Here's a hint: Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum takes the top spot for best overall thanks to its universal appeal. Without further adieu, here are the best perfumes for women that are floral, spicy, fruity, sexy, and undeniably timeless.
Parfum VI by Gianni Vive Sulman: $89,000. 1 million, LUXE edition by Paco Rabanne: $57,000. Les Larmes Sacrées de Thebes by Baccarat: $6,800. Le N°5 Parfum Grand Extrait by Chanel: $3,500. Poivre by Caron: $1,000.
Ginger, cardamom, licorice, and chocolate tend to stir romantic feelings, while rose promotes positivity and happiness. Simple smells, as opposed to complex blends of scents, are powerful motivators when it comes to spending, researchers at Washington State University found.
For women's favorite men's colognes, you can't fail with a fruity, citrus-forward scent like Bleu de Chanel or Only the Brave by Diesel. These fragrances are easy to wear daily and have a clean smell that's attractive to women.
Earthy scents like sandalwood, patchouli, and rosewood are strong scents commonly associated with masculinity. The earthy aroma can warm the body and increase feelings of well-being, thereby increasing a woman's desire for a sexual encounter.
2 15 Best Scents That Arouse A Woman—Or Two, Depending On How Effective Your Fragrance Choice Is. 2.1 Vanilla. 2.2 Jasmine. 2.3 Sandalwood. 2.4 Lavender.
Well, a team of scientists from the University of Oxford think they've worked out the best and worst smells in the world. According to their study, the best smell is vanilla and the worst smell is sweaty feet.
Aquatic fragrances and those that contain mint are attractive to women because they smell clean and hint at good hygiene. Wearing a cologne with an aquatic or minty accord can enhance the effect of a hygienic appearance, which is important when attracting females.
A study conducted by researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden and the University of Oxford has found that vanilla is the world's most universally-loved scent. This indicates, the research teams noted, that cultural background does not influence individual response to smell as much as was once thought.
