Did you know that a woman’s smell and body odour were rated as the most important physical factor when it comes to attraction? The way a person smells can largely affect their image, which is why choosing the right scent is crucial to making a good first impression!
With the Spring and Summer seasons upon us, it’s time to find some new scents to add to our collection. But, with the number of fragrances coming out each year, it can be overwhelming when it comes to choosing which fragrance to get next. Combined with all of the similar scents out there (why is everything fruity-floral?), finding something unique can be challenging. Like, we wanna smell nice, but not basic. So, for the girlies who are looking for fragrances that are unlike anything you’ve smelled before, you should check out these 5 perfumes:
Maison Francis Kurkdjian “Baccarat Rouge 540”
Main Accords: Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy, Animalic, Aromatic, Metallic
If you’re looking for unique scents unlike anything you’ve smelled before, you really have to give the Baccarat Rouge 540 a try. Let’s just say this perfume received many polarising reviews. Some say that it’s overrated and doesn’t deserve the hype, while others thoroughly enjoy the scent. Regardless of how critics think, the smell hits different for each individual; which is part of the fun! Great for making a statement, the first thing that would hit your nose is a complex mix of sweet, metallic, and salty notes. Thanks to its distinct smell, it’s definitely a crowd pleaser, so expect to receive a tonne of compliments when you wear it.
Tom Ford “Oud Wood”
Main Accords: Woody, Oud, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Vanilla, Balsamic, Fresh Spicy
Another woody scent for the ladies who prefer anything other than floral scents, the Tom Ford “Oud Wood” is a good option for more unisex scents. It smells clean, classy, and sexy, perfect for late nights out. And if you’re a fan of sandalwood and amber, you’ll definitely enjoy this. While the fragrance still has much room for improvement longevity wise, it’s nonetheless a mesmerizing scent that will keep you coming back for more.
Byredo “De Los Santos”
Main Accords: Musky, Amber, Aromatic, Herbal, Iris, Powdery, Soft Spicy
If you love herbal smells, or perfumes that don’t smell like perfume, this one could just become your signature scent. For some, the scent may remind you of traditional Chinese herbal medicine, with a touch of minty freshness. The perfume opens with a prominent musky and powdery scent, then develops into a more subtle sweetness. Similar to the Baccarat Rouge 540, it’s a scent that you’ll either love or hate, since it’s a very unique scent.
Narciso Rodriguez “for her”
Main Accords: Musky, Rose, Powdery, Woody, Patchouli, Warm Spicy, Fruity, Amber
While we love unisex smells, the rosy scents will always have a special place in a woman’s fragrance collection. Clean, classy, and feminine, this gentle scent can easily be anyone’s daily go-to scent thanks to how pleasant and inviting it smells. The perfume is decent longevity wise, but the smell can vary on different people. But since the smell isn’t overpowering, it smells divine for most users. It smells just like the notes say: rose, musk, and patchouli, the perfect combination for someone looking for something sweet, but not too sweet.
Sarah Horowitz Parfums “Perfect Veil”
Main Accords: Powdery, Citrus, Musky, Vanilla, Woody, Aromatic
This one’s a must have for anyone who likes clean scents that evoke the smell of clean laundry or fresh out of the shower. If you’re looking for a perfume that won’t make you smell like a bouquet, this one’s for you, because it smells more like warm, clean skin rather than the normal floral perfumes. A little spray of this will last around 6 hours, so we would say longevity wise; it’s pretty good. It settles into a subtle vanilla scent as the day goes by. While some may say the scent is a bit too light for them, it leans more on the natural side, so if you’re into that, it’s definitely worth a try.
