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Give the Gift of Fragrance this Christmas
The holiday season is the perfect time to pamper loved ones with beautiful fragrances. This year, perfume brands have gone all out to offer some amazing Christmas fragrances for her, for him, and there’s something for all budgets. From iconic choices to best sellers and cult favourites, there is something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to indulge yourself or create a special gift, these fragrances picks are the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season.
OJAR – INFUSION VELOURS EDP 100ml £195
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As intensely plush as velour fabric itself, the Infusion Velours eau de parfum from Ojar showcases the perfume extraordinaire’s ability to conjure up the finest scents. Intense yet glowing, juicy oud counters the sharpness of rich red fruits, resulting in a fragrance that lingers from dusk till dawn.
Paradis Nuit by Bastille £130
Created by perfumer Nicolas Beaulieu, the Paradis Nuit formula includes 53 ingredients 95% of which are natural ingredients.
Paradis Nuit is an amber woody skin scent with a hint of audacity and a whiff of playful escape, Paradis Nuit embodies unforgettable nights. With top notes of a clean, soothing Marseille soap accord and a heart of powdery Cassie flower and sandalwood, infused with bitter cocoa brings a warm mixture of sweetness and ardour.
CHOPARD - CEDAR MALAKI EDP 80ml £95
A sensual ode to the greatness of cedar, one of the world’s oldest olfactive ingredients, the Chopard Cedar Malaki eau de parfum uses the tree oil as its founding base. Complemented with notes of grapefruit and lavender to temper the intense woody bouquet, the scent utilises two different varieties of cedarwood – the Atlas cedar and the cedar of Lebanon.
KILIAN Angels' Share Icon Set £260
New for the festive season and ideal for sublime Christmas gifting, KILIAN Paris presents a limited-edition collection featuring some of the label’s iconic fragrances in exclusive sets. In this edition, the icon Angels’ Share 50ml is paired with a 7.5ml black lacquered Talisman Travel Spray filled with the same perfume juice.
Much like a Master Perfumer who crafts accords and essences in a perfume, a Master Blender combines the eaux-de-vie in perfect proportions for an exceptional cognac. Angels’ Share contains the essence of Cognac derived from the liquor to lend it a natural caramel color. The perfume notes contain: Cognac, Oak wood and Tonka Bean.
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ For Her Musc Noir Eau De Parfum 100ml Gift Set £114.00
Make this Christmas extraordinary with Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Noir eau de parfum gift set. Capturing the essence of a new femininity that is at once mysterious and sensual, it’s formulated with juicy plum and heliotrope, an addictive flower with an intoxicating fragrance, form bright head notes. The signature musk heart of For Her then unfolds, gaining in mystery and sensuality. Leathery suede accords at the base add texture to the musk heart, which then intensifies and reveals a rich depth.
Maison Margiela Beach Walk Eau de Toilette £105
Beach Walk from the Replica Collection by Maison Martin Margiela, a set of fragrances designed to evoke images, impressions and positive emotions that reflect our personal memories. Containing fresh and radiant notes of bergamot, lemon, pink pepper and ylang ylang, Beach Walk evokes hints of ocean spray and brings to mind white sandy dunes in the height of summer.
Montale Holy Neroli Eau de Parfum (100ml) £112.50
Montale encapsulates the warmth and freshness of summer with the Holy Neroli eau de parfum. The blend of amber, vanilla and musk creates a velvety base that feels as comforting as the sun rising, with orange, bergamot and neroli bringing a fresh, citrusy twist that instantly transports you to the cobbled streets of the Mediterranean.
MATIERE PREMIERE Discovery Set x 6 £160
MATIERE PREMIERE’s x12 genderless fragrances focus on one central natural raw material with an extraordinary and extremely high dosage x10 industry standards to ensure it really lasts. All the perfumes contain between 85% and 92% natural ingredients. They are vegan, phthalate free and without any colouring agent.
MATIERE PREMIERE’s fragrances are all available in 6ml bottles, perfect for those who love travel and wish to continue using their favourite scent without taking up weight. Beautifully boxed with an individual atomiser, they can also be bought as part of a discovery set of 3 (£85) which are perfect for exploring the range.
Guerlain Santal Pao Rosa Eau de Parfum (100ml) £290
Aimé Guerlain’s 1877 Santal Pao Rosa fragrance is an enticing perfume that combines the intensity of oud, cardamom and sandalwood with the delicate nature of roses and the freshness of fig. The result is a harmonious dance between its layered notes that find balance in juxtaposition.
