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Naomi Jamieson

The 6 'outdated' perfume trends we'll be avoiding this year and what to spritz instead

A stock image of a single, glass perfume bottle pictured on a white, linen bedding background and featured in a cream template with pink swirly lines and stock images of a milk spill, brown sugar cubes and white florals to demonstrate the 'outdated' and trending notes of 2026. .

While perfume is subjective, some notes and concepts appeal to the masses more than others. Much like with fashion trends, a fragrance's popularity can ebb and flow - and according to industry pros, 2026 might not be the year for these particular blends...

If you're keen to invest in a new, long-lasting perfume but want to ensure you're selecting something modern and fresh, the 2026 fragrance trends are an invaluable source of intel. So far, they predict the rise in whisper-soft skin scents, mature gourmands, and textural blends - like cashmere perfumes, for instance. Inevitably, though, as some genres rise in popularity, others must dwindle. And while your scent is very much a personal thing, our tastes do change and so does demand, especially when a new year brings with it so many new launches and style shifts. So, if you're someone who likes to update their signature scent often, you may also want to be aware of the blends that are beginning to feel a tad 'outdated.'

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