pumpuiman Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 My Thai wife will not allow me to buy her any perfume. She says that Thais believe that when the scent wears off.....so will your love. She tells me this is a custom observed by the older generations....my wife is 37. Perhaps your girlfriend doesn't believe this custom.....you would be wise to investigate. The best gift in my opinion....is gold. Head to chinatown and buy some earrings..... If she doesn't like the style, she can always exchange them at any gold shop...for a small fee. Good luck Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hUsh Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 Some of my fave's, depending on my moods -Gucci Envy -Ralph Lauren Blue -Premier Jour Nina Rici -Lauren Style Ralph Lauren - my all time fave! like everyone else said, buying a perfume will depend on what she likes or her personality... try something not too strong... cheers.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robski Posted July 10, 2007 Author Share Posted July 10, 2007 Ok lots of good ideas, thanks. I'm going out on Saturday to buy something so keep the ideas coming in until then and I'll try to narrow things down a bit before going shopping. I'll let you know what I buy then, but as to wether she likes the choice I make I'll have to let you know in a couple of weeks time when I see her. Thanks markr we might get around to karaoke, normally reserved to chase away the Thai blues, if we get out of the bedroom. I hope all is going well for you and the very recent Mrs markr. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khall64au Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 If anyone is ever in New Delhi on the main backpackers drag - there is a "perfume palace" that once sold the most fabulous scent, revered by all who had the pleasure of sniffing it. I've posted this before and one day it will be found... it's called "Heart Erection"! I kid you not!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pop_corn Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 ummm any miyake is always great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaiyen Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 sigh... i miss sephora... anyone know what i am talking about? Sure do... do they not ship to thailand? what exactly are you missing?? My girlfriend is a buyer for the company..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 If anyone is ever in New Delhi on the main backpackers drag - there is a "perfume palace" that once sold the most fabulous scent, revered by all who had the pleasure of sniffing it. I've posted this before and one day it will be found... it's called "Heart Erection"! Khall..with a name like that..not sure Id want to buy it...but if you want me to search for it for you? then gimme the details......not sure Id dare to ask for it though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khall64au Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 If anyone is ever in New Delhi on the main backpackers drag - there is a "perfume palace" that once sold the most fabulous scent, revered by all who had the pleasure of sniffing it. I've posted this before and one day it will be found... it's called "Heart Erection"! Khall..with a name like that..not sure Id want to buy it...but if you want me to search for it for you? then gimme the details......not sure Id dare to ask for it though Do you go to New Delhi? I know it's a silly name and had trouble saying it myself not easy to find but, wait till you experience the scent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominique355 Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 My Thai wife will not allow me to buy her any perfume. She says that Thais believe that when the scent wears off.....so will your love.She tells me this is a custom observed by the older generations....my wife is 37. Perhaps your girlfriend doesn't believe this custom.....you would be wise to investigate. Good luck Eric My wife (Thai, 41) has never heard of this. Likely one of those 1'236'641 superstitions. We both love perfumes and I associate their scent with memories. I love SAMSARA (Guérlain) and one of the most sensual perfumes is AMOUAGE, hard to find though. Chanel has some exciting perfumes, like COCCO. For my taste No. 5 is a bit too hard (even masculine) but that's my taste. Marilyn was certainly not masculine My advice is: Take her along and let her choose. Don't forget: spray on her skin for testing. Most perfumes react to the skin and the scent changes from skin to skin. And when you find a perfume, check out the lotions, bath foams etc as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
girlx Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 sigh... i miss sephora... anyone know what i am talking about?Sure do... do they not ship to thailand? what exactly are you missing?? My girlfriend is a buyer for the company..... hmm they probably do ship here but the great thing about sephora was the experience of going in and trying out all the cool stuff! (this is a cosmetics/perfume superstore in NY for those who don't know). 2 other faves i remembered are Samsara (Geurlain) and Angel, both mentioned by others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j0j0 Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 I currently have DKNY Be Delicious (the red one) which is nice and fresh, not at all flowery. It doesn't seem to last very long though, which is a bit annoying. I also like Flowerbomb, by Viktor and Rolf, which despite the name isn't very flowery, it is quite different though, and it is probably the kind of thing you would love or hate. you seem quite set on getting perfume, but honestly, if I were you I would proceed with caution. It is a very hard gift to get right unless you know exaxtly which to get. It is a wonderful gesture though. Is there a way you could ask one of her friends, or her mum or sister for help without her knowing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashacat Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 My GF wears Moschino Love, Burbury, Envy etc. All very nice. Love is pretty pungent but it grows on you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binnsy Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 ATM is the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chatette Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 My faves in Thailand, where you do need something lightish because of the heat, so eau de toillette is better than parfum: Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden Flower by Kenzo Sunflowers Chanel 5 Oscar de la Renta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausladyinpatong Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 My faves; Chanel Coco or Chance JLo Glow (Love it) YSL Young Sexy Lovely Dior Addict (Mr Ausladyinpatong gave it to me and i get compliments on it) Used to wear Sunflowers, Elizabeth Arden and got compliments on that too. CK One seems to smell good on anyone as well. Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seonai Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 My fav is Dioressence by... Dior mmmmmnnnnnn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikethevigoman Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 From a mans point of view, cartier , superb,.. hope you didnt mind my comment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterme Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 Beyond Paradise, Estee Lauder . (original, not the new colors) & J'Adore, Christiane Dior Above to are classic and safe, popular choices... or Panthere, Cartier, beyond that, most other Estee products are safe, and Happy Heart by Clinique is still one of my favorites to gift. Best advice is not to guess. Find someone that knows her fragrance tastes. Buying what she already likes is 10 times a better choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robski Posted July 14, 2007 Author Share Posted July 14, 2007 Ok here's the list so far; Issey Miyake delicious (DKNY) Flower by Kenzo Britney- Curious Sarah Jessica Parker -Lovely Paris Hillton- Just me Light blue by D & G Eau d'Issey by Miyake Calvin Klein - CK1 Escada - Ibiza Hippy/Rockin' Rio*. Love Coco by Chanel Opium by YSL Obsession and Eternity by Calvin Kline Chanel no5. Aromatics Elixir by Clinique Jungle by Kenzo sephora Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden. Angel by Tierry Mugler versace bright crystal Au fresh by versace OPium Yves Saint Laurent Eternity Ciao either Gucci Envy Ralph Lauren Blue Premier Jour Nina Rici Lauren Style Ralph Lauren miyake SAMSARA Guérlain AMOUAGE. Chanel COCCO Samsara (Geurlain) and Angel DKNY Be Delicious (the red one) Flowerbomb, by Viktor and Rolf, Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden Flower by Kenzo Sunflowers Chanel 5 Oscar de la Renta Chanel Coco or Chance JLo Glow (Love it) YSL Young Sexy Lovely Dior Addict Sunflowers, Elizabeth Arden Dioressence by Dior heck! you can see why it is so daunting for me and that's even after narrowing it down with your help. I think I'm going to look at Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden, Flower by Kenzo and Eau d'Issey by Miyake as these got several mentions, as i said i want something light that she can wear everyday if she wants, also I think I can discount men's fragrance as I want it to be something I find attractive, enough said. I'm taking the list with me thogh so it could take a while, wish me luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seonai Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 sounds like you made a good choice Robski. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeuk1 Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 I love the smell of Channel Chance on a woman and Sexy 2012 is also another beautifull perfume . JB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robski Posted July 14, 2007 Author Share Posted July 14, 2007 And the winner is.......... Flower by Kenzo! Thanks for all your contributions it really did make life easier. I took the list with me and the girl in the perfume department was very helpful, (she saw the list and said 'ooh you have been doing your homework', I told her I had help from some friends!) I tried Flower by Kenzo , Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden and Eau d'issey by Miyake first, and then through the list and tried several more, some we discounted straight away and others were possibilities, but they were either a bit too 'poptastic' or very heavily scented and the first three did come out as the main contenders. Miyake though I thought was too flowery, a bit like Anais Anais, and Green Tea was nice and refreshing but a little tame, but Flower was absolutely perfect, it smells wonderful and light, not at all flowery as the name would suggest, perfect for everyday use, but is also sophisticated enough to be worn in the evening, I think it would suit anyone and so my girlfriend should be happy with it. Thanks Mig and Chatette for suggesting that. So I bought 50ml of Flower eau de parfum for £39.50 and got a free 12ml bottle in a pouch that she can take in her bag, and I also bought a Green Tea set with 100ml each of eau de parfum, shower gel and moisturiser for £14.99 it was reduced from £25. Maybe I could of got these cheaper in duty free, but not by much and with much less time to choose, and I know they would have been a lot more expensive in Bangkok, so it was well worth the effort. I'll let you know what she thinks in 2 weeks time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbk Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Please do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justagirl Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 I love chewing gum scented and sweet scented colognes. I'm currently using Victoria's Secret body spray (it also comes with a luxurious lotion) "Romantic Wish". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Burr Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Many Thai women believe it is unlucky to receive perfume as a gift from their boyfriend, or, husband. There is a superstion that it means a break-up will follow. If you are just a friend, or, another female, then there is no problem. I buy my wife perfume when I go through duty-free. She always pays me one baht for it. That way, she has bought it, so, technically it's not a gift and the curse doesn't apply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justagirl Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Many Thai women believe it is unlucky to receive perfume as a gift from their boyfriend, or, husband. There is a superstion that it means a break-up will follow. If you are just a friend, or, another female, then there is no problem. I buy my wife perfume when I go through duty-free. She always pays me one baht for it. That way, she has bought it, so, technically it's not a gift and the curse doesn't apply. Interesting info. I didn't know that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chatette Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Hope she likes it, and now we all have a great list. There's quite a few there that I'm not familiar with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 hey Rob.... good choice now just make sure she doesnt wear it on the day I meet the 2 of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robski Posted August 12, 2007 Author Share Posted August 12, 2007 (edited) Hi all, my girlfriend is very happy with the fragrances and uses them both, she likes Green Tea but seems to prefer Flower by Kenzo. She didn't seem to feel there was any hidden agenda (thai superstition) behind the present and now thinks I am a wonderfully thoughtful boyfriend. I didn't tell her I had help from a lot of very thoughtful ladies, best not ruin it! Thanks all. Edited August 12, 2007 by Robski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna Posted August 13, 2007 Share Posted August 13, 2007 you got a brother robski? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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