The Best Summer Fragrances, According To Our Team Of Editors

It’s the kind of fragrance that lifts your mood in one spritz. The mix of soft white florals with musk and a hint of pink pepper feels fresh but grounded—like confidence in a bottle. It’s been scientifically designed to boost emotional wellbeing, which explains why I keep reaching for it before big meetings. Subtle, comforting, and just the right amount of bold. – Tamara, Contributing Beauty Editor

Whenever I wear this perfume, I always get asked what I’m wearing. Combining rose with oud and spicy notes, Halfeti is my go-to, year-round scent. – Elly, Founder & CEO

I’m not normally into floral fragrances but Creed Eladaria is a super fresh and easy-to-wear scent, that feels perfect for spring or anytime you want something elegant but not too heavy. It’s definitely a higher price point but worth every penny and lasts all day. – Harriet, Head Of Partnerships

This has been my go-to fragrance for years now. It’s not too sweet, and still feels light + fresh – perfect for summer. – Natasha, Digital Editor

Recently I’ve discovered this, and it instantly transports me to days in the sun and being barefoot on the beach. Summer perfumes bring a sense of freedom and lightness that I am 100% here for. – Ashling, Contributing Style & Interiors Editor

I mainly use Glossier You because it is something different from my very powerful/extremely sweet fragrances. It’s a lighter, muskier scent that isn’t too long lasting and overpowering, so it feels less like a statement and more like an accessory. – Nicole, Senior Graphic Designer

I change up my scents regularly and at the moment it’s all about the Diptyque Eau Des Sens Hair Mist. It’s cheaper than an EDP but when you mist all over hair and wrists lasts just as long – if not longer. A hack I totally lifted from a colleague here at The Handbook! This scent is bitter orange with notes of angelica root, patchouli and juniper berry – not too sweet, not too savoury – and I love it! – Robyn, Managing Director

Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud, I’m normally a Myrhh & Tonka girl but for the summer months I decided to switch it up to something more feminine, and I’m obsessed. I forever get compliments when I wear Jo Malone, and being told you smell good is up there with the best compliment. – Elle, Senior Venue Partnerships Manager

I have a real penchant for amber perfumes, and I’ve never met one I didn’t love. Amber has a tendency to be heavy and wintery, but this scent combines it with a feminine lightness that makes it wearable across all seasons. – Flora, Senior Brand Partnerships Executive

I don’t know what it is about this scent but it just gets me. There’s something really nostalgic about it – the sweet fig, maybe – paired with this creamy wooden undertone – so sexy. It makes me feel like I’ve been transported to a hazy summer festival. – Astrid, Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Editor

I love Madurai by Memo Paris because it’s the perfect sweet and refreshing scent for warmer days, fruity and floral without ever feeling overpowering. It’s a hidden gem that I rarely hear people talk about, yet it always gets me compliments and feels unique. – Caitlin, Senior Campaign Success Manager