Chypre

    These perfumes have a soft, earthy, woody scent. The name comes from Chypre perfume introduced by Coty in 1917. It was inspired by Mediterranean Island of Cypress and reflects its warm climate and earthy atmosphere.

    Citrus

    This family of perfumes reflects its name and is mainly comprised of citrus scents like lemon, orange, tangerine and grapefruit. These fragrances are universally fresh, crisp and exhilarating.

    Floral

    This is by far the largest fragrance family. These perfumes usually reflect a combination of two or more floral scents and are as sweet smelling as a summer garden.

    Fruity

    This family has all of the crisp, clean qualities of our favorite fruits. Apple, apricot, bergamot neroli, passion fruit, pineapple, peach, or papaya are often used as a base.

    Leather

    Leather, a fragrance for men, is represented by distinctive scents like juniper trees, birch tar and tree resin. Perfumes composed of this combination of these ingredients have a rich masculine scent.

    Oceanic

    These fragrances remind you of mountain air, ocean breezes or desert winds and are composed entirely of synthetic materials.

    Oriental

    This fragrance family is lush, musky and dramatic. Mainly comprised of the mysterious scents of the Far East, these perfumes carry heavy scents which give them a strong, long lasting appeal. (SD-Agencies)