How To Choose A Perfume

Any woman that enjoys smelling nice probably has a favorite perfume stashed away in her home. Perfumes help women express their personality and style, while also ensuring that they smell delightful. Giving a woman a gift of perfume is always a classic idea, but you need to put some thought into the gift to give it a personal touch.

Think about her current favorites

Most women have a favorite perfume that can tell you a lot about their preferences. If her favorite is Opium, then you know she likes heavier scents that linger well. If she prefers Clinique Happy, then you know that she prefers slightly lighter and fresher scents. Some women may not have a favorite and you may need to think about candles and soaps that they like. A woman that likes vanilla soap is sure to love a perfume that has the scent of vanilla as one of the main notes, while a woman that likes heady candles may enjoy stronger perfumes.

Think about her lifestyle

Once you have figured out what scents the lady in your life enjoys, you can move on to picking a perfume right for her lifestyle. If she loves vanilla, but works in an office with a lot of people, then you probably want to pick a very light scent that is not overwhelming. You can pick stronger scents if she is an artist or works in an open space. Always pick a fresh scent if she is active and is outdoors a lot, because you want to make sure she still enjoys the smell of nature as well.

Picking out a perfume is a great way to show someone that you know them well. After factoring in their preferences and lifestyle, you are sure to choose a perfume that fits their personality and that they love. The scent may even turn into their signature and you have a go-to gift for them for years to come.

Most women have a favorite perfume

by Shelley K, Health & Beauty writer