Christmas Gift Guide: Fragrance

 Welcome back to my penultimate Gift Guide. Today I'm talking you through some of the many fragrance gifsets for both ladies and gents that the market has to offer.

Nina Ricci Luna EDT 50ml Gift Set £46: With notes of caramel and vanilla, this scent is a little heavier than others but not ridiculously overpowering that you can't wear it. Plus the bottle is gorgeous and the whole giftset is very asthetically pleasing.
Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal EDP 50ml Gift Set £63: JPL's latest fragrance is very reminscent of Paco Rabanne's Olympea but not as heavy or heady. It's one of the slightly more expensive gift sets but it's opulent looking bottle and packaging is well worth every penny.
Yves Saint Laurent Opium EDT 30ml Gift Set £44: Opium is a classic scent and reminds me a lot of my mum. It's the perfect scent for the more mature lady as it has a heaviness to it that gives it a real oomph but it's not overpowering to the point where you can't wear it.

Marc Jacobs Decadence EDP 50ml Gift Set £71: With woody amber notes this fragrance is the ultimate indulgent fragrance. It smells sexy, feminine and classic all at once. Perfect for any girl bosses you know who love to smell great as they take on the world.
Kenzo Kenzo World EDP 50ml Gift Set £63: I have to admit that the bottle was the first thing that caught my eye with this fragrance. But when I looked into it, it's floral notes with hints of Amber and Rose reminded me of a Rosie For Autograh fragrance I adore. And if it smells anything like that you're onto a winner.
Gucci Gucci Bloom EDP 50ml Gift Set £72: Last year I was obsessed with Gucci Bamboo but this year it's been taken over by Gucci's latest fragrance. With notes of white floral and tuber rose this perfume is a hard hitter but not over powering or headache inducing. It's little expensive but it's what I've come to expect from Gucci.

And if full sized gift sets aren't someone's thing or you're not too sure of what scent they like then these miniature selection scents are the perfect gift. 

Diptyque Fragrance Gift Set £75: Contains five rollerballs of Diptyques famous fragrances including Philosykos and Vetyverio. More on the pricey side but a good idea if you're doing one more luxury present instead of a bunch of smaller inexpensive presents.
Estee Lauder Fragrance Treasures Gift Set £37: If you know someone who is a fan of Estee Lauder but don't know their fragrance preference then this set of four generously sized Estee Lauder fragrances would be perfect. Including Modern Muse and their classic Pleasures perfume, I'm sure this is bound to make someone's Christmas.
Jo Malone London Crazy Colourful Cracker £34: If you know someone who has shown an interest in Jo Malone but hasn't wanted to spend on themselves this cracker is perfect. With three different beauty miniatures in three famous scents, this little cracker will give someone that feel of indulgence without breaking the bank.

 Lancome Mini EDP Fragrance Collection £29: Contains five miniatures of Lancome fragrances including La Vie Est Belle and O De Lancome. A brilliant priced set for a higher end/luxury brand with generous sized bottles to really get a feel for the fragrance.
Gucci Miniatures Gift Set £32.50: Now if the full sized Bloom gift set wasn't for you but you still know someone who'll like it then save yourself some money and pick up this gift set. Not only do you get Bloom but you also get Bamboo, Gucci Guilty and Flora Gardenia for the fraction of the price.
House of Juicy Couture Deluxe Mini EDP Set £30: If you know someone who's a fan of Juicy Couture but find it hard to remember which one is their favourite then this set of four is brilliant. Including Viva La Juicy this little set is not only cute but well worth it's not ridiculously high price tag.

And if you're struggling to find a fragrance for the man in your life then I thought I'd throw together a few that I like the smell of to help you out. 

Paco Rabanne Invictus 50ml Gift Set £47: If you know a gent who's a fan of Paco Rabanne but don't want to join the fad that is One Million then give Invictus a go. A little fresher and marine based then One Million, this scent is one who like more clean cut an fresh scents.
Hugo Boss The Scent 50ml Gift Set £49: If you like Boss Bottled but don't want to buy the same fragrance again this year try the The Scent. One of the newer scents from Hugo Boss, it's aromatic and spicy scent is a contrast to Boss Bottled but still clean enough to not be heady or overpowering.
Versace Eros Gift Set £39: If the man in your life like a heavier, spicier fragrance then Versace Eros if for them. It's a slightly smaller bottle than you'd usually get but because this is such a strong fragrance, a little is all that is needed. So essentially it's going to last longer than others as less is needed to smell great.
Dolce And Gabbana The One Gift Set £51: Now if you want to spoilt the gent in your life The One from D&G is the one (excuse the pun). It's spicy notes with hints of amber and tobacco makes this a stunning gents scent that oozes sensuality and will make your man smell absolutely divine.

