A follow-up to Summer Picks (2023); there is some overlap, but I’ve added a lot of different and unique options to consider for the warmer weather. Of course, you can wear all sorts of fragrances in high heat, but I’ve stuck with more conventional bright and fresh styles for most of the list. There will be something for every gender and age range here. You can click on each of the names to read the individual reviews. Without further ado: Here are 24 recommendations in random order!
Ella K POEME DE SAGANO
One of the stars of my collection, that I forgot to place in my recent Top 50. Mildly fruity with a unique bamboo note.
Eris DELTA OF VENUS [#AD]
The most realistic nectarine/peach-esque fruitiness (supposedly guava) with a muskiness.
Loumari PORTHOLE [#AD]
Mango has been one of the most popular notes and this may be the best take. I much prefer this over the similar God Of Fire.
Les Indemodables ESCALE EN INDONESIE
Arguably the most masculine leaning scent on the list. Spicy, green, but with a magical mineralic ambergris note.
Ormonde Jayne OSMANTHUS ELIXIR [#AD]
A get a hint of cannabis in this, but a very lovely green fruity and juicy scent.
Harold & Maude DELICIEUSEMENT PETILLANTE [#AD]
A sparkling fresh, almost soapy citrussy fruit fragrance.
Atelier des Ors POMELO RIVIERA
Probably my favorite overall citrus fragrance. Bitter, crisp, orange. Simple and perfect.
Fugazzi NOCOLONGE
This was a nice surprise; a sharp sparkling citrus, also with a hint of cannabis to my nose.
Strangers Parfumerie SALTED GREEN MANGO
A deserving hyped indie fragrance; swapping the often sweeter mango for a green and salted one as the name suggests.
Parfumerie Particuliere BLUE MANDARINE
Similar, but a bit more citrussy and less mineralic than Les Indemodables Escale En Indonesie.
Loewe PAULA’s IBIZA
This one seems to have a surprise fig note that takes over the composition. Subtle and mature.
The Harmonist YIN TRANSFORMATION [#AD]
If you want to smell soapy, clean and a bit like Nivea cream? Look no further.
Xerjoff 40 KNOTS
Probably my favorite from this list and the first that I’d repurchase. A rose-tinged oily sea breeze with impressive performance.
Mugler WOMANITY
Divisive, but a love for me. Sun-tan lotion with an edge.
Louis Vuitton PACIFIC CHILL
If you like your fruits more watery and clean than vibrant and juicy, this one is for you.
Essential Parfums FIG INFUSION
My favorite fig fragrance on the market. Great performance and value too.
Gallivant BUKHARA [#AD]
One of the crispest and freshest iris scents that I know. Perfect in high heat.
Acqua di Parma COLONIA FUTURA
A more modern take on the sparkling citrussy Acqua di Parma DNA.
Beso Beach BESO PASION
This one feels like a mix of Essential Parfums Fig Infusion and their Bois Imperial to me. All are great options.
Goldfield & Banks INGENIOUS GINGER
This gets too sweet for high heat in my opinion, but for a Summer’s evening, its a lovely fragrance.
Creed SPRING FLOWER
I’m not often surprised by Creed, but I really enjoyed this one for a fresher floral.
Unique’e Luxury ZEN’GI
A more masculine leaning, pretty hefty citrussy cologne.
Sarah Baker SYMMETRY [#AD]
Speaking of hefty; if you’re looking for a serious oud that has fresher facets for the warm days, Symmetry is a great mix.
Hermes TERRE D’HERMES EAU GIVREE
One of the better flankers in recent years. A brighter, sharper and more acidic take on the lovely Terre D’Hermes DNA.