Aerin Rose De Grasse Rouge Eau de Parfum (50ml) £120
Aerin’s Rose de Grasse Rouge eau de parfum is a walk through a walled garden, heady with the scent of creamy-petalled roses that release their essential oils in the summer sun. At its heart lies a fusion of these flowers, including the hundred-petalled Rose Centifolia that has been handpicked in Grasse, the French capital of perfumery since the 16th century. Accentuated by a base of honeycomb, this spray captures the voluminous warmth of a freshly cut rose in full bloom.
HERMÈS New In Terre d'Hermès Eau De Toilette Gift Set 100ml £102.00
Composed of interlacing riding accessories inspired by the equestrian world, the Fantaisie d’Etriers design, by illustrator Virginie Jamin, brings its radiance to this festive gift set. Influenced by joyful creativity, its curves, braids and twists will be the signature of your holiday celebrations.
This gift set comprises a Terre d’Hermès Eau de Toilette 100ml, an Eau de Toilette miniature 12.5ml, and an after-shave lotion 40ml. A mineral, woody fragrance, Terre d’Hermès combines the strength of cedar and the radiance of grapefruit with a vibrant touch of flint. Terre d’Hermès narrates the relationship between man and earth, his humble and harmonious dialogue with the elements and nature. Terre d’Hermès is the perfume that connects man to his origins, to the source of his creative power.
PLEASING Closeness eau de parfum 100ml £135
For a sensual flurry of fragrance, reach for the Closeness eau de parfum by Harry Styles’ lifestyle brand Pleasing. A woody, musk scent with Australian pink pepper extract, cardamom and clean sheets accord, it lingers on the skin giving you a soft glow – with whispers of salted musk, Indian papyrus and cashmere woods to complement the orris butter, carrot seed and bamboo heart notes. And all vegan and cruelty-free. Bliss.
MUGLER Angel Elixir refillable eau de parfum from £92
Thierry Mugler’s much-loved Angel eau de parfum endures a fearless makeover and emerges in the form of the Angel Elixir. This aroma exudes a woody floral gourmand and a captivating floral milky way that entices your senses with notes of white flower, jasmine, and ylang-ylang. Presented in a dazzling star-shaped bottle, the coveted scent makes an infinite and breathtaking reach toward the distant sky. What’s more, it’s refillable, meaning you never have to be without your new favourite fragrance.
DIOR Sauvage Eau de Toilette (100ml) - Limited Edition Case £97
Whether you’re new to the signature scent of Dior’s Sauvage or it’s the only fragrance you wear, the iconic creation is now presented with a limited edition case adorned in a bespoke pattern inspired by the Tuileries Garden of Paris. The eau de toilette of the iconic Sauvage fragrance offers up the freshness of peppery bergamot and a noble trail of amber wood.
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE Venetian Blue Gift Set £160
Awaken your senses with Venetian Blue’s invigorating blend of apple and black pepper, beautifully entwined with birch and patchouli. As the fragrance settles, the warm embrace of ambergris and musk creates an aura of timeless elegance. Now, with The Merchant Of Venice’s Venetian Blue Gift Set, this aroma can be enjoyed as an Eau de Parfum and as a refreshing aftershave.
TOM FORD Myrrhe Mystère Eau de Parfum (50ml) £290
One of the most rare, precious and expensive ingredients in a perfumer’s arsenal, myrrh defines TOM FORD’s Myrrhe Mystère eau de parfum, a rich, warm fragrance to ignite the senses. Created in 2023 as a new addition to the Private Blend collection, it’s traced with sultry hints of amber to really bring the label’s interpretation of myrrh to life and wrapped up in smooth sandalwood and vanilla notes.
ATELIER VERSACE New In Dylan Turquoise Eau De Toilette Gift Set 50ml £70.00
Escape to faraway islands where the blue sky meets crystal waters and the sea breeze caresses the skin, waking up the senses and regenerating the soul. Versace’s Dylan Turquoise is a fragrance to remind us of warm sun and summer days and is an ode to the sensuality of the Versace woman.
