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6 Perfumes for Every Occasion

Tuesday November 1, 2011 by Alexandra C.


They say that scent is the strongest sense tied to memory. If that's true than the exact right perfume for a special day, moment or even a signature everyday fragrance becomes that much more important. We have six options for six different occasions- each one a perfect match for whatever the day brings! 
 

Your Scent: The name says it all, Lovestruck by Vera Wang (C$79.00) is the perfect fragrance for a date night. The perfume aims to capture the feeling of a woman who is struck by love and captivated by passion. Can you get anymore romantic? Spritz on this feminine and floral perfume lightly and let it settle for a sweet and sophisticated aroma. 

Top Notes: luscious pink guava, heavenly angelica flower
Heart Notes: delicate tuberose
Base: precious woods 

Wear it with:  Glam it up with a sky high pair of Jessica Simpson Para High Heels (US$98.00) and keep it sheer and shimmery with Yves Saint Laurent Volupte Sheer Candy Lipstick (US$30.00).


Your Scent: Kenzo FlowerTag (C$79.00) is appropriate for day time and the office without being too 'old lady' or stuffy. It's a fresh fragrance with a punch of floral notes with sensual undertones. The bottle is designed to be reminiscent of graffiti tagging to evoke your free, spontaneous spirit. 

Top Notes: Rhubarb, blackcurrant and mandarin
Heart Notes: Peony, lily of the valley, jasmine
Base Notes: Tea note, vanilla, musk 

Wear it with: A sophisticated carry all big enough for a laptop and all your other needs, try Banana Republic Red Leather Satchel (C$160.00) and avoid looking too made up for the office with Too Faced Natural Eye Kit (C$25.00)
 


Your Scent:  Wonderstruck by Taylor Swift and Elizabeth Arden (C$78.00) is a great option for the younger girl who wants a fresh, sweet scent by doesn't want anything too heavy or musky. It's described as a gourmand floral which rings true to the mixture of fruit and floral scents. It's inspired by Taylor's fondest memories and favourite smells. 

Top Notes: Fressia, apple blossom, juicy berries

Heart Notes: Honeysuckel, white hibiscuss
Base Notes: Golden amber, warm musk, peach 

Wear it with: A comfy and cozy Gap Striped Cable Sweater (C$64.95) and for some added fun, OPI The Muppets Collection in Rainbow Connection (C$12.00).


Your Scent: If Fan di Fendi (C$88.00) was a girl, she'd be the type of girl you'd want to go out with you. This perfume is for the fun loving, electrifying and playful woman. It's a glamorous fragrance heavy on patchouli and leather. This one is definitely not for the wallflower! 

Top Notes: Pear, blackcurrant, tangerine, pink peppercorns
Heart Notes: Damascena rose, yellow jasmine, Indian tuberose 
Base Notes: Leather, patchouli

Wear it with: A slinky, sexy but tasteful dress in an eye popping colour like Nasty Gal Fuscia Wrap Dress (US$58.00) and go all out with Benefit Lash Lovelies in 'Big Spender' (C$18.00)


Your Scent: Lancome Tresor Midnight Rose (C$75.00) has a soft but spicy smell, the perfect scent for the holiday season. The strong rose smell is feminine while the pink pepper gives it an edge. With vanilla musk, it's also a very romantic perfume- mistletoe anyone? 

Top Notes: Raspberry, blackcurrant 
Heart Notes: Rose Absolute, jasmine, peony 
Base Notes: Vanilla, musk, cedar 
 
Wear it with: A universally flattering classic dress in a deep colour like this Top Shop Claret Sleeveless Tuck Shift Dress (C$84.00) and a great go to kit like Benefit 'I'm Glam, Therefore I Am' Make Up Kit (C$40.00)


Your Scent: Lazing around on a weekend, you don't want a musky or intense perfume. A light, fresh and modern fragrance like Demeter's Laundromat (US$39.50) is concentrated enough to deliver scent but won't over power your senses. It's clean smell is comforting and nostalgic. 

Wear it with: A trendy but practical Forever 21 Plaid Poncho (C$17.80) and instead on layering on foundation, try Tarina Tarantino Pearl Glow Luminizing Primer to give your skin a natural dewey glow (US$32.00)
 
What's your signature scent? 

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6 Comments

on Aug 23, 2012  mystictiger  2,073 said:

i tried the tresor midnight rose ,i had a sample. not quiet a fan of it.

on Dec 22, 2011  shellsbells85  3,684 said:

For awhile now Ive been curious as to what Wonderstruck by Tay Swift smells like and have been tempted to buy a bottle! I see its on the list here so I guess I should go try it :)

on Dec 22, 2011  Suelyn  2,423 said:

I like that pink dress.

on Nov 01, 2011  AlexJC said:

I'm absolutely loving Kenzo's FlowerTag right now! I didn't think I would because I also thought Kenzo was a more mature brand but the scent is grown up without being too musty or mature. It's very modern and light and floral.

on Nov 01, 2011  curlysue10  5,550 said:


I got Lovestruck a little while ago with my beloved Shoppers Optimum Points and I have been meaning to review it for a while now. It's LOVEly (ha ha get it? I'm cheesy I know lol) and I totally agree shiorim, when it comes to perfume I am a total sucker for the packaging. This one looks SO pretty on my dresser!

on Nov 01, 2011  shiorim  932 said:

I love the dresses for the holiday and girl's night out just saying!

Although the bottle for the lovestruck is a bit excessive, I'm a sucker for nice packaging. I want to try the Demeter series, think the scents sound really interesting and unique!

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