With an over-saturation of fragrance lines, from designer to luxury, selecting the right one for you can seem daunting. It's easy to get distracted by industry marketing and product packaging, which keeps us from questioning the most poignant thing: What defines fine fragrance?
Advised by acclaimed perfumeries as we reimagine the olfactory experience, the editors at SLHLifestyle have included our list of what to look for when shopping for fine fragrances.
The olfactory level is expressed by a pyramid formation consisting of top, base, and middle sections. Each section contributes to how and when you experience the note combination within a fragrance.
The top notes are what you smell first, marking the initial impression that draws you in. Top notes will tend to be light and bright in smell and consist of soft florals and citrus. These notes will be fleeting as they are the first to evaporate.
The middle notes, often called the heart, are the most prominent aromas in a fragrance. They are what you often smell when a candle is burning. The middle notes act as the fragrance's core, balancing the top and base. They consist of bright florals, fruits, light woods, or gourmands.
The base notes, often referred to as the anchor, will add depth and longevity to the fragrance. These notes will be heartier and usually linger long after a candle is extinguished. They consist of vanilla, spices, musk, and amber.
The concentration defines the longevity of a fragrance, this will range by level of intensity or percentage of fragrance. A higher fragrance percentage will contribute to a stronger scent, with an extrait being the most potent.
Eau de Parfum has a 20-40% fragrance concentration with a high fragrance level.
Eau de Toilette has a 5-15% fragrance concentration with a moderate fragrance level.
Cologne has a 2-5% fragrance concentration with a low fragrance level.
Candles has a 5-12% fragrance concentration with a low to moderate fragrance level.
The nose knows. Ever wonder why you gravitate to some fragrances over others? You may prefer a certain fragrance family type. Often depicted on a fragrance wheel, every absolute falls somewhere on the wheel or to a fragrance family based on its characteristics, this helps us identify and mix for a profound accord and more complex blend.
The floral family emits sweet and delicate aromas. Notes associated to floral are rose, jasmine, or violet.
The fresh family emits clean and airy aromas. Notes associated to fresh are aquatic, green, or citrus.
The oriental family emits elements with warmth and spicy aroma. Notes associated to oriental are peppercorn, saffron, or amber.
The woody family emit earthy and grounding aromas. Notes associated to woody are sandalwood, vetiver, and oakmoss.
The gourmand family emit aromas good enough to eat. Notes associated to gourmand are vanilla, almond, or cacao.
The most profound fragrance blends contain essential oils, botanic absolutes, or non-toxic synthetics extracted by plant materials during distillation. In the industry, fragrance compositions are considered proprietary, with ingredients not often disclosed, but we believe there is a better way. We believe products should be composed of superior components with transparency. In our effort to redefine fine fragrance at SLHLifestyle, we’ve included an ingredients page for our luxury fragrances found here.
Elevated aromas incorporate premium ingredients, extraits, and rare absolutes.
Well-crafted fragrances are delicately defined by the layering of accords.
Identify & embrace your personal note preference to find your ideal fragrance.
Shop clean to eliminate parabens, phthalates, and synthetics whenever possible.
Align with brands that invest in quality components and ingredient transparency.
With an over-saturation of fragrance lines, from designer to luxury, selecting the right one for you can seem daunting. It's easy to get distracted by industry marketing and product packaging, which keeps us from questioning the most poignant thing: What defines fine fragrance?
Advised by acclaimed perfumeries as we reimagine the olfactory experience, the editors at SLHLifestyle have included our list of what to look for when shopping for fine fragrances.
The olfactory level is expressed by a pyramid formation consisting of top, base, and middle sections. Each section contributes to how and when you experience the note combination within a fragrance.
The top notes are what you smell first, marking the initial impression that draws you in. Top notes will tend to be light and bright in smell and consist of soft florals and citrus. These notes will be fleeting as they are the first to evaporate.
The middle notes, often called the heart, are the most prominent aromas in a fragrance. They are what you often smell when a candle is burning. The middle notes act as the fragrance's core, balancing the top and base. They consist of bright florals, fruits, light woods, or gourmands.
The base notes, often referred to as the anchor, will add depth and longevity to the fragrance. These notes will be heartier and usually linger long after a candle is extinguished. They consist of vanilla, spices, musk, and amber.
