'I'm a beauty writer. Here's a cheat sheet on exactly how to match your fragrance to 6 distinct moods.'

I’m very much that girl who walks into Myer and makes a beeline to the fragrance section.  

I also make sure that when I leave, I have at least three different perfume tester strips with me, so the evaluation of my next perfume purchase is a highly investigated one! I’m still on the search for more ~signature scents~ to add to my fragrance wardrobe so I've got a few options when I'm going for different vibes, but I digress. 

This article is all about the deep-dive into fragrance-pairing according to your mood. 

How good is it when you spritz perfume onto your wrists, behind your ears, inner elbow, neck, clothes — the spots of your own preference — and it just instantly aligns to whatever vibe or feeling you’re going for? 

Whenever I want to emanate confidence, I gravitate toward something that smells vibrant, sweet, yet clean. A fragrance with heart notes of Jasmine usually does the trick. 

In my case, it took a LOT of analysing (and perfume tester strips!) to figure out which fragrances would perfectly fit a certain vibe. But in your case, by the time you finish reading this article, the aim is that you’ll be clued in on exactly how to match your fragrance to 6 distinct moods: mysterious, romantic, spontaneous, sophisticated, expressive and adventurous. 

For mysterious vibes: Paco Rabanne FAME EDP, $162.

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Picture this: slow jazz music is playing in the background as you walk into a warmly lit restaurant in what feels like slow motion, and you hear the whispers of the well-dressed patrons asking each other, “who is she?”. They’re shook. They’re obsessed. 

To match that vibe and even create that mood, add an air of intrigue with rich and spicy notes of vanilla, amber and incense. FAME, the covetable new women's perfume by Paco Rabanne will do just that. With its warm and sultry amber notes, it’s enigmatic and enticing and will help you embrace your mysterious side to leave a long-lasting impression.

For romantic vibes: Jo Malone London English Pear & Freesia Cologne, $229.

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You know how in that one episode on Bridgerton when Anthony inhales Kate Sharma’s perfume as she passes by, and he literally falls deeper in love with her? Ugh. Swoon. Kate Sharma was wearing a floral fragrance — the perfect kind for romantics. 

Floral scents can be light, fresh and have the distinct complexity as a bouquet of flowers. So, the perfect way to add a touch of passion and sensuality to this mood is by opting for something with fresh and alluring notes. 

I recommend reaching for Jo Malone London’s English Pear & Freesia Fragrance. Ripe fruits wrapped in a bouquet of freesias, mellowed by amber and woods, will deepen desire and allow you to create your very own love story. 

For spontaneous vibes: Versace Fragrance Dylan Turquoise EDT, $129.

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Do you have the feminine urge to randomly pack everything up, move to a cute little town in Italy, work at a small bookstore, arrange fresh flowers in the day, make pasta in the evenings, and ride your Vespa on the weekends? 

Same. 

I’m a big believer that no two days should be the same, and we should take any chance to switch up our usual day-to-day. If you’re in a spontaneous mood, the zesty fruits, vibrant florals and exotic pepper notes of Versace Dylan Turquoise will encourage you to live life more carefree. 

For sophisticated vibes: Tom Ford Oud Wood EDP, $233.

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Power suit is on. Red lipstick swiped. Hair slicked back. 

This is one of my favourite vibes because it has me feeling like I’ve got my sh*t together. My bedroom might be messy, but at least I look, feel and smell sophisticated. 

Spritzing Tom Ford Oud Wood will add an air of sophistication to your character with its warm woods, spices and herbal notes. The spice fragrance is a perfect mix of both sweet and spicy; it’s sultry and often has an element of surprise to it. A complex blend that declares a refined sense of confidence that will follow you throughout each chapter of your day.

For expressive vibes: Giorgio Armani My Way EDP, $110.

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We all express ourselves in different ways, some through fashion, some through makeup and many through perfume. Giorgio Armani’s My Way fragrances perfectly encapsulate this mood. A scent of discoveries and connections for those ready to broaden their horizons and live meaningful encounters around the world. The bright floral bouquets and sensual vanilla notes will have you ready to express yourself and find inspiration in every moment. 

For adventurous vibes: Marc Jacobs Daisy Ever So Fresh EDP, $90.

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Every spritz of Daisy Ever So Fresh by Marc Jacobs sparkles with a sunny vibrant energy.

It's a fragrance that excites the senses with juicy citrus notes. It captures that whimsical feeling of dappled sunshine, and will help you become the main character in your own adventure-filled story. 

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