Best mood-boosting perfumes to make you feel happy, confident or calm this spring

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While the idea of signature scents – a person instantly memorable by the trail of perfume they leave in their wake – still has a certain glamorous appeal, nowadays it’s becoming more popular to own a fragrance wardrobe, an assortment of spritzes to select from depending on factors like what you’re wearing or what you’re doing that day.

Experts believe that perfume can also have an effect on your mood, too. Rebecca Rose, founder of British fragrance brand To The Fairest, says, “The way I select my fragrance is very much dictated by how I want to feel that day – for example, if I've got a really busy day I'd want to feel efficient, so that might mean a perfume that’s less romantic, less floral, and more energising.” So if you’re looking for a sensorial boost, these are the fragrance notes to look out for, according to Rebecca – and some new olfactory offerings to shop this spring.

To feel: Energised Look for: Citrus, mint “If you're feeling a bit down in the dumps, a spritz of something citrusy can really help with that – the majority of people will find citrus scents uplifting,” says Rebecca. “There’s also something super energising about the fresh, zingy smell of mint.” Try: Floral Street Sunflower Pop EDP, available inside the OK!

Beauty Box Female Founders Edit (worth £275 but costs just £55 here) Created with the Van Gogh Museum and inspired by one of the artist’s most famous masterpieces, this is a bright, sparkling scent that combines mandarin, bergamot and honey with a dash of a Bellini accord.