What to Look for in the Best Summer Perfumes

Choosing a summer fragrance is all about finding a scent that feels fresh, light, and uplifting in warm weather.

1. Fragrance Notes

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Look for perfumes with bright, airy notes such as citrus, aquatic, green, or light florals. These are less likely to feel overwhelming in the heat and evoke the refreshing essence of summer.

2. Longevity and Sillage

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Summer heat can cause scents to fade faster, so consider how long a perfume lasts on your skin. Lighter eau de toilettes may need more frequent reapplication, while some eau de parfums offer longer wear without being too heavy.

3. Occasion and Versatility

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Think about when and where you'll wear your summer fragrance. Some scents are perfect for daytime activities like brunches or beach outings, while others transition well into evening events.

4. Personal Preference

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Ultimately, choose a fragrance that makes you feel confident and happy. Sampling different perfumes or using travel sizes can help you find your signature summer scent before committing to a full bottle.

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    Soleil Blanc Eau de Parfum Spray
    1,655 REVIEWS
    Seductive and unique, this eau de parfum spray features notes of amber, ylang-ylang, and coco de mer. 
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    Happy Perfume Spray

    Clinique

    1,472 REVIEWS
    Our best-selling women's fragrance. A hint of citrus. A wealth of flowers. A mix of emotions.
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    No.13 Nouvelle Vague Eau de Parfum

    Maison Louis Marie

    900 REVIEWS
    For those who like citrus, fresh fruits, energizing scents, fresh mint, and thyme—scents like just-made cocktails adorned with herbs
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    Cote d'Azur Eau de Parfum
    518 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A citrus floral eau de parfum with top notes of fresh lemon, black currant, calabrian bergamot and sicilian orange.
  5. 5
    Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum Decanter
    472 REVIEWS
    FRAGRANCE FAMILY: Fresh SCENT TYPE: Fresh Citrus & Fruits KEY NOTES: Tunisian Neroli, Italian Bergamot, Sicilian Lemon
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    Valley of Flowers Eau de Parfum
    331 REVIEWS
    A modern interpretation of a lush floral scent, Valley of Flowers immerses you in a fragrant field of fresh blooms. 
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    Millésime Impérial Eau de Parfum
    153 REVIEWS
    A fresh, stylish and elegant perfume, Millésime Impérial is a blend of marine accord and iris with sparkling hesperidic top notes.
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    Myth Eau de Parfum

    Ellis Brooklyn

    93 REVIEWS
    The airy beauty of jasmine petals and tiger orchid meets the sexy, undeniable warmth of liquid musks and white cedarwood.
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    Virgin Island Water Eau de Parfum
    38 REVIEWS
    Captures the splendor of summer, inspired by the clear blue waters and sea breeze of the Caribbean Islands.
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    Delina Eau de Parfum

    Parfums de Marly

    31 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Turkish rose, lily of the valley and peony grows in strength and complexity through a fruity trio of lychee, rhubarb and bergamot spiced with nutmeg.

What to Look for in the Best Summer Perfumes

Choosing a summer fragrance is all about finding a scent that feels fresh, light, and uplifting in warm weather.

1. Fragrance Notes

Citrus catapult arrow

Look for perfumes with bright, airy notes such as citrus, aquatic, green, or light florals. These are less likely to feel overwhelming in the heat and evoke the refreshing essence of summer.

2. Longevity and Sillage

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Summer heat can cause scents to fade faster, so consider how long a perfume lasts on your skin. Lighter eau de toilettes may need more frequent reapplication, while some eau de parfums offer longer wear without being too heavy.

3. Occasion and Versatility

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Think about when and where you'll wear your summer fragrance. Some scents are perfect for daytime activities like brunches or beach outings, while others transition well into evening events.

4. Personal Preference

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Ultimately, choose a fragrance that makes you feel confident and happy. Sampling different perfumes or using travel sizes can help you find your signature summer scent before committing to a full bottle.