Two sets of sisters. Two fragrances. So what happened when we got our SCENTS blog editor and her sister, Hayley, to swap fragrances for the day? Let’s find out…
Lauren & Hayley Carbran
NAME: Lauren Carbran
AGE: 25
FUN FACT: I’m an ice skater and competed in the British Championships when I was younger
FAVE PERFUME: Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey Pure
LAUREN’S TAKE ON HAYLEY’S FAVE, TOMMY HILFIGER TOMMY GIRL: ‘I think I might have attachments issues with my signature scent, Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey Pure. I wear it every day and even have a mini version on my desk so I can top up whenever I please. When I swapped fragrances with Hayley for the day, it felt weird and a bit sad. I spritzed Tommy Girl on before leaving the house, and I was surprised at how similar it was to Pure in its instant freshness and simplicity. I was hit by the sweet but subtle hints of apple blossom, honeysuckle and grapefruit, which I appreciated, especially on my crowded commute into London. I totally get why Hayley loves this one. It’s easy to wear, not overbearing at all, young and fresh. You never know, I may just have to get one for my dressing table.’
NAME: Hayley Carbran
AGE: 22
FUN FACT: I used to be a fashion blogger and was chosen as a fashion correspondent for New York Fashion Week four years ago
FAVE PERFUME: Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl
HAYLEY’S TAKE ON LAUREN’S FAVE, ISSEY MIYAKE L’EAU D’ISSEY PURE ‘My sister’s style is simple and chic, and when I smell Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey Pure I can’t think of anyone else but her. I sprayed her perfume just before leaving the house to catch the bus to work (central London) and felt refreshed and calm. Wow – the top notes of lily of the valley and heart of rose are so feminine and gorgeous. And it’s perfect timing that I’ve fallen in love with this because I’m headed out tonight – whoop whoop! Honestly, I LOVE this scent. Watch out, Lauren, I’ll be stealing this from your perfume shelf LOADS…’
Portia and Marsha King
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NAME: Portia King
AGE: 26
FUN FACT: Although I’m a designer, I love playing instruments, like the guitar and the piano
FAVE PERFUME: YSL Black Opium
PORTIA’S TAKE ON MARSHA’S FAVE, PACO RABANNE OLYMPEA ‘My sister gave me Olympea to try for the day. We have the same taste in perfume but can’t always wear the same ones as they can smell different on the two of us. This reminds me of my sister as it’s really sweet. She has always been into sweet scents, especially candles and body products, and loves the smell of vanilla. I was surprised by how much I liked this on my skin. I didn’t think it would smell as good, and I’d definitely buy it for myself.’
NAME: Marsha King
AGE: 38
FUN FACT: As a teenager I used to be such a tomboy and really into sports. I’m a qualified makeup artist now
FAVE PERFUME: Paco Rabanne Olympea
MASHA’S TAKE ON PORTIA’S FAVE, YSL BLACK OPIUM ‘I was excited to try Portia’s fave as I used to wear my mum’s YSL Opium all the time. I’m not a coffee lover, but I like this. The scent lasts all day, has vanilla in it – which is one of my favourites – and reminds me of my sister, who loves anything floral. I think I might have to steal it from her some time.’
