The eight fragrance families.
The eight fragrance families are Citrus, Floral, Woody, Spicy, Gourmand, Aromatic, Resinous, and Earthy: the standard way perfumery groups a scent by the notes that dominate it. Fragnatique maps every fragrance in its app database to one of them, so start with the family that sounds like you.
CitrusBergamot, lemon, neroli and grapefruit: perfumery's brightest family.Spring · Summer
FloralPerfumery's largest family: rose, jasmine, tuberose and peony.Spring · Summer · Autumn
WoodyCedar, sandalwood, oud and vetiver, worn close to the skin.Autumn · Winter
SpicyPepper, cardamom, cinnamon and saffron, rarely worn alone.Autumn · Winter
GourmandVanilla, tonka, caramel and coffee, worn close and warm.Autumn · Winter
AromaticLavender, mint, rosemary and sage: the classic fougere.Spring · Summer
ResinousAmber, labdanum, benzoin, leather and tobacco: winter warmth.Autumn · Winter
EarthyOakmoss, patchouli and vetiver: the chypre backbone.Autumn · Winter
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