Gourmand but never cloying options you’re sure to love Sweet fragrances might conjure up images of cotton candy and artificial syrups, but that isn’t always how a sweet perfume will smell. In fact, sweet fragrances today can be polished, complex, and refined. That’s why sugary notes are taking center stage.  Another major benefit of sweet […]

Montale is among the hottest fragrance brands of 2021, and for good reason. Despite being relatively new to the scene, its extensive line of luxe perfumes and colognes are highly coveted. But why is Montale in such high demand? And which Montale fragrance is best for you? Follow along to get the low down on […]

Scents you’ll love from one of this generation’s most iconic fashion designers  There’s a reason Marc Jacobs perfumes are the hottest scents on the shelf. You don’t need more than an elementary knowledge of fashion to know he’s a modern day style icon. Arguably today’s most influential American fashion designer, Jacobs’ New York Fashion Week […]

From the warm and seductive to the bright and fresh, get ready to learn about all of the top need-to-know jasmine fragrance options  Oh sweet, sweet, floral jasmine! The botanical note runs deep in most fragrances, but it’s an open secret that jasmine scents span all the way from the classically-sweet to the green and […]

Spring is such a magical time of year. The weather warms, and you can finally break out that sundress you’ve been hiding in your closet. It’s also the perfect time to smell like a bouquet of flowers all day long. Wearing floral perfumes in warmer months is almost a rite of passage. Put aside your […]

When fragrance connoisseurs speak of the most esteemed perfumers of all time, Jean-Claude Ellena often tops the list. But who is Jean-Claude Ellena, and why is his work so well known? Follow along to learn more about the history of this legendary perfumer and the best Jean-Claude Ellena perfumes to date. Who is Jean-Claude Ellena? […]

Everything’s coming up roses There’s nothing more fresh, romantic, and feminine than a rose perfume. Rose scents are also said to be relaxing and restorative because, like lavender, they encourage us to take deep, slow, controlled breaths. The best rose-scented perfumes are transporting, but they’re far from equal. In fact, while some varieties go heavy […]

Many of us want to travel again after over a year of staying home. A recent survey notes that this summer, 60 percent of Americans are ready for that post postponed vacation. Despite many international destinations easing out of lockdown and opening borders, experts say Americans will likely stick to domestic travel for the foreseeable […]

Coco Chanel once said that a girl should always be two things: classy and fabulous. Although you can always don a nice dress or strap on a pair of heels, I firmly believe that the best—and most effortless—way to present yourself as such is through the power of scent. The eponymous clothing and accessories designer […]

Bursts of fruity freshness — without smelling like a Starburst  When it comes to sexy scents, most people think of woodsy fragrances, but in summer we all want to feel light and fresh. That’s where fruity perfumes come in. Though they’re wonderful and appropriate year-round, fruity scents are particularly popular for warmer weather. That’s when […]