Using Fragrance as an Accessory

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When you think of an accessory, what is the first item that pops into your head? Most likely, the image will be that of a piece of jewelry or a purse; if so, you might be missing one of the most important accessories a woman can wear…fragrance.

As a matter of fact, fragrance just might be the most important accessory because it has the power to leave an impact long after the wearer is gone. The simple act of smelling a certain scent can jog a memory as far back as childhood for some people. Now what other accessory can do that?

So, just as you create a wardrobe of clothes, shoes, and jewelry, you should also create a wardrobe of fragrance. There are, however, so many different scents to choose from that finding the right one can become overwhelming. Here’s a little tip, though – To make the task much easier, know what genre of scent you like before you go shopping, and don’t be afraid to ask the salesperson for help. For instance, do you like citrus, musk, or floral scents? Each genre will have the right fragrance to fit every occasion and mood. You should also keep in mind that building a fragrance wardrobe takes time and effort.

Treat your fragrances as you would a new pair of shoes…try them on and walk around for a few minutes. If they feel good, buy them!! I can even go so far as to suggest that certain scents mesh better with certain colors than others. For instance, when you catch a whiff of lavender you probably envision the color purple. Look below at Pantone’s fall/winter color trends. What scents come to your mind?

• “American Beauty” begs for a mix of pomegranate, berry, and spice, while “Purple Heart” would fit perfectly with a mix of lavender, clove, and sweet pea.
• “Honey Yellow” looks like it should have a vanilla, almond, and pumpkin mix and “Iron” should have manly scents behind it like patchouli, licorice, and musk.
• “Burnt Sienna” might be a mix of nutmeg, cinnamon, and honey, while “nomad” evokes soft scents like coconut, vanilla and jasmine. Mmmm. I think that mixture is my favorite so far!
• “Rapture Rose” would definitely require a floral scent like Victorian rose, sweet pea, and gardenia.
• “Warm Olive” fits perfectly with citrusy and fruity scents like fig, lime, and pineapple, while “Majolica Blue” is a manly color that screams of rain, musk, and eucalyptus.
• Finally, “Crème Brulee” is perfect for the scents of vanilla, almond, and coffee.

It is unbelievable how many ways fragrance can be used and how it affects our lives. Use it to its fullest potential. Have fun with it in every aspect of your life!

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