Avoid a stressful, panic-filled trip across different stores with our thoughtful holiday gift edit that has something for you and everyone on your list.

Shop the ASPIRE x Montaigne Place 2022 Holiday Gift Edit below!

Gift Ideas for Him

Creed Aventus for Him

What could possibly go wrong with a fragrance that starts out citrusy, light and bubbly, then dries down to a smokey, musky scent that lasts and lasts?

Nothing, if you ask us.

But, if you’re shopping for something more robust, bolder, more intense and more intimate, then you should look at:

Apex by Roja

Read our review on this chypre, citrusy fragrance to discover more.

Gift Ideas for Her

Creed WindFlowers

If you’ve never been drawn to powdery, citrusy scents that are popular with female fragrances, allow us to introduce you to Wind Flowers, Creed’s latest perfume for women.

Our review breaks down everything you need to know about it.

Clive Christian Crab Apple Blossom

This fresh, fruity, bubbly fragrance is all bright and cheerful thanks to its top notes of apple blossom and bergamot. However, as it tapers down to its heart notes of driftwood and sandalwood, it becomes warmer, like a shift from a bright sunny day to a cooler evening.

Perfume Accessories

Some perfumes have really great sillage and can last the whole day. However, it does not mean you couldn’t touch up at different points during the day. 

Atomisers are an excellent, comfortable and compact way to have your favourite perfume with you everywhere you go.

Know someone who is always on the move? Get them these chic atomisers from Creed.

Creed Atomiser 10ml, Gold

Creed Atomiser 50ml, Black

Gift Ideas for the Home

Sometimes, the best way to experience a scent is to have it fill up a space.

These luxury scented candles and diffusers will infuse every nook and cranny with their fragrance. The candles also have the dual effect of creating a warm, intimate mood.

Orens Parfums Home Collection

Silenda d’Ecume reed diffuser

A mix of bergamot, apple and peach at the top; with heliotrope, orris and lily of the valley in the middle mixed with cedarwood, musk and vanilla at the base makes for a long-lasting fruity scent with a tinge of woodiness.

Serr D’Eden Candle

Spice up your home this holiday season with this candle that contains notes of pepper, tangerine, rosemary, vetiver and vanilla.

Callis Subtile Candle

Callis Subtile combines notes of sugar and amber with musk and moss for a sweet, earthy scent reminiscent of warm, intimate evenings.

Orens Photophore Kadou Candles

These beautifully-engraved candleholders that come with three small candles are the perfect accent for your dinner parties this season.

Roja Parfums Luxury Home Fragrance

Paris ‘Love is in the Air’ Candle

Bring the unmistakable scent of Paris into your home or the home of that ardent traveller this season.

London ‘the Capital of Cool’ candle

Quintessentially British fragrances of rose, lavender and violet are softened by vetiver and warmed up by amber and myrrh in this candle that would be a welcome addition to any home this season and beyond.

Amber Aoud

Here, the intense woodiness of oud is countered with the sweetness of fig and benzoin and warmed up by cinnamon and saffron.

Aoud

If you love oud, then this traditionally-oud fragrance is the perfect gift for you.

Luxury Reed Diffusers

What makes the Roja diffusers stand out is the fact that the scents (sold separately) were created as perfumes using high-quality oils. Whether you’re going for the lavender or the musk aoud scent, the long-lasting fragrant effects of the diffuser make it a great gift for anyone, including you.

Gift Ideas for the Skincare Enthusiast

The face is literally the first part of you people see before their eyes get drawn to other aspects. This is why gifting facial products is always a great idea.

Here are some great ideas to look out for at Montaigne Place

Troiareuke H+ Cocktail

These K-beauty ampoules are infused with antioxidants and phytochemicals to combat signs of ageing and leave the skin softer and more supple. Each formulation addresses different skin concerns from dryness to acne-prone and sensitive skin.

Troiareuke GPS Mask

This minimal at-home spa kit includes a cleanser, a mask sheet and an energy cream that takes out dirt and revitalises the skin.

Clarins Double Serum

Want more youthful, firmer, radiant skin? Clarins Double Serum promises to give you all these and more.

Clarins Body Brightening Veil

Not only does it offer light protection from the sun with its SPF20, but Body Brightening Veil also evens out skin tone for clear, youthful-looking skin.

