Let's be honest, finding any discount on luxury scent is a rarity, and even more so when it comes to French fragrance house Diptyque. But, rare doesn't mean impossible. So, with the Black Friday sales just around the corner, we've been scouring the (virtual) shelves to bring you this guide to shopping Diptyque deals as and when they do come up.
It's no exaggeration to say that the best Diptyque perfumes are some of the most sophisticated and elegant scents around. This heritage house is also known for setting trends and creating distinctive blends that don't smell like anybody else's. So if your idea of the best perfume for women is something unique that'll have others asking what you're wearing, Diptyque's selection of luxurious and long-lasting perfumes, as well as the brand's famous candles and home fragrance, is well worth a sniff.
Of course, perfumes this luxurious come with a justifiably high price tag, but at woman&home we're always keen to make a saving where we can. With that in mind, we've rounded up our best shopping tips and top retailers to help you make the most of the best prices on the market. Happy shopping!
Where to shop the best Diptyque deals
- Amazon: Browse a selection of Diptyque's cosy candles and perfumes
- Diptyque: Shop online seasonal offers, including complimentary gifts and this year's sought-after advent calendar
- Farfetch: Discover Diptyque's best-selling candles and scented homeware staples
- Fenwick: Save 10% on your first purchase, including Diptyque when you sign up for the email newsletter
- Harrods: Nab limited-edition candles, moreish scents and bodycare must-haves
- John Lewis: Shop the full Diptyque line, from foamy hand wash to lavish diffusers
- Liberty: Enjoy 15% off your first order with code NEWCUSTOMER15
- Net-A-Porter: Get 10% off your first purchase when you subscribe to email newsletter
- Selfridges: Shop Diptyque's new holiday collection, including their 2024 Advent Calendar exclusive to Selfridges
- Space NK: Save 15% on Diptyque buys in your first order with code FIRST15
Does Diptyque go on sale?
While Diptyque deals are few and far between, there are several occasions where you can snap up a money-saving buy. When scouting out discounts, it's certainly worth checking stockists such as Amazon, Net-A-Porter, Selfridges - especially during a major holiday sale event, like Black Friday weekend, which is very nearly upon us.
When is the best time to buy Diptyque?
If you're looking to buy Diptyque at a discounted price, holiday sales events such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Boxing Day are without a doubt the best time to shop. Not only can you typically find notable savings on the luxury brand's products, but it also makes for the perfect time to shop gifts for your loved ones. With some retailers already kicking off their Black Friday sales, we'll be keeping a close eye on Diptyque stockists for rare deals.
Do Diptique run Black Friday sales?
Speaking of Black Friday, during last year's sale event, we saw sizeable discounts up to £49 off Diptyque Do Son Eau de Toilette at Notino and nearly a £6 price drop on candles. We also spotted brilliant Diptyque deals during last year's Black Friday at Selfridges, with discounts of up to 20% off perfumes, electric wall diffusers, and candles.
What should I buy from Diptyque?
Woman&home's love for Diptyque runs deep - our entire team are big fans of this brand. And while we love pretty much everything this house creates, including the home fragrance and body care, we swear by their perfumes. Our top picks include:
Key Notes: Ambrettolide, pink peppercorns and iris
Key Notes: Bergamot, prickly pear and jasmine
Key Notes: Orange blossom, Angelica root, patchouli and juniper berry
Key Notes: Fig, white cedar, bark and coconut
Key Notes: Mimosa, blonde wood, white musk and rice steam
Key Notes: Sandalwood, rosewood, cypress and ambergris
Group Beauty Director, Sarah Cooper-White, waxes lyrical of the brand: "During my first job as a journalist I was invited to learn about the brand at their iconic store in Paris. If you love Diptyque it's a must-visit - an Aladdin's cave of perfumes and history. I had never experienced anything like it before and I was intoxicated by this world of luxury fragrance. It's a very special memory for me and began my ongoing love affair with this beautiful brand."
