There is nothing quite like gifting fragrance to leave a lasting impression. It’s our go-to for treating that special person in your life who fills the role of mum. Editor Trudi Brewer, shares her top scents to gift this Mother’s Day.
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Billie Eilish EDP 100ml, $120.
The singer-songwriter herself selected the ingredients in this scent; her goal was to create a “Warm, caramel, smooth, velvety thing.” A fan of vanilla, it’s loaded with this sensual, moody scent. The juxtaposition of juicy red berries and zesty mandarin complements that creamy spice. Cocoa, dreamy musk, and tonka bean, with sleek woods, offer longevity and that air of sophistication. Anyone wanting to wrap themselves in a warm, heady scent and wear it all winter.
GUCCI GUILTY ELIXIR DE PARFUM POUR FEMME, 60ML, $280.
Fresh from the first spritz thanks to the blend of bergamot, Mandora (captures the zest of blood orange and fresh mandarin), and subtle violet. But this scent is also potent and long-lasting. Its floral assets include wisteria (which smells a little like the scent of a sweet pea), rose, Osmanthus, and then boom! The fruity aroma of peach, plum and apricot kicks in. Finally, earthy patchouli, vanilla and tonka bean give this fragrance its designer edge, which, after all, we would expect nothing less from Gucci.
As far as perfume goes, Chloé is one of the prettiest of all time. For anyone carefree who loves the outdoors, the blend of jasmine and delicate rose with creamy vanilla and one of our favourite ingredients, amber, brings a warm, powdery sweetness to this fragrance that makes it so wearable for any occasion.
Valentino Valentina EDP 50ml, $180.
Like an elegant dress, this scent leaves an unexpected trail of Italian florals. The brand says it has an oriental edge, but it’s also a burst of freshness on the skin thanks to the blend of Calabrian bergamot, jasmine, orange blossom, and tuberose with wild strawberries. Finally, one of the most captivating woody notes is the blend of cedar and amber present in this designer masterpiece.
Another collector's scent, the latest Good Girl, is as fashionable as it is charming. The first impression is a citrusy blast thanks to Italian bergamot and mandarin. Then, the ylang-ylang absolute and rose add a feminine touch. But what gives it a hint of mystery is the creamy vanilla and smoky patchouli. If you’re a fan, here’s another to add to your fragrance wardrobe.
One of this country's top-selling scents has a new reinterpretation that hero’s the most classic blooms a rose. It blends iris with precious rose extracts, the scent of freshly picked roses fresh roses, rose water, and damask rose oil. The hint of woody moss gives this beautiful, musky floral fragrance depth and longevity.
Perfume is the ultimate present. Here’s what we’re wearing right now.