The stockings are hung, the fire is roaring and — whoops — you’re still working through your gift list. It’s a tale as old as time, or at least the holiday season. But Sephora Canada is coming to the rescue with a just-in-time sale starting December 15 and running through December 24. During this time, you can get 20% off full-size fragrances, body mists, and select gift sets, making it all the easier to ensure you’re not caught empty-handed when the celebrations roll around.*
And the beauty of scent is that while, yes, perfume is incredibly personal, it’s also a crowd-pleaser — and with these picks, you’re all but guaranteed to gift their new signature scent. (Regifting? Not on our watch.) Flip the cards below to find the perfect perfume present for every type of person.
Miu Miu Miutine isn’t your average floral. Sure, it has notes of fresh gardenia and rose, but the addition of wild strawberry, brown sugar, and vanilla give it a delicious gourmand twist. The result feels warm and cozy — and completely unique, just like them.
Another warm floral, Valentino Donna Born In Roma goes in a different direction by making jasmine sambac the star of the scent: Unlike your brighter florals, it’s a richer, almost intoxicating bloom. It’s paired with vanilla bourbon and cashmeran — a woody, spicy note — for a sensual, sultry vibe that’s perfect for your resident night owl.
If they’d rather be at the beach, bring it directly to them (no matter how frightful the actual weather) with the Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne. The fresh, clean scent smells like the seashore, with sea salt, musk-like ambrette seed, and sage, which has a woody, herbaceous feel to it. It’s sophisticated and layers well — perfect for anyone who dreams of endless summer.
You thought you knew vanilla? The classic note is just as comforting and familiar in Phlur’s Vanilla Skin Body & Hair Fragrance Mist, but it gets even more delicious with the addition of pink pepper, sugar crystals, and cashmere wood. That said, it’s less sweet (and more mature) than most gourmands — striking the perfect balance between cozy and cool.
YSL Libre is a floral fragrance, yes, but this bold scent upends expectations, thanks to its unconventional pairing of fresh orange blossom and French lavender with warm, almost spicy base notes of musk and vanilla bourbon. The finish is feminine and elegant — perfect for the person who loves the spotlight.
For your low-key loved one, it doesn’t get much more relaxed and easygoing than Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver Body and Hair Fragrance Mist, which pairs santal, vetiver, and amber. It’s creamy and clean, like a walk in the woods right after a fresh snowfall.
Even your resident teen would applaud this body mist. Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Bum Bum Perfume Mist is a true gourmand infused with pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla — in other words, dessert in a bottle. But it’s surprisingly versatile, suiting a sunny beach as much as a cozy night by a fire.
*Sephora Canada is offering 20% off full-size fragrances, body mists, and select gift sets from December 15–24. Visit Sephora stores or sephora.ca for full details. Terms and exclusions apply.
