When it comes to fragrances, women are head and shoulders above men in knowing what's right, whether it's keeping the home smelling good, the storage of clothes, or most importantly of all, themselves. Women will spend any period of time at the perfume counter, experimenting until they've narrowed it down to a top five before selecting the perfect scent. Whilst men like to smell good and usually select what they like, women like to smell sensual, basking in the glory of the power they behold over the opposite sex when complimented.
Sex wars aside, fragrances are similar to natural pheromones, attracting the opposite sex. Many studies have proven that ingredients like vanilla, amber, musk, lavender, and various spices like myrrh, are a particular favourite among men.
I have selected some top brands that include these vital ingredients, notes that will drive a man to his knees.
Lovely - Sarah Jessica Parker
This is Sarah Jessica Parker's first fragrance, and as a figurehead of style and fashion, it was only a matter of time before she created a signature scent that would reflect her sexy and elegant personality. Lovely is a discrete yet intimate scent, publicized as 'silky white amber'. Although modern, Lovely exudes elegance, a characteristic associated with the classic fragrances on the market. Soft citrusy notes of nectarine and bergamot open this fragrance, whilst woody notes of rosewood and a touch of lavender beat at its heart. Rounding this scent off, notes of apple martini, white daffodil and orchid blend with base notes of white amber, cedar, and white musk to set this off as a true man killer.
CK One Shock For Her
In 1994 Calvin Klein released their highly successful CK One, a unisex fragrance that sold like no other. CK One Shock isn't a unisex edition, instead oriental compositions are available for both sexes. You have CK One Shock For Her and CK One Shock For Him, both based on the original from 1994. Top notes of passionflower, pink peony and poppy open this fragrance with a fresh kiss. Its middle notes (heart) are a mix of jasmine, narcissus, blackberry and dark cocoa, whilst the base is comprised of amber, vanilla, musk and patchouli.
Lolita Lempicka
This is an uncommon fragrance, but one sure to make a man's nostrils twitch. Created in 1997, this unique fragrance is based on liquorice, its wonderful aniseed tone matching the liquorice and violet notes perfectly. An intense but fresh opening of green ivy is optimistic, whilst the almond note hums in harmony with iris, sweet vanilla, and white musk. The marriage between heliotrope and tonka round this fragrance off as unique and unusual, yet every bit man magnet.
Love In Paris - Nina Ricci
In 1994 Nina Ricci created this aptly named fragrance based around the most romantic city in the world. Love In Paris is a soft and floral scent. Accords of apricot, jasmine, star anise, rose and peony beat at the heart of this love elixir. This whole romantic tale ends with delicate base notes of crystal musk, woodsy tones and vanilla. Whisk your man away in this fairy tale fragrance and sweep him off his feet with those musky and vanilla notes.
So ladies, I hope you've enjoyed reading my article and taken away some inspiration - the fragrance world is your oyster, just make sure you select sensual and sexy perfumes that include those vital man killer scents.
