There are perfumes that sit quietly in the room — and then there are perfumes that unsettle you. They can be unnervingly clean, shockingly animalic, or luxuriously dangerous.
I dug through Scentfie’s collection and rounded up ten fragrances that made me pause, double-take, and come back for more. Below you’ll find short scent notes, the mood each creates, and quick tips on when to wear them.
Imagine the crisp, dewy air of a Simbang Gabi dawn—this cologne’s blend of white moss and delicate snowdrop flowers mirrors that fresh, serene start to Filipino Christmas mornings, a secret favorite for its subtle elegance during family traditions.
Sparkling iris and patchouli notes echo the joy of gift-giving and Aguinaldo envelopes, making this uplifting scent a secret purchase for Filipinos embracing the “la vie est belle” spirit during our heartfelt holiday traditions.
Glittering like the lights on a Filipino Christmas tree, this coffee, vanilla, and white flower edition is ideal for those late-night holiday karaoke sessions—a hidden hit for adding allure to our vibrant, family-filled Pasko nights.
Like the refreshing coolness of halo-halo on a warm December night, this icy pear, jasmine, and tonka bean fragrance adds a sparkling twist—Filipinos are quietly carting it for that frosty, elegant sparkle during Christmas Eve feasts.
Bold and playful like the fireworks on New Year’s Eve bridging Christmas into the new year, its iced pomegranate and sparkling jasmine notes capture the energetic spirit of Pinoy holiday parties—secretly topping wish lists for that fun, relatable holiday energy.
Tart redcurrant and nutty green almond evoke the fruity delights of ensaymada and fruit salad at Noche Buena. A fresh, hidden gem that resonates with Pinoy holiday treats and the warmth of extended family bonds.
This enigmatic fragrance fuses neroli, amber, and vanilla musk into a paradoxical blend of freshness and warmth, much like the blend of cool dawn breezes during Simbang Gabi and the cozy heat of family hugs—Filipinos are secretly stashing it for its modern, intriguing holiday allure during Noche Buena.
Bold lavender and orange blossom notes scream freedom and sophistication, evoking the liberating joy of caroling freely through barangay streets— a covert holiday buy for adding an empowering, fiery spark to your Pasko reunions with balikbayans.
Dreamy lavender, coconut, and praline create a fluffy, addictive sweetness like floating on a cloud of holiday cheer, reminiscent of soft puto bumbong treats—secretly popular among younger Filipinos for its whimsical vibe at festive karaoke nights.
A blooming bouquet of peony, rose, and musk bursts with fresh floral elegance, mirroring the vibrant flowers adorning Christmas altars— the perfume everyone’s quietly gifting for its romantic, blooming touch during Aguinaldo surprises and family feasts.
