It’s the same for all of us when on the hunt for the perfect perfume. You go through endless tester strips, run out of space on your arm to try each one and leave the store believing every single perfume you tried inevitably smells the same—not to mention the nose-ache afterwards, too!
It can make you feel a bit like Goldilocks, thinking this one’s too sweet, or this one’s too strong, until you give up and stick to your good, old-fashioned running low bottle at home. Never fear! Here are a few factors to help you find out which perfume is best for you.
1. Your style
Of course, we all have our own unique style and look that we wear each day, so it’s a given that your perfume should always complement it. If you see your style as floaty and feminine, a lighter and subtler scent will match your full look perfectly.
However, if you’re into making a bold and bright statement with your clothing, a scent that’s strong and deep with musk will make you feel fierce all over!
If you like to alternate between styles and don’t stick to one specific look, it’s good to find a perfume that has layers of different scents and ingredients, so when applied at different time, you may have some deeper notes and musk, and other days some floral tones!
For the lighter and more feminine looks, try something like Prada’s Candy Florale Eau de Toilette to make you feel pretty in pink. When you want something to carry that bold statement outfit of yours even further, try something like Issey Miyake’s L’Eau D’Issey Femme. It’s a stronger musk scent that smells alluring and mysterious, keeping you feeling sexy and feisty all that the same time.
2. Your mood
You may be thinking, “How will my mood affect my perfume?” although there is a real link between the two. Your mood tends to affect how you dress: some days you may feel like wearing bright colors to match your happy aura, while other times that black-jeans-and-boots look comes in handy for your sadder days as well! So, the perfume that you choose can easily depend on how you feel that day to begin with.
For those happier days, it’s always nice to wear a perfume that’s fruity and sweet—something like DKNY’s classic Be Delicious. It’s the perfect combination to help make you feel happy in every way possible.
For those days where you may feel more emotional or face a low mood, a scent that is deeper in tones and has more of a musky smell will still give you that confidence boost and, hopefully, give you extra positivity. A good option is Musc Nomade by Annick Goutal. It’s simple and not too overpowering, but still holds that deep musk scent that can help you crack a smile.
3. The occasion
That bottle of perfume you’ve had for years that’s sat on your dresser, after religious use, may be getting a little old now. Switch it up a bit! There’s nothing better than an upcoming occasion to use as an excuse to go perfume shopping. However, where you’re wearing your perfume can play a large part in what you wear.
If you’re looking for something for everyday wear, Butterfly Eau de Toilette by Marks and Spencer is a more cost-effective solution. It’s subtle and classic, which is the perfect fit! However, if you’re attending an event such as a wedding, you need to make sure your perfume smells great. You need something that makes you feel classy and elegant, with a hint of mystery. Nothing can beat J’adore by Dior. It will make you feel like the world is your catwalk.
So, when you’re next out and about in the desperate hunt for a new perfume, don’t panic! The three factors of your style, mood and occasion are exactly the things to be hitting when choosing your perfect fit.
At first, you may think that perfume is irrelevant to your outfit and how you feel, but once you know you’ve picked the right one, you can’t turn back. Perfume is designed to make you feel confident and fabulous in your own skin, so it’s the ideal thing to wear when you want to give off a certain mood to those around you. Think of the famous words of Marilyn Monroe: What do you wear in bed? Why, Chanel Number Five!
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