A signature scent is a fragrance that truly defines you. Like all good beauty routines, it may take time to figure out, but should be deeply personal and never get old. Finding “the one” can be daunting, but understanding the olfactive families is a helpful way to classify how a perfume smells rather than what it contains. We’ve outlined each fragrance family to help you find your signature scent. Whether you’re looking to stand out, or find something discreet, we’ve got the perfect place to start.

FLORAL

Perhaps the largest fragrance category, and used as the heart of many fragrance creations, floral fragrances are soft, feminine, and powdery. As the name suggests, many blends will smell like fresh-cut bouquets of your favourite flowers, from Lily-of-the-Valley, to Freesia, and Rose. You’ll find that its use is quite diverse and ranges in intensity, some being predominantly floral, while others will be warmed with spice or lightened with fruits and other families. If you love fragrances reminiscent of natural gardens and Spring days, this scent family is the perfect place to start.

WARM & SWEET

This range is one for the bold. Some of the fragrance world’s most captivating creations fall under this multifaceted category made up of unique blends. These perfumes are all about stirring your appetite with addictive, mouth-watering notes like sweet vanilla, chocolate and burnt sugar, which, when paired with muskier, spicier rich notes, the fragrance transforms to create the perfect balance that’s both captivating and warm. Opt for this scent family if you are looking to stand out.

WOODY

You’ll find that with this rich scent family, a little goes a long way as wood notes will strengthen the scent’s lifetime. One of the most popular woody fragrances in the Middle East is Oud, known for its enticing smoky, aromatic and deep scent. Its richness is the perfect base for layering additional notes, making it the ultimate choice for creating unique blends, whether it be softening the scent with florals or citrus, or deepening with other woody scents. Try this fragrance family if you love a mysteriously captivating scent with depth, and gravitate towards earthy, harmonious perfumes that are remindful of enchanting forests.

FRESH

As its name suggests, the fresh scent family is made up of bright, refreshing scents, oftentimes with luxurious blends of citrus, herbs and oceanic tones.. This olfactive family will range in intensity, but will have you feeling full of energy from vibrant notes like mandarin, grapefruit, and bergamot. Its uplifting spirit makes it easy to wear day-to-night and ideal for warmer months. If you’re looking to awaken your senses and love aromatic scents reminiscent of herbs, citrus and salty breeze - this is the perfect family for you.