When you discover a scent, it's bound to provoke a sensation or remind you of someone. A perfume evokes moments, places, people, or so many sensations that it's impossible to describe what it conveys.
That's why, in this post, we want to tell you about our olfactory families and which fragrances belong to each one. That way, the next time you choose a perfume, you'll be very clear about the sensation you want to leave in whoever captures your essence.
What are olfactory families?
The classification of perfumes by olfactory family was proposed by perfumers in the 20th century, with the aim of being able to classify (or at least attempt to) the great multitude of aromas that exist in the world of perfumery. This makes it much easier to get an idea of what a perfume smells like and which ones might be similar to it, which is tremendously useful for the user.
Today, there is no single universally accepted classification, since this world is full of nuances and it is often very difficult to pigeonhole a fragrance into a single family, but it is a very valuable and approximate guide.
Types of olfactory families that exist
Let's see what the different types of olfactory families are and which ones you can find in our extensive perfume catalog of equivalence.
AQUATIC OLFACTORY FAMILY
The aquatic olfactory family includes those fresh, light aromas that smell clean and of good weather. Its personality comes from a synthetic essence called Calone, which gives it the perfect marine touch for hot days. An example of this is DIVAIN-206, a perfume equivalent to Cool Water by Davidoff for men.
MUSK OLFACTORY FAMILY
The aromas that characterize the musk olfactory family have been traditionally associated with seduction and sensuality.
They are pure, powerful, and elegant fragrances, perfect for enhancing magnetism and femininity or masculinity, since musk (the base component of this olfactory family) is used in both masculine and feminine fragrances, as it gives body and intensifies the aroma of any perfume. Does it appeal to you? Well you have to try DIVAIN-576, perfume equivalent to Molecule 01 by Escentric Molecules.
FAMILY WOODY OLFACTORY
The woody olfactory family includes perfumes that are very intense and with character, those that intoxicate and leave a mark. It is widely used in masculine aromas, although it is beginning to be used more and more in feminine fragrances. They range from the intensity of cedar or patchouli to the freshness of pine and bamboo.
We have many woody perfumes in our catalog, among which we highlight,DIVAIN-568 perfume equivalent to Mon Guerlain by Guerlain for women and DIVAIN-015, perfume equivalent to Only the Brave by Diesel for men.
CHYPRUS OLFACTORY FAMILY
The chypre olfactory family is an intense olfactory family with a lot of personality. It includes various aromas, ranging from patchouli and moss, through flowers, amber and musk. These are perfumes with character and a lot of personality, only suitable for very self-confident men and women.
CITRUS OLFACTORY FAMILY
It hardly needs an explanation, right? Lemon, orange, bergamot, grapefruit or lime... Fresh, cheerful and youthful aromas that take you straight to summer. Perfect for those days when the heat is suffocating or when you need a shot of energy. Ideal for people of all ages and sexes. And for the little ones too! An example is DIVAIN-038, equivalent to Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana for men.
LEATHER OLFACTORY FAMILY
The leather olfactory family is one of the most unique but also one of the oldest in the world of perfumery. They are soft perfumes, with aromas of wood, moss and smoke. Tones of birch, coffee or nuts to create subtle, but memorable masculine fragrances, suitable for almost any occasion.
A clear example of this? DIVAIN-076, perfume equivalent to For Her by Narciso Rodriguez for women.
SPICY OLFACTORY FAMILY
The perfumes of the spicy olfactory family are bold and spicy, with An oriental touch. They're a spark of energy, a vital touch. They often contain spicy notes, such as cinnamon, pepper, or cardamom.
Are you planning an intense night of seduction? Well, take note because these fragrances are ideal for that: for women, DIVAIN-512, perfume similar to Eau de Parfum Gucci and DIVAIN-369, similar to Sauvage Elixir de Dior for man.
FLORAL OLFACTORY FAMILY
It is the largest olfactory family and the most popular, because they are the most typical aromas in perfumery.
These are romantic, simple, but not simple fragrances, such as DIVAIN-143, a perfume equivalent to Pure Poison by Dior
Although there are more and more men who dare to highlight their masculinity with a touch of romanticism, using perfumes like DIVAIN-004, similar to 212 Men.
FOUGÉRE OLFACTORY FAMILY
Fougère means fern in French, so these fragrances are those that try to reproduce the strong, fresh and natural essence of the forests, with essences reminiscent of moss, wood, bergamot or lavender. The fougère olfactory family is perfect for men who exude vitality and strength, we recommend DIVAIN-014, a perfume similar to HUGO by Hugo Boss or DIVAIN-020, similar to Polo by Ralph Laurent.
FRUITY OLFACTORY FAMILY
Perfumes from the fruity olfactory family are mostly feminine, with a wide presence of fruity tones, but excluding citrus fruits. If you like sweet fragrances, you've found the right family for you.
ORIENTAL OLFACTORY FAMILY
The aromas of the Oriental olfactory family are, obviously, sweet, exotic, and intense aromas that transport us to the most beautiful landscapes of the Far East, thanks to the continuous presence of ingredients such as vanilla, myrrh, and benzoin.
They are ideal for sophisticated, elegant people with a marked sensuality and innate magnetism.
The perfect example is Omnia de Bulgari (DIVAIN-525) for lady and Opium for men (DIVAIN-045). Who can resist them? In our sincere opinion, no one.
VANILLA OLFACTORY FAMILY
The vanilla aroma has been appreciated by all cultures and is widely used in perfumery for its sweet and warm touch. It is completely delicious and relaxes and calms the moment you smell it.
The fragrances of the vanilla olfactory family are characterized by being the most classic but which maintain all their validity with more current mixtures, such as DIVAIN-079, a perfume similar to 212 VIP ideal for the most flirtatious women and feminine.
Now that you know all the olfactory families, which of them do your favorite fragrances belong to? And if you choose several... When do you prefer to use each of them? Don't settle for trying just one olfactory family! Open your mind and explore this fascinating world, the world of perfumery.
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