The Best Summer Fragrances, According To Our Team Of Editors
9th September 2024 | By Tamara Corin
Need some inspiration for a new summer scent? Here, The Handbook team reveal the must-have seasonal fragrances which they wear on repeat.
“This is a perfect light & fresh scent for both day & night, lasting all day on your skin. With the bottle’s lovely design, it also makes a great addition to your dressing table.” – India, Client Account Manager
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“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, Graphic Designer.
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“I love this scent because it zaps me straight to a sunny Mediterranean beach! The zesty bergamot is refreshing and energising, great for hot sticky days. And the bottle? Total eye-candy, adding a splash of sunshine to my dressing table!” – Tamara, Contributing Beauty Editor.
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“This has been my go-to perfume for years. It’s fresh and slightly zesty but far from sweet or heavy. With one spritz, I’m transported to the Amalfi Coast, sipping an Aperol as the sun begins to set.” – Natasha, Digital Editor.
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“I love this as it reminds me of childhood days at the beach, such happy nostalgia every time I spray it on.” – Elly, CEO.
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“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.
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“I always wear Coco Noir; a classic, iconic scent that works for all seasons. I like to stick to one signature perfume. I’ve been wearing this for years!” – Harriet, Head of Partnerships.
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“Hermes original cologne is my scent of summer 2024. This fragrance delivers sparkling orange with a woody signature and is inspired by the smell of undergrowth moist with morning dew. Think zest and leaves, it’s super fresh and gorgeously chic.” – Robyn, Managing Director.
“It’s floral but not too sweet, so the scent isn’t overpowering. I love it because it reminds me of summer holidays with my mum and wondering how she always smells like she’s just jumped out of a bouquet of flowers.” – Andrea, Food, Culture & Lifestyle Writer
“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, Venue Partnerships Manager
“It’s light, fresh, sort of soapy with a mix of rose and smells a bit like a fancy sunscreen which takes me to the beach every time I smell it. Great for travel as it’s plastic bottle, small and light. Ultimately it reminds me of childhood beach trips.” – Imi, Junior Graphic Designer
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“I stumbled upon this after a friend re-gifted the discovery set to me. I pretty much always want to be somewhere tropical – especially in the summer – and this one at least gives me a small flavour of it when instead I’m stuck on the Irish and British coastlines”. – Patrick, Editorial Assistant.
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“I’ve always been drawn to fragrances that feel more wintery – notes that are woody, with hints of tobacco or leather – so when I found Jo Loves Pomelo I was blown away by how much I loved its bright, zesty scent. It’s a blend of pomelo, pomelo zest, patchouli and vetiver, which I think gives it the warmth I’m always craving, whilst still smelling like summer. “ – Astrid, Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Editor.
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