Best Summer Perfume – 22 Best New Summer Scents And Fragrances

After the initial citrusy splash, Hydra Figue mellows out into a plush, cosy scent of milky musks with a hint of warm cardamom. The scent also uses upcycled ingredients, namely oakwood sourced from scraps of French wine barrels. You’ll also find anise-y notes of Ouzo, an aperitif commonly found in Greece.

Also taking the upcycled route is luxe French label, La Bouche Rouge, an early adopter of refillable beauty as well. There are five scents altogether – with each one incorporating 30% upcycled ingredients – but Rose is our go-to spritz for the scent of dewy, fresh, rosebuds.

Okay, so you prefer going somewhere super chill and quiet this summer; away from the madness of crowds, polluted air and overbooked restaurants. Somewhere like…the Scottish highlands, perhaps? The powdery soft Mallow On The Moor will take you there. There’s plenty of purple flowers in here but mainly, it’s gentle, soothing and will instantly leave you feeling centred. It’s a limited edition collection so add to basket now.

Maison Crivelli broke new ground with neroli in this composition. Gone are the beachy vibes and in its place, a hot, sultry (that’s the leather note talking) waft of orange blossom that’s all shades of bright oranges, yellows and reds. It’s the sauciest neroli out there, and we’re all for it.

If you’re the friend who knows all the hottest spots for dancing away the summer nights and has a wardrobe full of Skims dresses, you’ll love Tom Ford’s ambery Soleil De Feu. With sensuous tuberose and skin-hugging sandalwood, it’s the kind of scent that gets better as the evening goes on.

Every year, we look forward to a new interpretation of Dolce & Gabbana’s classic Light Blue perfume. Summer Vibes doesn’t disappoint; it’s a basket bag full of juicy peaches and zesty bergamots that manages to stay smooth and cocooning in the expert hands of perfumer Olivier Cresp.

Whether you’re the bride (congrats!), maid of honour or an esteemed guest, this romantic floral scent will put you in the mood for love. It’s a bouquet of some of the prettiest flowers out there – roses, peonies and lily of the valleys – yet with a refreshingly cool vibe thanks to flourishing green leaves and musk.

Come on, Barbie, let’s go party! Burberry’s Her Elixir is all kinds of Barbiecore, from the impeccable powder pink bottle to the unapologetically delicious, juicy scent inside. The notes listed read like the inside of Barb’s pantry too, with strawberries, blackberries, and vanilla.

If you’re a maximalist through and through, and you’re not swapping your maxi skirts and floor-length gowns for crochet bras just because it’s summer, this is for you. It’s a generous spritz of bold white florals with Narciso’s signature musky base that lingers for hours on end.

A spritz of Chanel’s Chance Eau Fraiche will transport you to Paris’ Tuileries gardens in full bloom, watching chic Parisians go by while you’re sipping icy lemonade under a shady tree.

Francis Kurkdjian’s latest outing for his namesake label is outdoorsy and fresh, thanks to citrusy verbena and bergamot which brings out the uplifting side of sweet fennel. The splash of cooling green tea is an added bonus.

Inside every spritz of Bronze Goddess is the promise of a great summer day out with your closest friends with margaritas in hand, sunkissed skin and quite literally, beachy hair. 2023’s version has an airiness that gives the creamy coconuts and frangipani a grown-up feel.

Solar Essay falls into the ‘suntan’ scent category with its delicious, creamy notes of coconuts and tiare flower (a tropical shrub often found in Tahiti), but the extra citrusy zing sets it a cut above the rest. Wear liberally any time you need to remind yourself of warm weather days and beachside holidays.

There’s plenty of perfumes that incorporate small amounts of turmeric to add depth in their compositions, but Vyrao’s Sun Ræ shines a spotlight on the aromatic spice, with great success. Along with energising ginger, zingy citruses and basil, this is a warm scent that’ll put you in an optimistic headspace.

If your summer wardrobe includes a pair of fresh new canvas espadrilles, entire rails of neutral linens and an LL Bean tote, make the crisp clean scent of Electric Sky your finishing touch. There’s an aquatic saltiness here that takes the lavender note away from its ‘spa-like’ quality and into a brighter, summery vibe.

Not to state the obvious but Replica’s On A Date smells exactly like…being on a date. Specifically, the ones that take place al fresco on a weekend afternoon, with live music playing, festoon lighting overhead and plenty of sharing plates involved. It’s a cheerful scent that has the perfect amount of tartness to keep it from veering too sweet.

In certain parts of Southeast Asia, ice cold rose cordial drinks are a thirst-quencher served as both a treat from the corner shop and at special occasions. It’s sweet, but also infinitely refreshing thanks to its icy nature and the citrusy side of roses. Lil Fleur captures the scent perfectly thanks to a joyful blend of Damascena rose, blackcurrants and tangerine.