Paco Rabanne Pure XS 50ml Gift Set £47: The newest scent from Paco Rabanne has a sexy undertone to it. It's not overly heady or heavy but is one that you'll definitely be able to smell for hours.
Joop Homme Gift Set £42: If you want to go down a classic route for your dad or older sibling then Joop is the way to go. The classic homme scent is a bestseller and classic scent that stands the test of time. The gift set is a 75ml bottle which comes in around the same price on it's own if not more so if you're looking to save some money then I'd recommend checking the set out.
Hugo Boss Bottled Gift Set £45: If Hugo Boss' The Scent isn't your kind of thing and you're looking for a cleaner fresher scent then Boss Bottled is perfect.It has a sweetness to it that stops it from being overpowering but still leaves a lasting impression.
Diesel Only The Brave Gift Set £44: And the last fragrance set is one that anyone of any age can wear and smell great with. Only The Brave is another classic scent that can be worn by anyone, clean with hints of citrus and leather, this has a unique twist which smells different on everyone.

Christmas Gift Guide: Under £25

Welcome back to my second Christmas Gift Guide of the year. Yesterday I talked you through some great gifts that were under £10 and today I'm talking through some fantastic gifts that in at £25 or under.

Fresh Pretty In Pink Lip Trio £24: I may be late to the party but I've finally found a Fresh gift set to feature here. This mini trio contains three miniature Sugar Lips in the shades Rose, Petal and Tulip. At £24 this is a brilliant way to introduce someone to the brand or to treat a die hard fan.
Urban Decay Little Vices Set £25: Urban Decay have released a new liquid lipstick trio for Christmas, contains four of their Vice Liquid Lipsticks. With three comfort matte shades and metallised shade this is a great way to try the Vice lipsticks without the hassle of choosing one particular shade.
Too Faced Under The Kistletoe Set £22: Too Faced always do great sets at Christmas and this year is no different. Their Kistltoe set contains two Melted Liquified Lipsticks, a Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick and a Melted Latex Liquid Lipstick. At £22 you can't go wrong for adding it as an extra present to any die hard liquid lipstick lovers gift pile.

Stila Sheer Delight Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick Set £20: Stila never fail to impress me at Christmas with their mini liquid lipstick kits. This year they've taken them down a different route and added a sheer shade alongside two of their bestselling permanent Stay All Day shades. This is definitely going on my Christmas list.
Kat Von D London Calling Vol 2 Set £19.50: Kat Von D always have a miniature trio in their Christmas line and this year she's followed up from last years London Calling Set. With a Everlasting Liquid Lipstick, Studded Kiss Lipstick and Tattoo Liner, this trio of products gives beauty lovers a chance to try out some of KVD's bestselling products.
Pixi Lip Lift Max Trio £12.50: I know that Pixi's Lip Lift Max is a bestselling product so of course I had to feature it in my guide. Containing three mini Lip Lift Max's in three different shades, this will give lips that stunning plumped effect but won't leave you looking like you've been stung by a bee.

Pixi Peel And Polish Set £20: Every year Pixi do fantastic miniature sets. Last year it was the Glow Mud set, this year it's the Peel and Polish Set. Containing a miniature Rose Flash Balm and a mini Peel and Polish, it gives beauty lovers a chance to try two of Pixi's newer products with shelling out the full price for them. I couldn't wait til Christmas for this so treated myself on payday.
Estee Lauder Repair+Renew Starter Set £24: If you know someone who's very on it with their skincare then this Estee Lauder mini kit would be perfect. Containing minis of the Advanced Night Repair Eye Complex and ANR Recovery Complex, this set allows people to try the award winning skincare products at a fraction of the price of a full sized bottle.
Origins Mask Musts Set £25: Origins face masks are some of the best on the market but are hardly available in handy sample sizes. This trio gift set gives beauty lovers a chance to try three of their bestselling masks for the price of one full sized tube. And then if they like it, they can spend the money to buy a full size product and know it's not going to waste.