"Each fragrance has a rich story, expertly blended with the finest ingredients - and don't get me started on the exquisite branding that was hand-drawn by co-founder Desmond Knox-Leet when the brand launched all those years ago. I love so many of Diptyque's fragrances but if I had to pick one it would be Philosykos, as that's the very first Diptyque perfume I owned. For candles - there are so many, but my absolute favourite would be the classic Figuier. Much copied but never matched."
Woman&home's Digital Beauty Writer, Naomi Jamieson, also swears by Diptyque's Papier scent.
"Every time I catch a whiff of this scent, I'm transfixed and have to take another inhale before I can carry on with my life. Somehow it manages to be both rich and delicate as its notes of white musk and blonde woods envelope you in warmth, with just a hint of soft, floral mimosa.
"This scent makes me feel so chic and I'm always delighted by how well it lingers on my skin throughout the day. I also love to spritz it onto my knit jumpers, as it clings to the fibres and leaves them smelling delicious for the next time I want to wear them."
Can't find the Diptyque deal you want? Try these alternatives
We can appreciate just how rare it is to come across Diptyque deals, so our Digital Beauty Editor, Aleesha Badkar, has selected alternative scents to a few of her favourite Diptyque perfumes for those who want to make a great saving on a special perfume.
As an industry staple this is very rarely included in any deals but does go on sale a little more frequently than Diptyque. It features a woody cedar blend like the warm but fresh Tam Dao, but with a touch of rich sweetness layered over the top.
A lovely holiday-inspired spritz, this boasts smooth Eau de Sens-like citrus notes of neroli, lemon, mandarin, orange flower and bergamot with warm but fragrant heart and base notes of amber, lavender and rosemary.
This budget-friendly skin scent is designed to smell different on everyone, but the overall notes of iris, pink pepper and ambrette seeds give this fragrance a warm and musky floral aroma just like Fleur de Peau.
Why Diptyque is worth buying
Known for their use of high-quality raw ingredients when crafting their products, more specifically the purity of wax used within their candles, Diptyque have gained cult, iconic success in the world of fragrance. It comes as no surprise that the brand's products are loved by luxury fans all over the globe, even royalty, as Harry and Meghan are rumoured to have used Diptyque products at their wedding.
Taking a while to perfect each of their scents, the brand's founders have explained that while they have their classics (Baies being one of the most popular), new scents can take months to create, which points to the time spent building such a quality product. While Diptyque creates enduringly popular perfumes for women, they also offer some of the best men’s colognes on the market too, expanding their fan base further.
We can't talk about the brand's popularity without also giving kudos to their chic aesthetics. Their Parisian-style, minimalist jars and packaging are effortlessly timeless, making a luxury addition to any dressing table, which only heightens their popularity for shoppers on the hunt for gifts.
Can you return Diptyque?
Yes - although we can't imagine you'll want to, Diptyque Paris do offer free returns on any of their products within 28 days from the date of delivery. However, it's worth noting that, as expected, the items must be unused and in their original packaging.
Diptyque also states that they cannot offer exchanges, so if you wish to return your item for something else, you'll have to return your item for a refund and purchase the new item as a separate order. If purchasing Diptyque products from a third-party retailer, then you will have to adhere to their separate returns policies.
What can I expect from Diptyque deals?
Rewinding our brains to the 2023 sales, it was extremely tricky to find Diptyque savings, however, the deals we did notice were from luxury retailers such as Selfridges and Net A Porter.
Albeit rare, we did notice the Diptyque Tempo eau de parfum was reduced by £25, down to £100 from £125, plus we spotted a huge reduction on the Electric Wall Diffuser, going from £90 to £72, a notable £18 discount. Diptyque gift sets also saw some great discounts. In the UK, the Baies Reed Diffuser and Refill set went from £138 to £110.40, saving shoppers £27.60.
If you've had your eye on one of this brand's iconic candles, last year these tended to sport smaller discounts. However, given that Diptyque very rarely runs sales, if you want one, it's still one of the best times to pick them up at a reduced price.
