Ever pass by a person on the street and catch a whiff of something incredible? What you’re smelling is unlikely naturally radiating from their body, it’s rather a perfectly chosen perfume. A $3.5 billion industry in the U.S. alone, the world of perfume is vast. While wearing a fragrance is certainly personal to the individual, a few of the best perfumes in the world have managed to please even the most discerning customers.
Carrying a scent that makes us feel good about ourselves is the best perk of investing in a quality perfume, and it turns out it could even give your relationship a little pick-me-up. Research indicates that partners have pretty strong opinions when it comes to self-care. A recent study found that, when asked which habits Americans feel makes them most compatible with their partner, the answers surprisingly center around hygiene. While cleaning habits (32%), exercise habits (36%), eating habits (42%), and even morning/evening routines (41%) were all singled out as important, the habit that most respondents considered key to compatibility was actually their self-care routines (45%)
Smell itself is a powerful sense, not only linked to how we feel in the moment, but linking us to different points and emotions in time. A study out of Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown found that it all comes down to neurons in the brain. Research suggests that these brain cells in the olfactory cortex – the area of the brain that controls smell – make the link between specific scents and places. Smell often has the power to take us back to core memories– maybe a perfume brings you back to embracing your grandma on Christmas, or being hugged goodbye from your mom before summer camp
The List: Best Perfume For Women, According To Experts
Maison Margiela’s Replica fragrance line is all about bottling a mood. Each fragrance tackles the vibe of a specific period with the intent of transporting the wearer to that moment in time. Jazz Club is a trip back to the Harlem Renaissance and the ambiance of a speakeasy where patrons sip cocktails and smoke cigars while listening to the genre’s greats perform,” writes.
Smelling notes include tobacco leaf, pink pepper, and spice.
“Warm, smooth, and just a tad sweet — this scent smells so good that you might develop a habit of sniffing your own wrists throughout the day,” writes. “Replica Jazz Club by Maison Margiela has quickly become a holy grail perfume and a staple on editors’ makeup vanities
Gucci Bloom
Classic floral shines through at its finest with Gucci’s Bloom perfume.
“Gucci Bloom is a classic floral fragrance that you’ll opt for again and again. It features notes of rangoon creeper, jasmine bud and tuberose for a scent meant to embody the Gucci woman,” writes. “Think of it as a light, soft, timeless option. One reviewer even notes, ‘Gucci has finally placed class and sophistication in a bottle.’”
Gucci Bloom is also highly rated for its air of sophistication and perfect fade time
“This full-on floral is classic without ever veering into, blending jasmine and tuberose with Rangoon creeper, a south Indian plant with a slightly powdery finish that rounds everything out. The fragrance is strong and long-lasting—as many Sephora shoppers point out—though in a good way, and also wears nicely, fading slowly and gradually,” writes.
4. Chanel Chance
Chanel’s Chance perfume is the perfect scent if you’re looking for a classic feel with all the right notes.
“A unique combination of fruity and floral, Chanel’s Chance has notes of jasmine and citrus to create a light scent that works just as well during a at home as it does during a busy day running errands,”writes.
