Aquatic: fresh, clean, and often invigorating salty aromas. Typically lightweight and easy to wear for daytime use and in warmer weather. Major brands with heavy influence of Aquatic - Giorgio Armani: Acqua di Giò; Nautica; Dolce & Gabbana: Light Blue

Chypre: warm, dry, and earthy scent. complex and long-lasting fragrance that evolves beautifully over time on the skin. Starts bright and then deepens to a rich, warm smell by combining citrus, floral, fruity, woody, and mossy. Major brands with heavy influence of Chypre: Chloé: Nomade; Amouage: Jubilation 25; Creed: Aventus

Fougère: is the greener oakmoss scents often associated with masculine freshness. Major brands with heavy influence of Fougère: Nishane: B-612; Creed: Green Irish Tweed; Chanel: Platinum Égoïste

Gourmand: sweet, warm, and rich, evoking a sense of indulgence and nostalgia. A more modern perfume category due to their warm and long-lasting qualities, making them especially popular for cooler weather and evening wear. Major brands with heavy influence of Gourmand - Mugler: Angel; YSL: Black Opium; Tom Ford: Known for its luxurious and bold use of Gourmand.

Green: often dry, sharp, clean, fresh, herbal, and leafy; gives a fragrance a bold, verdant opening with incorporating fresh herbs such as basil, mint, rosemary, and thyme. Major brands with heavy influence of Green: Hermès: Un Jardin; Jo Malone London; Clinique: Happy.