How to find your fragrance
Perfume ? How should we describe it?
What is a scent note? What should one imagine under a transparent fragrance? How does a perfume that has a strong musk smell? Can I imagine from the description of a perfume alone whether I will like it and how well it will suit me?
Find out all about the 10 ChroniquesDuVasteMonde fragrance colors.
Scent color yellow
That's what the perfumer says: Here are the Mediterranean scents at home, which play in the opening chord with nuances of citrus fruits and up to the bottom notes by a pleasant transparency, so lightness, distinguished.
That's what we say These scents are clean. You make me happy. I associate them with a carefree childhood, the view into the garden or a relaxed evening in nice company.
Ingredients that are common in the scent color yellow: Basil, bergamot, leafy green, cassis, wood, iris, jasmine, cardamom, lily-of-the-valley, musk, pepper, sandalwood, violet, lemon.
Classic yellow fragrances: "4711" Cologne water. "Cologne" by Thierry Mugler.
New yellow fragrances: "In the mood for love" by Gianfranco Ferré (with bergamot, jasmine, lily-of-the-valley, musk and sandalwood, at the beginning there is an additional smell of orange blossom). "Eau de Gentiane Blanche" of Hermès (with musk, iris and frankincense). "True Religion for Women" (with bergamot, cassis and musk). "Pegaso" of Etro (with bergamot, basil, pepper, iris and woods). "We are one" by Calvin Klein with bergamot, jasmine, cardamom, jasmine, musk and violets). "Eau Mega" by Viktor & Rolf (with basil, leafy green, jasmine, musk, sandalwood, violet and lemon - and in addition pear is included, which brings a hint of fruitiness into play).
Fragrance purple
That's what the perfumer says: In this group the floriental (floral-oriental) and the oriental fragrances are summarized. The perfumes are heavy and have a long-lasting effect. In their recipes are usually vanilla in combination with exotic spices. Vanilla not only gives the fragrance sweetness, but also a soft powderiness. Similar ingredients such as Peru balsam or Benzoin Siam.
That's what we say Intense as city bustle, colorful as cocktail parties and as seductive as an ornate tin can with candies in powdered sugar, which stands on a dresser in an old French chateau. One knows immediately: Like all this, one must enjoy these fragrances carefully.
Ingredients that are common in the scent color violet: Aniseed, Benzoin Siam, Leafy Greens, Cassis, Raspberry, Ginger, Iris, Jasmine, Cardamom, Lily-of-the-Valley, Candied Almonds, Musk, Clove, Patchouli, Peru Balsam Oil, Pepper, Rose de mai, Rose Oil from Bulgaria, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Tuberose, Vanillin, violet, lemon.
Classic violet scents: "Casmir" from Chopard. "Shalimar" from Guerlain. "Amour" from Kenzo. "Hypnosis" from Lancôme.
The new violet scents: "Couture" Juicy Couture (with leafy green, jasmine, vanilla and sandalwood). "Vanilla & Anise" by Jo Malone (with anise, bergamot, clove, tonka beans, tuberose and vanilla - in three variations that make the scent quite extreme). "Amour Eau de Toilette floral" from Kenzo (with cassis, wood, cardamom, musk, roses and citrus notes). "Cascade" of Chopard (with musk, pepper and woods, in addition the rare orchid "Belle de Nuit", which provides lush flowery). "Idols" by Armani (with ginger, jasmine, woods, patchouli and rose). "Classique Edition Metal Chic" by Jean Paul Gaultier (with bergamot, rose and vanilla). "Flower Essentielle" from Kenzo (with red berries, jasmine, musk and vanilla). "Orchidée Vanilla Collection Extraordinaire" Van Cleef & Arpels (with candied almonds, musk and vanilla). "Vintage" by Kate Moss (with jasmine, musk, pepper and vanilla, which is becoming more and more prevalent).
Fragrance brown
That's what the perfumer says: Woody, woody is this fragrance family, which was originally masculine and was therefore usually reserved for men's fragrances. In the new fragrances she is designed feminine. That seems confusing and mysterious. Important ingredients are sandalwood and the fine, elegant wood note ingredient Iso E Super.
That's what we say One has the impression that the smell of a newspaper mixes with that of black tea and curtain spray.This is how it smells in the changing room in the outdoor pool, in wellness areas, but also at festive family celebrations.
Ingredients that are common in brown fragrance: Aldehyde, bergamot, leafy green, cassis, raspberry, wood, ginger, jasmine, cardamom, labdanum, musk, wet green, patchouli, pepper, sandalwood, violet.
Classic brown fragrances: "Feminité du Bois" from Shiseido. "Alien" by Thierry Mugler.
