Whenever I think of fruity perfumes, my mind immediately goes to my 13-year-old self's "beauty stash." I was 13 in 2002, so you bet my makeup inventory consisted of glitter eye shadow, glitter powder, the shiniest lip gloss (like MAC's Lipglass or a good ol' Lancôme Juicy Tube), drugstore mascara (still can't go wrong with Maybelline's Great Lash), and of course the sweetest fragrance I could find. What differentiates a good perfume from a great one? The best perfumes for women are those that smell beautiful to you, have the power to evoke treasured memories of people, places and things, and can conjure up a range of emotions as a result. And that comes down to science. There are very few perfumes that come close to this iconic scent. Dior's Miss Dior Eau de Parfum has a fresh, flowery trifecta of light lilies, spicy peonies, and powdery irises that will lift anyone's spirits. Floral scents are also known for their seductive qualities but it is important to choose the right ones. Rose is a fresh scent but it is one of the most popular especially when coupled with jasmine. Musky notes are incredibly seductive and are often found at the base of a scent.

This light, floral fragrance is a classic, so it's no wonder that editorial assistant Gabriela Thorne has been loving it recently. This subtle scent fuses citrus with rose, jasmine, white musk, and vanilla to create a sweet and sultry perfume. Once it dries down, expect to also smell bergamot, pear, and spicy pink peppercorn.Pure Poison would be a great perfume to wear on a night out when you are looking to seduce a sexy stranger. Wearing this perfume will bring out the erotic and daring side of your personality, perhaps one that you never knew you had.

Lastly, as the perfume begins to fade away, you'll notice the base notes. These incorporate serious chocolate notes of Mexican chocolate, Patchouli, Vanille, sandalwood, amber, incense, Vetiver, and white musk. Patchouli has a strong citrusy scent, perfect for leaving a lasting impression. Vanille and amber are strong sweet, and earthy scents. Vetiver and Mexican chocolate add that bit of addictiveness. And incense and sandalwood drive the fragrance home by incorporating an earthy texture to the scent (FYI is it a great ladies perfume for the summer). Bath Body Works Fine Fragrance Mist, Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin: Engulf yourself in the scent of sweet cinnamon and pumpkin with this fine fragrance mist from Bath Body Works. Men do like the scent of perfume on a woman but your natural scent will also contain pheromones to help you attract attention. When wearing a fragrance, it is important that it is not too strong as that can turn attraction into repulsion; in short, find the right balance. Inspiration for sexy women’s scents A smell is interpreted when an odour passes into the brain’s olfactory bulb, via the upper part of the nose,” explains perfumer Frederic Malle. “That information then goes to an area where emotions are processed, after which it is carried to the part of the brain where memory forms.”When you first apply the fragrance, it'll open with positive fruity notes. The top notes include plum, Pitahaya, and star fruit. Plum has a sweet smell with a bit of citrus, while star fruit also follows in the same sentiment. Pitahaya, also known as Dragon Fruit, is an exotic scent that gives off a heady floral aroma. Overall, the top notes begin your day with an addictive and exotic scent.

If you want to smell good enough to eat, Kayali’s Vanilla 28 is one of the most alluring, true-sweet scents out there. This is a true gourmand vanilla rather than a synthetic version- think fresh-out-of-the-oven cupcakes. Like an indulgent French dessert, Mon Paris has just the right amount of sweet. Red berries and pear intermingle with lush, rich ingredients like white musk, patchouli, and — how fabulous does this sound? — crystal moss. The result: a luminous, sexy scent. Once the heart notes die out and the night bleeds into daylight, you'll leave the room smelling woody and citrusy. The base notes are patchouli, amber, and sandalwood. Patchouli has a strong woody and citrusy scent. Sandalwood also has an earthy, woody scent. And amber has a sugary earthy scent, ideal for generating desire and allure. Did you know Christian Dior was a foodie? The iconic designer had strong opinions about dessert, and his personal favorite was a pastry created for him at the famed Paris restaurant Maxim’s. The recipe for the Diorama Gourmand is lost to history, but that didn’t stop Francois Demachy, Dior’s in-house perfumer, from paying homage. Notes: Tamarindo is led by pineapple, jasmine absolute, and vanilla absolute, opposing bergamot oil, cardamom, benzoin, and patchouli.Fragrance Review is an online magazine featuring expert opinions, information on trends, and the latest product releases from major brands in the fragrance industry. Notes: Francis Kurkdjian’s dreamy floral mixes Jamaican amyris—a flowering plant with a rich citrus scent—and Florentine iris to create a voyage for the senses. Pear, sweet pea, and lemon blossom also comprise this blend. You don't have to be a fragrance connoisseur to know that rose perfumes are a cult classic. They're considered the crème de la crème of floral scents, and for a good reason too. Most of us would find them nostalgic and, at times even too familiar, but rose fragrances are much more versatile than you'd think. There’s a fairy-tale quality to Alessandro Michele’s designs for Gucci. The designer regularly evokes myths and folk tales within his work, and the brand’s Alchemist’s Garden fragrance collection bottles that magic. Naturally, the frangipani-focused A Chant for the Nymph lives up to its otherworldly name.