Its creeping up faster than you think....that Hallmark holiday that most of us dread every year.. VALENTINE'S DAY! We all know that fragrances (along with chocolates and flowers) are among the most popular gifts for this holiday, so hopefully we can de-mystify finding the perfect fragrance for your special someone.

First of all, you are going to want to look at what you want this fragrance to say about your man (or woman).  Is this person easy-going and bright, dark and sophisticated, or down to earth and romantic? You also may want to consider sticking to a Spring/Summer fragrance for a Valentine's Day gift as these seasons are quickly approaching.  What I recommend, is knowing what their current fragrance is, doing some research on the scent story, and pick a fragrance in a similar range, but maybe with an updated appeal! The #1 rule of shopping for fragrance is make sure to GET A RECEIPT and KNOW THE RETURN POLICY in case your partner doesn't share your scent sentiment!

WHAT DOES YOUR SCENT SAY ABOUT YOU?

POWDERY: Emotional and Innocent

For Her: Harajuku Lovers Baby by GWEN STEFANI ($33/oz), BENEFIT Maybe Baby ($32/oz)

For Him: BURBERRY Brit for Men ($35/oz), JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Le Male ($45/oz)

FLORAL: Sensual and Sexy

For Her: Flower by KENZO ($34/oz), DIOR Midnight Poison ($59/oz)


For Him: KENZO Power for Men ($34/oz), Eternity for Men by CALVIN KLEIN ($50/oz)


VANILLA: Calm and Collected

For Her: JO MALONE Vanilla Anise ($55/oz), MARC JACOBS Daisy ($45/oz)

For Him: SALVADOR DALI for Men ($35/oz), D&G 10 La Roue De La Fortune ($69/oz)



WOODSY: Energetic and Strong

For Her: AQUA DI PARMA "Magolia Nobile" ($165/oz), DONNA KARAN Cashmere Mist ($48/oz) 


For Him: Adventure by DAVIDOFF ($25/oz), THIERRY MUGLER A*Men ($40/oz)



CITRUS: An Organized Leader

For Her: STILA Mandarin Mist ($25/oz), BULGARI White Tea ($62/oz)

For Him: JOHN VARVATOS Artisan ($57/oz), DIOR Eau Savage ($52/oz)



MUSKY: Dependable and Focused

For Her: L by L.A.M.B. by Gwen Stefani ($31/oz), VERA WANG Princess ($45/oz)

For Him: The Beat for Men by BURBERRY ($35/oz), BULGARI Man ($58/oz)


AQUATIC: Sensitive and Thoughtful
For Her: Bond No. 9 Hamptons
$150/oz -
For Him: Hugo Boss Hugo Element ($39/oz), Bleu de Chanel ($59/oz)


AT THE END OF THE DAY, GO TO THE STORE...AND GET YOUR PARTNER WHAT YOU THINK THEY WILL SMELL GREAT WEARING!!!