Vince Camuto EDP was launched in 2011 by designer Vince Camuto, who is otherwise known for his fashion and jewelry creations. It was the designer’s first fragrance created by the perfumer Steve DeMercado. The brands debut scent was followed by numerous flankers including Amora, Fiore, Bella, Bella Notte, Bella Vince, and Ciao. Vince Camuto presents...
From the first spray of Versace Eros Pour Femme EDT (2016), the green floral tempered with a light touch of vanilla brings a smile. Versace Eros Pour Femme has the Versace DNA and is more mainstream and unisex than other house fragrances, such as its scent cousin Versace Versense, and the more popular Versace Yellow...
Scentbird’s innovative subscription boxes connect fragrance lovers with new, luxury perfumes and colognes each month. Let’s dive in and see why they're said to be revolutionizing the fragrance world in this Scentbird review. About the Scentbird Subscription Box Intimidated by the rows of bottles at your local fragrance shop? Overwhelmed by perfume peddlers offering spritzes...
To help you find the absolute best luxury perfume, we asked six industry leaders, including managing directors and founders, to share their top picks. From the versatile and unique Creed Aventus to the unforgettable Jo Malone & timeless Chanel No.5, discover the top six luxury perfumes and their benefits, according to these experts. Luxury Perfume...
When you dab or spritz on your favorite perfume, are you wearing it for yourself or the man in your life? Every woman wants to wear a fragrance that makes her feel beautiful and that others enjoy too. Wearing a fragrance men love makes a woman feel even more attractive. Date night, an anniversary celebration, or...
When you’re the heir to a sizeable fortune (in this case, the H in LVMH, as in Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton), it’s understandable if you decide to join the ranks of the idle rich. If you’re Kilian Hennessy, however, you put the rarefied world at your disposal to good use by founding your own luxury brand, the...
Any fragrance that’s been around for 50 years deserves our respect and Revlon Charlie EDT (also known as Charlie Original and Charlie Blue) warrants our approval without hesitation. Launched in 1973, it was very much an aldehydic-floral scent of its time, with pioneering advertising and marketing helping make it a huge commercial success. Tapping into...
What started out as a request for product info* (for some reason, I decided to send my email to the PR contact on the Ormonde Jayne website) turned into a fully-fledged Zoom interview the next day with Linda Pilkington. Good fortune! I’d put the founder of the London-based niche brand on my interview wish list...
What perfumes make you smell fresh? Whether you want a cooling scent for summer or something light for everyday wear, the fresh fragrance perfumes category has you covered – crisp, crowd-pleasing, and always refreshing. What scents smell fresh? Most fresh fragrance perfumes in this family feature notes from fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other plants. Fresh...
Soft floral perfumes – sometimes called sweet floral perfumes – are a subgroup of the floral family. These scents typically have a “powdery” or “soapy” scent, a bit like baby powder or laundry detergent. They tend to lean feminine, though there are some unisex varieties. So what is a soft floral perfume? A soft floral...
What are aromatic perfumes? They’re a subgroup of the fresh family, which also includes citrus, watery, and green scents. They really are aromatic, meaning the spicier and more pungent side of fresh - think notes like coriander, rosemary, sage, or anise. This subgroup generally leans masculine, though there are plenty of great unisex and feminine...
Even if your idea of outdoorsy is picking a restaurant with a patio for brunch, there’s still a lot to love about mossy wood scents. This subgroup in the woods family focuses on the green, damp, and slightly funky aspects of the forest. You may also see this group listed as chypre - there’s some...
To help you find the perfect perfume subscription service, we asked professionals from various industries to share their top picks. From a NASM-Certified Personal Trainer's recommendation of Scent Box to an Operations Manager's endorsement of Luxury Scent Box, here are the top four perfume subscription services and why they stand out, according to industry experts....
Fragrance trends don’t come and go as quickly as, say, fashion, fortunately. Nevertheless, there’s no doubt that pistachio is big on the perfume front this year. That’s partly due to the mega-success of a certain Kayali (more on that below). But what about other options? Well, that’s where we are ever(fumed) helpful with a selection...
Rich, warm, and grounding, tobacco is an enduringly popular note in masculine, feminine, and unisex fragrances. It belongs to the Woodsy fragrance family and blends well with a variety of scents, including earthy, spicy, sweet, and gourmand notes. Unlike more exotic aromas, tobacco perfume price varies widely, meaning you can find great value tobacco scents...
Cedar has been prized for its rich, soothing scent since the earliest days of humanity. In ancient Mesopotamian myth, the Cedar Forest was even the home of the gods. In perfumery, cedar is a common note in many woodsy fragrances. It is not mossy woods or dry woods – it is simply woody. It harmonizes...
A rolling stone may gather no moss, but I’ve gathered a selection of the best mossy fragrances for you. Urgh! Lame, I know. But you get the point, hopefully. Strictly speaking, when I refer to mossy, I’m talking about oakmoss (Evernia prunastri), the species of lichen that mainly grows on the trunk and branches of...
Seeking a solid perfume to perfectly capture the serene notes of nature, paired with citrus, spice, and everything nice? Here we will explore nine distinct dry woods scents. With options layered with incense for unisex, our favorite feminine florals, soft and sultry sandalwood perfume selections, plus hearty men's cedarwood fragrance families, rich with layers of...
Woodsy perfumes have a loyal following in the fragrance world. They have a reputation for being mostly for men, but this is far from the truth. There are many explicitly feminine woodsy scents and many others that are suitable for anyone to wear. The Woodsy fragrance family comprises of the Mossy Woods sub-family - with...
