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The best finishing touch.
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But what actually makes a luxury fragranceluxury?
According toFrank Voelkl, a Principal Perfumer at Firmenich, the answer isnt so black and white.
Really, any scent that has richness and depth to it.
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Plus, the sleek bottle is refillable and customizable perfect if you’re shopping fora beauty gift.
As for the performance, we had no issues with it.
5 comes to mind.
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Its floral and aldehydic (think a bit soapy) with a touch of warmth to soften the finish.
And of course, the chic, neutral bottle with the iconic Chanel logo is a total bonus.
Upon the initial spritz, we found that it had an alcohol-forward scent.
It also features an iris note for a dose of powdery florals that give it a feminine twist.
Its complex yet comforting and familiar.
We recommend applying this one straight to your skin to avoid ruining your clothes.
Not to mention,its available in five sizes.
Overall, its afantastic choice for anyone whos looking for a tropical, beachy fragrance thats sophisticated and multi-dimensional.
I am a gardener/plant lady, so Ilovedthe scent.
We also think its suitable for day or night.
It performed beautifully during our test without staining, creating residue, or fading fast.
Theres also an ambery quality to it, which providesjust the right amount of sweetness and warmth.
Its elegant, feminine, and fun, making itsuitable for a wide range of age groups.
We were impressed by how well it performed across our tests.
We used our skin, hair samples, and paper and fabric strips to assess these attributes.
I say to start by looking at brands that you relate to, says Voelkl.
At the end of the day, its important to ensure that it makes you feel good.
If youre looking for inspiration for your next perfume purchase, take a look at whats trending.
More and more brands are creating these genderful fragrances that can be enjoyed by all.
Shes been using and testing fragrances for years, and shes tried most options on this list for herself.
Alyssa has been a writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty.
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