Best Summer Scents 2011 – For Her
Floris Wedding Bouquet
I adore this new fragrance from Floris! Created exclusively to celebrate the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton, Wedding Bouquet draws inspiration from the most acclaimed Floris wedding fragrances of the past whilst introducing a modern twist using a white flower theme.
The delicate accord of lily of the valley with a fresh citrus twist introduces the heart of this pretty white floral bouquet of jasmine, orange blossom and stephanotis and is sustained by a soft base of sandalwood and musk. Simply gorgeous!
Perfectly timed for the Royal wedding it will be on counters this month.
100ml £90
www.florislondon.com
Jeanne Lanvin La Plume
I really like this new fragrance from Jeanne Lanvin La Plume, it is a young and sexy creation. With top notes of apricot and pear nectar and middle notes of freesia, crystallised rose petals and juicy sparkling notes of orange. The musk and sandalwood offer a voluptuous, milky base, which defines this velvety fragrance. It is a really sweet, light and feminine fragrance that is perfect for Summer. The bottle is also super-cute!
100ml £49
www.escentual.com
CK One Summer
The latest CK One Limited Edition just launched this month. It is a great Summer fragrance that opens with a burst of fresh crisp melon and dewy water fern. An invigorating blend of green citrus notes features tangerine leaves, lemon and the unique zesty herbaceous effect of verbena. Rhubarb adds a cool, edgy freshness, which rounded out with soft yellow freesia creates a refreshing heart. Exotic incense and earthy oakmoss are wrapped in the warmth of cedarwood, musk and peach skin. It is a very unique fragrance with an overall spicy fruity scent.
100ml £28.50
www.theperfumeshop.com
Peace Love & Juicy Couture
This fragrance from Juicy Couture is really unique, very different from all the other Summer fragrances. It reminds me of a Summers day in the park when the grass has just been cut. It features top notes of meyer lemon tree blossom, wild hyacinth, sweet apple accord, and black currant bud absolute. Middle notes of sambac jasmine absolute, star magnolia, malibu poppy, honeysuckle and linden blossom. Base notes of orris extract, sheer patchouli flower and enveloping musks. The scent definitely gets better the longer you wear it, so don’t judge it on the first spray, wait an hour or two and you will be in heaven. The Bottle is also fabulous and almost reason enough to run out and buy this gorgeous fragrance!
50ml £46, 100ml £62
www.debenhams.com
Thierry Mugler Alien Sunessence Or d`Ambre
This exotic limited edition Or d`Ambre is a fresh, floral and fruity fragrance with sunny exotic notes. The fragrance blends sparkling and dynamic notes of kiwi with hints of vanilla and unfurling stanhopea orchids and Alien’s original woody-amber notes. It has real staying power so a little goes a long way, and the gorgeous bottle makes a really sexy edition to your dresser!
40ml £60
www.houseoffraser.co.uk
La Prairie Silver Rain
This is definitely one of my new favourite fragrances! It is an extravagant and unique fragrance composed of the costly essential oils of roots, herbs and flowers from some of the most mystical and mysterious parts of the world, it is a sweet scent but definitely unlike any other fragrance. In a super sexy bottle shaped like a silver raindrop, this seductive and intensely provocative fragrance has made its mark as one of the great classic perfumes. It lasted all day and didn’t fade at all, everyone complimented me on this perfume throughout the day. Divine!
50ml £94
www.beautique.com
DKNY Women Summer
DKNY for Women Summer 2011 is a sparkling fruity floral fragrance. Radiant pink florals and sunny, glimmering fruit make this an ultra-feminine, luminous scent. Tantalizingly fresh top notes of pink pomelo, juicy yellow passion fruit and red goji berries are layered upon an airy, floral heart of jasmine petals and sunny magnolia. The floral notes are complimented by a touch of exotic lychee fruit and a sheer veil of white musk. Overall the fragrance makes me think of a delicious fruity cocktail, so very fitting for Summer.
100ml £32.50
www.theperfumeshop.com
Sheer Stella 2011
This new fragrance by Stella McCartney is perfect for Summer, not only does it have the most beautiful bottle that looks stunning on your dressing table, it also smells completely divine! The perfume opens with notes of plums and grapes with sweet roses in its heart, refreshed with lemon and green apple and placed on the warm base of amber. It is a light sweet and floral fragrance perfect for Summer!
100ml £38
Available Nationwide from late April 2011
Ghost Enchanted Bloom 30ml
Ghost Enchanted Bloom is a gorgeous feminine fragrance. Opening with fresh, fruit and floral top notes of violet leaves, cranberry & bergamot. The gentle heart blends notes of jasmine and waterlilly which combine with the romantic accords of freesia. As the fragrance develops to its fullest, sweet peach caviar and warm amber with a final hint of musk develop. This is a truly gorgeous fragrance that I couldn’t get enough of.
£23, 50ml £27.65
www.feelunique.com
Clinique Happy In Bloom
Just in time for spring, this limited edition fresh, floral scent from Clinique has just hit the counters! The floral heart of the classic Happy fragrance is coupled with chilled, watery notes that give off a clean and cool scent. Yellow plum, a cocktail of frozen fruit, and watery green notes mix with lily of the valley, white freesia and a mimosa accord, transparent amber and white wood. It is a super fun and sexy fragrance for Summer and the bright floral pattern decorating the bottle is lovely!
