Updated on Dec 10, 2024 at 4:30 PM
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The holidays are quickly approaching. If you are like us and don't want a repeat of last year, that means you are also staying ahead of the gift-giving game. It can be hard to figure out what to get someone for the festivities, but allow us to throw a suggestion into the ring: perfume gift sets.
We know fragrance is widely subjective, but that's the beauty of a set. These perfume sets typically include more than one scent, so whoever you give the gift to will be able to select their favorite of the bunch and possibly buy the full-size version for themselves in the future. Is your recipient a fan of woody scents but not citrus ones? There's a set for that. Prefer more of a subtle aroma as opposed to one with next-level sillage? You have options. Fragrance gift sets take the pressure off finding the one perfect present, which can be tricky. They also tend to come in trial or travel sizes, allowing you to save a bit of money while still treating your loved one to something special — a win-win.
Some even allow you to purchase samples and give you a voucher that you can exchange for a full size of your favorite scent. Others come with more substantial travel sizes that are perfect for a quick trip or to just keep in your work or gym bag.
Whether you are shopping for someone special or just feel a good treat-yourself moment coming on, we've got perfume gift sets for women, cologne options for men, and much more. Trust us, the editor-approved perfume gift sets ahead will make your holiday shopping (and gifting) a breeze.
Best Floral Perfume Gift Set
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Eau de Parfum Duo Set ($35)
"I wore the Gucci Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum on my wedding day, so it has a special place in my heart. This gift set contains that scent, plus the Flora Gorgeous Orchid Eau de Parfum. The Gardenia perfume smells of white gardenia and Jasmine, and the second has a scent of vanilla and ozonic accord. At only $35, it allows you to gift two luxury fragrances for under $50." — Jessica Harrington, senior editor, beauty
Best Floral Musky Perfume Set
Prada Mini Paradoxe Eau de Parfum Set ($39)
"I get the most compliments (ever) when I'm wearing the Paradoxe Eau de Parfum by Prada. Seriously — I was once stopped on the subway in NYC by a woman who needed to know what fragrance I was wearing, and people on the subway rarely speak to each other. That makes this gift set, which contains a mini size of the perfume in the signature triangle-shaped glass bottle and a travel size for on-the-go, a great gift to just about anyone. At under $50, the price tag is also refreshing for a luxury gift." — JH
Best Perfume Advent Calendar
Noteworthy Advent Calendar ($55)
"If there's one product the fragrance-lover in your life will be obsessed with, it's an advent calendar full of different scents. This one from Noteworthy includes 12 1.5ml samples so your gift-receiver can test out plenty of options, and then they get a credit to shop a full-sized fragrance or two travel sprays. The scents are all great, and the price isn't too steep, which makes this such a great option for a holiday gift." — Renee Rodriguez, staff writer and social producer
Best Candle and Perfume Gift Set
Malin and Goetz That's the Spirit Holiday Set ($98)
"The Malin and Goetz That's the Spirit Holiday Set is going at the top of my holiday wishlist as a giver and a receiver. It comes with a Dark Rum scented candle as well as a Dark Rum Eau de Parfum, and both — as I'm sure you can guess — smell delicious. It's a perfectly packaged present for anyone who wants to have a 'signature scent.' Whether you decide to gift it to someone you love or keep it for yourself, you won't be disappointed." — RR
Best Sweet Perfume Gift Set
Snif Soda Mixers Layering Bundle ($119)
"The Snif Soda Mixers Layering Bundle is one of the most innovative fragrance sets I've ever seen. It comes with a full-size bottle of Soda Snob — which has notes of fizzy lime, cinnamon, secret cola accord, and caramel — plus three mini sizes of Vanilla Vice, Tart Deco, and Citrus Circus. You can layer the scents to create your own 'cola concoction,' which allows you to mix and match and sport a different smell every day of the week. I'm already obsessed with Citrus Circus, so this set was a no-brainer for me. Plus, you can order it as a gift directly from their website. It doesn't get easier (or smell better) than that." — RR
Best Roll-On Perfume Gift
Perfumehead Cosmic Cowboy Perfume Oil Extract ($115)
"Purchasing a fragrance for someone can be a very personal experience, especially if you don't know them all that well. I love giving women's fragrance sets as gifts, but I always opt for a smaller size rather than something too big so that they can carry it around in their purse or when they're traveling. I also love going for roll-on fragrances, because I find the experience of using one to be sensual and different from your typical spray. Perfumehead's Cosmic Cowboy perfume oil smells like the perfect night out — a little smoky, a little musky, but all around good vibes." — RR
Best Earthy Perfume Gift Set
Maison Louis Marie No. 04 Bois de Balincourt & Votive Set ($122)
"With key notes of sandalwood, vetiver, and amber wood, this Maison Louis Marie set is earthy, rich, and warm. And you get it in three forms: a candle, perfume, and oil. This is a great option as a women's perfume set, but it also works for anyone special in your life." — Ariel Baker, former assistant editor, beauty
Best Spicy Perfume Gift Set
Fenty Eau de Parfum Perfume Set ($155)
"This perfume is beloved for a reason: it's somehow musky, earthy, and fruity all at once. The scent profile is sexy and mysterious, much like how you would imagine Rihanna smells. Once you get a whiff of it, you'll never want to put it down. Thankfully, this duo makes sure that you can have the scent with you at all times." — AB
Best DIY Perfume Gift Set
Olfactory In-Studio Custom Gift Set ($250)
"If you have a fragrance lover in your life who you can't quite seem to satisfy, get them this. It allows them to create their perfect perfume. It's a gift card disguised as a box of empty bottles, which serves as an invitation to an in-studio experience at the Olfactory store in New York City." – AB
Best Perfume Gift for Men
Dior Sauvage Eau Forte ($160)
"If you're looking for a perfume that'll impress the man in your life, grab them a bottle of the Dior Sauvage Eau Forte. The warm, woody perfume has notes of cold spices for a subtle bite, white lavender for softness, and musky woods for that earthy, warmness. I polled my husband, brother-in-law, and father for their thoughts and they all loved it. That's how you know it's a great gift idea for whoever is on your list." — JH
Best Luxury Perfume Gift Set
Maison Francis Kurkdijian Paris Baccarat Rouge 540 Travel Set ($385)
"If you haven't yet smelled the job that is Maison Francis Kurkdijian Paris's Baccarat Rouge 540, add it to your to-do list. It's an amber, woody, and floral scent that honestly smells divine — and it lasts for days. This travel set makes the perfect gift for anyone who is in love with the fragrance, it comes with five refills plus a gold spray bottle that looks elegant and chic. I know it's on my holiday wish list!" — RR
Best Travel Perfume Gift Set
Bond Voyage Refillable Travel Sprays ($390)
"Want to gift someone a fragrance but don't know exactly what they like? Try getting them a variety pack of popular perfume minis. This set comes with six of Bond No. 9's most iconic fragrances, like Greenwich Village and Bleecker Street. And the best part is that they're all refillable." — AB
Ariel Baker is a former assistant editor for PS Beauty. Her areas of expertise include celebrity news, beauty trends, and product reviews. She has additional bylines with Essence and Forbes Vetted.
Renee Rodriguez (she/her) is a staff writer and social producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for the PS TikTok and Instagram accounts.