With summer finally arriving, it’s time to think about the scents that will make the season for you. The sun is (hopefully) back so it’s time to ditch the heavy fragrances that you may have come to rely on during the winter months as summer weather dictates a lighter approach to your signature scent. Summer fragrances are aimed to be refreshing; they usually consist of citrus and aquatic notes that keep us feeling cool and revived when the heat turns up. Here are a few fragrances that are set to dominate over this period.
FOR WOMEN:
1. DKNY BE DELICIOUS FRESH BLOSSOM
£32.00 for 30ml (RRP)
This recent addition to the DKNY Apple family is perfectly fresh, feminine and delicate. Inspired by the beauty of the Apple Blossom, this perfume is laced with sparkling grapefruit, cassis, jasmine and sun-kissed apricot (almost good enough to eat). This fragrance is light enough to wear all the time and offers a sweet and fresh scent derived from a combination of luscious fruits and flowers.
2. MARC JACOBS’ TROPICAL HIBISCUS
£29.00 for 100ml (RRP)
Though Marc Jacobs Daisy is an established summer classic, this brand new edition to the Splash Collection is an up and coming rival. Hibiscus offers a tropical floral scent with hints of raspberry, mandarin and vetiver. Consisting of woody base notes, this fragrance is both elegant and seductive; therefore it is perfect for romantic evenings. This is an ideal holiday perfume that will keep you refreshed and smelling sweet.
3. CK ONE SUMMER
£33.00 for 100ml (RRP)
For those of you who are uninterested in floral, sweet-smelling, perfumes, CK One has just released a new fragrance that focuses on cool aquatic notes. The summer range is popular each year, but this fragrance particularly stands out as a winner. Consisting of watery fruits – mint, cucumber, sea moss, green apple and citrus – and a rum cocktail note, this unisex fragrance is crisp, fresh and easy to wear. However, this is only a limited edition so grab it before it’s gone!
4. DREAMS UNLIMITED™ SUN FRESH EAU DE TOILETTE
£15.00 for 50ml (RRP)
Smelling good this season does not necessarily require you to break the bank. The Body Shop has introduced a new (limited edition) summer fragrance this year that is deliciously light and upbeat.
This watery, floral fragrance incorporates a blend of neroli blossom and refreshing watermelon notes. It is light enough to wear throughout the day yet also perfectly conveys energy and vibrancy. With its fresh aquatic notes, this scent will keep you cool and refreshed in the summer heat.
FOR MEN:
1. DAVIDOFF COOL WATER
£25.33 for 75ml (a current offer in Boots)
This fragrance was among the first to focus on an aquatic aroma and has remained extremely popular, dominating the market in past years. Cool Water is a clear, fresh and elegant fragrance that consists of bergamot, peppermint, lavender, and orange blossom contributing to a sensual smell. Its woody undertones add depth and create an earthy, masculine base. This year, Davidoff have amped up this best-seller with a trio of citrus notes which make the limited edition Cool Water Pure Pacific even more refreshing.
2. CALVIN KLEIN ETERNITY MEN SUMMER 2012
£33.00 for 100ml
This is a cool and calming fragrance that blends notes of cumquat, pineapple, melon, bergamot, bamboo, cedar leaf, salty breeze with woody undertones. Described as a calm, casual fragrance, Calvin Klein Eternity Summer 2012 provides a crisp and fresh scent that is easy to wear all day long due to its subtlety. This fragrance has only recently been released but makes an impressive addition to the already popular summer range.
3. GIORGIO ARMANI ACQUA DI GIO POUR HOMME
£44.00 for 50ml
Another classic, this fragrance is an established product that does well each year. With a perfect mixture between sensuality and masculinity, this cologne manages to stay fresh and fashionable year after year. Combining floral notes (most notably jasmine and rose) and a marine scent with musky, woody undertones Acqua di Gio is a masculine scent that is both fresh and aromatic. Due to its lightness, it is the ideal fragrance to wear during hot summery days, but it is also popular all-year round.