The concentration defines the longevity of a fragrance, this will range by level of intensity or percentage of fragrance. A higher fragrance percentage will contribute to a stronger scent, with an extrait being the most potent.
Eau de Parfum has a 20-40% fragrance concentration with a high fragrance level.
Eau de Toilette has a 5-15% fragrance concentration with a moderate fragrance level.
Cologne has a 2-5% fragrance concentration with a low fragrance level.
Candles has a 5-12% fragrance concentration with a low to moderate fragrance level.
The nose knows. Ever wonder why you gravitate to some fragrances over others? You may prefer a certain fragrance family type. Often depicted on a fragrance wheel, every absolute falls somewhere on the wheel or to a fragrance family based on its characteristics, this helps us identify and mix for a profound accord and more complex blend.
The floral family emits sweet and delicate aromas. Notes associated to floral are rose, jasmine, or violet.
The fresh family emits clean and airy aromas. Notes associated to fresh are aquatic, green, or citrus.
The oriental family emits elements with warmth and spicy aroma. Notes associated to oriental are peppercorn, saffron, or amber.
The woody family emit earthy and grounding aromas. Notes associated to woody are sandalwood, vetiver, and oakmoss.
The gourmand family emit aromas good enough to eat. Notes associated to gourmand are vanilla, almond, or cacao.
The most profound fragrance blends contain essential oils, botanic absolutes, or non-toxic synthetics extracted by plant materials during distillation. In the industry, fragrance compositions are considered proprietary, with ingredients not often disclosed, but we believe there is a better way. We believe products should be composed of superior components with transparency. In our effort to redefine fine fragrance at SLHLifestyle, we’ve included an ingredients page for our luxury fragrances found here.
Elevated aromas incorporate premium ingredients, extraits, and rare absolutes.
Well-crafted fragrances are delicately defined by the layering of accords.
Identify & embrace your personal note preference to find your ideal fragrance.
Shop clean to eliminate parabens, phthalates, and synthetics whenever possible.
Align with brands that invest in quality components and ingredient transparency.
With an over-saturation of fragrance lines, from designer to luxury, selecting the right one for you can seem daunting. It's easy to get distracted by industry marketing and product packaging, which keeps us from questioning the most poignant thing: What defines fine fragrance?
Advised by acclaimed perfumeries as we reimagine the olfactory experience, the editors at SLHLifestyle have included our list of what to look for when shopping for fine fragrances.
The olfactory level is expressed by a pyramid formation consisting of top, base, and middle sections. Each section contributes to how and when you experience the note combination within a fragrance.
The top notes are what you smell first, marking the initial impression that draws you in. Top notes will tend to be light and bright in smell and consist of soft florals and citrus. These notes will be fleeting as they are the first to evaporate.
The middle notes, often called the heart, are the most prominent aromas in a fragrance. They are what you often smell when a candle is burning. The middle notes act as the fragrance's core, balancing the top and base. They consist of bright florals, fruits, light woods, or gourmands.
The base notes, often referred to as the anchor, will add depth and longevity to the fragrance. These notes will be heartier and usually linger long after a candle is extinguished. They consist of vanilla, spices, musk, and amber.
The concentration defines the longevity of a fragrance, this will range by level of intensity or percentage of fragrance. A higher fragrance percentage will contribute to a stronger scent, with an extrait being the most potent.
Eau de Parfum has a 20-40% fragrance concentration with a high fragrance level.
Eau de Toilette has a 5-15% fragrance concentration with a moderate fragrance level.
Cologne has a 2-5% fragrance concentration with a low fragrance level.
Candles has a 5-12% fragrance concentration with a low to moderate fragrance level.
The nose knows. Ever wonder why you gravitate to some fragrances over others? You may prefer a certain fragrance family type. Often depicted on a fragrance wheel, every absolute falls somewhere on the wheel or to a fragrance family based on its characteristics, this helps us identify and mix for a profound accord and more complex blend.
The floral family emits sweet and delicate aromas. Notes associated to floral are rose, jasmine, or violet.
The fresh family emits clean and airy aromas. Notes associated to fresh are aquatic, green, or citrus.
