Need a New Perfume!

Updated on December 02, 2010
M.P. asks from Naperville, IL
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Hi Ladies! It's almost Christmas time - the perfect time to ask for a new perfume . I'm totally lost! What scents do you love?

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C.F.

answers from Boston on

Clinique Happy ! A hint of citrus, a wealth of flowers, a mix of emotions! LOL thats what their web site says!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this scent !! I have been wearing it for Years - NEVER get sick of it and people compliment my 'scent' all the time :-)

Also Victory Secret Angel, Very clean, soft scent! Great!

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V.L.

answers from Chicago on

I'm a big fan of Clinique. If you like fruity and light try one of the Happy collection Happy and Happy Heart are my favs. I also like Aromatics Elixir by Clinique, but it's a heavy scent and not everyone can pull it off.

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D.B.

answers from Detroit on

Clinique Happy or Clinique Happy Heart. Both smell AMAZING! This is on my list every year for Christmas from my hubby. Its in the $60 range, but probably a bit cheaper at Perfumania.

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A.C.

answers from Memphis on

Mary Kay has some great scents....I love the Bella Belara and they have a new one called Thinking of You....they are both great! Let me know if you are interested!

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B.B.

answers from New York on

Clinique Happy Heart

I get compliments from complete strangers when I wear it

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J.S.

answers from Minneapolis on

I like donna karans cashmere mist. I've been wearing it for about 6 years and love it still.

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L.B.

answers from Chicago on

Givenchy Very Irresistable (great for summer) and Hugo Boss Deep Red (great for winter).

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R.D.

answers from Kansas City on

I am asking for Ralph Lauren's Glamourous. I am picky, but I love it!

I also like one of the Victoria's Secret perfumes, but I can't remember which one.

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L.L.

answers from Dayton on

My favorite is burberry London.

J.L.

answers from Los Angeles on

Juicy Couture. I get a billion comments on it whenever I wear it. =)

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S.M.

answers from Chicago on

Amarige by Givency...Complete strangers stop me on the street and ask me what I'm wearing, men and woman, both love it! You can get it at Ulta or any department store.

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C.M.

answers from Chicago on

I'm going to add my favorite is Paloma Picasso....

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K.M.

answers from Laredo on

I love Lovely by SJP
I got it for my wedding and have used it ever since!
It smells amazing, I have got my mom and MIL hooked on it.

E.S.

answers from Asheville on

Burberry, the origional one. Perfumania also has a chart that tells you what perfumes are more floral, woodsy, fruity/citrus, spicy, etc. so if you have one you like and want something in that same range it will tell you what is good to try. For instance, if you like a spicy, woodsy scent and want to try something that is still spicy, but has some fruity or citrus added, it will tell you what is in that range to try.

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C.A.

answers from Atlanta on

My favorite right now is Ralph Lauren's "Romance" sniff..............mmmmmmm.....so pretty!

A.N.

answers from Albuquerque on

i sell Mary Kay and love it Bella and Bellara smell yummy and our new one Thinking of You is amazing and I actually am waiting for that to come in.

But the three others that I will not give up are my Tommy Girl by Tommy Hillfiger and Sexy Little Things and Angels Heavenly both by Victoria Secret

Have fun!

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S.H.

answers from Honolulu on

Fragrances by Jo Malone... are really.... awesome.
LOVE her stuff.
Even the "samples" or sample sizes are sold and bought by people.
Her "Orange Blossom" cologne is one of the most popular ones.
She has a wide range... or perfumes... for every 'palate.'
Locally, in my State, Neiman's carries it.
Or Amazon online has it too.

Here is her Website:
http://www.jomalone.com

Perfumes/colognes by "Creed" are also REAL fine. More pricey but lasts a LONG time... for men or women. I for example, have their samples... and it has lasted me a LONG time. I wear both men's or women's fragrances.

all the best,
Susan

A.G.

answers from Houston on

i love the 'clean and crisp' variety of victorias secret's ''pink''

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N.O.

answers from Chicago on

I've worn Clinique Happy for years and always get compliments.

