When it comes to fragrance, everyone has different tastes. Some people like fruity scents, while others like citrus or musk. In a similar way some people have a signature scent, meaning it is the only perfume they have worn for years. While a lover of many perfumes, like myself, may enjoy different scents for different occasions. Although I am not saying no one person needs this many fragrances in a lifetime, these are some of my personal favorites:
Dolce & Gabbana - Light Blue
$34 - $134
Light Blue is that perfect everyday wear. Its fresh scent makes for the perfect beginning to your day.
Top Notes: Sicilian Cedar, Apple, Bluebell
Middle Notes: Bamboo, Jasmine, White Rose
Base Notes: Citron wood, Amber, Musk
Catherine Malandrino
$65 - $110
Perfume notes give you an idea of what 'types' of scents to look for if you like a particular smell. Catherine Malandrino has a number of my favorite notes, such as jasmine, patchouli, amber and musk. Thus, this fragrance is one of my favorites out of this list and is the perfect date night fragrance!
Top Notes: Mandarin, Apple Blossom, Black Currant, Anjou Pear
Middle Notes: Jasmine, Orange Flower, Rose, Violet, Lily, Green Tea
Bottom Notes: Vanilla, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Amber, Caramel, Powder Musk
Marc Jacobs - Divine Decadence
$29 -$122
Decadence is perfect for those dark, vampy fall and winter looks we all love. Its deep smell suits burgundy lips and blacks nails perfectly.
Top Notes: Italian Plum, Iris flower, Saffron
Middle Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Jasmine Sambac, Orris
Base Notes: Vetiver, Papyrus Woods, Liquid Amber
Chanel - Chance
$60 - $100
Chance is a staple in any collection. Its sweet, warm scent makes it another one of those every occasion fragrances.
Top Notes: Pink Pepper, Lemon, Pineapple
Middle Notes: Hyacinth, Jasmine, Iris
Base Notes: Amber, Patchouli, Vetiver, White Musk
Juicy Couture - Viva La Juicy - fun flirty
$24 - $140
How could I not include the perfume that has been by my side since middle school? Viva La Juicy was my first real step toward womanhood, when I finally dropped the Bath & Body Works body mists and picked up this beauty.
Top Notes: Wild Berries, Mandarin Orange
Middle Notes: Honeysuckle, Gardenia, Jasmine
Base Notes: Amber, Caramel, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Praline
Jimmy Choo
$62 - $105
When I think of Jimmy Choo I think of glamour and confidence in a bottle. So the next time you and your girls head out, take Jimmy along for the ride!
Top Notes: Luminous Green, Sweet Orange, Pear Nectar
Middle Notes: Tiger Orchid
Base Notes: Toffee, Caramel, Patchouli
Gucci - Guilty
$34 - $99
Gucci Guilty is hands down my "signature scent." I wore this perfume all through high school and it has not failed me since.
Top Notes: Mandarin, Pink Pepper
Heart Notes: Peach, Lilac, Geranium
Base Notes: Amber, Patchouli, Lilac, Geranium
Aquolina - Pink Sugar
$20 - $60
I don't know what it is about this perfume, but it never fails to get compliments from the guys. This fun and flirty perfume will be bringing all of the boys to your yard in no time (;
Top Notes: Cotton Candy, Strawberry, Raspberry, Orange
Heart Notes: Lily of the Valley, Fig Leaves, Barbe-a-papa
Base Notes: Vanilla, Amber, Musk, Woods
Dolce & Gabbana - 3 L'Imperatrice
$79
This citrus fragrance is perfect for that summer night out - so put on your sun dress and head out to town!
Top notes: Rhubarb, Red Currant, Kiwi Accord
Middle notes: Pink Cyclamen, Watermelon Accord
Base notes: Musk, Sandalwood, Grapefruit Wood
Viktor & Rolf - Flowerbomb
$29 - $215
This fragrance was awarded Allure's Best of Beauty in 2015 for a reason, because when spring has sprung Flowerbomb is the bomb. (Sorry, I couldn't resist)
Top Notes: Bergamont, Tea, Osmanthus
Middle Notes: Jasmine, Rose, Orchid, Freesia
Bottom Notes: Musk, Patchouli.
So next time you're looking to switch up your signature scent or add to your collection, stop by your local beauty store and give these a whiff!
