Whether you like floral, fruity, or the scent of the ocean itself, one spritz of these new fragrances will conjure up the sweet or refreshing smell of summer that is desperately needed during those cold and rainy days.
Here are my personal favorites:
CLASSIQUE Summer Fragrance by Jean Paul Gaultier
The design of this year’s summer limited edition of Classique is inspired by tattoos featuring carp motifs or koi tattoos.
ORIENTAL FLORAL
Top notes: Clementine, rose and orange blossom
Middle notes: Jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang, lily-of-the-valley and white iris
Base notes: Vanilla, musk and amber
Available now for CHF 85.00 (100ml)
ROBERTO CAVALLI ACQUA by Roberto Cavalli
The very elegant turquoise successor to the Roberto Cavalli Eau de Parfum from 2012 is inspired by exciting nights in the Mediterranean. The perfect scent for a party on a yacht.
FLORAL AQUATIC
Top notes: Lemon, watery notes and jasmine
Middle notes: Lily-of-the-valley
Base note: Musk
Available now for CHF 63.00 (30ml), CHF 94.50 (50ml) and CHF 123.00 (75ml)
CK ONE Summer 2013 Eau de Toilette by Calvin Klein
This limited edition for 2013 offers an interesting combination of citruses, fruits, aquatic and aromatic notes. A wonderful refreshing scent for a hot summer day, like a splash from a waterfall.
AROMATIC ACQUATIC
Top notes: Citruses and watery notes
Middle notes: Water lily, caraway seeds, watermelon and cucumber
Base notes: Moss, woody notes and musk
Available now for CHF 55.00 (100ml)
J’ADORE Voile de Parfum by Christian Dior
My absolute favourite for summer. Like a gentle veil it leaves a sensual trail on the skin, very elegant and light.
FLORAL
Top note: Damask rose
Middle note: Tuscan iris
Base note: White musk
Available now for CHF 115.00 (50ml) and CHF 165.00 (100ml)
LoL, Sandra
Photo: © Sandra Bauknecht, Stills: Courtesy of the Brands