Hey hey gorgeous things!
Let's talk about pretty scents, perfumes and all things that smell like unicorns. Yep, I've never smelled a unicorn (have you?) but I'm more or less certain they smell GREAT.

Some of the perfumes at TGHQ: left to right - Crabtree & Evelyn pear and magnolia fragrance; Jeanne en Provence rose fragrance; Harajuku Lovers Love perfume; Pavement Petals Arielle perfume; and Pink Glitz perfume.

If you've ever been to a perfume counter, you've probably been overwhelmed by choice. It's all so shiny (those bottles!) and after a while - and 10 or so tester strips later - your nose can get muddled by things that smell same-y.
So, here are some of my fragrance tips for you:
1. Find a perfume that suits your personality. Sweet and girly? You'll want florals. Sporty and active? Try something that smells fresh and clean. There's a scent out there for everybody.
2. Perfumes can be a little exxy. You'll need to save your coinage, or else maybe give Mum a hint around your birthday. A lot of perfumes come in cheaper, smaller sizes (say, 30m or so), or in a body cream and these are usually a lot more affordable.
3. Don't fall for a pretty bottle. I know, SO hard to do, right? I've totally done this. Remember, though, you're not going to wear the bottle, so no matter how beautiful it is, make sure you actually like what's inside.
4. Celeb perfumes are usually a good bet. They're made with girls like you in mind, and it's pretty cool to go out knowing you smell like Taylor!!!
5. Don't overdo the spritzing. It's easy to get carried away when you find one you like, but less can be more unless you want to bowl people over when they get within metres of you. Try this trick - spray into the air, then step into the space you just sprayed. If the scent is milder you can spray directly onto your skin, but keep it to just a squirt or two.
What scents do you like best? Leave a comment below!
XOXO Claire