The amber perfume family (sometimes referred to as Oriental) is vast – it includes super-sweet vanillas and caramels, spicy cloves and gingers, and skin-hugging musk notes. Soft amber perfumes explore the gentler side of this large family. While looking for soft amber scents, keep an eye out for notes like incense, cloves, and tonka bean....
The amber family (sometimes referred to as Oriental) may be perfume's most versatile grouping. Scents that are amber woody, meaning the woody subgroup of the amber family, explore the more robust and pungent side of things with notes like myrrh, oud, guaiac wood, sandalwood, and frankincense. Amber woody fragrances are great for colder weather and...
The gourmand fragrance family is considered by some to be pretty divisive – you either love it or hate it. But this family has a lot more nuance and versatility than you might realize. Read on to learn about what we think are the best gourmand fragrances of all time, including ones appropriate for work...
We don’t like making predictions so early in the year (it’s only May, after all). But we’re willing to put our reputations on the line for Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato 33 EDP Intense as one of the most popular. The 2023 release from the United Arab Emirates-based brand is everywhere at the moment. We sniff...
Great for signature scents and special occasions alike, a soft caramel and vanilla perfume makes a sweetly satisfying addition to virtually any agenda. Sugary caramel and warm vanilla are used as a base with a variety of complementary notes for complex, compelling combos. Today, we will explore the best options for caramel scented perfumes and...
The smell of freshly brewed coffee is beloved the world over – even people who do not drink it tend to love its aroma. It is no surprise that coffee is a popular component of several bold and luxurious fragrances as well. We have created a detailed list of favorites for anyone interested in exploring...
Cinnamon is a versatile ingredient in the kitchen, as at home in a spicy curry as it is in cakes and cookies. It is no different in the fragrance world – the scent is equally at home in spicy, gourmand, and woody scents. However, it can be an expensive ingredient. The steam distillation that's part...
Warm, sweet, and slightly floral, honey is a fragrance note that doesn't get as much attention as it deserves. It's versatile enough to feel at home with several fragrance families and strong enough to stand out in a crowd. Read on to learn more about our 11 favorite honey scented perfumes. Our Top 11 Honey...
Chocolate, an ancient status symbol and aphrodisiac tempts men and women the world over with its rich, seductive scent. From luscious floral blends to decadent perfume that smells like chocolate and vanilla, here are our top contenders for the best chocolate perfumes on the market. Our Top 11 Chocolate Perfume Picks Best for Beginners Mancera's...
2017. Seems like such a long time ago now, doesn’t it? Almost a different world. In fragrance terms, we remember it well for the release of one of our favourite tea scents, Elizabeth Arden White Tea EDT. We weren’t the only ones to be taken with it and the EDT turned out to be a...
Vetiver, a tropical grass native to India, is one of the most popular scents in perfumery. It's green and warm, smoky and sweet – it fits into just about any fragrance blend, whether masculine, feminine, or unisex. Check out our picks for the best vetiver fragrances. Our Top 11 Picks Best Intro to Vetiver If...
Sooner or later, it happens to all celebrities when they’re hot property… They’re faced with the big question: why don’t you launch your own fragrance? And so we shouldn’t have been surprised when Billie Eilish Eilish EDP joined the ranks of celebrity scents in 2021. And just in case, if you’re wondering why the American...
Estee Lauder often gets an unfair reputation as an "old lady" perfume. But that reputation doesn't reflect reality – Estee Lauder produces fragrances that are classic, feminine, and a bit dreamlike. Nowhere is that touch more apparent than in the Sensuous collection. Both the original and Sensuous Nude are a complex meeting of woods and...
Picture this: you’re in a garden full of the most beautiful yet diverse flowers you can imagine. While they may not seem like they belong together, they somehow create the most colorful, wild, and unique bouquet - this is what Gucci Bloom smells like. The Gucci Bloom fragrance was created for young, diverse, authentic women...
No, we’re not talking about the TV melodrama kind (that’s a completely different story). We’re talking about the other far more appealing variety: fragrances that have a soapy character. Some comments about this genre: Where known, the name of the perfumer is included in brackets after the name of the fragrance. While we don’t really...
With spring on its way (we’re already in countdown mode), now is a good time as any to present our selection of the best green fragrances. What exactly does “green” mean in perfumery? It often evokes the freshness of nature, being outdoors and surrounded by the smells of leaves, branches and flowers. But there’s more...
Animal prints, anyone? From leopard to snake and everything else in between on the prowl, fashion designer Roberto Cavalli has built an instantly recognisable business around flashy exuberance since 1970. The brand made its fragrance debut in 2002 and we reckon if ever a house’s aesthetic has worked against it, it’s Roberto Cavalli. Surely, fragrances...
Amber is one of the most fabulous aromas, with a warm honey scent that is soothing and sensual. If you want a dazzling amber perfume to match your sparkling personality, check out our list of the 11 best amber perfumes. Whether you want bold, spicy, soft, or a sweet gourmand amber, one of the fragrances...
Myrrh has long been an ingredient for medicinal purposes and fragrances throughout history. With a warm and amber woody scent, many people flock to fragrances that embrace this element. Not all fragrances get it right when using myrrh, but there are plenty that do. You'll find a lot of scents with this as an ingredient,...
What does ylang-ylang smell like in perfume? It is one of the most complex aromas to describe to those that may not recognize the name. Ylang-ylang is a tropical yellow flower in its natural habitat. The scent it gives off is unique and enticing, with delicious hints of an almost jasmine-like note with a sweet...
Frankincense is a fragrance deeply connected with religion, having been burned as incense throughout the Middle East and Europe for thousands of years. Perhaps the most famous appearance of this fragrant resin is as a gift for a young Jesus, courtesy of some traveling wisemen. Frankincense is a historic and well-respected scent, but many are...