How to buy new perfume

You usually have one or a two scents you love to wear — one for daytime and one for an evening out with friends. With the vast array of fragrances on the market today, it’s easy to have several scents for every mood and occasion. The key however, is how you make that scent your own. Fragrance, as much as clothes, makes the man or woman; it is a reflection of your style and personality. Every scent or cologne smells different on every individual. The way a scent takes to your skin has to do with the chemical reaction between your body and the particular fragrance. People usually purchase new perfume when they read good reviews about it or in most cases, they catch a whiff of it on someone they know, a co-worker or an acquaintaince.

When buying new perfume,it is best that you take your time. Spray the scent on different cards, smell them and evaluate which fragrances you like; start eliminating the ones you really don’t like. To refresh you senses while you decide on what you really like best, take a break and have a coffee, then come back and test how the cologne smells on you. Take one scent at a time and let it stand for five to ten minutes. If you are still undecided, come back the following day to make your final choice.

Some scents are stronger than others so dab it on your pulse points: behind the ears, on the nape, base of throat, and on the wrist. Try to have two kinds of perfume; one for daytime and one for evening. Warm humid conditions can intensify a fragrance so choose a soft, light and fresher fragrance for day, and apply more often.

Here are a few scents from the catalogue of perfumes for 2009 :

Ange Ou Demon by Givenchy. Officially launched in September, Ange Ou Demon, is a sensual and seductive scent with classy undertones that can take you from boardroom to bedroom in an instant, as illustrated in its campaign featuring Uma Thurman, one of Hollywood’s glam beauties. An Eau de Parfum, Ange Ou Demon is a blend of white thyme, mandarin, lily and orchid. Its finishing notes of oak wood, vanilla and tonka bean bring the scent to a solid base and lend an air of power and sexuality to the feminine fragrance. Classified as a floral oriental, Ange Ou Demon is a pleasant perfume that is not too strong nor overpowering and can be worn anytime of the day (Php 4,850 for 100 ml)

Love of Pink Perfume for Women by Lacoste.  Following the success of 2004’s Touch of Pink, Lacoste is keeping its rosy hues afloat with 2009’s introductory fragrance, Love of Pink, a new permanent addition to the line. A gentle fruity floral scent intended for young romantics, Love of Pink is both soft and zesty, ruby orange and passion fruit tempered by musk and vanilla. This eau de toilette, housed in a modern and casual frosted glass shape, perfect as an everyday fragrance.

CK Eternity for Summer. Flirty and light, this limited edition release of the classic CK Eternity scent is a light, sunny, musky scent based on notes of litchi, pear blossom and Chinese ginger, with vibrant undertones of pink freesia and magnolia.It doesn’t stray from the traditional floral freshness the brand has been known for and is perfect for everyday use (Php 4,695 for 100 ml)

CH by Carolina Herrera.  An oriental/floral for women, from the creative minds of fashion designer Carolina Herrera and perfumer Oliver Cresp. An intriguing fragrance mysterious and complex opening with a floral accord of bergamot, orange, grapefruit and a juicy melon. Bulgarian rose, jasmine and praline are at the heart and the base is an oriental delight of cinnamon, woody notes and leather. Perfect for evening wear

Idole d’Armani by Giorgio Armani.  This new floral-gourmand fragrance for women from Giorgio Armani is inspired by the designer’s ideal vision of femininity – an irresistible combination of grace, beauty and independent spirit. Bright top notes of juicy clementine, pear, ginger and davana sit over a heart of saffron absolute, Egyptian jasmine, Turkish rose, and a warm base of vetiver and patchouli.

Lilly Pulitzer Squeeze . This citrus floral for women, bright and playful. was composed by Perfumer Mathilde Bijaoul, for the preppy brand designer known for bright print clothing and accessories. Whimiscal notes include lychee, pink grapefruit, red currant, lotus blossom, wild rose, sun-drenched woods and water musk.

Clean.  Simple and refreshing, this soft floral fragrance lathers up with a harmonious blend of orange bergamot, frangipani, and lotus blossom, mixed with a fresh palette of rose oil, sweet violet and soft musk.

D & G 1  le Bateleur by Dolce & Gabbana.  Seductive and spicy, with top notes of cardamom and juniper berry resting against a fresh aquatic heart. Its base is provocative and feminine, mixing vetiver with olibanum and cedarwood. Associated with “The Lovers” Tarot card, for the passionate charmer.

Omnia Green Jade by Bvlgari. This is the fourth creation from the Omnia collection, which derives inspiration from different stones and gems. The stone green jade symbolizes beauty and harmony, and its namesake fragrance is designed to appeal to “modern young women with a bewitching innocence”; it opens on notes of green mandarin, orange and spring water, with peony, jasmine and pear blossom trailing lightly behind.