Free perfume samples are readily available at department store fragrance counters. You may not be aware, however, that you can also request take home perfume samples from the counter as well. These samples are not displayed for all to see. You almost always have to ask for them. You can also find free samples from the offers listed below.
Whether you choose to try a fragrance at the counter, to take a fragrance sample home to try, or to sign up for some of the offers on this page, here are some essential tips for choosing a fragrance.
1. Take time to smell the roses… I mean, coffee beans.
You’ve all seen them. Jars of coffee beans are almost always placed on each counter at any fragrance store or department store fragrance section. Some shoppers might think it’s a little weird, but those coffee beans are actually there to help clear out your system. After smelling too many perfumes or colognes, everything starts to blend together and smell the same. It becomes difficult to really tell what the next scent smells like. If you hold the jar up near your nose and breath in some of the aroma, you’ll be able to start fresh and really take in the scent of the next fragrance you try.
2. Give it a little time.
Once you have narrowed down your choice to your top one or two fragrances, try giving each one an entire day of wear. You can apply one to each wrist while at the fragrance counter, but we recommend simply requesting a free perfume sample of each fragrance and wearing just one at a time. If you wear one at a time, you can really determine how long each one lasts. Most fragrances will linger all day, but some fade more quickly. This way, you can find exactly what you are looking for. You can also really pin point how it smells throughout the day since fragrances change slightly over time after being applied to skin.
3. Don’t take someone else’s word for it.
Each fragrance will mesh differently with each person’s skin. This is due to everyone’s own unique skin chemistry. A fragrance that smells great on someone else, might not work well for you. You definitely also want to take your personality into consideration. You want to find a fragrance that “matches” you. If you are fun and flirty, choose a lighter, floral or fruit fragrance. If you are sexy and mysterious, a deeper, more intense scent will do.
January 31, 2012
I haven’t tried this one yet, but I plan on it. It’s a free fragrance sample of Tropical Breeze, a men’s cologne by Vázquez & Rincón. You can get yours here.
If your guy would smell delish in a fresh, cool, spring scent, be sure to snag this one so he can try it out this upcoming season.
January 30, 2012
Caroline Herrera’s newest fragrance, CH, is available now from their site for all of you to sample. Simply visit this page and choose one of the four postcards on the page. The postcard along with a free perfume sample of the new fragrance can be sent to yourself, or to a friend. Free shipping, no strings attached.
CH celebrates life with a delicious fragrance infused with cherry blossom and other fresh scents.
January 24, 2012
While supplies last, you can get a free sample of Yellow Diamond, a delectable new designer fragrance from Versace. This perfume is normally quite pricey, so be sure to snag your sample.
All you need to do is ‘like’ the Versace Yellow Diamond Facebook page. I haven’t tried the fragrance yet since it’s so new, but I adore the other Versace perfumes. Hope you guys enjoy this one!
January 12, 2012
Swiss Unlimited is a new Swiss Army fragrance by Victorinox. You can sign up here to get yours. This is a men’s cologne that features an outdoorsy and rustic feel, all while still providing a hint of sophistication. Test it out to see if it fits your guy. 
These samples are available in limited quantity only, so the offer will only be good for so long.
January 8, 2012
Yay, another free perfume sample! This one is a postcard vial sample of Calvin Klein’s perfume ‘Beauty’. To get yours, sign up on this page.
Beauty is one of Calvin Klein’s newer fragrances. Give this perfume freebie a whirl and see if it fits you. This sample vial will probably give you enough to try it out for at least a few days, giving you a chance to make up your mind! Enjoy!
December 29, 2011
This one is super easy: visit the David Yurman site, click on the ‘Request Sample’ button in the bottom right hand corner. You can choose from Fresh Esssence, Delicate Essence, Exotic Essence or Create your Own Essence. The fragrances are inspired by David Yurman jewelry itself, pink tourmaline, peridot, citrine and other precious gems frequently used in the jewelry line.
December 5, 2011
As always, these types of samples go quickly, so snag yours now by liking the Armani Facebook page here.
You can choose between a sample of Armani Code and Armani Sport Code. The sport version is a fresher, more casual version of the classic Armani Code fragrance.
With the Holiday season upon us, this is a great chance to test out this scent if you’re considering getting your guy a bottle of cologne as a gift. This is a great one, as it’s not too stuffy and great for a wide variety of personalities. Plus, it smells amazing, so in a way, it’s a bit of a self serving gift… but don’t worry.. we won’t tell!
