Boxing Day Fragrance Wishlist: The Must-Buy Scents to Own Before the End of 2025
Boxing Day is more than just a sale—it’s a strategic moment for fragrance lovers to invest in bottles that define the present and future of niche perfumery. As we approach the end of 2025, certain fragrances have proven themselves not as fleeting trends but as modern icons worthy of a permanent place in any curated collection.
From addictive gourmands to powerful extrait de parfums, this Boxing Day wishlist highlights the fragrances you should secure now—before they become harder to find, reformulated, or simply impossible to ignore.
Drunk Lovers by BORNTOSTANDOUT®
Bold, Intimate, Unapologetically Modern
Drunk Lovers is everything contemporary niche perfumery stands for: raw emotion, intimacy, and provocation. This scent blurs the line between skin and perfume, combining sensual warmth with an almost intoxicating closeness.
Why buy before 2025 ends:
- Perfect for collectors seeking something challenging yet wearable
- A signature scent for those tired of safe compositions
This is not a crowd-pleaser—it’s a statement.
Bianco Latte EDP by Giardini di Toscana
The Ultimate Comfort Gourmand
Few fragrances have reached cult status as quickly as Bianco Latte. Creamy, milky, and irresistibly cozy, it has become a reference point for modern gourmands.
Why it belongs on your Boxing Day wishlist:
- One of the most talked-about gourmand fragrances of recent years
- Layering-friendly and seasonless
- A guaranteed compliment-getter without feeling juvenile
If you don’t own Bianco Latte yet, 2025 should not end without it on your shelf.
Intense Instant Crush by Mancera
A Powerhouse With Mass Appeal
Intense Instant Crush takes the DNA of the original and amplifies it—richer, deeper, and more magnetic. It’s bold without being overwhelming and performs exceptionally well in colder months.
Why it’s a smart buy:
- Exceptional longevity and projection
- Ideal for evening wear and special occasions
- A reliable “wow effect” fragrance
This is Mancera at its most confident and refined.
Bois Impérial Extrait by Essential Parfums
A Modern Classic, Reinvented
Bois Impérial Extrait elevates the beloved original into something darker, smoother, and more luxurious. It’s minimalistic yet commanding—a scent that feels effortlessly expensive.
Why it’s essential before 2025 ends:
- A stronger, more refined evolution of a bestseller
- Perfect for lovers of woody, spicy, clean compositions
- Timeless enough to wear for years
This extrait confirms Bois Impérial’s place as a future classic.
Guidance 46 Extrait by Amouage
Luxury, Depth, and Artistic Mastery
Guidance 46 is not just a fragrance—it’s an experience. Dense, opulent, and meticulously crafted, this extrait represents the pinnacle of modern luxury perfumery.
Why it’s a collector’s must-have:
- Exceptional concentration and complexity
- A statement fragrance for true connoisseurs
- Likely to be remembered as one of Amouage’s defining creations
A standout release that highlights the house’s mastery of extrait compositions.
Can’t Get Enough by INITIO Parfums Privés
Addiction Bottled
INITIO does obsession better than almost anyone, and Can’t Get Enough lives up to its name. Sensual, enveloping, and deeply addictive, it’s designed to provoke desire.
Why it belongs in your collection:
- Strong emotional pull and skin chemistry interaction
- Ideal for evenings, dates, and intimate settings
- A signature INITIO scent for 2025 and beyond
If you love fragrances that linger in memory, this one delivers.
Tales of Amber by Goldfield & Banks
Warm, Radiant, Effortlessly Wearable
Tales of Amber offers a modern take on amber—smooth, glowing, and comforting without heaviness. It’s refined, versatile, and unmistakably elegant.
Why it’s worth buying now:
- A universally appealing amber with niche quality
- Perfect for both daily wear and evening use
- A safe yet sophisticated investment fragrance
This is understated luxury done right.
Why Boxing Day Is the Perfect Moment to Invest
Boxing Day is not just about discounts—it’s about curating wisely. These fragrances represent the best of what niche perfumery offers as we close out 2025: originality, craftsmanship, and lasting relevance.
Whether you’re building a serious collection or choosing a signature scent for the years ahead, this wishlist ensures you invest in fragrances that will still matter long after the sale ends. Buy thoughtfully. Wear intentionally. And don’t let 2025 end without at least one of these on your shelf.
At Scentrique, we proudly carry these sought-after niche fragrances for fragrance lovers who value originality and quality. You can explore and purchase these scents in person at our Downtown Vancouver boutique or shop online, making it easy to secure your Boxing Day wishlist favourites before the end of 2025.