A signature perfume is a fragrance that you like to find and that you associate with the way you present yourself. To choose it, observe your preferences on several ports, in usual situations. It doesn't have to be rare, expensive, or very powerful.
This search is different from a purchase for an isolated occasion. The signature perfume should above all make you want to come back to its smell. You can also change it over time or like several fragrances without choosing just one.
Identify what you like to find
Take back the perfumes that you wore with pleasure. What impressions remain important to you: a vanilla sweetness, a fruity opening, flowers or woods? Also note the level of presence you appreciate.
These preferences guide your discovery without locking you in. The guides vanilla, gourmand and woody allow associations to be explored.
Go from first print to multiple tries
- Choose two or three candidates. A short selection facilitates comparison.
- Wear them separately. Write down what you like at the start and then throughout the day.
- Vary the usual situations. Ask yourself if you also like perfume when you work, go out or stay at home.
- Return to favorite. The desire to wear it again can be a better indicator than a very strong impression upon discovery.
The skin test method details the comparison notebook. If you use a box, check the available references before planning the tests.
Evaluate the presence that suits you
An olfactory signature can be discreet. You don't need to be noticed from a distance to appreciate your scent. Distinguish the duration, the diffusion around you and the trace after your passage: see sillage, projection and longevity.
In shared places, take into account proximity to other people. A scent you love can stay comfortable with the right application; the search for maximum intensity is not a necessary objective.
Choosing without depending on a label
The terms niche, designer or trend describe a commercial or stylistic context, without deciding your preference. The guide niche or designer explains these limits. Your budget and the format you will actually use should also guide the purchase.
If you are exploring EL KAYAN, start with the notes of the collection and our selection by profile. These are avenues for discovering the brand, to be confirmed with your experience.
Frequently asked questions
Should you wear the same perfume every day?
No. A perfume can keep a special place in your habits even if you like to vary it.
Should a signature perfume be rare?
No. Your attachment to a scent and your pleasure in wearing it do not depend on its rarity.
Can we change our signature perfume?
Yes. Your preferences and situations may change. A new choice does not erase the memories associated with the previous one.