Perfumes for summer

Heat amplifies perfume. The rich ambers and gourmands that glow in winter can feel heavy in July, while citrus, green and airy scents come alive. A summer scent should feel like a cold drink: bright at first sip, clean all afternoon.

What makes a summer scent

Citrus and bergamot for the opening, green leaves and herbs for freshness, light woods or musk so it does not vanish by noon. Fresh scents fade faster, so a small atomizer in your bag is the summer habit worth keeping.

A summer scent should feel like a cold drink

Six for the heat