Smell is extremely powerful and associated with mood, behaviour and memory, which is why perfume is an important part of our image.It can help us stand out, is it a great way to create impact, project a positive image, and leave a lasting impression.

But as with clothes, how we choose the fragrance we wear is very important. It can either support us, if working harmoniously with our personality, style and skin, or play against us if it is not. Think about what you would like people to know about you, and your personal style and chose your perfume accordingly.

It can be overwhelming shopping for the right perfume. The perfume aisles are generally crowded, and smelly as everybody is busy spraying away! In some stores, they actually wait for you near the entrance, ready to “shoot” you with the latest new scent, and ruining your chances to objectively smell any perfume you want to try next.

My advice is to take your time, and get samples to try on at home. Wear a fragrance for a day and see how it evolves, so that you get the full picture. Some fragrances might start with a lovely top note, and evolve to a trail that you find unbearable.

Make note of your first impressions, then wear it another time and see if you still find the same accords or not.

Perfumes like to play tricks on us, one day revealing one of their facet’s, and the next another. Different days will blow different smells your way, and your nose will adjust.
Repeat this until you find a perfume that works with your favourite outfits and colours, says who you are, and blends with your skin. Most importantly choose one you love, no matter what!

 
If you would like expert advice choosing a new perfume, Virginie offers luxurious fragrance sessions to help you chose the perfect perfume.

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Virginie is a trained chemist and has subsequently worked as creative fragrance Manager at Givaudan, the biggest scent and taste companies in the world. A member of the British Society of Perfumers, she has worked in the fragrance industry developing fragrances for successful brands and products, as well as working with private clients. She is in demand as an industry expert, speaker and corporate consultant.

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