I also love B Delicious (apple green) by DKNY, but I'm out :(.

Recently got Burberry Summer, and love it. I know it says Summer but I find it a soft warm scent, and have had many compliments on it too.

"They" say a perfume suits you if you can't smell it on yourself after a little while...

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D.B.

answers from Chicago on

Love Vera Wang. She use to only have one, when I first purchased her perfume. Now I think she has at least 2. It would just say Vera Wang. Clear bottle, short and fat type bottle with acrylic top. Nice and light...not too heavy or strong. My husband likes it too. :)

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L.M.

answers from Dallas on

Burberry Touch & Calvin Klein Euphoria

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K.U.

answers from Dallas on

Light Blue by Dolce and Gabbana- smells so clean and fresh!
Also love Glo by JLo

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M.K.

answers from Minneapolis on

aquolina pink sugar...you can find it at sephora and it is sweet, not floral at all. makes you want to eat yourself!

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R.J.

answers from Seattle on

I tend to like spicy floral perfumes (spicy like cloves, not spicy like musk).

My current (and long running) fav is Kenzo Amour. There's a really nice asian hint to it as well (they use rice steam in the process which adds a subtle round note). Bulgari & Prada also make scents I adore. Can't remember the name, but Prada makes one that is like dark spicy vanilla and amber that I really miss. Mental note... add to xmas list.

What I do, however, when I'd like a new perfume is head over to Nordstroms and get 10 or 15 sample bottles to take home with me. That way I can try them out at home over the course of several days to weeks so I can really get an idea of how they smell on ME, and not just in the store.

S.D.

answers from Phoenix on

love the victoria secret heavenly. have not found something better.

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T.R.

answers from Syracuse on

Burberry London and Victoria's Secret Heavenly!

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K.W.

answers from Dallas on

Code by Armini. LOVE IT

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L.M.

answers from Kansas City on

Amarige by Givency, not too strong. Lots of complements from people.

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C.F.

answers from Chicago on

They are not new I just love the way they smell. Not loud and sweet. 1. Lovely by Sara Jessica Parker 2. Unforgivable by Sean John 3. Realm don't know who that is by.

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S.K.

answers from New York on

What about "Design"? I also like the fragrances Aeropostel carries...fresh and clean!

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K.J.

answers from Chicago on

I tend to like ones that are not easily recognizable and not as "trendy." I LOVE Hanae Mori for women, but it is tough to find. I've only seen it at Nordstrom's. It is a light floral and vanilla scent and it is by far my favorite!

Others that I like are Jessica Simpson's "Beautiful" and Sarah Jessica Parker's "Lovely."

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S.O.

answers from San Antonio on

Thank you SO, So much for asking this question.
My husband has been saying for a couple months now,
"Dear, you haven't changed perfume in a while. Is there anything out there you like?"

And I tell him that I have no time to go smell scents at dept. stores. Now I know where to begin. thanks!

D.M.

answers from Denver on

I like Avon's Chic In Black (there's a link on my profile where you can order on-line, if you are interested - stuff will ship right to you). I also like Chanel #5 (you can get it at Ulta) and Samsara.

It's tough not knowing what you like. I like "classic" and "earthy/musky" scents. I also like men's cologne's (my husband won't wear any, so sometime I do, so I can enjoy it:). But if you like greens/florals...then I'd recommend something else.

Have fun! I hope you find something you adore!

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R.P.

answers from Chicago on

Bill Blass Nude is my all time favorite. Be sure to try it on though as it smells different on each individual. It doesn't smell right on me, but smells fantastic on one of my friends. I will forever be following her around sniffing her BBN. ;-)

I also like Rive Gauche by YSL, Very Irresistible Sensual by Givenchy, Shi by Alfred Sung and I second the Amarige by Givenchy. Amarige reminds me of the Revlon Outrageous shampoos from the 90s. Awesome and absolutely intoxicating. A LITTLE goes a long way!

