The heatwave might have passed and your holiday might feel like a long way off, but fortunately there is some light relief in the form of fragrance. For years, brands have been successfully bottling the scent of the sun, sea and sand to transport us to far-flung, exotic lands. Here are the six scents that will beat the unpredictable British weather and instantly lift your mood…
The cult classic
Marking its 30th anniversary this year, Guerlain’s iconic Terracotta is an olfactory icon. The bergamot gives it a refreshing opening, while the warmth of the tiare flower and vanilla come through on the dry-down. With one spritz you can almost feel the sand between your toes.
The holiday scent
As the name suggests, this fragrance is inspired by the beach. It’s slightly fresher, crisper than Guerlain’s Terracotta with notes of sea spray and mandarin. Those who prefer to skip fragrance on holiday or when they’re in the sun, it’s worth looking into the hand and body lotion too.
The floral scent
If you prefer your fragrance to be heavily floral, but still want to stand out from the crowd then you should try Vilhelm Parfumerie’s jasmine creation. It’s a greener take on the classic white flower. Impressively, Vilhelm’s founder Jan Ahlgren has managed to capture every element of a jasmine, from the satiny petals to the crisp stems and earthy roots.
The masculine scent
For a fresh, crisp perfume look no further than Viktor & Rolf’s Magic Sage Spell. It’s oceans apart from the fashion house’s iconic Flowerbomb scent and is perfect for summer. The notes of patchouli and sage are weaved in with pink pepper and grapefruit. If you veer towards masculine scents over floral or fruity, then seek this one out.
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