“The beauty of fragrance is it speaks to your heart, and hopefully someone else’s,” are wise words shared by actress and style icon Elizabeth Taylor. While the many fads that dictate the way we dress can change over time, there are staples that always stay in our closets. And with those, there is always the perfect perfume to pair it with.

Shakil Ahmad, from perfume brand Gold Series, says fragrances have become the ultimate fashion accessory, enhancing and elevating a look.

Matching the right fragrance with the best items in your repertoire, Ahmad believes, can take your style game to the ultimate level. Here are his five tips on how to make this work: