For the big things, little things and everything else in between, spoil the mother figure in your life with the gift of a new perfume for Mother’s Day.
Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show appreciation for the special women in our lives, and what better way to express love and gratitude than with a beautifully curated fragrance gift? Whether she adores floral or woody scents, a luxury scent or something that will look good on her beauty shelf, we’ve compiled a list of six fragrances that are sure to delight her senses and remind her of you every time she uses them.
1. A Floral Fragrance
Everyone knows flowers are a classic Mother’s Day gift, but why not kick it up a notch with a floral perfume that will outlast any fresh bunch? Whisk her away to a blossoming Mediterranean garden with Yves Saint Laurent Libre L’Eau Nue. This new alcohol-free Parfum de Peau is a fresh, sun-kissed take on the iconic Libre scent, featuring a blend of juicy citrus and radiant orange blossom sourced from the YSL Ourika Community Gardens. Designed to melt into the skin with a unique oil-in-water formula, this perfume leaves behind a soft, glowing trail that feels like summer florals captured in a bottle.
2. A Woody Fragrance
For a gift that feels grounding, elegant and entirely unexpected, surprise her with a woody fragrance with a serene twist. Giorgio Armani Santal Dan Sha Eau de Toilette is inspired by the quiet beauty of Chinese imperial gardens. Balancing the creamy depth of sandalwood with fresh bergamot and aromatic cardamom, this refreshing scent can worn every day. If she’s someone who loves fragrances that come with a backstory, she’ll be over the moon to learn that the lacquered bottle has been designed to reflect the rich red tones of traditional Chinese palace facades.
3. A Fragrance Gift Set
Beautifully wrapped and beautifully scented, it’s no surprise that the best fragrance gift set for Mother’s Day is the Jo Malone London English Pear & Sweet Pea Cologne Collection. Gift sets are always a great idea as they offer an incredible selection of products that won’t break the bank. A rich blend of florals and fresh fruit, this limited-edition 2-piece collection from Jo Malone London makes a beautifully uplifting gift. It features a full-size cologne offering a light floral scent with notes of juicy pear, sweet pea and soft white musk, alongside a travel-sized version for on-the-go. If she’s ever mentioned that her perfume fades too quickly, a set like this allows her to layer and refresh throughout the day, keeping her lightly perfumed from morning to night.
4. A Perfume With An Iconic Design
If she loves putting her perfumes on display, she’ll swoon over the sculptural design of EX NIHILO’s Lust in Paradise Eau de Parfum, exclusive to David Jones. Inspired by the dreamlike warmth of the French Riviera, this radiant scent opens with pink pepper and blooms into a heart of white peony and lychee. Notes of cedarwood, musk and amber add a sun-drenched sensuality that will linger on her skin all day. Housed in a striking, minimalist bottle, it’s a captivating fragrance that looks as luxurious as it smells.
To celebrate EX NIHILO’s arrival to Australia, launching exclusively with David Jones, we spoke with co-founder Benoît Verdier to discover the story behind the scent and what’s next for the brand: The Art of Fragrance: A Conversation with EX NIHILO’s Co-Founder, Benoît Verdier.
5. A Covetable Fragrance Under $200
Surprise her with a scent that feels elevated without breaking the bank, like Who Is Elijah’s Chemical Addiction Eau de Parfum. This unisex fragrance opens with zesty citrus before unfolding into a heart of white florals and blackcurrant, finishing with soft musk and blonde woods. Bold yet effortless, intriguing yet simple, Who Is Elijah’s scents are always a sophisticated choice as a gift for Mother’s Day. With its minimalist bottle and long-lasting scent, a single spritz delivers all-day allure.
6. A Luxury Fragrance Under $500
She’s an inspiration like no other, so if you’re looking to really spoil her this Mother’s Day, you’ll need a fragrance like no other: Eladaria by Creed. This enchanting rose fragrance captures the essence of a dreamlike garden at dawn, where dewy petals and morning light awaken the senses. Opening with sparkling mandarin and a touch of pink pepper, it unfolds into a bouquet of rose, peony and lily of the valley, before settling into a soft, sensual base of cashmere wood, vanilla and musk. Whether she saves it for a special occasion or wears it daily, this Mother’s Day gift is one she’ll never forget.
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