Clarins Nutril-Lumiere Day/Night cream

This day and night cream is another powerful anti-ageing formulation perfect for mature skin.

Murad Essential C cleanser

This Vitamin c cleanser will not only remove impurities without stripping your skin of moisture, but it will also leave your skin brighter and more refreshed.

Murad Essential C toner

The Vitamin c toner is a perfect accompaniment to the vitamin c cleanser. Full of antioxidants, it infuses even more moisture into the skin while treating hyperpigmentation.

Murad Retinol Youth Serum

Retinol is considered the OG of anti-ageing, and with Murad’s retinol tri-active technology, this hyaluronic-infused retinol serum, formulated for sensitive skin, is a great gift for anyone.

Ready to shop the gift edit? Visit the nearest Montaigne Place store or call/Whatsapp 0700MONTAIGNE. You can also download a pdf version of the gift edit here. 

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Olivier Creed, the nose behind the House of Creed’s latest fragrance for women, Wind Flowers, explained that for this particular scent, he drew inspiration from the strength of a woman ‘flying through the air’ in some form of dance movement. This image, of a female dancer switching rapidly between different movements – perhaps, sometimes slow, sometimes fast with different twists and turns all coming together to form a graceful, fluid choreography – is the perfect metaphor for the Creed Wind Flowers perfume.

Female perfumes always almost evoke memories of flowers and powdery fragrances; of soft scents that are intimate yet safe and elusive; of aromas that tease and lightly draw you close as though their wearer were so delicate that a more powerful movement would crush them.

Creed Wind Flowers turns this myth on its head.

When the fragrance initially hits your nose, your first thought would probably be, ‘no, this is just another flowery, citrusy scent.’ And this reaction would not be altogether wrong, because the top notes of jasmine, orange blossom and peach are well, flowery aromas. And the heart notes of jasmine sambac, tuberose petals and rose extract only reinforce the smell of flowers.

But, at the base of all of these fragrant layers is where the real change starts to occur.

The sweet yet sharp scent of praline is mixed with the equally sharp citrusy but sour orange blossom, the woody and rich sandalwood as well as the powdery, buttery iris fragrances that are all then diluted with the clean, unique musk scent to create an overall aroma that starts out familiar and unsurprising, but gradually segues into an unexpectedly different experience that can either delight or shock.

The situation (that is ideal for Creed Wind Flowers)

As this is a generally citrusy, flowery fragrance, it is perfect for spring and summer. Yet, because this Creed scent is also a soft and long-lasting perfume that makes an impression without overpowering all who experience it, you can confidently wear it all day knowing that it will stay with you like a loyal, dependable friend.

The stores (where you can buy a bottle. Or two)

Creed Wind Flowers is available online on the house’s website.

But, if you’re in Nigeria, the perfume can be gotten at any of the Montaigne Place stores, across the country. Montaigne Place in collaboration with the House of Creed launched the scent at an uber-chic yet dreamy private launch in Lagos, at the visually stunning Art Hotel that was the perfect backdrop for the event. The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly a graceful yet energetic performance by young ballet dancers, further enlivened by decor reflecting the perfume’s notes; effortlessly conveying the scent’s unique narrative to tell a beautiful story.

You can also choose to call/Whatsapp Montaigne Place Concierge on 0700 MONTAIGNE, or follow their Instagram, @montaigneplace, to make a purchase.

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An underwater proposal? A decadent holiday with all its trappings? A large bouquet of roses shipped from all over the world and arranged all over a rooftop restaurant for a private dinner? A champagne party with friends in a yacht that takes you all over the city all night long? The possibilities of a memorable and extravagant Valentine’s or Galentine’s are truly endless, but unless there’s a special reason for one or you want to spoil yourself and others just because, chances are that you’re like some of us, and your planned activities for that day are far more simple.

But nowhere in the world does simple mean less memorable, which is why we’ve teamed up with the good people of Montaigne Place to offer you curated gift ideas that are sure to delight even the pickiest person and leave them with long-lasting, cherished memories. Even if you have something planned out already, these self-care offerings from Nigeria’s foremost luxury fragrance, skincare, cosmetics & well-being company would help to make your day – and the months to come – even more special and significant.

Express your emotions with Roja Parfums

Roja Parfums offer more than just luxurious fragrances: each bottle holds a truly magical ‘potion’ that unlocks your true personality if you choose the right scent for you or yours.

