The scent of forever: How to choose your perfect wedding perfume     

As a bride, you’ll be remembered for many things. From the colour of your lehenga to the way you did your hair, from the mehendi that adorns your hands to the jewellery that you wear, everything is designed to be unforgettable. Yet, one of the most iconic aspects is the fragrance you choose to don. Be it fresh, floral, or musky, your signature scent announces your arrival even before you enter the room, and lingers in the air even after you go out. So, it’s imperative you choose well.

Here’s a comprehensive guide on finding your perfect fragrance:

Step one: Discovering your perfume personality

With hundreds of luxurious options, you might wonder how you can choose just one signature perfume. The fun part begins with discovering what your ideal perfume personality is. Go and explore the different fragrances to first decide what speaks to you the most. Do you like angelic whiffs, seductive aromas, classic comforts or maybe modern thrills? Once you have a broad idea, look at the top, base, and middle notes. It will help guide you towards choosing scents that feature them.

Floral daydreams

Floral fragrances are the bridal equivalent of timeless silk: soft, feminine, and instantly uplifting. But florals have far more nuance than just the “pretty petals” or “fruity” stereotype. Today’s bouquets range from sheer and dewy to spicy and opulent.

Dior Miss Dior Eau de Parfum, ₹21,000 
 

Jo Malone Wild Bluebell, ₹15,106 

Giorgio Armani Sì Passione, ₹11,700 

Estée Lauder Pleasures, ₹12,600 

Warm, sensual amber

Think of this family as something warm, enveloping, and a touch seductive. Amber-vanilla fragrances wrap you in soft radiance and depth, perfect for evening brides or anyone who loves a sensual undertone that doesn’t overpower.

Prada Paradoxe Intense Eau De Parfum, ₹14,500 

Yves Saint Laurent Libre, ₹14,600 

Fendi La Baguette, ₹33,300 

Tom Ford Black Orchid Gold Parfum ₹21,400 

Fresh and clean chic

Fresh, aromatic scents are bridal freshness with an edge. They’re bright without being simple, sparkling without being sweet. The best citrus fragrances behave like chilled champagne—bubbly at first spritz, then elegantly quiet as they settle into the skin.

Acqua di Parma Arancia di Capri, ₹22,000 

Valentino Born In Roma, ₹14,050 

Chanel Chance Eau Fraîche, ₹20,100 

Creed Millesime Aventus For Her Eau De Parfum, ₹33,800 

Woody and musk elegance

These are opulent scents that don’t demand attention; they invite closeness. This family is ideal for brides who prefer subtle statements and sophisticated charm.

Narciso Rodriguez All Of Me, ₹11,460 

Byredo Oud Immortel, ₹22,950 

Chloé Nomade Absolu De Parfum, ₹11,800 

Hermès Twilly d'Hermès, Eau de Parfum, ₹13,060 

Years later, one whiff of the right perfume can transport you back to that moment when the lights softened, the music rose, and you said “yes” to forever. Your wedding fragrance becomes part of your emotional memory box, making it an invisible heirloom and a sensory imprint.

Lead image: Kareena Kapoor Khan/Instagram

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