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The Psychology of Scent

Understanding what fragrances communicate, how they affect perception, and why certain notes match certain situations

Chypre · Woody

Oakmoss

Evernia prunastri

Authority, grounded confidence, intellect. The backbone of classic chypre fragrances.

Authority Formal Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Gourmand · Oriental

Vanilla

Vanilla planifolia

Warmth, comfort, sensuality. The most universally appealing note in perfumery.

Warmth Versatile All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Citrus · Fresh

Bergamot

Citrus bergamia

Bright confidence, sophistication, approachability. The most refined citrus.

Confidence Business Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Oriental

Sandalwood

Santalum album

Quiet wisdom, meditation, understated luxury. The most contemplative wood.

Calming Versatile All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Animalic · Woody

Leather

Power, assertiveness, bold sophistication. Commands a room without raising its voice.

Power Formal Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Earthy

Vetiver

Chrysopogon zizanioides

Quiet confidence, grounded sophistication. The thinking person's woody note.

Confidence Business All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Floral

Rose

Rosa damascena / centifolia

Romance, elegance, timeless sophistication. Perfumery's most versatile flower.

Romance Versatile All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Oriental

Oud

Aquilaria malaccensis

Opulence, depth, transformative power. Perfumery's most prized and polarizing material.

Opulence Formal Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Powdery

Iris

Iris pallida / germanica

Refined elegance, intellectual beauty, patience. The connoisseur's floral note.

Elegance Formal Spring/Fall
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Earthy

Patchouli

Pogostemon cablin

Depth, individuality, artistic spirit. Far more sophisticated than its reputation suggests.

Creative Casual Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Indolic

Jasmine

Jasminum grandiflorum

Sensuality, confidence, magnetic presence. The nocturnal queen of flowers.

Sensuality Evening Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Oriental · Resinous

Amber

Warmth, sensuality, golden richness. The quintessential base note that wraps everything in luxury.

Warmth Versatile Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Citrus · Floral

Neroli

Citrus aurantium

Clean elegance, calm confidence, Mediterranean ease. Where citrus meets floral sophistication.

Calming Business Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Gourmand · Oriental

Tonka Bean

Dipteryx odorata

Cozy sophistication, approachable warmth. Vanilla's more complex, worldly cousin.

Approachability Casual Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Aromatic · Floral

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

Calm authority, clean discipline, timeless masculinity. The barbershop classic reinvented.

Calming Business Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Animalic · Base Note

Musk

Synthetic musks

Sensuality, magnetism, skin-like intimacy. The universal base note.

Sensuality Versatile All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Aromatic

Cedarwood

Cedrus atlantica

Stability, quiet strength, natural confidence. The cornerstone woody note.

Confidence Versatile All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Tropical

Ylang-Ylang

Cananga odorata

Exotic sensuality, boldness, tropical warmth. The narcotic floral.

Sensuality Evening Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Spicy · Fresh

Ginger

Zingiber officinale

Vitality, sharpness, modern energy. Spicy freshness with bite.

Energy Casual Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Resinous · Spiritual

Frankincense

Boswellia sacra

Contemplation, spirituality, depth. Sacred smoke and meditation.

Contemplative Artistic Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · White Floral

Tuberose

Polianthes tuberosa

Unapologetic femininity, night-blooming sensuality. The boldest white floral.

Bold Evening Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Citrus · Fresh

Grapefruit

Citrus paradisi

Clean energy, optimistic sharpness, modern freshness. Bitter-sweet vitality.

Energy Casual Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Spicy · Fresh

Pink Pepper

Schinus molle

Contemporary edge, subtle spice, approachable warmth. Modern sophistication.

Modern Business All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Aromatic · Warm

Tobacco

Nicotiana tabacum

Masculine sophistication, vintage glamour, cozy warmth. Library and leather chairs.

Sophistication Evening Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Resinous · Balsamic

Benzoin

Styrax benzoin

Comforting warmth, sweet depth, embracing softness. Vanilla's sophisticated cousin.

Comfort Versatile Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Citrus · Fresh

Lemon

Citrus limon

Sharp focus, energetic clarity, clean efficiency. The most straightforward citrus.

Clarity Business Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Citrus · Aromatic

Yuzu

Citrus junos

Sophisticated complexity, modern elegance. Citrus for connoisseurs.

Sophistication Versatile Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Citrus · Fresh

Mandarin

Citrus reticulata

Gentle warmth, approachable optimism. The friendliest citrus note.

Approachability Casual Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Citrus · Aromatic

Petitgrain

Citrus aurantium

Bitter sophistication, intellectual refinement. Green, grown-up citrus.

Refinement Business Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Citrus

Orange Blossom

Citrus aurantium

Innocent sensuality, bridal elegance. Pure white floral radiance.

Purity Evening Spring
Intensity
Longevity
Spice · Aromatic

Black Pepper

Piper nigrum

Sharp confidence, masculine edge. Dynamic energy with bite.

Confidence Business All Seasons
Intensity
Longevity
Spice · Aromatic

Cardamom

Elettaria cardamomum

Exotic warmth, intellectual spice. Nordic meets Middle Eastern.

Exotic Versatile Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Spice · Aromatic

Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Fresh spice, green warmth. Herbal sophistication with citrus edge.

Fresh Casual Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Spice · Gourmand

Cinnamon

Cinnamomum verum

Warm comfort, holiday nostalgia. Sweet spice and cozy embrace.

Warmth Casual Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Spice · Oriental

Clove

Syzygium aromaticum

Intense warmth, vintage elegance. Medicinal sophistication and depth.

Intense Evening Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · White Floral

Gardenia

Gardenia jasminoides

Creamy elegance, Southern luxury. Lush, indulgent femininity.

Luxury Evening Spring/Summer
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Fresh

Peony

Paeonia

Soft romance, gentle beauty. Watercolor femininity and grace.

Romance Casual Spring
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Powdery

Mimosa

Acacia dealbata

Sunny warmth, vintage powder. French sophistication meets spring sunshine.

Sunshine Versatile Spring
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Spicy

Carnation

Dianthus caryophyllus

Spiced elegance, vintage masculinity. Old-world refinement with clove edge.

Elegance Formal Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Floral · Powdery

Violet

Viola odorata

Nostalgic elegance, literary romance. Powdery sophistication and mystery.

Nostalgia Formal Spring/Fall
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Aromatic

Pine

Pinus

Crisp forests, Nordic clarity. Winter freshness and natural vigor.

Fresh Casual Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Aromatic

Cypress

Cupressus

Meditative calm, Mediterranean stone. Somber elegance and quiet depth.

Contemplative Artistic Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Woody · Smoky

Guaiac Wood

Bulnesia sarmientoi

Smoky sophistication, medicinal depth. Masculine warmth with mystery.

Mysterious Evening Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Gourmand · Aromatic

Coffee

Coffea

Intellectual energy, urban sophistication. Morning ritual and creative fuel.

Energy Casual Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
Resinous · Oriental

Myrrh

Commiphora myrrha

Sacred depth, meditative warmth. Ancient wisdom and contemplative power.

Spiritual Artistic Fall/Winter
Intensity
Longevity
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