Michael Edwards' Fragrance Wheel is an ingenious tool for categorising perfumes, designed to help consumers easily navigate the world of scents. Introduced in 1983, this wheel organises fragrances into primary families and subfamilies, simplifying the process of identifying and comparing scents based on their key characteristics. The wheel is divided into four main fragrance families: Floral, Oriental, Woody, and Fresh, each with its own set of subfamilies that showcase the complexity and diversity of perfumes.
Floral Family
The Floral family is the most expansive and popular category, showcasing fragrances dominated by flower notes like rose, jasmine, or lily. This family branches into various subfamilies, each emphasising different floral aspects or incorporating powdery and musky elements for a more delicate and refined scent. Some floral fragrances also feature spicy undertones, adding an exotic and sensual twist.
• No 827 Inspired by Idôle: A modern interpretation of rose and jasmine, fitting perfectly into the Floral family.
• No 667 Inspired by Mademoiselle: Combines floral elements with a base of patchouli and vetiver for a sophisticated scent.
• No 890 Inspired by G. Flora Gorgeous Gardenia: A light, sweet floral fragrance that exemplifies the Floral family.
• No 891 Inspired by G. Flora Gorgeous Magnolia: A fresh and fruity floral blend.
• No 873 Inspired by Perfect: Features a vibrant mix of floral notes like daffodil and almond, complemented by fruity rhubarb and apple.
• No 609 Inspired by Black Orchid: Combines rich floral notes with dark, spicy undertones.
• No 687 Inspired by Black Opium: Blends floral notes with coffee and vanilla for a warm, oriental twist.
• No 844 Inspired by Scandal: Merges floral notes with sweet, spicy undertones like honey.
• No 833 Inspired by L'Interdit: A rich floral heart with warm, spicy, and slightly sweet notes that add depth and complexity.
• No 856 Inspired by La Nuit Trésor Nude: A sweet and sultry mix of vanilla and rose.
