Purse Friendly Prom Fragrances
It's one of the biggest nights of your high school life: prom! After the hair is done, makeup is applied, and dress is zipped, you're ready for the cameras and dancing . . . but wait! Don't forget to add the finishing touch to any look—fragrance!
Choose a scent that suits your mood (and your style) to emphasize your individuality on the dance floor. Here, we've picked 20 potions that we love, and best of all, each one will fit in your purse so that you can freshen it up throughout the night!
Whether you're a Black Swan, opting for the mysterious elegance of something similar to Balenciaga Paris, or a True Romantic who prefers flirtatious florals like Coco Mademoiselle, there's bound to be a scent that's just right for you.
1/25Spritz, Spritz! These 20 Prom-Perfect Perfumes are guaranteed to put you in the mood, no matter what your style.
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Photo: Victor Demarchelier3/25Pure Romance
You're a romantic at heart with a taste for pastels, lace, and anything pretty, and these five scents are for those who love all things feminine, young, and fun. Fall for the light orchid bouquet in Dior's J'Adore, or tease your palate with a fruitier concoction, like Twirl by Kate Spade. For a more ladylike approach, look no further than Chanel's Coco Mademoiselle, a fantastic fragrance that's suitable for any event.
Photo: Victor Demarchelier7/25Shine On
For you, prom is all about the glitz and glamour, and you need a fragrance that complements your fun-loving style! Turn heads with the spicy aroma of Gucci Guilty, or bewitch others with the old-school sophistication of lily and jasmine by choosing Dolce & Gabbana: The One. For the girls who prefer to let their bold dresses do the talking, try out the minimalist-chic L'eau d'Issey, a subtle scent that comes packaged in a sleek, high-style holder.
Photo: Victor Demarchelier14/25Candy Girls
Perhaps your sweet tooth is never satisfied. As you prep for prom surrounded by fun prints and candy-colored hues, pick a fragrance that satisfies your taste buds, like the peach sorbet-spiked Jo Malone Nectarine Blossom & Honey or the sugary-sweet Peace, Love, & Juicy by Juicy Couture. If you're seeking to round out your prom look by taking a softer scent approach, the delicate white floral in Creed's Spring Flower or the vintage sparkle in Hermes' Kelly Caleche are fabulous options.
Photo: Courtesy of Elizabeth Arden15/25Juicy Couture Peace Love & Juicy Couture Rollerball, $18.
Photo: Victor Demarchelier20/25Black Swans
You've always marched to the beat of your own drum, so why stop just because it's prom? Taffeta is so cliche, and so are princess gowns; you're going to rock a one-of-a-kind look and you need a fragrance that no other girl would dare reach for. Steal your grandmother's old bottle of Chanel No. 5 (now available in a portable spray that's perfectly sized for that Alexander Wang clutch) or indulge in the playful medley of grapefruit and violet that's at the heart of Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle Lipstick Rose. For a decidedly more modern approach, lightly dab Diptyque's Philosykos solid perfume behind the ears and on the nape of the neck. Being different has never been so cool.
Photo: Courtesy of HL Group.21/25Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle Lipstick Rose Traveler’s Spray, $80 - $130.
