Annie Messeri

Doing research online is a great idea. But, if you are not sure what scents (smells) you like, it is a good idea to try perfumes in a store. Prices may be higher than online, however, you can go home and order the perfume you like. Consider the occasion. When are you going to wear the perfume? You may not want to wear the same perfume going out with your friends as when you go for Sunday dinner with your family.

There is a flipside to everything including men’s fragrances. I know many men like to wear masculine, musky colognes. That’s great. But, there is a time and place for musky colognes. Musky fragrances are the best way to go on certain occasions. However, there are times when more subtle fragrances are better. Let’s find out more..

You simply can’t go wrong with a musky fragrance. If you have a fragrance collection packed with sweet or fresh smelling perfumes, it is time to add a musky fragrance or two. Musky fragrances are right for both men and women. More men’s fragrances are musky. That does not mean musky fragrances for women do not exist. They do. Hey, I know girls, many of you “borrow” your partner’s fragrance because you think it smells nice on you. Leading perfume brands have picked up on this and are producing an increasing number of musky fragrances for women.

Do you like sweet perfumes? I have noticed sweet perfumes are increasing in popularity. More of us than ever before are buying perfumes with sweet notes. Why is that? Perhaps it has something to do with the fact we perceive sweet-smelling perfumes as feminine and gentle. Personally, I also believe it has something to do with how we associate sweet smells with youth. Then we got the comfort factor - sweet smells are often very comforting. They are almost moorish.

Going on a night out with your girlfriends? There is nothing like a night out with your friends or the favourite man in your life. Not only do you want to have the best outfit. But, you also want the best beauty essentials including make-up and perfume. However, it is not always easy to match the occasion with the perfume. For instance, when you are out for the night with a man, you may want to go for something slightly more demure such as Coco Mademoiselle. That being said, if you are planning on a night of seduction, try Dior Pure Poison instead. It is one of the most seductive scents that I know.

Planning a special night out? If so, you have landed on the right page. Let us help you to navigate the jungle of men’s fragrances. Before we look at what I think are the best men’s fragrances for a night out, let me give you some general buying advice. It is always good to know what to look out for. Also, it is easy to make mistakes when buying a fragrance. I am happy to guide you in the right direction.

Choosing a perfume for someone else is challenging. Even with many years of experience in the industry, I often find choosing a perfume for someone is not easy. Because of my experience with fragrances, skincare and perfumes, my friends expect me to be an authority. I always do my best to guide them in the right direction when buying perfume for someone. Let me share my top 10 tips which are handy to know when you bu perfume as a gift.

Finding a men’s fragrance is never easy. Buying for yourself or the man in your life is often challenging. Just like ladies, men like a nice fragrance. What I have found recently, is that many men’s taste in perfume has changed. Men used to go for scents that almost overwhelmed you. These days, most men I speak to, are looking for more subtle scents and fragrances. They still want others to notice they are wearing a cologne, but they don’t want their fragrance to overpower others.

Wearing a good quality perfume is a must when you are a celebrity. Celebrity and perfume go hand in hand. Some celebrities even go on to launch their own perfumes. Carry on reading to find out what perfumes your favourite celebrity likes to wear. We are also taking a brief look at what celebs have launched their own signature scents.

Most of us are concerned about the environment. When we shop, we often think about the impact our purchases have on the environment and our health. That’s a good thing. To keep up with new buying trends, leading perfume brands are changing how they manufacture products and source their ingredients. Packaging also plays a role. More sustainable sources are used when producing paper materials for the beauty industry. As consumers, we have a vital role to play. Recycling materials correctly is important. Alternatively, you can also think about ways in which you can reuse materials. On this page, we are taking a closer look at the best environmentally friendly perfume brands. We also discover if there is such a thing as vegan perfumes.