It’s Christmas time, and a lot of you are looking at gifts
for your gals over in the fragrance section. If you’re like most men, though,
you may find it a bit overwhelming, if not downright confusing. But fear not
fragrance shoppers. If you’re reading this, you’re already on the right scent. What’s
a base note? What’s the difference between musky and woody? Which of the
designer names do women really like? And since when does channel number 5 make
perfume? Boy, oh boy, oh boys, here we go again.
Fragrances make for fantastic Christmas gifts IF you know
what you’re looking for. And, luckily for you, I’m going to tell you what that
should be. First, determine your girl’s personality. From there, you can get a
good idea of what kind of scents she’ll like. Second, select a specific
fragrance. You can do this based on your own personal knowledge of what she
likes. Or you can do this based on your budget constraints because, yes, you do
have options. You may now exhale in relief.
Last, of course, you have to buy the fragrance, which means you have to
know where to find it. Fortunately, I know a place that’s got it all for you-
SM Department Store’s Beauty Section.
Let’s start by matching the fragrance to her personality. This,
in a way, can make your gift even more special: it shows that you took the time
and effort to get to know her well. Remember to note her fashion sense, her
hobbies, and all possible likes, and dislikes.
For the Princess
She’s sweet, charming, romantic, birds follow her, and
flowers spring up beneath her feet wherever she goes. Lucky you! You have
yourself a fairytale princess. And, not surprisingly, floral scents would best
tug at her heart-strings. Here are a few of my suggestions.
D&G Light Blue (25ml P3,250, 100ml P5,950) fruity
top notes with strong middle notes that are floral and woodsy, ending with
heavy woodsy and musky notes, that are a match for more assertive Princesses.
Versace Yellow Diamond Yellow Diamond
While airy and floral, it’s no secret why it’s named for a
precious jewel. Its rich fragrance bestows upon its wearer a shimmering
elegance that calls to mind the luster of the finest diamond. The top notes are
a perfect melding of fresh lemon, bergamot, neroli, and pear sorbet, while its
heart beats with orange blossom, freesia, mimosa, and water lily. Beneath it
all lies a base of amber, precious musk and guaiac wood.
Body Luxuries Signature Body Mist – Japanese Cherry Blossom,
Black Amethyst, Dark Kiss (236ml, P229) offers a range of delicate mists
Lavishly spritz on your body to lightly scent the skin with scents that play
from seductive, mysterious to floral scent.
For the Career-Woman
Women with active lifestyles love the sharp, tangy aura of
citrus scents—that’s because they are refreshing and pleasant: perfect for
relieving on-the-job stress. They are versatile, classic, and timeless scents.
Here’s a tip- many of them are named after celebrities. I suggest you check out
the following.
On the other hand, Lady Gaga (75ml P3,600, 100ml
P4,200) has been described as surprisingly safe and middle-of-the road,
for a fragrance named after a controversial celebrity. However, the fragrance
does impress in several ways. It combines dark notes from Belladona, a sensual
accord from honey, saffron, and apricot; and balances these with the lighter
notes of tiger orchid and jasmine sambaci. This creates a steady balance that,
while not truly risky, appeals to personalities that prefer stability and
security. Also, the fragrance is colored black in the bottle, but a high-tech
process turns the liquid colorless when exposed to air after spraying.
RL Big Pony for Women 1,2,3,4 (50ml P3,100). All four
variants share related characteristics, with notes that range from the fruity
to the floral. These fragrances are all about confidence. They’re suited
for dynamic, courageous women who don’t shy away from risks—that said, it’s
also for occasions of spontaneity and seduction.
Kylie Minogue (50ml P1,500) – the unity of Kylie’s
sensual and seduction, with warmth & friendliness, has inspired the perfume
creator Thierry Wasser in creation of this fragrance. The mix of floral and
fruity notes, woods and gourmand vanilla is lightly touched with cotton candy.
The top notes are passion fruit, and freesia, with Australian sandal wood,
patchouli and vanilla in the base.
Victoria’ Secret Pure Seduction (red plum and freesia),
Endless Love (apple blossom &ylang-ylang) 250 ml P599.75
These two fragrances are infused with aloe vera &
chamomile for conditioning and calming effects, which result in nothing less
than sensual overload. Pure Seduction features red plum and freesia notes,
while Endless Love carries fuses together apple blossom and ylang-ylang.
For the Vixen
Oriental scents are perfect for the woman who rocks your
world. These scents have a sensual appeal that’s ideal for women who are warm,
mysterious, and sexy. And yes, even a Princess or a Strong Career-Type can turn
into a fox at the right occasion—so it’s not a bad idea to have this kind of
perfume ready, especially for evenings out. In general, these scents exude
sexiness, sophistication, and class.
Armani Code Luna (75ml P4,800) is simply comfy and
pleasant. While Armani has described it as possessing magic and mystery,
wearers tend to like the citrusy and creamy accords. While “lemon and vanilla”
are not in the official fragrance notes list, wearers do use these to describe
the scent that they like most about Armani Code Luna. There’s a hint of the
sensual and oriental, as well. Bottomline: a good fragrance for general use. No
spectacular fireworks, yet sexy in its own, subtle way. It’s also praised for
its longevity on the skin.
Givenchy Play (30ml P2950, 50ml P4,250) is enjoyed by
wearers for its fresh, predominantly floral scent. There seems to be no neutral
response to this fragrance, as reviews tend to either like or hate it. In
general, wearers appreciate the accent of spiciness (from the pink peppercorn)
that pleasantly complements the florals. It’s liked as a light fragrance for
everyday wear. It’s a more mature scent that subtly seduces rather than
overwhelms.
Body Fantasies (236ml, P449.75) is a fragrance that combines
the clean scents of creamy vanilla, jasmine, fresh apples, and white musks. It
boasts of a long lasting fragrance while giving out a light, clean, fresh and
energizing scent.
Katy Pery Purr/Meow (30ml P1,700/P2,100, 100ml
P3,400/P3,700).
Two fruity, floral treats with woodsy notes. Either one is
sure to be a sweet treat, perfect for the youthful wearer with a cheeky streak.
Careful, though. Some girls find these a bit too sweet-scented for everyday
use.
Hold your horses, boys. I have just a few more
shopping tips before you run off to the store. When choosing a scent, pick
out three fragrances from which to choose. Never pick more than three at a
time because you’ll just overwhelm your senses and make it harder on yourself. Test
the scents on testing papers (the little paper strips on the counter) while
taking your time. No need to rush. Relax and let your senses and instincts
guide you. The power of scent is not logical, but primal. And wait a
second! Where are you going? Very good- SM Department Store Beauty Section. No
matter what kind of woman you’re buying for, SM will have a fragrance she’ll
love. Ok. Now get going. And have a fantastic Christmas!
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