ll be among the first to experience our soon-to-launch Black Cashmeran & Tonka A Fragrance Paintbrush™ and our exclusive candle scent; Salted Caramel, a delightful indulgence that adds a touch of sweetness to the winter nights. Behind door 25, the exclusive Ski Pass will give you £118/ $162 off of your next purchase, ensuring your personal scent journey continues beyond the festive season. Contents
Amber Lime & Bergamot A Bath & Shower Gel 75ml
Jo By Jo Loves A Body Lotion 75ml
Salted Caramel A Candle 70g
Mango Thai Lime A Fragrance 10ml
Plum Pudding A Candle 70g
Pomelo A Hand Cream 30ml
Rose Petal 25 A Fragrance Paintbrush™ 7ml
Mulled Wine A Candle 70g
Jo By Jo Loves A Bath & Shower Gel 75ml
Ebony & Cassis A Fragrance 10ml
Seville Orange & Neroli A Hand Sanitiser & Hand Lotion Duo
Jo By Jo Loves A Fragrance 10ml
Fig Trees A Lifestyle Fragrance 15ml
White Rose & Lemon Leaves A Bath & Shower Gel 75ml
Amber, Lime & Bergamot A Body Lotion 75ml
Pomelo A Body Créme 50ml
Pomelo A Fragrance Paintbrush™ 7ml
Mango Thai Lime A Hand Cream 30ml
Amber, Lime & Bergamot A Fragrance Paintbrush™ 7ml
White Rose & Lemon Leaves A Body Créme 50ml
Black Cashmeran & Tonka A Fragrance 10ml
Grapefruit A Hair Mist 14ml, Amber
Lime & Bergamot A Candle 70g
Black Cashmeran & Tonka A Fragrance Paintbrush ™ 7ml
Jo Loves Voucher Apres Ski Pass (£118/ $162)
Aqua di Parma Holiday 2024
25 special treats in this luxury Advent Calendar presented in a handcrafted box that glimmers in sprinkled gold colour patterns by celebrated architect and designer India Mahdavi.
Quercia 12ml, Zafferano eau de parfum 12ml
Magnolia Infinita eau de parfum 12ml
Oud eau de parfum 12ml
Luce di Rosa eau de parfum 12ml
Colonia Essenza eau de cologne 12ml
Colonia C.l.u.b. eau de cologne 12ml
Mirto di Panarea eau de toilette 12ml
Fico di Amalfi eau de toilette 12ml
Arancia di Capri eau de toilette 12ml
Mandarino di Sicilia eau de toilette 12ml
Magnolia Infinita hand cream 30ml
Luce di Rosa body cream 15ml
Yuzu body cream 15ml
Colonia body lotion 40ml
Arancia di Capri body lotion 40ml
Colonia Bath & shower gel 40ml
Arancia di Capri shower gel 40ml
Colonia soap 50g
Arancia di Capri soap 50g
Bosco Candle 70g
Caminetto candle 28g
Glass Bauble
The Harrods Fragrance Advent Calendar
Already well-acquainted with the selection or en route to discovering a new signature scent? The Harrods fragrance advent calendar provides 12 opportunities for spritzes that will last well beyond the festive season.
Whether you wait patiently for each morning or dive into the full line-up upon arrival, you can expect an enviable selection of fragrances – including Parfums de Marly Oriana, Tiziana Terenzi La Superba Rossa, Etat Libre D'Orange Nostos, Montale Rendez Vous Chez Harrods, Thameen Peregrina and Acqua Di Parma Oud and Zagara – many of which you won’t find anywhere else.
Diptyque Advent Calendar 2024
To celebrate the festive season, Diptyque presents an enchanted interlude, inviting you to discover a world of wonders in the company of artist Lucy Sparrow.
With magic in her fingertips, Sparrow has created an imaginative reinterpretation of the season's classic symbols and the iconic imagery of the Maison. Pine trees, pine cones and gingerbread men mingle with candles and fragrances, all coming to life and transformed by felt. A whirlwind of sensory delights, encouraging you to rediscover your inner child. Make the most of the festivities – and make them last.
Contains:
Sapin (Pine Tree) candle (70 g) Limited Edition
Friandise (Sweet Treat) candle (35 g) Limited Edition
Étoile (Star) candle (35 g) Limited Edition
Baies (Berries) candle (35 g)
Feu de Bois (Wood Fire) candle (35 g)
Narguilé candle (35 g)
Roses candle (35 g)
Mimosa candle (35 g)
Ambre (Amber) candle (35 g)
Pomander candle (35 g)
Odor removing candle with basil (35 g)
Orphéon refillable solid perfume
Odor removing room spray with basil (10 ml)
L’Eau Papier EDT (10 ml)
Do Son EDT (10 ml)
Philosykos EDT (10 ml)
Fleur de Peau EDP (10 ml)
Orphéon EDP (10 ml)
Tam Dao EDP (10 ml)
Eau Rose EDP (10 ml)
Do Son - Scented soap (25 g)
L’Eau Papier cleansing hand and body gel (10 ml)
Fleur de Peau hand and body lotion (10 ml)
Exfoliating hand wash (10 ml)
Set of decorations
Jo Malone London Advent Calendar 2024
Get set for Christmas with the classic countdown. Twenty-five scented surprises await behind its decorative doors. Includes a selection of timeless and seasonal colognes, miniature candles and bath & body favourites in smaller sizes, as well as a Travel Candle and a 30ml festive fragrance
It contains:
Blackberry & Bay Cologne 9ml
Peony & Blush Suede Mini Candle
Fir & Artemisia Cologne 9ml
Poppy & Barley Body & Hand Lotion 50ml
Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne Intense 9ml
English Pear & Freesia Cologne 9ml
English Pear & Freesia Body & Hand Wash 50ml
Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne 9ml
Blackberry & Bay Soap 50g
English Pear & Sweet Pea Cologne 9ml
Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense 9ml
Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense 9ml
Wood Sage & Sea Salt Body Crème 50ml
Wild Bluebell Cologne 9ml
Cypress & Grapevine Body & Hand Wash 50ml
Lime Basil & Mandarin 9ml Cologne
Myrrh & Tonka Mini Candle
Oud & Bergamot Cologne Intense 9ml
Lime Basil & Mandarin Hand Cream 30ml
Orange Bitters Travel Candle
Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense 9ml
Peony & Blush Suede Body Crème 50ml
Pomegranate Noir Mini Candle
Wood Sage & Sea Salt Travel Candle
Orange Bitters Cologne 30ml
