(By Ishita Misra)
Think about wearing a heavy wool coat in the middle of the tropics, it feels wrong, doesn’t it? The same logic applies to perfumes. A scent that feels vibrant and airy in summer may come across as flat in winter, fading faster than you realise.
Fragrance is your invisible accessory, it speaks before you do, lingers after you’ve left, and helps shape the impression you create. Just like your wardrobe adapts with the seasons, so should your fragrance collection.
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Why Seasonal Switching Matters
Temperature plays a decisive role in how a fragrance performs. Heat amplifies projection, making scents feel stronger, while cold air can mute them, requiring richer notes to carry through. Sticking to one perfume year-round not only risks 'nose-blindness' but also robs you of the joy of experiencing your scents in new, dynamic ways.
The Science Behind It
Heat accelerates evaporation, intensifying the aroma. That’s why applying perfume on pulse points works so well, warmth helps diffuse the scent into the air around you. In summer, this amplification can make dense perfumes overwhelming, while in winter, cooler skin tones them down, sometimes too much.
Summer Fragrances
Opt for light, refreshing compositions that don’t overpower in the heat. Citrus, green, aquatic, and airy florals are perfect companions for warm days, offering energy and freshness without feeling heavy.
Winter Fragrances
As temperatures drop, your perfume can lean into depth and complexity. Woody and spicy notes create warmth and sophistication, while oriental and gourmand families, vanilla, amber, oud, and leather, diffuse beautifully in cold air, enveloping you in a rich, lasting aura.
Warm weather calls for lighter, fresher scents, while colder months shine with deeper, warmer compositions. But remember, seasonal fragrance switching isn’t a rigid rule, it’s a creative way to amplify your mood, elevate your presence, and let your perfume reflect the moment you’re in. After all, fragrance, like style, is deeply personal, and best when it feels poetic.
Ishita Misra is the Co-Founder & Creative Director of Fonzie Folksy