November 11, 2011
Don’t miss this one: Get a free sample of Giorgio Armani’s Acqua Di Gioia by requesting one from the Giorgio Armani site. The new fragrance is infused with with hints of cedar, lemon, mint, jasmine, brown sugar and labdanum. According to the brand, this perfume is all about joy. Hmm.. sounds joyful.
November 7, 2011
This is a great new cologne for any guy. It’s a great evening scent or an everyday fragrance for a more sophisticated guy.
Sign up here to get yours. Click on the ‘free sample’ tab on the right hand side. Once you click on that, a box will pop up where you can enter your info and get the sample.
We have tons more free perfume and fragrance sample offers listed on our site as well. Don’t forget to check them out too.
October 26, 2011
Oooh Escada. My ultimate favorite. Right now, they’re giving out free samples of either Taj Sunset or Especially Escada for those who sign up here!
Taj Sunset is the latest Escada fragrance in their series of summer perfumes. Each year, they come out with a new twist on their base fragrance formula. This line of fragrances are warm, fruity with a bit of a fresh floral note to them as well. Each one is different, but if you love one, you are very likely to love them all.
Especially Escada is a new one I haven’t tried yet. Most are saying that it has a bit more of a sophisticated feel to it with it’s a classic rose base. But it still maintains a carefree, lighthearted overall tone.
If you want this one, sign up for it before they take it down!
October 7, 2011
Try the new fragrance from Yves St. Laurent for men – L’Homme Libre. This new cologne is a fresh, modern scent for the urban man. You can request yours here.
This offer will only be up for a limited time – while they have samples in stock, so sign up now if you want one. Hope you enjoy it!
September 17, 2011
Ok, these samples will not last long, so sign up for your asap. Visit Taylor Swift’s Facebook page and you can get a free sample of her brand new fragrance, Wonderstruck. This fragrance is delicious, fresh and right on trend. These will go fast.
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September 12, 2011
Burberry has launched a new fragrance, Burberry Body. For a limited time, you can get a free sample of this perfume by liking their Facebook page. Simple, easy and free. This little gem is only available while supplies are still in stock. Since this one is super easy to request, don’t wait.
The new scent features luxurious notes of peach, freesia, rose and iris with undernotes of sandalwood, amber and vanilla. It has a fresh, fruity yet soft and sophisticated feel to it. This fragrance is great for daytime or evening.
September 10, 2011
Nordstrom’s Sample Saturday featured product is BCBG Eau de Parfum. These samples are available in store TODAY only at any Nordstrom location (while supplies last).
If you aren’t familiar with these Sample Saturday offers, here’s the scoop. Every Saturday, Nordstrom features a fun, new fragrance or beauty product and hands them out to shoppers in their stores. The featured product is different each week and is completely free of charge or obligation. If you’re out running errands or shopping today, be sure to stop by a Nordstrom store for this fragrance freebie.
June 1, 2011
Enter this giveaway for a free Kim Kardashian Perfume Set. The set retails for about $90 and will be given away to the lucky giveaway winner. The set includes four Signature Accord perfumes: one Kim Kardashian Eau De Parfum Spray and three Kim K rollerball fragrances. The set even comes with a coordinating cosmetics bag.
Visit this page for complete contest rules and to enter the giveaway. You can enter up until June 7, 2011. The blog owner says each of their contests have fewer than 100 entries, so your chances of winner are much higher than for most other blog giveaways. Best of luck!
May 6, 2011
While supplies last, you can request a complimentary sample of a Hugo Boss fragrance from the Orange fragrance line. You can choose from the following three scents: BOSS Orange Woman, Boss Orange Sunset or BOSS Orange Man.
Sienna Miller and Orlando Bloom are the new faces for these popular Hugo Boss scents. They are perfect fragrances to use during the upcoming Spring and Summer months. The other perfect thing about this free fragrance sample offer is the fact that it requires no surveys, no participation and no shipping charges. Hurray! Sign up for your sample here.
April 6, 2011
American Beauty is currently running a giveaway of their darling fragrance True Delight. Sign up to enter here. The fragrance is a soft blend of florals and fruit with just enough muskiness to avoid smelling like a fruit salad. The perfume is the $39.50 sized bottle. If you could use a new fragrance to mix up your usual selection, then give this one a shot.
February 24, 2011
Right now, you can get free samples of Lacoste cologne or perfume by visiting their site here. You can choose from the following men’s fragrances: LACOSTE Challenge, LACOSTE Essential or LACOSTE Essential Sport. Or, you can select one of their popular women’s fragrances: LACOSTE Joy of Pink or LACOSTE Touch of Pink. If you haven’t tried a cologne or perfume by Lacoste, this is definitely your chance. Enjoy!
