Words: Charlie Thomas
For the uninitiated, wearing a fragrance might seem like an unnecessary fad, but when selected carefully – and applied moderately – it can make all the difference. For the summer, we recommend going for a lighter, citrus-based scent to accompany the warmer weather – you don’t want to be bogged down by a heavy oud after all, now do you? To point you in the right direction, here are 5 summer fragrances that women love.
CZECH & SPEAKE
As fresh as they come, this classic Neroli scent from Czech & Speake is subtle and long lasting, with hints of orange blossom and ylang ylang.
Czech & Speake Neroli 100ml, £85 from Mr Porter
FLORIS
Inspired by the Italian Riviera, Floris’ Bergamotto Positano is made up of bergamot, fresh mandarin and zingy marine notes. It’s an eau de parfum too, meaning it has a higher concentrate of oils so you’ll smell like the Amalfi Coast all day long.
Floris Bergamotto Positano Eau de Parfum, £160 from Floris
MURDOCK LONDON
Murdock London produce a range of great-smelling colognes, including this Napier 1933 iteration. Inspired by the golden era of motorsport, this green fragrance has notes of sage, cypress, oak moss and amber.
Murdock London Napier 1933 100ml, £90 from Mankind
ACQUA DI PARMA
When it comes to summer fragrances, your cabinet isn’t complete without Acqua di Parma. This set is new for 2015, and combines an eau de toilette with a cleansing shower gel, both of which boast the Italian brand’s signature Arancia di Capri scent.
Acqua di Parma Blue Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri Set, £84 from Selfridges
LACOSTE
Whilst we wouldn’t advise donning a bright yellow polo shirt, investing in Lacoste’s new L.12.12 Jaune cologne would be a smart move. A warm, uplifting fragrance, it’s made up of woody notes of cypress, apples and plenty of grapefruit – it’s ideal for daily wear.
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Jaune, £47.99 from Amazon
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