30ml £23
www.clinique.co.uk
Cath Collins Flowers Of The Orient
This is a truly unique fragrance from Cath Collins, made up of a blend of oriental fruits, woods and flowers. Citrus leads to a heart of peony, freesia and rose spiced with pink pepper. Base notes consist of patchouli, vetiver, amber and vanilla. This is definitely a fragrance for those who like to stand out from the crowd.
50ml £35
www.cathcollins.com
Nina Ricci L’Air du Temps
This is a beautiful classic fragrance from Nina Ricci that is perfect for Summer. It combines freshness and delicacy with feminine sensuality. With top notes of carnation and gardenia, middle notes of rose and jasmine and base notes of orris and Mysore sandalwood, a truly elegant fragrance. It is really long lasting so just a little spray in the morning will last all day!
50ml £51
www.johnlewis.com
Burberry Summer
I love the brand new Burberry Summer limited edition fragrance. This fruity floral fragrance has sparkling top notes of pomegranate with orange, mandarin and green leaf with floral heart notes of rose, freesia and lily of the valley and soft veil of cedar wood, sandal wood and white musk. It is simply divine!
100ml £33
www.debenhams.com
Versace Vanitas
This new floral fragrance from Versace’s is gorgeous, a really elegant fragrance. A beautiful fresh blend of lime, tiare and freesia, evoking the scent of a garden in full bloom, with a hint of cedar. It is a perfect clean feminine fragrance for Summer that I’m sure will become a firm favourite.
50ml £60
ww.harrods.com
Ted Baker Langley
With an air of vintage Glamour, this fresh feminine fragrance just released by Ted Baker is perfect for Summer. With top notes of sweet bergamot entwined with ginger and pink pepper. At its heart, rejuvenating petite grain and refreshing green tea with a twist of orange flower, and a smooth woody base note of musk, cedarwood and vetiver, all combine to define the charm of this delightfully elegant fragrance.
30ml £26
www.debenhams.com
DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom Juiced
To celebrate spring, DKNY Be Delicious has introduced Fresh Blossom Juiced, a limited edition version of Be Delicious.
This gorgeous fragrance is a medley of just-picked blossoms and petals. The all-pink scent starts with pink grapefruit, bright freesias, fruity cassis and passion flower. At the heart is an apple, embraced by lily of the valley, pink rose petals and sweet pea. Palisander wood, vetiver mist and white musks add the ultimate soft under layer. It’s a light, fresh scent, perfect for Spring.
30ml £26.50
www.debenhams.com
Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne
English Pear & Freesia is the latest release from Jo Malone, it is a stunning subtle scent with a fruity and floral blend. The full-bodied pear note is combined with a honeyed, liquid note of quince and undercut with the delicate freshness of white freesias and scrambling wild roses. Base notes of patchouli, white amber and musk add a subtle warm undertone. An unconventional keynote of cool green rhubarb – acidic and at the same time soft – gives an unusual and distinctively modern sensibility to a classically understated and evocatively English fragrance. This is a classic Summer fragrance, it reminds me of my childhood Summers in the countryside picking fruit off the trees in my grandparents garden.
30ml £34, 100ml £68
www.jomalone.co.uk
Fleur de Vigne by Caudalie
I adore this scent Fleur de Vigne by Caudalie, it is a homage to the amazing vine blossom. The energizing scent is drawn from the heart of plants derived from aromatherapy and is enriched with essential oils and plant water.?With top notes of grapefruit, mandarin and bergamot, heart notes of blackcurrant, grape, lemon and orange and?base notes of sandalwood and cedar. It is a truly energizing fragrance that epitomizes Summer.
50ml £17
www.feelunique.com
Lucy b Royal Peony Rose & Mandarin Musk
This is a stunning floral fragrance from Lucy B, Royal Peony Rose and Mandarin Musk is a delicate and soft Rose and Mandarin scent, with top notes of Mandarin and Tangerine a heart of Pink Peony and base of delicate Camellia Flowers. It is a wonderful Summer scent that makes you think of being out in a rose garden, so beautifully romantic for a wedding. It is subtle and not overpowering yet it lingers on your skin all day, leaving no need to re-spritz.
51ml £40.95
www.lavishchoice.co.uk
L’Occitane Rose Jardin Delice
Jardin Délice by L’Occitane is a fabulous Summer fragrance, it blends delicate roses and fruity berries in a light, carefree and vibrant composition.
Opening with a green, delicate and transparent hint, recalling the dewdrops sliding down the ivy in the early morning. Then awakens a fruity floral heart, the precious harmony of four natural roses. The Rose is adorned with sweet raspberry and tangy and sparkling notes (lychee, blackcurrant and cranberry). The musky woody base notes bring a comforting sensation of softness.
It is a soft and delicate fragrance which for years to come will remind you of your romantic Summer back in 2011.
75ml £32
uk.loccitane.com
Liz Earle Botanical Essence
This is Liz Earle’s first bespoke fragrance and I love it, it will definitely be a hit with those who like natural, herbal scents. Only the finest natural botanical ingredients from around the world have been used. The top notes are bright and fresh with a hint of crisp sparkling fruit, bergamot, mandarin, orange, lemon and cardamon. The middle notes consist of rose absolute, lavender, geranium, coriander and nutmeg, with base notes of cedarwood, vetiver, tonka bean absolute, patchouli Gorgeous, a real Summer Classic!
50ml £40.35
www.johnlewis.com