Good luck!

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N.B.

answers from Cincinnati on

I love Celine Dion Ohio and I like faith Hill.I like perfume that is not strong smelling

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D.G.

answers from Chicago on

Dolce & Gabbana, Light Blue... LOVE it!! It's floral scented & really smells great, I've gotten a ton of compliments on it. It's pricey, Ulta usually sells a decent size for about $60.00. You can get a large size at Perfumania for $45.00. Heavenly by VS is nice too, but Light Blue is my fav. Oh....my daughter always gets me a VS gift pack, I've found some nice scents that way as well.

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B.M.

answers from Allentown on

I love a bunch of different kinds- but my all time favorite is always Beautiful by Estee Lauder. Not the sheer- i didn't like that so much. Sei Bella has a bunch of new ones that they have for a limited time before the end of the year so I am going to 'splurge' and try a few new ones!

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R.M.

answers from Los Angeles on

I like Issey Miyake L'eau D'issey - its a little bit floral but crisp...also there is one that is actually at kohls that smells good - I can't remember the name but the box has a peach on it... American Beauty or something.... also Pink by VS smells good too :)

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B.P.

answers from Detroit on

Pleasures by Estee Lauder.

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J.K.

answers from Chicago on

Personally, I hate most perfumes because they are alcohol-y and bother my asthma. I LOVE Bath and Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar. Smells awesome! And a note on the Pink Sugar one mentioned below - mmmmmmm

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J.S.

answers from Macon on

Ive been wearing Victoria secrets BODY by victoria for years i love it..

R.G.

answers from Philadelphia on

Heavenly Angel from Victoria Secret

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M.G.

answers from Chicago on

Mary Kay has an awesome new one, Thinking of You. It's only $30.

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M.R.

answers from Seattle on

Issey Miyaki...I receive so many compliments from both men and women.

But don't you want to try them on first to ensure it goes with your own body chemistry? Nothing like wearing one that makes you smell skunky and no one has the honesty to tell you..

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B.B.

answers from Charleston on

My fav is Chanel "CoCo Madamoiselle", it is unusual with hints of chocolate and champagne, but, well, just smell it where they sell it. I also like Viva La Juicy by juicy coture for a warm sweet floral, and Vera Wang or Chloe or Paloma Picasso for a classic floral. Very sweet, I like Angel. Sweet and exotic I like Guerlain's Samsara or Dior J'adore. For a crsip scent I like Givenchy "Amarige d'amour" , Versace Red Jeans Woman, oh I could go on and on, and I am in love with Bath and Body works "Cotton Blossom"

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E.A.

answers from Chicago on

Beautifull by Estee Lauder!!!!! Its still ( I believe) the number one selling perfume!! Everyone always says they love the smell on me!!

J.E.

answers from Erie on

PINK by Victorias Secret ....Smells sooo good and I've always gotten compliments from both men and women. I love it. My MIL usually always gets me a bottle for xmas :)

Good luck finding one you love!

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B.B.

answers from Dallas on

I love Lancome's Miracle

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K.S.

answers from Springfield on

Some of my favorites:
Clinique Happy Heart
Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar
American Beauty Beloved Moments (available at Kohl's)
Elizabeth Arden Red Door
Faith Hill Parfums
Lancome Tresor (Tresor in Love is a new, lighter version)

Hope you find something you like!

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C.G.

answers from Chicago on

Salvatore Ferragamo. Love it and always get compliments on the scent.

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M.J.

answers from Harrisburg on

Love Spell is my favorite. They sell it at victoria secret!
I also like 'Midnight Fantasy' by Britney spears.

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R.M.

answers from Chicago on

Right now I really LOVE Unforgiveable Woman by Sean John. I get compliments all the time.

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