written by Fatima Qadir
Edited by CHIQIO
Key words: perfume, floral perfumes, summer perfume
Floral perfumes are perfect for the summer time. Many floral fragrances on the market include notes of daisy, jasmine, lavender, lily of the valley, Ylang- Ylang, and Tuberose. Floral notes can give off a romantic, fresh, vibrant, and feminine vibe, making it a staple for many during the summer season. Flowers fully bloom in summer, so being harmonious with the surrounding nature is seasonally fitting. People love wearing florals as they are easy for everyday wear, perfect to layer with other fragrances, are lightweight, and calming. With all that being said, who doesn’t love a classic floral perfume? Here are some popular floral fragrances that never go out of style and are essential to your fragrance collection.
Marc Jacobs: Daisy
Marc Jacobs Daisy is a fruity, youthful, fresh, floral fragrance. The best way to imagine how this perfume smells is by imagining yourself picking berries at a farm with your friends. The jasmine note can be calming and the sandalwood note adds earthy-ness to this perfume. Daisy is fun and vibrant due to the fruity notes, and perfect to wear on a picnic or at the farmers market.
Top Notes: Wild berries
Heart Notes: White violet, Jasmine
Base Notes: Sandalwood
Parfums De Marly: Delina Eau de Parfum
Delina by Parfums De Marly is a feminine, luxurious, and romantic fragrance. The lychee and vanilla makes this perfume sweet, while the cashmeran adds woodiness and warmth. Delina is a very unique mix of notes, and ideal for formal events and dinners. Top Notes:
Rhubarb, Lychee, Bergamot Essence
Heart Notes:
Damascena rose, Vanilla
Base Notes:
Cashmeran, Musk, Vetiver
Diptyque: Do Son Eau de Parfum
Diptyque describes this perfume as “A tuberose whose scent brings to mind the twilight hour, when the white flowers stand out in the darkness. Notes of jasmine and orange blossom.” This fragrance is perfect for floral lovers, as it combines many floral notes to make one smell elegant, delicate, and dreamy once applied.
Top Notes:
Orange Blossom, Rose, Jasmine
Heart Notes:
Tuberose, Iris
Base Notes:
Benzoin, Musk
Gucci: Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum
Gucci’s Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum is a fruity floral with hints of sweetness and warmth. This is a sophisticated and luxurious scent, but still witty and lively due to its various floral notes of white gardenia and blossom accord.
Top Notes:
Blossom Accord, Italian Mandarin and Red Berries
Heart Notes
White Gardenia, Jasmine Absolute and Frangipani Flower
Base Notes:
Patchouli and Brown Sugar Accord
Floral scents are a necessity for summer time as they encapsulate the summer season. There are hundreds of floral perfumes to choose from on the market as they all incorporate unique blends of floral notes so it’s important to shop around to find the perfect one for you! All these floral perfumes mentioned above can be layered, making them versatile and unique to each person. Fragrance is all about smelling and feeling good, so don’t shy away from experimenting with different fragrances!