Giving perfume as a Christmas gift

Perfume is one of the must-have gift ideas for Christmas. But how can you be sure you're making the right choice?

A symbol of femininity and a true asset to sensuality in all cultures, perfume is one of the most complicated gifts to choose, especially when it comes to women. If you want to get it right when choosing a perfume to give to a friend, sister, or your mom, don't just pick one at random or based on your own tastes. Choosing a perfume is very personal, and just because you like it doesn't mean the recipient will.

Before buying, do a little research to find out more about your loved one's scent preferences. To do this, regularly tell her she smells good, encouraging her to reveal what she is wearing. For a more discreet approach, take a quick look in her bathroom to find out about her favorite perfumes.

Make your own investigation before perfume purchase

Once you have gathered this information, you have two choices. If she is loyal to one perfume, you can offer her a variation on her favorite fragrance. This is perfect timing, as many major brands are reinventing their most famous scents for the holiday season. If, on the other hand, she wears several perfumes, identify whether they belong to the same olfactory family (this is often the case) and then choose another fragrance with similar notes.

What kind of person is she?

The choice of perfume also depends on each person's personality: seductive, shy, daring, romantic... Each type of woman corresponds to a large family of fragrances: fruity, floral, woody, light, strong. Generally speaking, discreet personalities will prefer versatile scents with subtle notes. Those who are young at heart will melt for a sweet fragrance. As for sporty types, offer them fresh and invigorating scents.

More assertive women will only tolerate a perfume that matches their strong character with more heady notes. In the same vein, if a woman is ultra-conformist and very conservative in her consumption habits, she will not feel comfortable with the first bottle from a young designer or a house with an eccentric reputation. There are best-sellers in perfumeries that will delight this type of woman.