Forget song lyrics and TV scripts, Frankie Bridge has another passion that she knows by heart: perfume. The Saturdays star and beloved Loose Women panellist has revealed herself to be a true fragrance aficionado, boasting an enviable collection and strong opinions on what makes a perfect scent.
In a candid chat, Frankie traced her obsession back to her childhood, long before the glamour of pop stardom. "I've always been into perfumes," she confessed, reminiscing about her first foray into fragrance with the iconic perfumer's favourite, Alfred Sung's Forever.
A Scent For Every Chapter
Frankie's perfume wardrobe is as diverse as her career. She credits her time in the chart-topping girl group with introducing her to a world of luxury fragrances, a habit that has clearly stuck. Her current collection is a carefully curated mix of the classic and the contemporary.
When it comes to her absolute favourites, two names rise to the top. She has a soft spot for the timeless, clean elegance of Chloé Eau de Parfum, a staple for many style icons. But for a truly show-stopping scent, she turns to the opulent Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian.
"It's the one that gets me the most compliments," Frankie revealed, acknowledging its hefty £200 price tag. "It's a proper investment piece."
The Celebrity Scent She Can't Stand
It's not all love and roses in the world of fragrance for Frankie. She bravely admitted that not every celebrity-backed scent is a winner, singling out one in particular for criticism.
"I really wanted to like Ariana Grande's Cloud," she explained, referencing the pop sensation's wildly popular fragrance. Despite its massive commercial success and sweet, airy notes, it just didn't sit well with Frankie's chemistry. "It smelt awful on me," she stated, proving that even the most hyped perfumes are a deeply personal choice.
More Than Just A Pretty Scent
For Frankie, a great perfume is more than just a pleasant aroma; it's a powerful tool for confidence and self-expression. She passionately believes that finding your signature scent is a game-changer.
"It’s so important to find a perfume you love and that works with your skin," she advised, highlighting how fragrances can evolve and smell uniquely different on everyone. Her ultimate tip? Always test a perfume on your skin before you buy, never just rely on the scent from a tester strip.
From her first bottle of Alfred Sung to her luxurious Baccarat Rouge, Frankie Bridge's journey through fragrance is a testament to the power of scent in defining our memories and our style.
