Its time to lighten up, your fragrance that is! Weather you’re looking for something a little fresher to wear or just a good reason to change up your signature scent let that reason be summer! Here is a list of my favorite scents of the season, some new some classics. Add any of these to your fragrance collection for guaranteed freshness and poise all summer long.

1. Acqua Di Parma, Blu Mediterraneo Ginepro di Sardegna

Acqua Di Parma’s newest scent will make you feel like you’re vacationing on one of the most breathtaking islands on earth. This strong and uplifting fragrance has notes of bergamot, citron, fig nectar, spices, and a base of cedar wood.

2. Route du Thé exclusively for Barneys

A crisp eau de toilette of citrus, muguet and amber, sold exclusively through Barneys. This is their signature scent for females, it’s refreshing yet strong, a summer classic.

3. Route du The Pour Homme

A more refined version of Route du Thé. This scent, sold through Barney’s, was originally marketed to males but don’t let that stop you from wearing it if you’re looking for a spicier more sophisticated scent. It’s perfect for evening or layering under Route du Thé. This fragrance is subtly masculine with a woodsy yet sweet base. The perfect amount of musk for summer without being overbearing.

4. Serge Lutens, L’Eau Eau de Parfum

This new, unisex scent will leave you smelling shower fresh all day long. It’s crisp and clean with the nostalgic aroma of fresh laundered clothing, perfect for the day to compliment a natural and fresh faced look.

5. Liquides Imaginaires, Sancti Eau de Parfum

The first trilogy of scents from olfactive designer Philippe di Meo speak through liquid directly to the imagination. Sancti is an intoxicating blend of bergamot, cypress, lavender, rosemary and frankincense. This scent is incredibly sexy yet still light enough to wear all summer long.

6. Serge Lutens, Datura Noir Eau de Parfum

This fragrance is sure to turn heads as it lingers everywhere within a mile radius. This perfume is fruity and floral yet woodsy and musky at the same time. You’ll want to wear this everyday but we recommend saving it as your go to evening fragrance this summer as it includes notes of osmanthus, tuberose, vanilla, coconut, and mandarine peel. You’ll feel like you’re walking through a garden on a hot summer evening every time you spritz this sexy scent.

7. Frédéric Malle, Outrageous, $110

A new fragrance, created by Sophia Grojsman and Frederic Malle, combines caipirinha, clean laundry, green apple, orange blossom, amber and cedar. It’s incredibly uplifting and energizing.

8. Byredo Parfums Gypsy Water

A story within a fragrance. Smell like the stars this summer by wearing the newest fragrance from the line. With notes of ergamot, juniper, orris, amber, pepper and sandalwood nestled in pine needles, you’ll smell light and fresh with the perfect amount of seductiveness.

9. Etro, Rajasthan

Etro’s newest scent, Rajasthan, is both bright and beautiful like an explosion of color within a smell. This delightful perfume is  soft and warm with a hint of spice, perfect for everyday wear, even on the hottest summer day.

10. Dolce & Gabbana, Light Blue

Light Blue is a summertime classic not to be overlooked. This is a stunning and irresistible perfume bursting with freshness. You’ll feel like you’re sun bathing on a yacht on the bluest  waters headed somewhere tropical and exquisite every time you wear it. Notes of sicilian citron, bluebell, granny smith apple, jasmine sambac, bamboo, white rose, cedarwood, amber, and musk are sure to make this your favorite summertime scent.

~Madeline McClurg