Welcome to our directory of perfume store guides. Fragrance is personal, and the best way to choose one is to test it in person. Each page below covers a store or neighborhood and gives practical tips for shopping there. We do not list addresses, opening hours or prices, so confirm those with the store.
Perfume stores and places
- Aesop
- Azmere USA Inc
- Bath & Body Works
- Cosmetic Palace Perfumes & Beauty Supply
- Creed Boutique Valley Fair
- Perfume World
- Sexy Stuf
- Voluspa Store
- Walgreens on East 33rd Street
Perfume stores by neighborhood
How to test perfume in a store
Spray on a paper strip first to narrow your list, then test one or two on skin. Give each one at least twenty minutes, since the top notes fade and the heart of the scent shows later. Do not test more than three at once, and rest your nose between them.
Find a scent that fits your life
Think about when you will wear it. Lighter, fresher scents suit the office and warm weather; richer, warmer ones suit evenings and cold days. A small bottle or sample is a good way to try something new before paying for a large one.
Keep reading
See how to find your signature scent and whether body spray lasts longer than perfume.
