When it comes to selecting the perfect summer fragrances, we all have different preferences—some like fresh floral scents, others prefer a more musky scent. There’s no right or wrong answer when it comes to picking your favorite scent. But there are some tricks that will help you find the best summer fragrances for women. From woody men scents to fruity feminine ones, there are a myriad of different options to suit your individual taste. Read on for our top picks for this summer, along with pointers on how to find the perfect fragrance for you.
Comme des Garçons Play
Comme Des Garçons Play is one of the best summer fragrances, a woody fragrance that is warm and oriental, with notes of aromatic sandalwood, pink pepper, anise, and clove. The scent is light and lies somewhere between masculine and feminine, making it a good choice for both women and men. It opens with notes of rose, geranium, and cardamom, before giving way to sandalwood, rose, and cedar. The heart is infused with pink pepper, anise, and clove, while the base is composed of musk, vetiver, and amber.
Byredo Noir
Byredo Noir is an eau de toilette that smells like luxuriant beach sand, with notes of salty sea air, and a hint of frankincense and myrrh. This fragrance is the epitome of summer; it’s light, fresh, and invigorating. It’s the kind of scent you want to wear to feel beach-y and happy. The scent opens with notes of sandalwood, neroli, and red berries, before transitioning to a mix of myrrh, frankincense, and coconut. It develops further, with notes of vanilla, tonka bean, and guava, while the base is comprised of white musk, coconut milk, and sandalwood.
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue is a bright and aquatic scent that is perfect for summer. It has a fruity, aquatic scent with notes of blue grapefruit, pamplemousse, freesia, and water lily, with a hint of mint. This is a great scent for those who like a fruity, fresh fragrance. It is a little bit heavier than the Comme Des Garçons Play, making it the perfect scent for those who want to smell good but don’t have the time to spend on perfumes.
Elizabeth and James Nirvana
Elizabeth and James Nirvana is a floral fragrance inspired by the delicate scent of roses. The scent is floral, but not too floral, and it makes for an ideal summer fragrance. The scent is all about roses and white musk, making it perfect for those who like floral fragrances. The scent opens with notes of pink rose, before giving way to white musk, vanilla, and amber. The smell is light and slightly powdery, but it gets stronger as you wear it. It’s perfect for those who love floral scents and want a light, fruity smell.
Estée Lauder One Fine Day
Estée Lauder One Fine Day is a floral fragrance that is perfect for those who want to smell sophisticated and feminine. The scent is floral, but lighter and less intense than Elizabeth and James Nirvana, and it makes for a great summer fragrance. The scent is composed of rose and jasmine, with nuances of vanilla and cashmere, making it perfect for summer. The scent starts off with notes of rose, jasmine, and sandalwood, before developing into a more powdery smell.
Hermes Ezoé Summer Edition
Hermes Ezoé Summer Edition is a citrus blend that makes for the ideal summer scent. The blend is fresh, with notes of orange and grapefruit, but it isn’t overly sweet. The scent is perfect for those who want to smell like a summer girl, but don’t want to smell like a citrus fruit. The scent opens with notes of orange and grapefruit, before giving way to notes of vanilla, amber, and musk. It has a clean, fresh scent that is great for those who want to smell good without smelling like a citrus fruit.
Issey Miyake Tokyo Rose Eau de Toilette
Issey Miyake Tokyo Rose Eau de Toilette is a floral scent that is reminiscent of the city of Tokyo. This is a popular summer fragrance, thanks to its floral notes. The scent is light and fruity, with notes of orange, rose, and freesia. It opens with notes of orange, followed by rose, freesia, and vanilla. It has a light, fruity scent with a hint of sweetness. It is fresh and great for those who want to smell good, but don’t want to smell too strong.
Kenzo KOReauty Show Must Go On Blossom Collection
Kenzo KOReauty Show Must Go On Blossom Collection is a floral blend that is perfect for those who want to smell light and fresh, but not too strong. The scent is composed of floral notes, but they aren’t too strong and they aren’t too sweet. The scent is perfect for those who want to smell like a summer girl, but don’t want to smell like a citrus fruit. It has notes of lily, orange blossom, freesia, and jasmine, making it perfect for those who want to smell light and sweet.