Giving the gift of fragrance is a deeply personal gesture. It’s a beautiful way to show someone you’ve paid close attention to who they are and what they love.
The right scent can capture memories, reflect moods and create whole new experiences– however, it can feel pretty daunting trying to choose the perfect fragrance for someone else. To help make your Christmas shopping go smoothly this year, we’ve curated our ultimate guide on finding the ideal fragrance for a loved one… along with a curated gift guide featuring EPC fragrances for every preference!
What makes fragrance such a thoughtful gift?
Choosing a fragrance for someone requires consideration and care. When you gift fragrance, you’re giving more than just a scent: you’re offering a sensory experience that can become part of someone’s daily routine, or a signature reminder of a special time.
Fragrance has the power to evoke memories, enhance moods, and even offer comfort and relaxation. Because scent is so intimately tied to our emotions and memories, it’s a unique way to connect with someone and give them something truly personal.
How do you figure out what fragrance someone likes?
Since fragrance preferences are so personal, selecting the right scent can be a bit tricky. Here are some strategies to help:
Observe their preferences: Notice the kinds of scents they gravitate towards in home fragrance, beauty and self care products. Do they enjoy floral, fresh scents or deeper, spicier aromas?
Consider their style and personality: Fragrances can often align with a person’s style or personality. For example: someone who opts for neutral tones and loves cosy, minimalist settings might prefer soft or sweet scents, while someone with a vibrant, maximalist style might be drawn to bold or adventurous fragrances.
Listen to their stories: Think about places they’ve travelled or special memories they often talk about. Scents that remind them of a favourite destination or beloved season can make for a meaningful gift.
Choose versatility: Still unsure? Choose fragrances with versatile notes, such as fresh citrus or warm amber, that appeal to a broad range of preferences. It’s a safer choice, but still makes for a beautifully personal gift. Alternatively, our perfume Creation Sets allow them to choose their favourite Essentials and experiment, blending them together to create their own personal fragrances.
With these tips in mind, let’s explore our fragrance gift guide to help you find the perfect match.
EPC fragrances for everyone on your list
Gifts for someone who loves fresh scents
Think: light, bright, clean, refreshing.
Inspired by the ocean’s invigorating freshness, Sable Gris captures the wild beauty of salty, samphire-tinged winds mingled with earthy petrichor. Imagine the feeling of standing by the sea as the breeze whips across your face… fresh, natural, and effortlessly elegant.
For those who love freshness with a twist, Velvet Incense combines bright bergamot with smoky incense. Powdery iris and Ambroxan create a uniquely addictive scent that balances freshness and warmth.
An intriguing blend of bright bergamot and sensual sandalwood, Bergamot Noir offers the best of both worlds with a combination of light and dark. This scent is perfect for those who appreciate complexity in their fragrance.
Gifts for Fresh Scent Lovers
Gifts for someone who loves mellow scents
Think: smooth, balanced, rich, floral.
Fleur d’Ambre is a soft floral symphony of creamy white flowers like jasmine, powdery iris and warm amber. It’s the perfect choice for someone who looks for elegance and sophistication in their fragrance.
For those who loves spicy florals, Soleil d’Hiver combines cardamom and pink peppercorn with Moroccan rose and oolong tea. This nostalgic and enchanting scent is perfect for bringing warmth to frosty days.
A beautiful balance of almonds, sesame seeds, tonka beans and green hazelnuts, Pistachio Haiku is delicious and toasty. This is a comforting gourmand green scent that wraps its wearer in sunny warmth.
Gifts for Mellow Scent Lovers
Gifts for someone who loves deep scents
Think: woody, smoky, gourmand, spicy.
This rich leathery fragrance is unashamedly powerful and sultry. This fragrance evokes the feeling of stepping into a Gentlemen’s Club filled with the scents of cigars, whiskey, absinthe and old chesterfields.
Amber Épices is a captivating journey of soft amber, earthy resins and oriental spices. It’s a warm, opulent fragrance that suits those who appreciate a little luxury and exotic allure in their scents.
If the person you’re shopping for loves cosy, nostalgic scents, Tonka Extraordinaire will delight them. A rich blend of roasted tonka beans, almond, patchouli, and frankincense creates a comforting scent, perfect for winter days.
Gifts for Deep Scent Lovers
Gifts for someone who’s indecisive!
If you’re unsure about which specific fragrance they’ll like, EPC’s Discovery Sets offer a great solution. These sets feature a selection of our best-selling Signature Blends or Essential Collection, allowing the recipient to explore different fragrance families, from fresh to deep. It’s the perfect gift for someone who loves experimenting, or hasn’t yet found their signature scent.
Give the Gift of Choice
Gifts for the picky person in your life
For someone who’s particular about their fragrance, consider gifting them a Luxe Blending Experience! This exclusive one-on-one session with a dedicated Blending Master allows them to craft their very own personalised fragrance, right in our Perfumer’s Alcove. It’s a unique experience that includes a glass of Prosecco or a premium soft drink, plus a 50ml Eau de Parfum customised to their taste: a truly unforgettable gift for a fragrance lover.
Whether your loved one enjoys fresh ocean breezes, cosy sweet warmth, or deep forest-like scents, choosing the right fragrance is a way to share in their personality and style. Each fragrance in EPC’s collection has been crafted to evoke emotions, memories, and experiences, offering a little piece of luxury in every bottle.
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