7 trendy perfumes loved by your favourite K-Pop stars in the UAE, 2025

Want to smell like your favourite K-Pop idols without the hassle of worldwide tours? From the bold confidence of BTS to the fresh charm of TXT, these 7 iconic perfumes are the real backstage pass to star power. Handpicked for 2025 and available right here in the UAE, these fragrances capture everything from sweet and playful to dark and mysterious vibes. So, subtle hint or full-on signature scent status, these picks will have you turning heads like a K-Pop main stage moment and you don't even need moves for it.

1) Suga, BTS Paco Rabanne Invictus

Suga doesn’t just drop bars, he leaves a trail of Invictus behind. The BTS rapper, known for his brooding genius and quietly magnetic stage presence, is believed to strongly favour Paco Rabanne’s Invictus, a bold, clean scent that hits as hard as his verses. Fans have clocked the iconic bottle in his collection more than once, and honestly, it makes perfect sense. Invictus opens with a punch of grapefruit and marine notes, before settling into warm woods and ambergris, fresh, confident, and a little dangerous.

2) Jin, BTS, Diptyque Philosykos Eau De Toilette

This cult-favorite Parisian fragrance house has found a loyal fanbase in K-pop royalty, including BTS’s Jin, who’s famously known to wear Philosykos by Diptyque. The fig tree–inspired scent has also made its way onto the vanities of stars like Girls’ Generation’s Yuri, ex-NU’EST heartthrob Hwang Minhyun, and Ateez’s Wooyoung.

What makes Philosykos a K-idol favorite? It’s a fresh, green burst of summer in a bottle, opening with lush fig, mellowing into creamy coconut milk, and finishing with warm cedar and woody notes.

3) Karina, aespa: Jo Malone Blackberry & Bay Eau De Cologne

Jo Malone fragrances are practically a celebrity staple, and yes, that includes the K-pop world. Karina from aespa is known to gravitate toward one of the house’s boldest blends: Blackberry & Bay. It’s not your typical fruity scent. This cologne opens with a sharp, juicy burst of blackcurrant buds, softened by herbal bay leaves and anchored by a dry-down of earthy cedarwood.

It’s no wonder NCT’s Taeyong and BTS’s Suga (Yoongi) are also fans. Blackberry & Bay leans juicy, green, and quietly confident—more moody twilight than bubbly brunch. The result: A fragrance that’s fresh, unisex, and perfect for after-hours cool.

4) Le Sserafim’s Yunjin, Huda KAYALI Yum Pistachio

Perfume layering isn’t just a trend, it’s a personal art form, and Yunjin of LE SSERAFIM has it down to a science. She begins with a generous spritz of Kayali’s Yum Pistachio Gelato, a playful, ultra-sweet scent that smells like dessert in a bottle, pistachio ice cream, roasted hazelnuts, whipped cream, sweet rum, marshmallow, and cotton candy.

But then she throws a curveball: Diptyque’s Philosykos, a fresh, woody fig fragrance inspired by sun-warmed fig trees and creamy cedarwood. Somehow, the decadence of gelato layered with earthy fig works. As Yunjin puts it, this unexpected pairing gives her a sense of peace.

5) (G)I-dle’s Minnie, Lancôme Idôle Now Eau De Parfum

Lancôme’s Idôle Eau de Parfum is a modern floral fragrance that puts roses on a pedestalliterally. With four types of roses sourced from two regions and extracted using three different techniques, this perfume is a celebration of complexity and craftsmanship. It opens with a fresh burst of pear, bergamot, and pink pepper before blooming into a heart of rose and jasmine, grounded by soft white musk and a whisper of vanilla.

6) Beomgyu, TXT, Versace Bright Crystal by for Women - Eau de Toilette

Versace’s Bright Crystal is a go-to pick for fans of fresh, fruity-floral scents—without the hefty price tag. Among its loyal users is TXT’s Beomgyu, who once revealed it as one of his must-have items. The fragrance bursts open with juicy pomegranate, melts into a floral heart of peony, magnolia, and lotus, and settles into a soft base of amber and musk. Light and effortlessly wearable, Bright Crystal is often praised for how well it adapts to any skin type and occasion—making it a timeless, crowd-pleasing favourite.

7) Jay, Enhypen, Le Labo Santal 33 Eau De Parfum

Le Labo’s cult-favourite Santal 33 has carved out a loyal following in the K-pop world—and for good reason. Known for its warm, smoky edge, this unisex fragrance is a signature scent of Jay from ENHYPEN, who’s often spotted wearing it in the summer. Santal 33 captures the essence of rugged landscapes and crackling campfires, opening with spicy cardamom and soft floral notes of iris and violet. It then settles into a bold mix of Australian sandalwood, cedarwood, leather.