Traditional wisdom in the world of fragrances dictates that scents are classified according to the seasons. You choose light and fresh perfumes in spring and summer, and switch to heavier perfumes when the weather turns for fall and winter. Florals and fruits are only suitable when the sun is out, while spices and exotic aromatics should be saved for colder weather.
Contrary to popular belief, though, you can wear “spring” or “summer” fragrances year-round, if you want to. Nothing beats surrounding yourself in the smell of citruses and fresh greens, bringing vivid mental images of warmer days to combat the doldrums brought on by the cold. Here are a few tips on how you can do just that:
Choose your fragrance carefully
In the wide world of scents, you’ll find combinations of elements that are as vibrant and sparkling as a summer day, tempered by sensuous accords. Mancera Cedrat Boise is such a fragrance–it opens with Sicilian lemon, bergamot, and blackcurrant, given fire by cold spices. The heart is similarly fresh, composed of water jasmine and patchouli leaves. On the drydown, though, Mancera Cedrat Boise transforms. The cedar, sandalwood, and leather notes are warming, while the vanilla and white musk accords provide comfort. The beauty of the scent is in this duality, making it perfectly acceptable to wear even when the temperature drops.
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Pick a more intense version of your favorite
Colder temperatures tend to weaken your favorite fragrance’s notes. This affects its longevity and scent trail.
What you can do to remedy this is to switch to a deeper version. Fragrances usually have two: Eau de Toilette and Eau de Parfum. In fall and winter, you’ll want to reach for the richer, more concentrated Eau de Parfum.
Mancera offers an Intense version of Cedrat Boise, aptly named Intense Cedrat Boise. It’s still everything you love about the original, just stronger–and infinitely sexier. Though marketed towards men, women can also appreciate the additions to this Extrait de Parfum, which include Cambodian oud, ambergris, and oak moss. Being an Extrait de Parfum, Intense Cedrat Boise should have between 20% to 40% oil concentration. It’ll last longer and leave an unforgettable scent trail that will surely make heads turn.
Layer wisely
Alternatively, you may want to layer your favorite spring/summer fragrance with another to create a unique blend that suits the season. If the scent is floral or fruit heavy, try combining it with something that is woodier, spicier, and more aromatic. This, too, helps with longevity.
You don’t have to only layer perfumes, either. You can amplify and prolong your scent when you use a heavy body lotion or cream that complements it. You’ll also benefit from the moisture that these products provide your skin.
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