Pick an outfit to reveal the perfect Valentine's Day pressie for your bae

Which of these designer outfits is your lady most likely to wear? The answer will give you a clue as to which perfume and what type of lingerie she's likely to love

04 February 2018 - 00:00 By CHRISTELLE CRINALL and NOKUBONGA THUSI
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Fans of this Alexander Mcqueen design will fancy these gifts.
Fans of this Alexander Mcqueen design will fancy these gifts.
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LOOK 1

Her style: She's regal with a sense of mystery and timeless elegance. 

Perfect perfume for her: Versace Crystal Noir, 90ml, R1,370; the opening notes of blackcurrant, black fig and violet that melt into the softer heart of tuberose, frangipani and jasmine give this scent a dark yet sensual power.

Lingerie she'll love: Bodysuit, R540, Topshop; Earrings, R999, American Swiss; Heels, R225, Rage.

Fans of this Calvin Klein design will fancy these gifts.
Fans of this Calvin Klein design will fancy these gifts.
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LOOK 2

Her style: She has an easy-going nature; you're likely to find her on the beach or taking it easy in diaphanous fabrics.

Perfect perfume for her: Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women, 100ml, R1,360; this scent's notes of neroli essence, white lavender, sage and musk are intriguing and contagious.

Lingerie she'll love: Bodysuit, R450, Woolworths; Necklace, R199, Woolworths; Boots, R1,599, Witchery.

Fans of this Calvin Klein design will fancy these gifts.
Fans of this Calvin Klein design will fancy these gifts.
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LOOK 3

Her style: No one can be glum around this woman; her effervescent and positive personality make her a human "happy pill" and her wardrobe reflects this.

Perfect perfume for her: Escada celebrate N.O.W, 80ml, R1,340; this fragrance is as "feel good" as she is, with notes of ginger, magnolia, cinnamon, vanilla and tonka bean.

Lingerie she'll love: Bodysuit, R1,705, Inner Secrets Lingerie; Earrings, R249, Mango; Heels, R1,699, Dune London.

Fans of this Rochas design will fancy these gifts.
Fans of this Rochas design will fancy these gifts.
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LOOK 4

Her style: Classic and elegant, this lady loves a bit of glamour. Her spirit animal probably lived in the '50s and had a love affair with Paris.

Perfect perfume for her: Mademoiselle Rochas, 90ml, R1,295; it's a decadent scent with notes such as red currant, candy apple, jasmine, rose and sandalwood.

Lingerie she'll love: Bra, R249; Panty, R119, both Cotton On; Necklace, R249, Accessorize; Heels, R599, Zando.

Fans of this Christian Dior design will fancy these gifts.
Fans of this Christian Dior design will fancy these gifts.
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LOOK 5

Her style: She's a feminine, modern-day princess and a hopeless romantic; you wouldn't be surprised to find this damsel in a flouncing ball gown. 

Perfect perfume for her: Miss Dior EDP, 50ml, R1,590; this scent has refined notes of pink pepper, blood orange, Grasse rose, Damask rose and rosewood.

Lingerie she'll love: Bra, R249; Panty, R149, both H&M; Earrings, R149, Cotton On; Heels, R299, Zando.

Fans of this Giambattista Valli design will fancy these gift.
Fans of this Giambattista Valli design will fancy these gift.
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LOOK 6

Her style: A tomboy at heart, she's a sucker for the occasional ruffled dress, although she’s likely to add a twist with masculine details and metal accessories.

Perfect perfume for her: Stella Peony EDT, 75ml, R1,375; the juxtaposition of this scent is right up her alley with black pepper, pink peony and amber.

Lingerie she'll love: Bra, R90, Thong, R40, both MRP; Necklace, R250, Colette by Colette Hayman; Heels, R1,799, Dune London.

Fans of this Balenciaga design will fancy these gifts.
Fans of this Balenciaga design will fancy these gifts.
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LOOK 7

Her style: This woman loves to march to the beat of her own drum (or even a band).

Perfect perfume for her: Gucci Guilty Absolute Pour Femme, 75ml, R1,825; with notes of blackberry, Bulgarian rose, Goldenwood and patchouli, this scent will make an entrance before her personality steals the show. *Exclusive to Edgars from Feb 5

Lingerie she'll love: Bra, R2,335, Panty, R1,330, both Inner Secrets Lingerie; Heels, R999, Steve Madden; Earings, R40, MRP.

Fans of this Balmain design will fancy these gifts.
Fans of this Balmain design will fancy these gifts.
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LOOK 8

Her style: She's sultry, mysterious and playful; a woman who could smoulder in a plain tee but prefers tailored cuts and skyscraper heels. 

Perfect perfume for her: Boss the Scent for Her Parfum Edition, 50ml, R1,375; the honeyed peach, osmanthus absolute and roasted cocoa in this scent will play into her seductive personality.

Lingerie she'll love: Bra, R100, Panty, R50, both MRP; Necklace, R2,199, Mimco; Heels, R699, Foschini.

STOCKISTS

Accessorize

American Swiss

Colette by Colette Hayman 011-880-2134

Cotton On

Dune London 011-685-7055

Execuspecs 0860-109-289

Foschini

H&M

Inner Secrets Lingerie 021-433-1029

Mango

Mimco

MRP

Rage

Sterns

Steve Madden

Topshop

Witchery

Woolworths

Zando

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