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Higher Notes
Beauty

Higher Notes

a visual guide to scents

by Nana Valdueza

Savor fragrance like no other in this visual experience of the most common scents in perfumery. Scroll on to see what's in store for you, as we translate each scent into visual glory. From the feminine touch of floral notes, the translation of gustatory tastes: sweet and spicy into smell, the richness of wood, and more, we bring you a euphoric experience of sensations to your favorite scents and from your favorite brands.

 

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eileen fisher

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astr the label

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Most common scent of all. A common choice among women, but is now favored as well by men. Rose, tuberose, and orange blossoms are usual notes.

Creed

tiffany & cO.

gucci fragrances

marc jacobs fragrances

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Vendor

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The taste of sweetness parallels scent. This particular scent would always remind you of candy, vanilla and any sweet gourmand.

dkny

juicy couture

bvlgari

narciso rodriguez

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calvin klein

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marks & spencers

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Exotic. Warm. Sensual.
The addition of spices from peppercorns to anise adds the oriental sensation to any perfume. A genderless choice for those wants to warm their senses.

moschino

carolina herrera

clive christian

paco rabanne

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adolfo dominguez

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The unique smell of fruits reinterpreted into a bottle of perfume. Mostly categorized with the summer atmosphere and with usual notes of mango, apple and berries.

vera wang fragrances

dolce&gabbana

givenchy

issey miyake

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ricardo preto

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ricardo preto

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Another favorite summer scent is the tangy and fresh fragrance of citrus fruits. A category of their own. An effervescent top note of vigor and refreshing citrus awakes the senses.

atelier versace

Burberry

tom ford

diptyque

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ricardo preto

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An aromatic scent of freshness can be clearly visualized by water. The zingy scent of herbs, grass, and cool feeling of water makes up the composition of this scent.

berdoues 1902

dolce&GABBANA

SOLINOTES PARIS

ACCA KAPPA

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LACOSTE

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LACOSTE

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Dry and deep.
The dominance of resin or the depth of dried woods makes this scent perfect for men. It's opulent and rich, a classic scent for the senses.

ermenegildo zegna

nautica

montblanc fragrances

salvatore ferragamo fragrances

A VISUAL GUIDE TO SCENTS
Words by Nana Valdueza

Savor fragrance like no other in this visual experience of the most common scents in perfumery.

Scroll down
to see what's in store for you as we translate each scent into visual glory. From the feminine touch of floral notes to the translation of gustatory tastes of sweet and spicy into smell to the richness of wood, and more—we bring you a euphoric experience of sensations to your favorite scents and a number of our recommendations from your favorite brands.

The most common scent of all. A usual choice among women, but is now likewise favored by men. Expect the floral notes of rose, tuberose, and orange blossoms in these fragrances.

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eileen fisher

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astr the label

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creed

tiffany&co.

gucci fragrances

marc jacobs fragrances

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lady rustan

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The taste of sweetness parallels scent. This particular scent would always remind you of candy, vanilla and any sweet gourmand.

dkny

juicy couture

bvlgari

narciso rodriguez

Exotic. Warm. Sensual.
The addition of spices from peppercorns to anise adds to the oriental sensation of any perfume. A genderless choice for those who want to warm their senses.

swipe left to get the look

calvin klein

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marks & spencers

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moschino

carolina herrera

clive christian

paco rabanne

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adolfo dominguez

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The unique smell of fruits reinterpreted into a bottle of perfume. Mostly categorized for the tropical atmosphere and with the usual notes of mango, apple, and berries.

vera wang fragrances

dolce&gabbana

givenchy

issey miyake

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Ricardo preto

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Ricardo preto

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A must-have fragrance profile for man and woman alike, the fresh and tangy fragrance of citrus fruits needs no explanation. An effervescent top note of vigor coupled with the refreshing citrus awakes the senses.

atelier versace

burberry

tom ford

diptyque

A scent of freshness can clearly be visualized by the constant motion of the sea. The zingy scent of herbs, grass, and cool feeling of water makes up the composition of this scent.

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Ricardo preto

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Berdoues 1902

Dolce&gabbana

solinotes paris

acca kappa

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lacoste

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lacoste

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Dry and deep.
The dominance of resin or the depth of dried woods make this scent perfect for men. It is opulent and rich, a classic scent for the senses.

ermenegildo zegna

nautica

montblanc fragrances



Photographer: Joy Frances Ulit
Creative Director and Stylist: Nana Valdueza
Art Director: Kevin Dexter Magno and Nana Valdueza
Production Coordinator: Elaine Contreras
Makeup: Lea Ancheta-De Barras

Production Designers: Mica Carreon and Claudine Vizconde
Models: Kathlyn Gabrielle Asuncion, Chucel Njigha and Bruno Olímpio, from IM Agency
Shot on location at Parallax Studios

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