How to Find Your Signature Scent
Choosing any new fragrance can be challenging but finding a scent that will forever be known as your signature can be even more overwhelming. No matter where you are in your voyage of fragrance discovery, it is never too late to leave your own olfactive impression on the world. Whether you have a wardrobe of alternating perfumes and have decided that it is time to find “the one” or if you are looking to reinvent yourself, The House of Creed’s Global Training Manager Katy Legris, has shared five key considerations to guide you towards finding your signature scent.
What Is A Signature Scent?
A signature scent is more than just a fragrance that you simply like and wear regularly. It is a perfume that truly defines you, an olfactive expression of your identity and an essence that leaves a lingering trail of you after you have gone. While you may be enticed by other fragrances as seasons go by, or as your personal style evolves with the passage of time, your signature scent is one that draws you back again and again. As a fragrant embodiment of you, a signature scent leaves an unforgettable mark on your loved ones, conjuring up emotions and evoking personal memories of you.
I remember my mother coming into my bedroom to kiss me goodnight just before heading out to dinner. To me, she was the most beautiful person in the world, and I loved her so deeply. As she leaned over, I would cling tightly to her neck, breathing in the unforgettable scent of her perfume, not wanting to let go. Her fragrance felt like her very essence and still lingers in my memory today.
Katy Legris, Global Training Manager, The House of Creed
Embark on your journey of olfactive discovery today with these five carefully curated tips.
1. Consider What You Want Your Scent To Say About You
Your perfume should capture who you are and express your individuality. It is like your second skin. Consider what you would like your scent to say about you,
and you will be one step closer to uncovering your signature.
Each perfume has its own personality, much like the person who wears it. Are you drawn to a scent that empowers you, exudes refinement or seduces the senses?
Acknowledging how your chosen perfume may be perceived by others whilst observing how you feel is a key step in olfactive discovery.
While a signature scent is typically seen as one fragrance worn consistently, you might choose several to align with the many sides of your identity. You may
consider a refined signature for professional settings that radiates your inner confidence, paired with a comforting scent for effortless days spent at home which
your loved ones can instantly recognise as yours.
2. Discover Which Fragrance Family Captivates You The Most
When it comes to signature scent exploration, fragrance families can act as a unique guiding light.
The House of Creed categorises its olfactive creations into four categories: Fresh, Floral, Amber and Woody. Although these may intertwine, with each fragrance
family housing scents with a varying array of nuances, understanding the main olfactive profile of each family can help to refine your selection.
Each family offers its own distinctive charm, from the uplifting citrus and herbs that define a fresh fragrance, to the radiant blooms and dew-kissed petals that bring
a floral creation to life. You may be drawn to the alluring spices and comforting resins of an amber accord or to the earthy richness and grounding warmth of
refined woods. Consider which fragrance family resonates with your personal aura, and which inspires you the most.
Understand the fragrance families but remain curious. It is important to experiment when finding a signature scent, without limiting yourself to what you think you like.
Katy Legris, Global Training Manager, The House of Creed
3. Wear It On Your Skin
After considering what you want your signature scent to say about you and understanding the four fragrance families, it is important to wear any top choices on
your skin. Whilst using a blotter certainly has its place in scent discovery, especially in the early experimental stages, it is essential to note that perfume reacts
differently to each person’s unique chemistry.
The House of Creed’s perfumes will blend with your natural scent, creating a bewitching aroma that is entirely your own. Keep this in mind when searching for
your signature and avoid testing a scent on your clothing or trying too many different perfumes at once. Embrace the joy of olfactive exploration and savour the
discovery of how a perfume exclusively unfolds on your skin, epitomising how a signature scent is truly an olfactive expression of oneself.
4. Give It Time
Together with ensuring that perfume is always tried on the skin, it is imperative to give any fragrance you are considering as a signature time to develop once it has been applied. In the world of perfumery, fragrances are crafted in three layers, referred to as the head, heart and base notes. Whilst head notes such as bergamot and lime offer an effervescent burst of freshness, they are often fleeting. Be mindful not to fall too quickly for a scent based on first impressions. Allow the perfume to unfold fully to experience the complete creation, with an array of florals, rich fruits and spices often unveiled in the heart and undertones of musk, woods and amber revealed in the base. It is this sensual, rich dry-down that will linger on the skin throughout the day, offering the most enduring olfactive trail.
Much like the legacy of a signature scent, each of The House of Creed’s exquisite olfactive treasures are crafted to stand the test of time. From the labour-intensive artisanal processes adopted to yielding the finest natural ingredients, time plays an essential role at the House.
Katy Legris, Global Training Manager, The House of Creed
5. Indulge In The Luxury Of Sampling
Having the luxury to muse over the above steps at your own pace and in the comfort of your home is paramount to ensuring you make the right decision when
selecting a signature scent.
The House of Creed offers a collection of Introductory Sets, each expertly curated to guide you in discovering a fragrance that is unmistakably yours, no matter where
you are on your journey. For those still exploring,
the Men’s and Women’s Inspiration Sets, each housing five of The House of Creed’s most celebrated scents of all, are an ideal starting point. Plus, when you purchase an Introductory Set, you will be able to redeem $79 against your next full price fragrance purchase online.*
Recognising that scent is personal and that you may alternatively wish to curate your own, The House of Creed offers a Customisable Sample Set, complete with
three unrivalled Creed creations of your choice. Plus, when you purchase a Customisable Sample Set, you will be able to redeem $49 against your next full price fragrance purchase online.**
The art of uncovering your signature scent is a delicate pursuit, one which may take time and a few attempts to artfully master. The House of Creed has an
unrivalled collection of fragrances for your consideration and wishes you every success in your pursuit of finding “the one”.
*Upon purchase of an Introductory Set you will receive an email with a unique code to redeem the offer. You must be signed up to our newsletters to receive your unique code. This unique code entitles you to a $79 discount against a full-size fragrance (75ml and 100ml only). Offer is valid for 30 days from the date you received your unique code. Valid for one use per customer. Offer available on www.creedperfume.com.au only. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotional offers. We reserve the right to amend or withdraw the offer at any time.
**Upon purchase of a Customisable Sample Set you will receive an email with a unique code to redeem the offer. You must be signed up to our newsletters to receive your unique code. This unique code entitles you to a $49 discount against a full-size fragrance (75ml and 100ml only). Offer is valid for 30 days from the date you received your unique code. Valid for one use per customer. Offer available on www.creedperfume.com.au only. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotional offers. We reserve the right to amend or withdraw the offer at any time.