New brown fragrances: "DKNY Energizing Eau de Parfum" by Donna Karan (with leaf greens, ginger, pepper and sandalwood). "Boudoir Jouy" by Vivienne Westwood (with red berries, jasmine and woods, additionally heavy lilies). "Bois suede" from Esteban (with pepper, patchouli, musk and sandalwood). "Fille en Aiguilles" by Serge Lutens (with cassis, labdanum, wood and pepper). "She Wood Velvet Forest Wood" from Dsquared2 (with leafy greens, musk, patchouli, and violets). "Boisée Fruité" from Montale (with bergamot, leaf green, sandalwood, violet and lemon, in addition scent of ripe fruit). "Glitter" by Comme des Garçons (with aldehydes, labdanum, patchouli and woods). "Amaranthine" from Penhaligon's (with wet green, jasmine, cardamom, musk, sandalwood and tonka bean). "Wanted" by Helena Rubinstein (with iris, woods, sandalwood and vanilla, additionally delicate ylang-ylang flowers).
Scent color white
That's what the perfumer says: Characteristic for the category "white" is the combination of flower notes with aldehydes. These green, spicy to flowery-smelling ingredients set accents that range from sterile to light-soft, but always look clean
That's what we say This smells clean, almost a little sterile. I'm thinking of a doctor's office, of white clothes and white clouds in the sky, but also of antiques and expensive cosmetics. Ideal to play the "great lady".
Ingredients that are common in white: Aldehyde, iris, jasmine, lily-of-the-valley, pepper, rose de may, rose oil from Bulgaria, sandalwood, tonka bean, tuberose, violet.
Classic white fragrances: "No 5" from Chanel. "White Linen" by Estée Lauder.
New white fragrances: "Chloé Intense" of Chloé (with aldehydes, pepper, rose, sandalwood and Tonka bean). "Irissime" by Jacques Fath (with Aldheyden, bergamot, iris, jasmine and musk).
Fragrance pink
That's what the perfumer says: These distinct floral (flowery) scents are the epitome of femininity. It can be varied in many ways - with individual flowers, flower chords or whole bouquets. The interpretations range from straightforward, clear to romantically playful.
That's what we say This is Rosamunde Pilcher, Cinderella, conservative with a sweet touch of feather boa. What "girls" of all ages.
Ingredients that are common in pink: Iris, jasmine, lily-of-the-valley, musk, patchouli, rose de may, rose oil from Bulgaria, sandalwood, tuberose.
Classic pink fragrances: "Beautiful" by Estée Lauder. "Blush" by Marc Jacobs.
New pink fragrances: "In Bloom" from Avon (with "white flowers" and jasmine). "Jasmine Musk" by Tom Ford (with jasmine, iris, musk and patchouli). "Flora" by Gucci (with patchouli, rose and sandalwood). "Encre Noire pour Elle" from Lalique (with rose and musk). "Forever and ever Dior" by Dior (with jasmine, musk and rose).
Scent color red
That's what the perfumer says: Due to its fruit aspect, the scent family looks cheerful and uncomplicated. Combined, peach and apricot notes form a pleasant bridge between citrus top notes (lemon, bergamot) and floral notes in the middle note. Raspberries are a nice counterpart to heavy flower notes like tuberose.
That's what we say These mixtures spread contagious joy. They are good for lightening the mood on dark or rainy days. Because you automatically think of colorful cocktails, a fruit basket, bubble gum bubbles or water ice.
Ingredients that are common in the red color: Cassis, raspberry, iris, jasmine, lily of the valley, mango, rose de may, rose oil from Bulgaria, tuberose, violet.
Classic red fragrances: "Femme" from boss. "Calyx" from Prà © scriptives.
New red fragrances: "London for Women Special Edition" Burberry (with lily of the valley, musk, roses, woods and a tropical fruit mix). "Bellissima" from Bluemarine (with ginger, melanol, musk, sandalwood and a mixture of "sexy" flowers and passion fruit). "VIP life" of esprit (with cassis, patchouli, rose oil, vanilla). "Lola" by Marc Jacobs (with musk, pepper, rose, tonka bean and the fruit aspect of pear with grapefruit). "Parisienne" by Yves Saint Laurent (with musk, rose, red fruits and sandalwood).
Scent Orange
That's what the perfumer says: Elements that are reminiscent of edible treats and sweets give the perfume its unmistakable touch.One of the important ingredients is ethyl maltol, which gives the scent a sugary, caramelized touch and underscores a powdery, vanilla note. The Nuance chocolate is used from sweet to masculine-tart.
That's what we say One feels transported to the land of plenty, surrounded by colorful balloons and cotton candy. And safe as in a cotton ball. You can go well with that because the aromas are cheerful and sensual. Do not spray too much, otherwise the sweetness will be intrusive.
