10 Best Summer Fragrances

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Bid farewell to the cold wintery days and say hello to summer. Summer is by far the most carefree and easy-going season of the year. It is indeed the most exciting season and the highlight of the whole year. In the scorching heat of summer, a pleasant fragrance or a lovely perfume is an important part of our social life.

According to Maurice Roucel “Your fragrance is your message, your scented slogan”.  When you go out in public, the first impression is your fragrance. Chose the scent best suited for the occasion. Go for light citrus, floral and sweet fragrances for the day and use bold, sultry, and sophisticated scents for the nigh-out and dinner dates.

Make your presence count with the best perfume to go with this summer season. People who smell good are automatically becoming more attractive than the rest of the people in the room. Update your perfume wardrobe with the best fragrances and sultry perfumes.

As fragrances can be a big part of our life, choosing the one that goes well with your personality and mood can be very difficult sometimes. So, a bit of research won’t hurt anyone, learn about the best fragrances, and what goes well with your personality.

Always pick your fragrance according to the time of the day. In the daytime always wear a nice, simple, and sweet perfume that is not very overpowering or bold. Day time summer scents are mostly uplifting and fresh. You will spend most of the time at the office and you don’t want to scare people away by wearing bold and overpowering fragrances to the meeting hall. Heavier fragrances are not very suitable for the daywear.

At night time go for the loud, bold, and sultry fragrances as you will mostly spend your night out in town. They are loud, deep, and sultry in notes. Often wear in parties and night out with friends. The fragrances that are best worn at night have a heavier chemical composition that's why they last longer. From the day time to night-time, we have picked the best summer fragrances for you.

Ahead, 5 of our favorite day time summer scents to pick up for this season.

Marc Jacob Daisy Eau So Fresh

The creator of Daisy Marc Jacobs, Master perfumer Alberto Morillas also composed this scent. This perfume belongs to the floral family. The long-lasting ability makes it more desirable, if you want to smell good during your office hours then this is your best choice as it is strong but in a sophisticated kind of away. A little goes a long way and you smell good all day long.

Main Accords 
fruity floral sweet green powdery

Top Notes
Red Raspberry, Wild Rose, Warm Plum

Heart Notes 
Violet, Wild Rose, Apple blossom, Lychee, Jasmine petals

Base Notes 
Musk’s, Plum, Cedarwood

Best time to wear: When heading to the beach or having an event on the beach. a Beach getaway that needs a light, reliable perfume for everyday wear.

Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker

Lovely is Sarah Jessica Parker's first fragrance in collaboration with Coty Inc. If you are a fan of citrus top and the musky base then this perfume is for you. According to Sarah Jessica Parker, she already had the idea of what she wanted as it was her dream to create her own fragrance.  This stuff smells amazing and is quite long-lasting. Two sprays will be enough for you to last your office hours. It tends to last around 6-7 hours on the skin.

Main Accords 
musky woody aromatic floral powdery fresh spicy

Top Notes
Mandarin, bergamot, rosewood, lavender, and apple martini.

Heart Notes 
Apple martini, Rosewood, Paperwhites, Orchid

Base Notes 
Patchouli, Musk, Cedarwood, Amber, Woods

Best time to wear: An alcohol-filled, all-day brunch at a new or favorite hot spot where there is plenty of mimosas.

Burberry Summer for Men and Woman

Burberry Summer Cologne by Burberry is created by Emilie Coppermann, First released in 2009. It is very sweet, light, and refreshing. This stuff smells amazing and you will get a lot of compliments on how it lasts all day long. This is men’s best go-to daytime perfume. It is very subtle, light, and soothing. The unique and stylish packaging makes this perfume more appealing.

Main Accords
aromatic fresh spicy citrus green woody

Top Notes
airy effusion of lime, green apple and the irresistible bittersweet and subtly floral aroma of yuzu fruit

Heart Notes 
Floated wood, Gorse flower

Base Notes
Cedarwood, Sandalwood

Best time to wear: A casual outdoor afternoon event that will last long into the nighttime.

Sundazed by Byredo is by far the most addictive perfume you’ll get your hands on this summer. Sundazed is a citrus fragrance for both men and women created by Byredo. It was launched in 2019. According to Byredo, the aim is to express a state of mind through this scent. The gorgeous scent that lasts up to 12 hours will blow you away by its summery aroma. This fragrance will make you go through that rough office hours with a smile on your face.

Main Accords
citrus sweet white floral fresh floral powdery

Top Notes
Mandarin, lemon, neroli, jasmine sambac, cotton candy, skin musk

Heart Notes 
Jasmine sambac, Neroli

Base Notes 
Candy floss, Musk

Best time to wear: The perfect scent for a bright summer’s day.

Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Cipresso di Toscana

Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo - Cipresso di Toscana is a popular perfume for both men and women. The woody-fresh scent lasts you all day long. This unisex perfume smells amazing and refreshing. It has a very light and summery smell of citrus, basil, and salty Mediterranean cypress. If you are looking for a summery bright perfume this might be your go-to scent because of its warm, soothing, and woodsy smell.

Main Accords 
aromatic woody fresh spicy green herbal

Top Notes
Orange, Elemi, Star Anise Accord

Heart Notes 
Jasmine, Lily of the valley, Lavender, Coriander, Cardamom

Base Notes
Cypress, Pine, Cedar, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Vetiver

Best time to wear: This is a scent that any strong and powerful, try wearing for an outside brunch.

5 of our favorite night-time summer scents to pick up for this season are;

L'Instant de Guerlain

L'Instant de Guerlain is a sweet and creamy amber fragrance that will last all day long. When you open the bottle the first note is sweet citrus, not overpowering but the right amount of sweetness. This feminine, elegant, and the soft scent will be one of your best go-to perfume in summer. This scent is very Sophisticated, soothing, and sultry.

Main Accords 
floral powdery vanilla sweet balsamic honey

Top Notes
Citrus, magnolia, ylang-ylang, and sambac jasmine.

Heart Notes 
Jasmine, Hibiscus

Base Notes 
Sandalwood, Patchouli, Cacao pod

 Best time to wear:  A romantic candlelight dinner with dessert and wine under the stars.

Gucci (Italian fashion house) launched its new scent, Gucci Bloom, in August 2017. Alessandro Michele is the creative director of this fragrance. The feminine fragrance has a white floral tone that is making quite a stir in the fragrance industry. The creamy, sweet, and soothing smell of the white flower is irresistible. It will be available as a 30, 50 and 100 ml Eau de Parfum. You don’t need to put on a lot as it is long-lasting.  This feminine perfume is your best choice on your special occasions.

Main Accords
white floral tuberose floral animalic green

Top Notes  
Rangoon Creeper, Jasmine Bud, Tuberose

Best time to wear:  An elegant evening spent taking in a live performance.

Cartier La Panthere Perfume

Cartier La Panthere Perfume was launched in 2014 as a symbol of freedom that represents independent and graceful women. This perfume is available in 30, 50 and 75 ml Eau de Parfum. If you like sweet and soft perfume then this scent is for you. The soothing creamy scent will last you all night. The fruity-floral smell is best for this summer season. 

Main Accords
fruity woody white floral sweet earthy musky

Top Notes
nuances of rhubarb, strawberries, anise, bergamot, dried fruit, apple, and apricot.

Best time to wear: A bonfire and s’ mores on the beach after a long day spent in the sun.

Armani Code Absolu pour Homme

Armani Code Absolu pour Homme was released in 2019 and marketed by Loreal. The iconic bold and sophisticated touch of this scent is very irresistible. It is very long-lasting. The bold smell will blow you away. It is best for any special occasion or date nights as it will last for a very long time.

Main Accords 
balsamic vanilla aromatic sweet powdery

Top Notes
Green mandarin, Apple, Orange blossom, Nutmeg, Carrot seed, Tonka bean, Suede, Vanilla

Heart Notes 
Nutmeg, Carrot seed 

Base Notes 
Tonka bean, Vanilla

Best time to wear: This is a timeless option for hot and humid night. The fruity and aromatic top notes all blend perfectly.

L'Homme Water Splash by Prada

Prada L'homme Water Splash is a men’s fragrance launched in 2019. It is designed by perfumer Daniela Andrier. Prada the Italian fashion house never fails to produce the best ever scents in the fragrance industry. It is indeed a very nice addition to the range. The longevity of this fragrance is very good. You can get a 150ml bottle in 40€. It is the most refreshing scent that leaves a spicy citrus effect. Prada L'homme Water Splash is men’s best choice of daily wear.

Main Accords 
powdery woody warm spicy floral citrus

Top Notes
neroli and mandarin leaf along with cardamom

Heart Notes
Ginger

Base Notes 
Sandalwood, Cedarwood

Best time to wear: This is the best choice for daily nightwear, also if you're looking for just one signature scent for all of summer, this could be a great choice.

Conclusion:

Fragrance plays a very vital role in our life. Good body odor leaves a refreshing feeling and contributes to boosting your confidence, changes your mood completely, and makes your personality much more attractive. On the plus side perfumes have a therapeutic effect on the human mind as they have essential oils, they can relax your brain, cure headache, and treats insomnia. So next time when you buy perfume to make sure that it matches your personality and mood.