| Choosing A Perfume
by Sara Blackmoore
The choice of fragrances and scents seems to grow wider every
day, as manufacturers fight for our attention and try ever
harder to distinguish their offerings from the competition.
With such a selection to choose from, how does one even begin
to know where to start when it comes to buying perfume?
Broadly speaking, all perfumes fall into one of six different
categories based on their dominant top notes. Different categories
will suit different people or occasions.
Earthy or woody type perfumes evoke smells of
the forest, and are usually very refreshing. They often tend
to appeal to the older generation, and may make ideal gifts.
Oriental fragrances use strong spicy scents,
and are ideal for special social occasions, but be cautious
giving them to anyone you don’t know well – these
intense perfumes can be a very personal choice.
The so-called “greens” are much
lighter than the orientals, and are well suited to more casual
wear. Because they make a less dramatic assault on the nose,
they are also safer to give as gifts!
Modern “oceanic” fragrances are
becoming more and more popular, particularly among younger
people who appreciate the intense but often quite unusual
scents, which instantly bring to mind seaside scenes. Naturally
these are an excellent choice in the warmer months when thoughts
turn to holidays.
Spicy fruity perfumes are also a good warm-weather
choice, and can be a good all-round choice for the woman who
wants to wear something with some traditional base-notes but
is a little different to the classic floral scents.
Finally, those classic floral fragrances are
suitable for almost everyone and any occasion. But be wary
of cheaper brands; this most feminine of all the main groups
works best when the ingredients used are of high quality,
and that means less expensive brands can smell exactly that.
Ultimately, choosing a fragrance is a very personal
choice, and many women prefer to stick with what they know
and buy the same thing year after year. But by trying different
fragrances from the same group as your favourite smell, you
may just discover a new gem.
Keywords: perfume, fragrance, scent, smell
About the Author
Sara Blackmoore,
sara@dating-webreview.com
Sara Blackmoore is a relationship counselor and
regular contributor to http://www.dating-webreview.com She
lives in London, England with her husband and two children.
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