As the old fragrance adage goes, a spritz of a perfume can mentally transport you to the vacation of your dreams. And, for 2024, wanderlust is on everyone’s minds when picking their ideal summer scent.
From the ever popular beaches along the Mediterranean to the Kenyan coast, our favorite brands are currently inspired by idyllic vacation spots that will bring on the good vibes. Sweet florals and gourmands are as popular as ever, and even surprisingly, notes such as mango and coconut water have become key notes in this season’s best scents.
So if you’re in the market for something new to add to your fragrance wardrobe, you’ve come to the right place. Below are 15 summer fragrances to try this season—and beyond.
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Vilhelm Parfumeria Sparkling Jo
Bright and bubbly, Sparkling Jo is an ode to the roaring 20s icon Josephine Baker. Made with notes of champagne, musk, and pear, it’s a woody scent with a hint of spice that just sparkles. One spritz and you’ll be channeling your inner flapper all night long.
Available at La Perfumerie USA
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Bulgari Chill & Sole
Calming and soothing, Chill & Sole is meant to take your body, mind, and soul away to relax along the Mediterranean. It’s made with notes of lemon essence and neroli, you get a bright floral with added warmth for easy going vibes reminiscent of an idyllic Italian summer.
Available at Bloomingdales
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Dossier Neroli Romance
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Nette Pear Jam
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Ellis Brooklyn Miami Nectar
Anything inspired by Miami is going to be a good time. This is a lush scent made with pink pineapple, coconut water, vanilla, and salted woods for a decadent fruity smell that will have you wanting to lay on the beach drinking pina coladas all day long.
Available at Ellis Brooklyn
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Diptyque Ilio Eau de Toilette
Capturing the scent—and aura—of the Mediterranean in a bottle is no easy feat, but leave it to Diptyque to do that and more. It’s made with notes of bergamot, prickly pear, iris, and jasmine for a fun fruity scent that evokes the warm feeling of sun hitting your skin as you languish by the water soaking up all the summer vibes.
Available at Diptyque Paris
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Vacation After Sun
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Orabella Blooming Fire
Bella Hadid’s first foray into beauty is a collection of perfume oils that we simply can’t stop obsessing over. For the warmer months, we love Blooming Fire, which is a mix of monoi flower, patchouli, and bergamot. One whiff, and it will whisk you away (mentally of course) to a tropical oasis, which is all we went this summer.
Available at Ulta
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Charlotte Tilbury Calm Bliss
Charlotte Tilbury’s fragrances are all about getting in touch with our emotions. Thanks to the use of a special A.I. technology, the collection is made of notes that are picked from an ingredient-driven algorithm and proven to make consumers feel a specific type of way. For this summer, we especially love Calm Bliss for its soothing and easy going nature. Made with notes of neroli oil, orange blossom, lavender, you get an aquatic aroma that is just so dreamy and carefree—just as summer should be.
Available at Sephora
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Brown Girl Jane Lamu Eau de Parfum
This is a fun burst of energy to get you excited for all your summer adventures. As an ode to the Kenyan coast, it has Italian lemon, coconut water, and sandalwood for a lovely mix of citrus and floral smells that feels like a warm hug.
Available at https://www.sephora.com/product/lamu-eau-de-parfum-P510270
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Loewe Paula’s Ibiza Cosmic Eau de Parfum
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Killian Paris Sunkissed Goddess
