There’s nothing that gets us in the summer mood quite like a fresh, beachy fragrance. Some perfumes are guaranteed head-turners, with compliments flooding in each time you wear it – and with summer in full swing, that’s exactly the kind of attention-grabbing scent we’re looking for.
Sometimes the best way to sniff out your new fave scent is by asking around. To help you in your hunt for your best summer perfumes that last, we’ve rounded up the heat style team's favourite picks, from some of the best affordable fragrances to sultry date night perfumes that are worth the splurge. Read on to get the dish on the perfumes that we can’t stop spritzing.
Chosen by Style Writer, Phoebe Denman
Debenhams
From the first sniff, I immediately knew this feminine perfume was going to be my new favourite. I can’t tell you how many people have stopped me when I’ve had this on and asked what it was. The main thing I love about this scent is that it goes from day to night so well, there’s something light and crisp about it but it’s equally elegant and sexy. When I go on trips, it goes straight in my suitcase!
Chosen by Style Writer, Phoebe Denman
The Fragrance Shopwww.theperfumeshop.com
This high-energy fragrance smells true to its name in that it is, in fact, absolutely delicious. Its blend of heart notes, like luscious jasmine and orris florals add feminine charm to its fruity finish. This fragrance is addicting, you’ll want to keep smelling it on yourself all day.
Chosen by Celebrity Stylist & Senior Style Writer, Scott Wells
Beauty Piewww.beautypie.com
Looking for a goody that you’ll be smelling forever? Beauty Pie’s Brazilian Lime, Fig Leaves & Tea Eau De Parfum, is the one. I’ve been using this season after season, and it never gets old. With just a few spitzes you’ll be met with fresh zesty scents, and warm undertones which will leave you feeling and smelling incredible!
Chosen by Deputy Style Editor, Cigdem Tanrioglu
John Lewis
When it comes to a summer scent, I’m all about light floral fragrances, which is why Floral Street’s blend of pomelo, passion fruit and apple blossom is my go-to right now. It is the perfect mix of feminine florals and fresh fruity tones without being sickly, which is the vibe I’m going for right now. Plus the bottle is super cute too.
Chosen by Style Writer, Ella Shire
Sephorawww.sephora.co.uk
The Gucci Flora Fantasy fragrance collection is the ideal scent for summer. If you want a fragrance that will have countless people asking what you're wearing then this Gorgeous Magnolia will hit the sweet spot for you.
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Glossier You
Chosen by Trending Content Editor, Aimee Jakes
Sephorawww.sephora.co.uk
I am a self-confessed perfume hoarder (the perks of working in beauty!) but a scent I always come back to is Glossier's You. It's addictively good, it lasts all day and I always get compliments when I wear it. Despite its impressive staying power, it's very light, clean and creamy with subtle floral notes - making it perfect for the warmer months.
Chosen by Style Writer, Emma Hawkins
Cult Beautywww.cultbeauty.co.uk
I’m not going away this year, so to fill that void, sunshine-scented fragrances are very much on my radar. Enter: Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '62 Eau de Parfum. It’s like their best-selling spray, only better and longer lasting – serving up summer feels in a bottle. I get so many compliments when wearing this, too!