Even if a tropical escape isn’t on the cards just yet, these fragrances will transport you there instantly.

Bursting with juicy citrus, creamy coconut, and delicate warm florals, as well as a few deeper notes (we are in the Middle East, after all), they capture the very essence of summer in a bottle. With that, GRAZIA brings you your ultimate edit of the season’s most irresistible scents.

Desert Dawn, Byredo

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This warm, woody fragrance beautifully balances the softness of rose with the creamy depth of sandalwood. Rich yet effortlessly fresh, it celebrates nature through a subtle touch of sweet spice, blending unexpected notes to craft something truly unique. Grounded in earthy tones, it offers a soothing, understated elegance, making it the perfect everyday scent.

Kurky, maison francis kurkdjian

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This is summer in a bottle, bursting with vibrant, sweet fruit notes that instantly evoke those sun-drenched days of ripe peaches and juicy raspberries. It’s a playful scent that whisks you back to carefree childhood moments filled with candy and laughter. Designed to capture that youthful joy, this fragrance brings a touch of fun and lightheartedness to your everyday life.

The Muse, YSl

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If you’re searching for the ultimate summer nights fragrance, one that’s ideal for those beachside dinners bathed in golden hour light—this rich, aromatic blend is pure perfection. Notes of soothing lavender and fresh sage mingle with warm bourbon vanilla and the soft musk of ambrette, crafting a scent that’s both captivating and sensual. Its refined complexity makes it the perfect companion for intimate evenings and elegant occasions alike.

L’Artisan Parfumeur, Mure et Musc 

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This classic, timeless scent is forever the perfect summer fragrance. The light balance between floral and fruity is underpinned by a smooth musk, softening the balance to a typically sweet smell.

Terracotta – Guerlain

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Said to be sun in a bottle, this fragrance is warm and encapsulates the feeling of a summer’s day. Rich notes of coconut and bergamot are supported by fresh citrus notes of orange blossoms and the allure of exotic florals like ylang-ylang.

Daphne Bouquet, Penhaligons London

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This collaboration between Penhaligon’s and the famous Highgrove Gardens has created a deep floral fragrance which is layered with aromatics of the beloved Daphne flower, which is delicate and sweet. Enriched with blackcurrant leaf and earthy notes, building the feeling of a garden in bloom and buzzing with life. This refreshing fragrance highlights the beauty in nature.

The vert, Bvlrgari

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The timeless Redolence of citrus with layers of lemon and orange blossom, renewed with ozonic florals and greenery of jasmine, lily and green tea. The light, refreshing fragrance evokes the feeling of the light, cool tides rolling under the heat of a warm summer’s day.

Fève Gourmande, Guerlain

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Addictively sweet and smoky, this fragrance invites romance. The balance is indulgence, filled with decadent layers of blended spiced florals with sweetened chocolatey aroma, all working off a woody base.

Safran Secret, Maison Crivelli
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Safran Secret’s texture façade is filled with notes of spices and saffron, shaping a powerful and alluring ambience. The bold yet feminine scent is confident, making a statement due to its rich, spiced nature. Emphasising the beauty and value of saffron, a valued spice, is due to is scarcity and rich aromatics; this fragrance is the embodiment of this value and beauty is loved and treasured.