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7 New Ways to Wear Perfume

Layering fragrances may sound complicated, but it's easier than you think -- if you know how to do it. Here are the tips that'll teach you how to wear perfume the new way

by Dawn Davis

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Start simple One and two-note fragrances are ideal for layering, and they are becoming increasingly popular. So popular, in fact, that you probably already own at least one. Take, for example, the Gucci Flora Garden Collection, $100 each, which is comprised of five scents: Gorgeous Gardenia, Gracious Tuberose, Glorious Mandarin, Generous Violet, and Glamorous Magnolia. Each perfume highlights a single flower. "Simplicity makes fragrances more approachable," says Scent Bar co-owner Adam Eastwood. "They're unfussy and casual at the same time -- you don't have to think too much about it." Wright points out that vanilla, amber, or coconut-based scents are also easy to layer because these notes tend to go well with everything.

Meanwhile, the only time you should avoid layering fragrances altogether is if you're dedicated to a statement perfume. "With something like Chanel No. 5 you don't want to overwhelm the fragrance -- it's meant to be distinct," says Eastwood. "You want to go unscented with your bath and body products if you're wearing a scent like this."

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wearing perfume is such a hassle for me.

by mlyvng Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 12:15PM Report as inappropriate

Some very helpful hints here; I've been layering scents for a long time.

by GigiSD Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 12:18PM Report as inappropriate

I've always layered, it's the best way to keep your scent all day long. Soap, lotion, cologne, and mist threw out the day!

by morgan_ledford Monday, February 25, 2013 at 12:47PM Report as inappropriate

Lotions with a body mist is great for layering but not too heavy either.

by Shringar Friday, February 8, 2013 at 07:33AM Report as inappropriate

I always read you shouldn't spray perfume on your hair, especially if you perm or color it!

by trishsterette Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 09:46AM Report as inappropriate

nice

by LittleBunny Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 07:06PM Report as inappropriate

Nice

by EricaC123 Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 11:38AM Report as inappropriate

I have to say I already do all these things

by Bon_Bon Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 06:49PM Report as inappropriate

I hate deodorant perfumes! it just smells different on me, even though people say it smells good.

by justmilly Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 03:45PM Report as inappropriate

Great tips!

by rayshaviolet Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at 01:27PM Report as inappropriate

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