Winter is officially on its way to us, and the new season is marking its arrival with a fresh wave of delightful scents. Before you make your pick, dive in to discover October 2025’s most exciting fragrance launches, now available in the region.
L’Occitane Flora Orchestra
If you love dreamy, heady florals, no one can beat L’Occitane en Provence’s newest offerings. The French favourite is re-envisioning its Flora Orchestra collection of thirteen stunning scents with new packaging that truly celebrates its key ingredients. With new names and a beautiful colour palette, the collection also stands out for a few brand new concoctions. If you’re in the mood for romance, opt for Néroli Orchidée, Rose or Fleurs de Cerisier.
Mind Games Queenside
Founded in 2022 by Alex and Mariana Shalbaf, fragrance house Mind Games blends artistry and storytelling with the launch of its latest creations, Kingside and Queenside. Available exclusively at Bloomingdale’s Dubai and Ounass this October, the new scents celebrate the power and elegance of chess through bold, complex compositions. Each scent showcases exquisite craftsmanship — from Kingside’s warm pistachio and amber rum notes to Queenside’s vibrant blend of lychee, violet, and musk.
Giorgio Armani Sì Eau de Parfum Intense
Giorgio Armani Sì Eau de Parfum Intense
Giorgio Armani’s iconic Sí fragrance gets a makeover this winter. Its bold new interpretation, crafted by Julie Massé, enhances the original perfumes notes with Madagascar vanilla, blackcurrant nectar, rose Damascena, and a suede-like leather accord to create an intense concoction that’s bound to keep you hooked. Personified by brauty ambassador Cate Blanchett, the fragrance also relies on sustainably sourced ingredients — major bonus points.
Guerlain Absolus Allegoria Florabloom
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Guerlain Absolus Allegoria Florabloom
Absolus Allegoria Florabloom by Guerlain takes inspiration from the moonlit superbloom of Chile’s Atacama…