Royal Jelly Hex Tin Of Beauty Treats £15: Royal Jelly is a classic brand and never fails to please at least one member of the family. This trio of full sized products is really going to make someones Christmas and they'll still have the classic looking tin once they've used up the products.
Sanctuary Must Have Body Treats £20: Sanctuary never fail to do luxurious looking gift sets at budget friendly prices. And this Must Have set is testament to that. Containing two full sized products and three deluxe miniature products, this will give someone an array of options when they want to pamper themselves at the end of a day.
Sanctuary Good Enough To Treat £18: Another amazing gift set from Sanctuary is their Good Enough To Treat Set. A bigger version of their Sweet On You Set, this beautifully presented gift set contains six deluxe sized miniatures all in their White Lily and Damask Rose scent. And if that wasn't good enough, it's all presented in this stunning glass jar that is bound to come in handy once it's empty.

Marc Jacobs The Sex Kitten Cracker £13.50: Another brand that I didn't know did gift sets is Marc Jacobs. This stunning cracker comes with two miniature products, one of which is his famous Le Marc Creme Lipstick. At £13.50 this is a great way to treat someone to a little bit of Marc Jacobs and if this cracker isn't to their taste there are two others to choose from as well.
Benefit Galifornia Love Set £24.50: Benefit always do a ton of sets at Christmas but the one that caught my eye this year was their Galifornia Love Set. Containing a full sized Gimme Brow, a full sized Roller Lash and a miniature Galifornia Blush, this trio set not only comes in beautiful packaging but also won't break the bank but will spoil the lucky recipient rotten.
NYX Ready, Prep, Go Travel Kit £25: If you know someone who travels a lot or just wants to try a selection of products from NYX this travel kit is perfect. Containing deluxe miniature sizes of some of their bestselling products including Matte Finish Setting Spray and HD Finishing Powder, this would be great to replenish someones travel make up or just introduce them to NYX as a brand.

Ciate Nail Polish Snow Globe £25: Ciate are a brand you don't often see sets from but when I saw this one on the M&S website then I thought I'd feature it. Containing 3 new, exclusive and limited edition nail polishes, this globe is a brilliant gift for nail lovers. It's price is a little wishy washy for what you get but a lot of brands happen to increase the price just before Christmas.
Kat Von D Fragrance And Lip Colour Duo £24: Now these next two gifts should probably be in my Fragrance Gift Guide but I thought they sat better within the price brackets instead. Kat Von D released two fragrances this year, Sinner and Saint. And for Christmas she has released two duo sets which include a rollerball of fragrance and an Everlasting Liquid Lipstick. All that's left to decide is are you a sinner or a saint?
Rosie For Autograph Core Coffret £25: You may recognise this gift set from last years gift guides but I couldn't not feature it again last year. Rosie For Autograph hasn't released any new sets this year so if you missed out last year you're in luck. Containing a 30ml bottle of her original EDP alongside a candle and 100ml body lotion of the same scent, this is worth every one of it's £25's.

Liz Earle Winter Revival Cleanse and Polish £20.75: Liz Earle's Cleanse and Polish is a bestselling product and to give it an even bigger boost this year they've brought it out in a Sweet Orange and Mint scent. It's limited edition so if you know someone who adores this product, I'd snap it up quickly. It'll be gone before you know it.
Neal's Yard Bee Lovely Nourishing Duo £15: The Neal's Yard Bee Lovely range is absolutely divine so when I saw this set I knew I had to feature it. Containing a Bee Lovely Hand Cream and a Bee Lovely Balm, this set not only smells divine but is also nourishing on the skin, with some of the proceeds going towards charity.
Zoella Bits And Bobs Tin Set £12.50: I had a good hard look at the Zoella Christmas range this year and didn't see much that I thought I could feature in my guides. However this duo of gorgeous tins was something I thought a lot of people would like. I personally have asked for these to add to my collection of cake tins but you can store anything you want in these and they aren't badly priced either.

Neal's Yard Wild Rose Beauty Balm Box £12.50: If you know someone who wants to try Neal's Yard as a brand but doesn't like to spend that much money of themselves then this box is perfect. Containing a decent sized pot of their famous Wild Rose Beauty Balm, this gift is purse friendly and bound to bring a smile to any beauty lover's face.
Emma Hardy Merry Moringa £15: Every year Emma Hardie release their travel sized Moringa Cleansing Balm. And this year is not different. Perfect for trying out this multi award winning cleanser or just adding a travel sized to your collection without breaking the bank. Plus it comes with a cleansing cloth so you've pretty much got everything in one little box.
This Works The Big Bang Gift Set £12: If you know someone who would benefit from a This Works product but don't know if they'd use a full size product this cracker is brilliant. Not only does it have fantastic packaging but it contains a mini Deep Sleep Pillow Spray and Eye Mask. Have trouble sleeping when you travel or just in general, this would be the perfect gift to add to your list.