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Fragrances intended for night-time usage are very deep, loud, sultry and heavy. The lack of humidity & the fall in temperature makes such perfumes project, revealing notes otherwise impossible to notice in day-time. 

Night

Fragrances intended for day-time usage tend to be light, fresh and airy. The warmth of day paired with the aura of the sun aids in opening up each individual note. Creating a distinctive atmosphere around the wearer.

Known for their sweet, powdery & musky smell, floral notes are the most diverse of them all. Since each scent from this class is varied & specific, it is quite impossible for one person to like all types of floral notes. They are unique & directly represent your tastes.

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Infused with a tangy accent, citrusy perfumes are a lively & energetic bunch. No matter what perfume you prefer, everyone could use some sparkling notes of lemon, orange & grapefruit. Being extremely refined & high faceted, citrus is the best note to make your close surroundings feel fresh.

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citrus

Sweet perfumes are self-evident, and dominate a king's share of the olfactory spectrum. These fragrances, largely built on vanilla, are reminiscent of foody smells, specifically sweets and desserts; ranging from the simpler chocolate, fresh cream and caramel smells to complex or more exotic recipes such as macaroons, crème brulée, the ever popular cupcakes and chewy nougat.

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sweet

Warm, sensual & tenaciously powerful animal notes are an important part of the world of perfumery. These notes produce fragrances that are mysterious and strong. People who use animal perfumes are believed to have a strong and prominent mindset. It represents their boldness and sensual nature.

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Woody perfumes are often unisex as they appeal to both men and women, so it is no surprise that woody notes are also widely popular. This type of note is very versatile, a classic and sophisticated scent that is easy to wear all day and when blended to perfection can be very long-lasting, aromatic and elegant.

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The powdery fragrance is reminiscent of talc powder, lipstick and vintage cosmetics. Moreover, the origin of this olfactory sub-family comes directly from rice powder. It is one of the oldest beauty secrets in the world. This type of powder is usually obtained from ground grains of rice, comes from Asia and was highly prized by geishas.

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As perfumer Alienor Massenet explains, ‘Amber notes are warm, and can evoke liquor. But above all, they give depth and sexiness to a fragrance…’  Such notes have an animalic quality, and is warm, a little powdery – and decidedly erotic.

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amber

Vanilla has a creamy, warm, comforting, yet also slightly exotic scent. It’s a gourmand, intertwined with baking and food flavoring, but a good vanilla perfume has more complexity than a simple sugar-cookie or vanilla ice cream type smell. Scientific research has also shown it’s a calming and universally pleasant scent. 

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vanilla

Being the flagship tropical note - Coconut is honestly just one of those fragrance notes that instantly creates a refreshing atmosphere, thanks to its naturally light and breezy notes. Coconut gives freshness, creamy and sweet tone, soft texture with a very exotic and juicy undertone.

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coconut

A musky smell might make you close your eyes and smile, or it might make you leave a room. Either way, it's a very strong and sweet odor that's hard to ignore. Musk is a scent that deer secrete to convince a mate to cuddle with them, and so a musky odor often does the same for humans.

Francesca Bianchi Sex and the Sea Neroli