How to Pick a Fragrance to Suit the Occasion

For many of us, it has been over a year since we last went ‘out out’. With the regional restrictions and national lockdowns of the Covid-19 pandemic preventing us from gathering with friends and family, dining out and partying the night away, there has been little to get ready for. With an end in sight, however, and lockdown restrictions easing, it’s time to dust off the glad rags and spritz your favourite scent, but how do you pick the perfect fragrance to suit the occasion? 

It will be challenging enough finding the right outfit for the occasion after months of loungewear and exercise gear, but your choice of fragrance is also important to create the right overall aura you are looking for.  Too overpowering for the occasion and you’ll stand out for the wrong reasons, but too underwhelming and you’ll get lost in the crowd (what’s one of those?!). 

We’ve presented some top tips below to help you find the right fragrance to suit the occasion, whatever you are looking forward to most in the coming months: 

Fragrances for Romantic Dinners 

Dinner for two during lockdown might have been a takeaway in front of the TV, but with the prospect of outdoor and indoor dining at your favourite restaurants and bars on the horizon, it’s time to get ready for romantic dinners. Seductive, warm and oriental scents are on the menu, so look for fragrances that include woody notes, vanilla, musk and spices. 

Perfect for Him: 

Dolce & Gabbana K Eau de Parfum – an alluring fragrance combining citrus, spice and herbs on a woody base. Finished with a smoky seductiveness, this is the perfect accompaniment to your night out. Buy now and save 13%! 

Perfect for Her: 

Paco Rabanne Lady Million Fabulous Eau de Parfum – a lively and sensual fragrance that is ideal for after-dark encounters. Featuring notes of vanilla, jasmine and mandarin it is definitely the dessert at the end of your meal! Buy now and save 13%! 

Back to Work Scents 

With guidelines on working from home anticipated to change in the coming weeks and more employees expected to return to the workplace, it’s time to get your work fragrance sorted. As you’ll probably be spending a large portion of time at your place of work, it’s best to think of your work fragrance as your signature scent. If you’ve got a go-to fragrance or an old favourite, now’s the time to order some extra bottles. Or if you’re looking for a new work scent try something zingy and energetic. 

Perfect for Him: 

Coach For Men Blue Eau De Toilette – a fresh and clean fragrance that pops with an invigorating blend of zesty lime and grapefruit, on top of an earthy and masculine base. Ideal for days at the office or to inspire you on days working from home. Get the right fragrance to suit the occasion – buy now and save 13%! 

Perfect for Her:

Chloe Rose Tangerine Eau De Toilette – as the name suggests this is a citrusy, sunny scent that delivers effortless chic. The perfect bright, fresh fragrance to wear to the workplace. 

Wedding Fragrance 

Whilst it will be some time before large gatherings are back on the cards, small weddings and celebrations will be a good place to start. If you’re invited to a wedding, you’ll probably be wondering what to wear and what to spritz for the occasion after many months of informality. Soft, floral and fruity fragrances are a safe bet, particularly as you don’t want to risk upstaging the bride and groom.  

Perfect for Him: 

Ralph Lauren Polo Red Eau De Parfum – a seductive yet sophisticated scent that is perfect for formal occasions. It opens with zingy ginger, grapefruit and cranberry, before moving you into the lavender and clary sage centre and finally finishing up with a woody, musky crescendo. Buy now and save 13%!  

Perfect for Her: 

Jimmy Choo Floral Eau de Toilette – described as a fresh, refined and radiant scent – what more could you want when prepping for a wedding? Featuring top notes of sweet tangerine and nectarine which lead on to a floral centre, this is the ideal scent for celebrating as a wedding guest. Buy now and save 13%! 

Fitness Fragrance 

If you got the fitness bug during lockdown you might be desperate to develop your strength and stamina further once gyms and leisure facilities re-open. Just because you’re going to get all hot and sweaty, doesn’t mean you should leave off the fragrance. Zesty and minty scents are perfect for workouts, so choose wisely and you’ll feel energised and confident.   

Perfect for Him: 

Bvlgari Man Glacial Essence Eau De Parfum – powered by an icy freshness and dedicated to the power of natural elements, this is the ideal fragrance to help you keep your cool down at the gym. Combining zingy ginger with citrusy geranium and sweet orris root, this is the fragrance to help you push forward to greatness. Buy now and save 13%! 

Perfect for Her: 

Valentino Voce Viva Eau de Parfum – with a zesty mandarine and zingy ginger opening, this fragrance won’t let you down. It builds into a bouquet of white flowers to keep you feeling fresh and finishes with mellow vanilla to accompany your warm down. Buy now and save 13%! 

Find Fragrance to Suit the Occasion 

Whatever the occasion, we’ve got the fragrance for you at a great price! Shop online and save on all your old favourites and the latest scents. Better still, spread the cost into 4 weekly payments with Clearpay or 3-4 monthly installments with Openpay.  

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