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Fresh fruits fragrances

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By Bahk Eun-ji

Among tons of perfumes out there, fruit-based fragrances are definitely must-have items. They make women not only become more feminine but also wake them up in this drowsy autumn weather so that it increases your work efficiency.

Lemon

“Strengthen concentration”

If you have a heap of work to do or an awful lot of mail piled up on the desk and you are nearly falling asleep, sprinkling lemon scent perfume is better than a cup of coffee.

Sweet scent of lemon of Sugar Lemon from Fresh boosts your energy with strengthened concentration and makes you undertake the work better.

The fragrance is exactly sugared lemonade. It’s not too much even if you spray it many times, because the scent is delicate.

Peach

“Magical enticing potion”

Burberry ― BODY 60ml 110,000 won

Versace ― Bright Crystal 30ml 45,000 won

Peach is the first fruit that was used for making perfumes. The scent makes you feel warm but sexy at the same time. Peach fragrance is the most feminine is believed to have a power to lure men. Apricots and figs work same as peach, so those kinds of fruits-based perfumes are the right ones for women who want to draw attention.

Apple

“Powerful refresher”

Demeter ― Sour Apple Lollipop 30ml 29,000 won

When you feel low, choose the tangy scent of green apple perfume. Apple scent gets you awake immediately and your mind clear.

Orange

“If you want to look pretty,”

Moschino ― Funny! 100ml 140,000 won

Christian Dior ― Miss Dior Le Parfum 40ml 130.000 won

Orange scent is said to make women feel pretty in a moment.

Lemon is the same citrus sort of fragrance just like orange but lemon is sourer and tangier. Unlike lemon, orange is romantic and warm.

Moschino is more suitable for teenagers or 20-somethings, as it is lighter than Dior.

Mango

“Mood booster”

Salvatore Ferragamo ― Incanto Dream 30ml 49,000 won

Mango is one of the most popular tropical fruits, so shortly after you smell the fruit’s aroma, you will feel as if you are on vacation at a nice ocean resort. Mango-based perfumes will definitely cheer you up.

Grapefruit

“Mystic beauty”

Chanel ― Chance eau tendre 50ml 130,000 won

Marc Jacobs ― Daisy eau so fresh 75ml 85,000 won

Grapefruit fragrance is refreshingly tangy but sweet.

Chanel Chance eau tendre makes you feel warm but very exciting, as its top note is grapefruit mixed with white musk.

The pretty and unique bottle design of Marc Jacobs Daisy eau so fresh is a joy for the eye and, of course, the fragrance is lovely with raspberry and plum.