By Katie Martlew
Spoil your mum scents-less this Mothers Day with a de-lovely new signature fragrance. Use our guide and follow your nose to select a fragrant tribute. From the young and chic mum to the elegant, outdoorsy, classic and house proud- we bring you our edit of the best new fragrances guaranteed to make her day.
1. She’s elegant and individual …
Anik Goutal Mandragore Pourpre EDT
Inspired by the ingredient mandrake- known throughout the ages for its therapeutic and aphrodisiac properties, this luxe spicy, woody fragrance is the darker, more mysterious version of Annick Goutal’s original Mandragore. We have been obsessed ever since we opened this bottle. Truly stunning.
Notes: bergamot, mint, star anis, rosemary from Spain, geranium, black pepper, patchouli leaf, myrtle from Morocco, incense, and heliotrope.
Fluted bottle 100ml EDT RRP $190. Square bottle 100ml EDT $150. Available at David Jones stores and boutique perfumeries.
2. She’s young and chic …
Chanel Chance Tendre
A fresh and fruity interpretation of the original Chance Eau de Parfum, Chance Eau tendre is an intoxicatingly playful floral scent perfect for the young at heart. This is also a gorgeous gift for the mum to be. Light and youthful. Delicious.
Notes: grapefruit, melon, quince, hyacinth, jasmine, iris, white musk, Virginia cedar and amber.
50ml RRP $126 100ml $184. Available May 2010 from major department stores and selected pharmacies nationally.
3. She’s classic and houseproud …
Jo Malone Collector’s Edition Coloured Candles with Farrow & Ball
OK so it’s not a fragrance but oh what a delightful fragrant gift. Jo Malone has collaborated with British paint and wallpaper powerhouse Farrow & Ball to launch the ultimate home-maker’s dream: a collection of five coloured candles featuring each of the iconic Jo Malone candle fragrances. Too chic for words and the last word in good taste.
Candle fragrances: Lime Basil & Mandarin, Wild Fig & Cassis, Grapefruit, Pomegranate Noir and Blue Agava & Cacao.
RRP $110. Available from April 18-mid June 10’ at selected David Jones and Jo Malone stores, and via www.jomalone.com.au
4. She’s outdoorsy with a penchant for flowers…
Elizabeth Arden Limited Edition Pretty Cologne Splash
The ultimate feminine feel-pretty scent, the new Pretty eau de cologne features the fresh floral bouquet of the original Pretty, with a sparkling hint of citrus. A fragrance to be worn, and loved every day. As the name suggests, this beautiful floral fragrance is so very pretty!
Notes: Italian Mandarin ORPUR, Orange Blossom, White Peach, Pink Lady Apple, Watermelon Granita, Petalia, Star Jasmine, Pink Iris, White Peony, White Woods, Fluffy Musk, Jacaranda Wood, Creamy Amber.
Pretty eau de cologne splash 200 ml RRP $79 Pretty Purse Spray (refillable) RRP $79. Available at Elizabeth Arden counters nationally.
5. She’s highly glamorous …
YSL New Opium
YSL’s cult risqué fragrance Opium- the sensual spicy floral love potion with an oriental twist, is now available in a super sexy new bottle (just in time for Mothers day!). A can’t go wrong show stopper for the confident and sophisticated mamma. Always reminds us of watching mum get ready for a glamorous night out and wishing we were old enough to be like her…
Notes: mandarin, bergamot, jasmine, lily of the valley, carnation, vanilla, patchouli, amber and myrrh.
RRP $135. For a list of stockists call: 02 9931 8888
6. She’s a luxe fashionista…
Eau Mega by Viktor and Rolf
‘Mega Glamorous, chic and sophisticated’ Eau Mega is a fresh, green and ultra-faceted floral scent, with sensual warm woody undertones and a hint of musk. (Housed in an absolutely divine bottle- might we add!). Try to give this as a gift if you can. We wager that you’ll run out and buy a bottle for yourself too. A fragrance to wear with a killer outfit and the perfect gift for the designer clad yummy mummy.
Notes: pear, citron, violet leaf, basil, peony, jasmine musk, aquatic notes, cedar, cashmere wood, sandalwood and white musk.
RRP $99.00. For stockists call: 02 9931 8888
7. She’s sophisticated and warm …
Stella McCartney Stella gift set
The Stella eau de parfum is an intensely seductive feminine scent, which contrasts the softness of rose with the dark sensuality of amber. Also included in this pretty two-piece gift set is the deliciously rich luxe Stella body cream. It’s not new but the set is and it’s gorgeous. So much better than interflora!
Fragrance notes: rose essence, peony flower, mandarine essence, rose absolute, and woody ambers.
RRP $115.00 Available from leading department stores and selected pharmacies nationally.
8. She’s the modern romantic ….
Marc Jacobs Daisy Mother’s Day set
Daisy is pure sunshine in a bottle. This fresh fragrance features a sparkling floral bouquet, wrapped in warm woods with an eclectic velvety edge. Included in the set is a 50ml EDT, 75ml shower gel and 75ml body lotion. Break her out of a fragrance rut and give her a new fragrance she’ll fall in love with. A wonderful uplifting fragrance that is appropriate for all occasions.
Fragrance notes: violet, wild strawberry, ruby red grapefruit, gardenia, violet petals, jasmine petals, musk, vanilla, and white woods.
RRP $90.00. Available from MYER, David Jones and selected pharmacies.
