First off, you see these sets popping up *everywhere* around the holidays, and honestly, they’re kinda genius. It’s like, if you’re clueless about what kind of cologne your man (or yourself, no judgement!) might like, boom, problem solved. You get a little sampler platter of scents. Smart, Versace, real smart.
I saw one that’s got, like, these tiny 5ml vials. Adorable, right? Little miniature cologne bottles. Perfect for travel, or, you know, just keeping in your gym bag so you don’t smell like pure sweat post-workout (we’ve all been there). Plus, the box they come in? Usually pretty swanky. Total collector’s item… maybe? I mean, I’d probably keep it. It’s Versace, after all.
Then there’s the whole “gift idea for him” angle. Obvs. Versace is all about that cool, spicy, woodsy vibe, with a little citrus thrown in for good measure. I gotta say, their scents are definitely not for the faint of heart. They make a statement. Like, “Hey, I smell amazing and I know it.” That kind of thing. I personally prefer something a little more subtle, but hey, to each their own!
Speaking of scents, Eros keeps getting mentioned. Eros, Eros, Eros. Seems to be the golden child of Versace cologne land. And Bright Crystal, which I’m guessing is the female version? I’m kinda confused why that’s in the men’s section, but whatever. Maybe they think guys like floral notes now? I dunno, times are changing!
The Chemist Warehouse (or whatever the equivalent is in your country) always has these sets, too. Which is a good sign, ’cause it means they’re probably relatively affordable. Like, “I wanna smell expensive but I don’t wanna break the bank” affordable. We’ve all got a budget, y’know?
And of course, there’s Nordstrom. Everything’s free shipping and returns at Nordstrom, which is always a plus if you end up hating the smell. (Although, let’s be real, you’re probably just gonna re-gift it).
Okay, random thought: I saw the phrase “grooming essentials” paired with the cologne. I’m picturing like, a tiny Versace razor and some shaving cream. That’d be kinda cool, actually.
Honestly, buying cologne is a gamble. You can read reviews all day long, but at the end of the day, it’s gotta smell good *on you*. So, a Versace cologne gift set? Probably a pretty good way to hedge your bets. You get a few tries to find your signature scent. Or at least, your signature scent for the week.
