We all have that signature perfume that we wear all year round on repeat, but switching up your scents to fit the season is just as refreshing as swapping out your wardrobe essentials. And one season that needs must (not that I’m complaining) is summer. It calls for all things fresh, fruity, floral and absolutely sublime!
And finding the best summer fragrances to truly get the essence of summer lingering around you everywhere you go is pretty much a necessity at this point.
Think a botanical garden with that fresh waterfall smell. Sunset walks on the beach with a whiff of salty sea. Walking around on a summers day smelling of floral notes topped with hints of citrus, vanilla paired with amber and oud, apple and freesia wafting in the air with a tangy dash of lime. As far as summer fragrances go, you’re truly spoilt for choice!
But as fun as perfume hunting is, it’s also a tiresome battle of going back and forth for the perfect scent. That’s why I’ve done the difficult part for you. I’ve rounded up 9 of the best summer fragrances for women to save you the hassle. And dare I say, I guarantee you’ll be wearing these on repeat all summer long!
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The Best Summer Fragrances For Women In 2024
Marc Jacobs Ever So Fresh Eau de Parfum
The enticing Ever So Fresh edition from the Daisy range by Marc Jacobs is a concoction of summer dreams and an energized spirit. Featuring a “bouquet of juicy citrus notes”. It’s sweet, fruity and full of that “whimsical feeling of dappled sunshine” and I couldn’t agree more! If you’re after a fresh citrus explosion this doesn’t disappoint.
Top notes: Mandarin Essence, Mango, Pineapple
Heart notes: Rosewater, Orange Blossom Essence
Base notes: Cashmere Woods
Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess
Boasting creamy coconut and the warmth of amber, Bronze Goddess is an alluring summer fragrance that’s packed with heat – think whiffs of unforgettable summer nights on the beach. I love it so much that I sometimes wear it every season because who doesn’t want to smell like dreamy summer nights on a rainy miserable day?
Sensuous notes: Amber, Coconut, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Vetiver, Myrrh
Warm notes: Juicy Mandarin, Sicilian Bergamot, Lemon, Pulpy Orange
Radiant notes: Tiare flower, Jasmine, Magnolia petals, Orange Flower Buds, Lavender
Skylar Sunkissed Dahlia
Sunkissed? Yep sounds just about right. And trust me when I say, whatever your version of sun kissed looks like, it probably would be this Sunkissed Dahlia perfume. It has a dreamy balance of subtle fruity notes and warm tones that feels like the suns radiance on your skin. Not only that, but it’s a winner all year round too!
Top notes: Pink Currant, Mamey Sapote, Apple
Middle notes: Dahlia, Jasmine Blossom, Rose Petals
Base notes: Vanilla Custard, Sandalwood, Amber
Replica Beach Walk Eau de Toilette
Looking for a summer scent that takes you back to beach walks along the sand with the smell of the salty breeze and feel of the sun on your skin? Look no further than Replica beach walk. It’s an invigorating scent with fresh hints of citrus and floral notes transporting you to those longing beautiful beach days.
Top notes: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Lemon
Heart notes: Ylang Ylang, Coconut Milk, Heliotrope, Transluzone
Base notes: Musks, Cedarwood, Benzoin
Goldfield & Banks Sunset Hour Perfume
Sunset Hour is just dripping with sweet citrus fruits and spicy florals, a perfect edition to your summer fragrance collection to invoke the epitome of a summer evening. If you’re after a soft heat and warmth drenched with tropical notes, this scent needs to be at the top of your list ASAP!
Notes: Mandarin, Desert Peach, Raspberry, Coconut, Rhubarb, Mango, Jasmin Sambac Absolute, Ginger, Pink Pepper, Sandalwood, Cashemere Wood, Musk, Vanilla Benzoin
Jo Malone London Lime, Basil & Mandarin Cologne
But can you ever really go wrong with the classic and quintessential pull of a Jo Malone fragrance? Absolutely not, and definitely not in summer! Though it’s safe to say, the whole range screams summer to an extent, nothing says it more than the famous Lime, Basil & Mandarin perfume. It’s almost like having the exquisiteness of the Caribbean following you around everywhere you go smelling like a citrusy dream all year round!
DKNY Be Delicious
I must admit, I melt with this perfume on. At one point of my life I used it nonstop for almost 2 years! There’s something about the crispy apple scent that’s just too enticing to let go off. And for summer it really doesn’t disappoint – It’s juicy, irresistible and has a deliciously sweet floral scent that’s like a breath of fresh air on you. The perfect summer fragrance for a day out in the sun!
Top notes: Cucumber, Grapefruit, Magnolia
Middle notes: Green Apple, Lily-of-the-valley, Tuberose, Violet, Rose
Base notes: Sandalwood, Amber
Jimmy Choo Floral
In all honestly, I only discovered this scent recently and it’s absolutely gorgeous! If you’re into floral notes, this perfume has got it all. It may be in high demand in spring but that’s not to say it can’t be enjoyed during the summer too (and you really won’t regret it!)
Top notes: Nectarine, Tangerine, Bergamot
Middle notes: Magnolia, Apricot Blossom, Sweat Pea
Base notes: Musk, Ambroxan, Woody notes
Aerin Mediterranean Honeysuckle Tiare
I think it’s say to say just the name of this fragrance has me reaching for it quicker than you can drizzle olive oil on my salad. Because yes, smelling like I’ve been living in a luxury villa in Greece all my life is really not a complaint of mine! It’s exotic, fruity and has all the beginnings of a summer fragrance staple you’ll find difficult to not to wear this summer.
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