Meet the mood-enhancing scents to give you that instant summer feeling, no matter the forecast
The power of scent isn’t to be sniffed at – if you’ll pardon the pun. When just a spritz has the power to evoke precious memories, it’s safe to say that a beautiful fragrance is always worth the investment. This summer season, we’re swapping our woodier winter perfumes for sparkling, refreshing numbers that lighten our mood as the weather gets warmer. Whether it’s notes of crisp citrus, fresh sea salt, or sweet blooms, these beauties are sure to transport you across the world, from the sun-dappled terraces of the Amalfi coast to the sandy beaches of Bali. All without leaving the comfort of your home.
Not sure which fragrance to choose? Here are the scents sure to bring sensory summer bliss, from those trending on TikTok to timeless classics.
Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk Eau De Toilette
• Size: 30ml
• Fragrance family: floral
Capturing the bliss of sand between your toes and waves crashing against the shore, this scent is bursting with refreshing bergamot, ylang ylang and sweet notes of coconut milk and soft musks. Nothing short of delicious, just a spritz will have you dreaming on sun-soaked beach days.
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Hair & Body Perfume Mist
• Size: 90ml
• Fragrance family: warm gourmand
Mouthwatering salted caramel meets alluring pistachio to make this iconic scent the ultimate ode to summer. With delicious notes of almond and vanilla, and a fragrant heart of jasmine petals, this delightfully sunny mist instantly transports you to the tropical beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Our top tip? As a finishing touch, spritz the fragrance across your hair for a scent that will disperse naturally in the breeze. Bliss.
Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent
• Size: 50ml
• Fragrance family: solar floral
Feel the heat with every spray of Estée Lauder’s Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent. The gorgeously sensuous, sun-drenched blend of warm amber, Tiare flower, creamy coconut and vanilla combine for a lingering scent that leaves us reminiscing of bare feet on warm sand – piña colada in hand, naturally. It comes as no surprise it’s one hot-weather classic we return to time and time again in the quest for an endless summer.
Khloé Kardashian XO Khloé Eau De Parfum
• Size: 30ml
• Fragrance family: floral woody
If there was ever a way to join the Kardashian craze, consider this wonder scent your ticket in. Indulge the senses with a delicate bouquet of crystallized rose petals dipped in orange blossom water. While notes of praline, musks and sensual woods leave behind an elegant and distinctive trail, long after the sun has set.
Calvin Klein CK One Unisex Eau de Toilette
• Size: 100ml
• Fragrance family: citrus
If you love a fresh, citrus fragrance, then this summery number is for you. The unisex scent contains top notes of bergamot and green tea, mingled with heart notes of violet and rose for a freshness we just can’t get enough of. And the sleek bottle will sit pretty on your dressing table, too.
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau De Toilette
• Size: 50ml
• Fragrance family: fruity floral
A sunny, Italian summer, bottled. Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue scent is a timeless classic, and rightly so. Fresh top notes of cedar, green apple and bluebell are balanced by the hearty base notes of citron wood, amber and musk. Consider it the perfect spritz for an alfresco summer dinner.
Burberry Hero Eau de Toilette for Men
• Size: 50ml
• Fragrance family: woody
Looking for a hero scent of the summer? One whiff of Burberry’s bergamot essence, cedarwood trio and black pepper juniper cocktail and you’ll be reminded of those seemingly never-ending, balmy summer nights. Gorgeously strong, yes, but never OTT, it’s the perfect men’s fragrance.
Tom Ford Costa Azzurra Eau De Parfum
• Size: 50ml
• Fragrance family: woody & earthy
Composed of lavender, geranium, African rosemary and patchouli, this scent has the kind of uplifting aroma that sticks around long after you’ve left. Think exhilarating sea air meets fresh citrus and aromatic woods that’s guaranteed to turn heads. As for the bottle? Well that’s just summer wrapped up.
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