Reviewed by
Mary
The Secret Scent box of a selection of three little vials of perfume to try. They come with fragrance cards, which is very useful for identifying your preferences, and even finding your signature scent!
The box is small enough to fit through the letterbox.
Inside you have your labelled vials, which are miniature spray bottles, and the scent cards, which guide you through each scent.
Gucci – Mémoire d’une Odeur
This is a unisex scent that was released in 2019. It’s described as ‘Mineral Aromatic’ and I think that suits it very well! I’m not sure that I’ve ever smelled anything like it before. The initial scent is quite sharp, almost medicinal, but it dries down quickly to an unusual and rather lovely warm and herbal, slightly grassy scent. It’s not often we see a truly unisex perfume that smells neither masculine or feminine, but I’m delighted to have discovered this.
Hollister – Canyon Rush
This is a brand new scent for 2022. It’s bright and fruity, though the woody base notes ground it somewhat so the sweetness doesn’t become cloying. This is definitely aimed at the younger end of the market, and is a lovely fun fragrance for young women.
Ted Baker – Women Limited Edition
I found the floral notes quite prominent in this, but the spice of the ginger prevent it being too flowery and adds elegance. The amber and sandalwood create warmth, and while this is definitely on the floral side, it’s not overly sweet and would work well for women of almost any age.
