Perfumes for every season - how to choose scents for the season

Each season has its own rhythm, temperature and colour scheme – and with them our moods, needs and scent preferences change. A professional perfumer knows that harmony with the season is key to emphasising personality and style. In this guide, we suggest how to consciously choose perfumes for the seasons, taking into account the composition of scent notes, their intensity and character.

Spring – awakening of the senses

Spring is a time of renewal, lightness and the first rays of sunshine. Fresh, green and subtly floral scents dominate then. Compositions with notes of:

• citrus – bergamot, mandarin, grapefruit,

• green accords – freshly cut grass, green tea, violet leaves,

• delicate flowers – lily of the valley, lilac, freesia, jasmine.

Spring perfumes are energizing and optimistic, perfect for daytime and everyday use. Their task is to refresh and introduce lightness.

Summer – the essence of freshness and lightness

Summer is a time of sun, warmth and holiday relaxation. At high temperatures, fragrances with a low concentration of essential oils (e.g. eau de toilette, cologne) work best, containing:

• water and sea notes – ozone chords, sea breeze,

• exotic fruits – mango, passion fruit, melon,

• citrus fruits – lime, yuzu, lemon,

• aldehydes and ozonic notes that create the effect of cleanliness and air.

Summer compositions are like a cool touch – they bring refreshment, do not dominate, but accompany discreetly.

Autumn – depth and nobility

As the leaves change color and the evenings get cooler, our skin holds heavier scents better. Fall is the season for perfumes with character:

• woody notes – vetiver, cedar, sandalwood,

• spicy accents – cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg,

• fruity notes – dried plum, ripe apple,

• flowers with an oriental twist – patchouli, damask rose, iris.

This is the time when we can allow ourselves more enveloping and sensual scents – ideal for the evening, but also for elegant daytime stylings.

Winter – intensity, warmth and luxury

Winter is the season of rich, full and lasting scents. The skin accepts intensive compositions better, so it is worth reaching for perfumes with a higher concentration:

• oriental notes – vanilla, amber, resins,

• balsamic accords – benzoin, myrrh, incense,

• gourmand – caramel, tonka, praline, cocoa,

• leather and musk notes – deep, enveloping, elegant.

Winter scents add class, envelop warmth and build presence. It's the perfect time to experiment with niche perfumes and rich accords.

Perfumer's Tips – How to Test and Wear Perfumes Seasonally?

• Don't rush testing. The scent develops in stages - give it time.

• Test on skin, not on a blotter. Skin chemistry affects composition.

• Change your scent in the morning and evening. Day and evening perfumes can be different.

• Don't be afraid to experiment. The seasons are the perfect excuse to discover new notes.

Summary

Choosing a scent for the season is an art that combines the knowledge of perfumery with everyday comfort of use. The seasonality of compositions allows you to fully enjoy their beauty and function. In the My Smell collection you will find scents tailored to each season - fresh for summer, enveloping for winter, light for spring and sensual for autumn. Allow yourself a scent journey through all seasons with My Smell.