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11 Perfumes That Smell Like Summer

by Emily McClure
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When it comes to finding the perfect summertime fragrance, choose a scent that's going to bring a smile to your face and leave you with a sense of summer ease. Whether it's fresh and fruity or warm and earthy, sweet smelling perfumes are a perfect way to get yourself ready for bright sunny days and warm summer nights.

I love how personal fragrances can be. A light, citrus scent may take you back to childhood lemonade stand, while a earthy, coconut smell may remind you gritty sand and sunscreen. No matter what you choose, pick a fragrance that reminds you of your favorite summer memories. Each whiff will take you back to a time that meant the most to you.

Personally, I love reaching for perfumes that are a colorful mixture of scents. For instance, my current fragrance obsession, Vince Camuto Bella, features a gorgeous mix of jasmine and amber. This pairing of floral and earthy tones reminds me of sunny days and grass stains. I absolutely love it. Wondering what summertime fragrances you should be reaching for? Here are 11 perfumes that are absolutely perfect for summer.

1. Versace Eros Pour Femme

Eros Pour Femme Eau de Parfum, $92, Sephora

With bright, sensual notes of lemon, bergamot, and pomegranate, this colorful fragrance is reminiscent of sipping cocktails on a warm afternoon.

2. Philosophy Pure Grace Summer

Philosophy Pure Grace Summer Perfume, $48, Sephora

Topped with notes of coconut water, bergamot, and citrus, this gorgeous fragrance is perfect for those who want a constant reminder of summer days and warms nights.

3. Vince Camuto Bella

Vince Camuto Bella Perfume, $82, HSN

Sweet meets sultry with this summertime perfume. Filled to the brim with notes of jasmine, amber, and nectarine blossoms, this fragrance will have you trading your winter boots for sandals in no time.

4. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue

Dolce & Gabanna Light Blue Perfume, $74, Sephora

Noted with scents of Sicilian citron, granny smith apples, and jasmine, this fresh, fruity scent is like a Greek island in a bottle.

5. Bobbi Brown Beach

Bobbi Brown Beach Perfume, $74, Sephora

Make everyday a day at the beach with this mandarin and sea spray infused fragrance.

6. Nest Paradise

Nest Paradise Perfume, $68, Sephora

Add a bit of zest to your sultry summer nights with this Mediterranean blood orange and Cedarwood infused fragrance.

7. Calvin Klein ck one

Calvin Klein ck one Perfume, $49, Sephora

Give your day a sense of refreshing balance with this clean smelling fragrance. The perfume is a blend of lighter, fruitier scents mixed with more earthy tones. It's a beautiful combination that brighten any summer day.

8. Commodity Rain

Commodity Rain Perfume, $99, Sephora

There's nothing quite like the smell of an afternoon rain storm. Embrace the scent of soaked jasmine, bergamot, and freesia with this refreshing perfume.

9. Maison Martin Margiela Replica - Beach Walk

Maison Martin Margiela Replica Beach Walk Perfume, $125, Nordstrom

Transport your senses to your favorite beach with this warm, earthy fragrance. A blend of pink peppercorn, bergamot, and coconut milk, this perfume will leave you feeling as if you just left the beach.

10. MAC Cosmetics Turquatic

MAC Cosmetics Turquatic Perfume, $30, Nordstrom

Refresh your senses with this soft, clean fragrance. Mixed with notes of blue cedar and lotus, it's an easy fragrance that anyone can wear.

11. Marc Jacobs Honey

Marc Jacobs Honey Perfume, $96, Sephora

Brighten your day with this sweet smelling perfume. Mixed with orange blossom, peach nectar, and honeysuckle, this perfume smells will have you craving a fruity cocktail.

See? Sweet, sunny perfumes are a summertime staple.

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