Many women think that the more perfume bottles they have, the more joy it will bring to their lives. For me it is in smelling and connecting the pleasure of aromas. With this concept you don’t need to spend a hundred.
Let me share with you a few tips that have helped me understand my perfume tastes, learn about those scents, and most importantly, stay within my budget.
1. smell first – I always recommend my friends to try smelling a new fragrance first. The best part is that it is absolutely free. Just walk into any store and spray the perfume you want to try. Some stores will even provide samples that you can take home.
Focus on what the perfume evokes in you before making a decision about whether or not you like it. It is important that we understand our tastes, especially if we move outside of our comfort zone. Spraying perfume on a blotter is a low compromise that can later be thrown out if you don’t like the smell.
2. Don’t rush to buy – This is one of the biggest mistakes people make. Give yourself the opportunity to understand what your tastes are. That impulse purchase of perfume can leave you with a bottle of fragrance that you absolutely hate. If an expensive fragrance is not within your budget, then feel free to ask for a recommendation for something similar that is more affordable.
3. Take a look at the classics – this is not to say that you should break the budget by buying one of these. They can be quite expensive, even the reformulated ones. However, the impressive quality of a classic perfume is worth a look. Not everyone enjoys the classics, so don’t feel obligated if the scent isn’t what you prefer.
Niche perfumes can be very exciting, but they can also come with a high price tag. Many niche perfumes are nothing more than a classic idea in disguise. Smelling the classics will give you a more informed way of making a decision.
4. use your nose – do not limit your sense of smell only to perfume. Use your nose to smell the aromatic things around us. Such as coffee, tea, chocolate, spices and herbs to name a few. Training your nose to spot the difference in these scents will ultimately lead to better purchase selections.
5. buy samples – most stores sell samples of perfumes that are for sale. Nothing is more irritating than buying a bottle of perfume only to find out that you really don’t like using it and it just sits there unused.
If you’re just getting started with your perfume hobby, the most affordable approach is to start small and build your collection as your budget allows. Perfume doesn’t last forever, so having a few fragrances in your perfume wardrobe goes a long way.
