The Ultimate Fragrance Gifting Guide: How to Choose a Scent They'll Truly Love

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the delightful challenge of finding the perfect gift. While a beautiful fragrance is one of the most personal and luxurious gifts you can give, the sheer number of choices can be daunting. How do you choose a scent for someone else that doesn't just smell good, but feels like it was made just for them?

The secret isn't about chasing trends; it's about thoughtful observation. By tuning into a person's personality and style, you can decode their scent profile and give a gift that truly resonates. Here’s our guide to becoming a fragrance gifting expert.

1. Consider Their Personality & Vibe

A person's character is the best clue to the fragrance family they'll adore.

• For the Life of the Party (The Social Butterfly): Are they energetic, bright, and always surrounded by friends? They’ll likely gravitate towards Citrus or Fruity notes. Scents with hints of mandarin, lemon myrtle, grapefruit, or sweet berries are vibrant and uplifting, matching their sparkling personality.

  • We suggest: U2: Unbreakable or N1: Exotic Escape. The zesty citrus, pineapple, and coconut notes in both of these fragrances are bursting with tropical, feel-good energy that perfectly matches their vibrant spirit.

• For the Quiet Intellectual (The Old Soul): Do they love rainy afternoons in a Melbourne laneway cafe, browsing old bookshops, and deep conversations? Look for warm, grounding Woody or Spicy scents. Notes like sandalwood, cedar, vetiver, and a touch of cinnamon or clove are sophisticated, comforting, and introspective.

  • We suggest: I1: Majestic Spice. This is the ultimate scent for this personality type. A rich, complex blend of Bergamot, warm spices like Cardamom and Cinnamon, and a deep base of Oud and Sandalwood make it a truly captivating and intellectual fragrance.

• For the Effortlessly Chic (The Modern Minimalist): Is their style clean, tailored, and understated? They will appreciate Clean or Fresh fragrances. Think of scents that evoke fresh linen, sea salt, or the crisp air of a Bondi sea breeze. These are subtle, elegant, and never overpowering.

  • We suggest: U1: Uniquely Yours Our personal favorite. With its simple yet sophisticated profile of Bergamot, ISO-E Super, and soft Musk, this fragrance is the essence of minimalism. It’s a clean "skin scent" that enhances their natural presence without ever being loud.

• For the Hopeless Romantic (The Dreamer): Are they drawn to art, poetry, and beautiful aesthetics? Classic Floral scents are their soulmate. Look for fragrances with notes of jasmine, ylang-ylang, rose, or gardenia. They can range from delicate and soft to rich and intoxicating.

  • We suggest: Y1: Sweet Serenity. A beautiful and timeless bouquet in a bottle. Delicate notes of Peony, Freesia, Magnolia, and Rose create a soft, clean, and hopelessly romantic aura that they are sure to adore.

2. Look at Their Current Style

The clothes they wear and the home they keep are extensions of their personal taste. Someone who loves earthy linen fabrics and natural materials will likely enjoy a woody, botanical scent. Conversely, a person who adores bold colours and dramatic designs might prefer a statement-making fragrance with rich, complex notes.

3. Think About the Memory You Want to Create

Scent is intrinsically linked to memory. When you gift a fragrance, you’re also gifting an experience. A fresh, coconut-infused scent might remind them of a favourite beach trip to the Whitsundays. A warm, vanilla-based fragrance could evoke the joy of a classic Aussie Christmas pavlova shared with family. Choose a scent that not only suits them but also ties into a beautiful memory or a future aspiration.

4. When in Doubt, Choose a Discovery Set

If you’re still unsure, you can’t go wrong with a curated discovery set. It’s a thoughtful way to let them explore different scent profiles and find their own signature fragrance. It shows you care about their preferences and want them to find something they genuinely love to wear.

This holiday season, give more than just a perfume. Give a scent that says, “I see you, I understand you, and I celebrate you.” With a little thought, your gift will become their new favourite ritual, reminding them of you every time they wear it.

Shop our Discovery set here