The best summer perfumes capture the spirit of the season. These warm weather months are all about sunshine, adventure, and taking time to relax. Scents add to that mood by forming a deep connection with our emotions.
Choosing the right fragrance for summer can be a fun process. Often, these scents are designed to capture the light-hearted nature of this season. Think notes of fresh flowers, zesty citrus blends, ocean breezes, and more.
They’re memorable.
One day, you’ll catch a whiff of, say, warm vanilla notes and it’ll mentally transport you back to spraying on Charlotte Tilbury’s Joyphoria and laying beachside reading your favorite book.
Or maybe you’ll spritz on Mugler’s Alien Hypersense Eau de Parfum later in the year to remind you of an unforgettable al fresco dinner date.
This season, we’ve thoughtfully picked a selection of the best summer fragrances that will bring you on a sensory escape to paradise.
Read on to discover the best summer perfumes that launched in 2024.
The Best Summer Perfumes of 2024
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Sol de Janiero
Summer E Amor Perfume Mist
Just like summer’s fleeting moments, this Sol de Janeiro perfume mist is a limited edition and won’t be around for long. Spritz it on to experience the warm and energetic fragrance inspired by Brazil.
The creamy almond top notes complement perfectly with the floral heart notes and deeper base notes.
- Scent: Warm Florals
- Key Notes: Orange Flower, Creamy Almond, Sunkissed Woods
“This unique fragrance opens with tangerine and almond then evolves into a signature heart of rich white florals. Undeniably enveloping, it’s grounded with amber, vanilla, and brown sugar,” says Sol de Janiero perfumer Jérôme Epinette.
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Mugler
Alien Hypersense Eau de Parfum
Get ready to receive compliments like “You smell so nice, what are you wearing?”. Then, you’ll reveal that mystery with “Oh, it’s Mugler’s new Alien Hypersense Eau de Parfum”.
The mix of green mandarin and pear accord with jasmine sambac (sustainably sourced and extracted from flowers grown in Mugler’s field in India) is truly captivating.
Plus, the bottle design takes after a spiritual technicolor prism and doubles as a work of art on your vanity.
- Scent: Fruity Florals
- Key Notes: Green Mandarin and Pear Accord, Jasmine Sambac, Cashmeran
“The quality is perfect for Mugler because its fragrance is very sensual and generous,” says master perfumer Dominique Ropion. “In the heart of the composition, it reveals facets that express Alien’s essence to the fullest.”
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Korres
Kyma Eau de Toilette
Feel like you’re in Greece with Kyma by Korres. Meaning “wave” in Greek, this summer fragrance smells like salty wind and citrus. Imagine a sun-soaked Mediterranean summer with a warm breeze and bliss.
Wear Kyma on its own or layer with another perfume for a unique mix of summer goodness.
Plus, save 20% off from June 3 to July 1, 2024, using the code GREEKSUMMER at checkout.
- Scent: Fresh Citrus
- Key Notes: Lime, Mandarin, Orange, Marine, Watery, Pepper, Cedar, Vetiver, Nutmeg
“The quality is perfect for Mugler because its fragrance is very sensual and generous,” says master perfumer Dominique Ropion. “In the heart of the composition, it reveals facets that express Alien’s essence to the fullest.”
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Charlotte Tilbury
Joyphoria
This list of best summer perfumes of 2024 wouldn’t be complete without Charlotte Tilbury’s new Fragrance Collection of Emotions (inspired by six emotions).
The gorgeous design takes after 18th-century-inspired alchemy bottles. In my opinion, the Joyphoria fragrance is one of the best gourmand fragrances out there.
The mood-boosting molecules of ylang-ylang and vanilla bean extract make this scent happiness in a bottle.
Fun fact: the number 3 (III) on the bottle celebrates the pure joy of living. In numerology, this number is believed to be the most carefree of all energies.
- Scent: Fresh Solar
- Key Notes: Neroli Oil, Ylang-Ylang, Solar Vanilla
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Who Is Elijah
Electric Soul
Who Is Elijah’s philosophy is all about creating scents for everybody, everywhere, for both genders. Electric Soul is the Australian brand’s newest fragrance, and it favors the bold.
Fill your summer nights with florals, musk, and spice — this scent is designed to make an impression. Let it serve as a reminder to live life to the fullest and revel in the moment. Plus, the unmissable purple color matches the vibe of the scent.
- Scent: Floral, Spicy, Woody
- Key Notes: Pink Pepper, Pear, Raspberry, Peach, Jasmine, Rose, Musk, Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood
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Kopari
Lost In Paradise Hair & Body Fragrance Mist Set
Kopari Beauty, known for their clean products like coconut oil and sheer mist sunscreen, has expanded to fragrances for hair and body. The four new scents (Marbella Bloom, Kaanapali Coast, Malibu Peach, and Seychelles Sands) were inspired by idyllic, relaxing places. Pick your scent(s), spritz, and feel transported to paradise, wherever you are.
All of the fragrances are vegan and responsibly-sourced with upcycled ingredients from nature across the world. My personal favorite is Marbella Bloom (the one in the pink bottle), which combines the sweet smell of neroli and bergamot with the refreshing coastal air. Shop them individually or as a set to save and get a complimentary checkered travel case.
Marbella Bloom
- Scent: Floral and Powdery
- Key Notes: Beramot, Lemon, Cardamom, Neroli/Orange Flower, Cedar, French Lavadin, Vetiver, White Musks, Moss, Tonka
Kaanapali Coast
- Scent: Sweet and Creamy
- Key Notes: Peach Nectar, Lemon Peel, Coconut Shavings, Creamy Milk, Warm Spice, Vanilla Beach, Praline, Cloud Musk
Malibu Peach
- Scent: Fruity and Floral
- Key Notes: Mango, Peach, Pineapple, Tuberose, Jasmine, White Flowers, Coconut, Musk, Amber, Praline
Seychelles Sands
- Scent: Warm and Musky
- Key Notes: Milky, Creamy, Spicy, Floral Heliotrope, Powdery, Vanilla, Musk, Tonka
P.S. The set also comes in a travel-size kit for $32!
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