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The Best Perfume For A Wedding Day
A special day deserves the right fragrance, so what about choosing the best perfume for a wedding day?
Whether you are the bride or groom, finding the right scent will make the day more special and memorable, so we will look at both female and male scents.
A few years back, weddings seemed to be more of a summer season function due to having the best weather we could hope for.
It is the perfect backdrop for photos with the sun shining, the flowers in full bloom, and the wedding party wearing gorgeous summer dresses to compliment their suntan.
For those living and getting married in the UK, summer weather was often unpredictable, so brides-to-be would opt for the summer months, hoping the weather would be perfect for their important day.
Nowadays, weddings occur abroad and during the winter months, too, so finding the right scent for the right time of year and memorable occasion can be challenging.
The best perfume for a wedding day
First, we need a scent that makes a lasting impression and can re-create special memories each time it is worn.
Perfume, like music, has the beautiful ability to bring back memories and the wedding day for both the man and woman is to be forever treasured and remembered.
Secondly, we need a scent that lasts the whole day without the need to reapply. There are plenty of scents for such an occasion, whether for a male or female.
Depending on the time of year/season of the wedding, this will help narrow the selection accordingly.
Anyone who has ever attended a wedding knows it’s a hectic time surrounded by many family members, friends, and special guests. Everyone wants the day to run smoothly and be perfect for the bride and groom.
Wearing an overpowering scent for those around you will be noticeable and memorable, but for the wrong reasons.
The bride
The bride is the first person everyone looks at, so the guests will notice every tiny detail. From the hair and make-up to the beautiful dress she will be wearing.
Whilst perfume isn’t seen, the right fragrance will impact the groom and the guests.
As the bride walks down the aisle, those attending will notice her elegance and beauty as she walks past.
Depending on her chosen one, any scent she may be wearing could be significant or subtle.
Some may be led to believe that to have a fragrance that lasts for several hours or indeed all day, they need to wear one that has strong fragrance notes.
Wearing an overpowering scent will spoil your dress and first impression as a bride. We don’t need to wear a solid perfume to stand out and be noticed.
Having a subtle and elegant scent that softly lingers as you walk past your guests in the church will have heads turning just as much as your outfit, so choosing the most suitable one is essential.
The groom
It is just as crucial as the bride and groom at the wedding. While many eyes will be on the bride as the couple walks down the aisle, the groom will still have eyes watching him, and the perfect scent will be noticeable, too. There is something exquisite about a perfectly groomed male wearing a crisp new suit and having the most incredible scent lingering as they walk past. His bride will appreciate it just as much as their guests.
The season- things to consider
Are you getting married during the month of spring? Look for floral-based scents to bring the outside smells of fresh flowers and warm days to life with your perfume.
Possibly the most popular scents today are those that are so versatile and can be worn day or night, whatever the season.
If your wedding is held during summer, regardless of the country and the weather is forecast to be as hot, choosing a perfume where the base notes don’t react with the hot temperatures is essential.
One option, as discussed in a previous post, the best summer fragrance for women, is to opt for a body spray.
These will be much lighter than perfume and, therefore, will rest on the skin without the heat from the weather or your body heat reacting negatively.
Wearing the wrong scent during hot weather can make your choice of fragrance smell more extreme as the heat reacts.
If your wedding is planned to fall in the autumn, such fragrances can have deeper base notes and be more oriental and woody.
Choosing one that isn’t too heavy with such notes is still essential. When choosing the right heart and base notes, winter weddings can have a similar theme.
The skin is much more relaxed, so there is no risk of the scent reacting with body heat, and therefore, a wider choice of scents is available. Of course, many brides may not wish to wear any perfume or body fragrance.
Hair perfume is the perfect solution for those who are not perfume lovers. It allows you to still carry a scent without having it directly on your skin. Many women may want to have a different scent from what they would normally wear so that it feels more special to have a new scent.
Others will keep to their trusted favourite signature scent that everyone knows and recognizes.
Whatever a bride chooses, it has to be their own decision about what they wear or don’t.
Related article: hair perfume mist
Perfume samples
The wonderful thing about perfume is the chance to purchase and try samples. This is especially important for the big day.
As you will read in the same article, samples also make beautiful favours. While we can avoid buying clothing without trying it on, perfume is a personal item.
Many places may not accept exchanges or refunds once the packaging and bottle have been opened.
The most well-known perfume for a wedding day
As soon as we think about looking for a scent for a particular day, a few perfumes spring to mind.
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La Vie Est Belle Lancôme
La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme is a popular and wearable scent for many women. It can be worn all year round, making it a perfect choice for those who like fruity/flower scents.
Top notes: pear, blackcurrant
Heart notes: iris, jasmine, and orange blossom
Base notes: vanilla, praline, tonka bean and patchouli.
This 2018 perfume has a beautiful combination of scents that will linger for your special day with those around you.
Chanel no.5
Chanel No.5 is a timeless classic and fits perfectly as a wedding perfume.
Top notes: Ylang-Ylang, neroli, bergamot, aldehydes and peach
Heart notes: Jasmine, rose, iris, Lily-of-the-valley
Base notes: Sandalwood,vanilla, patchouli and vetiver
Savage by Dior
If the groom wishes to turn heads and be remembered for his fragrance, he can’t go wrong with Savage by Dior.
A fragrance launched in 2015 has a gorgeous combination of perfect notes to compliment his outfit.
Top notes: pepper and Calabrian bergamot
Heart notes: lavender, pink pepper, Sichuan pepper, patchouli, vetiver, geranium and elemi.
Base notes: : cedar, ambroxan and labdanum.
This scent honestly does scream masculinity on the first sniff. Its crisp and sharp note will complement any delicate flower notes that his bride is wearing. It is long-lasting, has a scent that has an impact, and is best sprayed lightly.
Jo Malone-unisex fragrances
Jo Malone is a trendy brand of fragrance that both men and women will have heard of or tried. The outstanding attribute of this brand is that Jo Malone perfumes are unisex fragrances with a beautiful balance of notes that suit either sex.
Why choose a unisex fragrance?
Some may say it’s the perfect solution when trying to find the right scent, not only for the bride but also that balances well with the groom’s choice of fragrance.
A unisex scent that both bride and groom can wear on their special day would seem to be the answer for those who struggle to find ‘matching scents’.
One that also saves money when out looking and purchasing a memorable perfume for such a special day. So, if we choose a Jo Malone scent, a brand with a relatively large selection, which one do we choose for the special day?
Peony & Blush Suede- Jo Malone
Launched in 2013, Peony & Bush Suede is a popular choice for both sexes.
Top notes: apple
Heart notes: peony – floral rose and honey with a subtle green aroma
Base notes: suede – complimenting this wonderfully simplistic bottle’s floral luxury and hints of sensual notes.
This popular scent is the epitome of charm and flirtatiousness. Finding the right scent is just as crucial for men.
Suppose you both choose to wear different fragrances. Select ones that complement one another, and try samples first if you prefer something new. At FM World, we have samples at your fingertips.
With over 150 choices, you can purchase and try as many as you wish before finding the perfect scent.
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