one scent maker to rule them all

I have always been a big fan of the perfect fragrance as the ideal accessory. For as long as I can remember, my grandmother has been buying Jo Malone scents for the women in my family, and until recently I thought they were just for 'grown ups', aka not me... However, in the last several years I have come to adore a number of the scents made by Jo Malone, and find them to be a collection of timeless and tasteful scents that work for every woman. 

One of my favorite parts of a visit to a Jo Malone boutique is working with someone there to find out which scents layer well over one another. Going from day to night, you do not need to have totally different scents, but maybe you should simply layer something with a bit more musk on top of the floral scent you generally wear in the day. 

Because the price point on these is a bit high, the ability to mix and match them really helps. Here are a few of my favorites:

While I generally shop for Jo Malone in department stores, I would love to check one of these shops out!

Nectarine Blossom and Honey is one of my favorites. It is a sweet and fruit-forward scent that is perfect for the day. Light and not too much for an environment where you do not want to overdo it.

Lime, Basil & Mandarin is a great scent for the other body products that the brand makes. From lotions to soaps and bath oils, this is a wonderful scent that is tart and citrusy with the added depth of the herbaceous basil.

Pomegranate Noir can be a bit cloying on its own, but combined with the lightness of Nectarine Blossom and Honey, it makes for an incredibly sexy evening scent. For those who love Narcisco Rogriguez Her, this is the scent for you.

Shout out to my friend Paige for introducing me to this scent, as it is my personal favorite. Peony and Blush Suede is just about as good as it gets in my book. Great for day or night, home fragrance, lotions or soaps, this uniquely beautiful scent is one you must smell for yourself.

Not just for the body, Jo Malone room diffusers are a fantastic addition to any home that needs some help in the smell department. Not ideal for small spaces though, as they are quite pungent.