It’s times like these I use the amazing resource that is Lovelyish’s readers to get some comprehensive feedback: I’ve been wearing the same perfume (Ralph by Ralph Lauren) since I was like, 17. But you know what’s really hard? Picking out a new scent. For starters, smelling a bunch of things in a row is a total waste of time. After a few you can’t distinguish one from another (coffee beans help, kind of), and they all smell different when they mix with your body chemistry anyway. I always say, “I’ll try this one” and then 20 minutes later I want to change clothes because it’s too strong or did something toxic with my skin oils. Who knows? But I’m at a loss. So, my dear lovelies, can you please give me some tips on a new scent?
I love Ralph because it’s fresh and distinct without being super sweet or overwhelming. It’s a little citrus-y and a little flower-y. But I’m looking for something more mature, light enough to wear every day, but distinct enough that it still makes me feel pretty. I’m not into “body sprays” or really musky stuff. HALP.
Lovelies, what’s your signature scent and what makes you love it? How did you find it?
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The new perfume by Chloe smells amazing. I smelled it in a sample from a magazine and loved it. Just don’t have money for fragrance right now, but when I do, I know what I’m getting. It’s very light, and the sample I rubbed on lasted for quite a while.
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Maple syrup. I rub it all over.
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Chanel Platinum Egoiste
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Vera Wang Rock Princess <3
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Bvlgari Omnia Cystalline or Avon Wonder Moon Orchid body mist.
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Coach poppy The red one.but the purple one’s nice too.
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Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue is a must try!
I love it, It’s flirty and mature all at the same time. Plus it really lasts.
My newest favorite right now is Rue21 Etc! I know….Rue21?! I was very reluctant on even smelling it, but I am glad I did. It’s fruity, girly, flirty and only $11. A total winner for me.
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Givinchi’s Very Irresistible L’Intense, is a Gorgeous floral, spicey type scent. Somewhat trick to describe but I absolutely Adore it! Tis a romantic, alluring, mysterious fragrance. Apparently the original Very Irresistible is a bit lighter, although I love the sensuality of L’Intense ^-^
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Currently using Clinique’s Happy and Pacsun’s Nolle Shine (not at the same time heh).
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I have Clinque’s Bloom. I love it, although I only try to use it sparingly and limited as so people keep guessing it. I’ve also used White Diamonds.
I once got True Love or something by Faith Hill and it was pretty good. I enjoyed it.
I tend to tell people to pick out certain words or phases that they want their style (not just perfume) to be. IE– Clean, preppy, etc. It’ll help discard fragrances you know you don’t want.
And don’t lay your perfume on thick. I once went on a date where the guy smelled as if he took a shower in a very feminine fragrance. I couldn’t wait to get more yards between the two of us. If you don’t like smelling a fragrance a few people down, then it’s a good idea to spray the fragrance lightly on yourself.
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Marc Jacob’s Daisy is a lovely light floral scent that really lifts up my mood and makes me feel happy. I’m a newbie when it comes to perfumes and I heard about this particular one from a YouTube video.
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mariah carey – the purple bottle – smells amazing with my body chemistry.
ralph lauren – hot is my going out perfume
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I’m a huge Ralph fan as well. I used Ralph for years before moving on to his other scent Ralph Rocks which I’m insanely in love with and always get compliments for.. so of course it’s been discontinued. >< I just can’t find anything else I like.
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I am in love with Petite Cherie by Annick Goutal.
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Heavenly Flowers by Victoria Secret is mine <3 It’s not as expensive as department store brands & it has a light, summery & somewhat floral scent to it. Perfect for a summer day OR evening. I get compliments all the time when I wear it. :]
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I love “Forbidden Rose” by Avril Lavigne. They sell it at Kohls; all her perfumes smell wonderful, and usually I hate perfume because the smells generally overwhelm my nose and make me sneeze repeatedly but I love Avril’s.
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My signature scent has been vanilla for who knows how long(: Literally all of my products are vanilla scented, I have Vanilla Flame Gud Shampoo, Conditioner,and Body Wash, Warm Vanilla Sugar Body wash and body butter from Bath and Body works, and if I’m really pushing it,Warm Vanilla Sugar body spray. After my daily routine, I just emanate vanilla. I’d rather do that than simply put on perfume ^^ Is that weird? Whatever(:
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Gucci’s Flora has a very nice and light floral smell to it.
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Moschino’s i love love
and angel !
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@ChristinesRants@xanga - I.love.vanilla. I’m pretty sure I have every vanilla scent ever made from Bath&Body Works. haha. Warm vanilla sugar smells amazing.
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G by Gwen or Sophistique by mark.girl / avon. Great scents!
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Coach Peony