https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 07:10:23 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173522 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:48:51 +0000 Kristine 173522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't usually wear fragrance, I like clean smells and most are too strong or perfumey for my taste. The only one I can recall owning is Calvin Klein Escape, I used to love it. If I wear anything now I'll wear some lavender or jasmine oil on my wrists. There's some perfume that's supposed to smell like fresh grass, I thought that might be interesting to try! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173440 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 03:13:01 +0000 Mellllls 173440@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear an Ann Taylor body spray mostly. I'm not a huge scent person but people always tell me I smell nice </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173435 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 03:01:56 +0000 Mac 173435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have about 5 fragrances that I wear depending on the mood and season. Sometimes I wear more than one and often I wear none at all. Amouage Jubilation XXV; Chanel Christalle; Artisan La Haie Fleurie; Tocade and Ciara. From fairly expensive to really cheap - I don't care about the status... I'll only wear it if I like how it smells on me.</p> <p>A few years ago I read the Luca &amp; Turin book that received rave reviews. I'd never been much of a perfume person before that and in fact had worn none at all for years when I was quite interested in wine and taking lots of oenology classes (one isn't allowed to wear perfume while studying wine, since it interferes with the odours one is supposed to be inhaling from the glass). But "Perfumes: the Guide" reminded me that perfume could just be fun and interesting and playful and I dove in. </p> <p> <a href="http://www.perfumestheguide.com/Perfumes_The_A-Z_Guide_-_Luca_Turin_and_Tania_Sanchez/Home.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.perfumestheguide.co...../Home.html</a></p> <p>Before I bought any big bottles, I splurged and ordered about 30 tiny samples from luckyscent.com of relatively unusual perfumes and have enjoyed trying them on days when I feel adventurous. I didn't buy the full bottle of any of those but they helped me figure out the style I like don't like. I actually find that my limited wine training made perfume more interesting, since I now pay attention to smells in a different way than I had before studying wine. </p> <p>If I get scent anywhere near my neck, chest or face, I develop very painful tiny pimples so I am very careful to spray or dab my stomach or behind my knees, where the skin doesn't react. Does anyone else here share this bad reaction? Another friend, with similar colouring to me, has the same issue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173366 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 01:34:48 +0000 April 173366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I laughed reading about people's fears of mispronouncing a scent's name. My grandmother used to rhapsodize about a scent she adored that was no longer made, called Chypre. The true French pronunciation almost sounds like "sheep." with a barely-discernible "r" sound at the end. When my Gram used to say that and I would roll my eyes in embarrassment, thinking she had to be incorrect. Later when I studied French I realized she was right.</p> <p>But no wonder they stopped making it. Can you picture it: "What's that lovely scent you're wearing." "Oh, it's sheep..." </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173134 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 07:30:26 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 173134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Michelle - I have sported Chanel Allure before and loved it - especially for evenings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173120 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 05:26:07 +0000 Maya 173120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't wear a scent, but I have always been intrigued by this place:</p> <p><a href="http://store.lelabofragrances.com/index.php?osCsid=fcda3ef07ed6882afb7ce052b7934fda" rel="nofollow">http://store.lelabofragrances......52b7934fda</a></p> <p>I used to walk by it when I worked in Nolita and it looked like some kind of mysterious apothecary or laboratory. Very cool branding. Obviously it isn't cheap though, so I have always been too chicken to actually check it out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173116 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 05:14:35 +0000 Scarlet 173116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So I did happen to walk by a perfumerie yesterday and spritzed on some Angel by Thierry Mugler. Scent-wise it is a big departure for me, more musky and sexy, but after a couple of hours I was kind of obsessively sniffing my arm. I read online that one of the scent notes is chocolate, which could explain the need to smell more! I want to try this one again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173105 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 04:58:39 +0000 Michelle 173105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ever since I was 18 I've been wearing Mariel by H2O. It may sound weird to carry a signature scent over from the teens, but it's a gorgeous light fragrance that suits me perfectly. And I adore having a signature scent!! One ex-boyfriend and I were on the outs for a couple of years, but he decided to try and be friends again after passing someone wearing my perfume. I'd love to know who that girl is, because I've met maybe two other peopel in all this time who wear my scent. I love that part too!