As a perfume lover and beauty writer, I have mixed feelings about perfume gift sets. In theory, these are lovely gifts to help your loved ones find their new signature scent. However, in my experience testing beauty products, I have found that many sample sets simply aren’t worth the money due to their tiny bottle sizes and lack of variety. There are some diamonds in the rough, however.

If you’re considering gifting a perfume sample this holiday season, it should be one of the following five options. These carefully selected kits offer something for everyone and are beautifully designed. Ready to win the title of best gift giver? Keep sniffing (. . . misreading)!

The Best Perfume Samplers Worth Gifting

Sephora Favorites Perfume Sample Set

For years, the Sephora Favorites Perfume Sample Set has reigned supreme as one of the best gift-worthy perfume kits. Inside the plush cosmetic case, you’ll find 18 tiny perfume bottles from designer brands like Valentino, Gucci, and Tom Ford. Each bottle contains approximately 10 to 15 sprays, which is enough to spray skin and clothing over several days. The set also allows gift-givers to discover the scent profiles they enjoy: there are fresh potions, a variety of gourmands, delicate flowers, attention-grabbing spices and much more. Once they find their favorite, they can head to Sephora to redeem the included coupon for a full-size bottle. Not only is the sampler one of the best value sets, but it’s also a surefire way for loved ones to find their signature scent.

Maison Margiela Replica Mini Perfume Set

Maison Margiela is one of my all-time favorite perfume brands. Each scent is masterfully crafted to transport you to a specific time and place. Every little detail, from the unisex perfumes to the apothecary-inspired bottles, is exquisite. This set includes five of their best-selling scents: Beach Walk, Jazz Club, Lazy Sunday Morning, Fireside, and Date Night. At 0.2 ounces per bottle, gifters receive a respectable amount of juice that will last them a surprisingly long time.

Product Exploration Fragrance Set

I have been disappointed with many perfume sets, but this one from Commodity has some very special details that make it a worthy gift (and at less than $50, the price is hard to beat). Inside, gifts will find the brand’s complete perfume collection, consisting of 18 pieces. There are three iterations of each scent: Personal, which are light, airy and designed to sit close to the skin for a personalized scent experience; Expressive, which offers a balanced but remarkable projection; and Bold, my favorite, which are powerful and catchy.

Kayali Vacation in a Bottle Mini Perfume Set

In the middle of winter, I constantly want to be able to travel somewhere sunny. This set allows me to do this through the power of scent. The adorable 10ml bottles are inspired by a vacation-worthy location: Marrakech, Capri, Maui and the Maldives. There’s a substantial amount of juice in each bottle, and I appreciate that they’re also eye-catching, unlike many other mini sets that come in a standard glass bottle. Your gift is just a throw away from its happy place!

Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa mini travel perfume set

When it comes to body sprays, Sun of Janeiro succeeds again and again. They’ve managed to create a strong spritz that sometimes lasts longer than my eau de parfums (a pretty impressive feat in my books). The four tropical-inspired aromas instantly spark joy, and I love slipping one into my gym bag for a quick post-workout refreshment. This set makes a wonderful gift for teens or anyone who is just starting to build their perfume collection.