Attention fragrance lovers: countless Black Friday perfume deals have already gone live, discounting best-selling eau de parfums, eau de toilettes, colognes, aftershaves, body mists and everything in-between. So whether you’re eyeing a luxe perfume that’s been sitting in your wishlist for far too long or if you’re considering to adopt a new signature scent – your timing couldn’t be better.
Thanks to the annual Cyber Week shopping extravaganza, you can take advantage of some seriously impressive early Black Friday beauty deals in the lead up to the big day (AKA November 25th). Exhibit A: John Lewis is currently offering 20% off on a full range of fragrance brands, including the likes of YSL, Tom Ford, Calvin Klein, KAYALI and Carolina Herrera. And it doesn’t stop there. Everyone from LookFantastic and Amazon to Boots and Space NK are also participating in the Black Friday sale, which means we’re absolutely spoilt for choice.
As a bit of a fragrance geek who has reported on Black Friday deals for the past few years, I actively look forward to Black Friday fragrance deals and am pretty clued up on what’s hot.
To help you make your choice, I’ve cherry-picked all the best Black Friday perfume deals that are genuinely worth the investment. I’m bookmarking everything from the viral scents that I’ve spotted on #PerfumeTok approved (hi, Cloud by Ariana Grande) to some of the more expensive eau de parfums to wear on special occasions (did anyone say Baccarat Rouge 540 by MFK?). Whether you’re a gourmand lover, a fan of citrusy and fruity fragrances, or someone who loooves a musky scent, there’s something out there for all tastes and preferences. Here’s everything you need to know.
Best Black Friday perfume deals of 2023 at a glance:
Side note: perfumes are always a safe option for Christmas gift shopping, so if you wanted to to secure one as a gift for her – whether that be Christmas gifts for mums, gifts for girlfriends or best friend gifts – make sure not to sleep on these ££-saving offers (P.S. are plenty of perfume gift sets in this edit too, so that you can spoil your loved ones rotten).
Best Black Friday perfume deals under £30
The best bit about Black Friday deals is that you can save a fortune and get your hands on a number of options below £30. That includes the iconic Ariana Grande Cloud perfume, which is undoubtedly one of the best-selling celebrity fragrances around. Rounding out the list of the best perfumes are the Calvin Klein CKIN2U and the Clinique Happy eau de parfum, both of which are sophisticated, bright and can be used as an everyday scent.
Otherwise, we’ve also spotted some of the best affordable perfumes discounted on Amazon, including the Joop! Homme, which is a great unisex fragrance that features notes of vanilla, orange blossom, bergamot, jasmine and cardamom – in other words, a fabulous gourmand fragrance that’s perfectly suitable for the office.
Best Black Friday perfume deals under £50
Now, as someone who owns quite a few perfumes, I just had to toss in several of my own personal favourites in this edit. That includes the KAYALI Musk 12 eau de parfum, which features notes of vanilla, lotus flower, jasmine and sandalwood and is perfect for layering with other fragrances to create your own unique concoction. Some other inclusions on this list are Marc Jacobs Daisy and Carolina Herrera GOOD GIRL, both of which make for incredibly stylish additions to virtually any vanity table.
If you’re someone who loves a fruity scent, you must check out the Dolce & Gabbana L’Imperatrice, which also happens to be discounted in the lead up to Black Friday. It’s a stunning fruity fragrance that has notes of Kiwi, Rhubarb and Watermelon – yum! A perfect option for a holiday. Unsurprisingly, the Lancome La Vie est Belle is also part of this edit, and it’s a cult-favourite and one of the best sweet perfumes around. So if you’re a fan of vanilla, praline and patchouli, you won’t be disappointed.
