Weather Guide for Perfumes

🌤️ How Weather Affects Perfumes – A Guide to Seasonal Fragrance Choices

Choosing the right fragrance isn't just about personal preference — it's also about the weather. Temperature, humidity, and even sunlight can drastically affect how a perfume smells and how long it lasts. Here's how to pick the right notes for every season:

☀️ Summer – Go Light, Fresh, and Airy

Hot weather intensifies fragrances, which can become overwhelming if they're too rich.

Best Notes for Summer:

• Citrus (lemon, bergamot, grapefruit)

• Aquatic (marine, sea breeze, lotus)

• Green and herbal (mint, basil, tea)

Avoid: Heavy orientals, strong ambers, and animalic musks

🍂 Autumn – Embrace Warmth and Spice

Cooler air allows richer notes to bloom without being overpowering.

Best Notes for Autumn:

• Spices (cinnamon, clove, cardamom)

• Woods (cedarwood, vetiver, sandalwood)

• Gourmand (vanilla, tonka bean, caramel)

❄️ Winter – Go Bold and Deep

In cold weather, heavier scents shine and stay close to the skin.

Best Notes for Winter:

• Amber and balsamic (labdanum, myrrh)

• Leathery and animalic (leather, musk)

• Resinous and smoky (frankincense, incense, oud)

🌸 Spring – Fresh Florals and Soft Greens

As nature blooms, so should your fragrance — think floral and optimistic.

Best Notes for Spring:

• Floral (rose, peony, lily of the valley)

• Fruity (pear, apple, raspberry)

• Dewy and green (freesia, green tea, fig leaf)

Quick Tip: Fragrance Longevity by Season

• Summer: Apply to clothes, not just skin, for better longevity

• Winter: Use richer base notes to ensure projection

• Spring/Autumn: Layer lighter and heavier scents for balance