Looking to get yourself a gift this Valentine’s? Choose from the perfume’s range of solo scents. Celebrating Galentine’s? Roja has limited-edition gift sets perfect for everyone in your ‘gal’ group. Want to infuse more romance in your gift? You can trust that Roja has the perfect set for you and that special person in your life.

Make it more luxurious with Creed’s Leather Explorer collection

What is better than getting a bottle of your favourite perfume?

Having it stored safely in beautifully hand-crafted Italian leather.

Get the limited-edition Creed Leather Explorer collection that defines luxury in more ways than one for someone extra-special this season. Items include perfumes for him and her, scented candles, and perfume sets in beautiful leather trunks.

Say it better with Yves Rocher’s skincare sets

If there’s one gift you can never go wrong with, it is skin care products formulated to give your body’s largest organ the best results possible.

Explore Yves Rocher’s body and shower packages at Montaigne Place this month and get the perfect gift set that is sure to delight and deliver.

Complete it with Murad’s face regimens and kits

Love is helping the best person in your life overcome some of their greatest challenges, and if this happens to be a struggle in the facial department, then you should get one – or all! – of Murad’s facial kits.

The kits have been carefully curated to address a range of beauty concerns, including wrinkles, dry skin and acne-prone skin. With more than 20 years of delivering luxury skincare products that have proven effective, you can rest assured that any of the sets you choose to go with will give you, or your loved one, the results you seek.

To purchase any of these items – and more – this season and enjoy exciting discounts, visit any one of the Montaigne Place stores today, or send them a DM on their social media pages.

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As if that is not enough to throw you off trying out new scents, our tendency to stick to our tested and trusted habits would do it for you. Once you’ve developed your signature scent, switching to a new perfume when there is no serious need for it would be difficult. Like they say, better the devil you know…

Besides, your current fragrance may just have its roots in the gift that was handed down to you by your significant other or relative. Maybe it was the first bottle of perfume your dad got you when you officially became an adult, or it was a gift from your first and only true love, and changing it would be a betrayal to the memories of the ones you’ve loved and still love.

Whatever your reasons are for sticking to your current scent, they are valid. But, not enough to stop you from trying out the Viking Cologne by Creed.

Because, you see, this new cool fragrance is packed with notes you’re already familiar with. Sitting at the top are bergamot, lemon, pink pepper and mandarin, followed closely by the calming middle notes of lavender, nutmeg, rosemary and sage. All of these gently give way to the stronger base notes of frankincense, sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver for a truly aromatic scent that is perfect for summer and all the seasons in between.

And even if you’re not looking to switch scents, the Creed Viking Cologne will make a perfect legacy gift for your son. The House of Creed started out in 1760 as a tailoring business in England, before moving to Paris in 1854 where it bloomed into the niche fragrance brand it is today. Over the years, it has served royalty and people just like your child who have grown up to develop specific, discerning tastes of their own. This direct descendant of The Viking – a more electrifying scent of fire and ice – with its storied roots, is what your son needs to build his own signature scent.

Besides, who says that this aromatic scent cannot be your own gift to yourself as you turn over the pages to a new chapter of your life? Its citrusy, subtle yet strong fragrance will serve as the perfect companion to the uncharted territories of your life.

So, even if you are not looking to change your current fragrance, you should get the Creed Viking Cologne for that special person in your life. And if at this point, that special person is you on the cusp of a new adventure, even better.

Viking Cologne is now available at all Montaigne Place stores all over the country. To find one closest to you, go here.

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The history of how March came to be regarded as Women’s History Month may not be as colourful as the celebrations we have today, but all over the world, it is recognised as an opportunity to address the unique challenges women face every day on account of their gender, and their triumphs in spite of it.

This month, we at ASPIRE Luxury Magazine will be celebrating women and men that champion women from all over the world every Wednesday. The theme of our feature would be based on the larger campaign theme of International Women’s Day which is #ChooseToChallenge.

As the world moves forward, women from different cultures, countries and creeds continue to take bold steps out of the shadows of obscurity to the centre stage where decisions that shape our societies are being made. From politics to business, economies to social reforms, women are working tirelessly to create a better society. They are advancing to the forefront of a new order, standing as a symbol of hope to other women and a sign to the world of what the future would look like if we all strive towards a more egalitarian society.

