How to Smell Like Summer

Being told you smell great is one of the best compliments going. And, like our wardrobes, our perfume should shift with the seasons. With summer fragrances? We’re looking for golden hour, bottled. Think sun-kissed citrus, creamy coconut, and velvety vanilla to set the mood for those endless beach days and poolside margaritas. If fragrances were juicy oranges, we’ve hand-picked the ripest of the bunch here.

_{Prices are accurate as of June 12, 2025. Subject to change.}

Sol de Janiero Cheirosa 62

Crafted by the inventors of the iconic Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, Sol de Janeiro’s Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist whisks you to the tropics each time you spritz. “Cheirosa” means to smell so lovely that you conjure a sense of well-being, and it certainly meets the brief. With notes of pistachio, almond, salted caramel, vanilla, and jasmine, this one borders dessert territory with its good-enough-to-eat scent.

Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess

Bronze Goddess has been making women feel utterly gorgeous since its release in 2017. Coconut, amber, sandalwood, and vanilla are blended with the citrussy tiare flower, creating a scent that’s part Miss Hawaii, part barefoot Bond girl. It’s made for sultry cocktail evenings and those slow-burning summer nights. 

Victoria’s Secret Coconut Passion

Super easy to wear, Victoria’s Secret Coconut Passion Body Mist is a one-and-done summer scent. Layered with musk, Lily of the valley, vanilla, and coconut, this sun-drenched scent is made for lounging under shady palms, poolside. It’s a beach bag essential, and it’ll have you smelling like a Tulum vacation.

Skylar Capri Summer

Skylar’s Capri Summer is a stroll through a Mediterranean orchard. Packed with citrus notes like zingy grapefruit and blood orange, plus bergamot and neroli for a grown-up feel, this sophisticated scent is like a breath of fresh summer air. I love that it’s hypoallergenic and safe for sensitive skin — and bonus points: it’s vegan, too.

Tom Ford Soleil Blanc

Chic and distinguished, Soleil Blanc by Tom Ford transports you to a private yacht in the Bahamas — even if you’re not leaving your backyard. Coco de mer, ylang ylang, cardamom, and floral amber blend to create this alluring scent, housed in a gleaming, minimalist bottle that looks as luxe as it smells. Admittedly, it’s not cheap, but you’ll get your return on investment by way of compliments.

Ouai St. Barts Hair and Body Mist

Ouai’s St. Barts Hair and Body Mist radiates the carefree Caribbean vibes of its namesake. Energize your senses with ripe dragonfruit, sweet orange blossom, tuberose, and alluring musk notes, coming together to craft a scent that lingers long after sunset. All the luxury without the sky-high price tag, Ouai gets it spot on.

Jo Malone London Beach Blossom 

From expert perfumer Jo Malone, Beach Blossom transcends your typical summer fragrance. Sure, it has the oh-so-tropicana coconut and vanilla base, but its standout notes are tonka bean, lime, and mint, which work like a dream team to create a scent more cultivated than the rest. Whether you’re going on vacation or staying home, this scent ensures paradise beach vibes are just a spritz away.

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