Six Fragrance Types at a Glance


Updated 11/07/11 2:50 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 9 comments

Six Fragrance Types at a Glance

The big trend right now in fragrance is gourmand, or food-based aromas, according to perfume expert Mandy Aftel. So what does it all mean anyway? Are you a floral kind of gal or does chypre do it for you? In case you're uncertain, check out six of some of the more popular fragrance category definitions below. Then, impress your friends with your olfactory group knowledge about the "juice" — Read more

Definition: Fougère


Updated 11/07/11 2:50 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

Definition of Fougère

Fougère, which means "fern" in French, is a fragrance family including fresh, floral, herbaceous and woody/warm elements, typically blended with notes like: bergamot, oakmoss, lavender, coumarin (tonka bean), sandalwood, and geranium. While a fern doesn't have a distinctive smell per se, this particular fragrance classification implies a mossy green, forest-like aroma. Pronounced "foozh-air," Read more