Perfumes are a very personal thing, but certain scents, such as the fresh, light ones and soft, feminine florals, tend to have a wider audience than others. This year’s winners have all these traits, plus a little citrusy twist.
Perfumes are a very personal thing, but certain scents, such as the fresh, light ones and soft, feminine florals, tend to have a wider audience than others. This year’s winners have all these traits, plus a little citrusy twist.
DEPARTMENT/ SPECIALITY STORE CATEGORY
WOMEN’S EDT/ EDP (FRESH)
● Readers’ Choice
1. Chanel No. 5 L’Eau Spray
You get a hint of the original No. 5 before the fragrance develops into a more modern soft floral with uplifting notes of lemon. Highly versatile, this would work whether you’re in the office or out on a dinner date.
● Editors’ Choice
2. Dior J’Adore Eau Lumiere EDT
Created as a sunnier version of the classic J’Adore, this opens with a strong hit of white florals and zesty blood orange before settling into a sweet, warm mix of Damascan rose and magnolia, with hints of lemony vanilla.
● Editors’ Choice
3. Calvin Klein ck2 EDT
Like its predecessor CK One, this scent is unisex and easy to wear. It has notes of mandarin and violet leaf as well as wasabi, which lends it an unexpected kick. It reminds us of the smell of wet earth – clean, watery and green.
WOMEN’S EDT/EDP (SOPHISTICATED)
● Readers’ Choice
4. Chloe Love Story EDT
Sensual and romantic, its headier notes of neroli and nasturcia are balanced by the citrusy ones of orange blossom and bergamot, so it doesn’t come off as cloyingly sweet.
● Editors’ Choice
5. Bulgari Le Gemme Imperiali Desiria EDP
Inspired by the manicured gardens of the Tang dynasty, this scent has notes of magnolia, rose and musk, evoking a blooming flower garden on a warm day. Use sparingly as it starts off strong and has an enveloping effect.
TEXT CHARMAINE LEE & RUTH CHEW
