Rave Comparison Guide: Now Women or Au Soleil? (Gifting in Johor Bahru)

If you're in Johor Bahru and need a perfume gift, Rave has two 100ml EDPs that go in very different directions: Now Women and Au Soleil. One is a sweet, fruity floral made for women, the other is a bright unisex scent built for everyday wear. Here, we break down the scent profile of each one, so you can match the bottle to the person.

Now Women by Rave – sweet, fruity and playful

Now Women is an Eau de Parfum for women, and it's the sweeter pick of the two. The fragrance family is Fruity, White Floral and Gourmand, so expect something juicy and cosy rather than sharp or heavy.

It opens with red fruits and orange, which gives it that fruity sweetness right away. The heart is where it gets soft and comforting, with marshmallow, jasmine and lily-of-the-valley. The base settles on vanilla, moss and musk for a warm, charming finish.

Who suits this one? Someone who enjoys sweet, playful scents. The store lists it for casual wear, formal events, everyday use and special occasions, so it's flexible enough to go from a lunch out to a dinner. If you're buying for a girlfriend, wife, sister or mum and you know she likes fruity or gourmand scents, this is a safe and pretty obvious gift.

Au Soleil by Rave – bright, clean and unisex

Au Soleil is a 100ml EDP, but unlike Now Women it's unisex, so it works for anyone on your gift list. The family here is Floral Fruity, and the overall feel is a bright citrus-aromatic scent with a sunny, warm-day mood.

The opening is sparkling citrus with fresh herbs and light fruity touches. In the heart, you get soft florals blended with smooth woods, which keeps it clean and modern. The base is musk, warm woods and soft sweetness, so it doesn't end sharp.

It's listed for daily wear, the office, casual outings and even the gym, and the store describes it as fresh and light, suited to Malaysia's climate. That makes it a practical choice for someone in Johor Bahru who's out and about in the heat, or moving between hot afternoons and air-conditioned offices and malls.

Now Women or Au Soleil: which one to gift?

It comes down to who you're buying for.

• Pick Now Women if the gift is clearly for a woman and you know she leans towards sweet, fruity scents. The marshmallow, jasmine and vanilla side makes it feel more playful and cosy.
• Pick Au Soleil if you're not sure about the person's taste, or if the gift is for a man, a couple, or someone who likes clean and fresh rather than sweet. Being unisex takes the guesswork out.

Both come in the same 100ml EDP format, so size isn't a deciding factor. Think about the person instead: sweet and feminine, or fresh and easy to share. And honestly, if you're standing in a shop in Johor Bahru with no idea what they like, the unisex fresh option is usually the easier call.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Au Soleil a safe gift if I don't know the person's taste?

Yes. Au Soleil is a unisex EDP, so it suits anyone, which makes it a good pick when you don't know the person's usual taste.

What's the main difference between Now Women and Au Soleil?

Now Women is fruity, white floral and gourmand, with notes like marshmallow, jasmine and vanilla. Au Soleil is more citrus and fresh herbs, with soft florals and smooth woods.

Are both of these full-size bottles?

Yes, both Rave perfumes come in 100ml Eau de Parfum bottles, so you're comparing the same size in both cases.