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Holiday fragrance gifts 2016, part 3

Posted by Robin on 4 December 2016 12 Comments

Part three in our eight-part series on fragrance related holiday gifts features scented items for men, although there are plenty of “unisex” ideas in the other articles, and as always there are probably a few things here that women might like. Do add any of your own recommendations in the comments!

DS & Durga Bowmakers pocket roll-on

From DS & Durga, Bowmakers in a pocket perfume oil roll-on: "Amongst the transcendental woods of the 1800s, craftsmen from the Massachusetts Bay Colony built violin bows in the tiny towns of the Pioneer Valley. The shops were filled with old growth mahogany, burled maple shavings, amber pine rosin, aged walnut and the craftsmen’s unique, secret varnishes. An androgynous, full bodied scent, Bowmaker’s ether reek is subdued by supple leather and a variety of woods." $72 for 10 ml at Twisted Lily.

 

Shinola Canfield candle

From Shinola Detroit, the Canfield candle (made by Joya): "Hand poured in Brooklyn, New York, this sophisticated artisanal candle is scented with pleasingly masculine notes of smoke, leather and shoe polish." 200g for $48 at Nordstrom.

 

Atelier Cologne Oud Saphir bar soap

From Atelier Cologne, the Oud Saphir bar soap: "These soaps are hard-milled, vegetable-based and enriched with aloe vera and shea butter. Citrus oils offer a clean, refreshing and invigorating experience with a skin-softening, frothy lather." 200g bar for $20 at Beautyhabit.

 

Prospector Co Peary & Henson Aftershave Splash

From Prospector Co, Peary & Henson Aftershave Splash: "This aftershave splash takes its roots from old maritime travels. The arctic blue color and the chilling smell of bay leaf and coriander brings to mind the voyage of Robert E. Peary and Matthew Henson who were the first explorers to reach the North Pole." 118 ml for $18 at Barneys.

 

Aedes Cellarius gift box

From Aedes, the Cellarius gift box: "This Aedes Holiday gift box includes the rare Cellarius candle by perfumer Olivia Giacometti [sic] along with the Cellarius art work on a printed post card & matches with a star constellation motif, all gift wrapped in our black signature box." With spices, papyrus, rosewood and cedar; $85.

 

Molton Brown Iconic Washes Gift Set For Him

From Molton Brown, the Iconic Washes Gift Set For Him, with 300 ml bottles of Bushukan Body Wash, Black Peppercorn Body Wash and Tobacco Absolute Bath & Shower Gel. $75 at Neiman Marcus.

 

Etro Patchouly

Etro's classic unisex Patchouly, updated with a spiffy new bottle and reportedly with a "more intense" juice: "From first spritz, bold beams of citrus awaken the nuances of deep dark woods, sparking the interest of the mysterious sandalwood facet. Glowing from the top down, dominant patchouli petals power up the intoxicating notes of labdanum and tonka bean as creamy vanilla and tolu balsam sweeten up the provocative dry down, revealing a fascinating signature for both men and women." In 100 ml Eau de Toilette, £106 at Escentual in the UK.

 

Korres Vetiver Root Green Tea Cedarwood gift set

From Korres, a Vetiver Root Green Tea Cedarwood gift set, with 50 ml Eau de Toilette and 125 ml Aftershave Balm for $38. You can find the matching shower gel ("Scented with aromatic vetiver, energizing green tea, and warm, woody cedarwood, it is a perfect complement to the Vetiver Root Aftershave Balm") at Sephora, 250 for $18.

 

Parfums de Marly Pegasus gift set

From Parfums de Marly, a Pegasus gift set, with 125 ml Eau de Parfum and a matching candle: "Pegasus is an elegant fougere fragrance inspired by the winning stallion of the 18th century and the mythological creature of its namesake." $300 at Nordstrom.

 

Tom Ford Tuscan Leather All Over Body Spray

From Tom Ford, the Tuscan Leather All Over Body Spray: "This ultra-sexy interpretation of leather captures its primal, animalistic scent and smooth, voluptuous qualities. The addition of olibanum, night blooming jasmine, and black suede gives it a distinctive, modern spin that is raw yet refined, sensual yet sophisticated." $67 for 150 ml at Sephora.

More fragrance gifts...

Holiday fragrance gifts 2016, part 2
Holiday fragrance gifts 2016, part 1
Diptyque holiday candles 2016
Scented advent calendars 2016, part 2
Scented advent calendars 2016, part 1

Filed Under: fragrance shopping
Tagged With: aedes, atelier cologne, bar soap, candle, ds and durga, etro, gifts, holiday, korres, molton brown, olivia giacobetti, parfums de marly, shaving, shower gel, tom ford

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  1. nozknoz says:
    4 December 2016 at 12:45 pm

    Is Tom Ford trying to attract the Axe generation with that All Over Body Spray format?

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    • johanob says:
      4 December 2016 at 12:53 pm

      I had a funny incident at a local retailer recently.I know the owner fairly well and he lets me go in behind the counters and sniff and seek out things on my own.One day I headed for the then new TF Neroli Portofino Aqua(or something) and he exclaims “Oh no!!!Not the Fords!!All the schoolboys are wearing them…!!”Yup.Axe generation is upon us.

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    • Robin says:
      4 December 2016 at 1:04 pm

      I suppose, and he’s not alone — lots of designers are doing them now, and not just for men.

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  2. cazaubon says:
    4 December 2016 at 6:02 pm

    The Etro Patchouli looks nice!

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    • Robin says:
      4 December 2016 at 7:35 pm

      I love the new bottle. No idea if fans will like the new formula though!

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  3. hajusuuri says:
    4 December 2016 at 7:29 pm

    Rituals has a nice gift set for men. I’m not linking to it because there is something wrong with the website or they didn’t plan right. There’s a 4-page glossy advertorial spread in this week’s T magazine which included all sorts of gift sets. Clicking through to Gifts for Her, Gift Sets, Gifts for Him and Shop (for perfumes) came up with your search did not find anything vs. the item is out of stock (like some of the other items). What a time to have a webshop fail!

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    • Robin says:
      4 December 2016 at 7:36 pm

      Thanks! And wow, that is a huge fail — it cannot be cheap to pay for 4 pages of T Mag.

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  4. kindcrow says:
    4 December 2016 at 9:41 pm

    HA! I cannot see “Shinola” without thinking of the insult “You don’t know sh*t from Shinola.”

    According to Wikipedia, Shinola Detroit’s name is a nod to the old Shinola shoe polish company.

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    • Robin says:
      4 December 2016 at 9:58 pm

      But I am quite sure they knew that is what everyone would think of!

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      • kindcrow says:
        4 December 2016 at 10:59 pm

        Indeed

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  5. anngd says:
    4 December 2016 at 11:35 pm

    Must get some of that ether reek for my fave guys.

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    • Robin says:
      5 December 2016 at 11:01 am

      🙂

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