Can perfumes be seasonal?
Written on 4 September 2023
Which of these describes your perfume profile :
- The Perfume Loyalist : You’ve found your fragrance for life, a signature scent that you wear year after year, rain or shine.
- The Perfume Fashionista : You change your perfume like you change your clothes – and wear a different fragrance depending on the season, the activity, or your vibe that day !
At Galimard, we’ve created olfactive recipes to honor both perfume personality types – whether you’re looking for a fragrance for life or for something fresh for the season! See below some of our recommendations for scents inspired by the seasons:
Spring
Although every season has something to offer to the industry of perfume, springtime holds a special place in our hearts, as it is the season that many special flowers such as lily of the valley, jasmine, and mimosa begin to blossom.
Light, fresh and floral are the keywords to guide you through this season – the women’s fragrances below provide the perfect example :
- Brindille : a bouquet of white flowers composed of lily of the valley, jasmine, and ylang ylang – a floral masterpiece that is both subtle and feminine.
- Plumetis : a mystical composition of heliotrope, mimosa, and jasmine, on a base of musk and amber for a twist of originality. composition d’héliotrope, de mimosa et de jasmin, soutenus de musc et d’ambre donne à ce parfum toute son originalité.
- Pêle Mêle : a bubbling mixture of fresh and fruity fragrances : green tea, rose, musc, sandalwood, peach, and plum. Quintessential springtime notes.
And for him, the perfumes below play on the citrus and woody notes of spring:
- Mezzanotte : la mix of bergamot, lavender, and apple as head notes complement sandalwood – a joyful fragrance filled with character.
- 1747 : this perfume featuring marine notes, one of our favorites for men’s perfume, is composed of bergamot, citrus, and lavender as head notes, bringing a fresh touch to the base of cedar, sandalwood, and white musk.
The flowers have blossomed and the spring rains have fallen, it’s time for summer!
Summer
Summer is intrinsically linked with thoughts of sun, sea, and vacation. Barbecues with friends, picnics at sunset… some of our best memories were made in the summer sun.
To accompany you on your summer adventures, Galimard has created a list of radiant women’s fragrances :
- Été dernier : this fragrance composed of bergamot, orange blossom, and ylang-ylang head notes is warm, attractive, and intoxicating.
- Solenzara : the association of tart fruits such as mandarine, cassis, and bergamot is accompanied by a floral softness to create a delicate summer composition.
- Journal intime : a splendid marriage of cassis, grapefruit, and rose head notes rest on a base of sandalwood and musk, giving this perfume character with a fun and feminine twist.
For him, we chose fragrances that are airy and athletic :
- 1 : this fragrance is inspired by la Provence in France and the song of the cicadas with its composition of lemon, grapefruit, and rosemary headnotes and musk and patchouli at the base. .
- Aigues Vives Intense : this mix of fruity fragrances such as grapefruit, pink berries, and melon accompanied by amber, cedarwood, and vetiver give this fragrance an elegant intensity.
Autumn
As the weather starts to cool and the countryside takes on autumn colors of red, orange, and brown, woody fragrances come to mind to bring warmth to the autumn season.
Try these women’s fragrances for spooky season:
- Printemps étoilé : this composition with sweet notes is perfect for autumn with a lovely mix of bergamot, peach, and pear along with brown sugar, tonka bean, musk and vanilla.
- Bois de lune : another sweet, comforting mix, this fragrance is composed of end of summer fruits and lavandin, along with sweet notes, with sandalwood and musc as a base.
- Nuit câline : this perfume is light and tender with a pleasant combination of lemon and pink grapefruit as headnotes, and geranium, clove, and rose heartnotes.
For him, these perfumes are a perfect complement to your cashmere sweaters:
Winter
The year is nearing it’s close, and so begin the festivities of the holiday season. Chilly weather gives us all reason to stay cozy by the fire. It’s time for opulent and spiced fragrances to bring warmth to this winter season.
For her, the following fragrances will warm her heart :
- Cantabelle : cassis, cranberry, and orange head notes complement a heart of jasmine and lily of the valley.
- Féminissime : pineapple, bergamot, citrus and peach headnotes, with orange blossom, iris, and jasmine heart notes sit on a base of tonka bean for a bold and sweet fragrance.
- Canaïca : this fragrance is the ultimate chime of winter, with notes of caramel, raspberry, and exotic ylang-ylang.
For him, these fragrances are the perfect addition to his winter fit:
- Quai des brumes : this new perfume, inspired by the film, is composed of lavender, mandarin, and green apple along with star anis, sandalwood, and vetiver heart notes creating an unforgettable fragrance.
- Sportissimo : this perfume is composed of a mix of the unusual mugwort, bergamot, and rosemary head notes on a base of rosewood, orange blossom, and lavender heart notes.
These are just a few ideas to inspire you on your quest for the perfect perfume !
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