The TSNC Fragrance Christmas Gift Guide 2020
18 December, 2020
Hello my loves! The final instalment of my gift guides is here at last, and this time I’m sharing a bundle of gorgeous fragrances, perfect for any last minute gifts you need to buy this Christmas. Enjoy!
Let’s kick things off with a gorgeous gift set from Versace. The Versace Bright Crystal Gift Set is beautifully packaged and would make a wonderful gift for lovers of the fragrance. Bright Crystal is a vibrant floral scent, sheer and luminous, this is a glamorous fragrance that’s both sensual and feminine. It opens with top notes of Pomegranate, Iced Accord and Yuzu, which give way to a heart of Magnolia, Peony and Lotus Flower before base notes of Amber, Musk and Acajou complete this floral musky scent.
- Top Notes: Yuzu, Ice Accord and Pomegranate
- Heart Notes: Peony, Magnolia and Lotus Flower
- Base Notes: Acajou, Plant Amber and Musk
Versace also have a Crystal Noir Gift Set. Versace Crystal Noir is Bright Crystal’s older, more elegant sister. This is a beautifully sumptuous, floral oriental fragrance, that’s ultra feminine, sensual and enticing. Top notes of Cardamom, Pepper and Ginger lead to a heart of fresh, crisp, Gardenia with Peony and Orange Flowers, and a base of Sandalwood, Amber and Musk.
- Top Notes: Ginger, Cardamom and Pepper
- Heart Notes: Orange Blossom, Peony, Gardenia and Coconut
- Base Notes: Sandalwood, Amber and Musk
Next I have Clean Reserve Skin EDP, this is a fresh yet warm and inviting fragrance, with notes of Fresh Musks, Praline, Salt, Tonka Bean and Leather. This warming, comforting scent has a distinctive salty sweetness to it, and would be fantastic paired with other fragrance from the Clean Reserve range.
Armani Si EDP would also make a wonderful gift. This is a fragrance that soft and warm, yet also fresh and sweet. Si is a modern chypre scent that’s both sophisticated and captiavting. The fragrance opens with notes of Sicilian Bergamot, Mandarin oil and Liqueur de Cassis, leading to a floral heart of Rose de Mai, Neroli and Egyptian Jasmine and a base of Patchouli oil, Blond Woods, Amber, Musk and Vanilla.
For an affordable option 4711 Floral Collection Lilac Eau de Cologne is a lovely delicate floral scent evoking memories of a spring garden in full bloom. Projecting the sweet scent of Lilac, accompanied with floral notes of Rose, Bergamot and Freesia, and not forgetting juicy Peach. In the base, the composition culminates in a cloud of Musk and Sandalwood.
- Top Notes: Bergamot, Peach & Freesia
- Heart Notes: Lilac, Rose & Jasmine
- Base Notes: Sandalwood & Musk
I also had to include this beautiful limited edition fragrance from Jean Paul Gaultier. Jean Paul Gaultier Classique EDT Christmas Edition 2020 would be the perfect gift for fans of the brand. This is a limited edition bottle of Classique, specially made for Christmas 2020. The iconic bottle this year is wearing a bright red metallic dress, housed in a gold glittering snow-globe casing. This is definitely one for Jean Paul Gaultier collectors!
For those looking for luxury, look no further than the beautiful Miss Dior EDP Gift Set. This set includes the iconic Miss Dior EDP fragrance 50ml with a matching Body Milk 75ml, presented in the most stunning holiday gift box. If you’re not familiar with Miss Dior, it’s one of Dior’s most iconic scents, it’s a sensual floral fragrance with notes of Calabrian Bergamot, Grasse Rose and Rosewood. It’s perfect to wear both day and night, and I think anyone would be thrilled to find this gift set under their tree on Christmas Day.
- Top Notes: Pink Pepper, Blood Orange, Sweet Orange, Mandarin Orange, Calabrian Begamot and Lemon.
