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Experience Fragrance Differently
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items Here are my recommendations for a signature scent–detailing who each scent is best suited for.
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Personal Favorites
Your Guide to Signature Fragrances - Neiman Marcus
Your Guide to Signature Scents - Sephora
More Fragrances and Their Effects
Personal Favorites
These are scents I have worn with much love. I feel entranced as the aromas dance on my skin. Each embody a mood. I hope you enjoy!
Divine on its own, I pair this scent with "Vetiveria" from O.J. to smell like a rose garden post rain. This is the feminine, sophisticated expression of the pair.
Ormonde Jayne– Damask Eau de Parfum
Divine on its own, I pair this scent with "Damask" from O.J. to smell like a rose garden post rain. This is the masculine expression of the pair and smells like expensive, fresh cut grass.
Ormonde Jayne–Vetiveria Eau de Parfum
Embody the essence of a woman with this fragrance. Top note: rose Middle notes: blackcurrant; raspberry; clove Base notes: patchouli; sandalwood; frankincense
Frederic Malle - PORTRAIT OF A LADY by Dominique Ropion
“Rare are the plants that dare to blossom…” This scent is bewitching. It's soft, delicate, smooth and mysterious. Notes- Top: Amrette, Jamaican Nesberry. Heart: Violet, Sandalwood, magnolia. Base: Chantilly Mush, Crisp Amber, Cedarwood.
Byredo – Mojave Ghost Eau de Parfum
Embody a fabulous woman who takes her time getting ready for and evening event with a glass of red wine. Ambery, Woody, Warm.
Maison Francis Kurkdijan – Grand Soir Eau de Parfum, 2.3 oz.
The scent of a well-travelled, well-cultured and well-loved woman. Top: Bergamot, African Marigold, Bucchu Heart: Violet, Cyclamen Base: Vetiver, Moroccan Cedarwood
Byredo - Bal D'Afrique Eau de Parfum
Your Guide to Signature Fragrances - Neiman Marcus
I love this scent! It feels like a dance between masculine and feminine energy that feels balanced and perfect for the daytime grind. Juniper berries oil, Nutmeg oil, Coriander seeds oil, Musks, Ambery woods, Vanilla Blend
Maison Francis Kurkdijan – Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau de Parfum Collection
This variation is the nighttime equivalent to Gentle Fluidity Silver. The only difference is the addition of amber – making it perfect for a night time transition. Juniper berries oil, Nutmeg oil, Coriander seeds oil, Musks, Ambery woods, Vanilla Ble...
Maison Francis Kurkdijan – Gentle Fluidity Gold Eau de Parfum
Citrus with an earthy expression. This scent is invigorating and inspires action that is intentional. A refreshing scent intended to bring more balance and harmony into your world.
MFK – Aqua Media Cologne Forte Eau de Parfum
This scent feels like a heart-centered woman going into battle. Not to create more strife, but to advocate for truth, beauty and self-acceptance. Pepper, rhubarb leaves, coriander, jasmine, tuberose, gardenia, lily of the valley, carnation, vetiver, ...
Amouage – Honour Woman Eau de Parfum, 3.3 oz.
Imagine wearing a silk dress to date night to a sophisticated establishment or event. This scent is elegant with a refined sassiness. Bergamot from Italy, Rose from Bulgaria, Guaiac wood, Oud from Laos, Papyrus
Maison Francis Kurkdijan – Oud Silk Mood Collection
So creamy, simplistic and refined. Sandalwood.
Bulgari - Allegra Magnifying Sandalwood Eau de Parfum, 1.35 oz.
Your Guide to Signature Scents - Sephora
Ready to dive into a signature? Here's a list of recommendations based on the kind of woman I see when I encounter these various scents.
For the woman who loves warm and sweet gourmands with an elegant touch and believes life is meant to be beautiful. Feminine, sensual and iconic. Notes: Iris, Patchouli, Vanilla
Lancome - La Vie Est Belle
For the woman with a bold exterior and a soft interior. Warm florals. Notes: Jasmine, black currant, vanilla and woods.
Valentino - Donna Born In Roma Eau de Parfum
For a women entering her softness era of femininity with freedom of expression. Notes: Dark Berries, Jasmine, Musk-Amber.
Burberry - Her Eau de Parfum
For the liberated woman with a fierce edge. Notes: Lavender, orange blossom, musk accord.
YSL - Libre Eau De Parfum
For a woman with a relaxed, youthful and modern style. The embodiment of a Brit chick. Notes: Top notes of lemon and fresh ginger with a romantic rose and peony heart.
Burberry - Her London Dream Eau de Parfum
For the woman who wants to feel like a fresh bouquet of flowers. She's confident, feminine and chic. Powdery Florals. Notes: Peony, Rose, Honey, Cedarwood
Chloé - Chloe Eau de Parfum
More Fragrances and Their Effects
These are fragrances that may not check the boxes for a signature scent but are worth exploring.
Earthy + Woody. Perfect for zen time alone or with others.
Tom Ford - Bois Marocain Eau de Parfum
Smells so nice. Green and silky. Mild sweetness (less like candy, more like kindness). Settles like wet grass in the best way. Ripe figs, iris, coconut milk, tonka and dry blond woods.
D.S. and Durga – Debaser Eau de Parfum
What I imagine homemade vanilla bean extract smells like after years of fermentation.
Byredo – Vanille Antique Extrait de Parfum, 1.7 oz.
Leather for sure. A sophisticated leather worn in fall or climates where it's not col outside but cool. Is she in a cabin near fire? Japanese Cedar, Incense, Maple, Patchouli, Treemoss, Leather.
D.S. and Durga – Amber Kiso Eau de Parfum
Smells like fresh cut grass next to a flowerbed. Earthy and heavenly.
Nishane – Sultan Vetiver Extrait de Parfum