As summer stretches its warm hand across the globe, it’s time to revisit our fragrance wardrobes. Fragrantica, the world’s leading perfume community, has compiled a list of their editors’ favorite summer scents launched in the first half of 2024.
These five fragrances offer a delightful spectrum of notes, from fresh and floral to intriguing and musky, ensuring there’s a perfect pick for every summer mood.
1. Comète Chanel: A Luminous Embrace
For those who crave a touch of timeless elegance, Chanel’s Comète is a shimmering gem. Sophie Normand of Fragrantica highlights its “delicacy and refined trail” as a departure from bolder trends.
Perfumer Olivier Polge masterfully weaves a narrative of powdery elegance with a touch of intrigue. The star of the show is the iris, sourced from Chanel’s own fields in Grasse, France. Its powdery elegance mingles with a fruity touch, reminiscent of pearls, and a whisper of cherry-like benzaldehyde. Heliotrope adds a gentle layer of powdery sweetness, enveloping the wearer in a luminous, opaline aura.
Comète is a fragrance that feels both modern and vintage, a sophisticated companion for summer days and balmy nights.
2. Pelagos Dusita: Where the Sea Meets the Earth
If your summer dreams involve sun-drenched Mediterranean shores, look no further than Pelagos by Parfums Dusita. Fragrantica editor Andrei Lankov hails it as his “ideal iris” fragrance for 2024. This isn’t your grandmother’s powdery iris, however.
Perfumer Pissara Umavijani crafts a unique interpretation, blending the velvety orris root with a vibrant bouquet of Mediterranean herbs. Sage takes center stage, lending the iris a refreshing and unexpected twist. The result is an earthy, yet airy, fragrance that evokes sun-warmed skin and a cool ocean breeze.
Pelagos is a perfect choice for those seeking a sophisticated and invigorating summer scent.
3. Violette Kew Le Jardin Retrouvé: A Playful Paradox
Le Jardin Retrouvé’s Violette Kew takes us on an unexpected olfactory adventure. Fragrantica editor Elena Vosnakos is captivated by the “light and sweet powdery violet” juxtaposed with “dark and spicy cumin.”
Perfumer Maxence Moutte masterfully balances these contrasting notes, creating a fragrance that is both delicate and intriguing. The powdery violet is undeniably charming, but the addition of cumin adds a touch of animalic depth, making Violette Kew a truly unique and captivating choice.
This fragrance is perfect for those who appreciate a touch of mystery in their summer scents.
4. Marla by Marla Pollini Profumi: A Whisper of Hope
Marla, created by the young perfumer Michele Pollini, offers a beacon of artistic expression in the world of fragrance.
Fragrantica contributor Sebastian Jara sees it as a testament to the potential for “genuinely artistic perfumery.” Marla is a complex and captivating scent, crafted entirely with natural and biodegradable ingredients. While the exact notes remain a secret, the overall impression is one of warmth and optimism. Imagine sun-drenched meadows in bloom, accented by the gentle sweetness of fruits and the subtle earthiness of moss.
Marla is a fragrance that feels both innovative and timeless, perfect for those seeking a truly unique summer experience.
5. Ett Hem Fueguia 1833: A Sustainable Summer Symphony
For the environmentally conscious fragrance enthusiast, Fueguia 1833’s Ett Hem offers a delightful solution.
Fragrantica’s Sophia Meunier describes it as “not just a perfect summer perfume, but a testament to the brand’s dedication to beauty that transcends time and trends.” Ett Hem utilizes a unique upcycling process, transforming discarded wood into a sustainable fragrance ingredient. The result is a warm and inviting scent that evokes the feeling of a cozy cabin on a summer evening. Imagine the comforting aroma of cedarwood smoke mingling with hints of citrus and spice.
Ett Hem is a perfect choice for those who appreciate natural beauty and sustainable practices.
These five fragrances, as highlighted by Fragrantica’s editors, offer a diverse and enticing selection for the summer season.
Whether you crave timeless elegance, invigorating freshness, or a touch of playful mystery, there’s a perfect summer scent waiting to be discovered. So, embrace the warm weather and find your signature fragrance to bask in summer’s glow.