Unlock Summer’s Secret Scents: 8 Colognes You’ve Never Tried but Will Absolutely Love
Ever caught yourself wondering if your summer vibe could be bottled up? What if that perfect sun-kissed, ocean-breezy feeling wasn’t just a daydream but a spritz away? Dive into the world of summer scents that don’t just smell good—they transport you straight to those golden hours of warmth and adventure. Whether it’s zesty lemons, fresh bergamot, or even a hint of salty ocean air, these fragrances capture the essence of sun-soaked days with unapologetic flair. Ready to turn heads and memories with each scent? Let’s unpack the must-have summer eau de parfums that’ll keep you feeling fresh, fabulous, and more than a little irresistible. LEARN MORE
This is one that hits all those classic summer notes. It leads with citrus, notes of lemon and bergamot, and finishes with the type of clean musk we’ve grown to expect from Orto Parisi.
For under $100, it doesn’t get much better (or more summery) than Horace. The lemon and mandarin notes are bright and upbeat, while the vetiver finish brings it back down to Earth.
On the other end of the spectrum from Horace, there’s Guerlain. Néroli Plein Sud is one of the most adventurous and complex summer scents you can buy. Orange blossom gives a prominent floral and citrus opening. The layer of spice, thanks to turmeric and ginger, will transport you straight to the desert of Morocco.
Troye Sivan’s fragrances are, actually, pretty amazing. This ain’t your average celebrity-backed stuff. Pool in particular gets our vote for the summer as, as the name suggests, it’s inspired by swimming pools. Cucumber, lychee, raspberry, and Italian bergamot make it the poolside spritz you’ll be yearning for.
Sunscreen and the salty ocean air on the coast of Queens are what inspired this scent (the brand actually describes its notes as “ocean air, sun tan lotion, hedges, and skin musk”). Exclusive to New York City stores, the fragrance is available online for the summer months only.
Inspired by founder Lyn Harris’s childhood, Perfumer H’s Dandelion captures the memory of long afternoons outdoors (think the ongoing six-week summer holidays), when you’d lie in fields and blow dandelion heads. It’s an idyllic fragrance we keep returning to.
Inspired by Paris in the sun, this fragrance from niche brand Ex Nihilo combines a gentle splash of Italian lemon with orange blossom and white cedarwood. Fresh and sparkling like a morning walk in the Tuileries garden.
Capri is the ultimate summer destination, and 19-69 has bottled up all the best bits. Inspired by the stylish movie Le Mépris, which was shot in 1963 on the isle of Capri, the scent uses grapefruit, bitter orange, and jasmine to recreate the island’s unique smells.
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