It's no secret that suede is having a moment this season. From suede blazers to suede handbags and even suede trousers, we are all incorporating the trend into our autumn/winter wardrobes. However, what if I told you that there was another way to add this trend into your outfits, and that it had nothing to do with fashion at all? Yep, that's right, I'm talking about suede perfumes. These warm, musky, seductive, sophisticated scents are perfect for this time of year and will add a chic finishing touch to any look. They also tend to be some of the most-complimented scents, too—there's something unusual and intoxicating about a suede perfume that makes people sit up and take notice when they smell it on you.
As a fragrance-obsessed beauty editor, I've taken it upon myself to round up some of the best suede perfumes on the market, and I've even consulted an expert to find out more about this trending note. So, keep on scrolling for all the info on suede scents and get ready to take your winter perfume to the next level...
8 Best Suede Perfumes for Autumn/Winter
- Best suede date-night fragrance: Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir (£120)
- Best suede daytime fragrance: Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede (£122)
- Best luxury suede fragrance: Tom Ford White Suede (£222)
- Best rich suede fragrance: Christian Dior Parfums Bois Talisman (£175)
- Best soft suede fragrance: Byredo Animalique (£150)
1. Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir
Key notes: Plum, heliotrope, musc and leather suede accord
This is easily one of the sexiest suede fragrances out there. Juicy plum and sweet heliotrope are mixed with contrasting notes of dark leather and suede for a truly intoxicating finish.
2. Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede
Key notes: Red apple, peony and suede
Next up is an absolute classic. Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede pairs bright, fruity, floral notes with hints of soft, sensual suede. Although this perfume might sound overly sweet, these notes of suede make the fragrance incredibly sophisticated.
3. Tom Ford White Suede
Key notes: Musk, leather, suede, rose and amber
This Tom Ford fragrance is so addictive. Rich notes of leather and suede are beautifully balanced by sweet rose and warm amber. If you want to smell expensive this season, you need to try this scent.
4. Christian Dior Parfums Bois Talisman
Key notes: Cedar, vanilla
This woody scent from Dior packs a seriously expensive-smelling punch, but the addition of vanilla keeps this soft and sweet, delivering a suede-like smoothness with every spray.
5. Byredo Animalique
Key notes: Bergamot, lemon, suede, violet, mimosa, amber, sandalwood, tobacco
This is the kind of citrus scent that takes you on a journey after just one spritz. It opens with fresh, citrusy lemon and bergamot before a heart of floral notes takes over. However, once it settles on the skin, warming suede, amber and tobacco start to come through. This is a complex fragrance that will have you coming back for more and more as you try to figure it out.
6. Ariana Grande Lovenotes Vanilla Suede
Key notes: Italian bergamot, sandalwood, rice milk, vanilla, musk
Celebrity fragrances are often overlooked, but this new scent from Ariana Grande is surprisingly sophisticated. It's a skin scent that opens with sparkling bergamot and creamy sandalwood before warming musk and powdery rice milk cocoon the senses.
7. Liberty Zephirine
Key notes: Fig, cypress, clove, rose centifolia, patchouli, benzoin, suede, vetiver, cedarwood
Liberty fragrances may be beautiful to look at, but the scents are even more exquisite. This perfume is great for those you who prefer a richer fragrance, with hints of fig, suede and cedarwood.
8. Van Cleef & Arpels Collection Extraordinaire Moonlight Patchouli
Key notes: Patchouli, rose, iris, cacao, suede, leather
I've done a whole article on how much I love Van Cleef & Arpels fragrances, and Moonlight Patchouli is no exception. It has floral notes at the core, but hints of cacao, suede and leather give this an expensive-smelling edge.
What Does Suede Smell Like?
"Suede has a distinctive scent profile that is leathery with musky undertones," says Callum Ross, national education manager for Shiseido’s designer fragrance brands. "It also has velvety and soft qualities that are complemented by rich, woody nuances that evoke sensations of warmth, luxury, and sophistication."
According to Ross, these perfumes are perfect for this time of year. "Suede fragrances are great for autumn and winter," he says. "Their smokiness, warmth and softness really suit the colder months. They remind us of romantic, cosy moments sitting by the fireplace, or taking crisp winter walks through the forest."
What Notes Does Suede Work Well With?
"Suede blends well with floral notes such as rose, iris, violet, and jasmine," Ross tells me. "It also pairs beautifully with fruity notes. Additionally, suede complements musky and woody notes, including patchouli, cedarwood, and sandalwood."
You can't forget about vanilla either, which, according to Ross helps to enhance the warm, sweet and rich effect of suede.
How We Tested
As a beauty editor who has a particular affinity for expensive-smelling, sophisticated scents (trust me, I've tried them all), I am the first to spot olfactory characteristics that make perfumes special. I receive hundreds of perfumes every year, straight to my desk, and I know the difference between a suede scent that delivers and one that does not. Trust me, these ones really stand out.
Why Trust Us
At Who What Wear UK, we know that beauty isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our editors have tested thousands of products, including skincare, makeup, hair and nails, over the years and work closely with trusted experts—dermatologists, make-up artists and leading industry insiders—to ensure every guide is well-researched, inclusive and relevant to you.
We focus on formulas that deliver, whether they’re affordable favourites or luxury investments. Our product selection is based on tangible results, ingredient know-how and what we’d truly recommend to a friend.
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