How to choose a fragrance gift

By Laika Fragrances

A fragrance gift can feel personal when it connects with something you know about the person. You might remember the bottle they always pack, the kind of scent they wear to dinner, or a fragrance they’ve mentioned wanting to try. Start with that clue. It gives you a way to choose a bottle they can picture wearing after the occasion has passed.

Look for a clue in what they already wear

If you can find the name on their favourite bottle, search it in the Laika fragrance list and check the inspiration on the result. If all you know is that they like something light and crisp, Laika LF29, inspired by DKNY Be Delicious, gives you a fresh direction to explore. For someone drawn to berries and soft florals, consider Laika LF276, inspired by Burberry Her.

Think about how they describe their own favourites. “I like a little sweetness” is a different clue from “I wear something sweet every day”. If you know they prefer a deeper style, take a look at Laika MF7, inspired by Armani Black Code, or browse the range together if you’re comfortable making the gift a shared choice.

Choose a bottle size that makes sense for the gift

A 30 ml bottle at R100 is an option when you’re introducing someone to an unfamiliar scent. A 60 ml bottle at R160 gives them more to use if you’re reasonably sure the fragrance suits them. A 100 ml bottle at R250 can suit someone who has already found an inspiration they return to. If you’re ordering for a birthday or another date, factor delivery into the budget and confirm timing before you place the order.

Ask Laika to help you narrow it down

Send us the name of a fragrance they like, your budget, and whether you’re shopping for their daily routine or a particular occasion. If you have two choices in mind, share both catalogue codes. We can tell you what’s available and help you make the choice. If presentation matters to you, ask about packaging before ordering so you know what to expect.