Best citrusy summer fragrances
It doesn’t matter if we are talking clothes, food, music or fragrances, what we like or prefer is very personal. When it comes to perfumes or scents I prefer more fruity and citrusy tones and use them all year round. I know some people prefer more woody tones in colder seasons and more fruity in warmer seasons. In this article I will talk about my favourite fruity and citrusy options - perfect for summer.
Francis Kurkdjian - Aqua Celestia Forte
Price: 70ml - 205€ – get it here
Notes: Lime, Cool Mint, Mimosa blossoms, Blackcurrant, Musk
This is my main scent all year round. When you first spray it on you get a very fresh scent with a mix of lime, mint and blackcurrant, then you also get a slight sweet floral touch at the end which makes this perfume very refreshing.
Diptyque - Philosykos
Price: 75ml - 165€ – get it here
Notes: Fig, Fig leaf, Coconut, Fig tree wood, Black pepper, White Cedar
A very unique scent that balances sweet, green, woody, and slightly spicy notes. It smells like summer in a bottle - very fresh, light and clean. This one is not for you if do not like the scent of fig as it is a top note of this perfume.
Diptyque - Eau Nabati
Price: 75ml - 245€ – get it here
Notes: Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Fig Tree, Sandalwood, White Cedar
This is a very balanced fresh scent with warm woody base. The combination of crisp bergamot with warmer fig and blossom makes this scent feel almost exotic but still very nature-inspired.
Le Labo - Fleur D Oranger 27
Price: 100ml - 285€ – get it here
Notes: Orange, Lemon, Bergamot, Orange blossom, Amber, Vetiver
Very citrusy refreshing option that also has a lot of depth because of Amber and Vetiver. It has a slightly spicy foundation which makes this perfume more earthy and the Orange blossom adds just a little bit of sweetness so you get all these layers with wear during the day not just the initial citrus opening.
Jo Malone - Lime Basil and Mandarine
Price: 100ml - 140€ – get it here
Notes: Lime, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Basil, lilac, Vetiver
If you appreciate fragrances that blend fresh citrus with green, herbal elements you would likely enjoy this scent. It is a very delicate combination of tart and spicy so its a perfect light everyday scent for hot summer days.
Maison Margiela Replica - Under The Lemon Tree
Price: 100ml - 110€ – get it here
Notes: Lemon, Cardamom, Green Tee, White Musk, Cedar wood
As the name suggests this perfume has a very bright lemon scent with slight herbal and woody undertones which make it smell very clean. It is one of those fragrances you notice at first but then becomes softer throughout the day.
Maison Margiela Replica - From the garden
Price: 100ml - 95€ – get it here
Notes: Tomato leaf, Green Mandarin, Patchouli
This perfume has a very complex mix of zesty citrus and earthy fresh scents. The combination makes it soft but not as soft as Jo Malone perfumes for example. Tomato leaf adds a very faint note of herbs that stays on you skin until it looses its strength.
Mizensir - Vert empire
Price: 100ml - 210€ – get it here
Notes: Mandarin Orange, Cardamom, Petitgrain, Sage, Australian Sandalwood
Very refreshing combination of lemon and bergamot mixed with a touch of sweetness and warm, woody undertones. This one is very green, clean and crisp.
Guerlain - Aqua Allegoria - Nerolia Vetiver
Price: 125ml - 140€ – get it here
Notes: Bitter orange, Bergamot, Neroli, Basil, Vetiver
A very bright and delicate fragrance, with slight sweet notes but very soft woody finish. It becomes more fruity and woody over time but is not overpowering which is very refreshing.
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