<br /> For really special functions, though, I will put on a little Chanel Allure. I feel ultra-sophisticated when sporting it. For me, though, most Chanel scents are too strong and musky. I prefer lighter more floral scents. My Mariel is like a fruit/floral hybrid, which is why I adore it.<br /> A fallback is Clinique happy for when I can't replace my mariel right away. I cannot go out without wearing perfume -- I feel naked!<br /> I apply it to my neck and upper part of my clothing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-173084 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 04:16:45 +0000 ladyjane 173084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I usually have one or two fragrances that I use, Right now it's Marc Jacobs Lola and Calvin Keins Euphoria. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances/page/2#post-172717 Sat, 19 Jun 2010 16:50:13 +0000 Polly (thunalata) 172717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear Coco, Estee Lauder Knowing and sometimes Pleasures. I like the idea of a signature scent but am careful not to put on too much so just can't smell it, which is why I'm trying to alternate a bit more! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172587 Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:39:13 +0000 Scarlet 172587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to love Anais Anais by Cacherel, but somehow I think I may have outgrown it? Now I wear Chanel Gardenia, which was a limited addition and I am afraid I won't be able to buy it again. Once in awhile I wear Burberry Baby Touch, which is possibly not meant for adults? But who would spray perfume on a baby? I never did figure it out but it smells good.<br /> I usually spray my chest before getting dressed because it kind of muffles the smell. I am very sensitive to smell and too much of any perfume makes me nauseous (but a little bit is nice). It never really occurred to me this might be a weird thing to do until I typed it out. Hmm.</p> <p>MNsara - Now I am curious to try Thierry Mugler's Angel!</p> <p>Wilson - White Shoulders also reminds me of my mother </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172584 Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:24:25 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 172584@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - I have been wearing Kenzo Flower for 6 years now and I love it too (and so does my husband!) It is the pefume that I chose for our wedding day.</p> <p>I also have Estee Lauder Pleasures and J'adore by Dior, but I always come back to Kenzo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172557 Sat, 19 Jun 2010 03:27:53 +0000 MNsara 172557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This one is easy for me: I wear one fragrance at a time. </p> <p>For 20+ years it was Chanel No. 5. I had no intention of EVER leaving it, but we hosted a young French girl who smelled SO good that my daughter and literally inhaled as she walked by us It was Thierry Mugler's Angel. I quickly divorced Chanel No. 5 and wedded myself to Angel.</p> <p>It has been 5 years and we are still VERY happy together. I put it on once in the morning and usually don't notice it myself after a bit, but whenever I greet someone (we hug lots here!), they always say I smell good It has caramel, vanilla, and chocolate in it - what's not to like? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172466 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:07:34 +0000 NK 172466@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenny, I was told by someone that Joop! is pronounced "Yope", rhymes wiht "nope". But since we're still not sure, my husband doesn't wear it anymore. ;)</p> <p>While I'd love to wear something French, I think I'd have to take French 101 before walking up to a counter and requesting it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172462 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:46:47 +0000 lynne 172462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I change my scents with the seasons, rotating between Fracas, Coco Mademoiselle and Issey Miyake Le Feu Light (sadly discontinued). Usually I only apply in the morning. I have scented lotion versions of all three, and they last quite well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172318 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:34:36 +0000 Claudia 172318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite scent to wear is Laura Ashley No. 1. </p> <p>I have one opened bottle left and sadly this fragrance is no longer made (result of a lawsuit between the Laura Ashley company, and L'Oreal, the manufacturer). </p> <p>I recently searched to see if I could locate any more and the bottle size I have now recently sold on Ebay for over $300 and that was for the Eau de Parfume. So down the road I will have to look for a new favorite scent.</p> <p>A lot of scents give me a headache when I wear them for a few hours or I don't like the way the scent changes after time on my body. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172301 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:06:06 +0000 wilson 172301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to change out fragrances every few years, kind of when I was changing stages in my life. After having my son five years ago I developed a sensitivity to a lot of chemicals and can't wear perfume very often.</p> <p>But I do have a bottle of Chanel #5 that I occasionally wear. I spray it into the air right in front of me then walk through the mist. I think it stays on pretty much all day.</p> <p>I love it when people have a signature fragrance; I can smell the scent years later and I immediately think of that person. White Shoulders instantly makes me think of my mother, Vanilla Fields makes me think of my cousin and Angel makes me think of my sister in law. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172294 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:48:53 +0000 Louise 172294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tara I agree scented body lotion lasts surprisingly long. I put some on the other day and one of the kids came for a cuddle and said my arm smelled nice and this was 6 hours after I'd put it on x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172290 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:39:31 +0000 JennyK (NC) 172290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>NK said: "Years ago, my husband wore Joop and it was a long time before we realized how it was prounounced and we were embarrased!)"</p> <p>Hmmm - so is it not pronounced as it is written? I wouldn't have a clue either. It's funny you say that because I don't wear M.A.C. makeup for exactly that reason. LOL! I don't know whether it's pronounced "Mac" or if you spell out the letters (Em Ay See). gigglegigglegiggle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172210 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 06:05:31 +0000 NK 172210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have three fragrances right now, Ralph Lauren's Romance, which I've worn for years and years and is still probably my favorite, Eternity Moment, and my newest, Lola by Marc Jacobs.</p> <p>Today I'm wearing Romance. I can usually smell it several hours later. But Lola, I can't. It seems to fade quickly one me. I love the initial scent though.</p> <p>I usually put a little in the crook of my elbow, and maybe a little on my neck, but I tried not to overdo it. I worked with a woman years ago that you could smell several minutes after she'd walked by, and you could always find her when you needed her by following her scent! I've also been outside walking and been able to smell the perfume of people driving by in cars with the windows rolled up, or been in a room with someone and have been able to taste the perfume in the air as they pass. That's just too much!</p> <p>I'm pretty chicken when it comes to scents because if I can't pronounce it, I don't want to own it, partially because I don't want to feel silly asking for it at a fragrance counter, and partially because I'd be scared someone might ask me what I'm wearing and I wouldn't be able to tell them without feeling silly!</p> <p>(Years ago, my husband wore Joop and it was a long time before we realized how it was prounounced and we were embarrased!)</p> <p>Honestly, I usually don't notice anyone else's scent unless it's unpleasant or overdone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172205 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 05:53:46 +0000 stringy 172205@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Frances, I know what you mean about people who keep increasing the amount of scent they wear because they've gotten so used to it. My way of getting around this is to work out the perfect amount in the first few times I wear it, and stick to that exact quantity always. </p> <p>For me, this is a teeny dab of Chanel Allure eu de perfum on each wrist, and a dab behind the knees if I'm out with just my husband. It's funny, that scent is advertised as being soft and sophisticated, and I'm anything but. But I love it and it sits so well on my skin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172190 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 05:06:46 +0000 fathenry 172190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much for sharing your ideas! </p> <p>Tanya, I really appreciated your comment about changing scent when something changes in your life. I'm in a period of transition and a fresh new scent is just calling my name. I never would have put that together but it makes perfect sense. </p> <p>Also, it's an easy and uplifting treat to give yourself, no real money or gym time involved! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172118 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 02:32:40 +0000 Angie 172118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>April, because my skin is sensitive. Also, its very effective spraying perfume at the back of my short hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172114 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 02:29:51 +0000 April 172114@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear only one scent at a time and tend to stick with the same one for a number of years, before changing it up. I used to wear Ellen Tracy, and a couple of years ago I switched to Elizabeth Arden's Red Door. </p> <p>Lately I have been also liking the magazine samples of D&amp;G's Light Blue, but not sure I like it on me. </p> <p>Angie, do you not apply the scent to your skin so the scent won't change, or because your skin is sensitive? