Ready for a Christmas movie binge? We've got a little bit of everything, including the classics, the oddballs, and the ones that leave us questioning our festive traditions. Plus, as always, we've got fragrances to match each flick
1. The Polar Express
Fragrance Match: Gingerbread & Fir Balsam
The Polar Express is all about wonder, magic, and the endless possibility of childhood belief. A train ride to the North Pole is a trip through every possible childhood fantasy. This movie gives you all the feels, from the charm of Santa’s workshop to the nostalgia of Christmas.
For this one, gingerbread brings that familiar warmth and festive sweetness, while fir balsam adds the crisp, evergreen scent of winter. It’s the perfect mix of cozy, whimsical, and holiday-spirit-filled.
2. How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Fragrance Match: Smoked Leather & Pine Needles
The Grinch is a classic tale of redemption, wrapped in a whole lot of snark and Christmas chaos. Jim Carrey’s Grinch is a blend of cynical humor and heartwarming change, and the whole thing is a riot of color, mischief, and unexpected moments of sweetness.
For the Grinch, we’re going with something that matches the transformation from grumpy recluse to the beloved holiday hero. Smoked leather gives off that rugged, "I hate Christmas" ambiance, while pine needles bring the fresh, wild scent of the mountain—the perfect match for a villain who lives outside society, only to find a love for Christmas (and a heart that grows a whopping three sizes).
3. The Nightmare Before Christmas
Fragrance Match: Spiced Plum & Black Currant
Tim Burton's quirky masterpiece balances Halloween and Christmas in a way that only he can. Jack Skellington’s foray into the holiday season is filled with whimsy, a bit of chaos, and lots of spooky charm.
Spiced plum gives off that deep, mysterious sweetness, and black currant adds a touch of dark fruitiness—sophisticated, rich, and just the right amount of haunting. This fragrance is for those who live for the intersection of spooky and festive.
4. A Christmas Carol
Fragrance Match: Sandalwood & Sweet Tobacco
Scrooge's transformation from miserable jerk to reformed soul is one of the most iconic holiday story arcs. The Muppets bring a fun twist to this classic, but it still carries all the heart of Dickens’ original tale: grumpy and greedy old man meets ghosts, changes his ways, and finally embraces Christmas cheer.
For this, we’re going with sandalwood’s, warm notes and the slightly smoky scent of tobacco. These fragrance notes are refined but with just enough rough edges to capture the "before" and "after" of this Christmas classic.
5. Die Hard
Fragrance Match: Citrus & Gunpowder
There’s a debate here, but let’s be real: Die Hard is a Christmas movie, and no holiday movie list would be complete without it. Bruce Willis battling terrorists, saving the day, and delivering snarky one-liners—what’s not to love? It’s fast-paced, full of adrenaline, and just the right amount of holiday chaos.
Citrus is a bright note that captures the feeling of Christmas morning, and gunpowder brings the raw intensity of an action-packed thriller.
6. Home Alone
Fragrance Match: Cinnamon & Pinewood
Nothing says Christmas quite like the sheer chaos of a kid left home alone. Kevin fends off burglars, sets booby traps, and wins the holiday with pure grit and determination. This movie is as much about family as it is about unexpected victories.
For this one, cinnamon brings in that cozy, warm holiday scent, while pinewood reminds you of the classic Christmas tree. It’s a simple combination, but it works!
7. Gremlins
Fragrance Match: Coconut & Leather
Christmas gets a little…weird when a cute, innocent mogwai turns into an out-of-control gremlin. But that’s what makes Gremlins such a memorable holiday film. This movie takes a beloved holiday and turns it into something offbeat, fun, and strange.
For this, we’re pairing the creamy sweetness of coconut (like the mogwai’s cute, harmless beginning) with the potent scent of leather (for when things inevitably get out of hand).
8. Frosty the Snowman
Fragrance Match: Winter Mint & White Musk
The joy of Frosty’s magical, snowman spirit lives in every joyful laugh and snow-covered scene. It’s lighthearted and full of childlike wonder, with a little bit of magic mixed in.
Winter mint brings that clean, fresh chill of snow and crisp winter air, while white musk adds a soft, powdery finish. It’s a fresh, uplifting combo that perfectly matches the holiday cheer and innocence of this film.
9. Little Women
Fragrance Match: Rosemary & Bergamot
While not your typical Christmas movie, Little Women brings the heart and soul of the holidays in every scene. The March sisters’ strength, love, and joy despite their struggles are what make this film classic. It’s a story of sisterhood, resilience, and love wrapped in the quiet coziness of a home during the holidays.
Rosemary provides the herbal, grounding scent of home and family. Bergamot, on the other hands, adds a touch of brightness, like the glimmers of hope that shine through in difficult times.
10. A Charlie Brown Christmas
Fragrance Match: Pine & Almond Blossom
Charlie Brown’s Christmas struggle is one of the most heartwarming stories about finding meaning in the season. With Snoopy, Linus, and the rest of the gang, this film reminds us to keep it simple and focus on what matters.
For A Charlie Brown Christmas, pine brings that classic Christmas tree scent to represent the simplicity of the holiday. Almond blossom adds a hint of sweetness. It reminds us of the gentle, innocent side of Christmas that is sometimes easy to forget amongst the chaos.
11. Elf
Fragrance Match: Sugar Cookie & Pineapple
Buddy the Elf is all about unabashed joy, enthusiasm, and a love for Christmas that's borderline excessive. Will Ferrell’s hilarious portrayal of a man-child in a world full of Christmas misfits is as sweet and silly as it gets.
Sugar cookie brings that over-the-top sweetness of Buddy’s world, while pineapple adds a tropical burst of freshness, like Buddy’s infectious optimism. This aroma is just like Buddy: loud, joyful, and fun!
Final Thoughts
There you have it: the perfect lineup of Christmas films! Whether you're looking for something heartwarming, action-packed, or just a little bit weird, there's a fragrance to match.
Pop some popcorn, pour your favorite holiday drink, and let these scents enhance the magic of the season!