- Heart Notes: Grasse Rose, Damask Rose and Jasmine Leaf.
- Base Notes: Patchouli and Palisander Rosewood.
Another gorgeous gift is the Goutal Eau d’Hadrien Gift Set. This fragrance is a wonderfully refreshing citrus scent that makes you think of strolling through everlasting fields in Tuscany. Eau d’Hadrien opens with bright and acidic aromas of Sicilian Lemon and Grapefruit ripened under the Mediterranean sun. Herbal notes of Green Tangerine Cypress brings a sweet, pine-like accord, tied together with Bergamot. This EDP is summer in a bottle that you can revisit any time of year. This gift set contains: Goutal Eau d’Hadrien Eau de Parfum 100ml and Universal Cream 75ml.
Next up I have Lancome Idole EDP. A modern classic, Idole was created for the strong, outspoken confident woman. With notes of Bergamot, Rose Accord, Jasmine and Musks, Idole is an alluring yet not overpowering scent. This is not a super feminine fragrance either – Idole is a lovely musky chypre scent that’s perfect for daily wear. This beautifully presented fragrance would make a lovely gift this Christmas.
- Top Notes: Pear and Bergamot
- Heart Notes: Turkish Rose, Rose de Mai and Jasmine
- Base Notes: White Musks and Vanilla
I also have a couple of gorgeous mini fragrances from BDK that would make lovely stocking fillers. I’ve completely fallen for BDK Rouge Smoking EDP. This is a truly stunning cherry scent that I just can’t get enough of. Highly addictive and a real compliment-getter, Rouge Smoking is intense and bold, and definitely makes a statement. This is an absolute must-try for those that love cherry scents.
- Top Notes: Bergamot, Cherry Accord and Pink Berries
- Heart Notes: Black Vanilla and Heliotrope
- Base Notes: Ambroxan, Cashmeran, Tonka Bean and Labdanum
BDK Pas Ce Soir EDP is another lovely option too. This is a fruity, spicy and warm fragrance, inspired by independent, mysterious and sensual Parisian women. Pas Ce Soir is sweet, intense and creamy. Another must-try from BDK!
- Top Notes: Black Pepper, Ginger and Mandarin
- Heart Notes: Moroccan Jasmine, Quince Chutney and Orange Blossom
- Base Notes: Cashmeran, Patchouli and Amber Wood
I also have Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina EDP Fashion Edition – the classic Signorina fragrance has been revamped and re-launched in a beautiful nude pink bottle in Salvatore Ferragamo’s latest Fashion Editions collection. Elegant and fresh, Signorina opens with bright fizzy top notes of Currant and fresh Pink Pepper, leading to a floral heart of Jasmine, Peony and Rose. The unexpected sweetness of Pannacotta, blended with soft Musks and woody Patchouli at the base, offer a beautifully warm dry down.
- Top Notes: Pink Pepper and Red Currant
- Heart Notes: Peony, Jasmine and Rose
- Base Notes: Panacotta, Patchouli and Musk
Or how about Hugo Boss Boss Alive EDP? Inspired by living life to the fullest and finding your own way, Boss Alive is a contemporary and confident fragrance that leaves a trail of positive energy. Opening with sparkling Apple and juicy Plum, the scent leads to a floral heart of Jasmine Sambac, and a comforting base blending Woody Notes with a sweet Vanilla Absolute.
- Top Notes: Vanilla, Plum, Apple, Cinnamon and Blackcurrant
- Heart Notes: Jasmine Sambac and Thyme
- Base Notes: Cedar, Woody Notes, Olive Tree and Sandalwood
And last but not least Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct Together Woman EDP. This is another lovely affordable fragrance option that’s easy to wear and definitely a crowd pleaser – First Instinct Together for Woman unveils with a strong burst of Pineapple and Red Currant, leading to a floral heart of Muguet and Peonies, and sensual and woody finish of Sandalwood, Musk and Amber.
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