It's often difficult to describe the type of scent you're looking for, and the bored salesgirl working the perfume counter is rarely much help. Here's a little education on the different types of fragrances and the high points of each. Most ladies never learn this stuff, so you'll do well to read it!
It’s often difficult to describe the type of scent you’re looking for, and the bored salesgirl working the perfume counter is rarely much help. Here’s a little education on the different types of fragrances and the high points of each. Most ladies never learn this stuff, so you’ll do well to read it!
Fragrance Type: Chypres
Main notes: Citrus (i.e. bergamot) or florals (often rose) combined with woody and mossy notes like patchouli, oak moss, and labdanum
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Ok this is SO useful!! I never had any idea of these categories of fragrances. I think I like chypres the best. THANK YOU!!
I'm really glad you enjoyed it! I'm definitely an Orientals gal. (Okay, that so doesn't sound right.)