Best summer perfumes for women
Summer fragrances are bright and light: citrus, aquatic, green and fresh-spicy scents that stay pleasant in the heat instead of turning heavy or cloying. Below are the 20 best-rated picks for women (including unisex) on MaxParfum, ranked by community rating and popularity, with a cheaper dupe where one exists.
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#1
Xerjoff
Torino21
Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Green
Cheaper alternative: Paris Corner Emir Voux Zingy +1 more -
#2
Louis Vuitton
Pacific Chill
Citrus, Fruity, Aromatic
Cheaper alternative: French Avenue Pinnace White +4 more -
#3
Louis Vuitton
Afternoon Swim
Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Amber
Cheaper alternative: La Ree Fragrances Pool Day +2 more -
#4
Creed
Jardin d'Amalfi
Citrus, Fruity, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Boschetti Della Costa -
#5
Roja Dove
Isola Blu
Citrus, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Isola D’Santorini -
#6
Boadicea the Victorious
Valiant
Citrus, White Floral, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Swiss Arabian Hawa -
#7
Creed
Millesime Imperial
Marine, Citrus, Salty
Cheaper alternative: Armaf Club de Nuit Milestone +3 more -
#8
Louis Vuitton
Attrape Reves
Fresh, Rose, Floral
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Dreamcatcher +1 more -
#9
Parfums de Marly
Sedley
Citrus, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Lattafa Maahir Legacy +2 more -
#10
Clive Christian
Timeless
Citrus, Aromatic, Green
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Beyond Time -
#11
Amouage
Bahjah
Citrus, Woody, Mossy
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Awakened Joy -
#12
Creed
Silver Mountain Water
Citrus, Green, Fruity
Cheaper alternative: Armaf Club de Nuit Sillage +8 more -
#13
Roja Dove
Oceania
Citrus, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Bleu Oceanic -
#14
YSL
Y
Green, White Floral, Earthy
Cheaper alternative: Oakcha Why -
#15
Tom Ford
Mandarino di Amalfi
Citrus, Aromatic, White Floral
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Citrus Splash -
#16
Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Gentle Fluidity Silver
Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World Varakh Silver +1 more -
#17
Le Labo
Bergamote 22
Citrus, Aromatic, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Khadlaj Magnate Premiere +1 more -
#18
Byredo
Bal d'Afrique
Aromatic, Citrus, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Attar Collection Al Rayhan +4 more -
#19
Lancôme
Mille et Une Roses
Citrus, Rose, Amber
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances A Thousand & One Roses -
#20
Dior
Miss Dior
Aromatic, Green, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Pendora Scents Dona Rossa +1 more
FAQs
What is the best summer fragrance for women?
Based on community ratings, the top picks are Xerjoff Torino21, Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill and Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim. All 20 on this list are well-known fragrances that suit summer wear.
What makes a good summer fragrance?
Summer fragrances are bright and light: citrus, aquatic, green and fresh-spicy scents that stay pleasant in the heat instead of turning heavy or cloying.
Are there cheaper alternatives?
Yes. 20 of these have known dupes on MaxParfum, for example Paris Corner Emir Voux Zingy (a dupe of Torino21), French Avenue Pinnace White (a dupe of Pacific Chill) and La Ree Fragrances Pool Day (a dupe of Afternoon Swim).