The oriental family emits elements with warmth and spicy aroma. Notes associated to oriental are peppercorn, saffron, or amber.
The woody family emit earthy and grounding aromas. Notes associated to woody are sandalwood, vetiver, and oakmoss.
The gourmand family emit aromas good enough to eat. Notes associated to gourmand are vanilla, almond, or cacao.
The most profound fragrance blends contain essential oils, botanic absolutes, or non-toxic synthetics extracted by plant materials during distillation. In the industry, fragrance compositions are considered proprietary, with ingredients not often disclosed, but we believe there is a better way. We believe products should be composed of superior components with transparency. In our effort to redefine fine fragrance at SLHLifestyle, we’ve included an ingredients page for our luxury fragrances found here.
Elevated aromas incorporate premium ingredients, extraits, and rare absolutes.
Well-crafted fragrances are delicately defined by the layering of accords.
Identify & embrace your personal note preference to find your ideal fragrance.
Shop clean to eliminate parabens, phthalates, and synthetics whenever possible.
Align with brands that invest in quality components and ingredient transparency.
With an over-saturation of fragrance lines, from designer to luxury, selecting the right one for you can seem daunting. It's easy to get distracted by industry marketing and product packaging, which keeps us from questioning the most poignant thing: What defines fine fragrance?
Advised by acclaimed perfumeries as we reimagine the olfactory experience, the editors at SLHLifestyle have included our list of what to look for when shopping for fine fragrances.
Elevated aromas incorporate premium ingredients, extraits, and rare absolutes.
Well-crafted fragrances are delicately defined by the layering of accords.
Identify & embrace your personal note preference to find your ideal fragrance.
Shop clean to eliminate parabens, phthalates, and synthetics whenever possible.
Align with brands that invest in quality components and ingredient transparency.
The olfactory level is expressed by a pyramid formation consisting of top, base, and middle sections. Each section contributes to how and when you experience the note combination within a fragrance.
The top notes are what you smell first, marking the initial impression that draws you in. Top notes will tend to be light and bright in smell and consist of soft florals and citrus. These notes will be fleeting as they are the first to evaporate.
The middle notes, often called the heart, are the most prominent aromas in a fragrance. They are what you often smell when a candle is burning. The middle notes act as the fragrance's core, balancing the top and base. They consist of bright florals, fruits, light woods, or gourmands.
The base notes, often referred to as the anchor, will add depth and longevity to the fragrance. These notes will be heartier and usually linger long after a candle is extinguished. They consist of vanilla, spices, musk, and amber.
The concentration defines the longevity of a fragrance, this will range by level of intensity or percentage of fragrance. A higher fragrance percentage will contribute to a stronger scent, with an extrait being the most potent.
Eau de Parfum has a 20-40% fragrance concentration with a high fragrance level.
Eau de Toilette has a 5-15% fragrance concentration with a moderate fragrance level.
Cologne has a 2-5% fragrance concentration with a low fragrance level.
Candles has a 5-12% fragrance concentration with a low to moderate fragrance level.
The nose knows. Ever wonder why you gravitate to some fragrances over others? You may prefer a certain fragrance family type. Often depicted on a fragrance wheel, every absolute falls somewhere on the wheel or to a fragrance family based on its characteristics, this helps us identify and mix for a profound accord and more complex blend.
The floral family emits sweet and delicate aromas. Notes associated to floral are rose, jasmine, or violet.
The fresh family emits clean and airy aromas. Notes associated to fresh are aquatic, green, or citrus.
The oriental family emits elements with warmth and spicy aroma. Notes associated to oriental are peppercorn, saffron, or amber.
The woody family emit earthy and grounding aromas. Notes associated to woody are sandalwood, vetiver, and oakmoss.
The gourmand family emit aromas good enough to eat. Notes associated to gourmand are vanilla, almond, or cacao.
The most profound fragrance blends contain essential oils, botanic absolutes, or non-toxic synthetics extracted by plant materials during distillation. In the industry, fragrance compositions are considered proprietary, with ingredients not often disclosed, but we believe there is a better way. We believe products should be composed of superior components with transparency. In our effort to redefine fine fragrance at SLHLifestyle, we’ve included an ingredients page for our luxury fragrances found here.
