Blooming Scents
Here are 5 delicately floral perfumes for the season of blooms.
The days are warming up and people’s spirits are being lifted once again. You’ve got your sun friendly beauty routines in the bag, an array of flowing dresses in the wardrobe - but what about a new scent for spring?
A good spring perfume is one that blends seamlessly with warm air and compliments the fragrant new blooms around us, rather than overpowering them. When we think of spring, we think of fresh aromas like clean linen and freshly cut grass as well as soothing bouquets of lilac, rose, vanilla and a hint of bergamot. Heavier, muskier scents work better throughout the winter months since perfumes don’t last as long in cold weather, so opt for lighter fragrances instead that will work well with the sunshine instead.
I’m a firm believer in try before you buy, especially since perfumes can be costly. You can purchase a host of mini samples online from notino.ie or theperfumeshop.com, otherwise ask in-store if you can have a couple of free testers to try.
Tom Ford Rose De Chine €206, visit brownthomas.com
Notes: Chinese peony, rose, myrrh
Armani My Way Nacre Eau de Parfum €93, visit theperfumeshop.com
Notes: Orange blossom, bergamot, jasmine, white musk
Maison Margiela Replica Springtime In A Park €112, visit cultbeauty.com
Notes: Pear, bergamot, white musk, vanilla
Marc Jacobs Daisy Skies Eau De Toilette €75, visit arnotts.ie
Notes: Mineral, jasmine, lotus, seaweed
Gabrielle Chanel Essence Eau De Parfum Spray €137, visit ie.feelunique.com
Notes: Citrus, peach, tuberose, sandalwood