This is why we are choosing to celebrate you. Through the stories of select women, we will highlight your efforts to rise above the labels society has placed on you to positions that it typically held away from a gender it has erroneously considered ‘weak’. We would highlight how you, and these women, have in turn given other stereotyped, oppressed groups in our world today the faith that things will be different.

And because we understand the danger and imbalance of promoting a single narrative, we would also be celebrating the men who have refused to support a patriarchal society. Our women’s feature would include the men who have chosen to challenge inequality and bias in the pursuit of a just and fair society for all.

We hope you enjoy our selection and are inspired by the stories to continue to choose to challenge what could be better to create a changed world.

Happy International Women’s Day!

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What do you do after you have pampered your body and mind, and are feeling all refreshed and relaxed on Valentine’s day?

Of course, you dress up for an exciting outing with your significant other, whether it be an individual, a group of friends or just yourself. But – and we know that this is beginning to sound as old as the words ‘new normal’ that seemed to almost always colour everything we did and said last year. We are still in strange, precarious times, and going just about anywhere on a day that will most likely be busy might be a bit too adventurous for the average human.

So, your outing may be a romantic evening dinner at home. Or a romantic staycation at a hotel or local short-let apartment. Or a noisy affair with friends plopped in front of a large screen watching a movie or competing in some virtual game. Whatever activity you would be indulging in, it is certain you would not only want to look your best, but you would also want to smell your best and basically put your best foot forward. Segue in our next gift idea for Valentine’s Day.

Montaigne Place

Montaigne Place is Nigeria’s foremost luxury fragrance, skincare, cosmetics & well-being company. A market-leader driven by innovation, exceptional customer service and cutting edge products, Montaigne Place strives to meet and exceed expectations at all levels.

Boasting of exclusive partnerships with top global brands such as Creed, Roja Parfums, Parfums de Marly, Atelier des Ors, Alexandre J, The Spirit of Dubai, The Merchant of Venice, Yves Rocher and Murad, the company is poised to continue wowing the public.

For Valentine’s day, Montaigne Place is offering an extensive range of exclusive perfumes that hold within their watery worlds scents created to transport you to a different place and time while expressing your personality in delightful, sensual and exciting ways.

Creed, Sublime Vanille

The House of Creed is one of the most luxurious and exclusive brands in existence. Founded by James Henry Creed, it has created fine fragrances for the discerning perfume connoisseur and all admirers of quality, style and elegance for over 260 years.

Sublime Vanille is the first fragrance in the Creed Royal Exclusives line. It is an oriental vanilla fragrance for women and men, and sparkles with notes of lemon and bergamot. Soft and shimmering with a heady decadence, this scent captures its wearers in a heady aura that that is bound to render anyone who smells it powerless to its hypnotic spell.

Roja Parfums, Elysium Parfum Cologne

Roja Parfums was established by British perfumer, Roja Dove, and is widely recognised as the world’s most luxurious fragrance house. Roja Dove is renowned for working with only the finest quality materials, from handmade silk-lined boxes to bespoke crystal-encrusted 24-carat gold caps, all costing considerably more than pure gold.

Elysium Parfum Cologne is an aromatic fougère fragrance for men. Crafted for the heroic and virtuous man destined to achieve the life he desires, this perfume gently draws you in with its top notes of lemon, bergamot, grapefruit, lime, lavender, thyme and musk, before holding you down in its heart notes of lily of the valley, rose de Mai, jasmine, apple and blackcurrant and locking you forever with base notes of pink pepper, galbanum, vetiver, cedarwood, juniper berry, benzoin, vanilla, leather, ambergris, and more musk.

Atelier des Ors, Rouge Sarây

Atelier Des Ors was born of the desire to create and express a personal vision of French Haute Perfumery and the dream of creating sophisticated, alluring and sensual scents.

Rouge Sarây, launched in 2020, is an oriental fragrance for women and men that travels back to ancient times to capture the adventures and tales of the historic trade routes that traversed the Middle East, kept alive today through the vitality of alluring spices and scents. Long considered a potent symbol of abundance and hospitality, Rouge Sarây sublimates the date and its fruity and fleshy aromas in top notes of plum, cinnamon and jasmine; middle notes of dates, patchouli and heliotrope, and, base notes of vanilla, guaiac wood, Peru balsam and sandalwood.

