Choosing a fragrance for someone else requires sensitivity, observation, and a touch of intuition. Below, we conveniently pair fragrance ideas with the specific personality of the one you’re gifting
Purchasing fragrances is a decisive yet personal process that requires some thought—especially when it’s a gift, so it can be tricky to get right. You want to find something that resonates with their personality, matches with their taste, and becomes a fragrant extension of who they are. As the recipient’s scent palette varies, from vanillas, to light and bright florals, to spicy, and warm notes—you’re sure to find one they’ll love in these perfume sets. Here, we rounded up some fragrance notes that vibe with a specific personality. After all, the best gifts are the ones with thought and care behind them.
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For the Signature Scent Searcher
If you’re gifting someone who loves novelty and the thrill of new experiences—especially when she hasn’t found her signature scent yet—then Lucky Beauty’s Lucky Potions are the perfect match. Once you get your hands on the restock, each of these fragrances can be a go-to for a scent that’s undeniably feminine—one that tells the story of a girl to a woman.
The assortment includes indulgent and spellbinding aromas packaged in enchanting potions. For the girl who’s just starting to express herself through scent, the lively blend of Mandarin Orange and Grapefruit in Stories for a Girl can be a starting point. The Turkish Rose and Vanilla notes in Diary of a Lady is ideal, meanwhile, for the lady who’s just starting to discover her romantic allure. Finally, the feminine mix of Ambrette and Benzoin in Letters from a Woman is a good vanity addition for the woman who wants to present herself as sophisticated yet elegant.
For Thrill Travel Seeker
For the friend who longs for travel, Bond No. 9’s Grand Bon Bon Box might be what they need. This 30-piece kit of travel-sized vials is meant to conjure through scent the vibrant energy and iconic architecture of New York in its unique and luxurious scents.
Or take them through an olfactory journey with Aman’s Fine Fragrance Discovery Set, a seven-piece collection of destination-inspired fragrances designed to transport the wearer to the farthest corners of the Earth. If your recipient is known for their bold, bright optimism and zest for adventure, these fragrances sure fall right in line with their upbeat, unapologetic spirit.
For the Busy, Buzzing Office Sirens
The busybodies and ultra-planners with a meticulously organized desk don’t have time to blind-buy—it’s too risky and bold. But these office sirens do love luxury and don’t stray from making a statement. For adaptability and movement, perfect for the ever-moving office siren, this monthly perfume subscription service offers a change-up day to day and night to night with different scents—ranging from warm and musky to bright and floral.
Omniscent’s fragrance vials are crafted to push a creative approach to luxury perfumery. Hand-pick from top brands such as Chanel, Dior, Byredo, Diptyque to cater to the wearer’s wide scent palette, and have them explore the different scents without committing to pricey full bottles yet. If they like the first try enough, they can continue to receive different monthly deliveries of perfume collections with compelling, esoteric scents worthy of adding to their vanity. Omniscent is ideal for someone who is open-minded and loves discoveries—because their work life is too predictable.
For the Sentimental Spirits
Nothing says “I thought about you” quite like a perfume set that bottles core memories. If you’re gifting someone tenderhearted and a sucker for nostalgia, Maison Margiela’s Replica Memory Box consists of scents that are deeply rich and layered, and inspired by timeless moments.
Take your recipient on a unique, sensory journey; Coffee Break, for example, brings up memories of a warm and cozy break while enjoying warm pastries and creamy coffee; it captures the soothing sound of the coffee maker and the sensation of milk foam on your lips. Beach Walk, meanwhile, is a modern floral fragrance that brings back memories of a stroll by the beach, encapsulating the bright summertime aromas with uplifting notes of lemon, coconut milk, and cedarwood.
For the Lover Girl
Because of their knack for wooing anyone and everyone—and a love of all things beautiful—rosy and floral scents are the move for this lover of love. Romance by Ralph Lauren’s forward and floral notes of roses and jasmine will keep the fragrances a mainstay in the wearer’s scent rotation while adding a little luxury to their day.
Photos and Featured Image: BOND NO. 9, AMAN, MAISON MARGIELA, RALPH LAUREN (Via Website), OMNISCENT, LUCKY BEAUTY (Via Instagram)
