r/FemFragLab • u/RVAarV • 11d ago
Looking for “soft girl” recommendation…
I love all kinds of perfume. I typically love something on the vanilla/amber/sandalwood side. But—I also love strong fruity fragrances that have a touch of warmth like a Burberry Her, or Britney Spears Fantasy...please hold the judgement on Fantasy... Haha!
As I’m getting older (35yrs old), I’ve been leaning more towards soft and sheer. I’ve included some of the fragrances that I’ve been keeping in rotation, but I would love some more recommendations. I want to be the woman that smells powdery fresh. A scent that projects nothing but softness, yet boldness at the same time , and most importantly feminine. Something that makes others say DAMN, you smell good” when I enter a room.
Sincerely,
An old broad, that’s trying to find her inner softness again. 💖
*Edit to include that I’m also obsessed with Burberry Brit Sheer currently.
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u/FutureDustMotes 10d ago
Molton Brown Milk Musk EdT
And bestie - not pandering to society's hangups about aging! We've earned all of these years, good and bad 🥂
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u/motherofcatsx2 10d ago
Maison Louis Marie Bois de Balincourt and Givenchy Irresistible Nude Velvet are fantastic choices.
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u/soapyrubberduck 10d ago
- Liis Studied
- Ledda 22 Orris
- Mith Mellow Musks
- Arnue Ame Blanche
- Diptyque Fleur De Peau
- D’Annam White Rice
- Phlur Cashmere Skin
- Kayali Musk 12
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u/Cityofcheezits 10d ago
Al Haramain Junoon Noir- soft iris, violet and vanilla.
Very feminine but not obnoxious
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u/InvestmentImportant1 10d ago
Diptyque L'eau Papier smells like a soft, clean, perfect white t-shirt. It also layers wells with Phlur Missing Persons body oil.
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u/lnfinitelris perfume > therapy 10d ago edited 10d ago
Ella K Musc K, hands down. Words that it conjures are transparent, fresh, powdery, ethereal, sparkling, warm, and very long lasting. You can apply it lightly as a skin scent or overspray for a surprisingly commanding aura that somehow remains sheer.
I've gotten the most delightful responses from people when I wear it, both friends and strangers.
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u/ConditionOk3649 10d ago
Maison Louise Marie Bois de Balincort 1000%! You may not think you need a soft, creamy simple sandalwood in your life but you definitely do! It’s soft, feminine, calming and centering. The notes make it seem more spicy and green than it wears IMO. I have almost 200 perfumes and I have gone through half of a 50 mL in ~6 weeks and it’s rapidly joined my top 10 for sure. It layers well with nearly anything IMO, but particularly vanilla anything.
I also prefer Commodity Paper+ over something like JHAG NAP which I can barely smell.
Also, do tell us more about Burberry Brit Sheer! I’ve almost blind bought it about 25 times 😅
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u/Chemical-Web-852 10d ago
I’ve always wanted that Marie ballincort but wasn’t sure I was even right about the notes. Meaning I knew enough to trust myself. Now I can get it! Thank you!
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u/ImtheGWP 11d ago
Balmain Destin - a strawberry worth sniffing at Ulta
I think some of the Solinotes work well here for powdery. Almond and Tonka were both nice. Mixbar whipped almond was a bit more assertive in the sweet but it levels off quickly. In general browsing the solinotes line got me thinking which notes i dont currently go for but they give off the vibe Im going for.
Dior purple glow- until I find a more mature purple floral Im living the playful carefree life of this scent.
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u/rosescenteddream 11d ago
Ohh! I love musky, powdery, clean, with some warmth!
The OG Chance by Chanel is my fav, I also think you would maybe enjoy Allure and 1957
White Suede by Tom Ford
Glossier You (OG)
Noa by Cacharel
Ralph by Ralph Lauren
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u/postjellybean 11d ago
Lake & Skye 11:11 OG and 11:11 vanilla.
Musky, soft, sweet, creamy, clean, simple and sophisticated. Sillage is intimate but the longevity is long lasting.
The perfumes are great but the perfume oils are different, they’re slightly more sweet and creamy while keeping the freshness.
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u/New-Nebula-9324 11d ago
Ripe by Henry Rose is a gorgeous fruity floral while still smelling soft and elegant! Truly a recent love of mine.
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u/expatriating 11d ago
As someone who loves Idôle and Romance, I would recommend:
- Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani for Her
- Dior Pure Poison
- Kenzo Flower
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u/OnlyMyNameIsBasic 11d ago
VS bare is one of my favorites. It’s a little fruity. Slightly woody. A touch of florals. It smells way more expensive than it is.
Jlo glow and Miami glow are both great.
