It’s true what they say about scents being able to capture a moment in time, so when it comes to your wedding perfume, it’s understandable to deliberate over a fragrance that feels perfect and personal to you and your wedding, so that every time it’s spritzed, you’re transported back to one of the best days of your life.
That said, it can feel like a tall order and a pretty daunting task. So instead of raking the aisles of the beauty halls to spritz every fragrance out there, we’ve whittled down an edit of beautiful scents to suit every type of bride. If you can identify the mood and feel you want for the day (whether it’s romantic, beachy, minimal or glam) you’re one step closer to landing on a scent that can sum it up.
Here’s we’ve picked out a wedding perfume for every bride…
Romantic
Chanel fragrances are iconic and a safe bet for brides, but if you want a fragrance that’s slightly more under the radar than No.5, Coco, Coco Mademoiselle and Chance, we’d recommend Allure, which like it’s name suggests is beautifully captivating and romantic. It’s clean, sheer, warm and sexy all at the same time. The notes marry so perfectly together that there’s not one headliner that’s easy to detect, instead mandarin, rose, vanilla, peony, vetiver and cedar combine to leave a dreamy trail.
Classic
Jo Malone’s fragrances are a favourite among brides. But perhaps their most popular scent is Peony & Blush suede which creates the softest veil of delicate florals. It’s tender and distinctive without feeling too heavy, plus it’s fresh, uplifting and feminine. A classic choice for brides.
Modern
If you know you know. Baccarat Rouge has its own fan following and modern brides who are checked in to the top-hyped perfumes will already be in on the open secret. With notes of saffron, jasmine, amberwood and cedar it has a unique soft candyfloss scent that still feels grown-up and elegant.
Minimal
If you’re looking for a minimal scent, Blanche (or “white”) is a total blank space to layer memories on top of. With a cosy-clean scent of fresh, warm linen it’s comforting, uplifting and cool in equal measure without being in the least bit shouty.
Cool
An insider brand with a cool-girl following, Juliette Has A Gun already has kudos, but the pretty Sunny Side Up scent is exactly the sort of mood-boost that’s the perfect backdrop for the happiest day of your life. With notes of vanilla, coconut milk, sandalwood and iso E it’s delicious, warm, welcoming and easy company.
Fresh
If your ideal wedding destination is a Tuscan vineyard, Amalfi clifftop or a cobbled courtyard somewhere in the sunshine, this is the scent for you. It’s a zesty green citrus with lime, cardamom, green tea, coriander and rose. Forget cleaning products this smells like real lemons surrounded by lush greenery.
Boho
Want something a little earthy, the fig and faint soil notes in Philosykos smell beautifully natural, like days spent barefoot in the garden. Wholesome, happy and the perfect scent to postcard bohemian weddings.
Bronzy
This smells like suncream in the sunshine only a little bit more glam. Rather than beach and bikinis this smells like sunset evenings, dressed up with your makeup on and your shoulders out, heading off for a romantic meal. She’s pretty and fancy.
Glam
This is sweet and floral, but bold and confident at the same time. Dubbed a modern classic it’s a glamorous option for a whole new generation, like the Chanel No5 of millennials and Gen Z. With lavender, mandarin, blackcurrant, orange blossom, vanilla, musk and cedar, it’s a difficult scent to pin down, itself think of it more like a gorgeous, seductive aura.
Beachy
If you want something that’s more breezy and informal, Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist might be exactly what you’re looking for, the iconic scent from the brand’s best-selling Bum Bum cream, it’s fun, it’s cheeky, it’s warm and it’s beachy with notes of caramel, vanilla, salt and sandalwood.
Retro
They don’t make them like this any more. If you want a scent that harks back to the golden era of perfumery, but still feels relevant and beautiful today, Guerlain’s Shalimar is timeless. A delicately incensed powder-bomb of vanilla and spice, the scent was first composed in 1925. But it’s seen revivals in it’s popularity in the ‘60s, ’90s and it’s still a smart insider choice for today if you want a perfume that’s charming, nostalgic and gorgeous.
Statement
If the party don’t start ‘til you walk in, you’ll want a scent that can keep up and make an entrance. Look no further than oud. It’s confident, it’s sensual, but it’s captivating, too. Deep, warm and spicy with notes of saffron, amber, rose, sandalwood, incense and of course, oud, this is a very sexy rendition.
Soft
The alcohol has been removed from this perfume so rather than waiting a few minutes for it to dry down, you can skip straight to creamy white florals that smell as soft as the petals they’re made from. Enjoy a gentle blend of neroli, jasmine, magnolia, honeysuckle and rose.
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