{"id":31426,"date":"2025-02-05T09:11:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T14:11:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/blog\/?p=31426"},"modified":"2025-02-05T09:11:26","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T14:11:26","slug":"sexy-scent-study","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/blog\/sexy-scent-study\/","title":{"rendered":"The Numbers Never Lie: OKCupid x Scentbird Sexy Scent Study"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>What is Sexy?<\/strong> The interesting thing is, there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all answer. Or is there? When it comes to scent and dating, some things are universally attractive\u2014and some will get you ghosted so hard, your next match will need a s\u00e9ance to find you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just in time for Valentine\u2019s Day, the experts in dating (<strong>OKCupid<\/strong>) and the experts in fragrance discovery (of course it\u2019s us, <strong>Scentbird<\/strong>) teamed up to crack the code on attraction. We surveyed hundreds of OKCupid singles to uncover how scent plays into dating, from ghosting potential to the sexiest first-date fragrances. The results? Let\u2019s just say your choice of cologne or perfume matters more than you think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the numbers, they never lie! Scroll below for all the details, and we have so many of them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SCENT &amp; ATTRACTION<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>BO is a no-go.<\/strong> Over 80% of singles say it\u2019s a dealbreaker if their date has body odor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scent = instant chemistry.<\/strong> 73% of singles have been attracted to someone because of their scent. Women are even more scent-driven\u201419% more likely than men to be drawn in by fragrance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smell good, get hit on.<\/strong> 57% of singles say they\u2019ve made a move on someone because of their scent. And women are taking the lead\u2014they\u2019re 14% more likely to initiate than men.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FIRST DATE SCENTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Most singles don\u2019t risk it.<\/strong> 85% say they always or often wear fragrance on a date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What women wear:<\/strong> 41% opt for florals, while 38% go for warm scents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What men wear:<\/strong> Nearly 50% stick to fresh scents, though 25% prefer warm fragrances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scentbird\u2019s First Date Fragrance Picks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Floral Scents for Women<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/tocca-cleopatra-470\">Tocca &#8211; Cleopatra<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/victorias-secret-bombshell-3603\">Victoria\u2019s Secret &#8211; Bombshell<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/ex-nihilo-fleur-narcotique-2473\">Ex Nihilo &#8211; Fleur Narcotique<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/liis-rosestruck-3068\">Liis &#8211; Rose Struck<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/5-sens-catch-feelings-5035\">5 Sens &#8211; Catch Feelings<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fresh Scents for Men<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/j.u.s-icyfizz-208083235069810\">J.U.S &#8211; ICYFIZZ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/blu-atlas-atlantis-3526\">Blu Atlas &#8211; Atlantis<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/ormonde-jayne-verano-2448\">Ormonde Jayne &#8211; Verano<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/victorias-secret-deep-water-3607\">Victoria\u2019s Secret &#8211; VS HIM Deepwater<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/house-of-b-oro-verde-3722\">House of B\u014d &#8211; Oro Verde<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Warm Scents to Share<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/hermetica-amberbee-1716\">Hermetica &#8211; Amberbee<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/moodeaux-worthy-3183\">Moodeaux &#8211; Worthy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/eauso-vert-vanilla-embers-2647\">Eauso Vert &#8211; Vanilla Embers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/mancera-paris-amore-caffe-3570\">Mancera Paris &#8211; Amore Caffe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/chris-collins-lust-4004\">Chris Collins &#8211; Lust | Oud Delice<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Not into florals or woods? Try an ambery, vibrant scent and warm up together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SEXY SCENTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scent seduction is real.<\/strong> 48% of singles admit they\u2019ve been seduced by someone\u2019s fragrance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Women think woody scents are the sexiest on men.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Men think sweet scents are the sexiest on women.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Fellas, nearly half of you wear fresh scents on a first date, but women are looking for something woody. Time to upgrade your rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scentbird\u2019s Sexiest Date Night Fragrances<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wood Scents for Men<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/michel-germain-sexual-oud-rouge-pour-homme-5591\">Michel Germain &#8211; Sexual Oud Rouge Pour Homme<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/ecommerce\/perfume\/joseph-abboud-charcoal-sandalwood-3216\">Joseph Abboud &#8211; Charcoal Sandalwood<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/true-western-yellowstone-ride-3499\">Tru Western &#8211; Yellowstone Ride<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/scents-of-wood-strength-in-santal-3260\">Scents of Wood x Scentbird &#8211; Strength in Santal<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/thameen-london-carved-oud-3647\">Thameen London &#8211; Carved Oud<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sweet Scents for Women<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/the-maker-dream-5034\">The Maker &#8211; Dream<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/by-rosie-jane-dulce-4895\">by\/Rosie Jane &#8211; Dulce<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/navitus-parfums-amour-infinite-5589\">Navitus Parfums &#8211; Amour Infinite<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/juliette-has-a-gun-mmmm...-598\">Juliette Has a Gun &#8211; MMMM&#8230;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/confessions-of-a-rebel-bite-me-2271\">Confessions of a Rebel &#8211; Bite Me<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/perfume\/cirque-du-soleil-leau-de-parfum-5130\">Cirque du Soleil- L&#8217;eau de Parfum<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>THE SCENT DEALBREAKERS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bad scent = no second date.<\/strong> Nearly 30% of singles have ghosted or dumped someone over their fragrance (or lack thereof).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>79% have been completely turned off by someone\u2019s specific perfume or cologne.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Build a fragrance wardrobe of 3+ scents that make you feel confident, sexy, and desirable\u2014because the right scent might just lead to the right person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what to wear, it\u2019s time to set a date. Download <strong>OKCupid<\/strong> to find your match, and head to <strong>Scentbird<\/strong> to find your new fave scent.<strong>Visit <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/pr\/sexy-scents-okcupid\"><strong>https:\/\/scentbirddev.itcraftlab.com\/pr\/sexy-scents-okcupid<\/strong><\/a><strong> to explore the full collection.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Sexy? The interesting thing is, there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all answer. Or is there? When it comes to scent and dating, some things are universally attractive\u2014and some will get you ghosted so hard, your next match will need a s\u00e9ance to find you. 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