Ingredients that are common in the orange scent color: Anise, leaf greens, ethyl maltol (almond, sweet), coffee, candied walnuts, chocolate, tonka bean, vanilla.
Classic orange fragrances: "Fishing rod" by Thierry Mugler. "Princess" by Vera Wang.
New orange fragrances: "Desire me" Escada (with leafy green, chocolate, vanilla, refined with the scent of orchids). "Midnight Passion" by Lolita Lempicka (with anise, jasmine, vanilla, tonka bean and as "treat" the aroma of the "liqueur flower"). "Laura Rosé" by Laura Biagiotti (with leafy green, candied fruit, patchouli, rose de may). "Black Star" by Avril Lavigne (with plum and dark chocolate).
Fragrance color green
That's what the perfumer says: In the foreground are natural scent aspects that give the perfume a leaf-green, grassy-green or vegetal note. Green, rather wet freshness is provided by the ingredient Hexenol, the impression of green spring leaves is created by the ingredient Undecavertol.
That's what we say Clearing awake after eight hours of sleep! I think of a wooden chest with fresh linen, a fine lace handkerchief, church and flowering cherry trees.
Ingredients that are common in white: Leaf green (undecavertol), wood notes, iris, jasmine, lily of the valley, wet green (Hexenol Cis III), Rose de Mai, rose oil from Bulgaria, tuberose, violet.
Classic green fragrances: "Fiji" by Guy Laroche. "Daisy" by Marc Jacobs.
New green fragrances: "Absolute Absinthe" by MasterBrands (with bergamot, jasmine, cardamom, lily-of-the-valley, musk and a hint of cannabis). "Private Collection Jasmine White Moss" by Estée Lauder (with basil, bergamot, iris, jasmine, musk and patchouli). "Blu Eau de Parfum II" by Bulgari (with anise, benzoin, iris and musk). "Scent" by Issey Miyake (with leafy green, jasmine and wood notes).
Fragrance blue
That's what the perfumer says: Together, these flowery perfumes have strong "watery" proportions that convey a certain clarity, freshness and coolness. Ingredients such as Calone convey the effect of sea, algae and seaweed, ingredients like Melonal promote associations with fresh water. With the ingredient Florazon the fragrances get an airy-ozone touch. That's what we say It's like blinking in the sun, seeing the sea and feeling a light breeze. I'm so attracted to it as propper as with designer jeans and white blouse. The fragrances look cheerful and successful, without imparting aloofness.
Ingredients that are common in the scent color blue: Calone, Florazon, hedione, iris, lily-of-the-valley, melonal, rose de may, rose oil from Bulgaria, sandalwood, tuberose, violet, lemon.
Classic blue fragrances: "Cool Water Woman" from Davidoff. "L? Eau d? Issey" from Issey Miyake.
New blue fragrances: "Spotlight" from Avon (with sandalwood, lemon and the aroma of mimosa and freesia). "Chic" by Celine Dion (with leafy green, melonal, violet and light wood notes). "QS" by S.Oliver (with lily of the valley, pepper, rose, red berries and violets).
Scent color silver
That's what the perfumer says: Here, extravagance is combined with high-quality elegance. Dominant is a timeless accord of bergamot, patchouli and oak moss, which the French perfumer Francois Coty invented for his creation "Chypre" (Cyprus) in 1917. Bergamot gives a prelude, patchouli dark fullness. Oakmoss accents vary from mossy naturalness to the impression of dry earth.
That's what we say Timeless flower-fir-pepper mixes that are a bit reminiscent of bitter medicine. Gloves and silk scarves are neatly stored in drawers lined with paper. See you at a garden party, dressed smartly, wearing high heels and holding a glass of vodka / tonic in hand.
Ingredients that are common in the scent color silver: Bergamot, Cistus labdanum, Oakmoss, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-valley, Musk, Rose oil from Bulgaria, Patchouli, Tonka bean.
Classic silver fragrances: "Mitsouko" from Guerlain. "Chance" from Chanel.
New silver fragrances: "Idyll" Guerlain (with jasmine, lily of the valley, musk and patchouli). "Zen Concentrated" Shiseido (with bergamot, musk, patchouli, rose, vanilla and frankincense). "Sublime Balkiss" from The Different Company (with bergamot, patchouli, rose and red berries). "Profumo Eau de Parfum" from Acqua di Parma (with bergamot, jasmine labdanum, patchouli and rose). "Hypnosis" of Lancôme (with bergamot, Cistus labdanum, patchouli, pepper and rose). "Life Threads: Platinum" from La Prairie (with Cistus Labdanum, Oakmoss, Iris, Jasmine, Cardamom, Patchouli and Rose).
