Perfume.

It has been more than 1 year since the last day I updated this blog. Guess I'm not really into blogging as much as I thought I would.

The weather in this small town still sucks. It rains sometimes and suddenly turns out to be sunny all day long. The summer finally arrives *sigh*

Okay. That's enough complaining about the weather here. Today I want to blog something about my all time maniac addict: PERFUME :)

I can't remember since when I started to collect perfume. I was interested in perfume probably when I was in high school. I always dream of having a perfume store in Vietnam when I come back. I want to show people how much I love the smell and I want everyone to understand HOW to put perfume on properly.

Normally, I have summer fragrances and winter fragrances. FYI, basically people always use "eau de parfum" fragrances for autumn/winter, "eau de toilette" fragrances for summer/spring.

Here is some you-should-know basic stuff for perfume:

Perfume, also called extract or extrait perfume, can include 15-40% perfume concentrates. This is the purest form of scented product and is the most expensive as a result.

Eau de parfum contains about 7-15% perfume concentrates. This is the most popular and common form of perfume. It provides a long-lasting fragrance and generally doesn't cost as much as extract perfume.

Eau de toilette has around 1-6% perfume concentrates. This makes for a light scent that doesn't linger as long as the more intense versions. It was originally intended to be a refreshing body splash to help people wake up in the morning.

Eau de cologne is sometimes used interchangeably with the term eau de toilette. However, the concoction began as the name of a light, fresh fragrance mixed with citrus oils and was made popular by Napoleon. Some perfumers today have a version of this called eau fraiche. 

That's what people say. But, personally, I sometimes use "eau de parfum" fragrances for summer and it's not bad at all. For example, Dior J'adore is one of my favorite perfume for night. Since the scent is quite strong (or warm), I barely use it for daytime even in the winter. However, I find J'adore perfect for night time, summer or winter either way. So it is totally up to you to decide whether daytime or night time, summer or winter, hot or cold,... There is no rule to tell you to/not to use fragrances. And remember, the scent changes for everyone. My friend is crazy about Aqua di Gio, it is actually from Giorgio Armani summer collection but it smells terribly on me (!!!!!) I would say I might use that fragrance in a cold weather, definitely not in a hot summer day.

Back to my haul, as you can see, I have about 10 fragrances. I love to organize my perfume, though my room is a mess but I always try my best to keep my fragrances area organized >o< Usually, I put all of my perfume into 2 boxes: one mainly for fresh/cold weather (let's say "Winter box"), one mainly for hot/wet weather ("Summer box")

"Winter box": 

1. Gucci Eau de Parfum II: I actually "stole" this one from my mom =) Since it once belonged to my mom, you can easily tell how it smells =) Yes, it is a little bit "lady" scent. But I have been using this one for more than 2 years and still love it. Perfectly for night time (I feel dizzy when I use it for daytime)

2. Burberry Brit Eau de Toilette: Okay, here you go. An "eau de toilette" perfume but perfectly use for winter :) I have never been so crazy about Burberry Fragrances. I don't think they are doing well with the scent, but for this one, I highly recommend for night time (or even daytime)! The top note is not that good but the base note is awesome. It's gentle, fresh (but I never use it for summer lol) and a little warm.

3. Elizabeth Arden Provocative Woman: Ha! The name says it all. It is definitely "not for teen" perfume :) Actually the first time I saw this one is when I was in high school. My dad gave me a set of Elizabeth Arden fragrances. I still remember I love this bottle and the "5th Avenue". But two of them, I would recommend using for winter (cold weather).

"Summer box:

1. Vera Wang Flower Princess: It is definitely my top choice for summer. It is sweet and so fresh. I am a crazy fan of Vera Wang fragrances. I don't really like all of their "princess set" but this one, this one is a must for summer fragrances choices!!!

2. Vera Wang Lovestruck: An "eau de parfum" fragrance from a summer collection. Many people said this one smells really really strong and they will only use it for winter (or night time). But well, I find it perfect for my summer =) The odor is strong, yes I have to admit, but well, since I have to go out for a whole day, I need to make sure my perfume can last at least 5 hours. The top note of Lovestruck is not something that I am crazy about, but the base note is super nice :) and romantic also ;) Perfect for a summer date with a hot guy =D

3. Juicy Couture Eau de Parfum Spray: Another "eau de parfum" fragrance :) I love this scent sooooo much, sometimes I put it on after taking shower even I don't have to go out lol.

4. Versace Bright Crystal: This is my very first fragrance that I set my eyes on. My friend hates it though lol. She said the scent is a little sour lmaoooo. But well, personal taste xD Still, after 5 years, it is still on my top choices.


That's all I want to share with yu guys today :) Hope it helps a bit when you choose your favorite perfume. Remember: fragrances are not something you put on when you smell bad. It is the way you make yourself remarkable to others using scent ;) 

Much love xx

.Thu Bi.