Whether you’re looking for something to transport you to golden beaches and tropical evenings, or a scent that you can wear when you get back home, finding the best summer perfume need not be an arduous task.editors inspire you with their current favourite holiday-ready fragrances.While the best scent profile for you will ultimately depend on your personal preference, a good summer fragrance skews lighter than the scents you opt for in cooler months.
Instead, look for fragrances with notes that are bright, fresh and airy. Citrus accords featuring bergamot, lemon and grapefruit are a popular choice, echoing the fruits that flourish in the sunny season. Green fragrances with extracts like galbanum and vetiver will lend a fresh facet to your scent, whilst notes of flower and coconut are holiday staples – is there anything more tropical?As fragrances evaporate quicker in heat, the best summer perfumes need some staying power.
Whichever you go for, there are a few hacks to make your scent project and last much longer. Layering your perfume over ain the same fragrance family will help the scent stick to the skin, and strategic spritzing on the nape and behind the knees ensure you leave an inviting trail.