19/05/2026
To properly understand the various perfume families, think of them as a group of friends at a party. This is how their behaviour would be like...
1. Citrus = The Energetic Morning Person
Fresh, lemon, bergamot, grapefruit.
*Behavior:* Up at 6am, already had a workout, brings coffee for everyone. Bubbly, optimistic, a bit impatient. They light up the room instantly but can be a little sharp if you're not awake yet. Gone too fast, but they leave you feeling awake.
2. Floral = The Romantic and Expressive Friend
Rose, jasmine, peony, lily, ylang-ylang.
*Behavior:* Dresses beautifully, remembers birthdays, talks with their hands. Emotionally open, loves compliments, sometimes dramatic. They're the ones who'll make the dinner feel special and bring up deep feelings out of nowhere.
3. Woody = The Calm, Grounded Mentor
Sandalwood, cedar, vetiver, patchouli.
*Behavior:* Quiet confidence. Doesn't need to be the center of attention. Speaks slowly, gives solid advice, probably has a workshop and knows how to fix things. Feels safe and stable. It gets better the longer you know them.
4. Oriental/Amber = The Mysterious, Sensual One
Amber, vanilla, spices, resins, labdanum.
*Behavior:* Walks in late, dressed in velvet, smells expensive. Speaks softly but everyone leans in to listen. Warm, intimate, a little seductive. They're not for everyone, but if you like them, you're hooked.
5. Fresh/Aquatic = The Chill, Minimalist Friend
Sea salt, water notes, green leaves.
*Behavior:* Wears linen, surfs, and owns one really nice water bottle. Low-maintenance, clean, easygoing. They make everything feel calm and uncomplicated. Not dramatic, just pleasant to be around.
6. Gourmand = The Fun, Indulgent Friend
Vanilla, caramel, chocolate, coffee, praline.
*Behavior:* Always brings dessert. Laughs loud, loves comfort, makes everything feel cozy and nostalgic. A bit extra, but nobody complains because it smells/tastes too good. Can be overwhelming if they don't read the room.
7. Chypre = The Sophisticated, Complex One
Bergamot + oakmoss + patchouli + florals.
*Behavior:* Vintage fashion, reads philosophy, has strong opinions. Elegant but not flashy. Can seem cold at first, but has layers. They challenge you a bit, and you respect them for it.
8. Leather = The Edgy, Loyal Rebel
Leather, to***co, smoke, birch tar.
*Behavior:* Rides a motorbike, has tattoos, and tells brutal truths. Looks tough, but would drive 2 hours to help you move. Protective, loyal, and hates small talk. Not for casual occasions.
I had to ask Meta AI for help, cause I wanted a correct description. I hope this shines more light on your fragrance choices.