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If you wear perfumes do you wear them in everyday life or just for a date/night out/occasion etc?

93 replies

OldFan · 21/02/2023 13:15

Just that really Smile

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SmokyForTheWin · 21/02/2023 15:08

Every day, even if I'm having a pyjama day.

Allblackeverythingalways · 21/02/2023 15:44

Only Flower by Kenzo, but I'm the only person I know that wears it, my friends often say I smell like parma violets (which I'm not keen on... 🤣)

IaminRome · 21/02/2023 15:49

Oh I wish I smelt as beautiful as you all must do! I never even think to put it on!

purplecorkheart · 21/02/2023 15:52

I wear a light perfume everyday. However I do not put it on if I am going in public transport or going to be in small enclosed spaces with strangers as I have learned from Mumsnet that many people have health conditions that can be triggered by perfume or do not like it.

TakeYourHatOffBoy · 21/02/2023 15:56

Every single day. Often, more than one a day. Rarely the same perfume 2 days in a row. I have a lot to choose from 😎

BluebellBlueballs · 21/02/2023 16:02

Every day even if I'm just sat wfh.

I have recently got into maison margiela replica and am obsessed!

cobblers123 · 21/02/2023 16:07

I have an Avon one I wear quite often that I always get compliments when wearing it and Chanel 5 and 19 that I also wear a lot.

I always spray a bit of Chanel 5 after a shower before going to bed.

Marilyn Monroe wore that to bed apparently and nothing else. I'm similar except for the fluffy bedsocks and nightie I have on which spoil the image a bit I think.

CeeceeBloomingdale · 21/02/2023 16:10

Most days, including ones that involve staying at home all day. I didn't wear perfume at all when my children were small so I'm making up for it now. I have different scents for different moods.

SilverGlitterBaubles · 21/02/2023 16:14

When my DCs were babies for some reason I never wore perfume daily but now I do especially for work and going out.

NeedWineNow · 21/02/2023 16:20

I do, every day, even if I'm just indoors in 'scruffs'.

I've got some inexpensive ones - Avon Little Black Dress, SJP Lovely and Next Eau Nude for during the day, and Estee Lauder Modern Muse and Beautiful Belle for the evening. My favourite is Chanel Allure but that's got so expensive, as have the Estee Lauder ones. I'm looking for something mid range so if anyone had any ideas I'd be grateful!

CinnamonJellyBeans · 21/02/2023 16:29

Every day and also before bed. Usually have about 10 different ones on the go and have about maybe 40 bottles in total. There are so many lovely ones available, so I am always trying and buying new ones. I'll usually drench myself in one from JL and buy it if it makes me feel happy. I'd much rather splash out on perfume than expensive clothes.

I only have a few favourites that I always keep in stock from Miller Harris, Chanel and Le Labo.

JadeSeahorse · 21/02/2023 17:06

I have worn the same perfume - well Eau de toilette - for over 50 years and wear it all the time.

It is a very light Elizabeth Arden one which I buy in huge bottles very cheaply on eBay now. My DD's friends - 20's - are always commenting on how fantastic it smells and are astounded when I tell them what it is and how cheaply I buy it.🤣. It used to be expensive 50 years ago! 😂

lobeliasb · 21/02/2023 17:29

I'll go against the grain here and say that I only wear it when I'm going out or for special occasions. I'm prone to headaches and perfume seems to be a trigger for me, so I don't wear it often. I find that fragrance oils are less likely to provoke a migraine than spray perfume, though

uncomfortablydumb53 · 21/02/2023 18:25

Every day YSL Libre is my newish signature scent, previously it was CKIN2U

Sadlifter · 21/02/2023 18:27

Every day, but vary types and strengths depending on mood and occasion.

LubaLuca · 21/02/2023 18:27

Every day. I love nice smells.

Sadlifter · 21/02/2023 18:27

JadeSeahorse · 21/02/2023 17:06

I have worn the same perfume - well Eau de toilette - for over 50 years and wear it all the time.

It is a very light Elizabeth Arden one which I buy in huge bottles very cheaply on eBay now. My DD's friends - 20's - are always commenting on how fantastic it smells and are astounded when I tell them what it is and how cheaply I buy it.🤣. It used to be expensive 50 years ago! 😂

Is it Sunflowers? I love that.

mamatoTails · 21/02/2023 18:28

I have 2 that I wear day to day; and another that I just wear if going out to dinner etc

Malariahilaria · 21/02/2023 18:29

Every single day. I love spraying it on once up and dressed regardless of what I'm doing that day. It's a tiny, relatively cheap moment of glamour and joy.

KindlyKanga · 21/02/2023 18:29

Every day but I choose light ones. Heavier ones for going out.

Popplebop · 21/02/2023 18:32

Every day here as well! I love perfume. Wasn’t something that I really thought about when younger, although I did have some- but now I love scent and have lots. Probably enough to last me for the next 10 years without buying more (but I will). So many beautiful perfumes.

Pureradio · 21/02/2023 18:36

Which perfume gets the most compliments?

Sadlifter · 21/02/2023 18:39

Pureradio · 21/02/2023 18:36

Which perfume gets the most compliments?

For me, without a doubt its Rose Prick by Tom Ford. Sadly I've only had two sample sizes as cannot afford the full bottle but may splash out

Also Orpheon by diptyque. A cosy soapy scent.

AuntieMarys · 21/02/2023 18:39

Every day...I am retired but still spray every morning g. Currently have 3 on the go. Dh chooses and buys them for me...he has never bought a duff one.
My current favourite ones are Byredo Biblioteque and Juliette has a gun vengeance

NeedWineNow · 21/02/2023 18:42

@JadeSeahorse would you mind revealing which one it is?