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172073 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:48:03 +0000 Theresa 172073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both my daughters (and me to a lesser extent) suffer from Multiple Chemical Sensitivity so every single thing we use in our house is unscented (soap, washing detergent, dishwashing liquid, cleaning products, shampoo, skin products... the list goes on...).</p> <p>For special occasions on the weekends the girls are with their Dad I will use a scented body spray sparingly.</p> <p>I can say that after several years of being scent-free, I really appreciate it when people know the difference between a hint of fragrance and swimming in it - the latter make me want to go and vomit. I also appreciate subtle things like fresh flowers so much more.</p> <p>I must admit I would love to have a signature scent, but as long as we remain remotely sensitive my signature scent will be "clean" LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172072 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:46:38 +0000 Tara 172072@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to wear Miracle by Lancome for years, still do occasionally but it was kind of associated with a former relationship so don't wear it much these days...</p> <p>I love Romance by Ralph Lauren, Anais Anais by Cacharel, Paris by Yves Saint Laurent...</p> <p>Currently I'm wearing Covet by Sarah Jessica Parker although honestly it's a bit too vanilla for me.</p> <p>I also have White Musk from the Body Shop which is quite a mature fragrance.</p> <p>But overall, my favourite thing is to use a body cream, roll-on deodorant and sometimes a body spray like Impulse. Usually slather on Dove Fresh Touch body lotion (cucumber and green tea fragrance) straight out of the shower before getting dressed, roll on Mum Dry deodorant, and give a quick spritz of Impulse body spray on my clothes as an afterthought. I find the body lotion lasts all day and gives a really subtle scent. I often get comments when I give someone a hug.</p> <p>Also, can't beat the smell of freshly washed hair and clean clothes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172066 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:38:50 +0000 Tanya 172066@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been wearing Lola by Marc Jacobs since September last year and am absolutely in love. I think it is the best fragrance "fit" I have ever had. I am constantly getting compliments on it, even from complete strangers. </p> <p>I do not wear fragrance at work ( it is considered unprofessional) but I do in pretty much every other setting. I usually spray a little directly on the skin on the usual points, although I love to spray a bit on the hair too. Very rarely, maybe 5% of the time, I will wear Angel too, but somehow feels more winter appropriate at the moment.</p> <p>I do change fragrances, and t is usually connected to various big changes in my life. So some last for years, and some I may decide to change after a few months. I always have a favorite at the moment, and one or two back ups to spice things up a bit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172045 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:16:46 +0000 Frances 172045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've shied away from wearing scents because I can't really smell them on myself after spraying them on, and I don't want to spray on ever-increasing quantities until I become that woman on the elevator who overpowers everyone with her heavy perfume. I know that just because I can't smell it doesn't mean everyone else can't. And people tend to be sensitive about it out here. For a while a few years ago, it was common to see little footnotes in meeting notices asking people to be sensitive to those with allergies and not wear perfume to meetings or workshops. I know some people think this is over the top, but since I get overpowered to the point of nausea when I smell certain air fresheners or worse yet, cigarettes, I understand it. But I do miss my muguet. And I do cheat a little by using lemon verbena body lotion after my shower, because the scent makes me happy and makes me feel fresh and clean. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172044 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:15:45 +0000 Dashrashi 172044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bulgari Eau Parfumee Au The Vert Extreme! It's like CK One turned up to 11. A little spritz behind each ear and once on the inside of my wrist--then rub 'em together. (Apparently this distresses the scent molecules and you shouldn't do it but it's basically a muscle memory at this point and I can't NOT do it.) I've also been wearing L'Artisan The Pour Un Ete (I am obsessed with tea fragrances). Both are perfect for summer. They both seem like they wear off but when I get in the shower the next day, there's often a little jolt of fragrance again when the water hits my skin and reactivates it, so who knows. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/question-about-fragrances#post-172020 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:11:23 +0000 Angie 172020@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have been wearing Kenzo Flower for close on 13 years and am not changing it. </p> <p>I spray on every morning and that's it. It stays on the whole day. It's a signature part of my style. And Greg LOVES it.</p> <p>Oh, I spray at the back of my hair and on my clothes. No skin. </p>