Not to brag, but I have a reputation for smelling really good. Often times my scent-mixing experiments can linger towards the old-lady-reeking-of-perfume side of the spectrum--and anyone with a sensitive nose or allergy problem may be warned to stay clear--but I don't really care: I love fragrance! Adding to my aforementioned love of all things yummy-smelling, being NYLON's Beauty Assistant sort of makes me a total expert on the topic, no? Yeah OK, maybe not--although I once mixed up my own scent (!!!)--but I digress.... I'm here to announce my top 12 perfumes for the spring season, sectioned in four different categories just for you, so you're sure to find your perfect match! (And yes, while vigorously testing out these scents in the office I created a perfume cloud so heavy I was told I needed to change my clothing.)
REBEL YELL
Notes: Mandarin, Pink Pepper, Peach, Lilac, Geranium, Amber, Patchouli
Notes: Gardenia, Musk
Elizabeth and James Nirvana Black
Notes: Violet, Sandalwood, Vanilla
FLOWER POWER
Jo Malone White Jasmine & Mint Cologne
Notes: Jasmine, Lily, Orange Flower, Rose
Givenchy Very Irresistible L'Eau En Rose
Notes: Blackberry, Rose, Musk
Notes: Water Hyacinth, Apple Blossom Accord, Bright Jasmine, Vetiver, Musk
TROPICAL STORM
Notes: Bergamot, Ginger, Tuberose, Violet, Rose, Patchouli, Cedar
Notes: Blackcurrant Sorbet, Pink Grapefruit, Tiger Orchid, Exotic Passion Flower, Tart Raspberry, Patchouli
Notes: Jasmine, Pink Passion Fruit, Musk
CLASSIC HITS
Notes: Pink Pepper, Tangerine, Strawberry, Exotic White Flowers, White Powdery Woods
Thierry Mugler Alien Eau Extraordinaire
Notes: Bergamot, Tea, Tunisian Neroli, Tiare Flower, Heliotrope, White Amber, Cashmeran
Notes: Peony, Freesia, White Musk
REBEL YELL: Gucci Guilty Studs Pour Femme, Cartier La Panthere, Elizabeth and James Nirvana Black (shot on instax mini)
Elizabeth and James Nirvana Black
FLOWER POWER: Jo Malone White Jasmine & Mint Cologne, Givenchy Very Irresistible L'Eau En Rose, See By Chloe Eau Fraiche (shot on instax mini)
Jo Malone White Jasmine & Mint Cologne
Givenchy Very Irresistible L'Eau En Rose
TROPICAL STORM: Sisley Paris Eau Tropicale, Jimmy Choo Exotic, Juicy Couture Malibu (shot on instax mini)
CLASSIC HITS: Jimmy Choo Flash, Thierry Mugler Alien Eau Extraordinaire, Carven L'Eau De Toilette (shot on instax mini)
Thierry Mugler Alien Eau Extraordinaire