Speaking of all-time classics, Jimmy Choo I Want Choo eau de parfum is also on sale for 20% off as part of the John Lewis Black Friday beauty sale. If you’re someone who gravitates towards floral fragrances, you’ll definitely enjoy this fragrance. Featuring notes of Peach, Mandarin, Jasmine, Red Lily and Vanilla, this perfume is ideal for any occasion (be it a date or a girls’ night)
Best Black Friday perfume deals under £100
It should come as no surprise that most fragrances tend to be quite pricey outside of discount season. That’s part of the what makes Black Friday so special, since it gives you the chance to enjoy some bestsellers like the YSL Black Opium and Chanel Coco Mademoiselle at a much more palatable price. And that’s not all – some fragrances, including Mugler Angel, come in refillable bottles, meaning once you run out, you can buy refills and save even more money. Bargains all around.
You don’t need me to tell you about just how good the YSL Libre is. In fact, it’s one of the best designed fragrances around, and for a good reason. If you’re after a scent that will give off “clean-girl” energy all around and one that also screams elegance, the YSL Libre is definitely worth adding to your fragrance collection. The best part? For a limited time only, LookFantastic has discounted this viral fragrance by 20%, meaning you can snap up the 30ml bottle for as low as £52. Run, don’t walk.
As far as viral fragrances go, it’s hard to beat the iconic Valentino Born in Roma. If you’re on the hunt for a new signature scent, this gourmand fragrance is definitely a solid contender. Featuring luxurious notes of vanilla bourbon, this scent is also complemented by its woody base and just a sprinkle of jasmine. Hands down, one of the best fragrances around.
This wouldn’t really be a perfume edit without the Prada Paradoxe, now, would it? A firm favourite in the GLAMOUR office, this gorgeous scent is ideal for anyone who tends to reach for sweet fragrances that are not too overpowering. It opens with gentle notes of pear, tangerine and bergamot, before settling into orange blossom, vanilla and musk – a beautiful bouquet to wear as your 9-5 eau de parfum.
After a fragrance that will give off “it girl” energy? Say no more. We highly recommend checking out the Narciso Rodriguez for Her and the Gucci Flora Gorgeous Gardenia eau de pafrum, both of which happen to be discounted by a whole 20% (yes, really). Not to mention, the beauty of floral scents is that you can easily wear them all year round. Layer them up with a musky base and you’ll have everyone asking you “what are you wearing?” – AKA the biggest compliment for any perfume lover.
Best Black Friday perfume deals under £200
If there’s a fragrance you’ve been eyeing for a while, now’s the time to strike. For example, the iconic Tom Ford Black Orchid is on sale as part of Black Friday sales and makes for an incredibly generous fragrance gift for your loved ones (or yourself, no judging). Then there’s Kilian’s Love, Don’t Be Shy, which contains addictively beautiful notes of neroli and orange blossom. Seriously, what’s not to love?
What is Black Friday?
Black Friday is, in short, a day-long shopping bonanza which originated in the U.S. as a post-Thanksgiving opportunity to stock up on the best Christmas gifts for less. It’s huge here in the UK too, and it sees countless of retailers reduce the prices of their stock in a way they don’t on any other day of the year. Long story short, it’s one of the best times to get your hands on women’s fragrances from perfume brands such as DKNY, Hugo Boss, Versace, Acqua di Parma, Davidoff, Jean Paul Gaultier, Moschino, Issey Miyake, Givenchy, Montblanc and more.
When is Black Friday?
This year, Black Friday falls today, on Friday 25 November. Cyber Monday follows closely on Monday 28 November. It’s the biggest discount shopping event, offering savings all across beauty, tech, fashion and interiors. It sees many of our favourite makeup and skincare brands such as Estee Lauder, Elizabeth Arden, Lancome, Charlotte Tilbury, Glossier and others introduce discounts for a variety of perfumes, lotions, moisturisers, haircare products and even bath essentials such as shower gels and face washes – really, the only limit is your imagination.
Curious to see more Black Friday content? Read up on the best Amazon Black Friday deals, the best ASOS Black Friday deals and the best Black Friday hair dryer deals – all active right now. And don’t forget to check out our list of the best beauty advent calendars before they go out of stock.
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