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Is there a perfume out there you just can't beat?

154 replies

TulipVictory · 31/07/2021 13:57

I don't really mind if it's expensive if you can't beat the smell?

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NotMyCat · 31/07/2021 14:08

Depends what kind of scents you like! My most loved might be vile to you Grin

mrssmiling · 31/07/2021 14:41

Fleurissimo by Creed. £££ but gorgeous. Originally created for Princess Grace of Monaco. www.creedfragrances.co.uk/womens-fragrances/fleurissimo

mrssmiling · 31/07/2021 14:44

Less expensive - Liz Earle Fragrance Botanical Essence No 1.

Peggysue14 · 31/07/2021 14:47

Private Collection by Estée Lauder.

ParkheadParadise · 31/07/2021 14:48

My favourites are
Coco Mademoiselle
Flower bomb
Stella
jimmy choo

youngestisapsycho · 31/07/2021 14:50

Libre by YVS
Si by Armani
Empressa by Penhaligons

these are my 3 faves

youngestisapsycho · 31/07/2021 14:53

That should be YSL!

feb2022 · 31/07/2021 14:56

Versace blonde... it's been discontinued now but I can sometimes find a bottle on eBay it's so lovely!

allycat4 · 31/07/2021 14:58

Chanel No 5. Classic for a reason.

peoplearepeople · 31/07/2021 15:01

Les Quelques Fleurs = Houbigant
Hypnotic poison - Dior
Ultraviolet - Paco Rabbane
Cartier -Baiser vole

There is just something I find warm and comforting about all of these.

mrsplum2015 · 31/07/2021 15:01

Issy miyake

It's unique, loads of people comment on it and a lot know what it is when they smell it

thinkingaboutitall · 31/07/2021 15:01

I love neroli - la labo (I know others are obsessed with santal 33 but I’m not a fan)

AntiWorkBrigade · 31/07/2021 15:03

L’Ombre dans l’eau and Tam Dao, both dyptique, both as eau de parfum. Very different, but both are rich scents with excellent staying power.

Coffee4Queen · 31/07/2021 15:17

Tendre Poison was/is my absolute FAVOURITE ever! It was discontinued a long time ago and to say I was gutted was an understatement. I still have just less than half left. I only use it about twice a year Grin. Not sure how I’ll feel once it’s finished Nothing comes close to that for me.

Blueuggboots · 31/07/2021 15:24

I think you have to try perfumes on your skin as they smell different on different people.
My ex bought me Chanel no 5. It smelt like furniture polish on me!
I love narciso Rodriguez poudre and I also loved Champs elysees by guerlain but they discontinued it wankers.

SecretWitch · 31/07/2021 15:29

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu
Shalimar Soufflé
Gucci Guilty

ADHDgirl · 31/07/2021 15:35

Jo Malone - honeysuckle & davana or Earl Grey and cucumber.

Both amazing.

SionnachRua · 31/07/2021 15:35

Armani Si and Valentino Donna for me.

Miseryisabutterfly · 31/07/2021 15:38

I’m really enjoying the newest j’adore. I’ve been wearing it for 20 years and was wanting something new, but the infinissime is lovely. I also love givenchy l’interdit.

recall · 31/07/2021 15:40

Chanel Les Exclusives Coromandel 😍

Umberellatheweatha · 31/07/2021 15:42

Always going to be Armani code for me. I just wish it lasted longer.

Nicecupofteaandacake · 31/07/2021 15:44

I'm going to bring the tone down spectacularly here, but Next Pink is genuinely my absolute favourite. I always go back to it - it smells amazing and lasts so long!

Blossomtoes · 31/07/2021 15:49

I also loved Champs elysees by guerlain but they discontinued it wankers

No! Please tell me this isn’t true. It’s one of my all time favourites. Off to try and track some down right now.

SalsaLove · 31/07/2021 15:50

4160 Tuesday, Take me to the River

RedRec · 31/07/2021 15:51

Agree with pp on Next perfumes. I love Sparkle. Bought it for my teenage daughter, now buy it for myself (she doesn't wear it anymore). It is gorgeous and at the moment I prefer wearing it to my Chanel No. 5

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