The Olfactor

Will Andrews, fragrance expert and creator of some of today’s most coveted perfumes, delivers his top notes on scent selection

TEXT: KATE WEAVER-GIBBS

There are so many options out there. Where should we start when choosing a fragrance? The choice of brand is significant—its style and general attitude must be a good fit for your personality. You should also aspire to the brand, as this will make you feel special every time you reach for the bottle. How do I choose a scent? First, know the fragrance type that suits your skin best. You can find this out by sharing our favourite perfume with an in-store adviser. Then, explore other fragrances of the same type. It’s similar to liking a certain grape variety and trying wines from the same grape. What are the general scent categories? In order of increasing richness and complexity, it’s citrus, aromatic, floral, woody, chypre and oriental. There is…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, February 2016

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