Creating your signature fragrance

A signature scent is a small luxury with a long memory. People recall it long after the evening ends.

Start with what you already love

Think about the smells you reach for without thinking. Warm woods. Fresh citrus. A little smoke. Those instincts are the honest place to start.

Build in three layers

A fragrance opens, settles and lingers. The top notes greet people. The heart is the mood. The base is what stays on a scarf the next day. Choose one you love in each layer and let them talk to each other.

Wear it before you commit

Live with a scent for a day before you decide. Skin changes everything. What feels bold on paper can turn quiet and lovely by the afternoon.

Members, we run signature fragrance evenings from time to time. Watch the Journal for the next one.