The Perfect Fragrance Gift for Everyone

Well, then she already probably knows that rose is the perfume note of the moment--which means she'll love to wear one of the new spins on this classic floral scent. "It's being mixed with unexpected notes like fruits and spices to make it fresher and more seductive, with none of that old-timey, powdery smell," says perfumer Irina Burlakova of the Givaudan fragrance house (the folks behind best sellers like Dior J'Adore and Prada Candy). Consider your recipient's style, then treat her to one of these rosy concoctions. Chanel Coco Noir eau de parfum, with its dose of Indonesian patchouli, is crazy sexy ($98 for 1.7 oz).

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Michael Kors Gold Rose Edition eau de parfum sparkles with raspberry and pink peppercorn, so it has a really bright vibe ($70 for 1.7 oz).

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Lancôme Trésor Midnight Rose eau de parfum is a super-feminine blend of sweet and floral notes like vanilla and jasmine ($44 for 1 oz).

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PureDKNY A Drop of Rose is light and fresh thanks to hints of white nectarine and ginger--perfect for a minimalist ($45 for 1 oz).

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We can all agree that babies smell heavenly (when they're clean). Fragrance companies have figured out how to bottle up the yumminess by combining notes like orange blossom and neroli, and the soft, pretty results turn out to be kind of the ultimate subtle daytime scent. Plus, many are alcohol-free and hypoallergenic, so if she wants to spray them on her mini-me, that's perfectly safe. Bonpoint eau de toilette, $70 for 50 ml.

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Mustela Musti eau de soin, $29 for 3.3 oz, which mom-of-four Tori Spelling wears when she travels because it reminds her of her children. Sweet!

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For your dedicatedly glam friend who loves all things celebrity, a celeb fragrance is a no-brainer. How to choose? We went to the source and asked Britney Spears (who has 11 fragrances) and Christina Aguilera (she's got four) for help. Britney: "My everyday scent is Fantasy, a jasmine-and-kiwi mix [$57.50 for 3.3 oz], while Midnight Fantasy is for date night. It brings out your sexy side [$57.50 for 3.3 oz]."

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Christina Aguilera: "For an everyday sexy moment, I wear the floral-and-citrus blend Signature [$44 for 1.7 oz], but if I want to feel seductive, I put on By Night, which is sweeter [$44 for 1.7 oz]. And of course Red Sin, which has cinnamon and spicy red ginger--it's all about that irresistible seduction [$47 for 1.7 oz]."

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It is possible to please your most eco-minded friend without resorting to hemp oil (thank heaven). Essential oils tick all the right boxes: They're typically all-natural, inexpensive (about $15 to $45), and meant to be layered, so she can create her own unique fragrance. Consider giving her two to play with: If she's understated, try lavender and rose; if she's into sexier scents, go with jasmine and grapefruit. You can find essential oils at specialty organic stores or online--try Enfleurage.com, a high-quality brand. There's also Lather, a beauty boutique whose fans include Jennifer Aniston. It carries about 50 essential oils and will custom-blend a scent starting at $10 and ship it anyplace. To order, call 877-6-LATHER.

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She's held up the airport security line more than once because she can't go anywhere without her bottle of Chanel No. 5. To save her from the ire of the TSA, give one of these:

Minis: This is what fragrance brands call a 1-oz or smaller bottle (so, about the size of a foundation bottle), which complies with carry-on liquid rules. An adorable example is Dot Marc Jacobs eau de parfum, $48 for 1 oz.

Rollerballs: They're spill-proof and you only need a dab, so they last for months. Try Fresh Hesperides Grapefruit Rollerball, $20 for 0.34 oz.

Solids: These perfume-infused waxes come in tiny compacts and go on pulse points like your wrists and neck. We love Diptyque Solid Perfumes, $48 each.

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He might consider Irish Spring all the scent he needs--or perhaps he's still shell-shocked from his teenage dalliance with Drakkar Noir. Either way, he wants you to think he smells good, so here's your excuse to pick out a cologne for him. "Guys just want to seem well-groomed, so they're drawn to clean, unassuming scents," says Chandler Burr, a perfume critic. Go with ocean-y colognes like Guess Seductive Homme Blue, which has marine and geranium notes ($49 for 1.7 oz).

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For a crisp, cool scent that nearly all guys like, get him the citrusy Clinique Happy for Men, ($40 for 1.7 oz)

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