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These days, festivals of all kinds are held up and down the length and breadth of Great Britain and further afield. Popular festivals include music festivals quickly followed by country and art festivals. Festivals are now so popular they are becoming a lifestyle. If you are a festival goer, it is best to prepare for almost anything. The weather can throw a curve ball or two, but generally, the UK weather is pretty good in summer. When the temperature rises, and you are in crowds, it is nice to smell nice.

During the summer, the UK buzzes with different music festivals. You find music festivals, and other festivals, from the Isle Of Wight to the Scottish Highlands. Whether you are into the Blues or like doing a Highland Jig, you probably already have plenty to pack. The question is should you try to squeeze in a fragrance? Adding a fragrance to your festival gear is a must. You can even say it is essential.

Fresh and aquatic notes are important. Look out for fragrances with citrus essential oils at their heart. Floral scents are also popular. But, they have to be stronger. Don’t forget summer air is much more fragrant when compared to winter and autumn. For the summer nights, you need a few dusky and musky notes for extra interest.

The best time to buy your summer fragrances is in May or June. When you buy your summer fragrances before the season kicks off in earnest, they should last all summer. In the UK, the warmer weather normally lasts from July through to the middle of September. Occasionally, the UK gets an Indian summer in October. However, if you count on your fragrances lasting for about three months, you have probably timed it right. Remember that if you go to summer weddings, you may want to buy a special men’s fragrance.

Doing research online is a great idea. But, if you are not sure what scents (smells) you like, it is a good idea to try perfumes in a store. Prices may be higher than online, however, you can go home and order the perfume you like. Consider the occasion. When are you going to wear the perfume? You may not want to wear the same perfume going out with your friends as when you go for Sunday dinner with your family.

There is a flipside to everything including men’s fragrances. I know many men like to wear masculine, musky colognes. That’s great. But, there is a time and place for musky colognes. Musky fragrances are the best way to go on certain occasions. However, there are times when more subtle fragrances are better. Let’s find out more..

Do you like sweet perfumes? I have noticed sweet perfumes are increasing in popularity. More of us than ever before are buying perfumes with sweet notes. Why is that? Perhaps it has something to do with the fact we perceive sweet-smelling perfumes as feminine and gentle. Personally, I also believe it has something to do with how we associate sweet smells with youth. Then we got the comfort factor - sweet smells are often very comforting. They are almost moorish.

Going on a night out with your girlfriends? There is nothing like a night out with your friends or the favourite man in your life. Not only do you want to have the best outfit. But, you also want the best beauty essentials including make-up and perfume. However, it is not always easy to match the occasion with the perfume. For instance, when you are out for the night with a man, you may want to go for something slightly more demure such as Coco Mademoiselle. That being said, if you are planning on a night of seduction, try Dior Pure Poison instead. It is one of the most seductive scents that I know.

Planning a special night out? If so, you have landed on the right page. Let us help you to navigate the jungle of men’s fragrances. Before we look at what I think are the best men’s fragrances for a night out, let me give you some general buying advice. It is always good to know what to look out for. Also, it is easy to make mistakes when buying a fragrance. I am happy to guide you in the right direction.

Most of us are concerned about the environment. When we shop, we often think about the impact our purchases have on the environment and our health. That’s a good thing. To keep up with new buying trends, leading perfume brands are changing how they manufacture products and source their ingredients. Packaging also plays a role. More sustainable sources are used when producing paper materials for the beauty industry. As consumers, we have a vital role to play. Recycling materials correctly is important. Alternatively, you can also think about ways in which you can reuse materials. On this page, we are taking a closer look at the best environmentally friendly perfume brands. We also discover if there is such a thing as vegan perfumes.