The Perfect Fragrance

by Faye Waterfield Sunday, 16 February 2014

Perfume is one of the most personal beauty products a woman will own. Each fragrance will have

unique connotations to suit the unique individual wearing it; thus making its selection fabulous

and sensory - but also incredibly difficult. Our body chemistry is so unique to us, that the same

perfume will smell slightly differently on each person, making your fragrance even more

individual to you.

The scent you choose to wear every day must - in a way - express your character. Your individual

fragrance isn't about following the trends; it should be a bottled embodiment of you. So once

you've found 'the one,' stick with it, own it, and include it in your style staple.

So what is your fragrance personality? There are several things that should be taken into

consideration when selecting a perfume: your personality traits; favourite foods; taste in music,

film and fashion; and - of course - favourite smells. Here's a little guide to help you on your

journey...

Floral and Fruity

Flowers and fruit go hand in hand to create an effortless, feminine fragrance. Compositions of

this group are light, refreshing, and airy, with sweetly-scented fruits. Perfect for someone with a

fun, flirtatious side, and a love of Summer dresses and pretty pastels.

(Florabotanica Eau de Parfum by Balenciaga; Le Parfum Eau de Parfum Intense by Ellie Saab)

Fresh and Zesty

An awakening citrus fragrance can be the perfect reminder of Summer nights. With compositions

based around orange, lemon, bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin; these fragrances are fresh and

crisp. Perfect if you have a laid-back and lovely beauty-regime and a free-spirited attitude

towards life.

(Extract of Limes Eau de Toilette by Penhaligon; Acqua Eau de Toilette by Roberto Cavalli)

Woody and Musky

If you prefer something a little more classic, then try a musky, woody scent. Dominant wood in a

heart of compositions has a beautiful opening with flowers such as violets and freesias, as well as

a dark, musky base. Perfect for the sexy, mysterious woman - whose staples include black dresses

and a statement red lip.

(For Her Eau de Parfum by Narciso Rodriguez; White Suede Eau de Parfum by Tom Ford)

Spicy and Oriental

Floral and musky, yet spicy and sweet: these scents from the East are exotic and invigorating. Hot

and sensual spices such as cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg are united with oriental materials, such

as woods and resins to create the perfect scent. These fragrances suit the quirky individual, so if

bright colours and turning heads are on the agenda, then try these...

(Opium Eau de Toilette by Yves Saint Laurent; Shalimar Eau de Parfum by Guerlain)