The Fragrance Journal

Split scene contrasting a sunny tropical beach with a snowy mountain landscape and warm fireplace.
Summer vs Winter Perfumes: Why Weather Changes Your Fragrance
Do you need different perfumes for summer and winter? Discover how temperature, humidity and fragrance styles affect what you enjoy wearing. Read more...
Side-by-side scenes of a woman in a bright daytime setting and a warmly lit evening setting.
Daytime vs Nighttime Perfumes: Does the Time of Day Matter?
Can you wear the same perfume in the day and at night? Learn why some scents feel more suited to different occasions and how to choose without rigid rules. Read more...
Perfume bottles and small travel atomisers stored upright in a cream-lined vanity drawer.
How to Store Perfume Properly: Does Perfume Expire?
Find out how to store perfume, whether fragrances expire, why heat and sunlight matter, and how to care for full bottles and perfume decants. Read more...
Bleu de Chanel, Versace Eros and Montblanc perfume bottles on a marble counter in a warmly lit lounge.
Perfume Longevity, Projection & Sillage: What's the Difference?
How long does perfume last, how far does it project, and what is sillage? Understand fragrance performance and how to test it before buying. Read more...
Fragrance accords illustration with citrus, flowers, tropical fruit, ocean waves, spices and woods.
Fragrance Accords Explained: What They Mean and How They Work
What are fragrance accords and main accords? Learn how fruity, floral, woody, amber, aquatic and gourmand scent profiles help you choose perfume. Read more...
Illustrated fragrance note pyramid showing citrus top notes, floral heart notes, and woody base notes.
Perfume Notes Explained: Top, Middle & Base Notes
What are top, middle and base notes in perfume? Learn how fragrance notes change from first spray to dry-down, with examples from real perfumes. Read more...
Woman gently spraying perfume near her neck in warm natural light.
How to Apply Perfume Correctly and Make It Last Longer
Learn where to spray perfume, how many sprays to use, whether to rub your wrists, and practical ways to help your fragrance last longer. Read more...
Dior Sauvage, Bleu de Chanel and Marc Jacobs Daisy perfume bottles arranged with other fragrances on a warm marble display.
How to Choose Your Signature Scent: A Practical Perfume Guide
Not sure which perfume suits you? Learn how to choose a signature scent using fragrance families, notes, skin testing and samples—without blind buying. Read more...
Illustrated comparison of six perfume types with labelled bottles, from Eau de Cologne and Eau de Toilette to Extrait and Elixir.
Perfume Types Explained: Cologne, EDT, EDP, Parfum, Extrait & Elixir
A complete guide to six perfume types: Eau de Cologne, EDT, EDP, Parfum, Extrait de Parfum and Elixir. Learn what the labels mean and which fragrance suits you. Read more...
Full-size perfume bottles displayed alongside smaller sample and decant atomisers on a marble surface.
Perfume Samples vs Decants: What's the Difference?
Wondering whether to choose a perfume sample or decant? Learn the difference, how 2ml, 5ml and 10ml sizes compare, and what to check before buying in Australia. Read more...