Parfums de Marly, Kalan

Parfums de Marly draws its inspiration from the century that is celebrated as the pinnacle of French elegance: the 18th century. Founded in 2009 by Julien Sprecher whose love of perfumes was passed down from his father, Parfums de Marly is a high-end perfumery brand which conjures up a dreamlike state with its “signature” fragrances, a strong position and concepts that are short, striking and direct.

Kalan by Parfums de Marly is an Oriental Spicy fragrance for the man or woman who is comfortable and confident in their own skin. Feel its irresistible force the second you splash it on from its top notes of blood orange and black pepper; middle notes of lavender and orange blossom and base notes of moss, Tonka bean, white sandalwood and amber.

Merchant of Venice, Red Potion

Merchant of Venice is a brand that has its conceptual origins in the ancient Venetian art of perfumery and its centuries-old maritime trade with the Orient.

Red Potion by The Merchant of Venice is an oriental floral fragrance for women and men. A noble and refined scent, its top notes are immortelle, tagetes and orange; middle notes are rosemary, orange blossom and honeysuckle, while its base notes are Tonka bean, sandalwood and moss.

Spirit of Dubai, Dubai Majalis

Spirit of Dubai represents the defining aspects of Dubai and her culture. From the sea, the desert, the heritage, the skyline, the Arabian horses, the natural fragrances, the Arabian hospitality and luxury, their products are inspired by the elements that make up Dubai. The Spirit of Dubai is quite simply a personification of the city.

Dubai Majalis mingles fragrances of heady qahwa (Arabic coffee) and dates mixed with heavenly royal pure rose Taif, cardamom and musk. Rich like the feel of Persian rugs and intricate patterns, Dubai Majalis is the flying carpet to take you on a sensory journey of Arabian hospitality. A truly unique and breakthrough fragrance.

To shop these fragrances, visit any of the Montaigne Place and Yves Rocher boutiques all across the country here. You can also shop online or through the dedicated Montaigne Place Concierge & Order service, where specialists consult & offer advice on skincare, fragrance & cosmetics, as well as gift selection. The specialist can also arrange delivery to any part of Nigeria. Contact Montaigne Place Concierge & Order Service on 0700 MONTAIGNE.

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Looking to change your scent, or add to your collection of fragrances? These newest luxury perfumes should be exactly what you need to make a lasting impression:

Aventus 10th Anniversary by Creed

This limited-edition fragrance has at its base ambrox, cedar, leather, moss, musk, and patchouli that come together to bestow on its wearer the characteristics of someone warm and inviting. Its top notes of pineapple, bergamot, apple, black currant, green notes, orange and pink pepper further complement this feeling of a friendly man who can be easily approached.

If fruity, warm fragrances are your thing, then this is the perfume for you.

Danger Pour Homme – Roja Parfums

Danger is part of Roja’s latest collection for men. Its warm top notes of lemon, lavender, bergamot and tarragon are bound to draw people closer before they are slammed by the highly sensual base notes of rhubarb, clove, cumin, Patchouli, cedarwood, Vanilla, and musk amongst others.

Do you love adventures tinged with a bit of sensual delights? Danger Pour Homme by Roja Perfums should be at the top of your must-have list.

Layton Exclusif – Parfums de Marly

There are few things more attractive than a man of mystery, and when this quality expresses itself in a scent, it is even more alluring.

Consisting of top notes bergamot and grapefruit; heart notes geranium and cinnamon, and base notes cypriol and guaiac wood essence, Layton Exclusif is an intense scent that exudes impulsive strength shrouded in mystery.

Scandal Pour Homme – Roja Parfums

If you love attention, you are going to absolutely fall in love with Scandal Pour Homme from Roja Parfums.

This spicy scent induces excitement with top notes that include spearmint, basil, lavender and lemon and drives it further upwards with base notes of rhubarb, clove, casmir, tonka bean, moss notes and musk, amongst others. With Scandal, you are sure to never walk into a room unnoticed.

Godolphin – Parfums de Marley

Suitable for the refined gentleman, Godolphin by Parfums de Marley combines top notes thyme and saffron with heart notes roses, iris and jasmine and base notes amber and vanilla to cloak its wearer with a strong masculine scent that connotes sophistication and intelligence.

All perfumes are available at the Montaigne Place

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