Best scents of the season
Roberto Caruso
What's your perfume personality?
The minimalist
Where: Dinner with the in-laws. You’re sure to get compliments from even the harshest critics.
What: A classic floral scent with a bold rose blend at the heart. Idylle, $80 (50 mL), guerlain.com.
The homebody
Where: Snuggling up by the fireplace. Perfect when it’s just the two of you.
What: An ultra-calming mix of amber, incense and cedar wood. Givenchy Very Irrésistible Winter Cedar Wood, $84 (50 mL), thebay.com.
The hotshot
Where: In the boardroom. Your boss won’t be able to resist throwing in a Christmas bonus.
What: A sensual fragrance built on vanilla, citrus and woody notes. Eau Claire des Merveilles, $130 (100 mL), hermes.com.
The nature-lover
Where: Skiing, browsing for a Christmas tree or anywhere outdoorsy.
What: A fruity scent that’s just as relaxing as lavender but twice as fun to wear. Orange Sunset, $90 (75 mL), hugoboss.com.
The fashionista
Where: A black-tie dinner. Accessorize your LBD with this glam perfume.
What: A blend of pink peppercorns, tanka beans and sandalwood creates the season’s It fragrance. Chloé Collect’or, $100 (50 mL), holtrenfrew.com.
From girlie girl to party pro...
The Optimist
Where: Christmas morning. One spritz is all that you need to awaken your senses.
What: A fresh fragrance that’s sure to put a smile on your face even on the coldest winter days. Éclat D’Arpège, $95 (50 mL), lanvin.com.
The girlie girl
Where: Romantic dinner. There’s no need for dessert when you smell this sweet.
What: A floral
fragrance in a tulleadorned
bottle — the
ultimate flirty scent.
Flowerbomb, $125
(50 mL), viktor-rolf.com.
The party pro
Where: Holiday work cocktails. You’ll be the topic of conversation at the office the next day (in a good way).
What: A spicy fragrance that lingers deliciously all night long. Sensuous Noir, $70 (50 mL), esteelauder.ca.
The kid at heart
Where: Holiday shopping. Embrace your playful side and stay energized when running errands.
What: A refreshing
and uplifting scent that
combines citrus and
berries with warm amber.
Nina Ricci L’Elixir,
$78 (50 mL) .
The Trendsetter
Where: New Year’s Eve. A big bash is the perfect event to show off this addictive fragrance.
What: A perfectly sweet
scent with stamina
that just keeps gaining
momentum.
Oriens, $145 (50 mL),
vancleef-arpels.com.
...and from free spirit to night owl
The Jet-setter
Where: Anywhere and everywhere.
What: A holiday fragrance made from a classic blend of citrus, floral and musk that’s a hit no matter where you go. Sisley Eau du Soir, $310 (100 mL), holtrenfrew.com.
The socialite
Where: Where else? Anywhere you’re on the VIP list.
What: A glamorous and truly unforgettable sweet blend of patchouli and cocoa. Thierry Mugler Angel, $132 (50 mL), thebay.com.
The free spirit
Where: On a long car ride where you’ll be daydreaming of home.
What: A sensual and delicious combination of baked apple, cinnamon and cedar. Burberry Brit, $109 (100 mL), thebay.com.
The big-city girl
Where: Gallery hopping. A spritz in the morning keeps you going until dusk.
What: A sexy floral-based fragrance that suits the liveliness of a big city. Eau de Parfum Intense, $140 (100 mL), narcisorodriguez.com.
The night owl
Where: Dining and dancing. Paired with your slinkiest dress for a night of festive fun.
What: An alluring blend of floral and amber in an irresistibly seductive scent. Noir Absolu, $110 (50 mL), isseymiyake.com.
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