Giving gifts can be extremely hard to shop for especially when you’re unsure of what the other party’s into. A shopping voucher? Easy — but clearly it’s more than enough proof that you couldn’t be bothered to put in some thought into your gift. A pair of shoes? Spot on — but then again there’s still a possibility of not getting the right size. Other standbys to consider: bags, makeup, and the list goes on…
For a failproof option, whether it’s for a gift for someone special or that one friend that you see every once in a year, consider getting a new bottle of fragrance. And no, we’re not talking about any fragrance or even that fragrance your friend’s been wearing for the longest time. Enter Burberry’s latest update to its Bespoke Collection.
Sure, buying a fragrance for someone can be tad bit tricky but with a wide selection of options to choose from, take this collection for example, you’d be spoilt for choice!
“For each fragrance, the concentration has been carefully chosen to offer customers the perfect blend possible. It allows the same fragrance to tell us a different translation of a story” — Francis Kurkdjian
Available in 1, 2 or 3 concentrations — Burberry’s Bespoke Collection was first created by renowned perfumer, Frances Kurkdijan in 2017 and has now expanded with a collection of nine fragrances from the former — with two new additions: Ivy Musk and Clary Sage.
It was first inspired by artistry, the elements and the great British outdoors — encapsulating a British spirit that’s individualistic and unique to each wearer.
1. GARDEN ROSES
For something that’s warm with a touch of golden vanilla and patchouli, peep Amber Heath. A fragrance that’s romantic and atmospheric, this modern amber scent comes with undertones of ambergris accord.
2. ANTIQUE OAK
Inspired by the legacy of British boatyards, Antique Oak consists of a beautiful blend of oud and sensual leather, along with hints of earth, refined saffron and woody papyrus for a scent that’s bold and warm.
3. GARDEN ROSES
Eponymous to its name, this scent was first inspired by the classic Bloomsbury garden. Think: an abundance of fragrant Bulgarian roses, layered with Italian lemon oil — an exquisite vetiver that comes with a delicate finish.
4. HAWTHORN BLOOM
A spritz of this fragrance will take you back to your favourite season — spring. Orris and violet balance musk and patchouli, before settling with delicate jasmine. Floral and fresh, the scent transforms itself at its core for a fragrance that’s sweet, alluring and yet not too overpowering.
5. HIGH TIDE
Fragrances redolent of the high tides along the British coastal settings are back in force. With crisp and green marine notes, a touch of oak moss absolute, with a hint of delicate jasmine, this beautiful fragrance reminds us of the high tide of aquatic scents.
6. IVY MUSK
Inspired by lush forests, Burberry’s Bespoke Ivy Musk is as woody as it is green. A sensual scent that’s accompanied with animalic notes and a salty accord, the fragrance is enhanced with woody, floral and creamy musk.
7. TUDOR ROSE
Burberry’s Bespoke Tudor Rose transforms British history and the symbolic unison of roses into a bottle. Bulgarian Damask rose and Mary rose clouds this shimmering scent — and is complimented with characterful patchouli and ambergris accord.
8. WILD THISTLE
There’s nothing quite like the smell of vibrant and shimmering Scottish heath. With a soft bed of rosy and geranium leaf at the center, lush, evergreen, leaves and galbanum oil blanket the floral notes for a scent that’s full of dimension and contours.
9. CLARY SAGE
Like the flowers that grow in abundance in the British countryside of Sussex, clary sage has just the right amount of sweet. Explore the aromatic facets of the soft, woody amber sage intermingled with fresh and herbal notes that’s reminiscent of the vast pastoral landscape.
PERSONALISE YOUR OWN BOTTLE
So we’ve given you the DL of the fragrances, but what’s next? Well, it doesn’t end there — with each purchase, you’ll also get to personalise your bottle with up to three monogrammed initials, topped with your choice of leather ribbon selected from 16 complimentary shades, to be placed around the bottleneck. A cute topper for the perfect gift.
Burberry Bespoke fragrances are available at Takashimaya, Level 1 only. Prices range from $425 to $650.
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