At the top, a burst of light with Primofiore lemon leading the dance, giving a slightly acidic but constant green note. Picked in the very early days of the season, this first winter fruit offers an amazing amount of juice, creating a wonderfully energetic air. . The heart notes are what give the fragrance its creativity, with a special accord enhancing the freshness of guava juice for an enduring, exotic and tropical undertone. For a fresh and airy feel, the guava is complemented by transparent jasmine petals with a floral profile enhanced with the essence of freesia, turning the composition into a modern green. The base notes fall between light and shade, where Clearwood® lends a modernity to the fragrance, combining an amber sensuality with a woody character but leaving no trace of the earthy and camphor notes typical of these essences.
Acqua di Parma Zafferano Eau de Parfum (100ml) £219
This limited edition is housed in a striking bottle that combines gold, marble and Murano glass.
A deeply woody aroma defines the unisex Zafferano Eau de Parfum by Acqua di Parma, creating an alluringly mysterious scent that knows no boundaries of gender. With citrus top notes of bitter orange and mandarin, as well as heady base notes of patchouli and vanilla, this is a meaningful bottle of pure decadence.
Coach For Men Eau de Toilette Gift Set
Coach For Men evokes a feeling. It is energetic, confident and cool. It has a New York attitude, an American authenticity.
Coach For Men starts with an energetic top note of crisp and effervescent green Nashi pear. A spicy burst of cardamom adds warmth, complexity and a subtle touch of sweetness. The scent ends with a textured base of vetiver – earthy, woody and green—layered with hints of suede and ambergris.
HUDA BEAUTY KAYALI Vanilla | 28 eau de parfum 50ml £73.00
Huda Beauty founder Huda, alongside her sister Mona, venture into a world of luxury fragrance this season bringing to life four of their favourite scents that can be worn alone or layered. Vanilla | 28 is a harmony between creamy jasmine and rich Madagascan vanilla orchid, which draws out the sweet softness of Brazilian tonka. Beautifully balanced oriental notes of musk, amber, patchouli and brown sugar form the distinguished wood base of the scent.
Budget Buys
David Beckham Instinct Eau de Parfum for Men 75ml £26.99
David Beckham Fragrances presents Instinct, an impactful and long-lasting Eau de Parfum for the energetic man who dares to listen to his intuition. Conveying a lively sense of dynamism, this captivating masculine fougère citrus perfume is inspired by David’s authentic and charismatic personality. The vibrant fragrance opens with a flash of zesty freshness thanks to a bright note of bergamot. At its heart, spicy cardamom delivers a rich and unexpected warmth before settling on an outstanding signature featuring earthy tones of patchouli. With its clean lines, heavy black cap and sophisticated black and silver label, the Instinct perfume bottle exudes understated elegance
Ghost 'Relax Into The Night' Pamper Gift Set £34
Unwind into the night with this indulgent self-care fragrance set that comes in a premium soft touch bag. The set features the iconic Ghost the fragrance, Lust-worthy Sweetheart fragrance and Deep Night spray pen. A luxurious Orb of Night votive candle and soft eye mask invoking your sense of relaxation.
Karl Lagerfeld Bois de Cypres Eau de Toilette 50ml £24
Moschino Bubblegum Eau de Toilette 30ml Gift Set £33.60
Moschino Bubblegum 30ml Eau de Toilette gift set contains 30ml fragrance and 50ml perfumed body lotion. Fun, outgoing and playful notes explore the nuances of her majesty the rose, creating a delicate scent of bubble gum, from which the fragrance takes its name, and relieves the spirit of negative thoughts whilst enveloping the body and stimulating the mind.
Chopard Wish Edp 30ml £11.99
A perfume that emphasises the mystical, seductive and sensual facets of femininity like no other. Delicate floral scents bring lightness to the top note, while the warming heart and base notes awaken feminine sensuality.
It is no coincidence that the beautiful flacon is reminiscent of a faceted diamond in which a mysterious blue light shimmers. It promises an exclusive, unfathomable fragrance experience.
CRISTIANO RONALDO ORIGINS EAU DE TOILETTE 30ML GIFT SET £27
The NEW Cristiano Ronaldo Origins gift set will take you back to Madeira Island, his origins and his roots.
As part of the fresh and tonic family, Cristiano Ronaldo Origins is a positive and vibrant daytime fragrance for young men who are passionate about life and nature.
Blended with notes inspired by his birthplace Madeira, this fragrance is the perfect representation of Cristiano Ronaldo’s true essence and authentic self.
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