Luxury
Fragrances
The festive season is the perfect time to indulge in the luxury of fine perfumes! At Hashtag Life, we've curated a selection of the most exquisite fragrance brands, each chosen for their unique olfactory experiences, distinctive ethos, and unparalleled style. Whether you're treating your loved ones or pampering yourself, our guide features the crème de la crème of luxury scents that will make this Christmas unforgettable.
PERFUME DIRECT
Perfume Direct is a treasure trove of luxurious fragrances that make perfect Christmas gifts. Nothing says ‘festive gift’ quite like a beautiful bottle of perfume! Here are a few of our top picks that will surely bring festive cheer to the women in your life.
These fabulous fragrances from Perfume Direct are sure to bring joy and a touch of luxury to your Christmas celebrations. Treat your loved ones to the magic of scent this holiday season and make their festivities even more special.
Marc Jacobs Daisy Pop EDT. For those who love vibrant and elegant fragrances, Daisy Pop by Marc Jacobs is a charming and enchanting choice. This lively floral-fruity scent blends refreshing citrus, delicate florals, and warm musk, making it an irresistible aroma that’s perfect for the holiday season. It’s a delightful gift that’s sure to make anyone smile.
Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium for Women For the women who love to dazzle, Yves Saint Laurent’s Black Opium is a must-have. With its rich, addictive notes of coffee, vanilla, and white flowers, this perfume is both enchanting and energetic. It’s the ultimate gift for someone who likes to make a statement with their scent.
Treat yourself or a lucky someone to the Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic Eau de Toilette Gift Set from Guerlain. This luxurious set includes two sizes of the vibrant Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic Eau de Toilette, bursting with juicy mandarin and aromatic basil, and the refreshing Aqua Allegoria Bergamot Body Lotion. Together, they create a joyful and evocative fragrance experience that transports you to the Italian coastline. This set is perfect for anyone who loves fresh, citrusy scents.
BDK PARFUM
For the fragrance connoisseur on your list, BDK Parfums offers must-have gifts that are as unique and captivating as they are luxurious. Founded by David Benedek in 2016, this independent designer perfumer is based in Palais Royal, Paris, and embodies the essence of French craftsmanship. Each fragrance from BDK Parfums is a meticulously crafted masterpiece, created without predefined formulas and guided by the skillful work of artisans using the highest quality raw materials.
BDK Parfums’ olfactory collections are characterized by their unique, high-quality fragrances imbued with allure, passion, and character. These scents are inspired by moments and instants, resonating with the world of words and tales, evoking both imaginary and realistic stories. Conceived as an olfactory library, each perfume box resembles the cover of a book, embodying the story and inspiration behind each fragrance.
Pas Ce Soir Extrait Eau de Parfum 100ml (£240) Evoking Parisian mystery and sensuality, Pas Ce Soir blends the richness of cocoa with the spicy freshness of black pepper and ginger. Notes of peach complement the fruity sweetness of quince chutney and orange blossom, while the base of patchouli and vanilla brings power and depth. This intoxicating trail of floral and fruity accents is a perfect gift for those who love deep, complex fragrances.
312 Saint-Honoré 100ml (£163) Celebrating the opening of BDK Parfums’ first boutique in Paris, 312 Saint-Honoré is a creation with a delicate, captivating trail of pink peppercorn, white musk, and orange blossom. This woody, musky, and floral scent is inspired by the emblematic raw materials that compose the address: glass, concrete, and white Burgundy stone. It’s a sophisticated choice that embodies the elegance of Parisian chic.
These exceptional fragrances from BDK Parfums are crafted to perfection, making them the ultimate luxurious gift for the discerning perfume lover this Christmas.
GOLDFIELD & BANKS
At Hashtag Life we’ve not seen such beautiful and aesthetically tasteful bottle designs as those from Goldfield & Banks. Step into a world of refined elegance this holiday season and elevate your celebrations with our hand-picked collection of warm and inviting fragrances, designed to be cherished in endless ways.
Goldfield & Banks combines the science of Australia’s most authentic native essences with centuries of French expertise in luxury, crafting perfumes that offer the ultimate Australian olfactory experience. Their fragrances capture the essence of Australia’s diverse landscapes, using high-grade native oils and exotic ingredients to create scents that exude luxuriousness and depth. Committed to sustainability, they work with Australian growers and world-leading oil producers, ensuring their perfumes leave the planet in the same or better condition.
Silky Woods
Silky Woods, the debut fragrance in their luxury Botanical Series, is a standout creation. Encased in molten gold and infused with precious Agarwood, this fragrance captures Australia’s sensory experience with a modern sillage of soft suede, exotic vanilla, and smoky tobacco leaves, complemented by saffron, incense, ylang ylang, and native sandalwood. Silky Woods is a celebration of organic ingredients and home-grown innovation, offering a subtle, luxurious, and modern interpretation of Agarwood that’s delightful for any occasion.
