I have a theory that anyone who’s really into fashion is also secretly really into fragrance. If you care enough about the texture of your linen or the cut of your blazer, you probably also have opinions about what sandalwood note feels more “evening” versus “editorial.” I’ve never been the kind of person who wears just one signature scent—I have a few go-tos I rotate through based on how I want to feel and, more importantly, how I want to look. That pairing between what I’m wearing and what I’m spritzing has become its own little ritual.
Lately, I’ve started noticing just how often I choose a fragrance based on what I have on. There are perfumes I won’t wear with a breezy summer dress, because they feel too moody. Or looks I save for sharper scents that almost act like accessories. Below, I’m walking you through some of the exact outfits and perfumes I’ve worn recently and why they work so well together. Think of it like styling—but for your aura.
When I show my friends this perfume, they always say, “Oh, that smells like you.” It was introduced to me by the Parfums de Marly team as a unisex fragrance, and it was love at first sniff. To me, this is the scent that perfectly combines the traditionally feminine and the traditionally masculine. It has musk at its base and lightness that comes from orange blossoms on top, and I can’t think of a more appealing combination.
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Short Sleeve Crochet Cardigan
