Wondering what to buy your fragrance-obsessed friend? We reveal the best scents to give and receive this festive season
Pear Drop: Coeur Battant, Louis Vuitton Infused with the essence of floral fields, this scent carries spring fever into winter. A blend of sparkling pear, sunny Egyptian jasmine and in bloom ylang-ylang create a fresh fragrance, whilst patchouli adds a musky depth. Available at Louis Vuitton, Galeries Lafayette, The Dubai Mall;
Timeless: Mémoire d’Une Odeur, Gucci Unassigned to gender or season, Gucci’s first universal fragrance can be worn by anyone, at anytime. The fragrance has a mineral aromatic that blends fresh Roman Chamomile with a hint of sweet orange from Indian Coral Jasmine and a harp top note of bitter almond. Available at Ounass.ae
Vanilla Sky: Mon Guerlain Intense, Guerlain A blend of Carla Lavender from Provence, Sambac Jasmine from India, Album Sandalwood from Australia and Vanilla Tahitensis from Papua New Guinea creates a layered oriental olfactory that exudes femininity. Created by perfumer Thierry Wasser, the scent is tied together by the creamy vanilla notes. Available at Sephora.ae
Arabian Nights: Nuit des Rois, Chopard Collection From Chopard's Garden King collection (the House’s third haute perfume line), Nuit des Rois is formulated from the rich Arabian aroma of Oud Assafi. Bulgarian rose, orris, saffron and green cardamom are harmonised with honeyed vanilla and sandalwood to create a balance of brooding autumnal charm. Available at the Chopard Boutique, The Dubai Mall; +971 4 3398 333
