Heaven Scent
Heaven Scent Memories
One of my best memories from my wedding, aside from The Dress, was the perfume I wore. For all the special events in my life including trips around the world, I like to wear a new fragrance for the first time. The selection would either be a recent add to my designer collection or something I picked up from the hotel boutique. This way the scent is attached to my memory of the event or place. This works incredibly well because when I smell each fragrance, I am instantly transported to that special time, making the perfume even more treasured to me. (Swoon)
Let’s review the different types of fragrances, ranging from Parfum (the most intense concentration) to Eau Fraiche (least concentration). The composition of each type varies in percentage of oils to alcohol and water ratio. Parfums have a higher fragrance oil of 20-30% and therefore are more long lasting, 12+ hours! Eau Fraiche and splash fragrances have under 3% fragrance oil and last about 1-3 hours. Each type serves its fabulous purpose. Sometimes we like a lighter scent that is not too overpowering, and sometimes we need something to last through the entire night into the next day.
When shopping for your next new scent there a few points to keep in mind. There are 4 different types each fragrance originates – Floral, Oriental, Woody, Fresh. Each type will melt into the other based on the notes the fragrance holds. Each perfume has a top note, heart note, and base note. The top note is the opening fragrance smelled immediately after applying. The freshness and light floral aspects are witnessed at this point. The heart or middle notes become intense after 30 minutes; this is where heavier floral levels peak. It is the main body of the fragrance and last longer than the top notes. The base note is where skin chemistry is involved, the bolder components of the scent are intensified on the skin. This is the full body of the fragrance and what is left to remember the most.
It is so much fun to pick up a new perfume while on a trip especially at specialty boutiques or gift shops. Those fragrances are one of a kind and you cannot restock a new one unless you take that trip again! More vacations are necessary! This trick really makes each perfume heaven scent!
Valentina Assoluto by Valentino instantly takes me back to my wedding day. I am swiftly reminded of that perfect moment I was in my gorgeous Wedding Dress San Jose and about to walk down the isle with the love of my life. It will always be one of my favorites and best way to travel to that sweet memory. Comment below your favorite perfume and what memories are attached.