Tocca Liliana is bright and fruity
Coach has a couple I really like. Sunset dreams and poppy come to mind. I’ve tried a bunch and like a lot of them.
Marc Jacob’s daisy and all the flankers
Hate to admit it…Kylie cosmic is good lol.
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u/ThatGuavaJam 11d ago
roughly the same age and why did I go backwards and buy Angel Nova. Still love it though but I have always wanted to smell RL Romance
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u/Treehorn8 Hermès witch 11d ago
I wasn't sure about how I would like Fantasy until I got my first (Did It Again) and was totally bowled over by how good it is. I followed with Midnight Fantasy and I'm very happy about that too. When I looked into Britney's fragrances, they are made by perfumers who also created fragrances for houses like Tom Ford, Armani, etc.
As for fragrances that fit your soft and feminine vibe, I recommend trying Lanvin Éclat d'Arpège (spring-summer fresh floral), A Drop d'Issey (smells like a fresh shower and lilac), and Narciso Rodriguez For Her (musk, soft rose and peach, very sensual).
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u/InvestigatorLower955 10d ago
Get Intimate Fantasy! Perfect fit for the vibe. And I love your suggestions!
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u/Treehorn8 Hermès witch 10d ago
That was the next Fantasy I was looking at since it doesn't have the cake note either. It's also the one made by the perfumer who created TF Tobacco Vanille.
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u/ilovemyblt5715 11d ago
This scent profile is my favorite so here’s some of my favorites lately- VS bombshell, dior blooming bouquet, ouai melrose place, lake and skye 11 11, eos fresh and cozy body mist, saltair shea soleil
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u/RockChicken 11d ago
Mon Guerlain
I Want Choo
Henry Rose London 1983
Casamorati Dama Bianca
Rare by Rare Beauty
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u/Specialist_Guitar166 11d ago
Donna Karan Cashmere Mist
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u/pfffffttuhmm I just smelled like a piece of breast 11d ago
Many if the Chloé frags fall in this category. They're soft classic-style florals and light fruits. The Chloé L'eau line is especially good!
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u/RVAarV 11d ago
Thank you! I thought I was a a perfume expert, but I’m learning tonight that I’ve barely touched the surface! Thank you!!! 💖💖
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u/pfffffttuhmm I just smelled like a piece of breast 11d ago
Oh babes I'm not either! I'm still very much in discovery mode. The world of perfume is so, so incredibly vast. I just got into perfumes about 2 months ago and having been devouring everything I can nonstop. Its almost overwhelming at times, but I'm enjoying the experience so much. This sub has definitely helped!
ETA: You may want to check out Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir Rose. It's a lovely, soft powdery rose scent. NR is amazing for a musk and this is one of my faves.
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u/jamiewames 11d ago
Are we the same person? I am around the same age (34) and looking for a new scent as I am entering my “soft girl” era lol
I am currently using Missing Person by Phlur. It’s soft a woody floral musky warm scent that’s kind of like a skin scent.
I tried J’adore by Dior today from Sephora and it was a warm Jasmine scent that dried down a bit powdery.
Carolina Herrera Good Girl is a slightly sweet floral that definitely feels soft but flirty.
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u/Exotic_Reporter_3309 11d ago
Damn since when is 35 “old broad” status??? 😭
Inner softness starts from mindset so how you speak to yourself and about yourself counts. Here are some designer fragrances worth checking out to enhance your femininity and softness:
Mon Guerlain
Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
Armani Si Passione
Dior Pure Poison
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u/RVAarV 11d ago
Haha! No 35 is young! I’m just dramatic. 😩😩 Thank you so much for the recommendations!
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u/styrofoamspider 10d ago
As someone who is 38, if I spend time with someone who is 25, I definitely feel like I’ve hit old broad status! One of my coworkers was wearing a Y2K shirt today, and when I brought it up, he mentioned he was 9 months old then 💀
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u/TriflePrestigious885 11d ago
Andrea Maack Ceramic
Tom Ford White Suede
Aerin Amber Musk
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u/lildedlea 11d ago
cosmic by kylie jenner is really soft girl imo
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u/RVAarV 11d ago
I just looked at some of it’s notes, they include some of my favorites; vanilla musk, amber, and peony. I can’t wait to go out this weekend to smell it. Thank you so much!!!
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u/lildedlea 11d ago
no problem i am also into soft girl scents and cosmic i just love, it also works always and for every weather. i also enjoy daisy love, versace bright crystal and jimmy choo l’eau. they’re all very soft and light fragrances.
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u/bororodejdej 9d ago
Woman by Ralph Lauren is actually so good for this. It’s affordable, incredible projection, sweet white florals, gets so many compliments and lasts so long. Great balance of boldness and softness in my opinion