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The season of wearing less is almost upon us, which means it’s time to push all your citrus, floral, and airy scents to the front of your vanity and spritz on a summer adventure. For the days you want to smell like a stroll through a botanical garden or like crisp, fresh linen sheets, shop the 20 best fragrances that fit every summer scenario.
Each scent in the collection was hand-picked by a master perfumers—literally. Inspired the delicate and light flower lavender, this scent smells as fresh as a new bouquet entering your home.
Picture yourself walking through London's Green Park, the smell of peonies and plum blossoms unfolding right under your nose. Burberry's Her Blossom allows you to relive that dream with each spray.
This summery scent can be summed up in one comment from a customer: "It’s the perfect blend of beachy air, with a hint of sunscreen (in a good way), and a hint of clean laundry."
Most floral fragrances focus on the flower itself. But this classic from Malin and Goetz is built on the lingering scent of the stem, plus a little hint of mandarin leaves, freesia greens, rose stems, and jasmine buds for added oomph.
Rose of No Man's Land is a bit spicier than most floral scents. You smell a hint of the Turkish rose petals, but it's the intoxicating blend of spicy pink pepper that warms you up.
This genderless fragrance was created by actress Michelle Pfieffer, inspired by the cologne she used to steal from her father's collection. It's woody and fresh, and can carry you from the summer months to the dead of winter.
The rich blue bottle alone evokes memories of seaside walks and crisp summer mornings. Spritz the exhilarating fragrance all over your body transports you to the coast of Italy.
With light florals like lily of the valley and jasmine combined with sandalwood, amber, and musk, the Cashmere Mist is the classic scent you reach for when you want to be taken seriously.
If you want to smell like money, Narciso Ridriguez's Pure Music has you covered. The powdery floral scent connects with orange blossom for a feminine and sophisticated aroma that last forever.
Summer is all about fun, and Miu Miu's Twist perfume is just the scent to match your wildest adventures. It's fruity-floral scent is sure to garner compliments.