Ffern: Winter 25

Overview

Ffern Winter 25 is a well-crafted seasonal fragrance that captures the essence of a crisp, frosted landscape. Unlike the warm, spicy compositions we often associate with winter, Winter 25 takes a refreshing approach, offering a sparkling, chilled interpretation of the season.

There’s an invigorating brightness in the opening that feels like stepping outside into a snow-covered world, where the air is fresh and clean, and every breath carries a sense of clarity. From the outset it sparkles with an almost icy effervescence..

The composition has a chilled nature with subtle layers of complexity. There’s a crispness that feels like frosted pine or freshly fallen snow, but it’s complemented by soft, grounding notes that prevent it from feeling too stark or cold. There is a light lemon-led citrus note in the opening, which dissipates on the skin. This isn’t a fragrance that wraps you in warmth, it has a reflective quality that evokes the beauty of winter mornings, where sunlight glistens on frost, and the world feels serene.

The Notes

• Top notes: Pink Pepper, Bitter Orange, Green Mandarin, Lemon, Saffron, Peppermint, Lime

• Heart notes: May Rose, Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Neroli, Palmarosa

• Base notes Lavender, Rock rose, Red Cedar, Vetiver, Jasmine Sambac

Projection & Longevity
The projection is moderate, creating a silage that is intimate rather than overpowering. Longevity is fairly short, with the scent lasting on the skin for around 2hrs before fading.

Who is it for?
Winter 25 is ideal for those who embrace winter’s more contemplative and refreshing aspects. It’s good for someone who enjoys natural and nature-inspired fragrances and wants something that reflects the season without veering into the usual warm, spicy territory.

Final Thoughts
Ffern Winter 25 feels like a poetic ode to the season, a fragrance that captures winter’s outdoor sparkling beauty rather than its indoor cozy comforts. While it might not be everyone’s idea of a winter scent, it offers something memorable. It is a composition that feels crisp, elegant, and reflective.

Would I wear it daily? Unlikely, But on days when I want to feel refreshed and inspired by the crispness of a winter morning, it’ll be an excellent choice.

Star rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)

Review disclosure:

Review bottle was a 30ml / 1 fl oz eau de parfum, bought at full price as a member of the Ffern ledger.