Top 5 Perfumes to Get Her for Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, there’s no doubt about that, but for many of us it’s also the most stressful. There’s always a rush to find the perfect gift when it comes to Christmas- you want the people you love to know that you’re thinking of them and that you put effort into their present. 

Getting clothes seems too risky, what if they don’t fit? They’re too old for toys, vouchers are almost offensive, and food doesn’t have the same effect- so what do you get? The answer- perfume. 

There’s a right fragrance for everybody, and if you happen to give someone a scent that they love, they cannot help but remember you with every spray- after all, you did lead them to it.

Whether it is for your mother, your sister, your friend or even your significant other, there is a thoughtful elegance that comes in the gift of a perfume, and it is one that many will cherish.

Whether you’re a man or a woman, we understand that finding the right perfume can be tough, so that’s why we’ve broken it down and picked our top 5 perfumes that could serve as the perfect gifts to the women in your life.

1. Si Fiori by Giorgio Armani

Top Notes: Black currant, Green mandarin

Middle Notes: Neroli, Patchouli, Rose, Oak moss

Base Notes: Vanilla, White musk

Si Fiori is a beautiful chypre fragrance for women created by perfumer Julie Masse, and launched by the Italian House of Giorgio Armani in 2019.

The perfume starts on a fruity note, combining the sweet tang of black currant with the citrus and zest of green mandarin- giving the fragrance a refreshing, youthful feel.

As the scent moves towards its middle, one begins to notice the presence of a bouquet of the green Neroli, almost spicy Patchouli and velvety rose- growing together in its own little forest dotted with the earthy facets of oak moss.

Deepening at its base, the fragrance then introduces vanilla- it’s rich warmth seductively combining with the powdery, almost balsamic airs of the white musk.

Si Fiori comes in a beautiful glass vessel, the pink-tinted contents of which seems to magically float within with its minimalist feel- finally topped with an abstract black lid to make a simple, feminine casing. This Eau de parfum can be bought in volumes of 30 ml, 50 ml and 100 ml. If this fragrance feels like the one, it also comes in a gift set which additionally includes the Si Fiori scented shower gel and body lotion.

2. Nina by Nina Ricci

Top Notes: Amalfi Lemon, Lime

Middle Notes: Granny smith apple, Praline, Peony, Datura

Base Notes: Apple tree, Musk, Virginia cedar

Nina is a floral fruity scent put together by perfumers Olivier Cresp and Jacques Cavallier, belonging to the French House, Nina Ricci. While the original version of this scent was launched in 1987, its successor took over in 2006 as the new and improved version. 

The top notes of Nina start with a little zest, contributed to, of course, by the refreshingly citrus Amalfi lemon partnered with lime.

The middle notes of the fragrance take you directly to the dessert table, starting with candied apples- a combination of Granny smith with the caramelly, toffee-like airs of praline. This is met with the citrusy, almost spicy hints from the peony, and the seductive honeysuckle notes from datura.

The base note of the fragrance takes on a more earthy feel, and brings in the green, fresh tang of apple tree, the depth of musk, and the camphorous, woody cedar.

With such a combination of ingredients, this scent becomes ideal for a younger wearer, and carries with it a certain playfulness that deserves the spark of youth. Adding to the fairytale theme created by its sweet ingredients, the vessel of the perfume itself is shaped in that of a succulent red apple with silver leaves. 

3. Body Gold by Burberry

Top Notes: Wormwood, Peach, Freesia

Middle Notes: Rose, Sandalwood, Iris

Base Notes: Cashmeran, Musk, Vanilla, Amber

Body Gold is an oriental floral fragrance created by London’s favorite, the luxurious House of Burberry. Launched in 2013, this particular fragrance is of a limited edition, and makes quite the novelty gift.

The scent starts off with an earthy note, coming from the use of wormwood- which is then met with the fruitiness of peach and the sweetness of the freesia flower.

The middle notes combine the damp, powderiness of rose and the cool airs of iris with the almost velvety, creamy facets emanating from sandalwood- giving the fragrance a clean, calm feel.

Taking it a level stronger at the base, Body Gold then pulls out the rich, complex notes of cashmeran and combines it with the depth of musk, the seduction of vanilla and the warmth of amber- all coming together in wealth.

Keeping to the theme of luxury, the vessel of Body Gold takes the shape of a crystal in a slender glass casing. If she is one to lean more towards grandeur, then Body Gold will really take the cake.

4. Good Girl by Carolina Herrera

Top Notes: Almond, Coffee, Bergamot, Lemon

Middle Notes: Tuberose, Sambac jasmine , Orris, Orange blossom, Bulgarian rose

Base Notes: Tonka bean, Cacao, Vanilla, Praline, Sandalwood, Amber, Cashmere wood, Musk, Patchouli, Cedar, Cinnamon

If she’s made it on to Santa’s nice list, then here’s the one. Good Girl  is another oriental floral fragrance for women, but this time created in 2016 by perfume Louise Turner under the well-renowned Venezuelean designer Carolina Herrera. 

The top notes start with an odd mix of the nuttiness of almond and the strong bitterness of coffee, soon to be met with the zest and citrus of bergamot and lemon.

Moving on to the middle notes, the fragrance takes on a floral arrangement, with sweet, soft notes emanating from its bouquet of tuberose, jasmine, orris, orange blossom and rose. This contrast in comparison to the facets of the top notes are meant to reflect the duality of women when it comes to their character- a little bit of both.

The base notes seem to be a bit of a riot, but in a good way. It takes on rich, strong scents like tonka bean, vanilla, cacao and praline, and adds to this dessert the earthy notes of the creamy sandalwood, warm amber, cashmere, musk, patchouli and cedar- ending with a pinch of cinnamon to add some spice.

The iconic slender blue heel makes this perfume more than just a fragrance, and has become a well-loved display piece on vanities all across the world. 

5. Joy by Christian Dior 

Top Notes: Bergamot, Madarin orange

Middle Notes: Jasmine, Grasse rose, Peach, Cassis

Base Notes: White musk, Sandalwood, Cedar, Patchouli, Benzoin

Joy is a floral fragrance created in 2018 by perfumer Francois Demachy under the French Luxury brand Christian Dior. As revealed by its name, the creators of this fragrance aimed to make it the embodiment of happiness- pulling together a variety of scents that can’t help but put you in a good mood.

The top notes of this fragrance start with a burst of citrus, already making it energizing and refreshing before we can even continue to the middle notes- this of course is done with none other than Bergamot and Mandarin orange.

Following that is a floral-fruity combination of the cool, powdery airs of jasmine and rose with the sweetness of peach and the tang of cassis.

At the base, the fragrance takes on an earthy note, and begins to bring up hints of white musk, creamy sandalwood, woody cedar, the green patchouli and finally, the sweet and smooth benzoin.

The fragrance comes in a classic, cylindrical vessel, topped with an embellished lid, and can be bought in volumes of 50 ml and 90 ml.

With that, we’ve come to the end of our list. Hopefully by now you’ve found exactly what you want to leave for her underneath the Christmas tree, and if you haven’t- don’t worry. We’ve got more coming your way.