Join Goldfield & Banks in celebrating the beauty of Australia’s native ingredients and sustainable practices with their exquisite fragrances, perfect for gifting this holiday season.
OMBRE LAMAR
Discover a world of luxurious aromas with Ombré Lamar, a fragrance brand offering parfums for both men and women. Their name, inspired by the art of mixing tones, reflects their unique and prestigious perspective on fragrance. Born in London, Ombré Lamar blends traditional Arabic tales with contemporary London style, creating classic fragrances that pay homage to iconic landscapes.
Ombré Lamar’s female parfums celebrate timeless elegance, blending the finest ingredients to create harmonious symphonies of aromas. Each fragrance exudes confidence and sophistication, from delicate floral and fruity top notes to lingering woody bases.
Embrace the luxurious scents of Ombré Lamar and experience a new level of sophistication and elegance this holiday season.
Donia Parfum captures the essence of sophistication with a captivating blend of balsamic, woody, and oriental notes. Designed to allure and inspire, Donia opens with vibrant top notes of saffron, nutmeg, mandarin, pink pepper, and pear. These initial notes create an intriguing and spicy-fruity opening, awakening the senses with their exotic character.
As the fragrance unfolds, it reveals a heart of aromatic coffee, sensual jasmine, delicate orange blossom, and a unique solar floral accord, all grounded by the deep, mysterious scent of oud. This luxurious heart creates a warm and inviting embrace, reminiscent of a sunlit garden filled with exotic blooms and spices.
The base notes of Donia provide a lasting and seductive finish. Cedarwood and patchouli add depth and earthiness, while the creamy sweetness of vanilla and the soft, enveloping warmth of musk create a harmonious and long-lasting trail. Encased in a bottle that embodies its lavish essence, Donia captivates, excites, and inspires, leaving an enchanting impression wherever it lingers.
NOYZ
Noyz is a modern fragrance brand creating premium scents rooted in real, raw, and authentic storytelling. They unfilter the filtered and disrupt industry standards of perfection, crafting unique, expressive, and long-lasting fragrances inspired by real stories and raw feelings. Noyz believes scent is a new dimension for self-expression, with the power to explore and amplify who you are – the imperfect, the messy, the real.
Lost+Found is fresh and clean, like close skin contact. This fragrance pulls you in and won’t let you go. Italian Lemon, Jasmine, and Cedarwood send a soft, citrus kick that keeps you on their mind. It leaves a trail so you can be found, lingering on the sweatshirt you “accidentally” left behind. Perfect for those intimate, memorable moments.
Unmute is vanilla reimagined. A bold, delicious vanilla that’s deeper, spicier, and lasts longer so you can stand out. Made to be craved with notes of lush black plum and pistachio that draw you in for a sweet first impression, while crisp amber and cashmere woods linger to add warmth, sophistication, and depth. Get loud. Be bold. Be you. Unmute.
Experience the unapologetic authenticity of Noyz this holiday season and find the perfect scent to express your true self.
FENTY FRAGRANCE
Gift the bold and intoxicating spicy floral scent of Fenty Fragrance, Rihanna’s signature creation, this holiday season. With key notes of magnolia, musk, tangerine, and Bulgarian rose, these fragrances are available in three curated limited-edition sets, perfect for treating yourself or someone special.
Fenty Eau de Parfum 75 ML + Scented Ceramic Gift Set (£115.00) This luxurious set features a full-size 75 ML bottle of Fenty Eau de Parfum and a new branded Scented Ceramic. The best-selling fragrance, designed by Rihanna herself, is complemented by a limited-edition perfumed ceramic, making it a holiday keepsake. The special-edition packaging, adorned with the iconic Fenty maze logo and a fun ball-in-maze game, adds an extra touch of festive flair. I found the packaging incredibly fun and engaging, a perfect gift for any Fenty fan!
Fenty Eau de Parfum Travel Spray + Mini Gift Set (£28.00) This ultimate travel-friendly fragrance set features a 10 ML Travel Spray and a new 6 ML mini bottle of Fenty Eau de Parfum. It’s ideal for those who love to take their favourite scent on-the-go without sacrificing the luxurious feel of the full-size bottle. I love how convenient and chic this mini version is!
Fenty Eau de Parfum 30 ML + Travel Spray Gift Set (£67.00) This luxe set includes a 30 ML bottle and a 10 ML Travel Spray of Fenty Eau de Parfum. Perfect for topping off all your holiday looks, this warm floral fragrance is bold, complex, and truly one-of-a-kind. It’s the go-to set for anyone who wants to make a lasting impression.
These Fenty Fragrance sets are the perfect way to add a touch of Rihanna’s iconic style to your holiday season. Treat yourself or someone special to the magic of Fenty Fragrance and make this holiday truly unforgettable.
