16 Perfume Gift Sets That She Actually Wants

You can't really go wrong in Liberty: London's best-looking department store is famed for its fragrance floor. This well-packaged discovery set contains six deluxe samples (worth £175) from the retailer's most iconic brands, including Frederic Malle and Vilhelm Parfumerie.

Gucci knows there's nothing sexy about a scented shower gel, so has replaced the traditional bottle with a bag-sized scent instead. Also containing a full-size bottle of Gorgeous Gardenia, in all its jasmine-soaked headiness, this is a set that's certain to impress any fan of floral fragrances.

As the saying goes, the best things come in small packages. Le Labo's brown cardboard box may look unassuming to the untrained eye, but any niche beauty fan will instantly recognise the straight-from-the-lab label. And yes, the phenomenally popular Santal 33 (alongside four other heroes) is inside.

Giving Chanel is a damn-near faultless move – few would fail to be impressed. No5 is the no-brainer, and this refillable purse spray marries practicality with guaranteed present points.

A discovery set is a smart gift for anyone looking for their signature scent, but eschew the basic options for something a little more considered.

One that screams 'I've done some research', D.S & Durga's sleek set offers an introduction into the niche fragrance duo's six best scents, including the brilliantly unique fig and coconut Debaser, and the green floral Rose Atlantic.

Mr. Ford's most obviously sexy scent, Black Orchid is a classic for good reason. This is the perfect gift for anyone who likes their fragrance deep, sweet and intoxicating.

Negate the need for wrapping with Jo Malone's signature cream and black fragrance crackers. Each one contains a travel-size cologne alongside classic bath and body products. They sell out fast every year, so get organised now.

With ten classic scents from across three collections, Acqua di Parma's limited-edition festive set is a truly thorough introduction to the brand. The iconic Colonia is an obvious highlight, but Yuzu is the most underrated gem.

We’d be annoyed by Byredo’s cooler-than-thou stance by now, if it didn’t make such consistently good scents. From the blooming florals of La Tulipe to the cotton crispness of Blanche, this monochrome triptych makes for a painfully cool present.

If in doubt, go Hermès. One of the season’s most fail-safe gift sets, this collection of colognes features four of the most revered scents in the house's roster, including the new Eau de Basilic Pourpre: a masterclass in unisex botanicals.

Frédéric Malle successfully straddles the niche/accessible divide with its line of unusual yet universally loved perfumes. An easy entry route into the collection – and a great stocking stuffer – this discovery set contains all his greatest hits.

Everybody knows not to judge a perfume by its packaging, but the aesthetic extravagance of Christian Louboutin's attention-seeking box is hard to ignore.

Good thing, then, that the contents are equally impressive: seven filigree flacons containing the brand's most imprressive scents, from the energetic rose-tinged Loubifunk to the sultry leather Loubiraj.

Miss Dior is a risk-free choice for any fan of floral scents: it's light, rosy and easily likeable. This set sees the iconic bottle set next to a chic travel spray, all wrapped up in special seasonal packaging.

From the unbridled romance of Eau Rose to the fresh green fig of Philosykos, Diptyque's niche-but-easy scents are total crowdpleasers. This beautifully packaged set is a great opportunity to try the brand's five greatest hits.

No, your favourite copper utensil peddler hasn’t branched into perfume. Like his (very nearly) namesake, Tom Daxon approaches his craft with an eye for style, making his perfume line one of the most shelf-worthy around. But it’s not about what’s on the outside – these niche blends are total crowd-pleasers, too.

From the fresh-cut grass twang of Salvia Sclarea to the moody floral notes of Crushing Bloom, she’s sure to find a favourite in this small-yet-mighty set.

Serge Lutens crafts the kind of scents that demand to be worn in a dimly lit bar. Bold, unique and memorable, this collection of eight fragrance vials is a glamorous choice.