Choosing a perfume isn't just about taste — it's about understanding how a fragrance evolves on your skin throughout the day.The three layers of a fragranceEvery perfume is built in three stages: the top notes (the first 15 minutes, usually fresh and citrusy), the heart notes (the soul of the perfume, floral or spiced) and the base notes (woody or musky, the ones that stay with you for hours).Choose for the momentFor daytime, look for citrus or fresh floral families. For evening, oriental and woody notes take the lead. And if you're after something truly distinctive, explore our niche perfume edit.An expert trickApply perfume to your pulse points (wrists, neck) and wait at least 10 minutes before deciding if you like it — your nose needs time to uncover every layer.